An Afternoon: Maral Yazarloo, CCUOCO and Zeynep Kartel

It’s hard to believe that the talent already showcased this weekend could possibly be topped, but yesterday afternoon the designers of Fashion Scout SS16 proved that the versatility is endless.

House of Middle East & Asia with Maral Yazarloo presented a vibrant collection, entitled ‘Deja Vu’. Outer-wear shone bright, in shades of orange, mustard and teal. Each colour reflected the positive energy the individual outfits had been labelled with; joy, pride, desire. We felt them all.

House of Middle East & Asia presents Maral Yazarloo

Beneath the thick fabric waistcoats and jackets, often clean cut with dipped hems and exaggerated pleats, the models wore soft brown, shift style dresses. The sleek leather and suede worked well as an understated canvas for the show-stopping velvet textured overcoats. Working with traditional Middle Eastern conventions, each garment exhibited intricate floral embroidery, reinforcing the differing ideas and moods.

House of Middle East & Asia presents Maral Yazarloo

In complete contrast, the CCUOCO collection brought contemporary, elegant yet provocative looks to the Fashion Scout catwalk. The garments came in dramatic shades; maroon, black, cream and midnight blue. The models were styled with either slicked, wet look hair, or bouncy curls, in-keeping with the current 70s trend. However, black lipstick and faux facial piercings defined the look as modern-gothic.

CCUOCO

CCUOCO

Exposed, raw seams were the highlight of the collection and perfectly framed the sheer panels, with organza adding femininity to the edgy aesthetic.The daring combination of harsh leather and sheer organza was a perfect representation for the many, and often contrasting facets of what defines a woman. A complexity which is key to the concept of CCUOCO’s designs.

CCUOCO

Day two saw elegant designer Zeynep Kartel return to the Fashion Scout run way. Her romantic, formal collection, pulled an eager and fashion-forward crowd. The pieces consisted of tailored waistcoat co-ords and floral, leaf patterned gowns, displaying both androgyny and femininity. Flashes of deep coral broke up the muted collection of navies and creams.

Zeynep Kartel

Zeynep Kartel

Zeynep Kartel

The neck line bared all or nothing, working plunging deep-v necklines or Bardot style capes into the dress design. Many of the floral gowns also exhibited sheer paneling and bare skin, a dominating trend from the styles presented this London Fashion Week.

Zeynep Kartel

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Words: Alexandra Craft (@alexandrasaidso)

Images: Maja Jankowska (@babypolsky) & Stefania Porcu (@stefaniaporcuphoto)
Editor: Fiona Nicholls (@fifinicholls)

COLLECTION| Zeynep Kartal SS15

Returning to the Fashion Scout catwalk for another season, Zeynep Kartal has once again showcased an exquisitely feminine collection exuding sophisticated glamour. 

'Efflorescene' explores the notion of 'flowering out' - drawing on inspiration from Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic British novel, 'The Secret Garden'. Kartal demonstrates the all encompassing power and charm of nature. Feminine silhouettes constructed in the most delicate chiffon and silk fabrics allude to the turning of the seasons as Kartal captures the notion of transformation throughout her collection. 

Detailing is ethereal, with Kartal's signature embellishing showcased in oversized pearlescent beading which is contrasted by delicate embroidery in thigh split column dresses and structured box cut tops. Kartal's colour palette once again references the secret garden and the concept of change and transformation. Vivid lime tones fall into rose pinks and dove greys as the collection itself evolves as it takes to the catwalk, barely there botanical prints and floral applique detailing add elements of enchantment to 'Efflorescene' and fresh whites highlight a feeling of re-birth. 

Kartal perfectly captures the wonder of nature in luxe floor skimming dress, pleated calf skirts and sheer panelling. Particular highlights of the collection included sculpted silk bodies teamed with floating collarless capes and a show stopping final catwalk look featuring a full skirted, three-dimensional floral dress with a classically nipped in waist in pink tones. 

As ever, Kartal gives us a faultless lesson in timeless occasion and evening wear.

By Charlotte Muscat, (@CharlotteLM9).

Images by Kathryn Younger.