With a vision that goes beyond imagination, the innovative show
producer presented a two-tiered outdoor catwalk, which spanned over
150 metres across the first floor of the symbolic tower. Models led by
Jessica Minh Anh catwalked through the iconic corridor surrounding the
tower before appearing in front of 150 exclusive guests. To enhance
the experience, Jessica Minh Anh made full use of the tower’s brand
new feature as models stepped on the thrilling glass floor at the end
of the catwalk. The panoramic views of Trocadero, Champs de Mars, and
over 100 exquisite designs from Europe, Asia, and America were
strategically captured for live audiences worldwide. “It was
definitely a historic moment. Another flawless presentation by Miss
Anh” said Alan Williams, UPS’ front man, who also attended Jessica’s
famous Tower Bridge catwalk in London in 2011.
Similar to
Jessica’s previous unconventional catwalks, J Autumn Fashion Show 2014
combined art, culture, architecture, and fashion. Participating brands
embrace tradition, yet experiment various techniques of modern
designs.
Bahraini powerhouse Dar Naseem AlAndalos opened J Autumn Fashion Show
2014 with a French fusion collection. Emphasizing on fashion-forward
detailing, the mother-daughter team told the story of luxurious
Parisian women through their fifteen elegant long tailed dresses. The
show continued with another representative from the Middle East, Saudi
Arabian brand OM Fiore, who blended Arab embroidery threads into
European fabrics. Thanks to the artistic touch by designer Omaymah
Azzouz, the brand successfully premiered a modern Abaya collection,
which mixed warm summery colours with darker tones of autumn and
winter.
Next in line was Indian talent Shilpa Reddy, who brought edge
to the grand catwalk with bold colours, well-formed structure, and
distinctive cuts. The most significant look inside the collection,
worn by Jessica Minh Anh, combined a fitted military inspired blazer
with sharply padded shoulders and royal-styled trousers. It stood out
as a statement for strong independent women in the ever-evolving
today’s world. Going back to classic, Danish brand Soul Made Faroe
Islands presented an authentic knitwear collection inspired by Nordic
heritage. Debaj from Qatar further beautified the catwalk with
Parisian floral art embroidered on finest organza and chic velvet.
All
the way from Canada, Sho Sho Esquiro added Native American vibe to the
catwalk with interesting elements such as gold beading, abalone, seal,
carp, and beaver tail. The vibrant 8-piece collection truly reflected
the deep connection between the designer and her land. The surprise
addition to Jessica Minh Anh’s catwalk was the 17-year-old American
talent Kate Walz, whose fabric manipulation techniques sealed her
place in the show. Kate’s collection focused on handcrafted sculpture,
draping, and whimsical detailing, which were highlighted when the
gowns were in motion. “Kate represents the daring new generation who
choose to experiment” said Jessica Minh Anh.
Haute couture designer Hoang Hai closed the show with class and
extravagance. Pushing the creative envelope, the Vietnamese talent
presented a smooth transition from cloud-like elegant dresses with
lace, chiffon, and floral motif, to floor length hand beaded gowns
with transparency and architectural elements. The final masterpiece,
which embodies femininity and radiates modern beauty, was designed
with Jessica Minh Anh as the inspiration. Wearing her Eiffel Tower
inspired hairstyle, the model appeared like a vision in Hoang Hai’s
dream-like white dress and Montblanc’s signature white diamond
bracelet and ring ending the historic catwalk.
The red carpet event welcomed country ambassadors, luxury buyers,
global 2000 company directors, international fashion designers, and
the press. Guests were treated with freshly made Italian breakfast by
Pozzetto before taking their seats at Dyson-heated VIP area. The show
was also supported by Before Beauty Bar, Acanthe-Sol, Lyric Hotel, and
Unexpected from Paris as well as Fridja, Intricate Creations, and
Elite Marking in London.
On her decision to host J Autumn Fashion Show 2014 on the Eiffel
Tower, Jessica Minh Anh said “I see a strong connection between
fashion and the best of locations. The most exquisite designs should
be displayed at architectural masterpieces” She added “Eiffel Tower
represents an artist’s dreams, and inspires their many creations. I
wanted to make those dreams attainable”. She definitely did.
At the incredible speed of three-month preparation per show, Jessica
Minh Anh is set to continue to reach new heights and claim the sky.
Prior to hosting the world’s highest fashion show on the Grand Canyon
Skywalk and America’s most iconic catwalk atop One World Trade Center,
Jessica Minh Anh produced fashion phenomena’s on London’s Tower
Bridge, PETRONAS Twin Towers’ Skybridge, Gardens by the Bay’s Skyway,
and Costa Atlantica’s sundeck among others.
To find out more about Jessica Minh Anh’s previous and upcoming
catwalks, visit www.jmodelmanagement.co.uk and www.facebook.com/jmodelmanagement