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| Corrie Nielsen SS12 - Arbiter Elegantiarum Photographer: Christoper Dadey |
Arbiter Elegantiarum is the title of Corrie Nielsen's SS12 collection, which was shown on the catwalk on Friday as part of London Fashion Week. Arbiter Elegantiarum - a judge or authority in matters of taste.
Corrie Nielsen dipped into a dark Victorian mood for this collection, with inspirations taken from Oscar Wilde's gothic novel, The Picture of Dorian Grey together with influences of late nineteenth century men's tailored dress, which was brought together with a contemporary Japanese aesthetic.
Architectural silhouettes, meticulous pleating and innovative folding techniques were executed in great swathes of sumptuous fabrics. All brought together in a restrained colour palette of deep midnight blue, gunmetal grey and ivory, with a flash of chartreuse throughout.
The overall effect was refined, elegant and contemporary.
After seeing the collection, it comes as no surprise to me that Corrie Nielsen has been described as a modern couturier and true fashion visionary.
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| Corrie Nielsen SS12 - Arbiter Elegantiarum Photographer: Christoper Dadey |
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| Corrie Nielsen SS12 - Arbiter Elegantiarum Photographer: Christoper Dadey |
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| Corrie Nielsen SS12 - Arbiter Elegantiarum Photographer: Christoper Dadey |
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| Corrie Nielsen SS12 - Arbiter Elegantiarum Photographer: Christoper Dadey |
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| Corrie Nielsen SS12 - Arbiter Elegantiarum Photographer: Christoper Dadey |
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| Corrie Nielsen SS12 - Arbiter Elegantiarum Photographer: Christoper Dadey |
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| Corrie Nielsen SS12 - Arbiter Elegantiarum Photographer: Christoper Dadey |
