*New Collection
Prada December Issue 2023
Cinematic Dreams Meet Couture Reality
written Sarah Arendts
Sitting at the nexus of cinematic allure and sartorial craftsmanship is Prada’s December Issue 2023 collection, and LE MILE is here to offer a front-row view.
The silver screen has always been Prada's playground, a world where timeless characters come alive, dripping in emotion, story, and inevitably, impeccable style. This season, the brand journeys through the celluloid archives of the 20th century, breathing life into yesteryears' icons with an added flair of today.
For the femme forces, there's a dance between the delicate and the powerful. Envision a world where fragility entwines with fierce determination. It’s a realm where the classic and the whimsical clash in the most harmonious way. The practical is laced with the plush, turning everyday wear into something spectacular. Feathers playfully flirt with hems, while the traditionally masculine overcoat undergoes a glamorous transformation through duchesse satin.
The materials used are both a nod to classics and a gentle push into the future. The stretch raso clings close, tracing every curve with grace, reminding one of vintage Hollywood glamour but with the sophistication of modern-day. Then there's a symphony in details: from crystal buttons mimicking bijoux to microscopic chains holding the essence of a dress together.
The men aren’t left behind in this cinematic dream. Their world is one of romantic heroism, of long, sweeping coats that billow with enigmatic allure. Silk tailoring, abstract floral sketches, and a nod to minimalism, all reflect Prada's signature touch. Remember those days of Hawaiian silk patterned shirts? Prada does, and they’ve brought it back, a memory of a sun-drenched era.
Knitwear takes center stage for both genders. It’s a tactile experience - sensual, comfortable, and so distinctly unique. Women can bask in the nostalgia of twinsets, and men can wrap themselves in the gentle embrace of oversized cashmere wonders.
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Not to be forgotten are Prada's iconic accessories, a realm where old meets new. Vintage enthusiasts will delight in the resurgence of the Spring/Summer 1995 dress. Bags, the stalwarts of any outfit, undergo a rejuvenation, with classics like the Galleria, Odette, and Cleo shining in patent finishes.
Ending on footwear, Prada presents a range that is the epitome of the brand - slingbacks, sandals, mules, and more. Men can opt for minimal designs crafted in brushed leather and patent, embodying a quiet luxury.
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