Alexander Wang's new studio in Tribeca.
Designer and his muse, Kate Moss.
Photo taken by Juergen Teller
Alexander Wang will debut 5 styles from his new shoe line in Fall '08.
Lots of developments this year for 24-year old San Francisco native, Alexander Wang. An Ecco Domani Fashion Foundation Award, a CFDA Swarovski nomination for womenswear and being one of the top 10 finalists vying for the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund. This Fall season is crucial as all eyes are on him from buyers, editors and most importantly consumers. Wang revealed to WWD about two product launches for the upcoming season. A new shoe collection and a lower priced diffusion label, T by Alexander Wang. The t-shirt line is all about cotton basics and will feature 12 styles from tanks to t-shirt dresses.
"Wang’s footwear, on the other hand, is aggressively sexy. There are five styles, each a variation on the platform sandal. “Everyone’s been doing an open-toe,” says Wang. “I added the thong to give a fresh perspective and make it more provocative. The thong between your toes, it draws your attention to that area.” Priced at $125 to $250 wholesale, the collection ranges from a perforated leather bootie to a heel topped with fringe. Wang even tossed in a few tough-chic fetish references, courtesy of actual body-piercing rings he’s used as hardware. The inspiration here? The shoes were designed as a contrast to his upcoming spring lineup, which he promises will be a marked departure from past collections. Instead of a grungy attitude and a focus on separates, there will be lots of color and dresses, underscored by an athletic-meets-“Miami Vice” vibe influenced by two recent trips to the sunny city. " - WWD
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