Valentino S/S 11 Paris

[mint condish]

I actually really liked it! So, so, so pretty!

 

[MyNameIs]

I love it. It's sweet, sophisticated and fresh. These two are doing quite a great job lately after a rough start.

 

[TaylorBinque]

It looks like the rejects from last season's collection. This collection lacks luxury and that Valentino lustre.

I agree. Some looks come across as a little cheap looking and it's targeting to so much younger clients as I just don't feel Velentino. He do this pretty little ruffle dress but it can be so elegant and charming.

 

[mikeijames]

it's clear to me that they're at least listening to the criticism and making alterations as they go along. they have picked the best elements from that couture collection -- yes, the lacy numbers we've seen every single pretty young thing and monied ediatrix rinning around in -- and developed it into an entire collection. while it's not the strongest collection we've seen, it's definitely a high point in their tenure to date. insides of this collection, one could easily spot instant best sellers -- whether it a buttery new bag or a effortless little spring jacket -- and huge strides forward for this duo. one of the dresses honestly took my breath away with the quiet touches of gold. maybe they should have mr. garavani sit front row every season.

style.com

 

[Marjon]

I like it. Thanks for the video fatalefashion!

 

[almudena]

Also, is it just me, or does the finish on the pieces look a lot more luxurious? It looks much more thought out than in previous seasons. Perhaps they are slowly learning to apply couture finishes to their ready-to-wear?

Oh I so much agree!

Mesmerising work, the lace looks incredibly delicate to the point of disintegration! From pictures!!!

I cannot even begin to imagine how this will feel to touch and wear...

All pictures from style.com

 

[liberty33r1b]

after seeing the video i really do appreciate that collection. there are some really good pieces, and i also love the colors they used. plus the bags are gorgeous and elegant. it's good to see their work has improved, Valentino must be proud of them.

 

[whatkatjadid]

I'm appreciating it much more after seeing detailed shots. It looks pretty and luxurious.

But it still lacks that certain something, that passion. The red should have been bold and strong, not so pale and flat. I don't know what to think really.

 

[irulan]

It lacks, as usual, precision and a truly passionate and experienced designer. Their version of delicacy, femininity, elegance and sophistication is still sooooo much blander and clumsier than Mr Garavani's. They're improving, but they will always be bad designers. Only a change can take this house back to the detailing and the preciousness of the old days. Someone with a vision more complicated and much, much more concentrated. Those guys' stuff always feels like minimum effort Valentino. They take signatures and throw them together in whatever way it works. Not very appealing. Not something I wanna wear.
Plus, the colours. They're a definite sign for their lack of talent. Contrary to Valentino Garavani, they're awful colorists, that's why they keep on using that dusty pallette. Boring!
Go full throttle and ruin it or just leave it. That half-as*ed **** isn't taking anyone anywhere and only shows you're cowards, two Italian people I refuse to learn the names of!

 

[tanii94]

It's pretty. Some nice attention to detail. But other than that it's a snooze-fest.

 

[fantastical]

I think if this collection were under another name and perhaps showed somewhere like NYFW, it would be a big hit. However, b/c it is the House of Valentino, we have come to expect a certain amount of luxuriousness that just hasn't been achieved since he left.

that said, I like a great deal of the collection, but they have a looong way to go as far as bringing back the glamour and luxury to the house.

 

[Bahiyya]

I used to buy Valentino. This is boring. It's nice, yes? It's pretty. That is not good enough to be Valentino.

 

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Full Collection (via nytimes.com)

 

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Last one! (all from nytimes.com)

 

[duvaahall]

I'm appreciating it much more after seeing detailed shots. It looks pretty and luxurious.

But it still lacks that certain something, that passion. The red should have been bold and strong, not so pale and flat. I don't know what to think really.

I totally agree!

 

[Donatello89]

it's the Valentino " of today". nice

 

[tiffany]

The red should have been bold and strong, not so pale and flat

I agree

The whole collection to me seems pale and flat - some of the pieces and the details are beautiful, but overall it falls, well, flat