I love Rick Owens’ outside-the-box thinking! Incorporating performance and using nontraditional runway models proved effective and memorable! These photos capture the energy of the show so well! http://www.editorialite.com
That must have been spectacular live! “rejecting conventional beauty, creating our own!” I would have loved to feel the beauty and power of those woman!
Stepping is part of a long & proud tradition in many historically African-American fraternities and sororities. You just called it a “freak show.” You may wish to do some serious thinking about that.
whatever here is not about the black’s women tradition, it’s about fashion, and i dont think this kind of “thing” is situable for the androgynous product rick’s industry sell…
I can imagine some of these outfits doing quite well on the street in my urban, gritty, neighborhood.
It’s also interesting to see how the pieces move while being worn doing something other than a runway strut.
What a nice change.
Why is it ridiculous or humiliating?! Step is a huge part of black sorority and fraternity culture. Highlighting something so uniquely American at a European show is pretty incredible.
Why is this embarrassing? It is a designer’s vision, his own way of creating a spectacle and mood for a presentation. It speaks volumes about the collection; the strength of women, teamwork, attitude and personality, precision the list goes on. what we all need to understand is that no matter how banal or distasteful we may initially find a show it is the designer’s vision and that is to be respected.
I loved it!
It touched me and inspired me.
The idea is brilliant – and now i do want a few outfits pronto.
I don’t know why the show moved me so much: the powerful message these women sent, the clothes which in some cases looked amazing (want!) and in same cases looked awful but made a statement, the music coming from the stomping ladies, the outraged looks on some ladies in the front row, the amused look of others, who even started stomping a bit…
Love….
(But I want to know: what does the sartorialist think?
It’s too easy to let your (great) pics do the talking. I’m curious to know the opinion of someone who was there live, and that knows a bit or two about fashion more than myself!)
I love it, the energy, the power. Would have loved to see that show. It makes you realize how boring the eternal seriouslooking, too skinny girls on too high heels really are.
Inventive, dynamic and provocative! It just made me love Rick Owens even more. In comparison, Hedi Slimane’s attempt to change YSL seemed uncreative and craven, though in his defense, I must say it was hard for a comeback kid who’s not designing for his own eponymous label.
Amazing. This made me all weepy. Using women with different body types (such as these gorgeous and powerful average sized women) and different ethnic backgrounds should be the norm in fashion shows. It makes things much more interesting and beautiful. I loved Rick Owens already and love him so much more for this!!!
rick owens seems to always put on an off-kilter performance. I remember seeing some shots of Mr. Schumann’s where a metal band played as the models walked. That was very cool, and I can’t wait to find the video of this one on YouTube or something!
I loved the women, dance, movement, fierceness — but I’m not “getting” the fashion. This is a fashion show. The black outfits — yes, they do look like something one would wear … but nothing exceptional. The white and beige outfits, I don’t get.
Why not execute this brilliant concept with more brilliant clothes? If this is referencing African heritage, it may be in the women and the movement, but it’s certainly not in the fashion. Okay, what am I missing?
I know there’s a statement being made with the clothes, but I’m not getting it.
it made me weepy, too. so often designers are ‘inspired by’ certain cultures, but the influencers are usually nowhere to be found. i don’t know if the clothes were inspired by steppers, but he was inspired by them on some level and he invited them to participate. i think it was a beautiful show mean mugging grit faces and all.
I don’t understand, what is this? And intro and then the models come out with his clothes. Clearly these are women of all different shapes, sizes, and race, and having them on stage at a fashion show is great, however, why are they not wearing his clothes then. I don’t understand the point.
Fantastic show, even though I didn’t like the clothes and could never see myself wearing them I love the alternative attitude, fashion takes itself too seriously
After seeing the video I am even more amazed and touched.
And for the clothes: sure, this is not a fancy collection, some pieces are not flattering but women dont need to be flattered, dont need to spiff up (doesnt mean that couldnt or shouldnt). And imagining one of these passing me by on the street dressed like this, I mean an “average” woman, I’d definitely turn my head and find it bold and uplifting and down-to-earth. Dollism isnt sexy, power and strength is!
Unfortunately, this is the first fashion show in a long time that’s not just bored and stale and blah. I wish there was more unconventional creativity on display. It’s so much more interesting when a point is being made.
Excuse my language, but about ‘effin time! Of course the ‘sheets’ would probably look fabulous on a lithe woman, but he took a chance. A very American trait. Which is why I love living in this country.
Keep in mind that the women wearing the “Sheets” during the presentation were moving a lot and it’s quite possible that they way they were worn wasn’t a correct representation of how the clothing would appear of women walking in the street. I do applaud him for dressing “normal” women for a change.
