The Allure of Irregularity may function an apt title for N.21’s pre-fall assortment, as Alessandro Dell’Acqua’s repertoire persistently leans on the paradox of contrasts, juxtaposing bourgeois with louche, insouciance with propriety, and grunge with decorum. But the designer avoids veering into unsettling or controversial extremes, holding his rebellious spirit in test. He’s a mild subversive.
“I’ve curated a group of irregular ensembles,” he remarked throughout a showroom appointment; the irregular (but somewhat fairly) wardrobe mixed hints of classic with “mistaken touches of couture” and a nonchalant vibe, “as if a younger woman had rummaged by means of her mom’s closet, piecing collectively outfits haphazardly.” It didn’t seem so haphazard although, Dell’Acqua is a talented stylist.
The “so-wrong-it’s-right” playlist of inconceivable pairings comprised a traditional masculine striped poplin shirt tucked with a wonderful sequined pencil midi skirt, or a chunky reversible black jumper layered over a romantic flimsy nude chiffon frock. A cropped ’60s gold brocatelle jacket à la Chanel with rhinestone buttons regarded cool styled with a beige pleated cotton canvas skirt, whereas a slender ’30s-inspired black velvet night robe was offset by a trailing faux-fur stole for an additional contact of glamour.
By his personal admission, Dell’Acqua is allergic to tendencies; he designs garments which might be wearable whereas feeling au courant. His items are additionally pretty priced—in a luxurious market the place exorbitant pricing has made excessive trend unaffordable for many mortals, his strategy will not be solely refreshing, however really commendable.
