alani fw 2011/12 by kim jae hwan

A Central Saint Martins graduate, Korean designer Jae Hwan Kim once again presented a very minimal collection for Alani under the theme 'Yves Klein Monochrome'.  Clean lines in black & grey with solid blocks of intense color inspired by the monochrome paintings of French artist Yves Klein.  A royal, ultramarine blue which Klein made famous as 'International Klein Blue' was the standout color in a few key pieces such as the long, oversized jacket with hidden buttons that I got to wear as the final outfit.  The patent leather shoes were a highlight of the show as were the much talked about, crisp cornered, square legged pants - which you can see more of HERE in Alani's 'Sweatshirt Project' lookbook.




designer Jae Hwan Kim / 김재환





































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leigh fw 2011/12 by sang hyun leigh

After leaving kai-aakmann as team leader in 2007, Korean designer Sang Hyun Leigh has garnered quite a bit of buzz both in Korea & globally since launching his brand Leigh in 2009, especially after his successful SS11 collection during SFW's Generation Next last October. He continues his self-proclaimed 'chic casual' look this season again using a limited palette of grey, black, white, navy & khaki. Tasseled loafers & white or grey socks were worn with flood pants in navy or an eye-catching grey pinstripe with added tuxedo stripe. The wool peacoats with leather sleeves were gorgeous & the zipper detailing on the jackets and a few of the pant ankles were minimal but asked for attention.
































































For more runway photos from INAPAD.com click HERE.

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