Flowers, colours, retro edges, sporty miniskirts, and long sweeping organza gowns all went into the creative pot for one of the most diverse collections Giambattista Valli has produced in seasons.
The Italian-born designer channelled the Sixties, a vibe that has been ubiquitous on the Paris catwalk ever since Nicolas Ghesquiere baptised it as his debut at Louis Vuitton last year.
Crisp, white A-line minis were served up with stylish roman sandals on models with Twiggy-like centre-partings.
Tight, sleeveless floral tops with floppy, round retro lapels, high embellished collars and chic silk neckties all added to the Swinging Sixties vibe.
The divergence of colour, pattern and styles ensured it was a saleable collection, but the talented Valli might have reined in the 46-piece affair to add focus.
Nevertheless, the final look — a sweeping yellow silk Empire-line gown with floral Renaissance panels in the bust — shows exactly why he’s a red-carpet favourite.
