Rag Report: Brocade, Embroidery, and Chiffon: Oh my!

Rag Report dives under the covers of fashion publications to rant or rave about all the glossy goodness.

Turkey is the perfect background for Marie Claire’s October issue spread “Turkish Delight.” Model Barbara di Creddo shows off rich brocade jackets, flowing chiffon dresses, embroidery and sequins in front of an opulent Turkish palace.

Photographer Koray Birand captures this brocade Balmain blazer against a beautiful blue Turkish sky at the Çiragan Kempinski Palace. Di Creddo’s pose fits; she seems regal, like a noble woman outside of her palace.

The decorative wrought iron in the background of this photo adds to the grandiose, over the top feel of this spread. The column behind di Creddo elongates her body and its light color makes the black embroidered Dries Van Noten pants stand out.

While a moss-green dress might otherwise blend in, on the steps of the Turkish palace this Dior chiffon dress is luxurious. The architecture and the red flowers are powerful complements.

The images combine luxury and extravagance with its clothing and scenery. Instead of being gaudy, this juxtaposition works. The model looks more like royalty; the clothing looks more detailed. It also makes Turkey look like a wonderful place to travel to!

-Jessica Dysart