Karl Lagerfeld’s Chanel Fall/Winter 2014 Haute Couture collection recently debuted at Paris Couture Fashion Week to rave reviews. The new collection was one of the chicest yet from the brand and did a unique paring of Marie Antoinette and the 80s perfectly. Boasting everything from jeweled flower embroideries on cocktail dresses in all the shades of pink and red to moulded white gowns, there was a distinct touch of Versailles in every piece of the voluptuous and motif-filled Chanel Fall/Winter 2014 Haute Couture collection.
Paying homage to influential architect Le Corbusier, Lagerfeld did a beautiful job fusing opulent luxury with understated demureness. Focusing mainly on shape and structure, the new collection is filled with versatile silhouettes that range from nipped at the waist to full, A-line skirts.
Versailles-Inspired Collections
The Chanel Fall/Winter 2014 Collection is Structured
Trend Themes
1. Versailles-inspired Fashion - Opportunity to create bold and luxurious fashion collections with a touch of Versailles aesthetic.
2. Moulded White Gowns - Innovation in creating structured white gowns with unique and intricate designs.
3. Opulent Luxury - Disruptive potential in designing high-end fashion pieces that blend opulence and understated demureness.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Opportunity for fashion designers to explore the Versailles aesthetic and create unique collections.
2. Luxury Fashion - Potential for luxury fashion brands to incorporate opulent yet understated designs in their collections.
3. Bridal Fashion - Innovation in the design of structured and detailed white gowns for brides seeking a touch of opulence and luxury.