New York Fashion Week :: DDC LAB [The ZOO]

DDC LAB :: Fall 2006

Being the second to the last show for the New York Fall 2006 collections, DDC LAB had quite the compromising time slot. By this point in the week editors have been over saturated, socialites have been over stimulated and the PR girls have been over worked. When your clients and customers have run out of fashion patience (yes ... it can happen!) the pressure is twice as strong to put on a show that is innovative and memorable. DDC LAB's debut show, 'Into the Stratosphere', proved to distinguish the design duo as a pair to keep your eyes on. The lights went down and to my great surprise, a mash-up of the Smiths and Radiohead filled the promenade (finally something other than Morningwood and Artic Monkeys!). This set the tone for the futuristic line that asked the audience if we are just "global residents" or whether we're "global rebels"? Caught between technology and combat, the men and women's collection at times looked more like gear rather than attire. Deep purple, grey, muddy green and charcoal was the primary palette for the collection, making it the modern camouflage for urban youth. Floor length 'Warrior' jackets with interrupted lines, jersey rouched dresses and black crepe ruffle tops were just a few of the progressive looks. With fabrics like lycra, silk and rubber, each piece was stylish as well as practical. DDC LAB created looks that are sure to have a cult following from all "global residents" and "global rebels" alike. [Meghan Casey] more...