Space Odyssey

Set design spectacle works to heighten the show experience and intensify the fashion narrative, thanks to the magic conjured by these breathtaking show spaces for the Fall/Winter 2020 runway reveal, with increasing sustainability measures firmly in place.

- TAN SIOK HOON

GUCCI

It was the making of a cinematic catwalk masterpiece that provided the storyline for the Gucci show. “I have always considered the fashion show as a magic event bursting with enchantment,” creative director Alessandro Michele mused. The sanctity of creation and what lies behind the curtains of the runway ritual became the premise for its set design. Upon an environmentally friendly voice message invite via WhatsApp, guests arrived at the Gucci Hub in Milan to be greeted with a backstage scenario of models in robes being prepped for hair and makeup. As the show opened, the sheer pink curtains shrouding a rotating circular space were dramatically dropped to unveil another behind-the-scenes set-up. The models were now being dressed in the season’s new looks before forming a mannequin-style presentation lining the edge within the glass enclosure. As they paraded out for the finale, the creative team took over their spots as Michele shone the spotlight on his band of “skilful hands” to whom he showered lavish acclaim in the show notes.

SAINT LAURENT