In the whirl of today’s fashion trends, designers Hannibal Laguna and Roberto Torretta champion clothing that wears well through quality mold making and careful tailoring, believing that sustainability comes with responsible consumption.
Maintaining lasting commercial relevance in a sector shaken by constant upheaval is a testament to steady effort, all while preserving the brand’s quality and core identity.
Thus, the Alicante based designer Hannibal Laguna revisits the wardrobe to mark the 35th fashion anniversary with iconic designs that feel refreshed. The updated designer releases a collection that Embraces a more contemporary tone while still celebrating the house’s heritage.
For this moment, the muse, the model, and now actress Gödeliv Van den Brandt took the runway. A sharp silhouette with a dramatic skirt opening and voluminous sleeves stood out, a nod to a timeless aesthetic.
The silhouette contrasts with other pieces that feature tightly cinched waists, loose kaftans, and elegant empire cuts designed for celebration wear.
Mediterranean, Andalusian, and Madrid influences shape a collection that hints at a Goyesque spirit from 19th century portraits, with collars and shoulder straps. The delicate handiwork includes hand-embroidered cord thread, a detail long associated with bullfighting attire and its refined craft. (Attribution: Fashion Week Madrid)
Jeweled dresses adorned with Swarovski crystals remain a core element of the house, treated as unique statements within each creation.
Torn fringes along the bodice and sleeves juxtapose with gowns crafted from the finest embroidered Granada mantles, while small reverse pleats introduce movement to skirts and dresses.
Roberto Torretta goes back to his roots
Designer Roberto Torretta, born in Buenos Aires in 1950, returns to his core strengths by focusing on seamless, minimalist sewing in a new line where masculine and feminine silhouettes are harmoniously blended.
“I want to preserve the company’s identity,” explains the Argentine designer who now resides in Spain, noting that fashion and contemporary life move rapidly. (Attribution: Fashion Week Madrid)
Speaking on the pace of trends, Torretta admits that rabid fashion cycles can feel uncomfortable, and his Madrid showcase presented a collection built on painstaking sewing and precise pattern making, with draped dresses featuring sophisticated pleats that emphasize the feminine silhouette.
A leather collection update demonstrates Torretta’s mastery of the material through a minimalist short dress cut with flawless edge work. “Leather is a material I love to work with; it is old and enduring,” he states. His signature remains designer elegance, with a clear emphasis on fabric and pattern construction as a lasting craft. (Attribution: Fashion Week Madrid)