Rad Hourani debuted his SS09 collection at the OpenHouse Gallery in Nolita. Benches lined the walls and where placed throughout the space to create a winding runway for the models. Clad in head-to-toe black the looks where very sleek and structured. The use of contrasting fabrics, intricate seam work and slashes/cut-outs worked to create texture and depth in the all black ensembles. The slashing and striping created by seam work and pleating brought about a bondage reference reminiscent of straps and restraints. The high collars and sturdy tunic tops, esp. in some of the menswear looks, seemed to borrow influence from papal clothing. I also felt an equestrian influence in some of the construction of the pants, futuristic jodhpurs’ sans “hips” if you will and even a little medieval executioner steeze. Over-all a beautifully executed collection proving that black is not just the same old black.
See the rest of the women’s collection and the final walk video after the jump!
GENIOUS, AMAZING, LOVE!