Doo-Ri Chung is an art buff. Her recent collections have referenced the works of Aubrey Beardsley (Spring) and Sonia Delaunay (Resort), and now it s the contemporary collagist Cecil Touchon s turn for pre-fall. Touchon s graphic influence was evident in the laser-cut geometric punctures on the neck and hemline of a simple black shift, as well as in the blown-up and micro "confetti" prints used throughout the lineup. For the most part, Chung played it safe, sticking with her strong suits (draping, jersey, and that top-selling trenchcoat), although she did tweak her template slightly, cutting a few pieces from a sturdier, bonded jersey that added sculptural appeal. Experimenting with unexpected volumes and shapes worked out well here for Chung: The standout look was an emerald wool topper with a cocoon-ish silhouette and dégradé needle punching, which came over a mixed sequin dress.
