Peter Pilotto Resort 2013

Solids may be having a moment thus far in what I've seen of Resort 2013, but the print mavens are sticking to what they do best. Peter Pilotto and Christopher De Vos created a masterful collection full of colorful prints juxtaposed on strong silhouettes. Echoing the artistic craftsmanship of stained glass, the prints feel more sophisticated than those of seasons past but do not fail to lend a taste of playfulness to a set of strong looks. Overall, the collection feels quite strong. There is a fine line between unusually tasteful and juvenile, but I believe that Peter Pilotto Resort 2013 has hit the mark. The collection shows tremendous growth from the line's previous designs, and I can only look forward to more.

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Resort 2013 appears to be a revival of women's power dressing with an edgier, feminine twist. The collections I've seen primarily exude strength. These are clothes for the women who above all savor their self-confidence without betraying their personality. The collections are on the whole rather wearable, but for she who does not let the clothes wear her.

Seasons past have incorporated ultra-femme designs that evolved into fierce athleticism. Resort 2013 is drifting towards femininity but in a more feminist manner. Clothing is for the wearer, not the beholder. The Resort 2013 women are the leaders of today and tomorrow.

View the entirety of the Peter Pilotto Resort 2013 collection here.