Versace S/S 08

[goldengloves]

Plokhov's influences are definitely apparent in this collection.

[goldengloves]

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Runway review from style.com

"Let's float a theory: The last few seasons of Versace's menswear have seen a paring-down of the clothing—a purification, if you will—as though the ground were being leveled for a major new design statement. Is recently employed consultant Alexandre Plokhov, designer of the late, lamented New York label Cloak, the deliverer of that statement? The first Versace collection in which he had any say certainly hinted at changes afoot, starting with the portentous blast of Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain, which opened the show. And if that didn't bear enough weight, there were also show notes that expounded on the concept of duality. "Nothing is as it seems," they proclaimed. Hence, a trenchcoat chicly trimmed down to jacket size.

In his own collections, Plokhov often leaned toward new-wave flourishes, and there were plenty here: polo shirts with dress collars; a high-waisted, deep-pleated pant; a jacket with lapels scissored away; suits that closed low with one button; a clutch of belts, buckles, and straps; and an occasional (but judicious) stab of red. But other items had an innate glamour that reflected the Versace legacy. A black coat shone like sharkskin, and the black-on-black eveningwear had a sinister elegance."

[Lucas0607]

I like it. I've always loved versace shows in particular. So fucking awesome fashion shows. Anyway, hope a video appears soon

[onemancult]

um...am i going to have to whore my soul and actually buy some 'Versase'?

[Tiranis]

Damn, this is all very impressive stuff actually... can't believe I'm saying this about Versace, but I guess I shouldn't be surprised with Plokhov working there.

[Lucas0607]

Versace is okay... i liked some of their collections before. Specially Fall/Winter Collections.. 2005, 2006 I specially like, and 2007 is okay as well.

Versace's not too bad, I think it's just like the remnants of the "old versace" that gives it such a bad reputation. But it's changed.

And now defo with plokhov there, teamed up with donatella's graphic style (which I like) I'm expecting to see amazing things coming from the fashion house.. It's already starting.

[Liberation1945]

some of the outfits look like they've been styled for a cloak show while others still scream versace. the coats/jackets look AMAZING and plokhov's tailoring really shines in this collection.

[ProfMonnitoff]

I really like this. The suits are amazingly cut and all have an appearance of authority. Even though they are clearly fashion suits, this is something that could be worn to the office, and that's a rare achievement. The coats are also great. I like the croppable trenchcoat, and it's a rarity that I like croppable anything. As for the rest of the collection, while not every single look appeals to me, I can always find a piece or two that is definitely very interesting

This look is fantastic, it's a rarity that anything sleeveless works. And it isn't just a great item, the entire look is amazing with the trousers, shoes, etc.

I am also very fond of the variety that is present in this collection. Unlike some others, I don't really need a central "theme" of one word that ties a collection together. It's enough if there are some subtle indicators that yes, these looks are indeed from the same collection, and that's definitely present here.

I am generally not very fond of Versace, but this is a very strong collection.

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um...am i going to have to whore my soul and actually buy some 'Versase'?

i can't even pronounce nothin, pass that Versase! Then i spend 400 BUCKS on this, just to be like 'nigga, you ain't up on this!'

i liked f/w 07-08 better, this has some highlights...im sure Versace's clientele will not be disappointed with this.

[chris]

it's like a more flamboyant cloak.

[chim]

it's totally fucking badass. A posh Cloak. Funny how Plokhov didn't walk out at the end for his bow though, we instead got Donatella.

[misterpretender]

I have been anti-Versace for quite awhile...but seeing this collection made me droool...amazing...totally blew me away!!!

[wEstSidE]

You guys really like squared quarters on single breasted jackets?

[ProfMonnitoff]

You guys really like squared quarters on single breasted jackets?

it can work sometimes

[wEstSidE]

I think the only reason no one else said anything is that the quarters are big enough that no one really noticed they were squared. Maybe it's just me but it always reminds me of those 6 button fire red pimp suits they advertise over the hip-hop radio stations.

[Egpt]

This is great!

[Analog]

Some of the cropped outerwear is nice. I don't really like the silhouettes on the suiting. Generally speaking I think I'm one of the few here who has never been a fan of Cloak/Plokhov.

[Lucas0607]

I wish I looked like a model so everything I wear looked good. Hahahaha

[alterion]

Its allright, not my style really but some pretty nice looking pieces in there

[Comma H]

Most of the pieces seem pretty wearable. I think Versace played it safe with this collection, or, maybe we are all just used to the Plohkov aesthetic?

[Work the raw]

so...shiny...hurts...eyes!

some very cool stuff in here, but you can def see him nodding to the miami/diddy contingent as well....

[xcoldricex]

i heard buyers walked out in the middle of the show because it was boring?

[jaspar]

I think it's kind of a brillant marriage of their two aesthetics, embodied in the Plokhov style suits with skinny lapels and squared-off hems ,constructed in typically flashy Versace fabrics (indeed, very shiny). Never mind how surprising is a so muted color pallete that one would never expect to see Versace Spring show. I don't know if I'll ever be willing to fork over that kind of money, but if they retain that shape and color scheme, I'm already anxiously awaiting what Plokhov's suits will look like for fall...

[djork]

fucking incredible.

[Ahlvahroe]

there are some pieces that look kinda fresh in pictures but i couldnt imagine wearing em, but over i like.

[ryegb]

Plokhov did wonders here. Turned the image of Versace men's wear around in my opinion with great sillhouettes and a slightly restrained color pallete comparable to the companies history with color. I think the marriage of both aesthetics resulted in an interesting collection.

Sad to see the Pig Face stole Plokhov's bow at the end of the show.