Stefania Morland celebrated their 8th birthday last week with an intimate little gathering so I thought I'd share some pics. Jasna and I had gone to two other events that day so the chilled atmosphere was very welcome. Beach House's Myth filled the boutique while I sat near the change room and chatted to Jas and Nambitha. I finally got to take in in all the raw silk garments I'd seen on the runway, up close. Those pretty center front bows always say "Stefania" to me. We left a little later and turned to see the store lit up so beautifully against the Cape Town night. Summer magic is all around.
I have to begin this by saying that I've really enjoyed the past Stefania Morland shows I've seen so I've always looked forward to her collections. Her previous offerings literally made me fall in love with fashion week. With the bar set so high, I can't say this year bowled me over.
There were Stefania's usual trademarks, her delicate bows fastening the backs of silk garments, luxe fabrics and a showstopping finale gown. Sheer elements and panels added interest to loosely fitting garments and there's an ease to her clothes that I enjoy but something missed the mark. Perhaps cohesion? Editing? I felt as if some pieces looked like they belonged in a different show. I can't quite put my finger on it. Maybe the story just went over my head.
What do you guys think? Is this just a case of me expecting too much?
I'm currently sorting through thousands of images from fashion week so I thought I'd share some chic backs from the collections in the meantime. Buckles at Tart, Stefania Morland's cute bows, flowing maxis from Habits and Cheryl Arthur's dreamy prints. It's all about the details baby!





