Following in the footsteps of the path cleared by Sportmax and Philosophy, Marc Jacobs continued Fall/Winter 2010’s depressed vibe. The music was haunting, a string quartet piece that reminded me (and several others) of the Schindler’s List soundtrack. The palette consisted of grays, blacks, and browns, with a few pops of a muted color here and there. The pale lavender dress was as exciting as this presentation became, and was an apt metaphor for the show itself. Soft and safe, like a tea party with friends at Grandma’s house, this collection was both eminently wearable and daringly conservative.
Opening Scene Close Up
Like the Sportmax show, Philosophy‘s presentation was depressing – and not in that avant garde ironic sort of way way. The colors were too dark and the lighting too low. Perhaps I am too energetic and positive of a person, but I think fashion shows should excite the viewers – not make them want to break down into tears. The combined effect of the music, lighting and clothing was to cast a storm cloud over the audience, who seemed distressed to see such a solemn presentation. GLAMORAMA itself was full of life, color and energy, and the emotions expressed by Philosophy simply brought the high flying mood to a screeching halt. The pieces themselves are excellent for fall dinner parties, but in the context of the entire theatrical event, the collection seemed to fall flat.
