At Alberta Ferretti the color code was, for a change, not girly nude and pink, but earthy. Sand, beige, terra cotta, mustard, tangerine, olive and ivory set the mood for a boho collection. One where suede and sheer dresses followed up on each other presented in front of a backdrop video of sand. Yet the overall feeling was light and airy, like you’d expect from Ferretti. A large part of the dresses was floor sweeping making some loose fitting outfits, like a coral red dress, a sand colored satin shirt dress, an off shoulder striped number, appear perhaps a little too shapeless. To reach a younger audience, that is. An audience whose attention Ferretti will definitely catch with this festival/safari chic presentation. Those macramé bodices, cropped lace tops, Victorian blouses, long dresses with high slits, sexy shorts will appeal to them for sure. A tangerine colored floor sweeping number seemed fit for queen Daenerys Targaryen from Game of Thrones. On trend gladiator sandals to go, but perhaps best make a choice between statement necklace and earrings. In a finale of frayed dresses four feathered pieces seemed a little heavy, although they’ll look exquisite on a red carpet somewhere. It’s no secret creating dreamlike dresses has been Ferretti’s specialty over the years. Yet today the 65 year old designer proved she’s still in touch with a more casual, youthful and free spirited side too.
Alberta Ferretti surprised most of the audience with a dark collection, dark in color and atmosphere. It was a relatively restricted, severe silhouette and moodier color-palette – but still pretty. To fashion-reporters Alberta Ferretti explained she wanted a wardrobe for a strong, modern woman who has to keep up with today’s challenges. Well, all she needs is a sharp coat, a chunky knit and a multi–functional dress or skirt with chiffon top. Black, purple and blue were the main colors with some hues of white, orange and gray. Evening-wear followed the line of the body in anatomical seams.
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