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AAVVA's latest collection, "Pietà," presented at Yerevan Fashion Week, delivered a darkly poetic and architectural reflection on devotion and desire, drawing deep inspiration from Renaissance sculpture.
Updated 10:27 pm EST, November 11, 2025
Published 08:18 pm EST, November 10, 2025
Photo Courtesy: Fashion & Garment Chamber of Armenia
Photographer: Victor Boyko
AAVVA's latest collection, "Pietà," presented at Yerevan Fashion Week, delivered a darkly poetic and architectural reflection on devotion and desire, drawing deep inspiration from Renaissance sculpture.
Updated 10:27 pm EST, November 11, 2025
Published 08:18 pm EST, November 10, 2025
Photo Courtesy: Fashion & Garment Chamber of Armenia
Photographer: Victor Boyko
With its latest collection, Pietà, AAVVA sculpts fashion into living form. La Pietà, which means “the pity” or “compassion” in Italian, was a darkly poetic reflection on devotion and desire, translating sculptural art into clothing. The collection drew inspiration from the art movement, particularly Renaissance sculpture. Architectural curves of monuments were transformed into flowing drapes, and the play of light and shadow on fabric was central to the concept. The garments featured architectural precision and a rich blend of textures. Dresses were made from multiple layers of elements that resembled “petals sculpted into trembling forms,” appearing both tangible and ethereal.
The palette included soft sand and caramel tones, which emphasized the architectural lines of the garments, along with other elements that had golden reflections similar to the sands of the region.
One specific gown that really caught the eye was a loose, caftan-style, shimmering beige gown. It flowed beautifully and was cut to be off-the-shoulder. The neckline was embellished with intricate origami-like flowers in the same material and golden beads hanging alongside them. The look was elegant, but the draping was the real focus of this dress.
Another gown, which really highlighted the brand’s aesthetic, was form-fitting, shaped to the model’s figure. It was layered with a translucent bottom over a more opaque inner gown. It was matched with a hip-hugging wide belt that cascaded to the floor. The belt separated the skirt from the gorgeous top, which was a sheer nude tank top but embellished with spiral flowers similar to poinsettias. In combination, the overall outfit was feminine, sexy, yet still demure without being too revealing. It was a lovely display of craftsmanship and references to sculpture, which was AVVA’s intention.
Overall, the various shades of beige, sand, and cream created a unified collection but with great depth and complexity. AAVVA aims to strengthen its presence in international markets, complementing its current availability at locations such as Galeries Lafayette in Dubai Mall and Harvey Nichols in Doha. AAVVA aims to solidify its niche as a brand that bridges the gap between art, architecture, and wearable fashion, bringing its unique blend of Lebanese and Brazilian influences to a broader, global luxury market
AAVVA Fashion, a Dubai-based fashion house co-founded by the creative directors, Lebanese engineer Ahmad Ammar and Brazilian Vincenzo Visciglia, is renowned for its architectural lines, artistic expression through fabric, and a unique blend of Lebanese and Brazilian cultural influences.
Created in Dubai in 2011, AAVVA is more than a fashion house; it is an architectural dialogue woven into couture. Each piece, meticulously crafted with luxurious fabrics demonstrates a part of the UAE’s cultural tapestry. The brand is clearly dedicated to quality and artistry.
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