Givenchy is always full of dark, dark couture. But Riccardo Tisci finally found the light in the darkness. The light itself being "very pure and soft and fragile; a romantic dream." For Givenchy Fall 2011 Couture, he delivered another exquisite couture collection, truly fit for a princess and I wouldn't mind it much if one of them become my wedding dress in the far, far, distant future(add that to the list next to the Alexander McQueen, in fact, why not the whole collection? I'll have 9 changes during my wedding)
The simple yet delicate palette of ivory, pale beige and white hint innocence, pureness and fragile. In almost all the designs, the exclamation point focuses on the top. A heavily-embroidered top is most likely to be pair with a sweeping tulle skirt and structured sleeves. Tisci's signature fringes became a waterfall of fine, golden chains. Most of the beauty is concentrated in the details. The carefully placed crystals reflect light, transforming it into an angel-like gown. Balanced by a simple belt at the waist, it prevents the gown from being shapeless and display one's feminine curves. The simple neckline prevents the overall result from being cluttered.
This new, rebellion toward haute couture certainly makes it fit for a futuristic, twenty-first century princess. Riccardo Tisci had not only be avant-garde while designing this collection, but he also preserves the classic designs of the couture house of Givenchy.
