Under the opulent ceilings of the Pavillon Cambon in Paris, New York was the theme for Elie Saab’s new couture collection. Sirens and horns blared on the sound system, and Saab printed a press book with quotes about the city from famous locals and visitors. Gold threads were embroidered, illustrating lit skyscraper windows, and rich burnout velvets framed the curves of the iconic Chrysler building on the skirt of an evening gown. There was a clear influence of 1940s Hollywood glamour, shown in strong shoulder details, nipped-in waists, sweetheart necklines and an occasional peplum. Especially memorable in this collection was the introduction of miniature versions of the Haute Couture gowns, created for the little girls who walked the runway alongside matching looks on the grown-up models.
