ODE TO THE DAZZLING ELEGANCE OF THE 1920’S

The collection’s white summer cashmere flannels further enhance the narrative, drawing inspiration from two seemingly disparate realms: the effortless sophistication of F. Scott Fitzgerald and the timeless appeal of cricket whites. This clever duality—luxurious leisure versus refined sportswear—captures the essence of Slimane’s vision, bridging elegance and ease with a precision that few can match.

Footwear, too, gets the full 1920s treatment. Slimane reinterprets Richelieu shoes, monks, and tapered derbies with a modern dandy in mind. These shoes anchor the collection in historical authenticity while simultaneously propelling it forward, ensuring that the wearer embodies a man of both past and present.

Floral motifs provide an additional layer of visual intrigue, adorning waistcoats and gilets with intricate English field flowers and Gothic-inspired patterns. Crafted from sequins, crystals, and high-shine pearls, these floral elements weave a narrative of heritage and luxury into each piece, grounding the collection in the beauty of nature while elevating it to haute couture.

But what truly sets *“The Bright Young”* apart is Slimane’s decades-long obsession with British culture, or Anglomania, as he calls it. His fascination with the UK stretches back to his student days at the École du Louvre in the late 1980s, when he began writing an essay on this very subject. From the Comte d’Artois, who introduced Anglomania to Versailles, to the party-loving Stephen Tennant and his glamorous entourage, Slimane’s scholarly intrigue has finally blossomed into this richly layered collection.

As the models stride through the picturesque gardens of Holkham Hall, the historical depth of this collection comes alive. With the majestic strains of Jean-Philippe Rameau’s *“Les Indes Galantes”* in the background—a baroque masterpiece from 1735—the audience is transported to an era where elegance, art, and revelry intertwined. Leading the show is Harry, a fresh-faced 20-year-old British actor and former Etonian, who rides through the estate on a horse named Jupiter, setting the stage for a collection that feels both classical and groundbreaking.

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