This Valentino collection looks a lot more Velntino than the previous ones, but I am still not sure they have found the solution for the fashion house. The new designers, Pier Paolo Piccioli and Maria Grazia Chiuri are probably going to do well with this collection, as it will appeal to the typical Valentino customer, but they aren’t bringing the brand forward. But I pity them, as it can’t be easy with Valentino and Giammetti still meddling in the brand. I also think many people seem to have an emotional attachment to the Valentino, which may be limiting its ability to progress. Get used to it everyone, the “Fashion Greats” are retiring. We may have felt nostalgic when Valentino retired, but I can’t imagine how we will feel when Karl retires.
I Love..
a simple white dress with a lovely shoulder ruffle.
ruffles.
I Loathe…
this dress, the fabric looks silly and the shape is not defined enough, or unstructured enough, its in no man's land.
too much on the bottom AND the top.
All images from Style.com.
