Let’s get the obvious catchphrase references out of the way. Yes, Siriano’s debut show was “fierce.” No, it was not “a hot tranny mess.” It was a surprise to discover that there’s more to the “Project Runway” season four winner than snappy sound bites and a crazy coiffure. Actually, his collection was equal parts romantic and edgy. His sheer organza trenches and blouses were punched up with neon-hued piping, while a simple cotton blouse came with prettily spliced sleeves. And Siriano wisely kept his palette subdued, because it played up his technical skill in creating intriguing texture, whether via ruching, ruffles, banding effects or allover petals à la Rodarte.
