Valentino Couture: A Glance at the Jenner Family’s Attendance and Pierpaolo Piccioli’s Innovative Designs
Valentino’s recent couture show in Paris caused quite a stir, drawing hundreds of fans who eagerly gathered to catch a glimpse of the Jenner family. Kris Jenner, accompanied by her daughter Kylie and granddaughter Stormi Webster, made their way up the elegant stairs of Valentino’s salon in Place Vendome. The crowd was also graced by the presence of notable figures such as Jennifer Lopez, talent manager Benny Medina, and model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.
Prior to the show, young Stormi enjoyed playing with feather boas and scarves alongside Giancarlo Giammetti, the longtime partner of Signor Valentino. Interestingly, little interaction seemed to occur between JLo and the Kardashian clans, given their differing backgrounds and worlds.
The highlight of the event was couturier Pierpaolo Piccioli’s remarkable fashion display, which solidified his reputation as the greatest colorist in contemporary couture. His collection revolved around the innovative concept of incorporating elements of fine jewelry, exotic skins, and furs through the manipulation, coloring, and scrunching of various fabrics such as organza, silk mesh, felt, and metallic wools. This technical feat showcased the artisans’ ability to push boundaries and left Parisian and Milanese editors awestruck with their couture expertise.
Accompanying the fashion show was an emotional soundtrack, featuring Maria Callas’ powerful rendition of ‘Un Bel dì Vedremo’ from ‘Madame Butterfly’. As the models paraded through the two floors of the headquarters, Pierpaolo aimed to dress them in oversized garments that made bold statements with vibrant colors. The collection featured eye-catching pieces such as peacock green cabans, kissing pink flared pants, raspberry crepe overalls, and encrusted metallic strawberry beaded dusters. Despite the multitude of shades, everything harmoniously came together under Pierpaolo’s expert eye as a master colorist. The finale showcased daring designs, with see-through tops and revealing undergarments, adding an element of excitement and sensuality.
Couture is often associated with the elite 1% of society, but Valentino took the time to acknowledge the hard work and talent of each seamstress and artisan involved in creating each look. The Roman atelier of Valentino specifically expressed gratitude and recognition to the talented staff at the Paris house of Hurel, who embroidered an impressive 50,000 pampille crystals onto a single dress. This display of gratitude is evident in Pierpaolo’s decision to title the collection ‘Valentino Le Salon’, offering due credit where it is deserved.
Once again, Pierpaolo Piccioli and his talented team delivered an exceptional couture presentation that captivated the audience and left them in awe. Their commitment to pushing boundaries and embracing innovation is truly admirable.
Useful Links:
1. Valentino Official Website
2. Valentino Couture Spring 2022 on Vogue
