Carlos Miele Fall 2012: Exotic Silhouettes and Bright Prints

Carlos Miele was inspired by traditional gaúchas (cowgirls) of Rio Grande do Sul as well as the culture in general of Southern Brazil. For his Fall 2012 collection he reinterpreted the free lifestyle and natural elegance of these country women for a cosmopolitan audience. Miele wanted to capture the sensation of freedom one imagines the gaúcha  feels when she is riding horses or walking through the fields of the boundless Brazilian pampas-- a tradition of beauty in motion.

Each season there is so much infusion of Latin culture and spice. Carlos is known for his use of bright colors and flowing prints that capture the exotic nature of his native country Brazil. This season in particular he's really outdone himself with exotic silhouettes and fantastically bright prints.
 For the Fall 2012 collection the patterns of traditional gaúcho sashes and ponchos inspired Miele's geometric prints; the gold and natural tones echo the rich natural landscape; and the organic print makes reference to the native feline, gato dos pampas. The collection emphasizes sleek silhouttes that highlight the female form. Handicraft techniques such as woven tiras, metal embroidery, and overlays of different fabrics work together to create refined volumes and tridimensional textures. Hats and sashes worn throughout the collection are those of authentic gaúchas. 

My favorite look was the below gradual blue print pleated silk charmeuse gown with black underlay. This gown reminds me of a water painting in motion.

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Carlos Miele SS12 Fashion Show: Digital Prints

Two exotic models with slicked back hair walking side by side dressed in futuristic prints opened the Carlos Miele Spring/Summer 2012 fashion show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. 

The collection was very reminiscent of what I imagine high society in the Brazil would wear. Rich in fabrics like silks and chiffons the clothes flowed down the runway as if the fabric had been choreographed to do so. Colors were as vibrant as you can imagine with vivid corals, bright whites, tangerine, turquoise and jade being the most prominent colors. Deep cuts were a signature statement in this collection ranging form plunging necklines to strategically cut skirts to show just the right amount of leg.

I was completely enamored by the bright coral jumper with the deep neckline and golden belt. If I ever travel to Brazil that’s exactly what I would wear paired with my big signature floppy hat and over-sized sunglasses. Amor!