Roberto Cavalli

MILAN, March 4, 2001
By Armand Limnander
So much for minimalism! To say that Roberto Cavalli's show was over the top is a moot point; the designer has built his reputation precisely around his larger-than-life point of view.

The Victorian Age and Aspen in the '60s were the abstract sources of inspiration for Cavalli's pelts-and-plumage fest, which included enormous shearlings, lush lynxes and imposing feather chokers. Cavalli took a break from his hunting extravaganza with equally lavish, ravaged tapestry ensembles, beaded acid-wash denim, deer-and-eagle-printed dresses and several fitted pantsuits.

Who exactly will wear Cavalli's ode to excess? Lil' Kim and friends are a good start—but as the designer emerged from backstage, pipe in hand, for his lengthy bow, he was surrounded by a procession of girls in skimpy, somewhat more accessible versions of his outrageous dresses. Still, proceed with caution.

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