2011 Paris Fashion Week

Haute Couture

5 Great Party-Proofing Style Ideas From Stars at Paris Couture Week

Stars are always out looking their very swankiest during Paris Haute Couture Week, when designers like John Galliano and Karl Lagerfeld unveil their dreamiest, most artistic pieces.
5 Great Style Ideas From Celebrities at 2011 Paris Haute Couture Week 2011-01-26 15:12:08

Stars are always out looking their very swankiest during Paris Haute Couture Week, when designers like John Galliano and Karl Lagerfeld unveil their dreamiest, most artistic pieces. With tons of parties, glamorous people from all over the world, and high fashion folk to impress, it's easy to see why people are at their best during these events, and also why we can learn from their party-proofing makeup and hair tricks. I've gathered five of the smartest celebrity style ideas from the haute couture front rows. They may not be as wild as what's on the runway, but they're plenty useful for a girls' night out.

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Guess the Fab Celeb at Paris Couture Fashion Week!

This week, the fashionable flocked to Paris for the Haute Couture shows.

This week, the fashionable flocked to Paris for the Haute Couture shows. As always, it's a veritable who's who of the style world making the rounds from Armani to Dior, and beyond. Now, we're putting you to the test — think you can guess the Fab faces stepping out for all the shows? Game time!

Giorgio Armani

Armani Privé Couture Spring '11 Is All About the Details — Masks, Metallics, Jewels!

The name of the game at Armani Privé?
Armani Privé 2011 Spring/Summer Collection

The name of the game at Armani Privé? Extreme femininity — in the most futuristic way possible. The 2011 Spring Couture collection in its entirety stuns in jewel tones and sculptural silhouettes, but it's the details that deserve our full attention. Pay close attention to the white, triangle toppers, the small metallic berets that pair with every ensemble, and the netted masks that mimic the silvery scales of strapless column dresses. But, even in its modernity and circus-bright aesthetic, Armani never loses sight of a woman's curves. Dresses are body-hugging, bust-lines are low, and jewels are worn as tops. Slinky, sparkly textures and bold hues take over on everything — it's quirky-chic and exotic new-age at its best. Click through to see all the amazing details.

Red Carpet

Battle of the Gucci: Alba vs. Kruger

Two of our favorite celebs — each with her own serious sartorial sense — joined their stylish peers for Gucci's dinner at the Italian embassy in Paris, as a part of the fashionable festivities happening for Couture Fashion Week.

Two of our favorite celebs — each with her own serious sartorial sense — joined their stylish peers for Gucci's dinner at the Italian embassy in Paris, as a part of the fashionable festivities happening for Couture Fashion Week. Jessica Alba rocked a sparkling one-shoulder in an icy palette, while Diane Kruger, true to form, went for a couture showpiece. Her gold and black tiered confection reminds us that even at a dinner party, Kruger is all about taking it to the next level with an edgier fashion statement. Alba, too, is pretty true to her sensibility, opting to go glam, but not over-the-top. Now, it's time to weigh in — whose look is most Fab?

Chanel

2011 Spring Couture: Chanel

The cuts are immaculate, the colors are soft, and the result is a collection that's simultaneously ethereal and completely modern.
Pictures of Chanel Haute Couture 2011 Spring/Summer Collection 2011-01-25 11:37:05

The cuts are immaculate, the colors are soft, and the result is a collection that's simultaneously ethereal and completely modern. Karl Lagerfeld's 2011 Spring/Summer looks balance light-as-air confections with the structure of jackets, tailored trousers, and the label's signature tweed. Among the standouts are silvery, metallic suits in sheer fabrics; a delicate, floral, and bow-adorned baby-doll dress over pants; and pointy-toe flats paired with everything from skinny pants to a halter-style maxi dress. The feel is deliciously girlie — ballerina-inspired, but still grown up; a balancing act that Karl delivers flawlessly, as you'd expect. Click through for all the gorgeous looks.

Gisele Bundchen

Biggest Headline of 2010: Gisele Bundchen Gets Back to Modeling After Giving Birth!

We're looking back at the biggest headlines of 2010, and we'll be revealing more throughout the month of December.

