backstage.

Versace.

Ann Demeulemeester.

Nina Ricci.

Oscar de la Renta. 

Giambattista Valli.

Marni.

Valentino. 

Alexander McQueen. 

I often think that a show's backstage photographs are so interesting and beautiful. The hectic reality of the runway, and how it often translates into absolute serenity in a matter of seconds, is brilliant.  

Gucci.

(Images via Vogue.com)