Dark Paradise: Christopher Kane Fall/Winter 2014

Christopher Kane, the celebrated London-based designer known for bold, visually thematic collections that range in concept from the scientific to the animalistic, gets down with his dark side this Fall/Winter ’14. Steeped in the shadows, the collection isn’t afraid to wander into slightly sinister territory—in fact, it revels in it, employing floating black sheers, serpentine forms that wind around limbs, and exquisitely layered silk organza.

That isn’t to say that a touch of evil is without color or beauty. With the Lenticular Peony Clutch you’ll find a holographic image of a yellow flower that gives the illusion of blooming with the wearer’s every movement. On the Stretch Metal Rose Printed T-Shirt, printed roses are stretched and distorted beyond recognition, resembling liquid metal more than romantic flora. The dark abyss certainly has its appeal, what with the potential of infinite beauty, and no one would blame you for diving straight in. In the words of Baudelaire, “There is only order and beauty. Luxury, quietness, and pleasure.” 

Shop all Christopher Kane men's and women's Double Square Layered Organza Dress in black Organza Double Layered Flap Shirt in black Stretch Metal Rose Printed Dress in black Stretch Metal Rose Printed T-Shirt in white Ruched Hem Skirt in pink Tulip Printed Sweatshirt in black