Paz Vega Models Spring Couture For Madame Figaro

<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Paz Vega for Madame Figaro</span></b><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">March 2013</span></b><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Stunning Spanish actress Paz Vega lends her exotic looks to the pages of French fashion magazine </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Madame Figar</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">o for their March 2013 issue. Paz is exceptionally styled in a host of spellbinding looks from the Spring 2013 runways of Paris Couture Week. Some of these outfits would be impossible (and a little outlandish) to wear on the red carpet, so it's always a fashion treat to see them in editorial.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqByrjaRlpa3_hcyZYRgSnofoLkt8g_otp8NASQcap9p6QFb6wYUAPAdV45Ua4apjAt1nfWd4eAvPrCEpD-7OI9K1pjx3CZvJl5MmDb5cnsc79zalIGsORY4-uiFrXHh6jeNKVQq7yEE0r/s1600/paz1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqByrjaRlpa3_hcyZYRgSnofoLkt8g_otp8NASQcap9p6QFb6wYUAPAdV45Ua4apjAt1nfWd4eAvPrCEpD-7OI9K1pjx3CZvJl5MmDb5cnsc79zalIGsORY4-uiFrXHh6jeNKVQq7yEE0r/s640/paz1.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Paz is radiant in a ruby red fully sequined sculpted peplum top & maxi skirt by <i>Armani Privé.</i></span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6P4utCpXYC2wfHsMpUXL1iaiirIY0rsj9am7bZt7GHiNwBADllWmPP-LShsFzktxw6ywIGGkBYjx20ECTswFasWjZavpmB1cJgrsFFV1Kwq1JlNnA6ee0riFeYu9rRjI6BFAMJz-0fUiG/s1600/paz2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6P4utCpXYC2wfHsMpUXL1iaiirIY0rsj9am7bZt7GHiNwBADllWmPP-LShsFzktxw6ywIGGkBYjx20ECTswFasWjZavpmB1cJgrsFFV1Kwq1JlNnA6ee0riFeYu9rRjI6BFAMJz-0fUiG/s640/paz2.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Paz is encompassed in a celestial white caped, sheer chiffon gown by <i>Stephane Rolland Couture</i>, featuring a bandeau top and mini skirt with embellished motif. This is art in motion.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOq0qZFzOqwEvKsYfvDMj4pjS3rAEfkpH5uGpwAzfT0oUf5XokBeOSkDLqGoRMvgjZXq80OsMSbuD768kBPKZNxG3kuO5vuLP-GoQnWZv2XCUwHsQhygwoExX59ebzLkelu6c8ewqqx42U/s1600/paz3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOq0qZFzOqwEvKsYfvDMj4pjS3rAEfkpH5uGpwAzfT0oUf5XokBeOSkDLqGoRMvgjZXq80OsMSbuD768kBPKZNxG3kuO5vuLP-GoQnWZv2XCUwHsQhygwoExX59ebzLkelu6c8ewqqx42U/s640/paz3.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Dark romance takes a new turn as the 'Spanglish' actress poses in a nude <i>Valentino</i> gown with black tulle embroidered overlay, voluminous skirt and ruffled strapless neck.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaKu09sky_ia3MVIwdB5EIyxp2OklwrziDW5QdfW6IeA6D-MSC3UDyeq42gfDS7IBEDwkbQNE7mn2KXm-tYS0Fsav92prmQ1gjBOif201iviUz15cweJP6Zzb1drvA03N_idsj_t2_L7Gd/s1600/paz4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaKu09sky_ia3MVIwdB5EIyxp2OklwrziDW5QdfW6IeA6D-MSC3UDyeq42gfDS7IBEDwkbQNE7mn2KXm-tYS0Fsav92prmQ1gjBOif201iviUz15cweJP6Zzb1drvA03N_idsj_t2_L7Gd/s640/paz4.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Keeping in with the spirit of Spring, Paz wears a sheer black tea-dress with flaired skirt, embroidered with a garden of miniature florals, by <i>Christian Dior</i> Couture. Matching sheer gloves and a pair of gold <i>Christian Louboutin</i> sandals style this look.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirZAZuVyj_9i1SoFHlEO2Uqk_sK2yDEbUDOSRLrGKr43wJGeul4qY7LrGH_T4ZuhHkQdtovZtxwj-TexBrGmv7_2NuVrov8I1kMFYS2Zn0lwH1wzEWz0lotygXpuz-WoBDf1P8RXmii6jU/s1600/paz5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="452" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirZAZuVyj_9i1SoFHlEO2Uqk_sK2yDEbUDOSRLrGKr43wJGeul4qY7LrGH_T4ZuhHkQdtovZtxwj-TexBrGmv7_2NuVrov8I1kMFYS2Zn0lwH1wzEWz0lotygXpuz-WoBDf1P8RXmii6jU/s640/paz5.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">No couture editorial could be complete without a little (or in this case, a massive feathered flurry) of <i>Chanel</i>. Paz wears an adapted rose pastel gown from the <i>Chanel </i>Couture SS13 runway, which boasts a high-low hemline skirt in shards of feathery fabric. Black fingerless gloves and embroidered boots finalize her extravagant look.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieyeiAhy45qzPrVcINV8Q7F_BaKyNaGnPUvNz5SkVRztkOYOPuCqDxuuvxGPsHfR1tsWKQHiNPcbCvxEkJRXY5WhyphenhyphenSroH0eAswSOonD44yQZoN4XduxWFntWR0JE39xfYrznC7beF_j_TY/s1600/paz6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="452" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieyeiAhy45qzPrVcINV8Q7F_BaKyNaGnPUvNz5SkVRztkOYOPuCqDxuuvxGPsHfR1tsWKQHiNPcbCvxEkJRXY5WhyphenhyphenSroH0eAswSOonD44yQZoN4XduxWFntWR0JE39xfYrznC7beF_j_TY/s640/paz6.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Glittering in three metallic gold looks, Paz shines in couture dresses by Maison Martin Margiela, Atelier Versace and Alexandre Vauthier.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhadgLMy2SYChRBjGuuDNTjADPMMKxyAY_ne-mPSEh7BnWp1JxBaWgB-za096GDY6mHMTvicpyqJWaVa5PFpNI6lHMwWd7-fRe_sQATUjtbXcSkHj0yl-Eo61Fwr5SpOjjcO5BYdZqt8bNy/s1600/paz7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhadgLMy2SYChRBjGuuDNTjADPMMKxyAY_ne-mPSEh7BnWp1JxBaWgB-za096GDY6mHMTvicpyqJWaVa5PFpNI6lHMwWd7-fRe_sQATUjtbXcSkHj0yl-Eo61Fwr5SpOjjcO5BYdZqt8bNy/s640/paz7.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Adding her unique charm to the editorial, Paz stands tall in a black and white ensemble by <i>Giambattista Valli</i>, which has a bell-shaped jacket and multi-ruffled mini skirt.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhULtKILxqFwIYcsIh4zCQhyphenhyphenBdLbx3ubXsRKpI8H0BEIOAdIDVNyv4jPMqqDt_20hrmN3hELRA7AwU1XgWm-Z_ZrenLiapvGpDn1rh4HvcIb7xMyNe_KRfoppDlSuwo4G2BIEyltRXZt_QR/s1600/paz8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhULtKILxqFwIYcsIh4zCQhyphenhyphenBdLbx3ubXsRKpI8H0BEIOAdIDVNyv4jPMqqDt_20hrmN3hELRA7AwU1XgWm-Z_ZrenLiapvGpDn1rh4HvcIb7xMyNe_KRfoppDlSuwo4G2BIEyltRXZt_QR/s640/paz8.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Wrapped in a spell of delicate femininity, Paz is beguiling in a white netted tulle and beaded lace confection by <i>Alexis Mabille</i> Couture. I like how the chic cropped white trench coat balances out the sweetness and frivolity of the skirt.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgPXO8YxIWsaUD2pXzZjUC8rx7PwCTsV8j2ZWmvYk62wbbEcICGxnL2AT9M0SpZKo3BCYAe_sgFwOU1cebQj4w9QQ4wD1WTBuxdO-t8W-K5HuHbjMuim4XiYlgxeWAu4vTtjpmyrKY2eFk/s1600/paz9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="452" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgPXO8YxIWsaUD2pXzZjUC8rx7PwCTsV8j2ZWmvYk62wbbEcICGxnL2AT9M0SpZKo3BCYAe_sgFwOU1cebQj4w9QQ4wD1WTBuxdO-t8W-K5HuHbjMuim4XiYlgxeWAu4vTtjpmyrKY2eFk/s640/paz9.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">This has to be one of the most enigmatic looks from Spring Couture Week 2013. Science fiction meets high fashion in this unconventional piece of art by Dutch designer <i>Iris van Herpen</i>. Thousands of flexible fibres stand out to create this astounding three-dimensional dress. As extreme as it seems, this not a look that easily escapes one's memory.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6gxJxGOL0oEPJGvSCrzzkhn5u_g7w559z834eCRssxwUnwYwqfLk_2DyDR4riA-JlT-2eBtFSD9zMOz1uSja3coEh_q2-HQRtJNsnzwJa0bM6EmvjIRe7utAh_O0METCDhdQrZ-H39FQ4/s1600/paz10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6gxJxGOL0oEPJGvSCrzzkhn5u_g7w559z834eCRssxwUnwYwqfLk_2DyDR4riA-JlT-2eBtFSD9zMOz1uSja3coEh_q2-HQRtJNsnzwJa0bM6EmvjIRe7utAh_O0METCDhdQrZ-H39FQ4/s640/paz10.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">The editorial ends on an enchanting note, with the Spanish beauty looking extraordinary in a lilac embellished <i>Elie Saab</i> gown, flecked with floral appliqués.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Which is your favourite Spring 2013 Couture look from this editorial?</span></i></b><br /><br /><br />

