During New York Fashion Week, Paris-based Haute Couture house Maison Valerian Hughes will present RÊVE ÉVEILLÉ—translated as A Dream Awakened—an immersive runway and art experience that redefines the boundaries between couture, performance, and fine art.
The presentation will take place on February 16 at 6:30 PM inside Manhattan’s historic Prince George Ballroom, offering guests far more than a traditional runway show
Renowned for its sculptural elegance and deeply rooted cultural storytelling, Maison Valerian Hughes continues to push couture into new conceptual territory. RÊVE ÉVEILLÉ is envisioned as a living, breathing installation—where garments, space, and artistic expression exist in constant dialogue.
Where Runway Meets Art Exhibition
More than a fashion presentation, RÊVE ÉVEILLÉ unfolds as a full Art Show Exhibition, transforming the venue into a dreamlike environment. Couture-inspired sculptural installations, surrealist textile artworks, and immersive scenography surround the runway, inviting guests to experience the collection from multiple artistic perspectives.
This multi-dimensional format reflects the house’s philosophy: couture is not only worn, but experienced—emotionally, visually, and spatially.
Live Art Performance: Couture as Canvas
One of the evening’s most striking moments will be a live art performance, during which a contemporary painter will create an original artwork directly onto a Haute Couture piece in real time. This singular creation—where couture becomes canvas—will be auctioned following the show, underscoring the seamless fusion of fashion and fine art that defines the Maison’s creative universe.
About the Collection: “RÊVE ÉVEILLÉ”
The collection features 20 Haute Couture silhouettes, exploring ethereal volumes, architectural lines, and surrealist influences. Caribbean symbolism—central to the designer’s heritage—is woven throughout the collection, harmonized with the precision and refinement of Parisian couture craftsmanship.
Each look reflects a dreamlike state: fluid yet structured, poetic yet powerful—where cultural memory and modern couture coexist.
The Designer: Valerian Hughes
Designer Valerian Hughes is a French-Caribbean Haute Couture creator celebrated for architectural forms and narrative-driven collections. His work has been showcased in international cultural institutions, positioning Maison Valerian Hughes at the intersection of fashion, art, and heritage .
Event Details
- Date: February 16, 2025
- Time: 6:30 PM
- Venue: Prince George Ballroom, Manhattan
- Format: Haute Couture Runway + Art Exhibition + Live Painting
- Collection: RÊVE ÉVEILLÉ — 20 Haute Couture Looks
With RÊVE ÉVEILLÉ, Maison Valerian Hughes delivers a powerful statement at New York Fashion Week—one that elevates couture beyond the runway and into an immersive artistic realm, where dreams awaken through form, movement, and culture.
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