In the past few years, Celine has not been limited to the format of series releases. In addition to flexibly arranging catwalk times, it will also use short videos to present its exquisite clothing designs ingeniously. The films were filmed in locations that emphasize the brand’s cultural history, from Château Vaux-le-Vicomte outside Paris to Monaco’s Stade Louis II to the south of France. Not overflowing with strong French style.
Celine's 2024 summer women's wear series is once again presented in a short film. This time the work is called "Tomboy" and was directed by the brand's creative director Hedi Slimane. It was shot at the Bibliothèque Nationale in Paris opposite the brand studio. La Bibliothèque Nationale). The library is one of the oldest cultural institutions in Paris and has housed the French royal collection of the world's most precious books, manuscripts, precious objects and works of art since the late Middle Ages.
The theme of the latest summer women's clothing series is "Tomboy", which means "tomboy" in popular terms. It aims to eliminate the traditional labels of men's clothing or women's clothing and return to the shape, silhouette and attitude of the clothing itself. This latest series continues Slimane's consistent design style. Through mature tailoring and clever design, it breaks away from gender stereotypes and writes neutral style and charm.
Young and energetic college students walked with dynamic steps into the library hall filled with books, turning this quiet place into a show for them to release their nature. They either wear leopard print jackets, mini skirts or shorts, and stiff boots; or they wear plaid boxer briefs with knee-high cowboy boots, platform shoes, cashmere boots, etc., and shuttle between rows of neat desks. They are like bohemian and rebellious teenagers, wearing leather headphones collaborated by the brand and Master & Dynamic. They are like being immersed in a silent concert, strolling among various art treasures. The picture is both full of visual impact and extremely powerful. The beauty of harmony.
The 2024 summer series brings a variety of casual, relaxed and fashionable items: college-style blazers, tweed jackets, thick knitwear, etc., as well as leather pants with ties and buckles on both sides, embroidered Chain skirt and tailored bat shirt. Leather tracksuits are paired with velvet track pants and a simple old leather biker jacket. At the same time, the series also contains many mature and practical looks, such as long skirts paired with blazers and over-the-knee boots, as well as jeans or leather pants, showing a diverse and fashionable look.
In terms of evening wear, the collection also presents a variety of miniskirts and tulle gowns, among which a golden satin dress is the most eye-catching, sparkling and exuding a dangerous and ambiguous sexy atmosphere. Slimane interprets this lazy and voluptuous atmosphere vividly, and you can completely feel its charming charm under the spotlight of the nightclub. The collection concludes with a black and white single-breasted suit, bringing the season to a perfect end.
The clothing launch video of Celine's 2024 summer women's wear series specially invited James Murphy of the LCD Soundsystem band, who is world-renowned in the independent music field, to sing an extended version of "Too Much Love" for the show. This song It first appeared on the musician's 2005 album of the same name. Through the melody, it sets a dance-y and rhythmic tone for the entire film.
