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Mongrels in common S/S 2011 - royal hunt for jeans

Mongrels in common S/S 2011 - royal hunt for jeans

Write: Pradeep [2011-05-20]
For their upcoming spring/summer collection, designer duo Pluess and Ximénez-Carrillo were inspired by royalty – the British Crown, to be precise. The Queen’s passion for hunting and good old-fashioned English charm come face to face with the dramatic and stylish world of Italian denim. It’s an extraordinary combination. The fusion of different cultures results in a unique, urban look – in a word, mongrelism.
The collection sparkles with the label’s distinctive traits: materials of the highest quality, like pure silk and microfibre from Switzerland, are teamed with sporty, elegant cuts that are wonderfully light for summer and radiate a bright and colourful intensity. Cropped jackets flatter the female waistline and accentuate the wearer’s femininity. Draped, flowing clothing unfurls to reveal attractive determination. Elegant folds and patch pockets are set off by floral patterns and denim.
The collection is topped off with loose-fitting shorts, a radical new take on riding pants and of course must-have pleated breeches. And for that glorious summer feeling, there are pant suits with waistcoats and shorts.
Collection highlights include dresses made of high-quality floral silk materials that fit perfectly and pay tribute to the female form. Meticulously placed folds create a uniquely feminine silhouette and exude a kind of über-elegance so typical of mongrels in common.
This year’s base colours are dominated by taupe, denim blue and a warm dark blue. Colourful accents are provided by curry yellow, orange and nude tones. Accessories will continue to play an important role in the collection next year. Belts and bags that perfectly compliment the collection’s design concept consummate the unique mongrels in common look.
Mongrels in common are based in Berlin-Mitte, Germany. 'Mongrelism' is the essence of every mongrel collectionand unites the tow personalities of the designers Livia and Ximénez-Carrillo and Christine Pluess.