Fashion Days Zurich

Let me tell you something: I have never been to a proper fashion show. Never in my life. Since I was young, I used to always marvel at the pictures in magazines: the models strutting down the runway; the overly done hair and makeup, in perfect place of course - and that dream has never left me. My dream finally come true. I had the upmost pleasure tonight to go to the final day of Fashion Days Zurich and I genuinely had a blast. It was the international designers night, with designer Guido Maria Kretschmer and fashion power-house Missoni showing their collections. 
Guido Maria Kretschmer

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I adored Guido Maria Kretschmer's collection: it had a very 1940's vintage feel, saturated in glamour head pieces and structured forms. Hair was worn up in tight curls, and femininity was the theme. I loved the muted color palette, though a pop of color in pink would appear every now and then. Kretschmer played with ruffles in the collection, having them laying flat against the garment. If I would have to get one piece from the collection, it would have to be the black polka-dotted trench coat, though the whole collection was just gorgeous!

Missoni

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My personal favorite part of the Missoni show was at the end, when all the models marched on the catwalk in a huge pack. It was such a strong statement, the colors contrasting against each other. The Missoni collection was inspired "By Anger": the models' makeup being strong, dark black lips. Patchwork designs were apparent in the collection, though I must say my favorite piece was a simple knit pullover (3rd photo down). It was interesting styling with the chokers worn over turtle-necks, and I personally would have never thought of that. Innovative.

Following the shows, there was a musical performance by Mike Posner, which was fantastic. He sang his new song "Please Don't Go" from his new album 31 Minutes to Take Off. It was very catchy, and I loved it. The whole experience of getting to go to Fashion Days Zurich was just immaculate, I loved the venue; it was easy to see from my seat (partially thanks to the girl in front of me was rather short), it only started 17 minutes late (in true Swiss style. Clocks really are our thing),  and I enjoyed the complimentary goodie bag: discounts at Oschner Shoes and Smashbox Cosmetics; a free Veet bottle; some magazines. I hope to once again get to go to another fashion show, especially Fashion Days Zurich. It has received top marks (oh gosh, school term) in my mind.

Have a great weekend! :)

p.s. Please don't go...


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