MFW: Versace A/W 2010 Runway


Versace’s Autumn/Winter 2010 collection had all the sensuality we’ve come to expect from the design house. Strategic cut-outs and thigh-high slits were the recurring theme on this runway. Even the boots had cleavage. The color palette consisted of sunshine yellow, lovely lavendar, pristine white, cobalt blue and chocolate brown; it was was pleasing to the eyes, and will be a welcomed sight come fall. There was even a touch of metallic in bronze and silver to bring shine to the collection. Versace was not only about sensuality this season, it brought innovation to the runway. Some of the wool coats had what appeared to be velour pattern sleeves. Leather was woven throughout much of the collection, and it was mixed in with fabric to construct jackets and pants that stopped at the ankles. It was always used for the trim of wool coats, like the cuffs, collars, and sleeves. The leather bags and shoes completed the use of the material. I loved that the final two looks resembled armour for battle. It’s as if Donatella was letting it be known that she is a warrior, a metaphor for he willingness to see Versace through these economic times.

























