Moncler Genius unveils the 1 Moncler Pierpaolo Piccioli collection

Following Craig Green's wearable art and 1017 ALYX 9SM's minimalist aesthetic, it is now Pierpaolo Piccioli's turn to unveil his collaboration with Moncler, the final chapter of the Moncler Genius project inaugurated by Remo Ruffini in February 2018 and launched month by month that involves fashion talents such as Simone Rocha and Francesco Ragazzi from Palm Angels reinterpreting the codes of the brand. Valentino's designer takes the iconic puffer from the company founded in 1952 in Monestier-de-Clermont and turns it into a breathtaking series of voluminous laqué nylon dresses, floor-length, full-skirts, capes and hooded jackets with goose down seams. Available in a palette ranging from black and white to pastel pink and daffodil yellow, the items are made even more special by motifs inspired by the prints of African fabrics, created in collaboration with model Liya Kebede, who with her brand Lemlem actively supports local craftsmanship.

I am after a balance of dreaminess, extravagance and soulfulness - said Piccioli, recounting the partnership with the Ethiopian model - I involved Liya Kebede, who is an active supporter of african artisans with her label Lemlem, in the process, creating something true to her, to Moncler and to my own sensibility. Connecting diversities is my idea of inclusive creativity. 

The capsule creations combine the tailoring and flair typical of Haute Couture with Moncler's functionality and African folk decorations. The result is both fascinating and extravagant. The entire collection is available in Moncler boutiques, on the brand website and in selected stores worldwide. 

Piccioli's work was celebrated in Paris during the last leg of the Moncler Genius World Tour, during the week dedicated to Haute Couture. The clothes from the collection designed by Valentino's creative director in collaboration with Liya Kebede were presented in the rooms of the Musée Picasso, a location that gave the clothes an even more regal and artistic look.