The Lanvin Fall 2017 Ready-to-Wear collection at the Hôtel de Ville in Paris is a study in “tender and strong femininity”, according to Bouchra Jarrar, artistic director of women’s wear at the house. For her second collection with Lanvin, Jarrar took things in a more dreamy and romantic direction, stating “It’s not a political act, but in the world we live in today, it’s important to give beauty and love.” Of course, the dresses were paired with flats and even boots, giving things a modern edge.
IT HAS ONLY BEEN a little over one year and five months since Alessandro Michele was appointed the Creative Director at Gucci after over 12 years working behind the scenes at the Gucci design studio, and in that time, he has not only revitalized the 95-year-old Italian brand, thrilled both critics and the rest of the fashion world alike, but is also set to receive the International Award at the 2016 CFDA Awards in three days. His bright eclecticism and focus on the freedom of personal expression has captured our hearts and imaginations — here is a look at the Gucci Resort 2017 collection and our favourite looks held recently at Westminster Abbey in London . . .