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Thursday, August 9, 2012
My Five - Givenchy Fall 2012 Couture
If Karl Lagerfeld ever needs to learn how to edit a collection, just boil a collection down to the nitty gritty (and he might want to try that*), then he just needs to give Riccardo Tisci a call. Seriously, his collections might lack in number of looks, but they certainly never lack in craftsmanship and detail. Breathtakingly so. These are certainly not work-a-day clothes, nor are they going to appeal to most. But that's sort of the point of Haute Couture, no? Couture is essentially custom built clothing that is assembled by hand with extraordinary attention to detail. And what details. Check out my picks below:
*and yes, I understand that Chanel is quite a bit larger of a company and they need to appeal to many more markets/stores than Givenchy, so they naturally need to provide more product options. However, I still think KL's collections (especially for Chanel) tend to ramble. Maybe just tighten up the runway looks. Throwing spitballs people...
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
My Five - Valentino Couture Fall 2012
This collection was filled with really beautiful dresses in colors to die for. The company's signature red was overshadowed by the lovely cobalt blues and a deep blue/purple that looked so luxe. I loved the very detailed printed and woven patterned fabrics used, just stunning! Here are my picks, enjoy!
Images via Vogue.com
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
My Five - Chanel Couture Fall 2012
I'm going to sum up this collection in two words: pink and grey. And fluff. Basically, there were lots of pink and grey outfits and some of them were fluffy. It featured the usual mix of textures and classic "Chanel" suit variations. Very beautiful, yes (see detail shots after my picks), but repetitive. Look I'm going to be honest I'm down on Karl Lagerfeld at the moment. He says the meanest most absurd things (like calling Adele "fat" and just a couple of weeks ago said that Kate Middleton's sister Pippa, should just be looked at from the back because her face is ugly or something to that effect) and I'm just kind of sick of it. Hey Karl, you don't get a "pass" because you are an eccentric designer, mean is mean no matter who you are. Seriously, if you don't have something nice to say then just don't say it! Sorry for the rant, but I had to get it off my chest. Here are my picks, enjoy!
Detail shots (where Couture lives, in the details)!
This look is a good way to sum up the collection - metallic mixed with tweed.
Love this metallic grey with the "spray" of the hot pink".
Stunning wedding gown finale.
Detail shots (where Couture lives, in the details)!
Ah, this fabric is so gorgeous!
How awesome is the iridescent (looks to be printed on, but could be woven in - can't tell from this picture) fabric?
Totally digging these leather sleeve/gloves shown with quite a few looks (see above look too).
Images via Style.com
Monday, August 6, 2012
My Five - Christian Dior Couture Fall 2012
Welcome to Couture Week! Otherwise known as my week long coverage of my picks from the Fall 2012 Haute Couture shows. Away we go!
This marks the first collection for newly installed Dior designer Raf Simons and there was a mild hysteria over the whole thing. When I heard that Mr. Simons landed the Dior job I can honestly say that my first reaction was nothing. I had no opinion. I felt that Bill Gaytten had found his footing (see the outstanding IMO Fall 2012 ready to wear collection), but I guess they wanted a "name". So here we are. After looking at the collection my first reaction was that he did a great job paying tribute to Christian Dior and the "new look" - nipped in waist, full skirt. My second reaction was, what's going on with the chests? The bodices of some of the dresses were weird. They have foldy out (such technical language from this apparel major) fabric where the breasts are and it makes it look like the girl's boobs are all wonky. I like to call it the "wonky boob" - see below:
A couple of beautiful dresses with an unfortunate case of "wonky boob". Grrr...
This marks the first collection for newly installed Dior designer Raf Simons and there was a mild hysteria over the whole thing. When I heard that Mr. Simons landed the Dior job I can honestly say that my first reaction was nothing. I had no opinion. I felt that Bill Gaytten had found his footing (see the outstanding IMO Fall 2012 ready to wear collection), but I guess they wanted a "name". So here we are. After looking at the collection my first reaction was that he did a great job paying tribute to Christian Dior and the "new look" - nipped in waist, full skirt. My second reaction was, what's going on with the chests? The bodices of some of the dresses were weird. They have foldy out (such technical language from this apparel major) fabric where the breasts are and it makes it look like the girl's boobs are all wonky. I like to call it the "wonky boob" - see below:
Why do that? Take that fabric away and you have a beautiful dress. Sheesh.
