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'ICARO'

20 APR 2024

S\S'24 Collection

In the creative universe of Marios Schwab, Zeus+Dione's S/S'24 Collection stands tall as an homage to the storied ICARO ceramics of Rhodes Island. A compelling tale told in two resounding drops, expertly braiding the strands of heritage and postmodernism.

Image from the Book 'icaro-ikaros, 60 years of artistic pottery a book by Giorgos Diakosavvas
Image from the Book 'icaro-ikaros, 60 years of artistic pottery a book by Giorgos Diakosavvas
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Image from the Book 'icaro-ikaros, 60 years of artistic pottery a book by Giorgos Diakosavvas
Image from the Book 'icaro-ikaros, 60 years of artistic pottery a book by Giorgos Diakosavvas
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis

In the first drop, the collection plunges headlong into the kaleidoscopic world of ICARO ceramics—a place where each brushstroke carries the weight of history, where heavenly colours and motifs unfurl across ceramic canvases. Here, tulips, pomegranates, cypresses, and carnations bloom alongside depictions of maritime vessels and graceful creatures. These timeless patterns, borrowed from the iconic "Natura" motifs, form a profound connection to our heritage through a new visual vocabulary. The colour palette detonates with bold strokes of copper, brick red, Mediterranean blue, turquoise and green—a nod to ICARO's regal shades. The signature spathoto silk, is interwoven with similar colours, alongside the ever-classic black and white. Textures awaken as natural linen, cotton voile, printed canvas and pleated crepe become the backdrop for expression. Metallic copper and eco-leather micro-pleating, jersey as a “second-skin” and fishing-nets ensnared in French chiffon all echo the pulse of the new-age spirit. The standout touch? Aris Tzonevrakis' intricate carnation embroideries, gracing the bodice— a testament to artisanal devotion and craftsmanship.

Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Iznik patterns
Iznik patterns
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Photo by Yiorgos Kaplanidis
Image from the Book 'icaro-ikaros, 60 years of artistic pottery a book by Giorgos Diakosavvas
Image from the Book 'icaro-ikaros, 60 years of artistic pottery a book by Giorgos Diakosavvas

The second drop carries forward the essence of the key looks from Zeus+Dione's 10-year Anniversary Catwalk Collection, elevating them to a new design perspective. Classic black-on-white pinstripe tailoring takes on a summer-ready aura in ivory with black stripes. Billowing silhouettes and asymmetric hems command attention, while reimagined embroidered dress designs transition into caftans. The colour story evolves, embracing coolness with shades of turquoise, ivory, lilac, and purple. Natural and metallic linen, laced with subtle lilac sparkles that reveal themselves only in the caress of light, lead the way. Spathoto silk, pleated crepe, crisp canvas, and white micro-pleating seamlessly complement the fabric selection. For those captivated by the sea's allure, an extended swimwear collection bursts forth in vibrant color-blocking, showcasing metallic embellishments by Minas Jewelry that conjure the spirit of fishing sinkers, harnessed around the body.

Helen Koutouni is painting a large plate Ikaros (mid-1950s)
Helen Koutouni is painting a large plate Ikaros (mid-1950s)
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Image from the Book 'icaro-ikaros, 60 years of artistic pottery a book by Giorgos Diakosavvas
Image from the Book 'icaro-ikaros, 60 years of artistic pottery a book by Giorgos Diakosavvas