Alessandro Michele Debuts Dazzling Haute Couture for Valentino at Paris Fashion Week
The designer's first couture collection, 'Vertigineux,' explores the poetic chaos of lists through opulent, hand-crafted designs.
- Alessandro Michele presented his inaugural haute couture collection for Valentino, titled 'Vertigineux,' at Paris Fashion Week on January 29, 2025.
- The collection was inspired by Italian philosopher Umberto Eco’s concept of the 'vertigo of the list,' celebrating the infinite and chaotic nature of cataloging culture.
- The show featured 48 elaborate looks, including harlequin prints, crinoline skirts, Tudor ruffs, and bejeweled masks, showcasing Michele’s signature maximalist aesthetic.
- Held at the historic Palais Brongniart, the presentation included striking visuals like scrolling red text and flashing lights, creating an immersive, theatrical atmosphere.
- A star-studded front row, including Elton John, David Furnish, and Nick Cave, highlighted the cultural significance of Michele's Valentino couture debut.
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