On the final day of the collections, VALENTINO presented a breathtakingly beautiful collection.

The first look featured a high-neck chiffon blouse paired with a double-face cape top and fuchsia pink trousers. The combination of nuanced colors, the innovative cutting, and the balanced coordination were simply enchanting.

This season's collection is inspired by the Spanish religious painter Zurbarán, who was active during the Baroque period, but it has been rendered with a much simpler, modern finish.

Hooded capes with a rough, rustic image, reminiscent of those seen in the film "The Name of the Rose," also made an appearance. The lining of the coarsely woven linen coats reveals a beautiful double-face.

This is a personal luxury, imbued with a sense of comfort. The inlay technique is applied not only to lace and leather but also to the joining of astrakhan and feathers. Velvet dresses, a key material for this autumn, are designed to be worn layered under coats. The trench coats are styled with blouses, vests, and trousers, creating a meticulously calculated yet seemingly effortless layered balance.

Despite being wearable pieces, every look felt fresh and new. White tights, ankle boots, and red earrings provided striking accents. Animal bags, a collaboration with Springhoso de la Lora, added a bold touch. Designer Pierpaolo Piccioli's creations are increasingly expanding the collection's scope, with more coordinated looks beyond dresses.

Terumi Hagiwara | HAGIWARA Terumi
Fashion Director
Covers the New York, Milan, Paris Prêt-à-Porter, 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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