Welcome to the Big Top — this season Angela Missoni, creative director for M Missoni, looked to the whimsical humor of the circus for inspiration. And the collection was anything but tame. Colors were vibrant and happy, prints were bold and playful, all with a youthful charm.
So how did Missoni translate the wonderful world of the circus? With prints, ruffles and plenty of Lurex, of course. Pierrot clown collars were found on everything from sweet little tops to delicate dresses. Intarsia knit dresses had motifs ranging from trapeze artists to animal pedestals. Stars and swirly stripes decorated skirts and tops, while a Lurex-stripe jumpsuit was reminiscent of a circus tent. It was all fun and kitschy, and sure to appeal to the M Missoni girl who isn’t afraid of standing out in a crowd.