It did mark a first for organizers:
the roster included one of the city’s superstars, Marie Saint Pierre
But it did mark a first for organizers: the roster
included one of the city’s superstars, Marie Saint Pierre.
Due to a scheduling problem, it was actually held the week prior,
with a video of the event shown during the regular schedule. Her
exquisite collection shone against the backdrop of historic Habitat
’67, the inspired landmark building created by architect Moshe Safdie.
The unique structure proved an appropriate setting for a designer
with a strong voice and who is a master of structure and proportion
herself.
Her edgy take on spring 2003? How about combining
three major trends for spring, sophisticated retro-big screen goddess,
sleek modernity and sports styling—in the same garment? Sounds like
an impossible, misthought mess. In Saint Pierre’s deft design hand
it is utterly fascinating and on the mark. Look for ultra-asymmetrical
flouncy flamenco-inspired skirts, with sleek stretch tops. Sheer
floating dresses hint of new-romantic, while underneath can be seen
hint of bright green or yellow racing stripe.
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ABOVE: Marie Saint
Pierre.
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