Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2011
It was a rock ‘n’ roll adventure from look one, as Jean Paul Gaultier’s collection roared open with the pounding guitars of Joan Jett & The Blackhearts on the soundtrack and closed with a surprise appearance by Beth Ditto. Fitting, given his theme tribute to the “Queens of Rock,” and inspiration found in London in … Continue reading “Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2011”
Akris Spring 2011
In the midst of fashion week frenzy, when looks and styles range the gamut hour by hour, an Akris show is comparable to a super chic palette cleanser. Albert Kriemler is a master when it comes to sensuous and refined design, and fortunately, the same can be said for his still relatively new handbag collection. … Continue reading “Akris Spring 2011”
Lanvin Couture Spring 2011
Alber Elbaz is so delicious you just want to eat him up like a Ladurée macaroon, yet for spring he showed his tougher side, unleashing a collection that boldly reinterpreted the writhing coils of a snake in a series of bold-conscious sheaths that were simple, spare and straight to the point. Geoffrey Beene–Alber’s first mentor–would … Continue reading “Lanvin Couture Spring 2011”
Lanvin Shoes Spring 2011
Simply put, these shoes are sexy as well. Gone are the bubble gum pinks and rosy red, gone are the rosettes, bows and ribbons. These are a power woman’s heels! Take one look at that black leather stiletto and tell me if you’d dare mess with the woman who has those shoes on. I didn’t … Continue reading “Lanvin Shoes Spring 2011”
Lanvin Bags Spring 2011
What Alber Elbaz chooses to show on the runway is only a small percentage of the entire breadth of any one season’s offerings. The same can be said for the accessories–and, in particular, the handbags. The few key shapes shown on the runway are meant to make a statement in as few words as possible. … Continue reading “Lanvin Bags Spring 2011”
Lanvin Spring 2011
Last season’s tiger’s fang-shaped necklaces have become next season’s housefly. Elie Top, Lanvin’s creative head when it comes to all things bijoux, has focused on a smaller object upon which to fantasize. The resulting brooches, necklaces and bracelets can verge on creepy at times–particularly for those with a fear of insects–but they’re nevertheless jeweled and … Continue reading “Lanvin Spring 2011”