Rejina Pyo Makes a Splash During LFW SS22 Show
- Amber Louise
- Sep 24, 2021
- 3 min read
Opening to a dive sequence by divers Robyn Birch, Josie Zilling, and Emily Martin from the GB Olympic team, Rejina Pyo sure knew how to make an impact. Her London Fashion Week (LFW) spring/summer 2022 show, set at the dive tank at the London Aquatics Centre, was fresh, playful, and splashy. The pinks and oranges featured in the divers’ suits gave just the right amount of foreshadowing for the colour palette to come, without revealing the true nature of the collection.
As soon as the divers had completed their sequences, the show was off to an impressive start. The first look, a bright green lacy knitted long sleeve, paired with light pink bikini bottoms, an orange sheer shirt tied around the waist, and a pair of banana yellow flip-flops, popped against the bright white pool deck. Subsequently, the mix of colours continued, with pops of green, orange, and bubble-gum pink featured in an abundance of knit and sheer fabrics. Continuing with the ‘day at the pool’ theme, Pyo designed one-pieces and bikini tops perfect for layering under breezy short-sleeved shirts and strappy skirts.
As the show continued, string ‘flossing’ elements added a sexy elegance to every garment, from bathing suit tops to dresses and everything in between. Fashion flossing, a major trend for SS22, can only be described as strappy details added to a wide variety of garments to embellish and show skin in a new way.
Bright and airy pieces were accompanied by an array of incredible accessories. The straw totes caught my eye, bringing yet another texture that worked wonderfully against the sheer fabrics. Another honourable mention was the mini leather shoulder bags with twisted handles in mint and cream. 90’s inspired shoulder bags came in a variety of styles and colours. Some were solid colours, while others were transparent or printed with photographs. Lastly, the totes with rolled and folded top details elaborated on the casual summer concept.
Complementing every outfit were colourful flip-flops, chunky sandals, and clogs. Although they were sometimes lost in the grandeur of the clothing, Pyo found a way to make them shine, especially the yellow flower-printed clogs, fluffy flip-flops, and zebra-printed slip-ons.
Similar to the shoulder bags were dresses and tees printed with photographs of street lights and cities. Sweater vests were knitted with the same designs, bringing a unique and colourful look to more classic silhouettes. That being said, Pyo didn’t hold back when it came to patterns. She used an abundance of colours as she designed pieces with brown, yellow and purple stripes and scene-printed fabrics with purples, browns and creams. Although it sounds like almost too much, it worked in the most understated ways so as to not overstimulate the admirer.
As the show developed, I couldn’t help but notice that the bold multi-coloured looks had begun to diminish, as neutral-toned jackets and trousers were added into the mix, taking over towards the end of the show. Instead of the dainty fabrics and silhouettes, a more structured look took shape with trench coats, denim pieces, and blazers filtered into the collection. Even though they were thicker fabrics, they still connected perfectly with the theme of the show. Spring/summer casual suiting is always a good thing in my books. The final look was a net dress bedazzled with rhinestones and complemented by black fluffy flip-flops. It took my breath away, hugging the model’s frame and dancing in the light.
The finale began as the models took to the pool deck and walked around the dive tank, up to the diving boards. As the divers lept into the water, the audience was in awe. Regina Pyo had done it again.
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