AW Fashion – Bassano’s Enchanting Escapism
All Woman, Fashion
December 2, 2018

AW Fashion – Bassano’s Enchanting Escapism

Trinbogonian Stephen Bassano is a graduate of the University of Trinidad and Tobago with a BFA in Fashion Design. Bassano’s eclectic designs and non-conformist attitude to trends secured a spot in the finals of season six — Mission Catwalk Celebrity Edition.

The collection presented by Bassano appeared to reference Nepalese-American fashion designer Prabal Gurung. The collection, titled Escapism, featured pungent pastel hues and gave ‘moveable art’ a new meaning; ie, abstract prismatic brush strokes on select dresses.

Peeks of skin and asymmetry on silk chartreuse dresses, dainty chiffon stripes and bold monochromatic hues were but a few of the show’s memorable highlights. Plus, helium balloons, subtle tulle explosions, and the occasional floor-grazing moment.

To the soundtrack of Fergie – Enchanté (Carine) ft Axl Jack, All Woman: Fashion presents Escapism by Stephen Bassano.

The hands-on designer madelast-minute adjustments to afrothy yellow gown worn byAnnecia Morgan before sendingit down the runway.(Photos: Karl McLarty)
The hands-on designer madelast-minute adjustments to afrothy yellow gown worn byAnnecia Morgan before sendingit down the runway.(Photos: Karl McLarty)
A poet sleeve definitely made fora trendy piece.
Before making her runway appearance (see inset), Donyalee Pusey paused for a breather backstage.
Bell sleeves and a flashof colour added a secondand third dimension to thispantsuit, tied together by atulle bow.
Davia Hines practised herstrut in a fuchsia silk pantand matching asymmetricalwaterfall blouse.
Davia Hines on the runway
The poufy tulle skirtcomplemented a boxy canaryshift worn by Annecia Morgan.
Latesha Reid sashayed in acolourful shift from the Escapismcollection.
Chartreuse has made a welcomereturn as seen on model Jaden-Lee Skyers.
A poet sleeve definitely made fora trendy piece.
Aiysha Hemmings rocked acerulean satin shift with frontflap details.
Delicate chiffon stripes amplifiedthe movement of this layeredmaxi skirt.
Adding asatin capeupped thesophisticationante to a littleblack dress.
A crisp white suit with a peek-aboomidriff and lower-leg detail:flattering on any figure.
A crisp white suit with a peek-aboomidriff and lower-leg detail:flattering on any figure.

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