A return to Rome and to the idea of classical beauty. A symbolic place of Rome's rebirth, the MAXXI Museum (National Museum of 21st Century Arts), designed by Zaha Hadid, whose sinuous, sculptural lines, - now a symbol of contemporary Rome - dialogue with Antonio Grimaldi's creations.
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An inspiration that comes from the 1950s and is linked to atmospheres inextricably united with the sartorial know-how typical of that period, when Rome was a riot of ateliers and handmade craftsmen, and to a lifestyle of rebirth and gentleness, as well as to the affirmation of Italian fashion as an expression of aesthetic sensitivity and craftsmanship.
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Thus was born a tribute to Rome and to the great lions of Roman haute couture, from Fausto Sarli to Roberto Capucci, from Fernanda Gattinoni to Pino Lancetti: personal icons of mastery for Antonio Grimaldi, who brings to the catwalk a collection inspired by the great Roman couturiers, with lines, shapes and colours revisited according to the stylistic canons of the Antonio Grimaldi Maison.
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On the catwalk 33 looks, full of sartorial virtuosity typical of haute couture that are divided between couture suits, evening mini-dresses, grand gowns and opulent balloon dresses.
The colour palette is characterized by soft, cool colours, at times acidic or electric but nonetheless luminous: green, wisteria, indigo, orange, and yellow juxtaposed with grey and in vivid contrast to the black and white dresses, inspired by the glorious era of Roman cinematography.
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Among the leitmotifs of the collection are the lapel found on the necklines of some dresses or on the backs of others. Again, the maxi capes on several outfits drawing huge trains or creating maxi bows that celebrate couture, as well as the large ruffles turning into one-shoulder capes with imposing volumes.
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Dresses with all-over embellishments ranging from the application of ton sur ton feathers to degradée sequin bangs. As well as satin gold embroideries in warm tones contrasting with metallic embroideries in steel, silver, semiprecious stones and plexiglass.
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Among the fabrics: taffeta, crêpe cady doubled with gazar giving structure to the dresses, and soft liquid organza with ombré design.
Concluding the catwalk is the wedding dress that pays homage to the architectural constructions of Maestro Roberto Capucci, featuring a maxi ruffle and a long tail at the back.
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Voluminous and sculptural fascinators falling over the face complete the looks.
The soundtrack is by composers Vittorio Montalti and Giulia Tagliavia and performed live by internationally renowned pianist Gloria Campaner, considered one of Italy's greatest interpreters of classical music.
