Social media was abuzz after Aussie influencer Hannah Dal Sasso wore a striking gown to the Glamour on the Grid F1 party in Melbourne, sparking comparisons to a Schiaparelli dress worn by Tatiana Korsakova at the BAFTA Awards in February.
Dal Sasso’s custom gown, designed by Sydney’s Velani and styled by Paul Versace of Styled by Bloom, closely resembled Korsakova’s, leading to widespread discussion.
Velani’s Nicky Apostolopoulos addressed the resemblance, explaining that while inspiration from overseas designers is common, her creation was altered to make it unique.
“Taking inspiration from a look doesn’t make it copying or stealing,” she said.
“We didn’t do a bow, instead we did a knot, we made the bodice more black and she didn’t wear gloves.”
Apostolopoulos added that Dal Sasso loved the gown, and the changes made it perfect for her aesthetic. “It was a beautiful gown and I think we did the original credit,” she said.
Dal Sasso’s gown was paired with diamonds from Temelli Jewellery. Versace also praised the custom creation, emphasising how the final look was a perfect fit for Dal Sasso.
“We try our best to create a new moment for everyone,” he said.
The debate over design inspirations continues, with Confidential uncovering more instances of look-alike designs, including copies of House of CB dresses by Australian labels like Showpo and BabyBoo Fashion, as well as Target replicating high-end pieces at a lower price point.
Source: Daily Telegraph.
