Chinese designer Shiatzy Chen presents her Fall/Winter 2011 collection at the prestigious Ecole de Beaux Arts, a venue as steeped in history as the designer’s influences.
Influenced by her cultural and historical heritage, Shiatzy Chen is inspired by an ancestral accessory that has crossed ethnic groups and eras throughout China, “The Treasure Bag”.
The atmosphere is sober and mysterious, and the music is enchanting. Shiatzy Chen immerses us in a fairytale-like Chinese story.
Feel like being a princess for a night out? Or more modern with a mini dress? Each silhouette is more enticing than the next.
Femininity is the order of the day!
Tribal or ethnic elements such as fur and leather are combined with clean cuts and smooth materials.
Winter essentials: fur and leather are used with delicacy, on lapels, necklines and shoulder pads, as well as on jackets.
The strong point is undoubtedly the combination of materials to energize classic cuts.
Black dominates: sophistication in sight! However, fuchsia pink and radiant blue give rhythm to the collection. While flesh tones lend a certain softness to the ensemble.
The knits are fluid, the tops in fine lace and the chiffons vaporous.
The looks blend oriental and Edwardian elements.
The “treasure bag” embroidery and Swarovski add a touch of lightness to the skirts’ heavy falls.
An opulent collection? Yes, but without excess.
Dresses are like princess finery. Ankle-length is a must! The cuts are poetic, the falls imposing and the backs bare for an airy look.
The designer has succeeded in combining voluminous cuts with voluptuous falls.
A certain classicism remains in the cuts. Between past and present silhouettes, next autumn-winter will combine Eastern and Western styles.
Stéphanie Macé
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