The Gown Report

Words: Amy Sessions

For S/S20 the runways played host to impactmaking gowns in all forms, from modern, clean and minimal high-shine at Givenchy to Elie Saab’s regal embellishments

Floral A perennial favourite for wedding season, florals came in many forms for S/S20 from modern neon at Cong Tri to undone romance at Kristina Fidelskaya. Alex ander McQueen conjured hand-crafted lace into floral forms that gave a nod to Victoriana. The Hero Brands: Giambattista Valli, Alexander McQueen, Kristina Fidelskaya, Cong Tri

Movement Feathers took centre stage, evoking a sense of movement and magic on the runway. It’s an ideal investment if you’re looking for an impactful gown eschewing subtlety for boldness. Prabal Gurung’s monochrome offering played with proportions while Ralph & Russo delivered screen siren allure with feather-trimmed silk gowns cut to the floor. The Hero Brands: Prabal Gurung, Ralph & Russo, Rahul Mishra, Valentino

Elie Saab

Versailles Think powder pastels, oversized bows, ruffles and grandeur for event season. Elie Saab created ele vated, elegant silhouettes that felt regal and refined while Aelis dared to dream up undiscovered dimen sions for their Couture show with giant ruffles in the softest lavender tulle. The Hero Brands: Cong Tri, Aelis, Elie Saab, Zuhair Murad

High Shine Fabrics felt appropriately indulgent for wedding season. For S/S20, Oscar de la Renta added a Grecian feel to golden pleats and Cong Tri cut the highest quality silk into forms which evoked molten metal. Givenchy stole the show with a modern floor-length gown that was nothing short of show-stopping. The Hero Brands: Cong Tri, Elie Saab, Oscar de la Renta, Givenchy, Zuhair Murad Cong Tri

Oscar de la Renta