Christian Dior F/W 2003

Trips to China and Japan inspired Galliano to create a ready-to-wear collection that displayed a kaleidoscope of East-West references contrasted with modern fetish styles. Models sported looks of crystal-embroidered duchesse-satin, massive fur coats, wispy chiffon football jerseys, and extravagant layers of ruffled organza, with rubber leggings and skirts cross-laced up the front, completed with multicolor Kabuki face makeup to fit the cultured theme.

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What a Merry-Go-Round, Alexander McQueen F/W 2001

Flickering lights, the sound of children laughing, and pallid clown makeup was McQueen’s mise-en-scène of a carnival nightmare. The show was staged on a carousel with an eerie backdrop of giant stuffed animals, moving puppets, balloons, and ragged circus toys. When the frantic pace finally slowed down, several macabre characters emerged wearing massive ruffles, centuries-old suits, and beat up lace.

ESG - What She Came For (Franz Ferdinand Cover)