As much as I love the theatre and drama of corsets and feathers, I also take to the other end of the spectrum quite frequently, into the stark and minimal territory, almost to the point of severity.
I do severe very well as I have a severe face and severe hair but it's a look which, on me, can be quite scary too. I am of course fully aware of this which is why I have a tendency to try and temper severity with texture. As much as I am often percieved mostly as a bit "goth" or "rock" which, by my own admission, I probably am, I dislike clothes that don't have soul to them. Therefore when I do severe, often not intentionally, then I try to make up for the lack of soul in the ensemble by softening it with shades of the same colour or, as I said, texture. A tactile outfit, in my humble opinion, is one with soul.
But I recognise there is a dividing line between severe and minimal. Minimal, whilst clearly simple in silhouette, maintains a softness with small but defineable details that stop it crossing into severe.
Munich designer Ayzit Bostan does minimal beautifully. Everything is so simple and clean, but with a drape here or a chain there, the silhouette is softened and elegant.
Loving his "I won't share you" t-shirt.
Queen Michelle
I would definitely go for the black jacket in the 2nd photo.
Posted by: WendyB | Wednesday, 16 December 2009 at 19:07
these are gorgeous-love that black suede xx
Posted by: kpeach | Wednesday, 16 December 2009 at 19:38
That jacket! Oh my!
Posted by: KD | Wednesday, 16 December 2009 at 22:00
designer ayzit bostan is not a he. visited her in her studio about a week ago: http://lealoves.blogspot.com/2009/12/im-atelier-mit-ayzit-bostan.html
one of the most beautiful and sophisticated-timeless clothes i've ever worn.
Posted by: Lea | Wednesday, 16 December 2009 at 22:30
It's very beautiful ! Thank you for sharing !
Posted by: rose | Thursday, 17 December 2009 at 07:49
I love the coats here!
Posted by: Ties | Thursday, 17 December 2009 at 09:57
absolutely in love with the jackets and the dress. thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Kazuko | Thursday, 17 December 2009 at 10:19
I adore this article and look very pretty pic. So gorgeous. :)
Posted by: ed hardy | Thursday, 17 December 2009 at 10:24
these selections are gorgeous! Have to agree with other "commenters", that black suede(?) jacket is beautiful.
It's a bit strange for me to say, but the sleeves on it are fantastic, they look like just the right fit, not skin tight but tight enough.
Thanks for posting, I'd never have found this label otherwise, I know where I'll be spending my Christmas gift money now..
x
Posted by: Mariel | Thursday, 17 December 2009 at 16:55
so simple, yet cool
http://www.twolia.com/blogs/teacups-and-couture
Posted by: roxy | Thursday, 17 December 2009 at 23:10
Am browsing through the website and guess what, the bags are killing me. For a tote lover like me, I am going all crazy for the bags from Ayzit Bostan! Love them!
Posted by: Edmondie Voonie | Sunday, 20 December 2009 at 12:25
I love the simplicity and the sophistication!
Posted by: wedding favor | Sunday, 21 February 2010 at 03:22
I love the daily fashion tips and inspiration I get from this website.
Posted by: RankPay | Sunday, 21 February 2010 at 03:23