Carla Grima Atelier presented her S/S’16 collection, Ophelia, on Wednesday evening at Fort St Angelo. Specializing in digital prints, she creates her patterns through watercolor techniques, photography, and digital technology. Organic inspired silhouettes and experimentation with natural hand-dyed fabrics are what makes this line unique.

An allegory of “turquoise waters, sandy coves, fresh green leaves and the blush of prickly pears,” this collection left much to be admired. Lustrous silky scarlet reds and burnt oranges were the base for intricately organic patterns of teals, blues, browns, and whites, similar to the inside of an Agate stone. Brushstroke patterns danced across washed out whites and bright coral red garments. “Inspired by crystalline forms and the glimmer of shoreline saltpans” this kaleidoscope of colors created a lavishly rich collection.

Loungewear and beachwear styles proved the line practical, chic, and comfortable. Kimono sleeve caped style tops matched the silky lounge pants worn under them. Draped and caped silk tops covered in bright organic patterns closely matched their loose fitting silky lounge pants. A robe set of separates stuck out in a solid luxurious silky scarlet red while white, violet, and shades of berry ombres colored sleeveless dresses and silk trousers. His and hers swimwear sets came out in matching whites with navy and teal brush strokes decorating the fabric.

Ophelia’s lux loungewear, a psychedelic chic set of scientifically experimental colors and relaxed silhouettes were a hit with the crowd at MFWA2016. The touch of that richly dyed silk on your skin in the heat of the summer is enough motivation to keep your eyes on designs by Carla Grima Atelier.

Show review written by Sacha Kinser (Founder of ColorMeCashmere) supported by Pierre Mizzi (LogixCreative team) for #MFWA2016.

A word from the bloggers…

“Kicking off the night at sunset, with views of MSC cruiseliners entering the Grand Harbour in Malta, Ophelia, Carla’s collection, was a colourful array of luxury beachwear with a glamorous, sophisticated edge.” –Grazielle Camilleri

“For this production, Carla Grima weaves an interesting combination of watercolours, photography, and digital technology. Every piece is created using hand dyed natural fabrics that give way to a motley of colours and shades.” –Style in Transit

“Inspired by the Mediterranean summer days of sun, beach and pure fun the collection offered a good selection of colourful and varied pieces that went down well with all attendees.” –Dive Inside

“Her carefully crafted digital designs fall under the new fashion category of luxurious destination wear, so this Ladies and Gentlemen is your go-to holiday attire.” –Pavli

“I’m obsessed with the beach wear and the fluidity of the outfits.” –The Fashion Trend

“So this is what luxurious destination wear looks like! I’m packing already.” –Bibiche