Fendi lit up the Palais Brongniart with all things Roman. Upon stepping into the venue, guests were greeted with a light display of the brand’s Roman headquarters floating in the air. Once models took to the runway, Artistic Director Kim Jones showed embroidered capes, boned mini dresses and beaded gowns that had long, lean lines that went on for days, all inspired by Roman temporality, ancient and future. Most standout were the hand-painted monastic faces and statues which were applied to luxurious velvet and mink fabrics.
Following the trend of draping at haute couture week, the brand also showed the technique in full form, through royal red and navy blue gowns, their boned underpinnings peeking out ever so slightly. The surface embellishments and shapes were pure fantasy for the fashion admirer.