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While it has veered outlandish in recent years, street style took a more sophisticated turn amid the spring shows. Chic trenchcoats, romantic flourishes, bold color and small-but-striking bags ruled the fashion capitals — examples of the latter two trends seen on the steps of the Grand Palais in Paris.
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WWD: Please sum up the state of American fashion as you see it.
Laura and Kate Mulleavy: It feels like it is in flux. That could be something really positive for its future, because periods of transition can lead to periods of flourish.
We are outliers in some ways in the American fashion community because our work is not typical sportswear or streetwear. Our retrospective in Washington, D.C., this fall will really show that, as well as the dresses we have on display right now at the Met [Metropolitan Museum of Art]. We really believe that voices like ours who celebrate risk-taking design, dressmaking, couture fabrics and techniques and independent business are important in America.
WWD: What are American fashion’s strengths? Its weaknesses?
L.M. and K.M.: Being a part of the industry here has taught us how to clarify and convey the messages we want to send as a brand, and as a result, we have a very clear vision. The feeling of independence and freedom in America also has enabled us to continue expanding the ways we work as creatives, whether it be in filmmaking, writing or other areas of design and business. It has provided us a platform to be bold and to be fearless.
But with Rodarte we have also been heavily
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BEAUTY TO GO: In luxury’s latest collaboration, German luggage-maker Rimowa and Australian beauty brand Aesop have joined forces on a limited-edition project, which shares both brands’ sleek sense and prestige positioning. It launches on Oct. 26.
“I have always admired Aesop as a brand, both for the quality of their products, and their overall design aesthetic, from packaging to stores,” wrote Alexandre Arnault, Rimowa’s chief executive officer, on his Instagram page. “Ever since my first day at Rimowa, I have wanted to do something together. Today is the day.
“Happy and proud to launch our first aluminum travel kit!” he continued.
Dubbed the Köln Travel Kit, it was inspired by the Rimowa Travel Humidor. The case contains nine products — for the skin, hair, body and teeth — and comes replete with the brand’s moniker embossed.
Inside are Aesop’s Classic Shampoo and Conditioner, Geranium Leaf Body Balm, Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Serum, Mouthwash and Toothpaste, among other items. The kit will retail for 350 euros in France, and will be sold in select Aesop and Rimowa stores, plus online.
Rimowa is part of the LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton portfolio.
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