Thanks to Marta B. for pointing out Racked‘s coverage of Leifsdottir’s Fall 2009 presentation last week during Fashion Week here in NYC. Sadly, I did not attend. In fact I am a bad bad Anthropologiette because I didn’t even know that Leifsdottir was actually Anthropologie’s own in-house luxe label. My confusion stems from the fact that Leifsdottir has its own section at Bloomingdales including some items that don’t make it into Anthro stores. I suppose diversifying is key these days.
Says Racked: “Although the official inspiration for the line is the medieval church and monastery of Mont Saint-Michel in France, what actually came through was something more modern, more 18th-century decrepit palais in Paris with a view of the Opéra Garnier. That said, the looks were rich and wearable, as they will actually be stocked at Anthropologie (with high price points) for Fall 2009.”
I am pretty touch-and-go with Leifsdottir. This is a brand that really takes an idea and GOES FOR IT. Sometimes this loud statement is beautiful and sometimes it is a cacophony. That said I think a lot of the items from the presentation are wearable and I’m really happy to hear that they will actually be in-store for Fall 2009.
I picked out my 3 favorite looks to highlight in this post but I also love this look (minus the odd, gravity-defying hat). Which look is your favorite?
UPDATE: Looks like I would have known about Leifsdottir if I’d caught this post by Sophie over at Breakfast At Anthropologie earlier!!
**all photos by Getty Images via the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Leifsdottir page
I totally agree that this brand is hit or miss. There were a very sweaters at anthro. with some obnoxious bows on the front. I also think the price point is out of control. Even at half price, they are making a killing.
I agree with blondmoma. The price point is crazy!! You can find good mark downs at bloomingdales just in case you might be looking to score a few pieces.
Pretty! I like this outfit the best, I think:http://mbfashionweek.com/newyork/fall2009/designers/leifsdottir/14.jpgBut yeah. The prices. Aaaaaack.
I think the Leifsdottir clothes look great in photos, but I just can't picture them out on the street.
Thanks for the link! Didn't know about it.Love this one:http://www.mbfashionweek.com/newyork/fall2009/designers/leifsdottir/8.htmlAnd this one:http://www.mbfashionweek.com/newyork/fall2009/designers/leifsdottir/17.htmlP.S. Can anyone tell me how to embed/hyperlink a link? Can't seem to figure it out. 😛 TIA!
Marta — This may help.