Hedi Slimane Envisions a Classic French Summer for Celine SS25

As someone who has spent years immersed in the world of high fashion, I must say that Hedi Slimane’s latest collection for Celine truly transports us to a dreamy, French summer. The vibrant colors and effortless elegance of these pieces are a testament to Slimane’s ability to capture the essence of a lifestyle and translate it into clothing.

For the Spring/Summer 2025 women’s line by Celine, designer Hedi Slimane drew inspiration from a tale of unrequited love after rereading Françoise Sagan’s novel “La Chamade,” published in 1965. Named “A French Summer,” the collection was conceptualized in May 2024 and portrays a female protagonist who dons an all-black silk jersey dress, complemented by a short fringe.

Revisited prep styles emerge with pleated boarding school skirt suits, expertly tailored in lightweight summer cashmere. Additional items include short coats made of suede, embellished with twinsets featuring sequins, layered over a suspended pencil skirt or a mini A-line skirt. Hedi draws inspiration from various sources. As early as 2003, the Celine designer observed and documented the youth culture, ranging from London to Paris, from Saint-Germain to South Kensington, where he witnessed uptown lolitas wearing babydoll dresses, taking over the English music scene.

In a charming French summer style, silk gowns adorned with intricate two-toned feather and sequin work are artfully suspended. These one-of-a-kind summer dresses are meticulously hand-crocheted and embellished with crystals and silver sequins. Celine’s elegant jewelry collection, featuring layered necklaces paired with sleeveless tees, harmoniously blends with the graphic slingbacks crafted from exotic leathers. Take a look at the video above for a sneak peek of the upcoming collection coming soon.

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