But there’s such an excess of embellishment that the more pared back versions are the most appealing. Larian has always aimed to merge art and fashion, and the sculptural flourishes can really make or break a look. The bandeau top with a giant belt buckle is a bit much, but the draped gold fringe top and the hot pink one shoulder caftan are just the right amount of extra. Similarly, the crochet dresses constructed like a puzzle with a quarter of the pieces missing are most effective in white and black. Elegance here is not refusal, but rather saying yes to only what resonates most clearly to you.
