Donatella Versace finds inspiration for her collections everywhere — even underwater.
She set her spring show in the imaginary sunken city of Versacepolis, with wet-haired models storming the sandy runway in the house’s vintage “Trésor de la Mer” sea-creature print. Her sparkling new women’s fragrance by EuroItalia, “Dylan Turquoise,” is also reminiscent of sea, shore and deep-blue skies.
With warmer weather around the corner, here’s a deeper dive into Versace’s sunny must-haves.
“Lately I love the latest Dua Lipa album ‘Future Nostalgia.’ Dua is always such an inspiration: She’s so young and so talented, and, obviously, a ‘Very Versace’ woman.”
“Future Nostalgia” album by Dua Lipa, $14 at Amazon“I never use only one fragrance. My personal way of doing it is by mixing scented oils for the body with different types of fragrances so that the result is a bit different every day. I adore floral essences. I have literally hundreds of bottles of floral perfumes and oils in my home. We have just launched a new beautiful fragrance, ‘Dylan Turquoise,’ an ode to the sensuality of the Versace woman.”
Versace “Dylan Turquoise” eau de toilette, $105 (100 ml) at Macys“Like everything else, I like to change, and I like new things. But I also respect traditions, and Bice in Milan has the most incredible food, and the waiter knows your order before you speak.”
Starters from $17, Bice Milano“‘Trigreca’ sneakers are bold, unapologetic and will make you stand out in the crowd. So, my question is: Are you ready?”
“Trigreca” sneakers, $775 at Versace“Personally, I love contrasts. In my house there are always elements and styles that are superimposed.”
“Jungle Animalier” silk cushion, $375 at Versace“‘Becoming’ is essential reading.”
“Becoming” book by Michelle Obama, $33 at Barnes and Noble.“I do love mosaics.” “
Barocco Mosaic” print dress, $1,975 at Versace“I love red roses.”
“Be Mine” floral arrangement with red roses, amaryllis and orchids, $275 at Banchet Flowers“Wearing Versace is a unique style choice.”
“La Medusa” bag, $2,295 at Versace “My favorite car is a Lamborghini.”
2021 Aventador SVJ Roadster, from $573,966, Lamborghini Manhattan, 711 11th Ave.
“I love to be surrounded by pieces that have personal meaning for me, so the objects and works of art that I have all have stories attached to them.”
Versace “La Mer” cup and saucer, $255 at Bergdorf Goodman“I like the intimate atmosphere, so I often burn the new scented candles created in collaboration with Rosenthal.”
“Le Jardin de Versace” scented candle, $328 at Amara