Valentino SS27 Antilibrary collection arrives at Paris library
Alessandro Michele presented his Spring/Summer 2027 Valentino Antilibrary collection on the runway at Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève in Paris.
Runway show features contrasting styles
The presentation displayed glamorous womenswear made with lace and feathers alongside casual menswear that highlighted exposed boxers. Michele described the garments as imaginative relics designed to transcend standard commercial functionality. Some pieces were created to appear only once during the show while others are intended for wardrobes.
Designer compares fashion to unread books
Creative director Alessandro Michele referenced writer Umberto Eco when defining the antilibrary concept as a collection of books that remain unread. He stated that every season garments follow different trajectories ranging from fleeting images to cherished items. The collection forms a joyful reservoir of forms and aesthetic sensibilities for inhabiting the body.
Show notes explain artistic vision
Michele shared that the realm of the collection transcends the logic of functionality and consumption. The first looks began with women's wear featuring floral lace, satins, and ruched details. These elements set the tone for the entire presentation at the historic library venue.
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