There was an undertone of athletic couture and a focus on curves of a woman’s body. The body was seen as a projection to achieve personal goals rather than an emphasis on man-catching sexuality. The soundtrack pointed us towards this direction, with a narrative by musician Violet, speaking out about “feminine strength to overcome obstacles.”
White-on-white ergonomic lines were traced over rounded jackets and parkas, intersected by yellow or orange straps like harnesses. A white jumpsuit had an open and draped back, a harness of hand-embroidered micro paillettes holding the body. Panels of silicon gel gives the mood of performance, with dresses caged by cutouts, or draped dresses held and controlled by silicone bands.
Velvet backed by leather was cut by water jet for strict cages of great softness for draped dresses, with hand-embroidered crystals that trace the body. Hand-crocheted pieces were linked together by flocked chains and ropes of Swarovski crystal, as if the laces of a trainer. Bands of flat sequins suddenly bursted apart on a sleeveless dress as if shockwaves running across the body.
Transparent ergonomically embroidered bodies gave energy with different tones of black to a nearly sheer dress. Gowns and tuxedos were as if exploded, then held together with extravagant knots of Swarovski ropes. Donatella Versace said:“I believe women can be powerful and achieve their dreams while also having great elegance and beauty. This is a collection for all women who walk their own path.”
