Dawn Han – Fall 2012 – Sleek Gothic

For once, black was in great debate this season, due to all of the color Fall has brought with it. But Dawn Han’s Fall 2012 collection retouches New York’s timeless idea of all black for all occasions, and adds to it a new sense of pride. “This collection is 1930s meets military meets menswear. When I get behind a vision, it’s always a mixed basket of ideas,” Han explained. With multiple drawings on the table, Han tamed each one into a strong collection that visibly flowed. And when asked why the choice to remain loyal to black, Han simply stated, “It’s just easier for me to work with. And I love it.” In the past, critics have slammed the lack of color in collections, calling it a safe zone and tired, but Han presented a collection was not only liberating and innovative, but far from boring.

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story by Landon Peoples
photos by Michael Cinquino
web editor Rachel Reneé

For once, black was in great debate this season, due to all of the color Fall has brought with it. But Dawn Han’s Fall 2012 collection retouches New York’s timeless idea of all black for all occasions, and adds to it a new sense of pride. “This collection is 1930s meets military meets menswear. When I get behind a vision, it’s always a mixed basket of ideas,” Han explained. With multiple drawings on the table, Han tamed each one into a strong collection that visibly flowed. And when asked why the choice to remain loyal to black, Han simply stated, “It’s just easier for me to work with. And I love it.” In the past, critics have slammed the lack of color in collections, calling it a safe zone and tired, but Han presented a collection was not only liberating and innovative, but far from boring. Continue reading “Dawn Han – Fall 2012 – Sleek Gothic”