Peter Som, you had me at not-afraid-of-color, you had me at Mongolian-lamb, you had me at the very first moment your first model came strutting down that runway. Armchair fashionistas like myself (even if I could use the connections I have in that department, I'd much rather look at things from the comfort of my own home, thank you), appreciate the interwebs for letting us feel like we were there.
I recently finished reading Joan Didion's Play It As It Lays, and it has put me in a 70's California gypsy-boho Stevie Nicks kinda mood. I also saw the film version, which is frustratingly slow-paced, but worth watching for Anthony Perkins alone. I love the caftans Tuesday Weld wears throughout the film, and have lately been obsessed with finding the perfect coat from that era. I even found myself liking her crazy poncho, but no worries, I won't be going out dressed as Maria Wyeth anytime soon. I sorta consider my newfound appreciation for this era rather hilarious, as it's always been one of my least favorites (Steve Nicks notwithstanding), and the recent haute-hippie/boho trends have left me cold.
Basically, what is up? I have my finger on the pulse, and so does Peter Som. I've been looking for a coat with Mongolian lambswool cuffs, sort of like the one Kate Hudson wore in Almost Famous, and striking out left and right, but they're apparently coming our way.
But back to the man's collection--it's amazing and I loved almost every single piece, so I'm going to have to be extra picky when listing favorites. I'm just so relieved that Som is back, and that he uses color liberally and to great effect.
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