Paz Vega Models Spring Couture For Madame Figaro

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Dany Atrache Spring Couture 2013

<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have recently been introduced to the enchanting world of <i>Dany Atrache Couture</i>, a place where dream gowns are woven into reality, with just a sprinkling of fairy dust. The French Lebanese designer credits his previous work experience to the house of Dior and other Parisian ateliers, before embarking upon his own fruitful career in couture during the early 2000's.</span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For Spring 2013, Atrache's lavish designs begin with floaty feminine silhouettes, shaded in with the candied contents of a box of </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Ladurée m</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">acaroons. The sweetness of rose petal pink and lavender, the richness of praline cream and caramel, brazen black licorice, the freshness of lemon and mint, and the tang of raspberry. </span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These beautifully constructed shapes have been showered with meticulous detail. It's evident that endless hours of thought has been put into every bead, every frill and each intricate inch of embroidery. Floor sweeping tulle ballgowns are given a modern appeal by way of chic leather and metallic belts. I loved Dany's innovative caped and bejeweled necklines. Here is a glance into the exquisite creations from Dany Atrache's Spring 2013 collection.</span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Set 1.                                                     </span></b></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNqyapiK6XjRVlj4jPkJ4qB3Txv7Ch7OTX1-MWyfhYx53avG6iz89TaS_Btgerw-p8GXRm5i4yEUpHcNfS-t7924HzvDRRn9Dv0fvxLACKNTf6M9hzFji-Z1e41ArF0CxHZeDbQ2iZqRa4/s1600/da1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNqyapiK6XjRVlj4jPkJ4qB3Txv7Ch7OTX1-MWyfhYx53avG6iz89TaS_Btgerw-p8GXRm5i4yEUpHcNfS-t7924HzvDRRn9Dv0fvxLACKNTf6M9hzFji-Z1e41ArF0CxHZeDbQ2iZqRa4/s640/da1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Set 2.</span></b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7THA3dxouoyObw34rnpyAnqzdhRF2trB4PWY6YpA6wPPBIDlI_glWA9p66jWNHR2tGcFi-TPlK2Mnjis9tkETu-JfR5TkSBEFFm0tlHt1a_CBTlA4opUgeSWonlOYPjGHosULKNK-GQs_/s1600/da2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7THA3dxouoyObw34rnpyAnqzdhRF2trB4PWY6YpA6wPPBIDlI_glWA9p66jWNHR2tGcFi-TPlK2Mnjis9tkETu-JfR5TkSBEFFm0tlHt1a_CBTlA4opUgeSWonlOYPjGHosULKNK-GQs_/s640/da2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Set 3.</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdX6xxLDyLENw6wZkmZ6QU2G71EDK22ISH6RM4r0SocMv_6Ygh2srtw6azKh_hBQ4WwfNc_ZXnUkkdvFrdTUNYCMA1WsHupUdqysjzjaDgVVExNww8N0WhJ70D5sjiUla2OxYV2ao8DrHU/s1600/da3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdX6xxLDyLENw6wZkmZ6QU2G71EDK22ISH6RM4r0SocMv_6Ygh2srtw6azKh_hBQ4WwfNc_ZXnUkkdvFrdTUNYCMA1WsHupUdqysjzjaDgVVExNww8N0WhJ70D5sjiUla2OxYV2ao8DrHU/s640/da3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Set 4.</span></b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNlhGcQthct0P2tR2L6TOdxotrnw5aeT_cohgnISP834cQHyNOcyvhib6oR2zkCXAVPHNKDfSWSi6pGlnTmTnmoN9pLbutIRzfqIeWkiVcxGyLhwLnJ4mSJXqC8FqwHvZeo4uuBaWLU_1I/s1600/da4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNlhGcQthct0P2tR2L6TOdxotrnw5aeT_cohgnISP834cQHyNOcyvhib6oR2zkCXAVPHNKDfSWSi6pGlnTmTnmoN9pLbutIRzfqIeWkiVcxGyLhwLnJ4mSJXqC8FqwHvZeo4uuBaWLU_1I/s640/da4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Set 5.</span></b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJWXGYZ-x9nMSeeOPY2Q20I68V8HY9IaznwaGUgA435zYAWYG0LgPuxtYPoGPOq2LT-cUBgTleqYixnifxmtBzdxin42sc5XX4BHPnaTSNfaIKtU8oczndLSJ66DWuhXAdoZDfJ3jrH3z9/s1600/da5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJWXGYZ-x9nMSeeOPY2Q20I68V8HY9IaznwaGUgA435zYAWYG0LgPuxtYPoGPOq2LT-cUBgTleqYixnifxmtBzdxin42sc5XX4BHPnaTSNfaIKtU8oczndLSJ66DWuhXAdoZDfJ3jrH3z9/s640/da5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Set 6.</span></b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZjdjh9inB8Hjc8xFZQecVj3ssahyphenhyphenaPNB3l4zfz3fo1YxiDMBmGBqqP9wIroppjJ8Fs0ow3QzmYSRfCaaZkKLI6ElcjzFC1yQcZIKZcnKwxq_lEKiEeO6P8iTFcPImjhjSdi2OdbEZ5j6N/s1600/da8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZjdjh9inB8Hjc8xFZQecVj3ssahyphenhyphenaPNB3l4zfz3fo1YxiDMBmGBqqP9wIroppjJ8Fs0ow3QzmYSRfCaaZkKLI6ElcjzFC1yQcZIKZcnKwxq_lEKiEeO6P8iTFcPImjhjSdi2OdbEZ5j6N/s640/da8.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Set 7.</span></b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDJd6aulDpYyfCs2AxTOBWEtL9_drrxvtEV4MsaLwMJlWrBsx4ofya-IddNZSRGw4K_J0CU8eoeSbxJo25KfkTKZgYyIiP2ZV4feq_3-XYTAm4IVpVS1PaGA3STjX0XNYub1m5kbpfr3j4/s1600/da6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="452" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDJd6aulDpYyfCs2AxTOBWEtL9_drrxvtEV4MsaLwMJlWrBsx4ofya-IddNZSRGw4K_J0CU8eoeSbxJo25KfkTKZgYyIiP2ZV4feq_3-XYTAm4IVpVS1PaGA3STjX0XNYub1m5kbpfr3j4/s640/da6.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I hope that we see each of these glorious gowns make their way across the gulf and onto the Hollywood red carpet. I loved the cerise and nude tulle dress in Set 1, the frosted pink gown with embroidered cape from the second set, and the three minted green frocks above. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Could you pick a favourite?</span></i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>*All images sourced from <a href="http://www.danyatrache.com/">www.danyatrache.com</a></i></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span>

