Chaos is a prevalent theme in 2025, and it took center stage at Haute Couture Week with Alessandro Michele's debut as Valentino's creative director. His Spring/Summer 25 collection, "Vertigineux," is defined as an attempt to enumerate all the elements belonging to the maelstrom within each ensemble: history, materials, references, etc.

For Alessandro, the significance of "etc." is paramount as he presents dresses where historical allusions coexist in a kaleidoscope that confronts different eras, philosophical thoughts, and cinematic references. To appreciate this collection, the audience must step away from order and focus on the coexistence of each visual element (prints, fabrics, silhouettes, and shapes) in this maximalist world.

These 48 dresses are grounded in Umberto Eco's book "The Vertigo of Lists." Each look is a non-grammatical list of material and immaterial components that culminates in the connection of elements not commonly seen juxtaposed. Thus, Valentino invites us to consider how these elements relate in a present where harmony and minimalism have dominated trends.

Michele's distinctive touch is clearly evident in his first Haute Couture collection, as he introduces techniques rarely seen in this branch of fashion, such as patchwork, as well as colors and textures with ample room for exploration in fashion.

The future of Valentino is attracting attention, and the world is watching.