paco benaVEnte - fashion show report
by Vincent Urbani
Paco Benavente’s world is a universe where sartorial elegance, timelessness, modernity and tradition connects. In the backstage of his new fashion show Capriccio per Benavente, all of this comes together in an environment that works in an extremely cohesive way.
All the people involved in the casting are striking individuals with strong, powerful personalities, making it clear how important the entire image-creation process is to Paco, from start to finish. Colors, shapes and volumes merge perfectly with the subjects, going beyond the distinction between masculine and feminine lines and creating a world where the only unifying element is creativity and artistry.
There are many ways to communicate, each designer certainly has their own, but what stands out here within Paco’s vision is a powerful personality that expresses itself without following any set rules. One that knows how to perfectly marry the most classic elegance with modern times, contributing to a societal shift, a redefinition of identity, lines and forms.
Benavente’s previous show left a lasting impression on fashion scene and now, with his new collection, he raises the bar even higher with the decision to expand his vision to include both menswear and womenswear.
A manifesto to his free, expressive view of the body and the act of dressing.
No narrow definitions,
Benavente invites us to embrace self-expression in its natural form.
The collection is a celebration of the beauty of excess with rich ornamentation, dramatic details and a theatrical spirit, all reimagined through a modern lens. The balance is very delicate: elegant and daring at the same time.
I can’t help but feel that this is exactly what fashion should be: a playground for creativity and a challenge to the ordinary.
photos and words by Vincent Urbani