Since its establishment in 2006, Greta Constantine has swiftly ascended as a premier choice for red carpet and gala attire, a characteristic deeply ingrained in the brand’s DNA from the very beginning. For the spring season, designer Kirk Pickersgill embarked on a journey to rekindle the early fashion vibes that set the brand in motion. “This season, I thought, ‘Let me be true to myself,'” Pickersgill expressed. “It was all about reaffirming my identity as a designer, delving into our archives, revisiting pieces that have been with us since the outset, and reimagining them for the future.”
Naturally, there was a fresh aura to infuse into the brand’s hallmark formalwear. Pickersgill confided that he’d been immersing himself in femme fatale films of late, drawn to the dark yet glamorous ensembles that screen villains like May Day (Grace Jones) and Lynn Bracken (Kim Basinger) donned. “These enigmatic characters are always draped in black,” remarked Pickersgill, “and I thought, ‘Why not infuse some beauty and color into it?'” The outcome was a captivating assortment of party dresses that commanded the spotlight.
Pickersgill’s magenta silk-faille cape, complemented by a strapless red column gown, exuded a presence worthy of a Bond girl (or villain). Similarly, his sheer, black polka-dotted tulle gown, elegantly layered over a gold sequin dress, made a statement. However, a true Greta Constantine collection would be incomplete without the label’s trademark vibrant colors and voluminous silhouettes. The abstract-print bubble dresses and floor-length gowns, featuring a melange of bold shades such as blue, orange, and pink, were meticulously crafted from an array of fabrics, from lamé to silk wool. The sleek black gown, accentuated by a ruffled chartreuse bodice, delivered the perfect amount of head-turning flair. “When you step out, you want to make an impact, even from a distance,” emphasized Pickersgill.
