By now everyone knows that Twenty8Twelve is the brainchild of actress Sienna Miller's older sister Savannah Miller. And everyone knows that Sienna is, or was, an "It" girl and a style icon of sorts. So upon viewing the Fall/Winter 2010 lookbook it came as no surprise that I found looks that seemed to take inspiration from the actress. I even had to look twice at the lookalike blonde model to be sure it wasn't Sienna herself. Then I read the notes that accompanied the lookbook and...well...just read on.
The overall collection takes inspiration from the juxtaposition of feminine women who borrowed men's clothing at American peace rallies during the Vietnam War. Okay. So far, so good. Then, however this concept is split into three very different style aesthetics. The first references the Scottish Highlands mixed with elements of African Akan culture and their Asafo military flags in color and texture. Interesting. The second references glam rock, British rock band Adam and the Ants and David Bowie movie "The Man Who Fell to Earth" in abstract prints and metallics. hmm. The third references club kids from the 80's in colorful sportswear with prints created from guest artist Rose Wylie. Now I'm all mixed up and wish I'd never read the press release which is titled "Swimming Horses" by the way.
The collection is peppered with denim in acid washed jackets and pants, skinny jeans, high-waisted cuffed shorts and boyfriend jeans all mixed with eclectic prints and contrasting textures. There is a slight variedness to the collection that may warrant such a...ahem...assorted description. Despite that if I had to give it a thumbs up or thumbs down, it would certainly be a thumbs up.
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