Chanel’s Resort 2013 collection might have many fooled in believing that these looks were inspired by the Versailles era, but they were not. This collection was in fact rococo inspired. Now, what is rococo? Rococo came about in the 18th century and is most commonly mistaken for baroque. Rococo was in the “enlightenment” era in Europe. This was a time of fun, sexuality, and beauty. The clothes (along with the time) were whimsical, light, and soft. The architecture and clothes were filled with beautiful blues, greens, pinks, and golds, with a splash of floral. The ambience screamed wealth, status, and sophistication. I believe the Chanel collection had the same characteristics as a rococo wearing aristocratic woman in the 18th century. The rococo look was about highlighting a woman’s femininity and giving her the “ok” to flirt with anyone she pleased. The world was at her feet and the only task she had was to soak in a golden tub with a plate of grapes. This collection gave me the whimsical and luxurious feel that rococo should give to anyone with proper eye sight. The collection does have bits and pieces of the versailles fashion era(the colors intertwine with the rococo palette), but it is not the main component when you take a closer look. Versailles fashion for women in the 17th century embodied the natural look or as I would prefer to call it the “plain jane” look. The women did not wear gobs of makeup and their hair was as plain as their faces. The clothes were stunning, but I personally believe the rococo look was in a league of its own. Karl Lagerfeld is also in a league of his own and always creates beauty in every Chanel show, and that ladies and gents. is the fashion truth!
Chanel Resort 2013:
-Images from style.com
Rococo art and architecture:
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