Hollywood flair for Fashion
October 14, 2008Hall opened Mercedes-Benz Los Angeles Fashion Week on Sunday showcasing the kinds of exquisitely tailored and crafted dresses that make him a red-carpet favorite with the women of Hollywood. Front-row admirers at the show included Rachel Griffiths, Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon and Dana Delany.
Influenced by Gilbert Adrian—whose designs in the ’30s and ’40s elevated the style wattage of icons Greta Garbo and Joan Crawford—Hall’s line looked to classic retro shapes and materials such as taffeta and chiffon in stark black and white or sultry blue and pink.
Among the best looks were a backless yellow chiffon floral printed gown nipped in at the waist and accented by a floating train, plus a delicate silk chiffon dress in aquamarine with jewels gathered at the neckline. Several gowns drew cheers and claps from the crowd, including one made distinct by elegant waist-to-floor pleats and an ombre style, fading from white to baby blue.
Models sporting swept-back hair in loose chignons wore slanted berets, and thick black belts created feminine silhouettes reminiscent of the working gals on AMC’s ’60s-set TV show “Mad Men.” A strapless dress in plum overlaid with black lace had a gorgeous fitted bodice, with a skirt plumped up by tulle.
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