Two spectrums of today’s world of fashion were presented at the Michael Kors Spring / Summer 2016 show – minimal androgyny in neutrals on one hand and flowery womanliness in pretty colors on the other. The chopped up collection seems to marry two contrasting themes: cleaned-up grunge and feminine sophistication. Both styles shared a similar fit, showing a small level of cohesiveness throughout. The jackets he included were paired with both combating styles, showing his ability to match tailored pieces with flowing ones.
Kors clearly accomplished his goal of portraying a strong and sensual woman, even in the sheer dress she commanded the catwalk. That being said, his trademark khaki garments and sleek black dresses could not go unnoticed. His floor length black dress that featured a button-down high slit was breathtaking as the entire collection. There is something so glamorous about the hemline of the dress, yet the muscle-top neckline creates a more laid back feeling, almost like the idea of a sweater dress, but in a more appropriate fabric for the spring and summer seasons.
Michael Kors has shown us that he can take a completely new-to-him trend from today’s society and apply his unique touch to it. The audience can clearly see that he is experimenting with new walks of life, but manages to put the MK stamp on every garment that walked the runway at New York Fashion Week.
