Sonia by Sonia Rykiel’s confident Parisian street girl struck a particularly sporty pose for spring in looks that paired the line’s signature knits and trompe l’oeil effects with athletic references such as sports jerseys and track pants. The design team’s jarring combinations of hot pink and black or lime green were meant to be defiant, but they weakened the lineup’s usual charm, which was most evident in the more whimsical styles, including a sweater with a green banana detail worn with a loose printed skirt. Going forward, the collection will be overseen by Sonia Rykiel’s new artistic director, Julie de Libran. It will be interesting to see how she defines it.
Collection Gallery
24 Photos