Looking to spice up this cloudy Wednesday? See the newly released tribute to Elsa Shiaparelli by Christian Lacroix that kicked off the couture shows this week!
Shortly after the Prada/Schiaparelli exhibit last year, Tod's current president Diego Della Valle, who purchased the Schiaparelli archives in 2006, announced that Christian Lacroix would design the first collection. As promised, the fifteen piece collection pays tribute to Schiaparelli "by interpreting her iconic creations while perpetuating her timeless image". The collection opened Monday at the museum Les Arts Décoratifs and consisted of puffy sleeves, giant ruffles and fabulous hats! NYmag I can see Colleen in many of these hats!
Sadly, this collection was a one time experience for Lacroix, and owner Diego Della Valle has yet to announce the official designer of the newly revived house. Of the collection Lacroix said "my wish is to reposition Elsa at the center of her maison and on the stage from which she once seduced the world". NYmag
Although the collection won't actually be worn, it is still absolutely spectacular! Hope you enjoy it and would love to hear your thoughts on the collection!
2 comments:
Magnificent collection and full of inspiration. :)
Amazing collection!
Love the fur skirt!
xoxox,
CC
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