CAMILLA AND MARC Spring 2013 sees the brand invoking a new level of simplicity, exploring both decorative techniques and the absence of excess. Taking the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi into consideration throughout the design process the collection plays with asymmetry and simplicity.
The seasons statement print, a combination of metallic chains, flowers in grey tones and bright painted stripes of cobalt blue, acid yellow and magenta explores the concept of imbalance with its imperfect symmetry. It enlivens a suit and cap-sleeved shift dress, contrasting their simple yet structural silhouette with the intensity of an all over print.
The story further evolves with utilitarian garments in a colour palette of khaki, navy and white; cotton drop crotch trousers, lapel-less suits, collared shirts and dresses all with clean, formal silhouettes and adorned with gold buttons or heavy tone-on-tone beading in a style reminiscent of a military uniform.
Juxtaposing these muted tones a camo-print is introduced, used on classic shapes such as a skater skirt and bomber jacket.
The collection pops with heavy embroidery in black and florescent pink as well as 3-dimensional ribbing in vibrant hues of pink, orange and purple. This labour intensive detailing is used with a lightness of touch to add depth to the otherwise clean shapes.
A capsule of leather pieces, combining textured raw leather and soft stretch leather offers perennial favourites from the brand including collarless jackets, skinny trousers and miniskirts.
Striking a new note for CAMILLA AND MARC, The Fundamentals is a subtle collection, merging an easy luxury with a restrained approach, sure to resonate with the brands fans.
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