So life can be hard at times, we all know that. There is always encouragement to be found in haute couture. Only watching though, as couture is kind of like werable paintings. Expensive as hell but painfully pretty to look at. Well well, enough of me rambling: here are Spring 2017 Couture Collections! And oh, here’s a full post on what couture is!
Elie Saab Spring 2017 Couture Collection
It might seem that I favor Saab as I often include his work, but the man has brought gorgeous collections the past season and definitely elevated his work. So why not give him some cred while we’re at it. Elie Saab 2017 Couture Collection is what you expect it to be, but better. There are transparent dresses (and a lot of them), with embellishment and embroidery that creates sophisticated, glamorous looks that are easy to like. This time around though, Saab was even more bold with embellishment and finding a theme and purpose for the creations. The collection touched different themes but stayed coherent and true to Saab’s aesthetic. From feeling like old Hollywood glam from the 1940s, to a lovechild of Saab and Dolce & Gabbana. The adding of necklaces, bows and fringe might seem overwhelming to the already decorated world of couture, but took the looks a step higher. As Saab always creates them, the dresses blends in to one another in terms of color, shape and style. That’s why it’s impossible for me to say some favorites as I’d more or less take them all if I could. Anyways, see the full collection here!
Schiaparelli Spring 2017 Couture Collection
Ever since the beginning of Schiaparelli, the label has had a keen eye for surrealism in the context of fashion. Not necessarily, surrealistic clothes, but clothes that embraces details, patterns and paintings of surrealism. This was unconventional during Elsa Schiaparelli’s days and still possess a feeling of something different and also new. This collection embraced surrealism in a minimalistic and subtle way (especially the first looks). Small details and hints of fun surrealistic artwork. The collection flirts with Alice In Wonderland, with heart shapes, key holes and color combinations of white, red, black and pink. To be noted though is that I just described the first part of the collection (+ some sporadic looks). Not quite sure what happened later with the theme and the beautiful idea of Alice they had going on. Anyways, I love the blue oversized blazer to the red heels and yes to black tuxedo with the red details (see the slideshow). Catch the full collection here!
Givenchy Spring 2017 Couture Collection
Givenchy did what Givenchy does best, finding a balance between gothic, contemporary or romantic. The leading color for the collection is black, with a focus on the texture and details of the clothes. Some dresses are also in white and gingham, though related to the rest of the collection. The silhouette is rather neat with details such as fringe and feathers giving the dresses some volume. There are some touches of Flamenco and the traditional costumes that comes along with the dance. Strong, fierce and passionate (just see below). There’s one dress in specific with a circular pattern that is a gem. Another look that I wouldn’t mind, not at all, is the transparent dress with feathers marking the hemline. Just do it faux and I’d be happy to work it whenever! See full collection here.
Folks! Which one is your favorite of the 2017 Couture Collections? Drop a comment as usual!
These three collections couldn’t be more different and they all bring something awesome to the table. The Givenchy collection is so goth and I love the drama it brings. And Elie Saab is one of my all-time favorites.
xx Yasmin
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So true, all of the three collections are very distinct – but good ones nevertheless as you say! Saab is just so dreamy! Xx
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I absolutely love the Schiaparelli collection! That opening number is one of my faves! Another fave of mine is the more technologically inclined Iris van Herpen. I’ve been secretly rooting for the couture crowd to start incorporating more advanced tech techniques into their designs. She seems to be leading the effort (alongside Chalayan in the RTW) which I really appreciate!
xo
N
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It’s such a good collection though, love how they kept it artsy! And yes I saw her collection too, it was so so pretty and love to see how tech is more incorporated into fashion these days! Xx
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Liked this post. Awesome selection.
Thank you! Xx
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wooow 😮
I am in love with every single outfit! Thank you for inspiring me!
XX,
Melissa
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That’s so lovely! So many gorgeous ones! Xx
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Ohh yes yes to everything! Love it!
Xx,
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So many lovely ones! Xx
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Love your picks babe!! Elie Saab is just adorable, I think we will see lots of the dresses on the red carpet again – probably already at the Oscars 🙂
Have a great new week babe ♥
xxx
Tina
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So true, he’s a favorite amongst the celebrities! Xx
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Wonderful collections! I am so in love with each and every Elie Saab collection but this one really surpassed my expectations! These beaded gowns are to die for!
Thanks so much for sharing!
xoxo
Stella
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Same here, Saab usually keeps a good level but this collection definitely exceeded that! Xx
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Really love the Givenchy collection!
Gemma x
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It’s a babe! Xx
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The Elie Saab collection is my favorite but Givenchy took their to a whole new level!!
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Givenchy did great this season so many fantastic looks and a great love to couture! Xx
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Elie Saab must always be my fave, just all of the details that are into the making of the dresses is amazing!
