The Givenchy collection is a stunning little masterpiece.A tiny capsule of perfection. Each dress wholly unique and completely beautiful. I was slightly taken aback by it. Givenchy is one of those houses, which, much like Dior and Chanel, you have a vague idea that it's collection is going to be very lovely, very elegant, but perhaps not too revolutionary a great deal of the time. However these pieces have proven me quite wrong. I know I have not been following the fashion world for long enough to comment really, but this a truly stunning collection and one that is a testament to the longevity of this house.
Inspired by the traditional Japanese dance art 'butoh', Riccardo Tisci really has managed to take Givenchy to new heights. Butoh is a dance form that typically involves playful and grotesque movements, interpreting taboo subjects with exaggerated movements and a disturbingly slow and focused facial expression. Both beautiful and disturbing, it is perfectly captured in the Givenchy designs.
Each dress from the front appears to be a lovely creation in silk, chiffon and mesh fabrics. All intricately embroidered with Oriental designs. However, as the models turn:
Et Voila! A whole other dress! A fabulous splash of hot colour right across the back. A splendid little shock of luminous silk. How wonderful.
Also - Asian models. I know the theme is Japanese, but to have all-Asian models for a Paris haute couture show is really quite rare. Perhaps it shows the influence of Japanese Vogue and the growing Asian couture sector. Either way, a controversial, and fairly welcomed move. For such a veteran house as well. You have to take the small victories.
Inspired by the traditional Japanese dance art 'butoh', Riccardo Tisci really has managed to take Givenchy to new heights. Butoh is a dance form that typically involves playful and grotesque movements, interpreting taboo subjects with exaggerated movements and a disturbingly slow and focused facial expression. Both beautiful and disturbing, it is perfectly captured in the Givenchy designs.
Each dress from the front appears to be a lovely creation in silk, chiffon and mesh fabrics. All intricately embroidered with Oriental designs. However, as the models turn:
Et Voila! A whole other dress! A fabulous splash of hot colour right across the back. A splendid little shock of luminous silk. How wonderful.
Also - Asian models. I know the theme is Japanese, but to have all-Asian models for a Paris haute couture show is really quite rare. Perhaps it shows the influence of Japanese Vogue and the growing Asian couture sector. Either way, a controversial, and fairly welcomed move. For such a veteran house as well. You have to take the small victories.
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