Alessandro Michele: the symbol of the genderless revolution
by Marco Martello
Gucci Fall/Winter 2015
Dark eyes, enigmatic ocean. Alessandro Michele, Gucci’s newly appointed Creative Director, attended “Accademia di Costume e Moda” in Rome. In the late ‘90s, Michele started working, as a Senior Accessories Designer, at Fendi. Afterwards Tom Ford, who was in charge of Gucci’s creative direction, gave him the opportunity to be part of the fashion house’s design team. Alessandro Michele’s flair led him to ascend the coveted throne of the Italian luxury brand, taking the fashion kingdom by surprise.
Gucci Fall/Winter 2015
Long hair, shock waves. At 42 years old, Michele proved himself determined to succeed. He turned a bohemian vision into unexpectedly refreshing reality, drawing inspiration from his own collection of vintage tapestries, carpets, toiles. The catwalk saw the rise of a strikingly feminine figure: vivid patterns, bow shirts and a cascade of statement rings. It was all about a sense of “urban romanticism”, conservative irreverence, ambiguity. The controversial fashion show, which was built around the idea of individuality, expressed Alessandro Michele’s desire to speak a different language of beauty. Big lips, burning fire.
Gucci Spring/Summer 2016
Michele, who has no interest in the future, is fascinated by the culture of the ‘50s and the cinema. An overwhelming attention to detail and craftmanship emerges from his first collections, recalling childhood pastimes. The relatively unknown designer, who is inspired by London and New York’s eccentricity, mixes haute couture with street culture in order to achieve a contemporary feel. Gucci’s Spring 2016 menswear show, styled by Alessandro Michele himself, declares the will to live in a parisian dream.
Gucci Spring/Summer 2016
Gucci is naïve. Gucci is quirky. Gucci is young.
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