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Emirates Woman
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Emirates Woman
Jacquemus pays couture homage to his Provençal roots for Spring/Summer 2026
Simon Porte Jacquemus has always worn his heritage proudly, and for his Fall 2025 ready-to-wear collection, 'Le Paysan' (The Peasant), he dug even deeper into his Provençal roots. Staged in the grand yet raw Orangerie of the Palace of Versailles—a symbolic homecoming after his 2023 show in the same estate—the presentation was both a love letter to his family's agricultural past and a bold statement of his couture aspirations. A Personal Ode to the Past The collection's title was more than thematic—it was deeply autobiographical. On Instagram, Jacquemus revealed his connect with old family photographs, particularly those of his grandparents working the land. 'I wanted to pay homage to the past to create something new for the future,' he said. 'This show is a thank you to them.' Social media teasers set the tone, juxtaposing nostalgic shots of his family harvesting crops with modern runway interpretations—think headscarves, crisp cottons, and linen dresses that mirrored the practical yet poetic attire of rural life. Even the show's location, the Orangerie, subtly nodded to his agricultural lineage, with vegetable motifs woven throughout. Jacquemus beckons you to Mykonos for the ultimate fashion-infused summer retreat Couture Meets Countryside Jacquemus has long flirted with couture techniques, and this collection sharpened that vision. The opening look—a deceptively simple shirt dress—was elevated with a voluminous, gathered underskirt, merging his early minimalist aesthetic with grander, more sculptural forms. Full-skirted silhouettes dominated nearly 70% of the lineup, evoking the mastery of mid-century couturiers—but with a subversive twist. Many designs appeared ladylike from the front, only to reveal unfinished backs, cleverly balanced by longline tops. The humble poplin cotton, a staple of his mother and grandmother's wardrobes, was reimagined in geometric constructions: smock dresses, ovoid blazers, and striped tunics that felt both nostalgic and avant-garde. Yet, Jacquemus didn't abandon his brand's sensuality. Delicate batwing chiffon gowns and tulle halters floated alongside structured aprons and leather pieces shaped like Callisons (almond-based French sweets), proving that rustic inspiration could still feel luxurious. Jacquemus brings his dreamy Provençal aesthetic to Los Angeles with a new boutique Strategic Timing & Star-Studded Front Row Presenting on the last day of Paris Men's Fashion Week—just before couture season—was a strategic masterstroke. It ensured maximum press attention without competing with the fatigue of womenswear month. The gamble paid off, with a front row including Matthew McConaughey (who quipped, 'I'm a father, not a king'), Camila Alves, Aya Nakamura, and Emma Roberts, who boldly paired a tutu with a chunky black sweater. The Emotional Finale The show's most poignant moment came when a young boy—echoing Jacquemus' own childhood dreams—opened the runway door, ushering in models who clutched straw hats and leather pouches resembling leeks. It was a tender reminder of the designer's journey: from a boy stitching curtains into skirts to a visionary reshaping French fashion. With 'Le Paysan,' Jacquemus didn't just revisit his past—he redefined it, proving that the most personal stories often make the boldest fashion statements. And as the couture world watches, one thing is clear: there's always room for fresh blood, and Jacquemus is ready to claim his place. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images: Supplied & Featured Image: Supplied
Hypebeast
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Simon Porte Jacquemus Turns Personal History Into Runway Poetry With SS26 'Le Paysan'
Summary Set against the stately backdrop of L'Orangerie at the Château de Versailles,Jacquemus'Spring/Summer 2026collection, 'Le Paysan' (The Peasant), unfolds as an emotive tribute to founderSimon Porte Jacquemus' rural heritage. Inspired by his childhood in the South of France, the collection seamlessly blends memory and imagination, transposing the quiet poetry of simple living into sculptural silhouettes and textured tailoring. It channels intimate inspirations from Simon's personal history: family albums filled with photos of harvests, his grandmother's elegant way of dressing up, and the comforting feel of ironed cotton on a Sunday. 'I want to create an autobiographical journey for June: one that begins in the countryside, soft and minimal, with linen as the foundation. From there, it gradually transforms, blossoming into an explosion of bonbon hues, stripes, embroidery, and prints. Various colors emerge, all connected, culminating in a look that is totally couture,' Simon wrote on hisInstagram. The womenswear offering embraces voluminous jupons, tulle aprons turned inside-out and structured jackets shaped by internal half-corsets. Poplin is cut into geometric motifs reminiscent of vintage linens, delicately embroidered, dotted and shines in standout pieces like the rare tulle bobbin dress, composed of 700 meters of cord and a sheer mousseline sheath adorned with silk taffeta diamonds. These tactile surfaces are punctuated by sculptural tassels and handcrafted embellishments that echo provincial elegance. Leather tassels and sculptural details further accentuate the collection's folkloric elegance. Meanwhile, menswear reads like a Marcel Pagnol character come to life: rustic yet elevated. Cropped jackets and wide-legged trousers are rendered in breezy linens and whisper-fine leathers, each detailed with topstitched stripes or subtle herringbone weaves. The palette is carefully curated with milky white, cream and black, alongside fresh shades of blue, pink and yellow reminiscent of sugared almonds and classic Berlingot stripes. Accessories deepen the rural reverie with berets, Arlésian shawls and espadrilles tied with grosgrain ribbons, while whimsical references to market stalls – leather leeks, garlic garlands and fruit-shaped jewelry – add a wink of surrealism. Jacquemus' famed woven bags also. return in Provençal textures, joined by a new ladylike handbag, 'Le Valerie,' named after the designer's mother. Beyond its visual storytelling, 'Le Paysan' represents a personal homecoming for Jacquemus. By revisiting silhouettes and themes from his earlier collections with renewed craftsmanship, the designer circles back to the roots that shaped him, offering a collection that is as emotionally rich as it is technically refined.
