New York Fashion Week :: Peter Som [The ZOO]

Peter Som

Peter Som :: Spring Summer 2006

Peter Som has in past shows shown precision tailoring in most of his work. Today's Spring 06 showing diverted from that structured form into a more relaxed silhouette. There seemed to be a focus on a sort of Deauville-esque, 'Madeline' look, with long cardigan sweaters of navy with a bone stripe as trim. Turn of the century schoolgirl styled blouses with tailored skirts or with lovely prints as well.

The palette of taupe, bone, navy, black and grey were a great combination and gave the collection a soft, understated feeling. The hair was pulled back with volume at the crown, and makeup was minimal and sheer which proved to be no distraction to the clothing.

There were a few highlights for me, one was the silk-screened evening skirt with Swarovski crystals scattered near the hemline. It was coupled with a Matelasse blouson halter-top. The other was a nude georgette gown that fell perfectly on the body. It had a touch of sparkle that gave the ideal amount of attention getting spark without looking too showy. [Kelley Quan]