French Native Simone Porte Jacquemus enlisted some of the world’s most in-demand models to adorn ‘L’Anne 97’ his fall collection. Both Gigi and Bella Hadid graced the catwalk on a large white square alongside crowned model of the year Adut Akech, famed veteran Doutzen Kroes and French model/actor Laetitia Casta, who was last spotted on the catwalk back in 2011 after closing for Roberto Cavalli. Most conspicuously lacking within the collection was the absence of bright neon hues and print. The vivid burst of magenta, sweeping hats and utility shirts present during SS20 were swapped out in favour of elongated cycling short/legging hybrids, cropped sweaters and an ode to the ‘90s in the form of boxers tucked underneath loosely tailored trousers. Interweaving more sustainable materials like linen throughout the collection was a conscious choice birthed from a memory of his late mother. Emitting a more refined and muted palette than previous seasons, sweet lavender shades, pale pink tones and pistachio hues were present throughout. Standout pieces included his trademark sexy ruched halterneck dresses, geometric earrings and of course an array of the ‘gram favourite micro Le Chiquito bags.

Just a few short days ago, Jacquemus announced his shows would take on a different dynamic and for the foreseeable future, he would be debuting two coed shows per year. Furthermore, he created the collection with a note of longevity in mind. According to WWD, the designer collated the collection as though it were his last, saying: “It’s the first time in my life that I have designed a collection as if it were my last.”

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