Rami Kadi Haute Couture F/W 2015.16 Paris

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By Paulina Szmydke

Fireflies all over. That was the essence of Rami Kadi’s inventive couture collection. And for good reason: “I have a phobia of bugs, and I was looking for a way to relieve my fear,” the young designer confided. And he found his therapy in crafty embroideries.

Kadi braided threads to recreate the insects’ shape on long and regal A-shaped dresses covered in lace, mimicking a spider’s web. And he used sequin material that was laser-cut in the shape of beetles and appliquéd to cozy mohair column dresses.

Kadi conjured various patterns on black-and-white numbers, including festive minidresses with built-in capes or trains lined with ostrich feathers. When he turned off the lights at the salon of the Plaza Athenée, the ensemble of 13 looks let off a warm glow — just like real-life fireflies. Bugs never looked so chic.

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[Deleted member 130879]

OMG, I want everything!

 

[Morphe]

Cool concept but..cockroaches? Who fancies a dress with fluorescent cockroaches?! YUCK.

 

[Kallisto]

The concept is different and fresh. I dig it a lot.

 

[GIVENCHYlover]

Stunning, I love the fur accents