Canadian designer Lucian Matis presented the Fall/Winter 2013 collection MATIS by Lucian Matis, targeted towards the career woman with just a splash of trend. It’s considered an affordable brand ranging in price from $95 to $750. Sizing is available in XS to XL for dresses, casual and dressy tops, suiting, and knitwear to suit all body, age and fashion types.
“I was inspired by the clash of the wild and civilized world. I wanted to bring together the untouched and untamed beauty of the jungles with the stark order of the world of humanity,” explains Matis of his inspiration for Fall/Winter 2013, “I brought together the bright colors of the plants and animals of the Amazon, mixed with the wild patterns and prints; like leopards, feathers, and shimmering forest pools. In contrast, I took civilized and defined patterns like plaid and cable wool to bring a sense of control and power. This collection showcases the fierce and wild Venus whilst simultaneously exhibiting the strength and control of the female virtues.”
Fierce. Strong. Female empowerment themes just like the David Dixon show. Scroll down below for the full gallery for MATIS by Lucian Matis.
Also, watch for the unveiling of the Baileys Irish Cream collaboration with Lucian Matis during World Mastercard Fashion Week on Friday, March 22th, 2013 at One King West. The dress is made from the glass of Baileys Irish Cream bottles. Can’t wait to see it!
The dress made from the glass of Baileys Irish Cream bottles will debut on March 22, 2013.
Watch the behind the scenes video on the making of the glass dress.
Baileys® Canada: Lucian Matis | Behind the Scenes from Baileys Canada on Vimeo.
ABOUT LUCIAN MATIS
Romanian-born, Toronto-based fashion designer Lucian Matis began designing at a very early age. Prior to moving to Canada in 1999, Matis studied art at the Sibiu Art Institute in Transylvania. Matis graduated in 2003 from Ryerson University’s esteemed Fashion Design Program where he received multiple awards. His first professional collection was presented at L’Oreal Fashion Week for Fall/Winter 2007.
Matis gained national attention and a vast fan base through his participation on the first season of Slice Network’s Project Runway Canada. He has since been featured in several in-depth profiles on Fashion Television, eTalk, ET Canada, Breakfast Television, CityLine, Marilyn Dennis, Global News, CBC, and more. His work has graced the pages and covers of numerous national and international publications, including FASHION, FLARE, ELLE Canada, Globe & Mail, Toronto Star, National Post, and Women’s Wear Daily.
His designs have been worn by numerous internationally renowned celebrities, including Nelly Furtado, Sarah Gadon, Andrea Martin, Mia Martina, Coco Rocha, Petra Nemkova, just to name a few. Lucian Matis is available through custom orders through www.lucianmatis.com.
For more information visit including where to buy across 70 stores in North America www.matisbylucianmatis.com
Some notable tweets from the show:
Exaggerated tweed pleated skirt from #MATIS @lucianMatis I'm in love. pic.twitter.com/NCNsDvZRfu
— Julio Reyes (@Fashionights) March 20, 2013
Plaid finale gown at MATIS by @lucianmatis #wmcfw @ World MasterCard Fashion Week http://t.co/6Vm3pLgt7k
— Alexander Liang (@KENTONmagazine) March 20, 2013
Prints Please! Matis by @lucianmatis dazzles on the #wmcfw runway pic.twitter.com/o7BXLUD6m4
— WMCFW (@WMCFashionWeek) March 20, 2013
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