2009 saw major changes — some rather shocking — in the most renowned fashion houses. The one that stung most was the demise of Christian Lacroix. The economic downturn spawned the downfall of one of fashion's most grand couture houses. Lacroix was forced to shut down, only to be reduced to a licensing operation. Check out the heartfelt love fashion fans gave him at the closing of his final Read more

There was an ease to Maison Martin Margiela for Fall 2012, and even though the house promoted some interesting ideas — maxi skirt sliced halfway off, anyone? — the majority of the collection was filled with softly tailored separates and outerwear that had a clean, classic timelessness to it. But first, those interesting ideas: turtlenecks that covered models' faces, and dresses and skirts Read more

Couture Fashion Week just kicked off this week in Paris and it's off to a standout start. Christian Dior's collection, sans Galliano, has left everyone in a questionable state, while Giorgio Armani showed fervor with its Asian-inspired theme. Click the slideshow to see more eye-catching creations from Alexis Mabille, Giambattista Valli, Maison Martin Margiela, and more. Read more

Men's Paris Fashion Week showed a mix of suave and avant-garde looks from favorites such as Maison Martin Margiela, Lanvin, Rick Owens, and Guillaume Henry, who debuted his first men's collection for Carven. In addition to slick suits and bright mashups compliments of John Galliano's new creative director, Bill Gaytten, we even peeped floral prints and skirt options from Givenchy. Yes, skirts. Read more