Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XVII

2 3 3 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Powerfully-shouldered white denim jackets and black leather biker jackets with open-laced sleeves appear alongside iconic Versace leather and denim, creating stature and symbolic imagery, with strong, dynamic lines and bold edges that harden the look into something that combines retro with contemporary. Denim Jeanswear is elaborate and refined, with classic colours intermingled with white jeans cut and embroidered with flourishing baroque swirls, or laser-cut black jeans that are hand-frayed and outspoken with a rough and urbanised look. Versace once again brings together a range of eclectic and diverse styles that are connected through clever design motifs and visible undercurrents of classic and contemporary themes. With a mixture of formality and rebellious non-conformity, the overall balance is engaging and typically polished. White underwear and classic swimwear have clean, strong Roman influences. Paired with luxurious towels and togas made from pure white Versace sheets, the mood is one of splendour and elegant comfort. Details are typically set off with precision and elegance, with rope chain Medusa bracelets, delicate gold necklaces, ankle chains and medallions that convey miniature fragrance bottles. Picnic bags carry high quality Versace home wares – indeed, the catwalk set itself for the runway show celebrated Versace Home, with Vanitas chairs, Medusa plates and silk pillows as luxurious dressing to the stylish and glamorous collection. Versace delivers again with a collection that covers a wide range of themes, and offers an exclusive glimpse into the elegance and characteristic variety that one would expect from this superb house of style.