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PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Don't miss the Italian fashion house's opening of Paris Fashion Week yesterday, where supermodel Naomi Campbell made a triumphant return to the catwalk as their muse after a 15-year gap.
It was the first haute couture showing of the season for both Versace and Paris Fashion Week, which kicked off in the City of Lights last night.
The luxury label's latest offerings, inspired by the iconic glamour of the black-and-white era in movie history, were flamboyant and rather daring, with several lingerie-like touches.
What's more, Naomi Campbell caused quite a stir as she took to the ramp amid cheers, defying her age of 43 with a perfectly toned figure and flawless complexion.
Here's how it all went down.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Plenty of sparkle and sheer panels were a trademark of the collection, as seen on this peek-a-boo jumpsuit sliced down to the navel.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
A model walks the ramp wearing another flesh-flashing number in a shade of green so deep it's bordering on black.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Cocktailwear doesn't get much better than this -- an LBD with a single sheer panel prominently running down the front makes a statement.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Next we see a crystal-embellished jacket dress with a panel pulled back to reveal a lace basque underneath.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Embroidery and texture add character to this crop top and matching wine-toned maxi skirt, its hints of shimmer catching the light.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Rich velour is expertly crafted into a sharply-cut suit, its androgyny disturbed by the fact that the jacket is thrown open to reveal just a bra underneath.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
This deep blue strapless gown is a red carpet head-turner if ever there was one.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
The sophistication of a sleek sheath is broken by the sexy cut-away detailing.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
The see-through trend continues with these heavily sequinned separates featuring chainmail panels down the front.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Versace's signature extravagance shines through with this exquisitely tailored maroon creation.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Naomi makes a lasting impression in this luxurious crystal-embellished jacket dress, put together using hooks and eyes that are deliberately left undone in places.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Fur comes to the fore with this deep blue ensemble, fastened together rather precariously down both the front and back.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Crocodile leather adds a high-fashion edge to this cropped jacket and matching pencil skirt.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
A close-up of one of the collection's many glamorous gowns reveals an impeccably crafted mix of mesh, lace and scaled sequins.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
High-necked and dramatically textured, this cropped knit is set off with a slim-fit skirt that has a nude stripe down one side.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
We see another of the pullback designs, which leaves the lingerie layer underneath on prominent display.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Shimmering black seduction makes its way out of the wings.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Rows of gleaming crystals add a striking note to this asymmetric wine-coloured outfit.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Luxe leather comes to the fore once more with this funky cropped jacket, worn over a plunging midi.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
The hooks and eyes theme continues with a sheen-tinged set of maroon pants and jacket.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Another black sequinned stunner of sheer nature makes its way onto the catwalk.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Sensuality takes a bit of a backseat as an opulent leather trench dominates the runway.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Naomi closes the showing in a sheer plunging basque and fur-embellished knit lined with crystals.
PICS: Versace's lingerie-inspired line opens Paris FW
Fashion designer Donatella Versace steps out in one of her own creations from the current line to acknowledge the applause.