Serene elements occurring in nature such as rippled lakes, water lilies and birds formed inspiration for this season. Influences of art nouveau and its flowing line-play mimic the shape of one of the most graceful birds on earth: the swan. The bird and its habitat of carrying the neck curved and the wings fluffed play a significant role in the collection.
Cathari had found herself conceptually sticking to this swan-inspired color palette within her designs. A maxi skirt imitates the bird’s pure white plumage, a classic bomber in black mimics the bill of the swan – even the bird's smallest orange features make an appearance on a white silk scarf.
The collection includes soft and delicate materials like linen and bouclé yarns implemented on contemporary, no-fuss styles like a linen skirt with flowing chain stitch detailing and feminine items such as textured tube tops. In addition to these refined designs, Cathari gives her take on a classic trench coat as part of the outerwear styles within SS23. The coat comes in a sand color and has subtle elements like a detachable pocket on the belt and dark green detailing which will only reveal when wearing the collar up.
