FASHION /
WOMEN
March 30, 2017
Terumi Hagiwara Series Vol. 166 | Paris Collection Autumn/Winter 2017-18
Modern Looks Unveiled in the Courtyard of La Muette――LOUIS VUITTON
A Futuristic Collection Crowned by a Rocket――CHANEL
Paris Womenswear Autumn/Winter 2017-18
LOUIS VUITTON and CHANEL. Luxury houses presented pieces that were both playful and wearable. Yet, couture techniques were abundantly woven into the quality. The show venues, too, were grand, befitting these major maisons.
Text by Terumi Hagiwara
Modern Looks Unveiled in the Courtyard of La Muette――LOUIS VUITTON
On the final day of the Paris Autumn/Winter 2017-18 collections, LOUIS VUITTON closed the season. While they have always presented shows in custom-built venues, this season's show took place in the Courtyard of La Muette at the Louvre Museum. It is a magnificent space with natural light, adorned with sculptures by artists representing the 17th and 18th centuries. The Courtyard of La Muette was recreated to exhibit sculptures made for the gardens of Louis XIV's Château de Marly. Models strode between the sculptures, descending a symmetrically designed staircase.
The first look featured a glimpse of a gold flared dress beneath a black leather coat. While emphasizing the contrast between satin and leather, and fur, the striped huzzah and menswear-inspired shoes provided a mannish finish. Blousons and knits had voluminous sleeves, paired with shorter elephant pants or pleated skirts. The dresses appeared to be everyday wear, but the cutting technique was evident, with black lace transitioning into satin and sandwiched between pleats. Nomad-style hand-knitted items added warmth, and the unfinished faux fur vest felt modern. It was a collection that felt both real and fresh.
A Futuristic Collection Crowned by a Rocket――CHANEL
At the Grand Palais, CHANEL erected a 37-meter-tall rocket at the center of the venue. Seated around the rocket were Monsieur, in the role of mechanics wearing white helmets and overalls, who were presumably models.
The collection featured lighthearted looks with culottes peeking out from under tweed suits, paired with silver metallic boots. Futuristic elements were playfully expressed through white shearling metal coats and knit ensembles with astronaut suit jacquard. Embroidered knits depicting stars in the cosmos were also delightful pieces. At the finale, the rocket, 'Chanel No. 1', ascended towards the future, emitting smoke and light.
Terumi Hagiwara | HAGIWARA Terumi
Fashion Director
Covers the New York, Milan, Paris Ready-to-Wear, and Paris Haute Couture collections each season. Has contributed numerous articles and columns to fashion magazines and newspapers. Also directs select shops.
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