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1 8 9 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I TheMichael Kors Spring Summer 2014 Ready-to-Wear Collection R omantic. Sweet. Feminine. Michael Kors hits all the right notes for Spring/Summer in this 2014 collection. With a fluid and elegant grace, the newlinedisplays aneasy and relaxed attitude for the warmer months. Delicate and feminine looks are integrated seamlesslywithmore sporty, activepieces,while sleekminimalismis softenedby airy, sumptuous fabrics. All inall, the effect is oneof sophisticated comfort and timeless elegance – everything you’d expect fromKors’ trademark ease. The elements of the Spring/Summer 2014 Collection include knee-length dresses and skirts in the signature Kors colour palette of white, ecru, and sand, complemented by richer tones of dark blue and green, earthy brown, and black. Mixing light summer materials such as linen, cotton poplin, and georgette, with modern, technically advanced textures such as stretchy jersey, Kors presents us with real clothes for the real world – the sort of garments you want to wear instantly. Floral dresses andcinchedblazers, fitted bodice tops and flared or pleated skirts: these are unmistakably feminine, sophisticated and elegant looks. And the coats, as always for Kors, are a stand-out feature of the collection. While there are certainly references to the style icons of the 1940s, such as KatherineHepburn, or the 1970s, such as Meryl Streep, this is in no way a retro collection. Effortlessly modern and forward-looking, there isnothingprecious about theMichael Kors 2014 collection. He is known for excellingat ‘basics’without everbeingboring, and is always on point with emerging trends. And of course, there are many luxe touches as well. Pythonskin tops, luxurious knits, andeven notes of fur – this is pure luxury. Accessorising many of the looks are thin strappy belts, in shades of sand and nutmeg – finishing touches that show that the smallest detail can elevate a look from charming simplicity to sublime elegance. Michael Kors understands his customer: the woman who wants to dress with functional comfort, demure style, sophisticated luxury, and timeless elegance. This collection has it all.