Frolov (Q4089)

A young designer to watch out for in Ukraine is Ivan Frolov. Like more established Ukrainian names, such as Lilia Litkovskaya, Frolov knows how to create an exciting show atmosphere. This season, he enlisted a boys’ church choir, theming the clothing around love and religion. (In fact, he titled the show For Love, a play on his label name.) Red was the dominant color of the setting and the clothing. It was innocent in some cases, such as on the choirboys’ red sashes. But in the collection itself, the color took on a more sinister feeling. One standout was a green and gold coat with a papal robe silhouette; it had a peek of red around the collar, which lent it a slightly devilish note.Frolov knows how to create a hit item at a decent price point, a quality that is distinguishing him from his Ukrainian peers. His sweatshirts were a great example: A black hoodie featured an illustration of clasped hands and the words “For Love” on the chest, plus a violet brocade hood. Outside of Eastern Europe, he’s already known for his lingerie, which often boasts intricate multi-straps and fine embroidery. According to the designer, the underpinnings will be available at Opening Ceremony within the next few months. Rumor also has it that some celebrities have called in his slinky gold slip dresses from last season.