The Look:

Valentino butterfly dress (on sale here!)

Valentino rockstud pumps (older; many other colorways of rockstud pumps available here)

Edie Parker bespoke acrylic clutch (various ready-to-wear options here and here)

Matthew Williamson statement necklace (older; other colors here)

Dior earrings (similar here at a very budget-friendly price)

The Trend:

Butterflies.

Perhaps it is their elegant semblance. Perhaps it is the way they flit about earth seemingly without a care. Or perhaps it is the metamorphosis and transformation and rebirth that they represent.

I am not certain of the precise reason, but I have always felt drawn to these beautiful creatures in a powerful way.

Needless to say, I was thrilled when they started landing on runways and collections earlier this year. When I saw that Valentino was doing a butterfly collection, I knew the pieces would be absolutely exquisite. Of course, I absolutely adore everything Valentino does. Add butterflies to the mix, and my heart was all aflutter!

When wearing this dress, I truly feel like I am wearing a piece of art. In fact, I first chose to wear this dress in Italy to a private tour of the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel. Art amongst the art. Needless to say, it was a very special moment. The fabric, the colors, the texture, and the pattern — everything about this dress is impeccable.

Would you like to try the butterfly trend? There is something light and airy and freeing about wearing them. Whether you prefer an elegant take on the trend (like this one) or a more casual approach, whether sophisticated or quirky, whether literal or abstract, here are some butterfly options for you…

1. Valentino butterfly dress (on sale here!)

2. Givenchy pencil dress (here)

3. Givenchy cropped bomber jacket (here)

4. Temperley London mini dress (here)

5. Equipment pajamas (here)

6. Band of Outsiders chiffon top (on sale here!)

7. Givenchy sweatshirt (here)

 

Photos by Ashley Beatrice