Gucci Hypnotizes with Eclectic Archival Collection
Gucci’s presence at their Milan headquarters this fashion week announced that in the ‘23 Fall/Winter season, the basics will be left in the dust. The Italian brand’s eclectic influence threw soft and subtle to the wind and instead promoted structured blazers, vivid faux furs, and edgy gloves.
The house recently unveiled a sneak peek of the show depicting zippers and leather elements photographed on a polaroid camera, hinting at the archival-inspired release.
At the show, Gucci set the scene for the runway with its signature level of flare. Unmistakable chartreuse floors reflected onto the guests in a cement room with conversation pits in the center. As breathy, hypnotic music began rambling about tea, the trance began.
After the flickering of lights in anticipation, models emerged from several elevators to walk the runway room, occasionally crossing paths. Embedded in the show was the theme of furs and fluff, alluding to Gucci’s Vault Altitude collection fit for skiing and the slopes. The oversized furs in coats, shoes, and headwear warmed up an otherwise cold concrete room and brought movement and life to the looks.
Stars like Dakota Johnson, Måneskin, Salma Hayek, and Florence Welch were present, as well as A$AP Rocky sporting an oversized blue pinstripe suit after representing the Gucci Guilty fragrance line.
The show was also defined by a recurring theme of altered business attire in the form of neutral blazers styled as dresses, sets, and standalone oversized pieces.
Gucci’s exuberant luxury was shown throughout with a minimal amount of looks that appealed to the everyday person. Then again, the Italian brand has always existed to represent desirability and the highest quality, attainable to those who dare to wear the iconic ‘double G’ logo.
Gucci’s use of colors on the runway supported the show’s contemporary feel with a notable exclusion of cohesion. From cobalt to blood orange, the experience did not lack the house’s eccentricity which filtered in through asymmetric cuts and bold sheer pieces. Complimentary color combinations dared to be seen in purple and yellow styled outfits and blue and orange overlapped looks.
Although the extravagant clothes with prints, glitter, and studs made the show, the modern accessories, from heels to bold statement bags, held their own. The deliberate additions to each look begged for the viewer's attention with futuristic shades and edgy red and black gloves.
The future of House Gucci is assured by efforts to preserve the planet and the people within through a stylistic lens. As Gucci transitions creative directors from Alessandro Michele to Sabato De Sarno, the brand continues to take the most daring twists on fashion while breaking boundaries, and we love every second of it.
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Matilda Pollard
Strike Magazine Boca
Matilda Pollard is a Content Writer for Strike Magazine Boca. She is a proud Pisces who loves all things creative. Her hobbies include trying new foods and watching classic rom-coms. You can reach her at mpollard280@gmail.com