A view from the side lines (2)

But returning to the details of the fashion show that instigated these meandering thoughts...

Alvarno's designer duo Arnaud Maillard and Alvaro Castejón showed promise, - I hoped to be able to upload some of them so you can judge for yourself but unfortunately none seem available - damn my unexisting camera!!!So you'll just have to bare with a classic written review or surf other blogs who's owners are 2.0 enough to actually take digital pictures where ever they go!

The draping and the tailoring were good, some whimsical details were interesting and kept things fresh and fun, the choice of materials was luxurious... The clientelle they mean to woo is clearly that same reduced group of socialites that keep Miguel Palacio in business, yet their ideas aren't as formed. They seem to have a sound knowledge of the skills required, but need to dig deeper into themselves.

This designing duo's style is still very heavy on references - most notably to Valentino in a series of lavender concotions. Alvarno still have a long way to go to find their own vision, and create a collection that is truelly personal and original. Maybe a good start would be to consider how their style could be reinterpreted to work before nightfall... I am willing to bet they will find their way.