Source: Vogue
Summary
Carolina Herrera’s creative director Wes Gordon designed a sheer black silk chiffon gown inspired by classical sculpture proportions. The model wore the couture draping gown during the Fall 2023 ready-to-wear fashion show.
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The look feels familiar.
Classic Greek and Roman influences have long been a staple in fashion, with designers like John Galliano and Alexander McQueen drawing inspiration from ancient civilizations. Gordon’s take on classical sculpture proportions is reminiscent of 90s supermodel era. The trend returns with a new name, as 2023’s couture draping is reimagined as a modern take on timeless silhouettes. Carolina Herrera’s Fall 2023 collection enters the cycle of reviving the past. The House of Herrera reinterprets history, again.
Author: Evan Null