Jessica Biel just wore this same dress and now she has a case of "wonky boob"
Enough of the "wonky boob". Overall the collection was beautifully done, lots of crisp cuts and beautiful fabrics with dashes of pink, yellow, red and cobalt blue. I think Mr. Simons was out to set the table for his tenure at Dior and not be too radical, doing exactly what he should do, pay tribute to the legacy while pushing forward towards the future. I'm eager to see what's next! Here are my picks, enjoy!
Gah, the embellishment on this dress is to die for - that peek of yellow at the bottom is killing me! Love! (see Alber Elbaz over there on the left with the glasses? Looks like he's noticing that part of the dress too!)
This dress rocks my world! Check out Alber looking pensive, which is pretty much how he stayed during the show - lol!
Metallic slab of a belt? Yes, please!
This dress matches the lady with the cardigan back there - that cardigan is going to haunt my dreams, it's in every. single. shot.
Check out the pink metallic shoes with the cobalt blue dress - I likey!
Black, tailored suit. Doesn't get more classic than this folks!
A couple of beautiful dresses with an unfortunate case of "wonky boob". Grrr...
What do you think? Did Raf hit the ground running?
Friday, August 3, 2012
Happy Weekend!
Hope your week was positive and productive! It's finally Friday and I know I'm ready for the weekend. I've been totally wrapped up in the Olympics, I've been watching every single night, just riveted. And so far I'm totally captivated/inspired/proud of these ladies:
Gabby Douglas
Missy Franklin
Misty May Trainor and Kerri Walsh
Allyson Felix
Gabby Douglas
Missy Franklin
Misty May Trainor and Kerri Walsh
(I love that even though they've won so many gold medals and been to so many Olympic games, they're not jaded and are excited to be there. Love them!)
And I'm totally stoked to see these ladies start their competitions!
Allyson Felix
Lolo Jones
What can I say? I'm crazy about the Olympics! How about you all, are you tuning in? Also, I should note that after watching all these athletes (male and female), I'm now on a quest for the return of my 6 pack abs that have been hidden for a few years now ;o)
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, August 2, 2012
My Five - Chado Ralph Rucci Resort 2013
Following my post about the Ralph Rucci exhibit at SCAD earlier this week, I figured I would share my picks from Chado Ralph Rucci's Resort 2013 collection! My picks may not reflect it, but this collection was all about color. Clear, vivid, bright colors ranging from red to pink to yellow to purple and even some mint for good measure. Obviously black, white and neutrals are well represented too! The silhouettes ranged from crisp and tailored to flowy. Again, Mr. Rucci's genius is that he designs not just for the young and not just for the more mature ladies, but for every woman. For that reason I thank him. Here are my picks! Enjoy!
I need this dress in my life now!
Images via Style.com
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
What I Bought on Vacation
Okay it's been a little heavy on what I've purchased lately here on the ol' blog, but I love to share what I have purchased (especially if I like it a lot)! Here are the two items I bought from the Marc by Marc Jacobs store in Savannah. I really wanted to go to that store during our swing through Savannah. I had done a bit of preliminary hunting on some affordable options that I could get while I was there and this rubber bracelet fit the bill! My dear friend has one in pink and highly recommended it. They didn't have a ton of them in the store and in only a few colors, but the blue fit the bill for me. And for $28 you can't beat it!
It's so lightweight and easy to wear, I totally recommend it! It looks like separate links but it's really just one piece of molded rubber. Here are some of the color options available:
Top left colors available here
Top right colors available here
While I was in the store I found this cute skull necklace that I fell in love with (what is up with me and skulls lately?) and at $10 I snapped it up! This must be an in-store only option because I haven't found it online from MJ.
Since it's not available online, I found some affordable alternatives:
While we were in Hilton Head I headed to the outlets one day and picked up these goodies from J.Crew. Bonus, they were having an extra 50% off of all sale items that day so the three pieces below cost me $30! Awesome!
Yellow tee
Trouser jeans - similar
White bermuda shorts
So my total vacation shopping cost a grand total of $68!
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