Josie Natori continues to build upon the rich craftsmanship and bespoke details she is known for with House of Natori’s fall 2018 ready-to-wear collection.
Inspired by the concept of “Japonisme,” a french term that describes the craze for Japanese art and design in western culture, the overarching mood for this season is romantic, yet playful and eclectic.
For this season’s collection, the color palette and fabrications emphasize a “seasonless” look to make the pieces more versatile. The collection addresses the modern woman’s fashion needs in all aspects of her life, introducing more casual separates.
Softly tailored twill, cotton poplin and knits in velvet and cashmere blends contrast nicely with dressier satins and velvet devore, as well as signature silk and jacquard prints.
Playful colorations give the collection an eclectic spirit. The pieces showcase daring juxtapositions of color, such as gilded mink green with duchess rose. Meanwhile, its fanciful pops of color include orchid pink, persimmon and imperial violet.
Adding to the eclecticism is the emboldened embroidery statements of the season—a femininely embroidered lightweight twill duster coat, a stand-out “Peacock”-beaded satin bomber jacket and all-over embroidered statement coats. The “Peacock” emerges as the seasonal icon, a creature defined by beauty, and historically a symbol of wealth and rebirth.
Fine ostrich feathers, on the other hand, are applied on obi belts and as trimming on asymmetrical hemlines.
Other key silhouettes include asymmetrical-tiered skirts and dresses, all-over lace blouses and embellished t-shirts. As for the one-shoulder styles, everything from the tops to the dresses and jumpsuits add an element of modernity.
To learn more about the collection, be sure to visit the official website of Natori.
