Kim Jones? Sci-Fi Universe For Fendi Spring 2022 Couture
Jones is many things, but above all, he is a man with a vision. The talented designer celebrates the power of women and fashions a divine show for Fendi couture.
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Image: Paolo Fichera
For the Fendi Spring 2022 Couture collection Artistic Director Kim Jones created a Rome-inspired, extraterrestrial universe filled with regal garments fit for goddesses.
Jones, a self-professed sci-fi enthusiast, drew inspiration from Frank Herbert?s Dune and watching the major motion picture over the holidays. He also paid tribute to Rome, where the Italian fashion house was founded in 1925, brilliantly layering antiquity, history and novelty. This was presented in the form of intricately beaded gowns, gorgeous embellishments and heelless platforms.
?It has so many layers to it. It?s such an ancient city,? Jones said in a preview. ?We?re always thinking of the past, present, and future of it. The idea of different times and that very spiritual side of Rome, which becomes almost celestial; almost spacey.?
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The Show
In a dimly lit room, the audience was greeted with an outline of Fendi?s Palazzo della Civilta Italiana ? the brand?s headquarters and a historical monument ? deconstructed and suspended above. Towards the far end was a tall, narrow column with smoke swirling in the air. As percussive electronic...
The post Kim Jones’ Sci-Fi Universe For Fendi Spring 2022 Couture appeared first on LUXUO.
Image: Paolo Fichera
For the Fendi Spring 2022 Couture collection Artistic Director Kim Jones created a Rome-inspired, extraterrestrial universe filled with regal garments fit for goddesses.
Jones, a self-professed sci-fi enthusiast, drew inspiration from Frank Herbert?s Dune and watching the major motion picture over the holidays. He also paid tribute to Rome, where the Italian fashion house was founded in 1925, brilliantly layering antiquity, history and novelty. This was presented in the form of intricately beaded gowns, gorgeous embellishments and heelless platforms.
?It has so many layers to it. It?s such an ancient city,? Jones said in a preview. ?We?re always thinking of the past, present, and future of it. The idea of different times and that very spiritual side of Rome, which becomes almost celestial; almost spacey.?
Image: FendiImage: FendiImage: FendiImage: FendiImage: Fendi
The Show
In a dimly lit room, the audience was greeted with an outline of Fendi?s Palazzo della Civilta Italiana ? the brand?s headquarters and a historical monument ? deconstructed and suspended above. Towards the far end was a tall, narrow column with smoke swirling in the air. As percussive electronic...
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