Fausto Puglisi took a walk on the wild side this season, going monochromatic and showering this collection in gold. The metallic runway shone like a candy wrapper, and nearly every outfit, down to the flat sandals with their curving snake details, came in a shade of gold.

Puglisi said he wanted to play with Cavalli’s signature animal patterns in a monochromatic way, and deliver the unexpected.

“So much of the time gold can be in your face, over-the-top. I wanted it to be strong, with a gentle touch. I also wanted this idea of escape. It’s such a sad moment for the world, and Cavalli is about parties, cocktails and fun. You buy these dresses to feel beautiful,” said the designer.

His mood board showcased glamorous ladies who spanned the millennia, from Cleopatra to Elizabeth Taylor to

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