Glam Rock

Prada Fall/Winter 2011

Of course my forecast was totally wrong. But I had a good intuition for the colour palette and general atmosphere. No bootcut. But cropped. No corduroy. But suede. No paisley. But glitter. Résumé: I could do that.
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Suggestion #1

Diamonds & Pearls: Dolce & Gabbana, 2008

This certain time of the year has come. Presenting: the most coveted pieces. Preferably wrapped in expensive glitter paper. Awaiting the warm touch of my hands. Staged under a white plastic christmas tree.
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Alienesque

John Galliano Spring/Summer 2003

Porcelain dolls in exuberant colours. Wrapped in tunics, veils, dresses and scarfs. Too much of everything. Too much of romanticism. Too much of orientalism. Overdosage of such a degree only a John Galliano is allowed to.
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Identical Iterations

Louise Goldin Fall/Winter 2010

The militaristic uniform principle consequently pursued. Thriving on variations of form and structure. Heart-stoppingly protective yet irritating, creating optical illusions and flat 3D shapes by the use of a forceful quilting technique.
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Silver Geegaw Fight

Stella McCartney Fall/Winter 2009 vs. £1 decoration

This coat is multifunctional. It may replace the christmas tree. And it also perfectly serves as new year's decoration.
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Reflective Dust

Prada Fall/Winter 2008

Another Prada collection that evolves its beauty and strength particularly in retrospective. It is still hard to grasp, the bikini transformed into a men's suit. Frill skirts opposed to stiff collar duplicates. Confusing and directional.
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A Discourse: The 90s Woman Pt.VI

Photos Steven Meisel

The 90s woman is dubious. Switching the gender mode spontaneously. Changing strength and masculinity into vulnerable and purest feminity. Lost in emotion and reverie. Abandoning severity and devoting herself to the glitz in life.
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Lust

Socks Victor & Rolf

Men should dress in sequins. As dresses don't seem to be a serious option, why not living one's obsession with sparkle and glamour by dint of a pair of socks. Allowed feminity in healthy doses.
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Klingon III

Ara Jo CSM BA Graduate Collection 2009

The CMS graduates seemingly explored the endless depths of sado maso sci-fi futurism. Caught in cages, powdered with start dust. Intense visions in black and nude.
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Virtue

Julie Eilenberger UDK Berlin Graduate Show 2009

Definitely my glittering highlight from Berlin Fashion Week. Futuristic yet ancient goddesses representing accuracy and seduction, the virtues of a new era.
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Glitter Deer

Givenchy Fall/Winter 2009

If you want to break free, these overknee boots might be perfect. Fairy dust has always been neglected in men's fashion. Fortunately these days are over.
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