Natasha Mapleson's New Collection

I would not have found Natasha Mapleson if it wasn't for Skattwalk 2010's Wonderland. I don't know how Lisa found her as the label does not have a website although its facebook page has quite a few members. Rock a Frock, online fashion boutique carries it and that's as much as I know. I just wanted to know what we could expect for retail fashion as Skattwalk was very much theatrical. That was the reason I gave up going to the Arts Festival opening instead I went to Skatt Mt. Hawthorn to see her new collection launch.

You'll find a similar selection of photos and a little blurb in Xpress this Thursday. I'm not in the best mood to review this collection as the designer used my photos without any permission or credit. I do have to say Natasha is a talented stylist and the label's branding is meticulous. Well designed branding and styling always get my attention so I have to give big tick for that. The new collection is sexy and the harness designs are interesting and versatile. You'll see that there's a bit of Balmain's look there with pointy shoulders with her own twist.

One thing I noticed was lack of production quality for those garments at the show. I assume they were just sample pieces for the show and her sale pieces will be well made - neat seams, zippers with proper closure and ending, clean cutting around the harnesses and neat button closures to name a few.

One thing I nearly forgot to mention is that Natasha Mapleson is a 'spunk' wear I think. There were so many 'spunks' at the show. While I was there I coined the term 'spunk off' although one of my twitter buddies didn't agree with me. Never mind. I just hope that Natasha does the right thing by crediting my photos (as requested).

UPDATE: Natasha Mapleson's website was launched two weeks ago. As I said, she is a fab stylist so the photos look fantastic. The site is simple and elegant. I hear she is now working full time. I was assured that the production quality will be good for the actual sales products and judging by the design I think she will do pretty well. Did you pick up this week's Xpress? Maple Syrup was Emma's title for the story on Natashs and I'd agree.. her stuff is pretty sweet.. spunky should I say?