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It’s always interesting to me to contrast the shows that garner the most “civilian” views versus what buyers actually invest their dollars in. WWD checked in with 23 luxury buyers for various chains and online platforms following Paris Fashion Week and asked them to weigh in on their favorite collections and looks. The article also asked buyers to state their favorite presentations. And while Balenciaga’s dramatic blizzard-themed runway was almost unanimously mentioned by buyers as the most compelling, there were three brands mentioned more frequently as ones they planned to invest in.
Below is the tallied list of buyer mentions of brands they were impressed by and planned to include in their fall buys. Valentino’s pink collection won the day with the presentation’s sky-high platforms frequently mentioned as directional. Loewe won praise for its avant garde accessories while Saint Laurent was lauded for a return…
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