Ok, no he won't. And yes, this is a twofer post- but I have lots to say today, ok?
And now that I have your attention, if you are looking for an American fashion designer who is somehow altogether modern and not composed of cheeky nods to the 20s, 70s, or 1890s (how genius was Portlandia's wink to the 1890s by the by?), look no further. Because Peter Som's collection for Fall/Winter 2012 is the epitome of modern American dressing (I just channeled Polly Mellen with that phrasing. Can so see her saying that). I am dying over the quiet minimalism yet architectural silhouettes of this collection. The use of white seems to say rebirth- he's the glass is half full of fashion at a time when many people are touting the end of days.
And yes, he too is using fur (have a feeling there is going to be backlash to all this fur- does not sit well with most) and generally just rocking my world with something fresh, future, and next.
The colors are right up my alley too- I love the deep greens, and rich burgundy hue- it's a sexy way to embrace color without feeling like Rainbow Brite (not that there's anything wrong with that). I just find these clothes really inspiring, have not seen much like these looks in recent years and I'm all about it- they're a bit Marni meets Miuccia for sure, but feel completely and utterly fresh, decidedly American in their ease, and chic as all get out. That one dark green suit (below) has me thinking this is the ultimate uniform (there's that word again) for a life well lived. Yes please. I'll have two. The future is now and it looks much like this. That color is heaven too. Oh and for evening, what is chicer than this chocolate suit? Nada.
That's all for now, my friends. I hope you have a fun and fashion filled weekend...more to come for sure. Next year at this time I'm making it a goal to give these posts to you live (cue Mary Tyler Moore music now) because it's something I must do for you, and for me. All the love in the world- as long as Peter Som is in it saving us from mediocrity and the played out. XO