Photos by Matthew Passiglia
There are shows that feel so airy and magical they capture the dreamlike state of your imagination. And then they are shows that make you stand up and proclaim hell yes. Georgine’s S/S16 collection is the latter.
The 26-year-old designer set out to create a collection that was unconventional and she achieved her goal. Nothing in her 36-look show was as it seems. The show opened with denim-like pieces – jackets, pants and cutout dresses – that were crafted from luxurious cashmere and chiffon stitched together to resemble denim. For evening wear, she used neon colored spandex to create floor length reversible dresses. With a nod to 70’s silhouettes, she showed sharp collared dresses with large fur sleeves in bold yellow and pastel pink.
It was her embroidered pieces and fur accessories that took my breath away. Dedicating the show to legendary NYC furrier Argyrios Petkanas, Georgine showed long pom-pom stoles and two-toned fanny packs in a color palette of pastels. Her embroidered shift dress paired with blue spandex fingerless gloves was perfection. Modern and strong, I’m predicting an instant sell-out the moment it hits stores next year. Also of note was her flower print lavender dress and laser cut trench. I adored the combination of soft colors with edgy prints and leather accents. I am very much looking forward to spring.