We're looking back at the biggest headlines of 2010, and we'll be revealing more throughout the month of December. Here's one of the stories that created the most buzz over the past 12 months and don't miss the rest of our Best of 2010 coverage across the network!

Gisele Bundchen welcomed Benjamin Brady in Dec. 2009, and it didn't take long for her to pick up right where she left off with her booming career. She debuted her post-baby bikini body on the cover of Vogue in April of this year, sharing a sweet photo of her son inside the magazine. Just a few weeks later, Gisele was back to promoting products around the world and posing in her skimpy two-piece for her skin care line and an Italian swimwear brand.

In June, she made her big return to the runway for Colcci's fashion show in her native Brazil, and before the Summer was over, Gisele graced the pages of Harper's Bazaar UK. She joined model mom-to-be Miranda Kerr on the Balenciaga catwalk during Paris Fashion Week in September, and celebrated 15 years in the industry with a sexy Vogue Brazil spread in October.

Gisele not only made her modeling comeback in a huge way, but she also took time to enjoy her adorable family. She traveled to Brazil and Paris with Tom and Ben, sharing fun park dates and beach days. She also managed to sneak in some hot couple time with husband Tom Brady throughout the year.

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Paris Fashion Week Street Style — Denim Trousers

There was a '70s redux on the Spring 2011 runways, to say the least, and we spotted the look off the runway, too.

There was a '70s redux on the Spring 2011 runways, to say the least, and we spotted the look off the runway, too. Between Paris Fashion Week shows, we admired this leggy cutie's way with layering and pairing shades of green. Her throwback jeans and leather jacket emanate that '70s feel, while classic black heeled boots and polished Celine tote add an equestrian touch. Get her look with similar items from MiH jeans, Chloe, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and Diane von Furstenberg.




Left to right: Etoile Isabel Marant Plaid Shirt ($280), Marc by Marc Jacobs Tweed Sweater ($228), J.Crew Leopard Belt ($40), Be & D Calf Hair Bag ($1,395), Chloe Leather Ankle Boots ($895), Diane von Furstenberg Alphie Leather Jacket ($695), MiH Jeans ($154)

Photos: Greg Kessler

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Paris Fashion Week Street Style — Stephanie LaCava

Peep Vogue writer Stephanie LaCava at Paris Fashion Week in a grey Stella McCartney wool dress over a crisp white shirt: Simplicity at its best, and we love how she finished off the ensemble with stacked gold bangles, oversized aviators, and a classic tan shoulder bag.

Peep Vogue writer Stephanie LaCava at Paris Fashion Week in a grey Stella McCartney wool dress over a crisp white shirt: Simplicity at its best, and we love how she finished off the ensemble with stacked gold bangles, oversized aviators, and a classic tan shoulder bag. Snap up her Stella McCartney dress along with spot-on picks from Mulberry, Ray-Ban, and Rosegold now!




Left to right: Stella McCartney Wool Blend Mini Dress ($1,054), Cara Accessories Bangle Set ($58), Ray-Ban Aviators ($139), Rosegold Boots ($150), Mulberry Camel Edna Mini Shoulder Bag ($982), Fulton White Button-Up Shirt ($95)

Photos: Greg Kessler

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Backstage Snaps from Paris Fashion Week Part Three: Lindsey Wixson at Louis Vuitton, Closeups at Alexander McQueen, and More!

>> The last batch of backstage snaps for the Spring 2011 season is here and includes Karolina Kurkova smoking a fake cigar at Hermes; Sasha Pivovarova and Carmen Kass at John Galliano; and up close and personal looks at the Alexander McQueen detailing.
Backstage Photos from Paris Fashion Week Spring 2011: Louis Vuitton, Hermes, John Galliano, Alexander McQueen, Chloe

>> The last batch of backstage snaps for the Spring 2011 season is here and includes Karolina Kurkova smoking a fake cigar at Hermes; Sasha Pivovarova and Carmen Kass at John Galliano; and up close and personal looks at the Alexander McQueen detailing. All that plus more behind the scenes action from Chloe, Giambattista Valli, Stella McCartney, Yves Saint Laurent, Valentino, Costume National, and Akris in the gallery.

Photos: Greg Kessler