Gowns swathed in toile-inspired prints and soft, wallpaper florals hinted at Jane Austin era romance at Valentino. There's a distinctly feminine feel, and a hint of both Parisian decadence and Victorian propriety in the collars, bows, and capes that topped delicate silver-embellished gowns and sheer-topped confections. Everything feels emphatically pretty — the softness, the bow and Read more

It's raining couture in Paris as we speak, and we're more than just a little excited to pore over every handcrafted, painstakingly beautiful detail of these custom-fitted, atelier-designed clothes. While the high-fashion looks of Spring 2012 continue to trickle in, we've culled 100 of the most stunning gowns, impeccably tailored suits, and everything in between from Couture Fashion Weeks past. Read more

It might be hard to vote for your favorite shoe, but the people — 35,000 voters voted online in a Sexy Shoes contest, created by Footwear News and Saks Fifth Avenue — have spoken, naming Valentino's lace-embroidered leather peep-toe pump the winner. The ladylike, yet sexy, choice is further proof that the consensus is moving toward a ladylike trend. Furthermore, the simple and chic silhouette Read more

Decadent collections from Elie Saab, Valentino, Christian Dior, and more of Paris Fashion Week's best left us wishing we had occasion to hit the red carpet in the designers' stunning confections. Each delivered their own version of the red-carpet ready — Valentino with delicate sheer layers, Elie Saab in brightly crafted sequins, and more, like Nina Ricci's pitch-perfect femininity. We may not Read more