No. 21 Resort 24

Alessandro Dell’Acqua’s resort collection exudes an air of lightness, not only in terms of a summery feel but also as a state of mind. Seeking to evoke a certain mood, Dell’Acqua aimed to transport the wearer through his designs.

Summertime for Dell’Acqua is synonymous with the sensuous touch of a delicate chiffon dress against the skin or the effortless fluidity of a bias-cut slip in silk charmeuse, reminiscent of vintage silhouettes from the 1930s and 1940s. However, Dell’Acqua’s approach is more erotic than romantic, intentionally maintaining a slightly disheveled aesthetic as if the looks were assembled hastily, without much concern for being perfectly polished.

In this collection, Dell’Acqua explores transparencies, incorporating them into skirt suits, pajamas, and ruched detailed dresses. These pieces are juxtaposed with lingerie-inspired slips adorned with Chantilly lace or bias-cut dresses featuring gracefully trailing hems that pool around the ankles. While there is a hint of vintage flair, it is effortlessly counterbalanced by a laid-back attitude, embracing a nonchalant allure.

Dell’Acqua’s pragmatic sensibility aligns with a touch of unconventionality. While his creations are undoubtedly wearable, they never lack character, both for daytime and evening wear. By playing with contrasts between androgyny and femininity, Dell’Acqua keeps his designs in tune with the zeitgeist, adding a nuanced twist to his interpretation of seduction.

For instance, a black tailored smoking pantsuit exudes a relaxed attitude when paired with a pristine white shirt featuring both a bow tie and a string of pearls. Similarly, a structured masculine car coat in black canvas takes on an evening-appropriate role, embellished with embroidered palm trees in shiny black crystals.

While Dell’Acqua is drawn to a sense of ethereality, he maintains a balanced collection with solid and realistic options, emphasizing that “lightness shouldn’t be synonymous with inconsistency.”