Although fashion blogs tend to report forecasted or recent trends, I have been fawning over Dolce & Gabbana's Fall 2013 collection this past week. I adore the ornate old-world regality mixed with religious iconography and baroque glamour. Inspired by the Venetian and Byzantine mosaics of Sicily's Cathedral of Monreale, the dresses, jewellery, rosaries, and crowns are lavish works of art. The silhouettes range from sheaths to goddessly gown to vintage-inspired fit and flare. This is truly one of my favourite collections ever, the embodiment of Italian extravagance.
A decadent marriage of black lace and mosaics
Chalice-gold bustiers and belts.
Noir lace and ornate rosaries.
High waists and fit-and-flare coats add a vintage touch.
Beautiful embroidery
Devilish red lace
Adorned like a queen.
Entwined with opulent gold roses.
Shoes inspired by mosaics and floral cages.
