John Rocha Spring/Summer Collection 2012

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Amazonian warrior queens took to the runway in the twilight of Day 2 of London Fashion Week as John Rocha’s Spring/Summer ’12 collection which draws inspiration from as diverse sources as mythical warriors,

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fishing on the Amazon, black lit paintings of Pierre Soulages and the languid tones of Hank Williams, was unveiled. John Rocha’s typically subdued colour palette of blacks,

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off-whites, golds and roses meant that it was texture and structure that took centre-stage.While fluid silk georgette and organza created feminine lines, shimmering crochet bodices, sculpted raffia skirts,

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sheer ruffled dresses added a textured edge, blurring the lines between fierce and feminine and creating a feel of tough romanticism.

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The looks were complete with textured chunky platforms, wire headpieces and textured and super-long messy braids.





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