An open window wearing winter’s dirt,
A hummingbird’s high pitch whir,
Gray clouds march in from the west
What are we fighting for today?
I can’t see you or the bird, God,
But I recognise the sounds of last summer
When we all wrestled for the last fuchsia
Now, the flowers are fresh and plentiful
Time to wash the windows, strip off winter’s forgetfulness
Come to terms and to some kind of truce
March 18 by Margaret James
Khoon Hooi Spring Summer 2015 Collection brings back the joy of spring after the cold winter. Inspired by March 18, Khoon Hooi wanted a collection that brings out hope and peace.
This season, Khoon Hooi incorporates spring elements such as the hummingbird, flowers and the pastel colours of the sky into his collection. Bright and cheerful, the collection brings out a certain darkness that evokes a sense of sophistication.
Lilac, sky, mint and pink – the collection features soft pastels of a dreamy garden, radiating youthful colour palettes. Three-dimensional side draped skirts and oversized jackets with scallop details, inspired by the wings of a hummingbird, that can be seen at the necklines, lapels and hems, are carefully constructed to form unique silhouettes.
Oversized textured cotton and taffeta jackets are worn over soft satin tops, with asymmetrical cuts and wings at the back, paired with wide straight cut pants and handkerchief skirts – the loose and relaxed look is functional, stylish and comfortable.
The bell-shaped volume skirts and exaggerated sleeves enhance the boldness of the whole laid-back attitude, while silk taffeta and floral silk jacquard, encased with a layer of netting, give strong, structural volume.
Delicately embroidered hummingbirds are also embellished with incandescent beads, layered with fine nettings and laces to illustrate freedom and fantasy. Feathers in the seams and tassels bring out dramatic movement into the collection, while retaining the sleek look Khoon Hooi is recognised for.
New accessories embodies the grace of a hummingbird, with the mix of soft colour-blocking feathers, beads and pearls, contrasting against the bold, brassy gold chains.
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