Masha Ma Spring 2018
Masha Ma softened the harder, sexier edges to her spring collection by introducing flowers. But not the soft, fluffy type. They came in brightly colored prints as well as black and white, stylized to project a futuristic edge. Cyber and cinematic was the official vibe, with romantic undertones.
A pair of thigh-high lace up stiletto boots came in bright yellow, worn with a short black mini-dress bearing a splash of purple and green on the front. Black netting stretched over the arms and covered the hands.
The Paris based Chinese designer chose an all Asian cast in tribute to her inspiration, Wong Kar-wai’s film titled “2024.”
She cited the references: “The flowers, the patterns, the nostalgia Asian part that we transformed into a more modern type of definition,” she explained. Red lighting and electronic music added to the urban atmosphere.
“This flower surrenders proudly to innovation,” reads the official description.
The designer played on her signature men’s tailoring. The legs of a black pantsuit had zippered openings at front, revealing pointy white boots.
The pinstripe was back, with loose trousers and a long suite jacket, cut squarely.
She also offered a refreshing take on the rain coat with a hooded Gore-Tex trench that came in bright blue and was sexed up with an extra layer in the back that was fashioned in the style of a bomber jacket.
Launch Gallery: Masha Ma RTW Spring 2018
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