This summer, creative director Milin Yuvacharuskul and her design, intrigued by this story, cast the inspiration into this Spring/Summer 2019 collection, “DYNASTY”. The collection illustrates life of a present-day descendant of a noble Chinese dynasty family. Blessed with looks and luxuries, she is second to none in all aspects of life. She works her way up the corporate ladder, taking the reign of the family business, shining gloriously as she does so. She makes history every day as one of the most powerful women ever lived.
Take a glimpse of the yesteryear and what stare back are beliefs and values that lend some insight into traditions, one dimension being the roles of women. In particular, women in traditional Chinese families were faced with countless restrictions, whether in their profession or in their freedom. These restrictions defined what women in the past were capable of doing, how they should express themselves, and how they should be perceived. But times have changed, and women have taken bigger and bigger roles in our society, proving to the world that women’s power is not to be underestimated.
This summer, creative director Milin Yuvacharuskul and her design, intrigued by this story, cast the inspiration into this Spring/Summer 2019 collection, “DYNASTY”. The collection illustrates life of a present-day descendant of a noble Chinese dynasty family. Blessed with looks and luxuries, she is second to none in all aspects of life. She works her way up the corporate ladder, taking the reign of the family business, shining gloriously as she does so. She makes history every day as one of the most powerful women ever lived.
This collection stands out with a gorgeous array of prints. Introducing three new prints, the feisty leopard print represents prowess and inner hunter instinct of modern women, with delicate Chinese brush stroke techniques and layered lace that gives an interesting twist. She means business, but her feminine allure is not to be compromised. Lily print on chiffon is intertwined with silver rods and beads, forming gorgeous bouquets. Tech- niques and details come to play, with various draping styles forming new silhouettes. Styles range from draped neckline and back cutout on elegant maxi dress and lace patch- work on vibrant metallic fabric, to contemporary Chinese-style trimmings on qipao with diamond-crusted neckline and flared flare sleeves.
The fabrics used in this collection deserve a distinctive mention. Silver and gold painted velvet for suits, gold-laced jacquard for cocktail dresses, sparkly silver sequins, silver- threaded tweed, and metallic spandex are just a few examples. The colors convey classic glamour with gemstone-inspired hues befitting the richest royals, such as mallard green, plum red, peony pink, peach pink, lilac, shocking pink and golden dragon.
Completing the royal look are special items designed just for this collection. Pointy high heels are decorated with ribbons, while golden brooch is decked with auspicious gradient gemstones to signify opulence. Sequinned drawstring bag is styled up with ostrict feature for a fun twist. Indulge in the grandeur and glamour of Dynasty with Milin today.
