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Inspired by the “Balsamic moon” — the moon of prophets and prophetesses which inspires imagination — designers Ewa and Margaret of La Metamorphose unveiled 15 couture looks which range from the transparency and lightness of tulles, to the fluidity of silk, chiffon and lace, to the soft yet powerful texture of velvet.

For accessories, embroidered masks add a touch of mysterious beauty while reflecting a sign of the times. A color palette of red, gold and black and white ground the collection in a timeless beauty. 

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Photo credit: Courtesy of Ralph & Russo[/x_text][/x_column][x_column bg_color=”” type=”3/4″ style=”padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px; “][x_text]Inspired by the modern wonders of the world, the Fall/Winter 2020 couture collection by Ralph & Russo is shared in a behind the scenes film that shows what goes into the making of a collection during a pandemic. Created in a vivid and wondrous color palette, the grandeur of the first-ever digital collection is presented by Hauli, an avatar and muse for the brand.

Discover each of the looks, get glimpses into the making of the collection, and discover moments from the photoshoot of select gowns from the exquisite collection. [/x_text][x_tab_nav type=”three-up” float=”top”][x_tab_nav_item title=”Collection” active=”true”][x_tab_nav_item title=”The Making Of…” active=”false”][x_tab_nav_item title=”Photoshoot” active=”false”][/x_tab_nav][x_tabs][x_tab active=”true”][/x_tab][x_tab active=”false”][/x_tab][x_tab active=”false”][/x_tab][/x_tabs][/x_column][/x_row][/x_section]

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Photo credit: Casper Kofi[/x_text][/x_column][x_column bg_color=”” type=”3/4″ style=”padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px; “][x_text]For Haute Couture Week July 2020, Viktor & Rolf unveiled a timely, yet whimsically bold couture collection for FW20. Three mini collections depict three varying mindsets reflective of the times and each consisting of a nightgown, a dressing gown, and a coat.

Discover the creations based on 1) a somber mood represented in darker tones, 2) conflicting emotions presented in pink hues, and 3) love in a white and red color palette.

With this collection, it’s a clear message of stay indoors and keep a safe distance if venturing out. So apropos!

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Photo credit: Courtesy of Rahul Mishra[/x_text][/x_column][x_column bg_color=”” type=”3/4″ style=”padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px; “][x_text]For Rahul Mishra’s “Butterfly People” Couture FW20 collection, it goes beyond the beauty of the actual garments created for the season, but deeper into the impact of a pandemic into the lives of the artisans behind each work of art.

The collection forced Mishra to take pause and question the relevance of couture during these unsettling times. With his atelier and artisans impacted back home in his native India, the creation of the collection was a way to sustain life. This time of reflection and slowing of life in Delhi also revealed the colorful beauty of the landscape and gradual return of nature to a city filled with millions of inhabitants. Discover the beauty of this multi-dimensional collection inspired by reflection and a return of nature.[/x_text][x_tab_nav type=”two-up” float=”top”][x_tab_nav_item title=”Collection” active=”true”][x_tab_nav_item title=”Details” active=”false”][/x_tab_nav][x_tabs][x_tab active=”true”][/x_tab][x_tab active=”false”][/x_tab][/x_tabs][/x_column][/x_row][/x_section]