Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XVI

JimmyChooCollection for Autumn/Winter 2014 F or the Jimmy Choo Autumn/Winter 2014 collection, Creative Director Sandra Choi continues to experiment with new proportions whilst remaining focused on a refined cut, shape and form. The concept of illusion and deception is pivotal to the collection, the sense that things are not quite what they seem at first. Designdetailstricktheeye,invitingcloserinspectionandentrappingthe beholder. Modern architectural heels and silhouettes are juxtaposed with pieces thatreferencetheRevolutionary-eraFrance.Acolourpaletteofindulgent hues,includingdeepblue,darkorchid,mirtopurple,evergreenandblue grey,createsanintoxicatingrange,whilstaJimmyChoosignaturemotif, leopard printed pony, is seen in striking, smoke-grey paloma heel. Autumn/Winter 2014 heralds the birth of new heel shape: a triangular heel with lacquer finish that deceives the eye as it plays with reflections. It’s finished with a pointy toe, and presented in the Vanish boot and Legion shoe with ankle strap detail. Elsewhere, the Macaw and Cartel models present an evolved silhouettewith a refinedwedge. At the more demure end of the spectrum, amongst a muted colour palette of tonal suede and leather, a romantic WilliamMorris-inspired English floral print is no less attention-worthy. Ornate printed satin adorns minimalist silhouettes across court shoes, booties and sneakers. Playingtothethemeofillusion,zebrashidemischievouslyamongstthe innocent inky blue florals, waiting tobe discovered. The effect is utterly charming. Velvet panels and flocking lends a sensuous tactility to pointy-toe flats, tough heeled day boots and skate shoes, giving a sense of depth and caressable texture. Translucent lace devoré in purplish-red, black and blue-grey creates a feminine sentiment in Mary-Jane flats and pointy- toe pumps with delicate ankle tie details. TheHoury pump features an innovative asymmetric leather panel, wrapping the front arch with an elegant ankle strap detailing to one side. Daywear sees the Jimmy Choo woman on a mission, featuring a tougher, sometimes androgynous silhouette with a focus on boots and a chunkier heel, while linings of fur and shearling feature for luxurious warmth. Hatcher, a powerful combat boot, is given a wink of softness with a jewelled cluster of crystals adorning the toe cap. Sneakers play an important role representing a fun, but always luxurious take on sportswear. As an example, the Canon sneaker with monk strap detail features a rubber sole encased by an innovative transparent plastic. Night fall calls for drama, of course. And here we see the Dwyer shoe bootie, featuring colour-blocked folds of satin layeredwith a concertina effect – it’s evocative of a beautiful sea anemone. Perspex is used to balance the decadence of black satin and intricate lace-up detailing on booties. Strips of lace, bits of soft fur, and lace corsages all contribute to the theatrical flair of these elegant evening pieces. A statement bootie, with a high lace ruff detail framing the ankle, and the Tucan pump bindingtheanklewithballeticsatinribbons,addfurthershow-stopping star power. Elsewhere in the range, handbags exploreminimalist silhouettesmixed withmaximaldecoration.TheAvaminicross-bodybagstrikesabalance asitblendsluxurioustexturessuchasrabbitfurandpython,whilstgazelle animates theCarrie andZadie bags with playful detailing. The Charlie bag features a soft and streamlined silhouette, creating a blank canvas of soft leather, upon which a myriad of finishes – gazelle, python and long-haired pony – are allowed to take centre stage, all complementedwithasleekbrushedgoldpanellingatthebase.Irresistible fur jackets blanket the Evie bucket bag. TheCloud clutchwith knotted leather netting becomes a literal representation of a web of intrigue. If you’re looking to add a bit of drama and intrigue to your wardrobe, JimmyChooAutumn/Winter 2014 has just the shoe for you.