Simbarashe
September 27, 2013 at 12:09 am
One of the most brilliant things I’ve seen.
http://lordashbury.com
andreea
September 28, 2013 at 8:27 am
i only have one question: will rick owens carry this kind of sizes?
http://littleaesthete.com
Tat
September 29, 2013 at 11:00 am
I was wondering the same, and after this season will he continue to do so, or is this just a gimmick to get people talking.
J
September 27, 2013 at 12:12 am
Phenomenal!
Boxer's Adventures International Blog
September 27, 2013 at 12:23 am
The choreography. I am in love.
http://boxersadventures.com
Wayde
October 1, 2013 at 12:29 am
Step Teams, not Dancers….
jess
September 27, 2013 at 12:32 am
This show looks absolutely glorious. I cheered with glee when I saw the photos. I can’t imagine what it must have been like to attend!
Amy
September 27, 2013 at 12:32 am
Fashion shows have become so stale. Please let this be the future!
Alice
September 27, 2013 at 1:10 am
Wow. I watched the Rick Owens show, and I have to say your images captured it the best I have seen. But no commentary?
Xeana
September 27, 2013 at 1:12 am
Wow! Great show! Cool shots!
http://www.xeanafashion.com
Maggie {The Editorialite}
September 27, 2013 at 1:23 am
I love Rick Owens’ outside-the-box thinking! Incorporating performance and using nontraditional runway models proved effective and memorable! These photos capture the energy of the show so well!
http://www.editorialite.com
Cory Scott
September 27, 2013 at 1:47 am
Oh my God! Just my kind of shows! The dance moves look fierce!!
http://www.thedeepbluecory.com/
Xoxo! Cory
ThePrufrockian
September 27, 2013 at 2:22 am
Brilliant work from Owens and the women who made it transcendental.
Alex
September 27, 2013 at 2:38 am
That’s just too cool. Imagine the stomps echoing. Intense in the front row.
Denisa
September 27, 2013 at 2:49 am
Very nice pic. Great daz.
http://www.fashiondenis.com/
Gabrielle
September 27, 2013 at 3:05 am
That must have been spectacular live! “rejecting conventional beauty, creating our own!” I would have loved to feel the beauty and power of those woman!
Clotham
September 27, 2013 at 3:23 am
Why?
Zazie
September 27, 2013 at 8:48 am
Why not?
;)
Sevan
September 27, 2013 at 11:00 am
Why not, indeed !
Jen Silouette
September 27, 2013 at 3:40 am
They look like crazy nurses!! ;-)
http://www.silouettecreations.com
Tulip
September 27, 2013 at 8:31 pm
Hahaha that made me laugh.
Alessia
September 27, 2013 at 3:58 am
strong!
TheChicolat
The Fashion Fraction
September 27, 2013 at 4:10 am
crazy show
http://www.thefashionfraction.com
Diva In Me
September 27, 2013 at 4:18 am
Definitely contrasting.
Thom
September 27, 2013 at 4:28 am
Amazing. Right in the face of every other show.
almu
September 27, 2013 at 4:35 am
Thanks for sharing the show!
almu
http://www.mavieenroseblog.com/
Zaza of Geneva
September 27, 2013 at 4:37 am
That’s what I call a fabulous show!! What a change from the regular shows with all these skinny bored-looking models!! Bravo Mr. Owens!!
Clotilde
September 27, 2013 at 5:22 am
Love it!
Enough of twiggy, ethereal women! Let’s be strong, powerful and full of energy…at least on Friday’s! ;)
Musical Point
September 27, 2013 at 5:41 am
I suppose is a kind of fashion joke
Sarah
September 27, 2013 at 10:16 am
not at all, you’ve clearly missed the point.
marta
October 3, 2013 at 9:22 pm
yes.. :D
galsandan
September 27, 2013 at 6:13 am
What – normal-size models, doing energetic/exuberant things? Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant!
anora
September 27, 2013 at 1:14 pm
Ok, sure, but where are the clothes? These women are wearing trash bags and hospital gowns.
WOWS
September 27, 2013 at 6:20 am
Cool designs and cool performance!
Kisses from
http://www.withorwithoutshoes.com
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dario fattore
September 27, 2013 at 6:25 am
l ho vista questa sfilata , davvero molto particolare e sopra dalle righe rispetto le solite
http://www.whosdaf.com
Tricia
September 27, 2013 at 6:27 am
Paper exam gowns as fashion?