Dany Atrache Spring Couture 2013

I have recently been introduced to the enchanting world of Dany Atrache Couture , a place where dream gowns are woven into reality, with jus...

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Paris Couture Week 2013 - Part 2

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Paris Couture Fashion Week</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Spring/Summer 2013</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Part Two</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><br /></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is the closing chapter in my Paris Couture Week coverage. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><span style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Georges Chakra</u></b></span></span><br /><br /><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">An extravanganza of colour collided at Georges Chakra's Spring Couture show, in a zesty fruit bowl of orange, lemon, guava and grapefruit. Black, white, navy and blue also weaved its way through the the colour-blocked cut-out evening gowns and slinky embellished mini dresses. Innovative necklines dipped into fit-and-flare silhouettes and floaty chiffon skirts...with glistening beads and a few feathers were thrown in for good measure.</span></span><br /><br /><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLKK8DLFOJxA3E_wMogxVD4wcdEJ1LW7wygj1oC49Ujt1XW9DS56eV5zzUEQnynes9iTnKRs7x5ZS2zldvEtTkIFnXsF5KPUTKuHSKFsF2O-y8t3ol5fSD5tHTZQTmnS5Obdt4UAyrR5iD/s1600/pcw.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLKK8DLFOJxA3E_wMogxVD4wcdEJ1LW7wygj1oC49Ujt1XW9DS56eV5zzUEQnynes9iTnKRs7x5ZS2zldvEtTkIFnXsF5KPUTKuHSKFsF2O-y8t3ol5fSD5tHTZQTmnS5Obdt4UAyrR5iD/s640/pcw.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span></span></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Elie Saab</u></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When it comes to creating exquisite evening wear, Elie Saab reigns supreme. Elie's SS13 Couture range follows his evergreen template of ethereal sheer gowns smothered with floral appliqués and the most intricate of crystal embroideries. Dresses were doused in a syrupy palette of ice blue, lavender, ivory and honeycomb, then turning more dramatic in shades of vivid red and black. Pocketed ballroom skirts and floor-sweeping capes brought a certain modernity to the princess ensembles. I hope to see a few of these on the red carpet.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4qtupzpOUcRnsGJ485m1nYVmZ2eukwD3Q-4NCRDGBy-wEFRRqYZI9OUAiPHKJMjzmiXpN3LQH9u6XSloR7sGwlm16Wkzz6umNRpEGlEtOXFfNe9HoiIhTG7RqYUA8hWCfButzE-S7P9ae/s1600/pcw2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4qtupzpOUcRnsGJ485m1nYVmZ2eukwD3Q-4NCRDGBy-wEFRRqYZI9OUAiPHKJMjzmiXpN3LQH9u6XSloR7sGwlm16Wkzz6umNRpEGlEtOXFfNe9HoiIhTG7RqYUA8hWCfButzE-S7P9ae/s640/pcw2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>  </b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Armani Privé</u></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I never would have put the words 'Armani' and 'Tribal' in the same sentence before, but this couture season, Giorgio took a cultural journey through the Middle Eastern and beyond. Slick satin trouser suits with sharply-cut cropped jackets and waistcoats were seen in abundance, alongside ethnically patterned dresses and beaded peplum tops. Scarlet, saffron, bronze and black made up the colour quota of layered looks and radiant evening gowns.</span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjZEM3BOq3CP-lCJruHYFRKFfOw4IUTyFM7BzzJtutX6NwAm7FF4ebiVbfaljSrPWRMm7pHoLPJhPL1EyjA-8RspQwowM9BBvv35757aS8uYKtQcfAKxQrn3OR79Q7_vUQ-tbzL55UH7vo/s1600/pcw1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjZEM3BOq3CP-lCJruHYFRKFfOw4IUTyFM7BzzJtutX6NwAm7FF4ebiVbfaljSrPWRMm7pHoLPJhPL1EyjA-8RspQwowM9BBvv35757aS8uYKtQcfAKxQrn3OR79Q7_vUQ-tbzL55UH7vo/s640/pcw1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>   </b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Valentino</u></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The value of a Valentino Spring couture gown is measured by finely filigreed embroidery, conscientiously piped onto organza in a garden trellis design. A sense of demure femininity was advocated through long-sleeved dresses with high necklines in variations of virtuous white. Floral, caped and birdcage dresses shared the stage with graceful evening gowns in crimson red, ivory pearl and inky black tulle.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2VU8_0fYEex3zRjQj-L9unRDHyz8CSm8-htG8BQlg6ifiK4eA5P_Vok4iYa6_vDxfqCNovZa9XNVwm7XI417rHAKMxR2aSjDdP6-5bPGTlJYnCEIAEcU-Zh2ZzfglxmFikfOYF0FcM3fq/s1600/pcw4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2VU8_0fYEex3zRjQj-L9unRDHyz8CSm8-htG8BQlg6ifiK4eA5P_Vok4iYa6_vDxfqCNovZa9XNVwm7XI417rHAKMxR2aSjDdP6-5bPGTlJYnCEIAEcU-Zh2ZzfglxmFikfOYF0FcM3fq/s640/pcw4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>     </b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Georges Hobeika</u></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fast becoming one of my favourite couturiers, Lebanese designer Georges Hobeika brings forth unprecedented prettiness for Spring. The season is beautifully shaded in emerald green, turquoise and carnation pink with whispers of lilac, grey, maple and rose. Full-skirted chiffon gowns were decked with incandescent beadwork and decadent floral motifs, artfully pieced together to create a celestial flower garden in bloom.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUpwcPkx6of52xv4MM51Pua0Upy2OYcwEPfB606rz0G00TujUhLc_roa6rvWrO_NxAosUPI0PBs4DrPoKfy2mWWfHv3wOvelX-BTlT2_8klzvZzRpQM1lmTembzjyjFAYE9nLpmvofAtnw/s1600/pcw5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUpwcPkx6of52xv4MM51Pua0Upy2OYcwEPfB606rz0G00TujUhLc_roa6rvWrO_NxAosUPI0PBs4DrPoKfy2mWWfHv3wOvelX-BTlT2_8klzvZzRpQM1lmTembzjyjFAYE9nLpmvofAtnw/s640/pcw5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><br /></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i>   </i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Zuhair Murad</u></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Zuhair Murad makes the dresses that Hollywood starlets love to wear, and with this ravishing new Couture collection, he is sure to inherit a few more fans. Ornamented with lavish gold embroidery and shimmering sequins, his impeccably fit evening gowns enchanted with their sensual femininity. A blush of peachy coral and oceanic blue was seen alongside cloudy whites, metallic gold and pewter. Swishing chiffon skirts and column gowns with languid capes breezed across the runway...and hopefully to a red carpet in the near future.</span><br /><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1kEoX-s4klEIcbkKxzbd-u0-e3F4aYIwMrUvOC43MZRqaF2pEeqtKx_qsIckZl_lSxyW7aQ4LBkk3A4kB5EsTuGpv7YEw_KFturcSXUchRJEzRv0u48DU_TzwOgpQ4MrprGJjQG-Ay_4r/s1600/pwc.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1kEoX-s4klEIcbkKxzbd-u0-e3F4aYIwMrUvOC43MZRqaF2pEeqtKx_qsIckZl_lSxyW7aQ4LBkk3A4kB5EsTuGpv7YEw_KFturcSXUchRJEzRv0u48DU_TzwOgpQ4MrprGJjQG-Ay_4r/s640/pwc.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i>Who has most impressed you this Spring Couture season?</i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>*If you missed Part One, stroll over <a href="http://frillsandthrills.blogspot.com/2013/01/paris-couture-week-2013-part-1.html">here</a>.</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><br /></b></span></div><br />

