Gen Art Fresh Faces in Fashion: Christopher Collins

November 3, 6:56 PMSF Fashion ExaminerDino-Ray Ramos

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On October 30, six emerging fashion designers presented collections at Gen Art's 5th Annual Fresh Faces in Fashion event at the Regency Center in San Francisco - this is my take on what was shown...

Photos by Steven Blancaver

The designer: Christopher Collins earned a degree in fashion design and put his stylish eye to work as a visual merchandiser at Neiman Marcus. From there he worked with two distinguished designers in the industry: Tadashi and Dina Bar-el.

The inspiration: Elizabethan texture mixed with mid-century luxury.

Color palette and print: Neutral hues eventually opened up to lush greens and blossoming floral prints.

The positives: An air of sophistication blew through the 15 piece collection. Ruffled collars, knit cardigans and chiffons illustrated powerful femininity.

The negatives: Although beautiful, the collection is fashion centered, not fashion forward. Suitable for the modern woman, not the front row fashion show fashionista.

Overall critique: Perfect for the modest modern woman who knows what looks good on her, not ideal for the ambitious style maven.