The studio showing of his Gilded Age collection was very quick and simple in statement. So many designers are inspired by the whole imagery of Edith Wharton’s tales of the Gilded Age and the designs of such couturiers as Charles Fredric Worth. Designs typically worn by the tsars and aristocrats of the Gilded Age. Many forget that only 1% of the population lived this lifestyle. The other 99% were the pioneers of the whole America sportswear and leisurewear of the future. The design team at Gilded Age looked to the workingman and classic pieces that exist today. Like the denim pant even the utility jackets and vests. The looks incorporated several strong trends this season, from the heavy outerwear to a loosely tailored pant. One of the standout pieces in the opening looks is a knee-length black wool overcoat with a trench coat style collar and lapel.

Knit pieces are another strong statement they showed for Fall/Winter. The denim pants were distressed, while the wool pants were kept clean and not too tailored. The second section was a series of tailored pieces from the double-breasted p-coats to a blazer. The only miss found in the collection is how they tucked all of the pants into boots. The must have piece from the collection is cropped navy blue double-breasted p-coat that is closely tailored to the torso. I love how the buttons run all the way up to the collar of the jacket. Gilded Age’s Fall/Winter is full of great outerwear pieces. Although, I would like to have seen a few leather pieces in the collection. Overall the collection has a statement and presence. Bravo Gilded Age!

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