Paris Couture Week 2013 - Part 2

Paris Couture Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2013 Part Two This is the closing chapter in my Paris Couture Week coverage.  Georges Chakra An ext...

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Paris Couture Week 2013 - Part 1

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Paris Couture Fashion Week</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Spring/Summer 2013</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Part One</b></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There is no better place for avant grade inspiration than Paris Couture Fashion Week. This is part one of my runway recap from the City of Lights. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Please click on the image to zoom in.</span></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><u>Christian Dior</u></span></b><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The refined design aesthetic of Raf Simons blossomed at Dior's Couture SS13 presentation, uplifting the scene with cool blues, sunflower yellow, rose petal pinks and poppy red. The strapless bustier neckline was thematic throughout, as were chic cigarette pants and bell-shaped satin skirts fitted with pockets. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Delicate floral lace embroidery enhanced the buoyant spirit of Spring. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The range did feel slightly déjá vu from the last two seasons.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><br /><br /><div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdYwKsG83Pedayu7UpaVF84PnTUD8R15JH_DB7wluzv-7hh-zOXuFsjxADueIKcFWxMrMNylWZVagF5hVXzqLAz1c5rMiXdOq6S4t6D4o44ZwZ15bsHawEfMq5QNchyphenhyphen_C_48zpAtaLxg5B/s1600/pcw1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdYwKsG83Pedayu7UpaVF84PnTUD8R15JH_DB7wluzv-7hh-zOXuFsjxADueIKcFWxMrMNylWZVagF5hVXzqLAz1c5rMiXdOq6S4t6D4o44ZwZ15bsHawEfMq5QNchyphenhyphen_C_48zpAtaLxg5B/s640/pcw1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">    </span></b><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><u>Giambattista Valli</u></span></b><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A thoughtfully sculpted procession of feminine dresses drifted down the runway at Giambattista Valli. Black and white abstract animal prints and tented high-low hem skirts led the Spring 2013 showing, with dainty lilac and rose pink princess frocks following suit. Sumptuous ball gowns placed over pencil pants evoked an air of modern elegance.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7VhVViU62q3K5B4rkasCzT16X0A2AMlQNThTZloGr6282RUY887mvUciiKUWGXg1G6ZgL3gdroNJXFzej3tKImvq8a1s1PZuP4DPev1LEBxEU0fmU4v4hU3z3N-sIyAZmazFF_Q_d8F2b/s1600/pcw2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7VhVViU62q3K5B4rkasCzT16X0A2AMlQNThTZloGr6282RUY887mvUciiKUWGXg1G6ZgL3gdroNJXFzej3tKImvq8a1s1PZuP4DPev1LEBxEU0fmU4v4hU3z3N-sIyAZmazFF_Q_d8F2b/s640/pcw2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>    </b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Atelier Versace</u></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Donatella took an entirely different route for Spring 2013, presenting a collection that is high in impact and all that is classic Versace glamour. Black pinstriped ensembles boasted genuine 24 carat gold thread in this ode to gilded opulence, which also featured architectural dresses inspired by domes of glass. A wave of fluorescent pinks and acid green revitalized our fashion palettes with neon chiffon babydoll dresses that <i>should</i> come with its own set of sunglasses.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5TuIweE01exsrmQos2omg4TTEX7_gs_gNXJJ5xixBEKuHolSGv2RrsbbE2gWhx1dNqLNo36N_VQITWh7oHlnooF3OSRjn-eFWFdnYjiM8gc_pSZlL5Umxu9nc7H0Zxc4V-4J4gWVV3WFC/s1600/pcw3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5TuIweE01exsrmQos2omg4TTEX7_gs_gNXJJ5xixBEKuHolSGv2RrsbbE2gWhx1dNqLNo36N_VQITWh7oHlnooF3OSRjn-eFWFdnYjiM8gc_pSZlL5Umxu9nc7H0Zxc4V-4J4gWVV3WFC/s640/pcw3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">     </span></b><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><u>Alexis Mabille</u></span></b><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Couture week regular Alexis Mabille sent a confection of sugary romance down his Spring 2013 runway. Peaches and cream, strawberry kisses, honey almond and pastille pink coloured in the frothy evening gowns and lace lingerie inspired dresses. Bustier gowns and ribboned empire line looks were whirled in pleated chiffon, tiers of tulle and airy organza. Blissfully pretty.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipWb-Ac1vBUj1XjoLjmJvJgVZzu4Y-K_knpoy2yb5KsyeD8GYD9351p2lYLhzf9SytyRxQCCB8Hrh7YI20Upbezi4PFCygvRib_JuVdByKA3BW195FbtJoOQ-wpMqkAowyfeGdNBY5kEcV/s1600/pcw4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipWb-Ac1vBUj1XjoLjmJvJgVZzu4Y-K_knpoy2yb5KsyeD8GYD9351p2lYLhzf9SytyRxQCCB8Hrh7YI20Upbezi4PFCygvRib_JuVdByKA3BW195FbtJoOQ-wpMqkAowyfeGdNBY5kEcV/s640/pcw4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Stephane Rolland</u></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Stephane Rolland knows a thing or two about art, as evident in his skillfully sculpted collection, flaunting strong lines, symmetrical shapes & structured ruffles. Monochromatic silk gowns featured visually interesting sheer insert skirts with fishtail hems. Adding a 3 dimensional effect to the dresses were carefully pieced petals set upon peplum waists and necklines.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2spBsuEDRBQlrrANTRPf2ALunVPcNWbt2DAWM2B-NYPbGE2NTmfoxQHti-S5oY72rJgfdux64Bvff1CL89nBz8QDVqo3Irx-G9L-TQzl8lDKqrNPrpf3ZljHhHZyj3mZniHHwQnqWJTMt/s1600/pcw6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2spBsuEDRBQlrrANTRPf2ALunVPcNWbt2DAWM2B-NYPbGE2NTmfoxQHti-S5oY72rJgfdux64Bvff1CL89nBz8QDVqo3Irx-G9L-TQzl8lDKqrNPrpf3ZljHhHZyj3mZniHHwQnqWJTMt/s640/pcw6.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">     </span></b><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><u>Chanel</u></span></b><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Midnight strolls down forest paths in opulent fairytale dresses & cream tweed suits...that doesn't sound a bit unusual when you're talking about Chanel Couture. Karl Lagerfeld dreamed up an exquisite collection for Spring, with skirt suits, dainty dresses over lace leggings, a floral scattering of sequins & frayed feathered gowns that deserve a place in a Tim Burton movie.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTK5lvofS5EYcnXPCtCIg5FSm2JnPfOO_HgTLyJv6OA9fB4JW1AiwLMeyVlmzY6C-aG-A8qaXer0I6A2ZcfE-JmC07Gh0M1fZZ3zBRGlqOyKZDJQFAOwcU9UVH7rUBitgPR_s4fYGPsRDS/s1600/pcw5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTK5lvofS5EYcnXPCtCIg5FSm2JnPfOO_HgTLyJv6OA9fB4JW1AiwLMeyVlmzY6C-aG-A8qaXer0I6A2ZcfE-JmC07Gh0M1fZZ3zBRGlqOyKZDJQFAOwcU9UVH7rUBitgPR_s4fYGPsRDS/s640/pcw5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i>What are your thoughts on the Spring 2013 Couture Collections so far?</i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Part Two to follow.</i></span></div><br /></div><br />

