And while there was a lot of black, the mood was overwhelmingly pretty: Billowing dresses came in delicate chiffons, satins, and lace in light colors, and the final looks were full-length gowns, encrusted with crystals. Models even wore princess jewels and tiaras in their hair.
Though there wasn’t the theater or provocation one might hope for with a comeback show, there was a lot to take in — particularly the five standouts below. The London production was, however, sheer beauty at its finest — a womenswear collection desirable enough to dream about, and unattainable enough to still feel like a dream.