BC Fashion Week Fall 2008: Jacqueline Conoir

RozeMerie Cuevas debuted her Jacqueline Conoir Spring Summer 2009 line to an enthusiastic crowd on the opening night of BC Fashion Week. Having been in the business for more than twenty years, the fashion veteran displayed modern, tailored suits for the conservative woman to boho-chic dresses that left many roaring in applause.

Starting off the show with her business attire, a great contrast to the electro music in the background, Conoir's line of suits were less than impressive. A fellow attendee chimed in and said, "I feel like I could've bought something similar at Reitmans." Reitmans: 1. Jacqueline Conoir: 0.

The line gradually strayed away from the conservative and began to move into metallics and satins. Though a couple pieces sparked applause from the audience, including a silver mini dress that automatically made me think of J.Lo, none of the pieces seemed wearable. And while they may be priced for those within the higher tax bracket, I felt that very few pieces from that section of the show were worth the investment.

The line then moved onto bohemian chic inspired floral dresses, which was definitely my favourite part of the show. The ultra feminine designs were cut in a way that had the fabrics flow beautifully as the models strutted down the runway. Though loose fitting, the cuts complimented their figures perfectly resulting in the girls resembling Greek goddesses (though I'm sure the sexy makeup and styled hair were also factors).

There's no doubting RozeMerie Cuevas' talent. However, I would have liked to have seen more pieces suited towards the season and felt her dresses were the only reflection of the trends we'll be seeing this upcoming spring. Nonetheles, the energy from those in attendance at the Chinese Cultural Centre were a great way to kick off Fashion Week, as well as the entire production itself.

BC Fashion Week will continue its run tonight showcasing the anticipated Spring Summer 2009 line from Jason Matlo. Fashion Week runs until Saturday, September 27th.

Photographs by Duran Cheung.