The 80s seemed to take fashion to over-the-top-heights, and this fabulous jacket by the Italian designer Krizia is a glorious example. I paired it with black velvet pants - part of a suit by St John. St John tends to be a bit staid for my taste, but when styled correctly, their pieces can be really fun. These pants have a wonderful peek-a-boo ruffle in the back (as does the jacket). I often separate sets to make them contemporary. The 40s ribbon taffeta peplum is a good transition between the jacket and pants, and balances the amazing hat by a past well known Albuquerque milliner, Paula. Shape and how it translates two-dimensionally is the inspiration for a lot of my photo-styling.
