Fall 2010 Review: Altuzarra

Looks from Altuzarra fall 2010. Photo credit: Marcio Madeira

In his third collection under his eponymous label, Joseph Altuzarra articulated an assured, powerful, sexy woman.

Come fall, she'll don sleek black leather--jackets, skirts, dresses and bodysuits. Altuzarra also showed voluminous black fur, deep-red velvet suiting, and lace-up knee-high boots.

High collars, vampy slits, and sharp tailoring gave the collection a menacing quality. The collection solidified Altuzarra's love for body-conscious cuts and edgy design.

While a strong showing, the influences of Givenchy and Gucci-era Tom Ford cannot be ignored. The collection's strongest points were derived from Ford, circa fall 2003.

If Joseph Altuzarra wants to continue his red-hot ascent, he will need to find his own voice.