Karl Lagerfeld showcased Chanel’s spring-summer 2016 haute couture collection in a zen garden set in Paris’ Grand Palais.
The nature-friendly theme easily came through in the aesthetics: a color palette entirely made of neutrals (like ivory, sand, taupe and mocha) & cork platform shoes.
Sporting their hair in “coiled chignons”, the models walked down the unusual runway wearing Chanel's signature tweed with long skirts and rounded shoulders, or evening dresses richly embellished with rhinestones, feathers, flower appliqués and even wood.
A beautiful collection, that unfortunately looks eco-friendly only on the surface.
Written by: Stella & MsD
If you are not that familiar with Giambattista Valli name and aesthetics, just remember that this is the man (we prefer genius) who dressed Rihanna at the 2015 Grammy Awards in a pink explosion of tulle. #iconic
For the spring 2016 couture collection, the Italian designer took inspiration from Paris’s most famous gardens, that is Jardin des Tuileries, Jardin du Luxembourg, Palais-Royal and Parc de Bagatelle. However it is not a secret that Valli has a thing for flowers, but given the outcome I guess that nobody would ever get tired of that.
Once again we are in front of a charming, feminine and romantic collection: despite the heavy use of ruffles, colourful florals embroidery, appliqués and tulle, all the designs showcased an undeniable aura of modernity. On the runway a series of mini-cocktail dresses, empire-waist gowns, Watteau backs and bishop sleeves.
The show ended of course in a dreamy explosion of tulle: Valli’s signature.
Written by: Stella & MsD
The Pavilion Cambon Capucines served the best setting to Ralph & Russo dreamy spring 2016 couture collection.
Tamara Ralph and Michael Russo is what people call “a match made in heaven”: their love for fashion and incredible talent is giving Elie Saab a run for his money when it comes to couture.
The collection was inspired by nature, more specifically by the world of flowers: indeed the designing due did not spare the trimming, as roses, ivy leaves, peonies and tulips made their appearance on most of the dresses, in form of hand-painted, sculpted or appliquéd details.
Models walked down the runway wearing luxurious ball gowns, which presented a delicate allusion to lingerie: silk chiffon night robes and corseted bustier…that is definitely a couture boudoir.
And how would you close such a show?
With a monumental bridal gown (of course) worn by Brazilian top model Isabeli Fontana.
The multi-layered gown featured kimono-like sleeves, a duchess satin bustier and a three-metre train; everything was embroidered with 3D silk and metallic thread-work, silver bullion, silk organza petals, pearls and crystals. An impressive work of art…that required six people to help the model turn around at the end of the runway.
It’s couture, baby.
Written by: Stella & MsD
Last night the iconic Donatella Versace kicked off couture week with a star studded runway show: Rosie Huntington-Whitely, Lara Stone, Mariacarla Boscono, Natasha Poly, Irina Shayk, Joan Smalls and Behati Prinsloo brought their top model’s allure to Atelier Versace spring 2016 couture collection.
As you all know, Versace is never about dreamy princesses, but fierce and sexy women who spark confidence 24/7: and I guess that confidence is what you need to rock this collection.
All the classic old school Versace’s leitmotiv were there: from the cut out to the sheer panels, not forgetting the fitted mini-dresses or the body-con gowns.
However what surprised the audience was the injection of athleticism that most of the pieces evoked: indeed Yasmine Wijnaldum opened the show wearing an optic white bomber and skinny pants, introducing us to a series of mostly white sporty yet modern looks with neon accents in yellow and orange. Definitely a reminder of the successful urban glam direction showcased with the previous ready to wear collection.
Donatella experimented with geometries both in shapes and graphic, and she spiced up many tuxedos, suits and dresses by adding provocative cut outs (of course) and Swarovski ropes, the real signature of this collection.
As you all know, Versace is never about dreamy princesses, but fierce and sexy women who spark confidence 24/7: and I guess that confidence is what you need to rock this collection.
All the classic old school Versace’s leitmotiv were there: from the cut out to the sheer panels, not forgetting the fitted mini-dresses or the body-con gowns.
However what surprised the audience was the injection of athleticism that most of the pieces evoked: indeed Yasmine Wijnaldum opened the show wearing an optic white bomber and skinny pants, introducing us to a series of mostly white sporty yet modern looks with neon accents in yellow and orange. Definitely a reminder of the successful urban glam direction showcased with the previous ready to wear collection.
Donatella experimented with geometries both in shapes and graphic, and she spiced up many tuxedos, suits and dresses by adding provocative cut outs (of course) and Swarovski ropes, the real signature of this collection.
TEB’s review:
Overall we loved many things…but not enough to call this collection a masterpiece.
To be honest we were more fascinated by Versace’s new direction in ready to wear fashion than couture, and not because Donatella cannot give us couture. Aside those beautiful sportswear-inspired pieces and those sheer gowns bejewelled by crystals, the rest of the collection looked a little bit forced.
The rope detailing looked so prominent on few outfits, that it made us question ourselves about the wearability: some dresses would definitely not work in real life, and since we are talking about couture, they would not work on the red carpet.
Too harsh? Well, then take a look at Rita Ora, who was sitting front row wearing one of the couture creations showcased on the runway…
Written by: Stella & MsD
preview picture: source
Website: models.com January 2016
Models: Ajak Deng & Maria Borges
Photographer: Ed Singleton
Fashion Editor: Solange Franklin
Beauty: Laura Stiassni
Nails: Yukie Miyakawa
Nails: Yukie Miyakawa
Hair: Sirsa Ponciano
Written by: MsD