Corali
September 27, 2013 at 6:33 am
the first image is seriously amazing! (then again, all of your images are) but this one is very cool! great photos of a great show!
http://coralissignature.blogspot.de
LindaW
September 27, 2013 at 6:42 am
What kind of freak show is going on here?
Zazie
September 27, 2013 at 8:49 am
freak show???
Seriously?
une chatte grise
September 27, 2013 at 2:07 pm
Stepping is part of a long & proud tradition in many historically African-American fraternities and sororities. You just called it a “freak show.” You may wish to do some serious thinking about that.
marta
October 3, 2013 at 9:40 pm
whatever here is not about the black’s women tradition, it’s about fashion, and i dont think this kind of “thing” is situable for the androgynous product rick’s industry sell…
Brizz
September 27, 2013 at 7:02 am
Yeah, physical women! Beautiful! (just coming home from all female TaeBo class, I can definitely feel them women)
Cris
September 27, 2013 at 7:13 am
Wow!! This is awesome and so different from the shows we’re used to see. Awesome!
http://heelsandpeplum.wordpress.com/
AET
September 27, 2013 at 7:36 am
I can imagine some of these outfits doing quite well on the street in my urban, gritty, neighborhood.
It’s also interesting to see how the pieces move while being worn doing something other than a runway strut.
What a nice change.
Laura
September 27, 2013 at 7:57 am
What a cool show! One of a kind!
http://www.laurablogmode.com
Stew
September 27, 2013 at 8:31 am
Wrap yorself in a sheet and dance about- absolutely ridiculous
Erica
September 27, 2013 at 9:03 am
……and humiliating.
Phoebe
September 27, 2013 at 1:25 pm
Why is it ridiculous or humiliating?! Step is a huge part of black sorority and fraternity culture. Highlighting something so uniquely American at a European show is pretty incredible.
Erica
September 28, 2013 at 8:02 pm
I’m not put off by the size, color or shape. As many other people have commented, how refreshing. It’s the clothes.
Wayde
October 1, 2013 at 1:23 am
Why is this embarrassing? It is a designer’s vision, his own way of creating a spectacle and mood for a presentation. It speaks volumes about the collection; the strength of women, teamwork, attitude and personality, precision the list goes on. what we all need to understand is that no matter how banal or distasteful we may initially find a show it is the designer’s vision and that is to be respected.
F
September 27, 2013 at 11:21 am
Absolutely ridiculous would be your comment.
Zazie
September 27, 2013 at 8:48 am
I loved it!
It touched me and inspired me.
The idea is brilliant – and now i do want a few outfits pronto.
I don’t know why the show moved me so much: the powerful message these women sent, the clothes which in some cases looked amazing (want!) and in same cases looked awful but made a statement, the music coming from the stomping ladies, the outraged looks on some ladies in the front row, the amused look of others, who even started stomping a bit…
Love….
(But I want to know: what does the sartorialist think?
It’s too easy to let your (great) pics do the talking. I’m curious to know the opinion of someone who was there live, and that knows a bit or two about fashion more than myself!)
beate
September 27, 2013 at 8:53 am
I love it, the energy, the power. Would have loved to see that show. It makes you realize how boring the eternal seriouslooking, too skinny girls on too high heels really are.
L'Oliphant
September 27, 2013 at 8:53 am
great show
Irene
September 27, 2013 at 8:59 am
Best.Idea.Ever.
http://www.ireneweekly.com
Jules V.
September 27, 2013 at 10:04 am
There are lots of things to celebrate about this, but I can’t say the clothes are among them.
Quyen
September 27, 2013 at 10:05 am
what a great idea! these pieces are so strong that a performance totally works!
http://liveitinerantly.com
Nico
September 27, 2013 at 10:11 am
Those faces!! Cool!
http://lowbudget-lowcost.blogspot.it/2013/09/diy-my-new-old-tee.html
Jenny
September 27, 2013 at 10:30 am
Inventive, dynamic and provocative! It just made me love Rick Owens even more. In comparison, Hedi Slimane’s attempt to change YSL seemed uncreative and craven, though in his defense, I must say it was hard for a comeback kid who’s not designing for his own eponymous label.
Sevan
September 27, 2013 at 11:20 am
I just watched the show. It brought me down to earth….. Brilliant.
shelly
September 27, 2013 at 12:00 pm
Amazing. This made me all weepy. Using women with different body types (such as these gorgeous and powerful average sized women) and different ethnic backgrounds should be the norm in fashion shows. It makes things much more interesting and beautiful. I loved Rick Owens already and love him so much more for this!!!
