Rue du Mail (Martine Sitbon) F/W 07.08 Paris

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PARIS, March 2, 2007 – Martine Sitbon left the Paris runway scene in 2004, but judging by the arty crowd at her comeback show (her new collection is named after the address of her atelier), she's hardly been forgotten. One of the things she's remembered affectionately for is an edgy sense of romanticism, but at first today she worked more of a tough chic vibe. A streamlined black satin trench was followed by other tailored pieces with doubled collars and padded details on the sleeves.

There were also plenty of sweet dresses, though. They trotted out on wedges and stacked-heel pumps, and in keeping with the swing of things, hems were short and silhouettes were full. The weak link was a clunky number made from what looked frankly like a cream chenille bedspread. The best pieces were almost sculptural, with wire hems that circled the legs, curving gracefully at one knee to create an abstract flower and reveal asymmetric tiers beneath. In the mix were lots more bubble and lamp-shade shapes.

Her fans seemed pleased enough with all this, but it bears noting that the competition for attention in the crowded French calendar has become even more fierce since Sitbon's departure; to maintain the enthusiasm she was greeted with today, she may have to kick things up a notch or two.

– Nicole Phelps

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[peacelover142002]

I have black coming out of my ears at this point, and the makeup is unfortunate, but there looks like there could be some really nice pieces here.​

 

[Whitelinen]

I find this quite boring.

 

[Dustcakeboy]

Too subtly parisienne.

 

[gr77]

i love it!!

 

[susie_bubble]

The show itself was so amazing.... I think the clothes reflect the change of backing for Martine Sitbon. But essentially, I still think it has 'Sitbon' written all over it. The show got a standing ovation from a ton of people.

 

[Lena]

few great pieces like the last moulage / roses dresses, but i have an issue with the safeness of black and the trendy stiffness of the fabrics..

great to see Martine back

 

[Beautiful Stranger]

Yeah, the prints is nice.. But that's it

 

[OlgaKorbut]

Great to see Martine back, but I'm a bit disappointed. I like that print, a piece here and there, and some dresses towards the end, but that's it..

 

[wheneveriwakeup]

Oh, how I've missed her! I think this is really lovely and completely earnest. All the beautiful detailing and bold dashes of color... pure Martine. Not as esoteric or singular as her own line but this truly makes my heart flutter in the most violent way possible.

 

[xmodel citizen]

I would really, really love it if it was excecuted better. The satins look off, kind of puckered.

 

[MulletProof]

Gorgeous. the type of clothes that are bound to look better on real life than on the runway.