PHILIPP PLEIN WOMEN'S FASHION SHOW FALL/WINTER 2016/2017

To the beat of a live performance by Chris Brown, Philipp Plein unleashes his Superheroines, or highly-charged fearless women who brave the world with control, femininity and bravado. Colossal illuminated and fire belching semi-trailers reverse onto the stage carrying their load of superheroines, who march off the trucks and onto the runway kicking of the fall/winter 16/17 show. Inspired by Plein’s favorites heroes - Catwoman, The Avengers and Captain America – and their intriguing powers, put-together look and resilience, the Fall/Winter 2016-17 collection counterpoints sensuality and toughness, sportiness and drama via sharp and body-conscious silhouettes, high-sparkle embellishments, athleisure accents and a tight palette of gold, black and silver. All mismatched liberally and intentionally, without restrain, to trumpet a futuristic and unconventional attitude. The jumpsuit and breastplates take center stage, primarily in leather, and decorated in a number of labor-intensive ways, from geometric cutouts to graphic metal piping to bejeweled hand-embroidered showerings of Swarovski crystals and metal sequins. A savvy play of contrasts further elevates the cool and modern mood. Black lace and bondage play to a women’s sultry side while sneakers dominate, peeking out from everything, even high-wattage silk evening gowns, because everything goes. Plush touches of mink and fox bond with crocodile and python while flashy Lurex Avengers jacquards jazz up sharply tailored