The Blonds Close Out New York Fashion Week with Sparkly Show

Models present creations from Marchesa Spring/Summer 2018 collection. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz
Models present creations from Marchesa Spring/Summer 2018 collection. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz
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The Blonds Close Out New York Fashion Week with Sparkly Show

Models present creations from Marchesa Spring/Summer 2018 collection. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz
Models present creations from Marchesa Spring/Summer 2018 collection. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz

The design duo that is The Blonds closed out New York Fashion Week on Wednesday with a runway show that sparkled with hand-sewn outfits covered in laser-cut crystals, glittering heels and jewellery.

The brand, which co-designer Phillipe Blond described as extremely over-the-top, sparkly and dangerous, found inspiration in vampires and the Matrix for its Fall 2022 collection.

"We have this techno romantic, sort of like Grace Jones vibe tonight," said Blond, Reuters reported.

The line was filled with a custom print created from a photo of a studded corset from the brand's archives.

There were crystal embellishments and embroidered pieces on the dresses, pants and catsuits, and fun accessories including finger gloves took looks to the next level.

Phillipe and David Blond are known for creating fun moments in their shows. This season choreographer Parris Goebel performed on the catwalk, whipping a long braid around her. Christian Louboutin provided the shoes for the show.



Belgian Designer Meryll Rogge Appointed Marni's Creative Director

FILE - Fashion designer Francesco Risso in the backstage prior to a Marni Fall/Winter 2025-2026 Womenswear fashion show, during the Fashion Week, in Milan, Italy, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno, File)
FILE - Fashion designer Francesco Risso in the backstage prior to a Marni Fall/Winter 2025-2026 Womenswear fashion show, during the Fashion Week, in Milan, Italy, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno, File)
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Belgian Designer Meryll Rogge Appointed Marni's Creative Director

FILE - Fashion designer Francesco Risso in the backstage prior to a Marni Fall/Winter 2025-2026 Womenswear fashion show, during the Fashion Week, in Milan, Italy, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno, File)
FILE - Fashion designer Francesco Risso in the backstage prior to a Marni Fall/Winter 2025-2026 Womenswear fashion show, during the Fashion Week, in Milan, Italy, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno, File)

Meryll Rogge has been appointed as new creative director of Marni, the Italian fashion house and its owner OTB said on Tuesday.

The Belgian designer launched its own eponymous brand in 2020, after working at Marc Jacobs and Dries Van Noten.

"Meryll impressed us with the sensitivity she brought to reinterpreting the brand's DNA, offering a contemporary vision that embraces Marni globally and across all its dimensions", said Renzo Rosso, chairman of OTB (Only The Brave).

Last month Marni parted ways with its creative director Francesco Risso after almost ten years.