G STAR RAW FALL 2009

G-Stars NY Raw handcrafted couture garments took center stage at the Hammerstein Ballroom tonight during the Fall/Winter 2009 runway show of the luxury denim brand. This seasons NY Raw collection represented G-Star in its purest form - magnifying the brands signature detailing to an unprecedented level. Each garment, created by the in-house atelier, blended the finest materials and sophisticated design, with extreme utilitarian functionality.

The G-Star product specialists transformed the traditional work wear fabric into a new level of high luxury, ready to be worn at every occasion - both on and off duty. Denim fur and varnished denim resulted from the innovative techniques used. Extensive bindings and buckles, high-stance necklines, oversized pockets and straps gave the collection a rugged, industrial feel. With their NY Raw collection G-Star proposed a fresh new silhouette for both men and women, featuring loose tapered forms and contrasting fabrics such as raw and heavily washed denim mixed with delicate silk and cashmere.

Raw Icon: Benicio del Toro
During the show, G-Star introduced its new Raw Icon: Benicio del Toro. The renowned actor, writer and director followed previous Raw Icon Dennis Hopper, who starred in G-Stars February 2008 runway show. The chemistry between the brand and the actor became apparent in 2008, when G-Star supported Steven Soderberghs film project CHE. The shared passion for film and art, as well as the mutual appreciation for each others talent, authenticity and aesthetic proved to be a perfect match.

The Show
Classical music played live on two grand pianos, forming the backdrop for the opening of the show. The unexpected musical arrangement allowed guests to truly study the craftsmanship and the elaborate details of the NY Raw collection. To kick-off the latter part of the show, Benicio del Toro entered the runway in tailor-made G-Star reciting, as spoken word poetry, the lyrics of Joy Divisions song Candidate. G-Star chose the song based on its connection to the film Control from renowned Dutch photographer/director Anton Corbijn, who curated G-Stars Spring 2009 advertising campaign. Del Toros art intervention transitioned the show from traditional catwalk to a G-Star finale.

A number of key celebrity and VIP guests took in G-Stars NY Raw collection. The front row consisted of Micha Barton, Zoe Saldana, Rufus Wainwright, Natascha Beddingfield, Demian Bichir, Santiago Cabrero, Alexandra Richards, Anton Corbijn (photographer new G-Star campaign), Toby Kebbell (actor in Anton Corbijnss film Control and in G-Star campaign), Emmanuelle Beart, Brandon Veta, Nate Parker and wife Sarah Parker, Miss J. Alexander, Matt Prokop, Alexandra Daddario, Nola Gerard Funk, Liam McMullan, Val Emmich, Amanda Setton, Robert Verdi, Lindsay Frimodt, Raven O, Michael Cohen, Laura Bickford, David Garrett, Shenae Grimes, Danielle Panabaker, Rodrigo Santoro, Tyson Beckford and guest Shabina.

G-Star hosted an intimate after show party at famed New York restaurant and club Butter.

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• Amanda Setton
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• Danielle Panabaker
• Rodrigo Santoro
• Tyson Beckford
• Shabina

[AppleMacintoshBook]

What's the song at 2:20?

Love G-Star RAW. It's my fav. brand! :)

[antonio22edu]

Love g-star but damn they are expenive

[stylednumber]

g star sale at stylednumber.co.uk !

[SlamTard]

who the fuck dresses like that its gay style....

[jthotshot]

Loving my g-star raw canvas hi tops

effing 75 quid tho

[marcelaemodark]

1:59 <3<3<3<3

she is amazing

[AizaTariq]

2:02 ... MCKEY SULLIVAN !!!!!!!!!!!!!! <3

[SoldierFrontJunky]

will anyone actually wear these full outfits in unison in the public?

[iPodhelper04]

02:17. i have this jeans to :)