Custo Barcelona: Bohemian Chic
By Shawn Wright
Photos by Javier Mateo

NEW YORK, Feb 13, 2005/ FW/ --- Custo Barcelona's collections usually feel like a thrilling, high-speed car chase from start to finish. However, this season began with softer prints that leaned more towards a harmonious blending of Barcelona's multi-cultural elements than the design clashes of the past.

With less emphasis on dizzying patterns, light feminine touches such as gold buttons down the back of a blouse and ruffled lace detailing on jackets emerged gracefully.

The mixing of satin and tweed patchwork on overcoats and dresses with knit overlay created subtle, yet beautiful high/low juxtaposition.

Black and maroon dresses with silver graphic designs helped usher in a new sensibility in the line's bold style.

Off-kilter argyle suits, belted shirts, and t-shirts with softly knitted sleeves effectively maintained Barcelona's quirky edginess. Now that Barcelona's woman has traveled the world over, she is effortlessly able to define bohemian chic.

Custo Barcelona

Custo Barcelona

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