La nouvelle vague
Article Abstract:
Paris's New Wave of clothing designers are popularizing offbeat fashion inspired by recycling trends and immigrant costume. The collections from Ann Demeulemeester, Martin Margiela, Jean Colonna and Corinne Cobson are described.
Publication Name: Vogue
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0042-8000
Year: 1992
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La mode destroy: with ragged edges and tattered hems, designers are moving fashion forward by tearing it apart
Article Abstract:
'La mode destroy' ('destroy fashion') began at a fashion show by Belgian designer Martin Margiela in 1989. The trend toward torn and jagged women's clothing has since been adopted by such designers as Karl Lagerfeld.
Publication Name: Vogue
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0042-8000
Year: 1992
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It's all in the mix
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Fashion designers are mixing casual sportswear and more formal elements for evening wear. Denim and taffeta are worn together, and men's shirts are draped over evening gowns.
Publication Name: Vogue
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0042-8000
Year: 1992
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