The English student, one of spring 2005 s biggest fashion influences, achieved apotheosis at the hands of Paul Smith, the designer who s dressed enough young Brits to know. Smith s show saluted "Eton Gods," schoolboys who fancy themselves as rock n roll deities. Chunky ethnic belts with "Appollo" and Zeus picked out in studs underlined the message, but aside from such exotically rough accessories, the modern rock god is a delicate thing. Jackets, shirts, and trousers were noticeably narrowed for a boyish silhouette. The layering of T-shirts, short sleeves, and thin sweaters also had enough of a skinny teen feel that a print of rampant bulls on a blue top felt somehow ironic. Apparently, loyal fans have been wondering where the florals that are such a big part of the Paul Smith story have gone of late. Never fear, they re here! Carnation-printed shirt jackets looked fresh, and there was an orgy of blooms tucked away under all those pinstripes. But the real oomph was reserved for a group of bright jackets embroidered with patterns from Afghan carpets. Now those rocked!
