with black net cut outs and
sun yellow fringing on the
breast bone. Structured
femininity was seemingly
another theme throughout,
as the collection seemed
to have a mix of sharp,
strong lines, with a nod at
durability, which would
simultaneously flow over
the feminine curves of the
models and enhance their
natural shape.
The shoes were a beautiful
range of loafers and heeled
ankle boots in shades of gold
and silver, adorned with different coloured and shaped
tassels attached to the front,
practical for a working
woman but still excelling in
individuality. Looking at the
shoes, and the collection as
a whole, allows you to see
a further notion behind the
inspiration as there is this
overall look and similarity
between pieces, still with
subtle differences that allow
each pair to remain
individual in their own right
and not just a repetitive copy.
The shoes being designed
by Tata Naka and not by
an external shoe designer
proves the twins’ multitude
of talents, not only for printmaking and clothes design
but for creating a look that is
completely theirs. †
Pictures from top: the first look
collectively by Tata Naka for A/W14,
featuring the set; Two models pose for
the camera in colourful and patterned
pieces; Two models check out the
shoes during the show.
Opposite: Model poses for us during
the show wearing a wall paper print
jacket matching the background.
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