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Clashing textures with silks, woolen fringes
and pom poms also gave the outfits a subtle complexity. Some
models wore ornate beaded hats in the style of traditional
tribal headpieces.
American actress Gwyneth Paltrow and models Heidi Klum and Naomi
Campbell figured among the stars on the front row at the Paris
runway show late on Wednesday.
Hadid sported a kimono-inspired lilac gown, complete with
gemstone-encrusted white, jade and orange embroidery and a
colossal bow resting askew on her shoulders.
Piccioli has been Valentino's sole creative director since 2016
but has been with the label since 1999. His bouffant dresses and
vibrant use of color have garnered the brand fresh acclaim after
founder Valentino Garavani retired in 2007.
One surprise on the runway came in a green dress and glittering
trench coat, as 75-year-old model Lauren Hutton wowed the crowd
in four-inch mustard heels and sparkling fuchsia gloves.
The fashion house said in a note that the collection aimed to
celebrate individuality, diversity and inclusivity.
After the finale, Piccioli walked the runway hand-in-hand with
the team of women and seamstresses who crafted the intricate
pieces.
The label's Qatari owners, investment vehicle Mayhoola, had
examined plans to list Valentino on Milan's stock market,
sources told Reuters in late 2017, although the company has been
evasive about such plans since.
The show wrapped up this season's Couture Fashion Week, where an
elite club of top-end designers show off elaborate, hand-made
creations.
The event ends on Thursday as with jewelery brands presenting
their high-end collections.
(Writing by Rachel Joyner; Editing by Sarah White and Andrew
Heavens)
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