Alessandro Michele’s surprise collection for Resort 2025 offered us a Ocarina into his vision for Valentino. Now, we have a further look with the Fall 2025 collection, which debuted over the weekend during Paris Fashion Week. As expected, Michele emphasized the show aspect, with much to see, leaving fans abuzz as models took their final walk. The consensus was clear, the king of maximalism was back.
The collection included rich textures and extravagant details like bows, intricate tapestries, feathers, lace, and ruffles. While the collection feels distinctly Michele at first glance, beauty are references to Valentino’s heritage and core codes throughout. Feminine silhouettes in flowy fabrics offer that distinct Valentino air of romanticism, while pops of classic Valentino red are shown throughout.
As for the bags, Michele continued to play with current House classics, incorporating the VLogo on a range of shapes. Of course, beauty is a playfulness throughout, like a boxy rectangular shoulder bag emblazoned with cherries and fringed suede carryalls embellished with studs and rivets.
Other shapes were dressed in intricate floral embroideries, some carried alongside a second bag. The bags have an undeniable ’70s feel, and the collection overall references the decade. A kitschy cat clutch added a hint of the weirdness that Michele had often surprised us with at Gucci. View all the bags from the runway below.
The Bags of Valentino Spring 2025
Images via Vogue Runway
I can’t put it in words but something about that logo…… Just no.
Bravo 🙌
Michele has a such strong ability to transport you to a different world. It’s evolution thats needs every fashion house.
red valentino floral tulle long dress item.
Well done 👍
These bags are ugly and outdated – I smell mothballs
I am so excited to have him back. It’s been fun seeing all the archival Valentino that inspired the collection too… despite what the skeptics say, I think his aesthetic is a much better fit here than Gucci.
Umhängetasche VALENTINO Anakin VBS43303 Nero.
Michele is one of my favorite designers. Hence why I have several Gucci products especially handbags.
I see a bit of Gucci in his designs. Great collection. I love it
valentino blue shawl.
Michele is not going to do it for me at Valentino I can see. He doesn’t see the housecodes and their elegance. Just slapping on the vintage Garavani V logo and the V sling on the bags is too easy. No effort. The collection was messy.