February 21, 2011

Ralph Lauren Fall/Winter 2011 RTW

It seems to me like designers just can't get enough of the Orient.  For Fall/Winter 2012, Ralph Lauren took a large dose of inspiration from China.  Along with the soundtrack, the blaring reds and jades in the collection, and the bevy of Asian models, this reference was difficult to miss.
Lauren started with black outfits, but done in slick, glossy finishes.  And as with any Ralph Lauren show, there were menswear-inspired pieces.
The introduction of some brown tweed coats signaled the beginning of rich jewel tones and luxurious fur:
With a deliberate shift to evening wear, all the Oriental elements were heightened to drive the point home.
I enjoyed this cultural reference more so than the Western aesthetic that Lauren often goes after, and there must be something alluring about the Orient that keeps on attracting designers.  Whatever it is, it'll be interesting to see which designer travels Eastward next.

Watch the entire show here.

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36 comments:

  1. ShannonFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    I love the first 2 pics the strong tailoring looks amazing with the pop of red

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  2. NatalieFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Your covering of the shows is amazing so far! I didn't have time to look at the new york shows so your blog has been my guide :)

    also thank you for your comment on my blog and for giving me the link to yours, i love it! you def have another follower here...

    natalie xo
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  3. Closet FashionistaFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Love this collection, sooo rich in color :D
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  4. 20 YORK STREETFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Sometimes I feel like I'm not cool enough to wear Ralph Lauren!

    The emerald green dress is so divine!

    besos,

    ML

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  5. cryskayFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    thanks for sharing. this is an interesting collection for ralph lauren. i love the vneck emerald dress. absolutely gorgeous! xo

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  6. stylemefabFebruary 21, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Great post!! a whole lot of black...but I am not compalaining.

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  7. Fashion CappuccinoFebruary 22, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    This is one of the best Ralph Lauren collections in my opinion! I love the hair and the makeup too! The glossy black pants are so polished and tailored!

    lol..yeah, I hope to find someone who is as romantic as me one day! xooxoxo

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  8. Luna TigerFebruary 22, 2011 at 3:40 AM

    Love the satiny fabrics !
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  9. Chicago Chic February 22, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    Wow, such beauty here. I love all the shine and the red lipstick. The dress in that 4th photo is smashing!!

    xoxo
    Rachel

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2011 at 5:22 AM

    so chic! it looks gorgeous,
    really nice blog.
    xx

    my-fashion-fairytale.blogspot.com

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  11. kFebruary 22, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    that long green dress is amaaazing!

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  12. Tria ZaluskaFebruary 22, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    very amazing collection :)

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  13. CyliaFebruary 22, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    I never really looked at ralph laurens collection that closely before.. but I like it:) they seem to be on track with the trends! that's cool.

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  14. MFebruary 22, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    RL is usually so WESTERN! this collection, however, had such an asian touch! they actually borrowed many of the shawls from my boutique!!


    xx.M

    www.bellesandrebelles.blogspot.com

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  15. Cafe FashionistaFebruary 22, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    I love the second look. There is something about the draping and clean lines that I find irresistible!! :)

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  16. Marcia B.February 22, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Wow all of these looks are hot! Love look #3, so sexy!!! Thanks for the comment, glad you loved all the photos! xx

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  17. Sarah SmileFebruary 22, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    so chic, love this collection. xoxo

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  18. nooneFebruary 22, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    I like how interesting they can make a black dress be!! I love #2 and #2 the most

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  19. nooneFebruary 22, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    #2 and #3, typo!

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  20. Haute WorldFebruary 22, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    I love the menswear inspired pieces and the glossy black looks. Very glamorous!

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  21. Dear Girl WallflowerFebruary 22, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    what a nice choice of models,,,i love the bloody red accents and the lisptick in those serious black! I took one as my inspiration, the fur colar...

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  22. UnknownFebruary 22, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    The androgin style of RL is really cool. It's glamourous the mix'n'match between some really luxurious pices, as you said and other ones more casual. Great show!

    http://fashiondoesntexist.blogspot.com/

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  23. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    I love the emerald color added in, and the red lips on the models. Awesome styling


    xoxo
    Miss Neira

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  24. SMDFebruary 22, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Hmm this wasn't one of my favorite shows, I didn't find some of the pieces very original. I felt like they had been done before, although I do really like the gowns at the end! The green one definitely stands out. It's interesting when designers use a culture as inspiration for their designs. I really like the bright impact of the red lips!

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  25. Venus Loves VirgoFebruary 22, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Love it! The last dress is gorgeous. RL is a master at selling romance even when his collection seems to repeat itself over the years. XOXO

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  26. FRANKIE HEARTS FASHIONFebruary 22, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    absolutely brilliant collection! xo

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  27. Inese SoncikaFebruary 22, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    I´m not usually a big Ralph Lauren fan, but i adored this collection...the oriental, glamour, menswear, 20´s twist..all of it!

    Following you now, you are welcome to follow back:)
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    Inese
    xxx

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  28. ClareFebruary 22, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Looove this collection!

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  29. Heart CharlieFebruary 22, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    I love the Asian inspiration ;) That first outfit/photo is amazingly elegant!

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  30. LeiaFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    Such a chic & sophisticated collection!

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  31. UnknownFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    a m a z i n g !!!

    xoxo from rome
    K.
    http://kcomekarolina.blogspot.com/

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  32. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    The use of colour is very oriental. Kinda weird that it's from RL..

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  33. UnknownFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Love the combination of a oriental influence mixed with a 1920s vibe.
    ~Giselle
    http://www.machinewashwarm.blogspot.com

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  34. SherinFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    I'm loving all the black I've been seeing on the catwalks. It looks great! This collection is gorgeous.

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  35. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Great pictures and I was immediately in love with the emerald green dresses...

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  36. The white cabbageFebruary 25, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    love the Ralph Lauren collection ....chic and easy to wear


    ciao ave

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