ADINKRA 2.0 2014 Capsule Collection
"Great style should be available in all sizes because fabulous, fierce, kick-ass women come in all sizes!"
Rue 114 is inspired by and created for women who believe that every shape and size should be celebrated as beautiful. This season, Rue 114 is proud to present its capsule 2014 collection, Adinkra 2.0. We chose to explore a more subtle color palette - using unconventional fabrics and intricate laser cut-out techniques to present our vision of modern fashion inspired by Africa. Our goal with this presentation is to present a versatile ready-to-wear collection that is sophisticated, daring and fresh while referencing the aesthetics of traditional design. The 2014 capsule collection utilizes Ghanaian symbols, called Adinkra to present our vision for the season. Adinkra symbols are utilized heavily in traditional wax prints and woven kente fabrics. Each Adinkra symbol has a specific meaning/ representation.* We have chosen to use modern laser-cutting, burn-out, and appliquÊ techniques to treat non-traditional fabrics, thereby melding tradition with innovation. About the Brand In January of 2012, Serwah Asante launched Rue 114 as a platform upon which to celebrate beauty and style at all sizes. Inspiration for the Rue 114 brand is deeply informed by the designer’s Ghanaian roots, New York City upbringing, and eternal love of travel. Each collection is born of the global perspective and responds to the call of what today's woman; whether in Laos, Lagos, or Los Angeles; needs to be edgy, unique, powerful, and always feminine. * More information on Adinkra symbols may be found at the end of the look book
Look 1 Prim n Proper Chiffon Blouse in CafĂŠ au Lait
Tea Time Skirt in Perfectly Plastic Organza Mini Skirt in Onyx
Look 2 Prim n Proper Chiffon Blouse in Chartreuse Organza Mini Skirt in Pearl “Gye Nyame” Belt in Rose Gold/ Blush
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Look 3 Asymmetrical Grunge Tank in Chartreuse Adinkra Cut-Out Rocker Pants in Molten Bronze
Look 4
Asymmetrical Grunge Tank in Café au Lait Adinkra Cut-Out Rocker Pants in Onyx “Gye Nyame” Belt in Rose Gold/ Onyx
Look 5
Asymmetrical Grunge Tank in Chartreuse Adinkra Cut-Out High-Waist Shorts in Pebbled Suede
Look 6 Asymmetrical Grunge Tank in Chartreuse Adinkra Cut-Out High-Waist Shorts in Onyx
Look 7 Print vs. Sheer Rugby Crop Top in Wine Lover Print vs. Sheer Rugby Pencil Skirt in Wine Lover Print vs. Sheer Rugby Crop Top in Fresh Foliage (olive) Print vs. Sheer Rugby Pencil Skirt in Fresh Foliage (olive)
Look 8
Club Serengeti Crop Top in Metallic Zebra Club Serengeti Pencil Skirt in Metallic Zebra
Look 9 Lace & Plastic Peplum Top in African Print Combo Peeak-a-boo Lace Pencil Skirt in Vintage Peach
Look 10
Lace & Plastic Peplum Top in Camel Zebra Striped Lace Pencil Skirt in Onyx/ Camel “Gye Nyame” Belt In Rose Gold/ Onyx
Look 11 Mullet Crop Top in Pebbled Suede High-Waist Swing Skirt in Pebbled Suede Mullet Crop Top in Pebbled Onyx High-Waist Swing Skirt in Pebbled Onyx
Look 12
Adinkra 2.0 Blazer in Perfectly Plastic Asymmetrical Grunge Tank in Café au Lait The Classic Pencil Skirt In Bronze Kissed (also available in Onyx, 80’s Pop Pink, Ocean Teal, Pressed Olive & Maui Floral Print)
Look 13 Adinkra 2.0 Pencil Dress (with gold foil Adinkra print detail) in Onyx/ Gold Available in Onyx (shown), 80’s Pop Pink, Ocean Teal, Pressed Olive (all with gold foil detailing)
Look 14 Adinkra 1.0 Pencil Dress in Onyx
“Gye Nyame” Belt in Rose-Gold/ Blush (front view)
Look 15 Plastic & Lace Bustiere (with Shoulder Epaulettes) in Sand Dune Adinkra Cut-Out Pencil Skirt in Onyx
Look 16 Adinkra 1.0 Pencil Dress in Sand Dune
Adinkra 2.0 Blazer in Perfectly Plastic
Available Color Options Not Shown in Look Book
Maui Floral Print
Pressed Olive
80s Pop Pink
Ocean Teal
Size Chart
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