Anna Molinari: Feminine Tribal Chic
By Michelle Taylor
Photo by Giovanni Pucci
MILAN Oct 4, 2003/ FW/ --- Rosella Tarabini begins her journey towards distinguishing herself and her style from that of her mother (Anna Molinari) with curated care and new old chic of the 1920’s.
Lingerie layers and second-hand fabric looks are a return to vintage for inspiration.
The spring summer 2004 collection for Anna Molinari is not cute; it is feminine, reminiscent of another time and another place.
Baby doll dresses are cut above the knee but not mini, with low waistbands tied at the side in a romantic reminder that girls love to be pretty.
Ruffles, lace, layering, embroidered chiffons and slight transparencies all part of the journey.
An eclectic mix as tribal chic manifests itself in the form of flat suede brown boots with fringing and leather belts over old world colours, American Indian style.
Pants make a brief appearance but are long and slender long john like. Shorts are small but not micro as comfort is part of the charm.
Separates fit together perfectly in a recurring dream state making it possible to believe in all things good, innocent and tender.
A collection that takes the cute out of girlish and puts women back into that cheeky place of power that is ultimately about being in touch with mind, body and soul, free to express themselves without aggression.
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