Runway Report: Proenza Schouler
posted by: brianka in Fashion Week, High heels, Platforms, Spring 2009 Shoes on September 10th, 2008
One word comes immediately to mind when I look at the Proenza Schouler shoe styles featured at this week’s runway show: Architectural.
The actual upper materials, ranging in type from patent to metallic fabrics to fur, are not insignificant to the overall appearance; but the truth is that these shoes are all about the Heel.
These shoes are stunning and appealing. Other words that might adequately describe them are Modern, Engineered, and Structured. The feat accomplished here is maintaining a balance between the structured presentation of the heel’s metallic architecture while maintaining an open an light appearance. The successful merging of these aesthetics to produce a shoe that is edgy without appearing heavy is quite an achievement.
One word I didn’t use in describing these is ‘Futuristic’. The first thing that comes to mind when I hear this term are images from Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner along with this poster image of Fritz Lang’s Metropolis:
And while I agree that these shoes would look completely at home on many a science fiction heroine, films such as Blade Runner & Metropolis can also be said to have a ‘gritty’ feel. And gritty is definitely not a word that should be used in describing these marvelous Proenza Schouler creations.
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August 13, 2010 at 2:44 am, Sommermode said:
What was your impression at the fashion week in new york? I couldn't go this year so I don't really know everything that happend. Is there anything else that hasn't been mentioned in this article. I hope I will be there in 2011.
February 15, 2009 at 4:20 pm, Proenza Schouler at Saks.com | Daimond Stiletto said:
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February 05, 2009 at 3:54 pm, Proenza Schouler at Saks.com : Prada,Gucci and Fendi Blog said:
[...] Regular Shoeblog readers may recall September of last year when we saw some very intriguing styles from Proenza Schouler’s spring 2009 runway show. [...]
February 04, 2009 at 11:17 am, Proenza Schouler at Saks.com | ShoeBlog said:
[...] Regular Shoeblog readers may recall September of last year when we saw some very intriguing styles from Proenza Schouler’s spring 2009 runway show. [...]
September 12, 2008 at 5:33 am, Anna @ Shoe Smitten said:
I like the first pair the best! Very cool, I am so happy that the architectural look isn't disappearing next season.
September 11, 2008 at 12:29 am, ray said:
Wow! Their so artistic. I'm sure their not for everyday use but I can see them in a museum some time soon. Also Metropolis just happens to be one of my favorite movies of all times.