Drawing on his Syrian roots, Rami Al Ali presents the most sumptuous of gowns in a gilded room of mirrors, at the Meurice Hotel, Paris. Atop royal blue podiums stand his elegant models, looking every inch like royalty themselves.

In his ninth show at Paris Fashion Week, Ramil Al Ali revealed his collection in an intimate presentation style, allowing us to see each swish of brocade satin, the embellishments mirrored all around the room.

Though the dresses are feminine and graceful there is an architectural silhouette. Inspired by his origins, Islamic and Moorish artistry, his dresses are either adorned with glittering details or simply striking in deep blues, corals, taupe palettes and creams with exaggerated volume.

Watch our interview with the man himself.