MILAN, Sep 24, 2007/ FW/ --- In the 30’s and 40’s sexually provocative came in the form of pinups who helped preserve morale during wartime. Enrico Coveri took notice of the work done by pinup artist like George Petty and Alberto Vargas and turned there sensual illustrations into his own erotic fashion show.

Pinups have recently become more in fashion with celebrities like Dita von Tesse and Gwen Stefani who never leave the house with a hair out of place. Another celebrity influence, Christina Aguilera’s music video for her 30’s and 40’s themed song, Candyman played with the image of Sailors and pinups. Enrico Coveri’s show actually played a mini homage to the singer with an opening very similar to her sailor music video, and a closing to the beats of her song Candyman.

Coveri added his own twist with loud bright patterns and millions of sparkles, he pulled off the modern pinups while still keeping to his signature style. Inspired by the Vargas and Petty Girls Coveri worked at creating a woman that instantly entered male fantasies. She is sexy with out being trashy yet the same can’t be said of the thoughts that she provokes.

Hot pants and cigarette pants were extra tight while baby dolls with exaggerated bows were easy and loose. Bolero jackets were paired with mini tops and bras that when blended with the 40’s hairstyles and sparkling sailor hats, brought the pinup image to life.

Evening gowns took a little stroll off the pinups look with floor-length gowns that’s jewel embroidered straps and tops were jewelry on there own. Enrico Coveri is a designer of flash and show that somehow blends these two together to create loud strong pieces that are still somewhat classy. The Spring Summer 2008 collection he mastered his inspirations and truly created a conceptual collection.