With Monique Lhuillier, Esquivel and the Row, Three’s Definitely a Crowd
What happens when you host Monique Lhuillier, The Row and Esquivel’s spring 2010 collections on the same day? You’re very busy.
Not long after the trunks carrying Monique’s spring 2010 eveningwear arrived, clients checked in to sample the collection’s sensual silk jersey gowns and cocktail dresses. This collection was inspired by the lanky, graceful Masai warriors of Kenya, and the clothing, draped and embellished, had movement and energy. The look was soft, elegant and flattering. Accents include beading, wisps of jersey fringe, braided silk belts, tassels and feathers; the shades – golden mustard, rust, emerald green, a deep lapis, moss and mercury – are rich and full-bodied. All in all, another strong collection from Monique.
In the next room, the hand-made shoes of George Esquivel were on display. His collection of hobos, spectators, oxfords and boots can be made in suede, calf, alligator, sting ray, ostrich cloth, goat or any skin imaginable. Just ask. Classic with a modern twist, Esquivel shoes are handcut, the holes handpunched and each pair unique. The color combinations and burnish are great. Must haves include the purple and brown spectators and the hobos, in bronze or pewter.
And in the next room, you had the classic cool spring 2010 collection from the Row, the brainchild of Ashley and Mary Kate Olsen. The hallmark of the Row, named for the impeccable tailoring standards of London’s Savile Row, is meticulously crafted elegant but easy clothing with a great fit and luxe textures. Favorites are the leather leggings, the wrinkled blazer worn with pushed up sleeves, the soft oversized tanks and the tight banded miniskirt ala Herve Leger. Jeans have made an appearance in this collection and their look and feel is of vintage Levis. Well-styled, easy to wear, hip, the Row should figure in every wardrobe.
So, three does make a crowd. And that’s good.
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