THE SPANISH SAHARA: 1990

Considering the fact that I am doing a styling intern at a spanish fashion brand in Spain, I took a few hours out to research into past and present editorial campaigns that represent the Spanish style and era´s in some way; not necassarily shot in Spain or styled by a Spanish stylist (ESTILISTA) yet an image that creates a Spanish ambience and mood in some way or form.

Here´s what I found...

I found the article on trend hunter labelled 90´s Spanish fashion which could be the reason the images look so retro in some aspects. Colour is a huge part of these images and is what stands out the most upon first glance, colour and contrast. Can definately also see reference points coming from Spanish Flamenco dancers, especially in the last image. Besides the sharp tailoring and dramatic contrast I think my most favourite is the yellow printed crop and pencil skirt ensemble, the models silhouette against the blurred out location truly represents my time so far in Spain; strong memories and blurry long days.

comeforbreakfast

Only just noticed this new label by Antonio Romano and Francesco Alagna. However on my daily trail of blogs, style sites and brand online spaces one of which is always Trendland.com I couldn´t help but feel intrigued by the contrast and design of their garments, which is enhanced by dramatic photography.
The name for the label may come as a surprise too, the word ´breakfast´can signify early morning, sunrise, and light eating however the design and styling of this label represents anything other than those adjectives.

All the more I love how they have layered different textures and melancholy tones to create a severe mood of darkness and mystery. The washed out tones of colour in the models hair is an interesting match too, however I would scrap the pea green background and he drones out the ambience. As for the mens styling again I love the contrast of the airy pattern of his tee against the block of darkness in his jacket. Look forward to seeing more of this label.