Development by Erica Davies

Davies’ style was all over the place, it is no wonder that the urban gypsy was the theme for this collection. If only the gypsy had followed a less circuitous route in finding her style. The general theme was quite enjoyable. Layers are definitely a big part of the Development story, and these wandering girls are ready for any temperature that fall may bring as climate patterns become more erratic. The soft silk-chiffons are ready for an Indian Summer and a more feminine attitude while the rough wools cover as the temperature drops for a harder and edgier appearance. Feathers, beading, and subtly beautiful prints enhance to the look of this elegant woman from anywhere and everywhere in the world. The metal and granite accents, however, push her hardness too far past gypsy to a fetish rocker look that is completely incongruous with the rest of the collection. The color palate, a grouping of beautiful greens and purples mixed with neutrals from dusty taupe to soft sandy creams, enhanced the exotic gypsy mystique, but also went awry with the use of a bloodlust red that was overly harsh. In general a good collection that, with 45 looks, maybe should have been edited down to truly show the beauty of Developments sultry urban gypsy girl.