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Sarah Burton’s debut for Givenchy was nothing short of breathtaking. Taking inspiration from a hidden archive of Hubert de Givenchy’s original patterns from 1952, Burton built a collection that felt both deeply rooted in the house’s history and undeniably fresh.
Burton’s work has always been about the dualities of femininity—strength and softness, precision and fluidity. Here, she stripped things down to their essence. There were no distractions, no unnecessary embellishments, just the purity of cut and form. She described her process as “almost like a fetishization of each object,” an obsession with getting every shape just right.
The show opened with a statement: a black fishnet catsuit, subtly stamped with the Givenchy name and year of its founding. From there, Burton introduced her vision through sculpted hourglass coats, dramatic jackets, and geometric baby doll dresses. Her expertise in tailoring was unmistakable, with jackets featuring spiraling seams that twisted around the body and pants that revealed surprising cutouts along the back. There was a sharpness to the collection, but also a sensuality—bare backs, cinched waists, and flowing trains created a perfect balance.
Burton, who spent over two decades at Alexander McQueen, has always had an intimate relationship with craftsmanship. Here, she stripped things back to the essentials: shape, form, and construction. The raw edges on tuxedo jackets and dresses gave the impression of garments still being created, emphasizing the hands-on artistry of couture. She kept embellishments minimal—a single pearl earring, a feathered shoe—allowing the impeccable cuts and fabrics to shine.
Black dominated, but Burton introduced bursts of lemon yellow and soft floral embroidery to break up the severity. The final look—a stunning tulle gown in a sunshine hue—was a moment of pure joy.
Perhaps what made this show feel so significant was its understanding of the modern woman. For a first collection, this was an undeniable success. Burton honored Givenchy’s legacy while firmly establishing her own vision. If this is just the beginning, then the future of Givenchy under her direction looks incredibly promising.
Pictures courtesy of Vogue Runway
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