Willow Runway Show Spring 2009 -Wild and on the Witty Side

The Willow Spring/Summer 2009 presentation was all about contrasts--black, white, taupe, long and short, color and shape. The inspiration for the graceful collection was Ballet Russes. The Ballets Russes (French for The Russian Ballets) was a dance company established in 1909 by the Russian impresario Serge Diaghilev. The Ballets Russes's ground-breaking artistic collaboration among contemporary choreographers, composers, artists, and dancers made it a significant influence in the avant-garde culture of Paris.



In keeping with this tradition, Willow's designs were glamorous, but wearable, flowing but fresh, and with classic touches made modern. For example, a classic black tuxedo was made sheer and sparkling. A taupe dress goes from day to evening, a bit "Great Gatsby's" Daisy Buchanan meet a Victoria's Secret model.

There was lots of white and black, but also bright colors such as a grouping of bright orange designs. Here it's in artfully wrapped printed pants with a white jacket, and in an arfully wrapped and arranged, jumpsuit. There were plenty of rompers and jumpsuits represented on runways this season. It's ane easy, fun look that flatters most every figure.



There were long and short dressed and pants outfits, including a number with a striking, zebra print that I really love. Animal prints can sometimes look a bit cheesy, but these were made elegant with draping and flowing fabrics. I am coveting the short zebra print dress right down to the fabulous, chartreuse, shoes!