PPQ - Spring/Summer 2010 - Ready-to-Wear
Excitable hordes scrambled for a prime-positioned seat to view the collection of the label du jour for the young, hip and fashion obsessed. Amy Molyneaux and Percy Parker's designs have long been favourites of the new 'It Crowd' and its hangers on, and the duo didn't disappoint their eager clientele. The all-black model cast sashayed down the catwalk clad in an array of playful garments. Hair was worn in gravity-defying, plaited buns with a mildly Egyptian vibe while faces were kept matte, youthful and doll-like. The pink cheeks, lips and impossibly glittery eyelashes were reminiscent of vintage Sindy.
The collection was dominated by sky-high hemlines, bright hues and loose, soft fabrics that fell casually about the body. Multi-coloured knitwear, graphic print sundresses, hareem trousers in hot pink and purple silks featured alongside tight tiered and pencil skirts, worn with leisurely, V slashed shirts and jackets. Everything screamed under-25, queen bee who gives just the right amount of a damn. The high-waisted trousers, maxi event dresses, capelets and polka dotted, ruffle neck playsuit made up for the sometimes slightly ill-fitting pieces that crept into the line-up. We weren't overly keen on the cutesy but pointless 'P' motif swimsuit or the pink and white, bow front prom look but for overall sass, fun and spark, PPQ get an A.
Author: Chantelle Johnson