Paris Couture Week 2013 - Part 1

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Awards Season Evening Gown Wishlist 2013

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The exciting Awards Season is upon us again, and for the next two months we can look forward to seeing gorgeous designer gowns styled on the red carpet. I've picked out my own wishlist of evening dresses I would like to see on Hollywood's most glamourous stars this season. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Jewel Tones</span></b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxrPCaHLJ5nlkRGYWO97QcMyVUOcmq8MSh1mhV7kadk4bMObFDvpd1F8nvGq5eY9Dp2ddywnx93LvnrJV7_z7X7c4wBRtxy89AMk5nmELmQpfxEuqgYI1lEP0JrjZWVMVfY94FE2k95gs3/s1600/rc.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxrPCaHLJ5nlkRGYWO97QcMyVUOcmq8MSh1mhV7kadk4bMObFDvpd1F8nvGq5eY9Dp2ddywnx93LvnrJV7_z7X7c4wBRtxy89AMk5nmELmQpfxEuqgYI1lEP0JrjZWVMVfY94FE2k95gs3/s640/rc.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As <i>Pantone's</i> colour of the year is emerald green, I thought this <i>Zuhair Murad</i> gown fell into the trend beautifully, for someone like Angelina Jolie or Jessica Chastain. The burgundy chiffon tiered <i>Marchesa</i> dress has an exotic Eastern flair, maybe brand fans Blake Lively or Jenna Dewan will try it on. I would love to see Emma Stone rock the sapphire blue <i>Elie Saab</i> gown, with her blonde hair. Katy Perry has already proved she wears <i>Naeem Khan</i> with ease. Emmy Rossum would be my pick for the ruby <i>Zuhair Murad</i> gown.</span></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>All Black</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDrBdwTJhSXtwgVMvtvzdkckeBtbZ4t3PJuxcD-IB9bUCWX_X0Xrs1Upm5TITjH9ebDfdJP8_slJ3VaBugiU4RhsEXueYtSFc5An1pT97TVySYRTYSOJ5iJRvgXwku0p0uzWGEErhajxwt/s1600/rc2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDrBdwTJhSXtwgVMvtvzdkckeBtbZ4t3PJuxcD-IB9bUCWX_X0Xrs1Upm5TITjH9ebDfdJP8_slJ3VaBugiU4RhsEXueYtSFc5An1pT97TVySYRTYSOJ5iJRvgXwku0p0uzWGEErhajxwt/s640/rc2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Black gowns are always a permanent fixture on the red carpet and these 5 looks are my favourites from the Fall 2013 collections. The <i>Issa</i> gown would look fantastic on just about anyone. The black embellished <i>Elie Saab</i> for Charlize Theron or Florence Welch. I'd like to see Olivia Wilde or Gwyneth Paltrow in the <i>Badgley Mischka</i>, hair up. Kristen Stewart or Gwen Stefani<i> </i>would bring the edge and attitude needed to the one-shouldered <i>Lanvin</i> suit.</span></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Princess Dresses</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid9zNgXVdNWHD4BTFIWTnVrZ6zFcDGf8DOGbjTwR5sQ3yF5vjDuWxWaHeHSozr7RPYO4nEPv1pNq54TAG0C_o4DdykhWm4pcG1W6HjP8H10b6FJyWEneDKm8m2luozc_6QgWfAscdZlDgj/s1600/rc3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid9zNgXVdNWHD4BTFIWTnVrZ6zFcDGf8DOGbjTwR5sQ3yF5vjDuWxWaHeHSozr7RPYO4nEPv1pNq54TAG0C_o4DdykhWm4pcG1W6HjP8H10b6FJyWEneDKm8m2luozc_6QgWfAscdZlDgj/s640/rc3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Because every red carpet needs a princess dress. I'd pick the first dress for Kaley Cuoco, Zooey Deschanel or Naomi Watts. The <i>Monique Lhuillier</i> gown reminded me of Taylor Swift's style - all things glittery & girly. The sky blue <i>Georges Hobeika</i> gown has been worn before but I think it requires a far bigger red carpet moment, it's my favourite dress of F/W 2012 couture week. Carrie Underwood and Julianne Hough may find it appealing to their feminine style. I loved the romance of the ombre watercolour printed <i>Zac Posen</i> gown.</span></div><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Brights</span></b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic7Zb0fJNHtqSh9SVeiH_YAHtOsUE2BVQsB-94QHclb2bzfS7PnAO2hQhodDwKRY0CgES-Bx6vtvH6alj3ysMuvfrxX1acCXyjazMcOX2ia5939o_ORzbtWL_X4_-5m1zuzMk-nTeDTblz/s1600/rc4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic7Zb0fJNHtqSh9SVeiH_YAHtOsUE2BVQsB-94QHclb2bzfS7PnAO2hQhodDwKRY0CgES-Bx6vtvH6alj3ysMuvfrxX1acCXyjazMcOX2ia5939o_ORzbtWL_X4_-5m1zuzMk-nTeDTblz/s640/rc4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For a vivid splash of colour on the red carpet...I loved the electric orange hue of the <i>Carolina Herrera</i> gown. Julie Bowen and Ginnifer Goodwin wear this colour well.