In the realm of Fall-Winter 2023, Alberta Ferretti‘s artistry emerges from an unceasing dialogue with women. A dialogue that uncovers the intricate layers of female psychology, transforming these insights into garments that transcend mere clothing, becoming cherished artifacts, vehicles of expression, and extensions of individuality. This perpetual discourse, akin to an artistic evolution, refines the vocabulary of a profoundly personal style. This style, a ballet of intangible equilibriums and contradictions, juxtaposes ethereal with immediate, boldly delicate and softly incisive.
Within this design ethos, romance takes center stage, not just as a sentiment but as a visceral experience. A rose, imbued with crimson carnality, stands as the embodiment of romance and allure in this collection. This bloom weaves its tale across silk voile and emboldens velvet, its coiled petals guiding the narrative. Nocturnal sensations and after-dark enchantment permeate each hour of the day. For night isn’t solely a segment; it’s an enchanting persona that emerges mysteriously to allure.
Adorned with wide-brimmed hats and perched on sculptural heels, Alberta Ferretti’s women first captivate with their silhouettes—elongated and liquid. A canvas of blacks, hematite, and dark grays is expertly woven with deceptive shades like plum and adorned with seductive hints of ruby and cherry red. Cosmetic undertones of powder, turquoise, and teal complete the enchanting palette. On closer inspection, textures intermingle—a symphony of wool, velvet, tartan, chiffon, devorè, fil coupè, lace, and macramé.
This wardrobe converges masculine tailoring with ethereal slip dresses, flawless suits, leather blousons, trench coats morphing into capes, and dresses weaving intricate transparencies. Shearling coats embrace veiled tunics, reconciling fragility with tenacity through graceful precision. A nocturnal bloom, a cascade of smoky elegance, manifests within Alberta Ferretti’s collection—an ode to seductive nights and whispered allure.
If you are traveling to Greece, you will find this brand and many other coveted Italian designers at the luxurious multibrand Eponymo stores and all those monobrand boutiques introduced to the Greek market by the Gruppo Pagoni.