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In Paris, Pierpaolo Piccioli debuted a whimsical collection for Valentino Fall 2017, only adding to the delicate romanticism of season’s past. Although not “sexy” by definition, with Victorian necklines and flowy silhouettes these designs spoke to a free-spirited audience. Models walked the runway to the music of the Oscar Winning movie Moonlight and Lion as they donned a free-flowing hairstyle to match the mood. Guido Palau, Global Creative Director for Redken, explains the inspiration for the look below and gives us the steps to get the look.

Although the clothes were a classic showing of Dolce & Gabbana fashion, animal prints, lace, sequins and velvet full of flair – the models were something of a twist. Non-models in the form of influencers, celebrity offspring and even royalty graced the stage for a show like no other. With a live performance from singer Austin Mahone, these “models” sauntered down the leopard printed catwalk in all ages and sizes, giving an attainable vibe to the collection. Individuality seemed to be the theme at most shows this year and when it came to the hair, Dolce & Gabbana was no exception.

Structured coats, color blocking and accentuations of the female form strolled down the runway as Bottega Veneta created their own era by way of a new silhouette. With belted jackets, high necklines puffed sleeves, tailored waistlines, and a pantsuit or two; they aimed to show off a classic feminine feel for the modern woman. The men debuted with fitted jackets and coats with the occasional bow tie and natural textured hair to match. Accompanying the traces of dusty rose, pale yellow and pastel blue, the women wore a soft twisted upstyle with a modernized ‘40’s flair.