CECILIE BAHNSEN LAUNCHES FW24 COLLECTION
For Fall Winter 2024, a new expression of Cecilie’s vision is presented with a focus on clashing materials: high gloss leather against soft barely-there organza, shiny nylon paired with matte knits. The silhouettes are shorter and poufier than ever before, each created with a sense of affection and passion. Chunky oversized cable knits are draped over soft dresses, creating a wintery feel, while transparent layers reference the sensuality of Victorian-inspired night gowns, crafted from liquid-like fabric, hardly skimming the body. Oversized organza hoods, reminiscent of fairytale motifs, are worn with outerwear and knits. Cropped, fitted leather jackets, skirts and dresses are crafted from high gloss leather infusing a darker romance into the collection, while staying true to signature feminine silhouettes
The fabric in the collection focuses on re-imagining flat surfaces like organza, nylon and cotton with embroidery and lazer cutting techniques, transforming them into 3D textiles full of movement, sound, texture and emotion. Large scale floral embroideries feature throughout, inspired by Kiki Smith´s etchings of flowers. Cotton is bonded with silver vinyl and laser cut with infinite tiny flowers, creating an ever-blooming fabric. We continue to build upon our meaningful partnership with Nona Source to reinterpret leftover fabrics. This season using seemingly endless meters of the finest organza to create decadent ruffles adding texture and life across the silhouettes.
Starting the runway show with 13 all-black looks, the colour palette embraces a new energy, transitioning from dark and moody into dreamy, nearly ghostly, whites and greys. A hint of indigo denim and rich navy knits are balanced by the softest tones of white and light greys with subtle hints of sand and fall browns. A flicker of silver and shiny, glossy textures offer tactility and edge.
Cecilie continues her ongoing collaboration with British heritage brand Mackintosh, creating oversized and sculptural coats and jackets. Crafted from bonded cotton these styles offer a structural counterpoint to soft silk dresses. Coming together once again with ASICS, furthering this exciting partnership that pushes the boundaries of sneaker design. This season, the two brands present brown and black trainers covered in exaggerated glossy flowers.
Alongside the brands own floral boots, Cecilie has teamed up with Diemme to create a heavy, short boot hand embroidered in Cecilie’s Copenhagen atelier, and with ECCO Leather, who produce some of the world’s best leather, continuing to explore new extensions of the brand’s universe.
Titled “The Bite,” the runway collection is presented at Palais de Tokyo. Working together with MOON and Special Collaboration Artist, Casper Sejersen, the show centers around a large-scale installation of an Apple created by 10 Tons. Collaborating alongside casting director Emma Matell, models reflect the mood of this season’s collection, with their distinct personalities brought to the forefront. Models walk the runway accompanied by the sounds of Danish music composer, August Rosenbaum, to an experimental soundtrack that reworks Robyn’s song “Don’t Fucking Tell Me What to Do,” echoing the limitless possibilities of Cecilie Bahnsen’s creative vision.
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