Nit d'òpera

INSPIRATION: The orchestra tunes its instruments in the pit. The violins and violas train  their bows as they let out dissonant chords. A scale caracoles out of the piano. The excited  theatre welcomes the excited and lively audience who are making themselves comfortable in their seats. The magical show is about to begin. A unique evening at the opera. The opening, “in crescendo”, leads on to an unforgettable voice: Callas takes the stage and time stands still.

SILHOUETTE: Architectural. Fluid. Linear, in “A” with straight cuts in the waist. Simple style with strapless and  geometric necklines. Significant hem volume with  flounces, pleats,  fabric overlays and mermaid cuts. With lightness and movement, like a waltz.

FABRICS: Silk shantung Mikado. Light organdies. Chantilly with large geometric motifs and petits pois. Cotton batiste with openwork flowers. Silk garza. Plumetti tulle. Lace overlays. A richness of textures akin to the tones of  a melody.

COLOUR: the clarity and opacity of a floury white. Depth  of vintage beige. Warm tending whites. Light with nuances, the scene.

DETAILS: The soul of the collection: Trims - grosgrain and silk ribbons. Felt ribbons with tiny pearls. Lace medallions, ornamental motifs, double-sided lace edging. Nacre and mother-of-pearl beads, sequins and crystal beads. Silver beads. Lurex stitching. Openwork embroidery with metallic threads. Mesh and raised embroidery. Tucks and patchwork. Bustles and pleats. Bows and flowers. The philharmonic orchestra and a delirious choral.

ACCESSORIES: Minimal, to avoid confusion of the details, but important: gloves and fingerless wedding gloves make up the silhouette and are inspired by the gowns, highlighting the strength and passion in each offering. Imagination in the shapes and textures. Volume and subtlety in unison, like the aria performed by the soprano and tenor.