</span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I liked the the green satin sheen, turquoise waistband and beaded heels of the <i>Carlos Miele</i> look. The acid green DVF dress would be a definite stand out look with it's fluorescent hue. I'm leaving this one to Solange and anyone in the Glee Club. The aquamarine <i>Zac Posen</i> mermaid gown and apricot <i>Oscar de la Renta</i> dress were made for Sofia Vergara, Reese Witherspoon and Emily Blunt. </span></div><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Pastel Romance</span></b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLwpXxk33PK6b3rIkDYT8ya_X8_DRujKzVjJcUcj3Ar-x5djwkVOIR_M8UwMf5YlYp8p8LnH2DjD_CGGo0yl-cqqP_OD4cqFttFcwegrUDRMeRhZmkSfuYBs6JlYUmR5cDQkccPokRRR7N/s1600/rc5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLwpXxk33PK6b3rIkDYT8ya_X8_DRujKzVjJcUcj3Ar-x5djwkVOIR_M8UwMf5YlYp8p8LnH2DjD_CGGo0yl-cqqP_OD4cqFttFcwegrUDRMeRhZmkSfuYBs6JlYUmR5cDQkccPokRRR7N/s640/rc5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Scarlett Johansson and Jayma Mays came to mind when I saw the pretty shell pink peplum dress by <i>Badgley Mischka</i>. This uber sexy <i>Versace</i> gown would suit the stylings of Jennifer Lopez, Heidi Klum or Alessandra Ambrosio. The lilac dream of a gown by <i>Georges Hobeika</i> would look lovely on a Kate Mara or Emilia Clarke. I'd love to see the gold and peach <i>Elie Saab</i> dress on Keira Knightley. The embellished drop-waist and floaty chiffon skirt of this ice grey <i>Jenny Packham</i> gown would look beautiful on Leighton Meester or Jessica Biel.</span></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b> Navy Blues</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSzGFCXBGd1oMbgX9X1Je7Yr8B3R_DWTAZhucy5Ne8heXpRsV6yfJR9WP1W3mzpXXuCDJ8q_zilGjK4ElDN5ub9zP-5A999tBHs8QalMJkYLTixM0ctKUXYpFZOvFIvwDNpkbQTqQXKN8x/s1600/rc6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSzGFCXBGd1oMbgX9X1Je7Yr8B3R_DWTAZhucy5Ne8heXpRsV6yfJR9WP1W3mzpXXuCDJ8q_zilGjK4ElDN5ub9zP-5A999tBHs8QalMJkYLTixM0ctKUXYpFZOvFIvwDNpkbQTqQXKN8x/s640/rc6.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">An alternative to black, navy is a more subtle way to make an elegant entrance. The asymmetrical <i>Matthew Williamson</i> would be ideal for Amy Adams or Penelope Cruz. The dazzling <i>Jason Wu</i> seem to have Dakota Fanning's name stitched onto it. I'd like to see it on Jessica Alba. I thought of Kate Beckinsale or Ashley Greene in the navy lace <i>Monique Lhuillier.</i> I'd love to see Nina Dobrev in the beautiful chiffon snow specked <i>Carolina Herrera</i> gown.</span></div><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Wild Cards</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7OeRD7y3UNuIhwhDllVLRXelStnFScm336sCXEJTqLh60LSo9BuDeB_wcVLCgfY_5NQ6qnEHwZ4u6WbUcMvNb0XjTG5NrOdG2seYd0rWsV9FYDWlr9sSHB3lls2hm5IflCnDhX2G8JEMg/s1600/rc7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7OeRD7y3UNuIhwhDllVLRXelStnFScm336sCXEJTqLh60LSo9BuDeB_wcVLCgfY_5NQ6qnEHwZ4u6WbUcMvNb0XjTG5NrOdG2seYd0rWsV9FYDWlr9sSHB3lls2hm5IflCnDhX2G8JEMg/s640/rc7.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> This set of looks are quite a risk, they could either go very well and be fashion forward, or they could be a disaster of Everest proportions. I've got the first gown pinned down for the avant-garde stylings of Sarah Jessica Parker. We've already seen that Cheryl Cole does <i>Stephane Rolland Couture</i> great justice, and I think she'd be stunning in the bordeoux gown. Fan Bing Bing also does these complex looks quite well. I can only picture Diane Kruger in the flush pink ruffled <i>Giambattista Valli </i>couture gown. The edgy <i>Saint Laurent</i> (minus oversized hat and gloves) could work for Zoe Saldana or Amber Heard. I adore the frivolity of the last elaborately frilled red look by <i>Giambattista Valli</i>. I think it would be more suited to the Cannes Film Festival...someone, anyone please wear it (and no, <u>not</u> you Lady Gaga).</span></div><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Pretty Pale</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqCcWBMrsqryW2cXR-0PYwjjBX4zZ1L3_-vWT9nSvBmG5DpGzwvGr0z4NxYWPPbz6wg8IZBGY5ffDvbGqHwJg7t-RP4CHhpeXjUi7OsJxRnnRBnyZ97rINg3fbK9N-a3Ek2MDCU0FD-6ZQ/s1600/rc8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqCcWBMrsqryW2cXR-0PYwjjBX4zZ1L3_-vWT9nSvBmG5DpGzwvGr0z4NxYWPPbz6wg8IZBGY5ffDvbGqHwJg7t-RP4CHhpeXjUi7OsJxRnnRBnyZ97rINg3fbK9N-a3Ek2MDCU0FD-6ZQ/s640/rc8.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Blush or nude tone dresses have become a red carpet staple of late. The <i>Carlos Miele</i> cut-out dress for Mila Kunis, Selena Gomez or Kate Hudson. The exquisite embellished <i>Marchesa</i> gown may work for Michelle Williams' pixie style or Lily Collins. The silver fringed <i>Oscar de la Renta</i> make me think of Lea Michele, Vanessa Hudgens and Camilla Belle. I can imagine Nicole Kidman or Cate Blanchett wear the ivory fringed <i>Naeem Khan</i> gown. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Bella Thorne or Elle Fanning could make the most of the frothy tulle </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">fairytale</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Tadashi Shoji</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">gown.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Would you also like to see any of the evening gowns on the red carpet this awards season? Who would you pick to wear them?</span></b></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>*P.S 'Looks of the Week' will resume as usual next week.</i></span></div><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><br />

Awards Season Evening Gown Wishlist 2013

The exciting Awards Season is upon us again, and for the next two months we can look forward to seeing gorgeous designer gowns styled on the...

