The couture
fashion capital welcomed Syrian-born designer Rami Al Ali once again as he
returned to Paris for his sixth season to present his Autumn/Winter 2014/15
collection.
Playing host to an exclusive crowd of fashion’s top tier, Al Ali
not only revealed his much-anticipated couture creations, transfixing audiences
with his tribute to the mysteries of the hidden rainforest, but also a new
venue – the historic Musée des Arts Décoratifs.
Shrouded in enigma, an exquisite
interplay between luxurious textiles and deliberate detailing stood centre
stage, as Al Ali’s twenty-piece collection unearthed. Depth emoted life as a
dewy palette of forest greens, beige and gold starkly juxtaposed with powerful
primary hues to create a uniform line rich in complexity. The efflorescence of
nature in its simplest form, the collection serenely encapsulated eternal
transformation. Perspective added to the allure, evoking illusory visions; a
collection meant to be consumed from varied angles yet producing a singular
emotion – wonderment.
Silhouettes captured curves and lines,
skimming fluidly along the body. The classic A-line received a modern
re-working, with cropped fronts of voluminous multi-layered skirts offering
momentary glimpses of nature’s inner workings. Intricate embroidery and
three-dimensional weaving allowed passageway into the rainforest’s innermost
canopy – the hidden depth that lies beneath the surface. Fabrics added opulence
to the untamed and wild inhabitants of Al Ali’s natural world, as a conscious
blend of lace, silk organza, gazar, taffeta and chiffon lame formed a perfect
base for the couturier’s signature luxurious finishes.
Matte sequins and crystals elaborately
embellished a colour palette which paid homage to drama, vibrancy and
exoticism. Royal blue and vivid yellow, with jewel tones of ruby, purple and
emerald, the newest collection thoughtfully explores the connection between the
intensity of the jungle with its idyllic aspirations.
Cementing that couture is craft, Rami
Al Ali’s AW2014/15 collection brings innovation to the organic, elevating his
art to higher level.
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