Spring 2011 Couture Week Part Deux!

Amongst the soft colours and feminine floaty dresses at Spring 2011 Couture Week, there was also an array of edgy black looks, hot reds and with tough girl chicness.

Look on and be inspired:

Monsieur Gaultier had anarchism and rebellion in mind for his couture show with models strutting his designs with sky high mohawks. Black was the shade of choice for the collection with pops of red, blue, white, ruffles and sparkle. This tough look to the left, emphasizes the waist with the A-line skirt and thick embroidered belt creating a silhouette that takes a nod to the 1940's. Combined with an embellished choker, this is a futuristic yet classic look reminiscent of 1982's Blade Runner. The look to the right, is a lightweight black sequin suit. If you want relaxed and glamorous, this look is all that you need. Adding to the rebellious, punk theme of the collection, is the low v-neck and sheer fabric of the inside blouse. Oh la la!

The 1940's and 1950's were known for its ladylike looks and haute couture designs, which is exactly what John Galliano had in mind when designing the latest Christian Dior couture collection that was dedicated to Christian Dior's iconic illustrator, Rene Gruau. This line was full of the very sophisticated and never out of style defined waistline silhouette with A-line and pencil skirts galore. The lovely look to the left offers a slightly relaxed look with the draped sleeves and bubble hem and the loosely tied waist adds a casualness to the stylish look. The look to the right, has the classic silhouette of Dior's New Look. The long gloves and ruffled neckline are the cherry on top of this look, and let's not forget the poised red lips.

I loooove Elie Saab and this collection was to die for. Gowns adorned with rosettes, flowing chiffon, ruffles and pleating in blush, green, silver, black and red, glided along the runway. If you are looking for a gorgeous show-stopping gown that will have everyone in awe, look no further than this collection. With Valentine's Day just two weeks away, who could resist a gorgeous gown in luscious red? The look to the left, softly drapes over the shoulder revealing a sheer lace panel with a thin belt that leads into an open flowing skirt full of movement. The look to the right, has a skirt decorated with romantic lace panels and a bodice with a delicately pleated neckline. Romantic, feminine and beautiful at its best. Love it!

What were your favourite Spring 2011 couture looks? Let me know in the comments, Facebook and Twitter!

Enjoy! 

Amanda
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Ethereal Light: Spring 2011 Couture Week Part One

Couture week has come to a close and it was a juxtaposition between soft pinks, flowing organza and rosette appliques and structured separates in black, royal blue and bright red. Whether it was the structured edgy separates by Jean Paul Gaultier which emphasized the waist or the tiered full length skirts from Chanel,  goddess gowns one thing was for sure and that was the celebration of femininity!

Look on and be inspired:

Elie Saab stayed true to form with his gorgeous neutrals, sheer fabric and a touch of sparkle. With rosettes and ruffles in silver, soft pink, bright red, black and green, the collection was full of lightweight full length gowns, knee length dainty dresses and shiny ladylike separates. This collection was one of my favourites and had me saying, mighty Aphrodite as the models glided along the runway is these gorgeous gowns.  

The sweetheart neckline of these gowns and the elegant draping of the skirts help emphasize a feminine figure while having an air of elegance. The soft silver colour combined with the embellishments and rosettes of the 3/4 length sleeve gown, help keep the look tasteful.

Christian Dior was a beautiful collection filled with the sass of a 1950's lady and the decadent look of the fabulous gowns found in Gone With The Wind, oh and a little touch of Dior's New Look as well. It was sophistication and glamour at its finest. My favourite! This simply divine nude gown at the left, is no short of gorgeous with its touches of feline fashion with the black stripes and vertical draping. If one were to ever attend a grand ball, say the annual MET gala, this would be any cheeky lass' dress of choice. This soft yellow dress at the right, is like a fashion cloud with its layers and layers of tulle. The architectural neckline and the non-chalant pose of the model give this look an air of little devil may care.

What were your favourite looks from couture week? Let me know in the comments, Facebook and Twitter!

Enjoy!

Amanda
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Amanda's Fashion Picks.......My Favourite Fashion Pieces

My favourite fashion collections are always couture and resort. Couture always thinks outside the box and resort always gives me the warm, fuzzy feeling that you get when the snow starts to melt and the sun starts to shine. With the constant snow fall that has been going on lately this is the perfect pick-me-up to the cold grey weather.

Elie Saab

Mighty Aphrodite! This couture collection is beyond beautiful. The soft colours mixed with shots of yellow and sparkles create a soft, floaty collection that makes me want to be a part of Shakespeare's A Midsummer's Night Dream. Ahhh! What a nice breath of fresh, couture air!

Chanel Couture

This show is just pastels, creamy white and delicious all over! It reminds me of cupcakes and confections with the styling conjuring up memories of Sofia Coppolla's Marie Antoinette. The big hair, bows, layers and ruffles are fit for a lady who wears her femininity on her sleeve.

3.1 Philip Lim

This resort collection is fresh, clean and modern, just the way I like it. The large eyelet fabric combined with the whites, greys and blacks adds a sophisticated sexiness that is perfect for day and good for night.

Amanda