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Paris Fall Couture Week 2012 - Part 3

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Paris Couture Fashion Week</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Fall/Winter 2012-2013</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Part Three</b></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My coverage of Paris Couture Week comes to a close with a focus on the exquisite collections of Lebanese designers. We are all familiar with Beirut's most famous import, Elie Saab, but there are few more notable couturiers that deserve their space in the style spotlight. What I love about the Lebanese designers is their exceptional craftsmanship, exquisite hand-beading, intricate attention to every detail, and their ability to bring princess perfect gowns to life with in a way that is delicate, elegant and utterly feminine. Click on the pictures to zoom in.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><br /><br /></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Elie Saab</u></b></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The master of couture has served up another triumphant collection, possibly even more beautiful than the ones before. The silhouettes were graceful, accented at the waist with bateau necklines and lengths from midway to maxi. A vigorous splash of peach and teal added colour to the range of black, gold and taupe Imperial-inspired evening wear. Breathtaking gowns were contrived from lusciously beaded lace, silk crepe and brocade, drizzled with the opulence of a Byzantine empress.</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhldT_yS6RRVAWlg0Px-Of7wywfWWOoQmR20MaaPaD-KmGdUOuxl3ZaZD8jrL7l19abjGsVMEyXpMVpIJAXPYNAKLe5Gwxvr3dn48-Wznu3nK1xMfJ9bz2R8uyTh_cWvB3K2hES1WMX5zvQ/s1600/eliesaab1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhldT_yS6RRVAWlg0Px-Of7wywfWWOoQmR20MaaPaD-KmGdUOuxl3ZaZD8jrL7l19abjGsVMEyXpMVpIJAXPYNAKLe5Gwxvr3dn48-Wznu3nK1xMfJ9bz2R8uyTh_cWvB3K2hES1WMX5zvQ/s640/eliesaab1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXe0Ddt3lqoOO_JYmWjlQCqLF0O1v-ngp3yJRYfZruqez28YI4YEHTiqEIjqb42YdXZIcYlCQYMVMiIJyXxtIfoKB_iWS6kZdODevJ5Wu3HSgWOCu124smmXZQx9kPNKWiyBZBSqxcRgcx/s1600/eliesaab2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXe0Ddt3lqoOO_JYmWjlQCqLF0O1v-ngp3yJRYfZruqez28YI4YEHTiqEIjqb42YdXZIcYlCQYMVMiIJyXxtIfoKB_iWS6kZdODevJ5Wu3HSgWOCu124smmXZQx9kPNKWiyBZBSqxcRgcx/s640/eliesaab2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv1dGUMEvPLT0h8KE_xIm_80cQsgq0PhjBForc3re_p7O6eZfPIguoJapjU08hVRlSNhS4cFyyB-ftn5-Kat1MibJFoGIDF9WIvgfnJ2ISgXeXX8umQhfXMKtcft5E7jfOONDoYskotFL8/s1600/eliesaab3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv1dGUMEvPLT0h8KE_xIm_80cQsgq0PhjBForc3re_p7O6eZfPIguoJapjU08hVRlSNhS4cFyyB-ftn5-Kat1MibJFoGIDF9WIvgfnJ2ISgXeXX8umQhfXMKtcft5E7jfOONDoYskotFL8/s640/eliesaab3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Georges Chakra</u></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Lebanese designer celebrates 25 years in the fashion industry with a ritzy Fall Couture collection tinted in crimson red, midnight blue, rays of violet, black and lustrous gold. The hourglass figure is accentuated by</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> fitted waists and bell-shaped skirts, while the asymmetrical shoulder was a prominent feature on the curve-hugging gowns. Sequins and feathers were found in abundance, methodically embroidered onto the dresses, adding dimension and texture. Favored by many-a-popstar, we can expect to see a few of Chakra's creations somewhere along the musical red carpet.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCecqaEZm2XReDARV69yBx5inyCzzC4wp5d6kycDDIvOyFsKRRWh6ya0QMPr3Hs4j4AHNB87tqqcDGYcLv1gpobGPTmgLuW91zzkjVoIdUhtzQu2d9R5OCOX1uaoRRt_x26Jj-nsI_5KoQ/s1600/chakra.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCecqaEZm2XReDARV69yBx5inyCzzC4wp5d6kycDDIvOyFsKRRWh6ya0QMPr3Hs4j4AHNB87tqqcDGYcLv1gpobGPTmgLuW91zzkjVoIdUhtzQu2d9R5OCOX1uaoRRt_x26Jj-nsI_5KoQ/s640/chakra.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Georges Hobeika</u></b></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">An enchanting tale of fairies aflight and gardens in bloom, Georges Hobeika incited the magic of nature for his Fall 2012 Couture Collection. Fluttering gowns appeared in sublime shades of summer sage, rose red, lavender, minted aqua and sea breeze blue. Sumptuous velvets were underpinned by sheer chiffons, silk mousseline and lace, the pussycat neck bow acting as a leitmotif. The ethereal looks were festooned with dainty floral appliqués and a flurry of organza petals. I would love to see the hazy blue half of this collection on the red carpet, the second last look (blue ballgown, bottom row) is one of my favourites of fashion week.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTrQjP0aK9GtCZF4njpp_xOe1kZ9dDHE6w08EUD9wxuD6gAG7lldu9hb-G41WZWZfyMyGKbJFpqYmxqs9PU18rxIFrDOCANFSiox5iq3O1aipe-LsB-OJSnwXdXgU7yCvt4Nu3vgvLj1qX/s1600/hobeika1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTrQjP0aK9GtCZF4njpp_xOe1kZ9dDHE6w08EUD9wxuD6gAG7lldu9hb-G41WZWZfyMyGKbJFpqYmxqs9PU18rxIFrDOCANFSiox5iq3O1aipe-LsB-OJSnwXdXgU7yCvt4Nu3vgvLj1qX/s640/hobeika1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiuHvqJZdQiynX26o7KR4p1hQ4OR6lzlj5rzQWoXspEk7i-1fOT5F0WFkw_5fTfdbarTQE33581Ep32TT2bXuhQs5yFK5nXApyvYMP-FbK5K1meJ1Vjo0vwLz-fxk4pNKXpil7oGipe65F/s1600/hobeika2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiuHvqJZdQiynX26o7KR4p1hQ4OR6lzlj5rzQWoXspEk7i-1fOT5F0WFkw_5fTfdbarTQE33581Ep32TT2bXuhQs5yFK5nXApyvYMP-FbK5K1meJ1Vjo0vwLz-fxk4pNKXpil7oGipe65F/s640/hobeika2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Zuhair Murad</u></b></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">With style icons like Blake Lively, Taylor Swift and Jennifer Lopez wearing his designs, Zuhair Murad is a fashion force to be reckoned with. He creates the kind of eye-catching, head-turning looks that always make a dramatic statement. For Fall 2012, Murad flirts with florals, as seen on the voluminous, varicolored gowns, and with delicately embroidered blossoms tacked onto gauzy lace, see-through silhouettes and full tulle skirts. Celestial white and ivory gowns make for pretty bridal wear, while red haute dresses appeal to one's passionate side. Concluding this extravagant collection is a set of emerald green and royal blue gowns in luxurious satins and silk, trimmed with feathers and self-shaded beads. </span><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFDAqOJSUiUd6fFgSyXiRf3Wl-9l1VANp935KmmXKs3e9-ztPSzMEBVH_otFYPD2kcUCbePF88IcIj3SCYQjle8O37x8GrEJu3rcnEyazEIk3gq8oud3FtKTvGRHSxgq-xkfK7yWWnL-8t/s1600/zuhairmurad1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFDAqOJSUiUd6fFgSyXiRf3Wl-9l1VANp935KmmXKs3e9-ztPSzMEBVH_otFYPD2kcUCbePF88IcIj3SCYQjle8O37x8GrEJu3rcnEyazEIk3gq8oud3FtKTvGRHSxgq-xkfK7yWWnL-8t/s640/zuhairmurad1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioGyhGKIEL46LIxAP00lyM8J5eKDvwDWN4v00Gz4C7YioYnWaneTRy6LEdbGGExWy3codQaJHS1U_7KZpYCCpFrs9ACaCwpaCKFfcerUDFtPBOAF94wIXpoVgc8jt6mrXvRaYJQnKmspSG/s1600/zuhairmurad2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioGyhGKIEL46LIxAP00lyM8J5eKDvwDWN4v00Gz4C7YioYnWaneTRy6LEdbGGExWy3codQaJHS1U_7KZpYCCpFrs9ACaCwpaCKFfcerUDFtPBOAF94wIXpoVgc8jt6mrXvRaYJQnKmspSG/s640/zuhairmurad2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Have you spotted your dream dress yet? That sums up the wonderment that was Paris Couture Fashion Week. Click for <a href="http://frillsandthrills.blogspot.com/2012/07/paris-fall-couture-week-2012-part-1.html">Parts One</a> & <a href="http://frillsandthrills.blogspot.com/2012/07/paris-fall-couture-fashion-week-2012.html">Two</a> of my runway reviews. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span>

Paris Fall Couture Week 2012 - Part 3

Paris Couture Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2012-2013 Part Three My coverage of Paris Couture Week comes to a close with a focus on the exquisite...

