As the curtains rise on Milan Fashion Week, I found myself captivated by the rich color narratives unfolding on the runway—particularly at Gucci’s Fall/Winter 2025 presentation. The alignment between these emerging palettes and our current Héloïse collections feels like a confirmation of our artistic direction, a delightful convergence of creative vision.

Gucci’s runway revealed a sophisticated evolution in color storytelling that resonates deeply with our design philosophy. The show’s commitment to bold blues, complex greens, and regal purples mirrors the chromatic journey we’ve been exploring in our latest pieces. This isn’t merely coincidence, but rather evidence of a broader shift in fashion’s relationship with color—moving from trends toward more timeless, emotionally resonant palettes.

Decoding Gucci’s Palette

What struck me most about the Gucci presentation was the confidence with which they embraced depth and richness:

Deep Blues: Not the expected navy, but rather complex cobalt and midnight tones that create both drama and versatility—blues that can read as either neutral or statement depending on their context. Our lapis-inspired pieces in the current collection share this same adaptable intensity.

Velvet Forest Greens: The runway showcased green in its most sophisticated form—deep, velvety emeralds and forest tones that evoke both natural landscapes and luxurious interiors. This echo of natural splendor feels particularly aligned with our botanical-inspired pieces featuring verdant polymer clay elements.

Rich Purples: Gucci’s interpretation of purple ranged from soft lavender to deep aubergine, often unexpected in their application. This exploration of purple’s range mirrors our own experimentation with violet tones in our limited-edition pieces.

Deep Browns: The grounding force in Gucci’s presentation came through sumptuous brown tones—chocolate, amber, and mahogany—creating a foundation for the more vivid colors. This reflects our own approach to incorporating warm neutrals as balancing elements in our more colorful creations.

The Material Conversation

Particularly noteworthy was how Gucci’s textures enhanced their color story—velvet absorbing light to create depth, while satin created luminous highlights. This material-color relationship is central to our work at Héloïse, where we continually explore how different finishes affect color perception.

As I watched the models move down the runway, I immediately began envisioning how our pieces would pair with these emerging looks:

For Bold Blues: Our cobalt-toned statement earrings provide the perfect complement to the blue statements from Milan. They can either enhance a tonal blue look or provide a sophisticated contrast to the deep browns also seen on the runway.

For Forest Greens: Our pieces featuring verdant polymer elements create a natural dialogue with the velvet forest greens from Gucci. The combination of our hand-finished surfaces with velvet garments creates a tactile conversation that adds dimension to any look.

For Rich Purples: Our amethyst-inspired pieces, with its varying purple intensities, offers versatile options for incorporating these regal tones in a personalized way.

Milan’s runway presentations affirm the direction we’ve been taking with color at Héloïse. Our commitment to rich, complex tones that transcend seasonal trends feels particularly relevant as fashion embraces a more thoughtful approach to color.

In response to these runway revelations, we’re expanding our exploration of:

• Layered color techniques that create depth within a single piece
• Material combinations that enhance color perception
• Versatile pieces that can complement Milan’s rich palette across various settings

The Héloïse Approach

What distinguishes our approach is how we integrate these runway-inspired colors into wearable art that functions in real life. While the runway showcases these tones in dramatic silhouettes, our jewelry translates them into versatile pieces that bring the same emotional impact to everyday professional settings.

As I reflect on the alignment between Milan’s color stories and our own creative direction, I’m reminded of how color transcends trends to become a form of artistic expression. At Héloïse, we’ll continue our color exploration with renewed confidence, creating pieces that not only complement the season’s palette but stand as colorful expressions of presence and purpose in their own right.

I’d love to hear how you style your Héloïse pieces. Share your story with us on Instagram @heloise.jewelry or explore our latest collections to find your next signature piece.

With creative spirit,

Founder & Designer, Héloïse