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Haute Couture

Behind The Scenes of 'Patchworks'

Haute Couture

Editorial

Editorial

Marijke Aerden

Editorial

Marijke Aerden

Editorial

Marijke Aerden

Editorial

Marijke Aerden

Editorial

Marijke Aerden

Editorial

Marijke Aerden

Editorial

Marijke Aerden

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Marijke Aerden

Editorial

Marijke Aerden

Behind the Scenes

Behind the scenes

Behind the scenes

Behind the scenes

Behind the scenes

Behind the scenes

Having nearly exhausted their stock on their previous upcycling couture shows, Viktor&Rolf turned to their archive of fabric samples: tiny pieces of fabric, sent to the House throughout the years for consideration during the development process of their collections. From this archive, Viktor&Rolf selected some of the most luxurious fabric samples that, patched together, make up this collection.

Historically, the technique of patchwork originated from frugal necessity: old clothes were cut up in patches and sewn back together in decorative patterns, in order to be used again. By reusing their high-end couture fabric samples in this way, Viktor&Rolf create a surreal paradox that underlines the beauty of imperfection.

Behind The Scenes

Behind The Scenes

This collection highlights the creative principle of conscious design. Doing more with less; constraints providing a steppingstone for meaningful creation. Previous Haute Couture collections (such as Vagabonds, Action Dolls and Spiritual Glamour) made use of Viktor&Rolf’s archive of stock fabrics, oftentimes dating back 20 to 25 years.

The collection shows a series of voluminous, free-flowing dresses and capes, embellished with tiers, ruffles, and crochet galloons. Ranging from floor-length to calf to ultra-mini, several outfits are complemented with wide-brimmed, spontaneously shaped surreal hats. Elaborate glamorous makeup is juxtaposed with faux tattoos, proclaiming messages of love and happiness.

Behind The Scenes

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