Mugler's Money Piece

In the past H&M collaborations - dating as far back as the Lanvin, Cavalli, Versace collections, up to the recent Vallli, Erdem and Rocha collections - the item that I'd consider the "money piece" would often be a dress or a gown.

After checking out the full lookbook of the Mugler x H&M collaboration, it seems like a different case.

Yes, they have dresses in the collection, but the item that really caught my eye and interest wasn't that. The star of this collection is a pair of jeans!

This pair has a classic Mugler spin with the mesh detail at the front and back of the pair. This small detail really elevates these jeans to high fashion.

If the prices online are correct, this pair will cost around P9000. Simply put, this piece will really cost money. (Especially for jeans.)

Hall of Fame

Jerry Hall is undoubtedly one of the original "Supermodels."

Back in the 70s, she was one of the most recognised faces around the world. From fashion magazines to catwalks to advertisements to Studio 54, she added glamour to any place she went to. Along with other 70s supermodels like Iman, Lauren Hutton, Gia Carangi, Cheryl Tiegs, Janice Dickinson, they were icons.

The thing about icons is that they remain icons and they never fade away. Just like Jerry Hall.

At 66 years old, she's fronting the campaign for the H&M x Mugler collection!

Despite the more than 40+ year difference from the current crop of models, she can easily give younger models a run(way) for their money.

As H&M x Mugler proves, she's still a fashion force to reckon with.

Outta this world!

True to its alien-esque aesthetic and vibe, the Mugler x H&M collaboration MTV is so visually delightful and conceptually scrumptious!

Looking at the clothes, I'm seeing a lot of very sharp, avant-garde and daring pieces. They're stuff that my sisters won't wear, so I won't be lining up for this collaboration. But in terms of visual impact, it's def 1000%!

And is that Jerry Hall?

It's out of this world. And I"m here for it!

Raise your Mug(ler)

Fast fashion fans are always waiting for the next big collaboration. Particularly those coming from H&M.

It's been pretty quiet since last year's Iris Apfel collaboration. And there hasn't been a big name attached to the brand after Simone Rocha's in 2021.

But that all changed when they announced who they'll be collaborating with this year:

Mugler!

Yes! Thierry Mugler is a designer who's brand wis known for their very avant garde and almost alien-esque aesthetic. When you think of Mugler, you think of silver and black, stark lines and ultra-modern designs. 

Given how this is very different from H&M's wearable, everyday approach to fashion, I'm excited to see how these 2 brands will bring their sensibilities together.