Karl Lagerfeld has an uncanny knack for blending modernity with classic silhouettes. For his latest collection for
Fendi, he looks to bring back the original meaning of the brand’s “FF” insignia, which initially stood for
“fun furs.”
One of fashion’s longest standing designers succeeds, playing on the
house’s signature in exceptional ways. As is inherent to Fall, the brand
is quite enthusiastic for the season, splashing the cozy texture
everywhere from coats to booties. The Fendi woman does it all
effortlessly with a touch of edge thrown in for good measure, courtesy
of the collection’s mohawks that are simultaneously punk and
’80s-inspired, but equally as gentle, transforming her into a cockatoo
of sorts. The palette has its unconventional moments as well including
the requisite neutrals, but also giving way to brights like cobalt and
neon pink.
These iterations of fur aren’t like anything you have seen before–Lagerfeld and
Silvia Venturini Fendi
let you know that right out of the gate with multicolor stripe coats,
skirts, sweaters, and accoutrements. This might be his 96th collection
for the brand, but nothing feels the least bit dated or aged, showing us
all exactly why Fendi has stuck with Monsieur Lagerfeld for so many
years.
Though predominantly focused on the season’s neutral color palette,
pops of color shine through in hues of teal, cobalt, and hot pink.
It isn’t just about fur, as leather also plays on the designs, giving
them that necessary autumnal edge. From a simple sheath showcasing the
texture on just one side to a wrap skirt exposing some thigh with a
leather-paneled front, these pieces are among the most wearable in the
collection.
Will anyone be bold enough to wear the offerings’ fur-trimmed gowns?
I’m not sure the looks are a perfect match for the style of any starlet
in Tinseltown at the moment, but only time will tell if these ensembles
are red carpet-worthy.
Are you feeling Fendi’s latest collection?