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Paris Fall Couture Week 2012 - Part 2

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Paris Couture Fashion Week</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Fall/Winter 2012-2013</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Part Two</b></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is the second part to my runway reviews of Couture Week in Paris.</span><br /><br /><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Alexandre Vauthier</u></b></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">After viewing a string of pastel shaded and darker, wintry themed shows, Alexandre Vauthier's invigorating collection came as a pleasant change. The <i>very</i> V-neck was imposed upon most of the alluring outfits, demanding attention in true diva style. The palette was made up of crisp whites, glossy golds and sandy beige. Sharply-cut silhouettes displayed asymmetrical necklines, peplum-waist shirts, body-hugging mini dresses with high slits and leisurely jumpsuits with tapered pants. The beguiling looks were furnished with rows of heavy gold chains, metallic belts, geometric beading and shiny Louboutin heels. The JLo's and Kardashians of the world have just met their new wardrobe.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeUxSi6gMKBxx_DHIocOc294PUlvTWVsjlyQxA_k_I0c3sGruYX3QFJcTrnzDaiOE3r9oDyXCqqT8DczbWd3A4eM-gEERRw0tYQj8-EBaSxnWtxgV8tLhMgUcS9kZSTtRrq6uyD1Y7kneq/s1600/alexandre.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeUxSi6gMKBxx_DHIocOc294PUlvTWVsjlyQxA_k_I0c3sGruYX3QFJcTrnzDaiOE3r9oDyXCqqT8DczbWd3A4eM-gEERRw0tYQj8-EBaSxnWtxgV8tLhMgUcS9kZSTtRrq6uyD1Y7kneq/s640/alexandre.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Armani Privé</u></b></span><br /><br /><div><br /><br /></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Giorgio Armani dished up a series of modern-luxe looks inspired by the mystique of dusk and the enigma of a navy blue night. Veiled models paced the runway in a variation of pale lilacs, pinks and cordial shades of blue. An interesting blend of contemporary and futurism, the collection displayed </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">suave suits and tailored coats cropped at the waist, generously cut </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">pants in the softest black velvet, bright blocks of colour and shimmering evening gowns that mirror the midnight sky.</span></div><div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZj3zXkPZ6LPzidi60qDXdDcIKXJTnjAx6iH6eXTE1VAQ2dzFPYDCLjVlpgYb8u1YEbMsAUGw4DroxDJb2aWzCzyXuJLMH8KXZ3h0wxRkEGtlsceU9e_KyJ50muMHM6bz2l7YgrVFBjLdl/s1600/armani.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZj3zXkPZ6LPzidi60qDXdDcIKXJTnjAx6iH6eXTE1VAQ2dzFPYDCLjVlpgYb8u1YEbMsAUGw4DroxDJb2aWzCzyXuJLMH8KXZ3h0wxRkEGtlsceU9e_KyJ50muMHM6bz2l7YgrVFBjLdl/s640/armani.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><u>Valentino</u></span></b><br /><br /><div><br /><br /></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Valentino gave us the expected amount of elegance vs femininity, with a side of covert sexiness for Fall 2012. Midnight blue laid down the foundation of the couture collection, with the steadfast set of scarlet gowns following and a dusting of mink, golden caramel and yellow. Sheer chiffons and crepes added a lightness to range, contrasting the heavier velvets, cashmere and brocades. The jumpsuit is no longer your lounge-out-in look, it has been restyled with the utmost decadence in flashy beaded black and gold. Evening wear was kept simple and refined in slender silhouettes with high round-necks and long sleeves.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiShnN0scTnfe13go4pKHIoeGatWS5uDEXwGKQLYElBc55seIllYhYQPesBqZEYJRxHCfu8mSjqLzsZmm3E6tAHTlSf4daY7TAM4NmUwEruJ2EVMzx4a-j4rEOMvpaaV-0gsHbISv65XTVe/s1600/valentino.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="344" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiShnN0scTnfe13go4pKHIoeGatWS5uDEXwGKQLYElBc55seIllYhYQPesBqZEYJRxHCfu8mSjqLzsZmm3E6tAHTlSf4daY7TAM4NmUwEruJ2EVMzx4a-j4rEOMvpaaV-0gsHbISv65XTVe/s640/valentino.jpg" width="640" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Stéphane Rolland</u></b></span><br /><br /><div><br /><br /></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Of all the couture collections, the one I am always most intrigued by is Stéphane Rolland. The ingenious designer finds new and unique ways to drape gorgeous fluid fabrics, this season in burgundy, cream, sepia and black. Rolland adds drama to his form-fitting silhouettes with shards of silicone, feathered trusses and projected circular shapes, masterly crafted onto mermaid skirts. Waists were accented with unusual belts and models wore quirky semi-covered gloves. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Long flowing capes framed the sleekly tailored pantsuits and floor-sweeping gowns. If any super heroine is in the market for a new trailblazing couture costume, this is where she should shop.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFQxjHm09D_LsmGIfREEgCz1mXNqZf4ACe5n84mGmtljbzPU665ozBjXy2vHQ3zna0qVV1W-IEUxiKl5RQpAtDlKj9iEwv-e_7ZybaepoQHzNwFjg8bA9RuztD2bJn58iV67Xay_gIu3K-/s1600/rolland1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFQxjHm09D_LsmGIfREEgCz1mXNqZf4ACe5n84mGmtljbzPU665ozBjXy2vHQ3zna0qVV1W-IEUxiKl5RQpAtDlKj9iEwv-e_7ZybaepoQHzNwFjg8bA9RuztD2bJn58iV67Xay_gIu3K-/s640/rolland1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1kl6GZ8IWTY4WWCLS-efiTvc3DlgMw1wIQfTWWNWmpU4CsiljuuIC8se1cfI5lACeJSP2tpMvv3nqG88JTYp5EP5C7wmS1NHhViU-PZmaDMUwdtdae8nXzN3K-gyXYzYAQOQQnGKKm36C/s1600/rolland2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1kl6GZ8IWTY4WWCLS-efiTvc3DlgMw1wIQfTWWNWmpU4CsiljuuIC8se1cfI5lACeJSP2tpMvv3nqG88JTYp5EP5C7wmS1NHhViU-PZmaDMUwdtdae8nXzN3K-gyXYzYAQOQQnGKKm36C/s640/rolland2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For part one of Paris Couture Fashion Week, visit <a href="http://frillsandthrills.blogspot.com/2012/07/paris-fall-couture-week-2012-part-1.html">here</a>. A special edition for the final chapter to follow.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

Paris Fall Couture Week 2012 - Part 2

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