Continuing their forged streak of targeting a younger customer, Valentino designers Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli have subconsciously sought out to distance their designs from those of the living legend whose brand they took over–even if that icon’s presence continues to live on with much regard and relevance.
Tapping a pre-Mod Sixties motif that, at same points, had a nod toward the man himself, the collection went ultrashort (forget the midcalf here) with the high-waisted baby-doll shapes that they’ve made quite popular–and successful–at the house. The bows and tiers of lush fabric continued on unabated (note the introduction of a lone dainty slide), although a handful of looks verged on trippy. A sheer, short black cocktail dress, however, was gorgeous with a large white rosette placed delicately across the front. This is a collection made for the beautiful. Just be beautiful and young.
