Are we in a comic strip? No, just a runway show! Serbian designer and ex-TV host Bosko Jakovljevic opened his show Strip(ed) Soul in a crowded “Master” hall, presenting “3 shows in 1”. The first part of the show marked the eighties, accompained by the music of Duran Duran and David Bowie. The second part attracted special attention, because garments were made out of hand-painted paper, clearly for a very modern man.The third part of the show was quite spicy with coats in all colors, “hanging” tracksuits and sweaters with a large zippers. The collection could be characterized as many things: urban, chic, pop-art style and classic, interesting design, with bright colors. Andy Warhol in a suit, anyone?

One of the most memorable elements during the show was the model’s interesting cartoon speech bubbles, casually shadowing over them as they walked down the runway, with phrases such as “Like me”, “Follow me”, etc. This meshed fashion with the social media age we live in, and it totally worked. You felt like you were in a comic strip after seeing the models sport tailored suits with asymmetrical lines, large scarves, florals and cartoon or comic book prints. Does he recycle these paper suits or what?!

A relief to all audience members: the paper fabric is not as delicate as it may seem: of the models tried to rip his jacket off mid runway and failed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Posted by Nikea Vucetic and photos from the official Serbia Fashion Week.