Camila,
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Indeed, the detail life is so good! Xx
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Givenchy steals my heart every season!!
http://www.prettyinleather.net
So true! Xx
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Oh my god YES! I adored quite a few collections (i.e. Dior, Balenciaga), but the Elie Saab collection actually killed me. I need all of it in my wardrobe ASAP, and I need to wallpaper my house with images from the show. It’s stunning. I loved the old Hollywood nods.
Amber – amberelb.com
Hahah it killed me too. It’s just so so gorgeous and he really did the world of couture justice! Xx
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Interesting, I am seeing a lot of Victorian inspiration
xo
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Definitely, so lovely though! Xx
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I’m not usually big on embellishments, but the Saab collection is too gorgeous! I love how elegant the pieces are.
Kathryn • simplykk.com
They’re so elegant indeed, so dreamy! Xx
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Elie Saab always has such romantic and whimsical pieces, I only dare to dream that I could wear a piece by him one day! I of course love the pastels and embellished and feathered details, just adds to the overall glam of the gowns.
Schiaparelli is probably a little more out of my comfort zone when it comes to designs as I’m not big on BIG and Bold prints. But I do like the lines on that bold matching separates look.
Some of the Givenchy looks I love and some I’m not a big fan of at all. I find the last style a little to matronly and maybe if they opened up the neckline or fixed the length of the hem it would feel more balanced and less something like a nun would wear. A very chic nun that is =P
xoxo Rina
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He did it so good this year with going a bit heavier on the embellishment, which I love! Hahah I do see where the nun reference comes from haha, but I see it more as a dramatic historical piece rather than religious due to the coverage haha. Love! Xx
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Elie Saab is incapable of creating a bad collection. This is just another example of the beauty Saab creates time and time again.
xx
Pretty sure he is, he always keeps a great standard in whatever he puts his heart too! Xx
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I have been loving all couture collections! ♥
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Same here, so many great ones this season! Xx
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I adore Elie Saab’s collection throughout the years and as much as fashion is usually foreign to me, I know his work. They are often exquisite.
Shireen | Reflection of Sanity
They are exquisite indeed, such a great dose of glam and fashion refinement! Xx
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SO many amazing pieces!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Couture at its best! Xx
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Wow! Love all the pieces!
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They’re gems! Xx
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I’m dying over these Givenchy pieces!!!!
They’re all so so stylish though! Xx
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All of these collections are so gorgeous!! I’m so excited that spring is just around the corner to see what designers have in store for 2017!
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Indeed, so lovely to get a preview now! Xx
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Elie Saab’s designs are so beautiful and refined but I love the edginess that Givenchy showcased!
XoXo,
Tamara – LoveofMode.com
So true! Givenchy brought a great touch of edge! Xx
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The black fringe jacket is amazing. Can totally give up forever on love just to have it. (to the extreme).
Not a bad thing favoring Saab. He is truly amazing. I am always in awe with his collections. Schiaparelli’s designers do an amazing job on keeping her vision alive.
Love the post!
Dora http://www.BangsBang.com
IT’s so so good hahah, I love it too! and Saab is always delivering a high dose of fashion! Xx
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Elie saab is my fav, as usuall!
But I really like a lot even Schiaparelli collection! 😀
xxx
S
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It was lovely though, love the reflection of art! Xx
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Wow, these collections so beautiful and I’d love to wear pieces from all of them! Can’t you just envision J.Lo wearing all of Saab, Olivia P. in Schiaparelli, and Kim K. in all of Givenchy!? Seriously! I love the attention to detail with the embellishments and placements in Saab’s collection, as well as the romantic color palette. Ah, Schiaparelli just speaks to me with the whimsical 70s flare and I love how even though Givenchy went with the classic gothic vibe, but in a way that’s not overly done and out there, just beautiful in detail. Thanks so much for sharing, beautiful, I love the recap and I hope you have the most amazing weekend ahead!
XO,
Jalisa
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Hahah that was a genius match babe! Sure you’re not heading for a celebrity stylist kind of job? Schiapparelli had my heart too, so artsy and good! Xx
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Love this article!! Thank you for your knowledgeable content, so interesting!! I loved Elie Saab the most btw, but all the collections were again breathtaking! Big Xx Susanne – http://bagatyou.com
Thank you love! Saab is just so good and talented, love all the details! Xx
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These collections are so fabulous! I love the prints and the embellishment details.
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
They´re so gorgeous though, so many lovely details! Xx
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Beautiful selections, though Elie Saab will always have a special place in my heart. Each and every design is heart-stoppingly beautiful haha; so delicate and detailed!!
aglassofice.com
x
Same here, Saab have been a favorite for years and never seems to disappoint! Xx
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Those Schiaparelli boots are insane, so gorgeous
Christy x
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They’re so genius though! Xx
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Okay, Saab has to be my favorite after seeing his spring collection! Can he design my wedding gown?! 😉
xx http://www.qustomquinns.com/blog
Hahah I second that question! He’s so talented though and always creates lovely gowns! Xx
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