From the Runway

Los Angeles-based fashion designer and celebrity stylist Margi Kent reentered into the high-end market with the debut of her Fall ’09 collection. Taking time out to focus on personal styling services, Kent’s latest assignment (dressing Stevie Nick’s for the Fleetwood Mac World Tour) has allowed her current line to flourish in custom bridal wear, cocktail and evening gowns.

“Pulling back from large retailers has allowed me to explore what I love best, fashion as conceptual art and to create couture pieces in a studio setting,” says Kent. “The new sensibility forged during this period has had a major impact on the collection.” 

The Rock N’ Roll Doctor, a name acclaimed from her skill to repair any fashion mishap, continues to draw inspiration from a love of sculpture and architecture. Working closely with celebrities like Meryl Streep, Demi Moore, Mariah Carey and Neil Diamond, Kent’s designs wed pleasure with intellect, while strongly supporting the importance of inner beauty.

“Stars must stay true to themselves and wear things that express who they are, while keeping a silhouette that fits their body type,” states Kent. “They should never let the clothes wear them. It’s important to acknowledge the current trends, but do not give in completely. The end result is an image that is classic, individual and therefore timeless.”

- Jessica Krznaric, Online Fashion Editor

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