ROBERTO CAVALLI RESORT 2017

 

ROBERTO CAVALLI RESORT 2017

Creative Director Peter Dundas, of Roberto Cavalli produced an opulent Resort 17 collection steeped in floral bohemian. A tantalising, heady mix of florals entranced free flowing garments perfect for an ethnic sojourn abroad. The lookbook imagery was shot on location at a picturesque, Milanese palazzo with enchanted gardens offering plenty of mystical elements throughout.

An amethyst, lace up, long sleeve, form fitting maxi starred traditional, embroidered Mexican florals in shades of lavender, sky and raspberry which featured on the bodice and sleeves. A matching, tasselled skinny scarf festooned the neck. A gold trinket bracelet adorned the wrist while a punchy, magenta saddle bag in sumptuous suede concluded the look. Exotic animal prints fused with bold florals highlighted a slim tailored pantsuit of 7/8 length. Fuchsia, teal, sugilite and gold shades were splashed across the free spirited ensemble. Pewter and claret, platform, T-bar sandals oozed of seventies style connotations.

Innocence prevailed on a diaphanous, broderie anglaise, rouleau strap, triangle maxi dress. Embroidered, undulating serpents in the hue of sapphire graced the panels of the tiered, floor sweeping dress. A single strand, gold necklace was punctuated by various charms including a sun. A modern day rock goddess ignited the secluded garden in an embellished, vanilla waistcoat details including colourful embroidery offering artisanal qualities. The staple silk blouse was paired underneath, worn plunging to the navel. A floral, dainty, silk skinny scarf added a poetic edge. Narrow trousers featured floral applique craftsmanship in a kaleidoscope of colour.

A heavenly white, Chantilly lace mini dress exuded sheer femininity. Bouffant sleeves, collarless lace up neckline and flounce hem brimmed with playfulness. A brightly hued, braided waistcoat added a jolt of colour. Terracotta, suede under the knee boots were a boho luxe addition. A mocha, transparent, floral maxi with lace up keyhole silhouette offered the ultimate in festival chic. Chic, breezy and worn with sheer insouciance this summer staple will translate well into the working resort wardrobe.

Cavalli Cat, rockstar glam came in the form of a shrunken, cornflower blue pantsuit. A ruffled placket frequented the blouse adding tenderness to the statement making addition. Release your inner gypsy in a halterneck, lace up, crochet and chiffon maxi dress. Mustard, eggplant, tomato and mauve panels worked harmoniously together in geometric shapes. An elasticised waist flowed seamlessly into a psychedelic, billowy, maxi skirt, the colour palette comprising of chocolate, lavender, turquoise, cobalt, fairy floss and peony pink.

Chiffon from Latin America was emblazoned with embroidered harlequin motifs. Rippling wave like motions were accented in shades of emerald, chocolate, lemon, bubblegum and watermelon. A patchwork, oversized, fur chubby in vivid shades of the rainbow complemented the colourful maxi dress. A mahogany velvet, wide band choker and tasselled gold thread skinny scarf concluded the hippie inspired number, tousled tresses a must have.

A round neck, long sleeve, evening, floor grazing column dress in the shade of ivory featured intricate hand beading including pearl coloured sequins and a striking, plunging centre floral motif in the shade of orchid. For the summer globetrotter, an Ikat, sloping shouldered cocoon coat worn slouched for a relaxed fit. Denim shorts and a violet star spangled shirt brimmed of nonchalance. Under the knee, denim, platform boots were bedecked with flowers aplenty.

Peter Dundas declared "Life is already so difficult. There's no need for fashion to be too difficult as well."

A captivating display for the luxurious, beatnik, flower child.

By Courtney Jones.