Stefano Pilati created a short film to showcase his resort 09 collection, rather than having a runway show or presentation, inviting editors to view the video exclusively by-appointment-only at the company’s madison avenue store. This was his second time forgoing the traditional route as he also presented his fall 2008 Yves Saint Laurent menswear collection the same way. While some people prefer the catwalk, I think Pilati’s new preference for video is au courant and a lot of fun for those of us who can’t make it to fashion week; the internet is the great equalizer. I loved the space the film was shot in, it made me think of Carrie and Big’s tragic apartment in the Sex and the City movie. It was fun being able to see the model strut her stuff both towards the camera and away as a runway show would give you, but with the added bonus of close-ups, shots of the accessories cleverly placed in the apartment and with chic editing and multiple frames. As for the clothes, the menswear inspired looks with shirting tucked under structured dresses of suiting were great and I also enjoyed the gorgeous gowns with cut-out sleeves at the end. My favorite look had to be the almost-out-of-place black mini-skirt and tee-shirt combo. It was the perfect film to watch with my morning cup of coffee. Some photos of the collection:

To get the look for less, try wearing this slim-fit Theory shirt under a structured strapless LBD from Helmut Lang:

Photo Cred: NYmag.com

Posted on June 14th, 2008 by zuri