Viktor & Rolf

Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren caught my attention last season with their tulle-heavy, chainsaw-mangled Spring collection. The performance artists had the vision of a "Glamour Factory" and what occurred there was a sight to be seen. Kristin McMenamy, a model whose fame peaked in the nineties came out with the duo with layer upon layer on her tall, slender figure. What happened next was a passing of the baton, or in this case clothes, to younger, current models. When she was left in just a body suit, the remaining younger models were stripped of their outer shells, which were then put upon McMenamy. The garments did not just change in function, but definition as well. A skirt became a jacket, pieces were turned around, etc. McMenamy was left dressed, appearing impossibly heavy, but managed to make her way off the stage. The artistic and physical feats here were undeniable, but the clothes were also amazing too. Viktor and Rolf showed versatility and proved that wearability is not lost with their clothes. There is the fear that the performance aspect may overshadow the clothes themselves, but truthfully I think it only enhances them. I see nothing wrong with a vision, with showmanship. Of course the same thing has been said with Lady GaGa, and we all know what I think about that. Would anyone dare to say the same about the late, great Alexander McQueen? I sincerely doubt it. Showmanship is a unique and inspiring happening in various art forms and I will always respect those who strive to make something more. Bravo gentlemen.

Kristin McMenamy


Karlie Kloss


Karmen Pedaru


Caroline Brasch Nielsen


Dorothea Barth Jorgensen


Rose Cordero


Siri Tollerød


Irina Kulikova


Magdalena Frackowiak


Jenny Sinkaberg


Mirte Maas


Jacquelyn Jablonski


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Kristen McMenamy