Schiaparelli: Spring-Summer ’24 Collection
Daniel Roseberry fuses his trademark humour and modern prowess with Elsa Schiaparelli’s uninhibited spirit.
Quiet luxury isn’t in Daniel Roseberry’s vocabulary. The Schiaparelli designer describes his ready-to-wear as “an exercise in making the everyday come to a more vivid, more surprising life”. After revitalising the house with his surrealist couture (a favourite amongst the celeb elite), now it’s his turn to give day-to-day dressing a dash of pizazz.
Schiaparelli’s Spring-Summer 2024 Ready-To-Wear collection deviates significantly from the brand’s quirky couture tradition, weaving an intriguing dance between the classical and modern. It’s a harmonic yet intriguing combination that captures the essence of transition and leaves you wanting more.
The collection featured bold and whimsical details, from measuring tape embroidery on a zip-front coat dress to spilled nail polish and leather cigarette motifs on tailored pieces. One standout element was the three-dimensional lobster placed provocatively on the front of an ivory skirt, a reference to Salvador Dalí’s iconic lobster-painted dress worn by the Duchess of Windsor.
Elsa Schiaparelli saw the power of comedy when she founded her Maison in 1927. She interwoven the strands of daily reality through the prism of creativity, producing clothing that acted as both armour and art—mundane but remarkable. Daniel Roseberry has now honoured this tradition by imbuing each collection with Schiaparelli’s spirit, fun, and bold drive to push boundaries.
Once renowned for its eccentric Salvador Dalí lobster dress, Schiaparelli now broadens its horizons, epitomising an amalgamation of Parisian elegance and American sportswear aesthetics. The Spring/Summer 2024 collection tells a narrative of liberation and creativity, seamlessly integrating ready-to-wear pieces while retaining an aura of enigmatic charm that will transport you into a world of boundless possibilities.
But Schiaparelli’s transformation is not whispered in hushed tones or displayed through subtle gestures. Instead, it boldly declares its expansion into streetwear, introducing sneakers that are works of art themselves – boasting golden toes that nod to the brand’s inherent opulence. This fusion of styles bridges the gap between casual and luxury, showcasing Creative Director Daniel Roseberry’s dexterity in intertwining two distinct worlds.
Daniel Roseberry effortlessly fuses the casual American sportswear aesthetic and the precision of Parisian chic. The Spring/Summer 2024 collection becomes an emblem of freedom, a departure from the rigidity of previous couture pieces. With a breadth of movement and outfits that sing ballads of youth and liberation, Roseberry infuses energy and expression into every stitch.
On the runway, an eclectic mix of garments steals the show – from a powder blue suit with a draped sarong skirt to a cream halter neck dress adorned with incredible embroidery. The iconic Schiaparelli lobster makes its resurrection like a symbol of the house’s evolution rather than a mere echo of the past.
Roseberry’s artistry shines as he transforms everyday raw denim, inspired by his Carhartt work pants, into a spectacle when paired with a sandy tweed jacket laced with gilded trim. Schiaparelli’s Spring/Summer 2024 collection exudes effortless ease, a departure from corseted rigidity, offering a refreshing glimpse.
Yet, amidst the casual, the house’s elegance remains unshaken. Dressier outfits like the black jacket worn pantless by Shalom Harlow or Kendall Jenner’s bustier dress adorned with red fake nails tell a tale of defiant sophistication. These outfits are not mere clothes but artistic narrations of Schiaparelli’s evolving yet unwavering identity.
Daniel Roseberry’s genius breathes life into Elsa Schiaparelli’s legacy, embracing the madness and unpredictability that define art in its purest form. The Spring/Summer 2024 collection, adorned with spilt nail polish embroideries and the iconic lobster, is more than a display of garments. It’s a narrative of defiant elegance and transformation that will ignite your imagination.
To add to the excitement, Schiaparelli is venturing into a broader, more inclusive realm with the arrival of its eyewear line. While retaining its enigmatic allure, the house extends an invitation to experience its evolution firsthand, a voyage that promises to leave an indelible mark on the world of fashion.
