Gucci's rich heritage has long been a source of inspiration for the brand, with its iconic interlocking G emblem serving as a timeless symbol of luxury and craftsmanship. In the early 1970s, the emblem underwent a transformation, leading to a new rounded iteration-the Gucci Blondie. Echoing the liberated spirit of the decade, this distinctive design would go on to bridge eras, weaving together house stories and creating a fusion of nostalgia and modernity that continues to captivate fashion enthusiasts to this day.
The Gucci Blondie draws inspiration from the archival designs of the 1971 collection, where the interlocking G logo first made an impression. This emblem has since become synonymous with Gucci, representing not just the brand but also a lineage of luxury and craftsmanship. The early Blondies were crafted from suede, a material frequently used by Gucci during that period, embodying the aesthetics of the time.
This story is from the October 2024 edition of Elle India.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the October 2024 edition of Elle India.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
A Celebration Of SPANISH CULTURE
LOUIS VUITTON Cruise 2025 - Creative director Nicolas Ghesquière explores themes of identity & expression against the stimulating backdrop of Gaudi's Barcelona notes Anamm Inamdar
THE VISIONARY BEHIND YOUR CHOOS
Sandra Choi in conversation with Zoha Castelino on creativity, collaboration & legacy
Bhopal's Begums
Shweta Vepa Vyas discovers how these trailblazing royal women wielded fashion as a statement of power F independence
INSIDE Out
Indian couturiers are referencing folklore figures & mysticism to get in touch with their inner selves and create from there reports Manish Mishra
'I hope you dance'
Fashion industry friends remember the legend that was Rohit Bal
CLOSET CONFIDENTIAL
Praachi Raniwala rummages through the wardrobes of leading Indian designers to find their favourite homegrown labels
BREAKING BOUNDARIES WITH RASTAH
Designer Zain Ahmad in conversation with Shaeroy Chinoy
A Symphony of Soft Power
The collection seeks to reinterpret femininity at the intersection of art & fashion finds Anamm Inamdar
LIGHTS, CAMERA, CANNES!
Filmmaker Payal Kapadia, in conversation with Ekta Sinha on how she brings to life her unique female perspective
PEAKS to PALMS
Slink Bardot takes you on a culinary journey across India with its new menu, reports Soha Borgaonkar