The Art of Pennmanship

Fall Winter 2010 collections
bow not only to the glamour of the
1930s, but also to the creativity of
those same years, which not unlike
today, were challenged by the economic
situations around the world. An almost
Depression era chic-ness combined with
the haughtiness of statuesque fashion and
beauty iconically captured on film by the
legendary lens men of the time. Prevalent in
collections from Paris, Milan, London and New
York, is the attention to drape and silhouette.
Whether it is the house of Hermes channeling
Amelia Earhart or the house of Dior strongly
emulating the style of Louise Brooks, the 1930s
MGM ideology of perfection is an occurring
theme. Accessories also play an important role
with Dolce & Gabbanna showing strong
influence from Elsa Schiaparelli and the
surrealist 1930s Art movement in vogue a la
Salvatore Dali. In compliment, the drop
shoulders and suits harkening to the cocoon
shapes of the great couturier Cristobal
Balenciaga are shown by Lanvin.
Acknowledgment of the era is even evident
from Alexander McQueen, equal parts
Enfant Terrible and Master Madman
of Saville Row.

In order to illustrate the spirit of the
season, it is befitting to pay
homage to the man of shadow
and light, form and shape,
purity and beauty.
The genius,
Mr. Irving Penn.

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