Ermanno Scervino likes things feminine, no doubt; he’s totally deaf to the genderless parlance so in vogue today. Not the faintest trace of an androgynous twist can be found in his collections. Nevertheless, he’s partial to a dash of well-balanced masculine flair, which in his vision actually enhances women’s seductive power. He has to be believed; anyway, it’s what his many glamorous clients do.
For Resort, Scervino didn’t stray from his well-tested path; as mentioned, his style celebrates a triumphant old-school femininity, with meticulous tailoring and excellent execution adding modernity. Lace, so quintessentially feminine, was plentiful; it came encrusted on linen in denim-dyed sundresses; hand-embroidered as eyelet for breezy city parkas in techno silk; and appliquéd on organza for filmy tops and impalpable pleated skirts. Military-inspired blazers and shapely tuxedo jackets added a tailored touch, counterbalancing the delicacy of flowing dresses in linen Vichy or striped silk. Peony pink and cerulean blue hues were set against navy blue, Schiaparelli pink, and bright red; white, one of Scervino’s favorite colors, infused the collection with a summery, blithe vibe.
