Valentino Couture: Expanding Style Horizons with Calabasas Clans

Valentino Couture: A Sight to Behold in Calabasas 

By Godfrey Deeny 

Published on Jan 25, 2024 

A chaotic scene ensued in Hollywood at Valentino with numerous fans eagerly trying to get a glimpse of the multi-generational Jenners who were attending the house's latest couture event. 

The matriarch of the clan, Chris Jenner, formerly known as Chris Kardashian, her daughter Kylie Jenner and granddaughter Stormy Jenner were all seen swiftly ascending the steps to attend the show housed inside the notable Valentino headquarters in Paris. 

This luxurious venue is recognized as the epitome of elegance in couture, situated in the heart of Place Vendome. Among these iconic figures were notable personalities such as Jennifer Lopez, accompanied by her talent manager Benny Medina, and model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. 

Moments before the show commenced, young Stormy was seen amusing herself with feather boas and scarves, alongside Giancarlo Giammetti, the long-time partner of Signor Valentino. Despite little interaction between Jennifer Lopez and the Jenner clan, everyone was there for a unique purpose - to experience first-hand the innovative designs showcased by leading couturier Pierpaolo Piccioli. 

This occasion served as a reminder of Piccioli's remarkable talent with color and his uncanny ability to elevate contemporary couture. The centerpiece of this collection was Piccioli's clever reimagination of clothes, inspired by elaborate pieces of jewelry, luxurious furs, and exotic skins, all fashioned from materials such as delicate organza, silk mesh, metallic wool, and felt. The presentation could be characterized as an unparalleled technical feat, one showcasing groundbreaking techniques mastered by artisans. 

A crowd, comprising Parisian and Milanese fashion editors who possess an intricate understanding of couture, stood witness to this spectacle. 

With opera singer Maria Callas' poignant version of 'Un Bel dì Vedremo' from 'Madame Butterfly' providing the mesmerizing soundtrack, Piccioli demonstrated his vision for the season - flamboyant outfits donned in bold shades, ranging from peacock green to rosy pink to a vibrant shade of raspberry. Piccioli's mastery of color theory shone throughout, tying together the dramatic collection seamlessly. The finale was undeniably risqué, featuring transparent gazar tops and purlin cady tops, revealing glimpses of lingerie. 

The show concluded by laudably naming each member of the tailor's team involved in creating each outfit, celebrating the hard work of Valentino's Roman atelier, and notably acknowledging the Parisian house of Hurel, responsible for embroidering 50,000 crystals onto one spectacular dress. Given the caliber of the collection, it is no surprise Piccioli named it 'Valentino Le Salon'. 

This was undoubtedly a tribute to everyone involved and, above all, to Piccioli himself for his instrumental role.