Tibi, a contemporary collection designed by Georgia born Amy Smilovic was launched in 1997 when she moved to Asia with her husband. There she met American Octavia Hyland who's grandmother was named Tibi. The two worked closely together on textiles and managed to sell a small capsule collection. Shortly after, stores in the US asked how they could get their hands on their vividly colored, patterned styles.
Colors: nude, white, black, bright orange, camel, brown, purple, tobacco.
Materials: cashmere, poplin, leather, ponte, linen, suede, crochet, silk, chiffon
Loved Looks
"Spring is about beauty and classics with a thoroughly modern twist and styles that are simple with ease" says Tibi designer Amy Smilovic. The jumpsuits in this collection were among looks I loved in this collection, especially the tobacco colored one with the brown leather detailed trim. The cow printed flat oxfords will shine in department and online store, as well as the sexy applique cut out dress.
Unloved Looks
Jamar says: I literally gasped when I seen the large paisley print dresses and separates, not so cool.
Amber says: Ha, I can totally picture you in mid-dramatic gasp.
Music
People and Scene
Tibi was a show that we all kind of know what to expect from; feminine, wearable, and of course stylish. This reflected in its attendees, you could tell they were faithful to the Tibi aesthetic, yet one attendee you wouldn't think would live up to or in Tibi at all was Olivia Paleremo from MTV's The City. She graced their front row causing a stir of emotions for the shows devoted fans, giving the show some youthful cred.
By Jamar Graham for Fashion Funhouse Emporium. Jamar attended New York's Parsons School of Design. He's worked for leader in trend and industry analysis, WGSN and as a stylist assistant. Currently runs his own blog called Treated Material. He is also launching his own clothing line to be announced soon.
