Giambattista Valli whisked us away to a realm of ethereal beauty with his Fall/Winter 2024 Haute Couture collection. Inspired by his travels to Jaipur, India, the show wasn’t just about replicating the vibrant culture, but rather a “surreal conversation” between artistic influences.
Valli envisioned a dialogue between the timeless grace of Botticelli’s Renaissance paintings and the intricate details of Mughal miniatures. This artistic fusion translated into breathtaking gowns, where delicate tulle and chiffon layers flowed like blossoming flowers. Imagine soft, billowing fabrics adorned with bouquets printed like dreamlike shadows, or petals peeking through layers of georgette, as if dancing in a gentle breeze.
The designer, a maestro of sculpting volumes through draping, didn’t disappoint. This collection showcased his signature technique in a symphony of airy shapes and colors, reminiscent of musical notes. The runway presentation further heightened the sensory experience with live Indian music, a deliberate attempt, Valli explains, to “bring us up to a different frequency.”
Flowers, the embodiment of botanical beauty, were central to the collection. Inspired by the “abundance of floral garlands” adorning Indian temples, Valli incorporated blooms in various forms – blossoming from décolletés, cascading from shoulders, or delicately scattered across the fabrics.
Valli believes in the healing power of beauty. “People today think that beauty isn’t cool. Nonsense,” he declares. His Fall/Winter 2024 Haute Couture stands as a testament to the transformative power of fashion, a transportive experience where exquisite craftsmanship meets a celebration of nature’s most exquisite creations.
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©Photo: Giambattista Valli
