‘Looking at Helmut Newton’s iconic portraits of Charlotte Rampling and Bianca Jagger, I am constantly mesmerized by his ability to create luxury out of simplicty; taking this inspiration as a starting point I wanted to create a collection that captures the excitement, energy and creativity of urban life.’ – Brian Atwood

This season highlights a rich palette of colour and texture, on a sensual flowing sea of softness with metallic accents reigning supreme. Starting with an image of Mimosa, a delicate yet graphic floral print was created in devoré. Both in back and a hand painted burst of colour, this fabric then carries across the collection, including shoes, accessories and ready-to-wear. Similarly a very graphic slightly gothic lace has been created in gold metal; heels, platforms, bags and jewelry featuring this gives the entire range an elegant edge. In addition a few elements were plucked from different eras, such as the Arabian influence of the 30’s, and the tailored sophistication of the 80’s; these, combined with the newly developed materials, results in a effortlessly sensual and modern collection.

The star shoe of the collection is a classic t-bar mary-jane whose heel and platform both have lace patterned gilding. Available in a vast array of colours and materials, close attention has been paid to every detail of these exquisitely finished shoes. Ankle, knee-high and thigh-high stretch suede boots, feature a 130mm gold lace ‘cage’ heel, and gilt edge platform. With peep toe, front tassel, and thick leather straps, these boots are sensually feminine. Winter in the city is of course about boots; knee-high or ankle, featuring clean lines or simple details, such as an asymmetrical cuff, are available in natural tones that beautifully display Bally’s high quality leathers.

For day, luxuriously voluminous satchels, in pleated nappa, laminated gold kid, natural and jewel coloured snakeskin, embellished with gold hardware, are chic and effortless. Clutches and minaudiere feature prominently, with cleverly designed interiors, this range of evening bags are created in the wondrously beautiful materials that flow throughout the collection, including gold python and silk devoré. The structured, and functional travel collection, mirrors the men’s travel group; however with its voluptuously rounded edges and distinguished hardware, it is sophisticatedly feminine, Featuring purpose built pieces such as 24 and 48 hour weekenders, a computer case, a document carrier, and ‘hat-box’ shaped bijoux and cosmetic bags, this group is available in grained leather or water-snake and lined in black on nude lace printed silk.

The Ready-to-Wear has a sophisticated, elegant and soft flowing silhouette. Metallics are threaded throughout the collection to create a certain sparkle, brightening up a traditionally dark season; long flowing marabou cardigans are laced together with chain; a patent leather lace jacket on close inspection has a network of delicate chain holding it together; ever staying bright, full draped jackets come in jewel tone wools and animal prints. Wool gabardine suits, featuring wide trousers and tapered jackets are paired with sumptuous devoré or lamé blouses, and finished off with chain or metal lace belts. Wonderfully rich fabrics are gathered and elegantly draped to create an effortless and quite relaxed look. Soft leather turbans, low cut driving gloves, and patchwork lace tights, give the looks a daring young finish that is simply urban.

Colors: slate – granite – bamboo – chestnut – cherry – purple – black – espresso – nude – rose tea – gold

To feature this collection in your publication, please contact BRANDTHINK PR at +60-3-22872255.

Related posts:

1. Bally Men – Autumn/ Winter 2009 Collection
2. Esprit Women – Fall/Holiday 2009/2010
3. Max Mara Autumn/Winter 2009

‘From head to toe I wanted this collection to capture the tangible energy and creativity of city life. Originally I was concentrating on interpreting a classic tailored look, when I saw an amazing shot of Steve McQueen working on his motorcycle; instantly the collection came together; clean, modern and simply urban.’ – Brian Atwood

Green, grey, and black, is the statement palette of the collection. Although these are accented with hints of colour, the true core feature of across all categories is texture. Shoes, bags, belts, jackets, trousers, and even motorcycle helmets all are offered in a wide range of textures; knitted rather than felted cashmere for overcoats, leather for motorcycle helmets, animal print on finely knit silk cashmere cardigans, chunky knit linings, complex texturing and layering that once put all together is a straightforward simple clean collection.

The shoe collection is sleek, sharp, elegant and ultimately modern. For the main; classic oxfords, monk strap loafers and chelsea boots, all come in rich lustrous, warm colours, finished off with delicately combined brogueing and stitching details. On some styles you will find a micro rubber sole in place of the familiar hand finished leather soles that give an added lightness and flexibility.  In addition there are classic combat boots with chunky zippers, which are given a new twist with the elongated ’flat iron’ toe, in cherry bamboo or granite colours.  There is ankle or full length work boots that have waterproof leather soles with injected rubber treads, in tough oiled leather, hard wearing and functional but still not heavy. Beautifully simple drivers are offered in sumptuous jewel colour suede’s, and finally the sleek sneakers subtly feature the Bally crest logo

In keeping with the urban theme the bag collection is simply sophisticated; clean lines are supported by sumptuous textures, shearling, ostrich, washed python, blanket wool with the Bally’s iconic trainspotting stripe knitted into it, are all begging to be touched. Key shapes are the elongated document bag and the oversized satchel/shopper. As well there is a structured, chic, and functional travel collection that features purpose built pieces; trolleys, 24 and 48 hour weekenders, computer cases, a men’s shoe carrier, as well as small leather goods ranging from portfolios to tie cases. This entire range has clean modern lines, features, multi-layered, highly organized compartments all lined in quilted silk gross grain, including removable pouches to ensure everything is well protected including laptops.

The Ready-to-Wear features an eclectic mix, of textures, materials, and prints that together become the modern suit.  Here the vest of a traditional 3 piece suit is replaced with finely knit jumpers or cardigans, often in an animal print. A hand tailored jacket is paired with jeans originally inspired by motocross trousers, or velvet trousers. The traditional suit shirt is replaced with silks and cottons cut pajama style, and finished off with a skinny leather tie. Biker jackets are made in Melton wool and trimmed in shearling. Alternatively washed out leather, is lined with chunky knit sweater that extends down to cover the hands, the way a true motorcycle jacket would. Finally the finest wool gabardine has been hand tailored for two piece single breast suits; slim-fit, sophisticated, urban.

Colors: slate – dark slate – granite – bamboo – chestnut – cherry – purple – black- oxblood – night – expresso

To feature this collection in your publication, please contact BRANDTHINK PR at +60-3-22872255.

Related posts:

1. Bally Women Autumn/ Winter 2009 Collection
2. Max Mara Autumn/Winter 2009
3. MAX&Co. Concept Fall/Winter 2009/10