Paris Fashion Week Spring 2008
The Boots of Spring
While the Spring collections were applauded, by retailers and editors alike, for their bursts of color and various prints, I wonder how the boots of Spring will go over. My eyes zeroed in on these fierce boots models strutted on the Givenchy, Balenciaga, and Miu Miu catwalks. These elaborate boots are fit for warriors; or, for the wardrobe of a sci-fi film.
The Delicious Party Frocks of Lanvin
I refuse to accept the fact that the European Spring ready-to-wear shows are over. So, I will continue to believe by sharing some more of my highlights; I'm sure you won't mind. Lanvin concluded Paris and what a grande finale it was.
Wish Upon a Paris Star
Paris really ended the fashion weeks of Spring with a bang. A big bang. A big bang where all I could see was stars.
Paris Fashion Week Spring 2008, Kenzo: Love It or Hate It?
If the house of Kenzo knows one thing it's color. Ok, two things, prints too. While nearly everyone has attempted their hand at color and prints for Spring, this sequin dress was pure delight when my eyes met it.
Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Alexander McQueen
In a show dedicated to his discoverer, Isabella Blow, who passed away earlier this year, McQueen revisited some of his greatest hits. Architectural & fantastical hat creations by Blow's other big discovery and frequent McQueen collaborator Philip Treacy featured prominently — they were her trademark, after all. The whole runway venue even smelled like Blow, since a bottle of her signature perfume was given to every guest.
Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Stella McCartney
Stella has swept me off my vintage sandals — this hasn't happened for a few seasons with her. I don't know if it's the overall hippie feel, the flowing watercolor prints or the sharp, yet soft, khaki tailoring, but her Spring collection is beautifully feminine.
With the lightweight touch that is Stella, her flower ladies were also in the company of easy breezy girls in neutrals and blues.
Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Louis Vuitton
Just in time for Halloween, Marc Jacobs has a naughty nurse costume for you. And that's just the beginning of a slightly mad, slightly amazing, Spring Louis Vuitton collection.
Inspired by both the artist Richard Prince, see the nurses and the accessories, and SpongeBob SquarePants, see the colors, it's no wonder Jacobs churned out another crazed collection.
Paris Fashion Week Spring 2008, Dries Van Noten: Love It or Hate It?
Dries Van Noten's latest collection didn't lack any colors or prints. Though sometimes mixing too many hues and prints can lead a look haywire, such is not the case here. The funkiness seriously appeals to me and is especially refreshing amid a sea of safe collections.
Posh & The Spice Girls Are Still Making Headlines
Victoria Beckham traded her sexy black number for a more modest (yet still gorgeous) green dress at the Chanel show at Paris Fashion Week today. Dita Von Teese kept her company (wonder if they traded beauty secrets) and stars like Kirsten Dunst and Kanye were also in the audience. As the big Spice Girl Reunion is fast approaching, we're assuming that Posh will be back with her girls soon to start rehearsals.
Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2008: Chanel
It’s safe to say we are all Chanel fans here. While Karl always has a field day with his Chanel ready to wear collections, he still manages to marry the heritage of the house with the modern day. For Spring we once again witness his magic.
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Jul 06 2009
Marion Cotillard
WHAT SHE WORE
A '50s-inspired silk faille dress from Dior, accessorized with diamond strands, platform pumps and a snakeskin clutch
WHERE
The Paris premiere of Public Enemies
WHY WE LOVE IT
Cotillard added edge to her delicate blush cocktail dress with daring burgundy velvet platforms. Pump up a prd_id=845524446216292&site_refer=AFF001&site_refer=AFF001&siteID=KSqIQ6SzPUQ-cc3x1r_xWWJXJ8WPIefk.A" target="NEW">pastel design with shoes in a darker shade of the same hue.
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