Recently, Galeries Lafayette 90 Creative Director Emily Smith discovered the brand’s original building – located at 99 Lafayette Street – was home to the printing press before becoming a garment factory. “I took that as an inspiration to construct the idea of this paper and what we could do with it, and interpret it through clothing,” Smith said at an appointment at the brand’s flagship store on Green Street in Soho.
It turns out that paper is the inspiration for clothes. A brown paper bag inspired a crumpled linen-blend trench coat. The coloured tissue paper is evident in a simple sleeveless shirt made of two layers of silk, one in pink and one in light beige, paired with a pair of white sheer trousers and the other in yellow citrine, which also reflects ” Minimalist looks seen elsewhere in past fashion weeks.
Furry cotton crochet sweaters and cardigans are reminiscent of shredded paper; a white cotton pleated maxi dress originated in origami and can be used for tropical brides Beautifully crafted wedding dresses. The standout of the collection is a pleated thin (lol!) leather short-sleeve button-up shirt and matching trousers, and a green pleated blouse with curved sleeves and a matching skirt, which has an elegant shape with a bold choice of color .
“I just believe that the modern woman is so busy and she wants something that can be worn in and out of different things,” Smith explained. She creates A curated collection of beautiful, modern, wearable pieces that will likely be in any woman’s wardrobe for the long haul. You really can’t ask for more.
