Ludovic de Saint Sernin chose to explore his aristocratic heritage with his spring collection, digging into his family history — and self-doubts — with an emotionally charged lineup of feminine, romantic references.

At a preview, the designer said he had been inspired by his grandmother, who died two years ago, to explore historic references. “For my Gaultier couture show, I dedicated one of the looks to her, a beautiful white lace suit,” he said. “I’ve been reconnecting with her since her passing, she’s kind of been more present than ever.”

His family’s modesty meant he never came out to his grandmother, he said, which he regrets. “Part of my work since I started the brand was about my coming out story. But I’ve never associated it with my heritage and where I come from,” he said, somet

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