Marc Jacobs' Fall 2007 Ready-To-Wear collection is a feat upon itself. Remaining one of the only collections this season to inflate cleanliness and tailored mystery, the line is unique and fresh. As Russel Simmons confides with his ever-present eloquence, "Marc is always dope." The line is characterized by bold lines, primary colors, and geometric patterns. When described, the collection seems a trifling throwback to the 1960's, although the wide-brimmed hats and knee-length trenches beg to differ. Marc Jacobs' ability to pull sophistication and relevance from countless genre's of fashion is astonishing, threading symbolism through each piece without jeopardizing the wear ability of the line.
The collection represents two aspects of war. Loneliness associated with battle is the first theme. Inspiration for the pieces was a scarcity of connection, loneliness being a symptom. The gauzy, transparent androgyny represents lack of gender and the associated identifications; bringing personality through lack of dignity. Any sign of femininity (such as bows and ruffles) were over starched and gave the impression of purpose as opposed to frivolity. The theatrical versus anti-glory aspects of war is the second symbol. Popping from a simplistic monotone to cabaret-esque sequins, the common thread was theme. The masculine movement and lack of shine in the first ten pieces represented a grounded soldier, prepared for the consequences. The models appeared solemn and slightly bored, as opposed to the alternative voice: panache and drama.
Marc Jacobs molded a whimsical collection with a black and white mentality.
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