Pat McDonagh - fall/winter 2001
Brown, winter white, red and black dominate this collection of full textures, leather and transparent fabrics. We see Celtic tweeds in herringbone and dogtooth mixed with sequined plaid chiffons and hand knits in natural yarns. Wool, viscose and silk are the prominent fabrics of the collection. The red and black lace dresses are majestic and solemn, one example of exotic themes left to be interpreted freely. Meticulous filaments have always been a feature of Pat McDonagh’s design aesthetic, and that is just one element of many that render her style timeless. A Canadian pioneer of the “total wardrobe”, Pat McDonagh is here to stay.
Wendy Crewson, who took time out from taping Mimi Leder’s new ABC series “The Beast”, sauntered out in a gold shimmering dress to close the show. She is a strong supporter of Canadian fashion. Thank-you, Wendy.
Renta Robel, Fashion Reporter
Marek Wlazlo, Photographer