In 2009 Henry Holland cited Beverly Hills, 90210 as the inspiration behind his Spring 2009 collection, this Fall it appears as if the cult classic 'Slums of Beverly Hills' has been the inspiration, with Henry Holland's collection echoing the rust and maroon palettes of the costumes; whilst his video campaign mirrors the humour and coming - of - age feel of the Beverly Hills film.
The ironic 70s - 80s feel instantly reminded me of Electric Youth - the up and coming Toronto duo as opposed to the Debbie Gibson album their name is derivative of. Their single 'Faces' is below and is totally a tune you could imagine accompanying Henry Holland's catwalk shows.
I also had to go digging around the depths of the internet as soon as I saw the Henry Holland film as to me it had a synonymous feel and attitude to a Mila Jovovich shoot for Singapore's Harpers Bazaar. Ultimately the pictures allude to a plasticised, robotic society a la Stepford Wives; with the setting of the diner providing a fun and frisky undercurrent. After all we've been sexing up John Hughes films long before Kelis' 'Milshake' video appeared.
The result of Henry Holland's video, The Slums of Beverly Hills, Electric Youth's track and Mila Jovovich's shoot is an ironic, pun ridden, fun vintage vibe. They all offer the perfect escapism on a rainy day. In the midst of all the craziness and drama of Fashion week and the pervasive English cold it's good to be reminded fashion should be fun.