Carolyn Mullen
September 27, 2013 at 12:05 pm
So unexpected and truly amazing. Great to see the creativity of new ideas.
http://www.noteworthynecklines.com
Sara
September 27, 2013 at 12:31 pm
Beautiful. Very powerful and refreshingly original.
Robin
September 27, 2013 at 4:16 pm
rick owens seems to always put on an off-kilter performance. I remember seeing some shots of Mr. Schumann’s where a metal band played as the models walked. That was very cool, and I can’t wait to find the video of this one on YouTube or something!
Bailey
September 27, 2013 at 4:26 pm
I just watched the video for this show via the Huffington Post and I don’t really have words to describe how amazing it was to see this!!!
m ruth
September 27, 2013 at 4:55 pm
I loved the women, dance, movement, fierceness — but I’m not “getting” the fashion. This is a fashion show. The black outfits — yes, they do look like something one would wear … but nothing exceptional. The white and beige outfits, I don’t get.
Why not execute this brilliant concept with more brilliant clothes? If this is referencing African heritage, it may be in the women and the movement, but it’s certainly not in the fashion. Okay, what am I missing?
I know there’s a statement being made with the clothes, but I’m not getting it.
TJ
September 27, 2013 at 5:02 pm
it made me weepy, too. so often designers are ‘inspired by’ certain cultures, but the influencers are usually nowhere to be found. i don’t know if the clothes were inspired by steppers, but he was inspired by them on some level and he invited them to participate. i think it was a beautiful show mean mugging grit faces and all.
Tat
September 27, 2013 at 6:00 pm
I don’t understand, what is this? And intro and then the models come out with his clothes. Clearly these are women of all different shapes, sizes, and race, and having them on stage at a fashion show is great, however, why are they not wearing his clothes then. I don’t understand the point.
umanbn
September 28, 2013 at 3:06 am
Fantastic show, even though I didn’t like the clothes and could never see myself wearing them I love the alternative attitude, fashion takes itself too seriously
sometimes…umanbn@wordpress.com
ISa
September 28, 2013 at 3:29 am
Different !
Isa
Brizz
September 28, 2013 at 5:31 am
After seeing the video I am even more amazed and touched.
And for the clothes: sure, this is not a fancy collection, some pieces are not flattering but women dont need to be flattered, dont need to spiff up (doesnt mean that couldnt or shouldnt). And imagining one of these passing me by on the street dressed like this, I mean an “average” woman, I’d definitely turn my head and find it bold and uplifting and down-to-earth. Dollism isnt sexy, power and strength is!
Eline
September 28, 2013 at 8:32 am
Wow, real people! So refreshing :-)
der modemann
September 28, 2013 at 9:46 am
Liked the show so much!
http://dermodemann.wordpress.com
CKBoss
September 28, 2013 at 12:31 pm
those clothes can move – got to see the video
Behind the Mirror
September 28, 2013 at 12:44 pm
These are the best photos I have seen from the show! Amazing job capturing the essence of the show!!!
sg
September 28, 2013 at 1:34 pm
I love this. Reminds me of Malcolm McLaren’s Double Dutch. Fabulous strong legs
Freddie
September 28, 2013 at 4:10 pm
Unfortunately, this is the first fashion show in a long time that’s not just bored and stale and blah. I wish there was more unconventional creativity on display. It’s so much more interesting when a point is being made.
Vessel
September 28, 2013 at 5:11 pm
Excuse my language, but about ‘effin time! Of course the ‘sheets’ would probably look fabulous on a lithe woman, but he took a chance. A very American trait. Which is why I love living in this country.
Wayde
October 1, 2013 at 1:25 am
Keep in mind that the women wearing the “Sheets” during the presentation were moving a lot and it’s quite possible that they way they were worn wasn’t a correct representation of how the clothing would appear of women walking in the street. I do applaud him for dressing “normal” women for a change.
Tenaya Amelia
September 29, 2013 at 12:28 pm
Here is an article and riveting video of the Rick Owens show:
http://nymag.com/thecut/2013/09/rick-owenss-rejection-of-conventional-beauty.html
Iz Said
October 1, 2013 at 10:00 pm
Best presentation of the seasons… Hats off to Rick Owens!
Tramica
October 1, 2013 at 10:08 pm
This is the first time I’ve seen a version of me in a fashion show and it felt sooooo good.
Simona
October 3, 2013 at 11:33 am
Rick Owens is a bad ass! Who would have thought this would work? But it does. Innovative, refreshing, inspiring. And those clothes can move, baby!!!
jane
February 22, 2014 at 6:03 pm
brave, subversive…