Atelier Versace's Pursuit of Beauty Based on Ergonomics [Spring/Summer 2016 Couture]

Feb 16, 2016

Donatella Versace's Atelier Versace held a show on January 24th in a hall adjacent to Place Vendôme. The collection, based on the theme of "Athletic Couture," had a sporty and graphic feel.

Curvy, organic cuts maximally embraced the female body, showcasing Versace's signature sexy elements, while this season's collections were crafted with belts, eyelets, and buckles for a sporty feel. The house's signature approach to incorporating new techniques each season includes graphic suits featuring water-jet lace, which uses water pressure to pull out threads, and dresses adorned with futuristic silicone gel embellishments.

In the second half of the show, dresses and suits adorned with crystal dust cords added a touch of sparkle to draped and patchwork pieces.

This season's most eye-catching items were a blouson made from intricately woven beaded embroidered tape, a dress that combined a variety of knitting techniques, and a mini dress with three-dimensional embroidery on lace. These items, which make use of delicate handwork down to the millimeter, were the epitome of luxury.
Tomoaki Shimizu
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