"STEPHANE ROLLAND" Haute Couture Autumn Winter 2012 2013 by FashionChannel<br />Stéphane Rolland drew inspiration for his Fall/Winter collection from Finnish architect and furniture designer, Alvar Aalto. Boasting sleek lines and flowing capes, this collection defined both ethereal beauty and exquisite engineering.<br />A parade of floating, chiffon and organza gowns made their way down the catwalk in rich camel, elegant ivory, and lush ruby shades.<br />Daring slits, tiers of soft layers, elaborate ruffles, and provocative cutouts enhanced each creation. Feathers, suede fringe, silicone fur, and polished wooden accessories adorned several pieces and boasted the modern-day art influences Stéphane drew from.<br />This season, Rolland closed his fall/winter 2012/2013 presentation by outfitting stunning Chinese actress Fan Bing Bing in a dramatic white wedding gown dripping in leather fringes, trailing a majestic, and perhaps somewhat lighter train. Still, four attendants in white lab coats awaited this bride at the end of the runway to arrange her train artfully for photos.
