Apparel Online India Magazine March 1st Issue 2019 | Page 87

Babylon takes its name from ancient Babylonia, a state and
cultural area which encompasses the modern day Middle
East. The Babylon woman is an archaeologist well-versed
in the history of the region. She's drawn to sites along the
Nile and gets a thrill out of unearthing primitive artefacts
and discovering early warriors. An explorer at heart, she's
empowered to unveil stories that go beneath the surface
of material goods and reveal the livelihood that shaped
foregone times.
Her wardrobe is composed of exotic elements like intricate
pattern motifs, practical utility details and polished draped
silhouettes. Ever the storyteller, the Babylon woman
embodies a lifestyle that preserves the past and makes it
relevant for the future.
Materials – colour faded linen, wrinkled chiffon, cotton
openwork, gauze knit, woven raffia, softened canvas, printed
stretch jersey
Design details – drapes, utility pockets, fringes, cutouts,
embroidery, patchwork, tiered ruffles, relaxed fit silhouettes
PATTERN + GRAPHICS
Antique dyes, woven market, marbleized camo, flax lines,
tamed animal, bright damasks, primitive blocking
A rediscovery of traditional patterns and graphics takes on
a global expedition as environmental influences provide an
organic direction while the handcrafted compositions look
towards an artisanal aspiration for an exploration of Babylon
in S/S ’20.
Traditional stripes re-emerge amongst the woven techniques
for a loom constructed sensibility as more crafted qualities
take hold of the scarf prints for a feminine focus with a
sensual appeal.
For a minimal pattern option, sub-theme Primitive Blockings
showcases fresh modernity as the intricate markings sit
beside oversized abstractions for a diversity within this
season's colour block compositions for encompassing
impact.
Florals find a new outlook throughout the bohemian tufts
and block printed directionals of Bright Damasks as the
hue makes for a bold and playful pattern choice while the
animal prints take a more muted route in Babylon, with the
skins utilising a toned down approach to reflect the relaxed
expedition this season.
Must-haves – sweater dresses, sarong style wrap skirts, camp shirts, baggy pants
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