TREND SETTER

I have been so excited about our Ronaldus Shamask archive.  These designs were all made in the 1980s and most are the actual prototypes that earned Shamask both COTY and CFDA awards in 1981 and 1987, respectfully.  What I find particularly fascinating about the collection is how progressive and visionary Shamask's designs display in terms of minimal modernity and architectural sportswear.  You can see from our comparison pictures below that the Shamask aesthetic is certainly reverberating on today's runways:  oversized masculine shirting, pajamas, midriff baring ensembles, asymmetric color blocking, athletic-wear inspired luxe "sweats"....etc.  The list goes on and on.  Shamask is an underdog and deserving of renewed recognition and appreciation as a true innovator of American luxury sportswear.  His clothes come alive so beautifully from hangar to body.  We are having a Shamask moment and so should you.  You can buy the collection here.
-Cameron

                                    

RONALDUS SHAMASK EXCLUSIVELY AT DECADES.

SHAMASK AND I: FASHION AND REFLECTION

During a Decades event in New York City early this year I wore a black "parachute" dress that Cameron and I found in a vintage fashion expo. The dress had an extraordinary voluminous shape with batwing sleeves and buttons starting on the left shoulder and descending to mid thigh. I was in fashion heaven, not only because I am drawn to dramatic modern shapes but especially because this was Ronaldus Shamask. I had never worn a Shamask piece and I always felt like it was the best kept secret. I wore the dress ignoring NYC freezing weather and had an absolute blast. Little did I know that by wearing this dress, in some way I would attract the fashion gods into bringing more Shamask into my world. Cameron was in talks with Mr. Murray Moss, The Moss in Shamask Moss. He had saved some runway samples from the early 80's and wanted for them to go to young people who would discover and appreciate the brand. Now we have over 55 pieces at Decades, from linen dresses and blouses, the silk two tone dresses with cut out details, kimono style coats, and silk pajama sets featuring his signature snaking seam. These two wool skirt suits feature the hidden seams revealing a color contrast and hidden buttons and side pockets. Ronaldus Shamask is and expert of stitching, which often involves minimal seams and a flow that naturally complements the human form. He is inspired by origami and architecture. As fashion is rewritten everyday, it is very important to know who the pioneers were. And it is also important to look and feel good. In Shamask you will experience that and the absolute feeling of being a fashion insider. 

-Eri 

Ronaldus Shamask wool skirt suit in red, Fall 1981, 
Modern size 4.  SOLD
Ronaldus Shamask wool skirt suit in black, Fall 1981. 
Modern size 4.  SOLD

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SAIL AWAY

Once again, Decades is stopping traffic with our latest window designed by Jeff Snyder and "Dukes of Melrose" star Jarred Cairns.  We are honored to have received the archive of Ronaldus Shamask from his early 1980s collections with business partner Murray Moss.  Pieces below are part of the Amsterdam born Shamask's COTY Award Winning collection from 1981.  Shamask may not be the most familiar name to our clients, but I remember selling his designs at Theodore around 1987 when he won the CFDA award.  Shamask's aesthetic is extremely architectural with brilliant seaming that makes what at first glance appear to be simple but is really very sophisticated.  His fabrics are the finest natural linens and silks and although these pieces are nearly 30 years old, they are incredibly directional and modern.  Come visit us at Decades or take a peak at some of his linen pieces on our E-commerce site.

-Cameron

Shamask Original archive now available at DECADES

For additional information, please email blog@decadesinc.com or call + 1 323 655-1960. You may also visit us in person at Decades 8214 Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles, California. Please reference the description above, if calling or emailing.