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Glamping–the term that was used backstage at Dsquared2 for SS10. For those who don’t know, glamping is the abbreviated version of “glamorous camping”. Picturing glamazons in 5-inch heels, jorts and trucker hats? That’s exactly what the Caten twins gave us; and that’s exactly what we’d expect, if ever asked to “rough it” in the backwoods with the design duo. 

In learning that Dan & Dean Caten covered half of their collection in plastic, I couldn’t help but think of the plastic-covered furniture currently in my grandparents’ home–but, in vieweing the uber-chic collection, the reference was soon forgotten. The clothes are great and–at least you know–if you ever drop something on yourself, it will just slip right off.

For me, a favorite within the collection were the denim pants that were dipped in a yellow latex paint at the bottom and that faded into original denim towards the top. Each girl was sent down the runway in a pair of geek-to-chic frames and either a fisherman’s hat or a trucker cap, each of which added to the camper-esque feel. As for evening wear, silk and chiffon dresses were kidnapped in plastic, which I think–quite honestly–made them look even more phenomenal. This collection was a much-needed bright spot, likely in response to the recession. Thank you, Dsquared2 boys, for having the ability to bring fun to every fashionista’s wardrobe.

Images via style.com