Vlademar Iódice Fall 2008 – “Graffiti – Street Art”
Brazilian designer Vlademar Iódice’s love for design came from watching his mother hand sew their family’s clothes. Following in his family’s footsteps, he learned the technical aspects of creating and producing clothes. He launched his label in 1987 and created a trademark with his last name. Vlademar is personally involved in every step while creating his designs. He explains that his creativity and inspiration is nurtured by whatever surrounds him. The Iódice woman is described as strong, loving of self─and aware she is loved─extremely feminine and confident, and well-traveled. However, she doesn’t forget her roots. Vlademar has a unique way of interpreting femininity through his designs, and his inspiration comes from his Brazilian way of life. Celebrities like Linsday Lohan, Mischa Barton, and Victoria Beckham have been spotted wearing his designs.
Iódice’s fall 2008 collection, titled “Graffiti – Street Art” is glamorous and sexy. The clothes are perfect for the sophisticated lady with a hot body and are tailor-made for clubbing. What better place to show off this style than on the New York runway!
His sizzling collection includes an array of black leather and black patent leather jackets, and trench coats topping micro-mini skirts. His signature molded sleeves and draping off-the-shoulder style define who can actually pull off the Iódice style—somewhat reminiscent of the iconic 80s pop stars.
Other notable pieces were minidresses swirled with black short pleated dresses with wide black belts at the waist, and necklines embellished with zippers and wide lapels, all styled with black leather gloves and platform heels. Though the running color scheme was black, mustard and pink shone through as accents throughout the collection. The mustard fleece
vest was a unique accessory to an all black jumpsuit, and sleeveless and off-shoulder shimmering dresses in silver and pink helped to reinforce that 80s feel. As a fan of rich colors, I appreciated the navy, caped, zipped up dress. Black dresses with accents of color were another favorite.
To learn more about Iódice, visit www.iodice.com.br.
By Kaylene Peoples
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