Following its 30th-anniversary celebrations, the 61st edition of São Paulo Fashion Week (SPFW) brought the expression of Brazilian culture to the catwalk. The event concluded on October 18 at the Pavilhão das Culturas Brasileiras (Pacubra) in Ibirapuera Park.
The event took place amid political discussions and significant restlessness both in the corridors and backstage. Brazil faces a presidential election on October 25, dividing the country into two opposing poles with starkly diverging opinions. Consequently, this season's fashion reflected a turbulent Brazil across diverse collections.
The catwalks showcased a profusion of trends, featuring heavily layered looks and extensive tailoring. This tailoring was occasionally combined with more informal, sporty pieces. Distinct volumes achieved through precise pattern-making also surprised audiences.
À La Garçonne presented a sheer, sequinned maxi skirt, combined with a top and a military-style parka Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
Martins featured layering with trousers, a sequinned skirt and a sheer jacket Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
Projeto Cria Costura opted for distinct volume with a panelled skirt, a pintucked blouse and a bow belt Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
At other times, tailoring appeared with raw, unfinished edges, as if the final touches were left behind in the rush of daily life. Alternatively, this served as a metaphor that everything is about to happen and can change, remaining in a state of permanent construction.
Dendezeiro paired a blazer with wide-leg jeans and a sweatshirt Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
An unfinished waistcoat by João Pimenta, paired here with straight-leg pinstripe trousers Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
A top made from raw-edged cut strips, creating volume at Santa Resistência Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
Trousers and a blazer with cut-outs and exposed seams at Normando Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
A strapless dress by Aluf, composed of waves of cut-out fabric Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
The sophisticated luxury of beaded embroidery; fringes made of satin, fabric or bugle beads; prints reminiscent of stylised camouflage; and sheer fabrics were also frequently seen.
A beaded crochet swimsuit and fringed skirt at Slama Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
Crystal and bugle bead fringes on a cinched bodysuit at Artemisi Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
Layered sheer dresses with a coat tied at the waist at Uó by Marcelo Sommer Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
A textured skirt and top composed of cut-out and embroidered fabrics at Sou de Algodão plus Ronaldo Fraga Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
A dress featuring a crochet yoke and bust with a sheer overlay at Catarina Mina Credits: @agfotosite
Striped shorts paired with a lurex knit at Foz Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
Hisha presented embroidered trousers and blazers with a fringed leather belt bag Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
At the same time, a certain romanticism emerged in lighter shades such as dusty blues and pinks. Vibrant colours also appeared, ranging from turquoise and navy blue to red, burgundy and orange. Earthy tones had their moment as well.
Light blue paired with wide-leg silver trousers at Lilly Sarti Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
Apartamento 03 featured an interplay of pleats and bold shades Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight
A crochet top and skirt with bugle bead fringes Credits: @Lounchmetrics/spotlight