Maison Martin Margiela HC F/W 08.09 Paris

[4n98]

conception, over.

[almuerzodesnuda]

i wonder how high are the price tags..

[KKnardi]

Some of the most unusual designs were shown outside the official schedule, however, such as the Martin Margiela jacket made of party balloons (the ephemeral nature of which offers a counterpoint to couture's potential heirloom status) and a dress made of records broken to look like fish scales. These formed part of the Belgian label's Artisanal collection, which elevates everyday objects to the status of fashion and art. About five versions are made of each piece, but no two are the same.Some of the most unusual designs were shown outside the official schedule, however, such as the Martin Margiela jacket made of party balloons (the ephemeral nature of which offers a counterpoint to couture's potential heirloom status) and a dress made of records broken to look like fish scales. These formed part of the Belgian label's Artisanal collection, which elevates everyday objects to the status of fashion and art. About five versions are made of each piece, but no two are the same.

from article 'Rich seams: Haute couture is riding high again', The Independent.

[pixie stix]

This reminds me of Andy Warhol's first exhibit featuring cans of Campbell's soup, where no one knew whether to be impressed by perceived commentary on pop culture or disgusted by what appeared to be an aisle in a market.

[JuiceMajor]

creative as ever. kinda punkish with the plastic bag as the dress top.

[shirleebee]

It's postmodern "couture" ; it subtly mocks the entire premise of the season while ensuring that it remains "exclusive" in its own right. Therein lies part of the irony. You are paying for luxe materials to look like trash. It's a form of reverse simulacrum. It also addressing that fine line between art and commerce with a very black sense of humor.
There's another layer of irony. In short, you are paying through the nose for a very complex and esoteric sartorial joke. MMM wins in all regards.

[shirleebee]

Originally Posted by pixie stix

This reminds me of Andy Warhol's first exhibit featuring cans of Campbell's soup, where no one knew whether to be impressed by perceived commentary on pop culture or disgusted by what appeared to be an aisle in a market.

Yup, and MMM is one of the few fashion visionaries out there today who can still pull this type of trick with success & credibility in tact.