John Galliano Spring 2011
Always a showman and never one-upped, John Galliano presented another breathtaking namesake collection that literally had some guests tearing up. Each outfit in the show was one-of-a-kind, representing an artwork by painters like Jean Cocteau, Henri Matisse, Georges Braque, Chaim Soutine and Marc Chagall–all of whom were cajoled by the aspiring French actress Mari Lani … Continue reading “John Galliano Spring 2011”
Givenchy Bags Spring 2011
Meet the modern take on an evening clutch. Riccardo Tisci’s Givenchy bag collection–at least what was shown on his spring runway–was small but tough and packing plenty of attitude. These scaled down pieces can be worn on the shoulder or, should convenience be a factor, across the body. It’s all chic, all the time. I … Continue reading “Givenchy Bags Spring 2011”
Givenchy Spring 2011
Where Riccardo Tisci goes, leopard spots follow. For a decidedly tough-chic spring collection, Tisci, once again, harked back to his specialty: designing a wardrobe for women that verges on masculinity. This was a loud show. The clothes were unabashedly strong–from the strong shoulders and silhouette molded to the body to the metal hardware and intense … Continue reading “Givenchy Spring 2011”
Alicia Keys in Dolce & Gabbana
Blessed with beauty genes that are clearly envied the world over, Alicia Keys has only gotten more gorgeous as she nears her due date. Can you believe this Grammy Award winner is about to have her first baby any day now? Yet she managed to look the best she’s ever looked earlier this week when … Continue reading “Alicia Keys in Dolce & Gabbana”
Balenciaga Debuts Timepiece
Slowly but surely, some of the world’s most exclusive fashion brands are debuting their own timepieces. Last season Bottega Veneta unveiled a new watch out later this fall; and now, Nicolas Ghesquière used his Spring 2011 runway show to mark the world debut of his brand’s first-ever watch. The limited-edition timepiece will retail for a … Continue reading “Balenciaga Debuts Timepiece”
Céline Spring 2011
It’s official: the squishy bag is back. Phoebe Philo did an about turn from fall, sending out for spring a series of squashy clutch and handheld shapes that were a departure from the structured, ladylike shapes for fall. Simplistic in design and rich in color (check out that plum!), the handheld shoulder bag features a … Continue reading “Céline Spring 2011”