Hindustan Times
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Dev Patel is set to write, direct and star in period revenge drama The Peasant
Dev Patel is prepared to unleash his filmmaking skills once again. The Slumdog Millionaire star is all set to write, direct and star in an upcoming period revenge drama, The Peasant, set in medieval India. The Peasant marks Dev's second directorial as he reunites with Thunder Road Pictures, the company behind his breakout directorial debut Monkey Man. (Also read: Dev Patel graces cover of Vanity Fair magazine with Hollywood stars Nicole Kidman, Zendaya and Zoe Saldana) According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film will be a high-adrenaline revenge actioner with shades of Braveheart and John Wick mashed with the notes of King Arthur. Set in the 1300s, the film centers around a shepherd who unleashes a furious campaign against a group of mercenary knights who ravaged his community, revealing himself to be much more than an ordinary man. Fifth season, which is also financing and producing the drama, first collaborated on the project with screenwriter Will Dunn, who had previously worked on Ms Marvel. It was supposed to have an Italian setting with pope-connected story. The project had reportedly generated quite a buzz as it also landed on the prestigious 2023 Black List, the annual directory of most popular unproduced screenplays. However, now, under Dev's guidance, the film has shifted its plot to India to make it look more colourfully vibrant and almost mystical. The producers are hoping to turn the feature into a franchise, too. In Monkey Man, Dev portrays an underdog street fighter who ends up becoming a vigilante superhero. His character fights against the mighty and rich who oppress the downtrodden and are also responsible for his mother's death. Monkey Man also stars Sharlto Copley, Pitobash, Vipin Sharma, Sikandar Kher, Sobhita Dhulipala, Ashwini Kalsekar, Aditi Kalkunthe and Makarand Deshpande in key roles.
India Today
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
After Monkey Man, Dev Patel to direct and star in revenge-thriller The Peasant
Actor-filmmaker Dev Patel is embracing an exciting new chapter in his career, seamlessly balancing his roles as both actor and director. He has come on board to co-write, direct, produce, and star in the upcoming period action-thriller 'The Peasant'.Set in medieval India, the film marks Patel's reunion with Thunder Road Pictures following his acclaimed directorial debut, 'Monkey Man'. Co-produced by Fifth Season and Thunder Road, The Peasant is reportedly infused with the spirit of 'Braveheart', 'John Wick', and 'King Arthur', according to The Hollywood story centres on a shepherd in 1300s India who launches a fierce rebellion against a band of mercenary knights that destroyed his community - unleashing a side of him no one expected. Patel's previous film 'Monkey Man', also a revenge thriller, received widespread praise upon its theatrical release in 2024. The film is now available for streaming on Peacock TV.
The Hindu
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Dev Patel to write, direct, and star in period revenge thriller ‘The Peasant'
Dev Patel is expanding his filmmaking journey with The Peasant, a high-stakes period action thriller set in medieval India. Patel will direct, co-write, produce, and star in the film, reuniting with Thunder Road Pictures, the company behind his breakout directorial debut Monkey Man. Backed by Fifth Season and Thunder Road, The Peasant has been described as having the spirit of Braveheart and the kinetic energy of John Wick. The story follows a shepherd who unleashes a furious campaign against a group of mercenary knights who ravaged his village, revealing himself to be far more than an ordinary man. Originally developed by Fifth Season with screenwriter Will Dunn, The Peasant was first envisioned with an Italian backdrop as a papal thriller. Under Patel's leadership, the setting has been reimagined into an almost mystical 1300s India. Patel and Dunn are working together on the new drafts. The project initially landed on the 2023 Black List, highlighting it as one of Hollywood's most sought-after unproduced scripts. Producers are already eyeing the potential for The Peasant to launch a new action franchise. Patel's move into this territory follows the success of Monkey Man, his revenge thriller that earned widespread acclaim upon its 2024 release.
