The label's Spring 2013 collection is loyal to the same principle, yet separates are increasingly refined. There may be an excessive complexity to the garments - a fleeting glance at each outfit is not sufficient to absorb it all - but every separate embodies its own charming properties.
Hartig's collection encompasses a decent variety of prints. A blue-and-yellow tartan print coat has much potential, as does the intriguing green top underneath. In the same look, dainty floral trousers with a Japanese air have a good combination of fit and slouch.
A sleeveless shift dress printed with graffiti-style mists of bright color hits a sweet spot; styled well, it veers towards cute rather than corny.
The stand-out: bias-cut dresses in diaphanous fabrics are beautiful in vintage-inspired floral and polka-dot prints.
My main regret is the styling in the collection's presentation. Neon hairpieces distracted from the clothing, which provided enough substance by itself.
However, translucent printed socks paired with ankle-strap stilettos was an endearing touch.
Libertine's complex mix-and-match aesthetic is evolving. If Hartig focuses on editing down his designs, he can present collections that are more successful, without having to stray from his style.
View the collection in its entirety here.
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