SimplyAbuDhabi XV

CHAN E L 1 5 8 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Chanel Autumn/Winter 2014-15 Haute Couture K arl Lagerfeld for Chanel delivers a new interpretation of Haute Couture, one that is both modern and visionary. From laminated lace to neoprene and concrete – yes, concrete – Karl Lagerfeld invites new and unexpected materials into his collection, combining them with chiffon, tulle, tweed and organza to create an utterly modern silhouette. The line is structured with right- angled shoulders, corseted waists and rounded volumes created by cages over which fabrics are draped. Black and white mingles with fiery colours of red, rust and gold, as well as cooler shades of sky blue and concrete. Little dresses with marquise volumes are shortened to the knee and worn with what Lagerfeld terms ‘cycling shorts à la française’, or bloomers. The jackets and skirted frock coats are fastened with metal and concrete buttons or by staples. For evening, the long empire