@YSL showed their sleek and sexy Fall 2012 collection this past week in Paris. I must say this is one of my favorite collections shown during fashion month. Outgoing YSL creative director, Stefano Pilati, went out with a bang!
(photos via wwd)
@kanyewest debuted his Fall 2012 collection in Paris yesterday. I see that he paid attention to fit this time and the collection was much more cohesive compared to his first collection. Like many of the collections shown during PFW, his collection was edgy and stuck to a color palette including only black, white, and tan. There were a few great pieces and the boots were hot!
(photos via global grind)
@LANVINofficial served up tons of elegance during their Fall 2012 runway show in Paris.
Peplum, lace appliqué, ruffles and striking colors were used throughout the collection. As well as some chunky gems and medallions.
This past week has been extra special for Lanvin since their creative director, Alber Elbaz, celebrated his 10th anniversary at the oldest fashion house. Félicitations!
(photos via wwd)
Isabel Marant Fall 2012
Isabel Marant’s collections are usually cool, chic, and laid back. Her Fall 2012 range is no different, but this time it takes a nod to cowgirls. She told WWD before the show, “I love the way they were wearing very masculine trousers to ride horses with lace shirts.” So many cute looks!
(Sidenote: I’m still obsessing over her Bekket & Willow kicks!)
(photos via WWD)
Gareth Pugh Fall 2012
One of the recurring trends throughout Fall 2012 fashion month is this dark and edgy aesthetic. 30-year-old Pugh, kicks it up several notches by incorporating textures like fringed leather and fur in unique ways. Although this collection is considered somewhat “tame” for the avant-garde designer, the exaggerated cowl necks, sharp shoulders and asymmetrical hemlines in this collection scream Gareth Pugh. I’m really feeling the looks pictured above!
(photos via wwd)
Elie Saab Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2012
How I LOVE Elie Saab! I’ve been anxiously and impatiently waiting to see this collection. Saab always offers very stunning and breathtaking looks! His latest collection is a rainbow of soft pastel colors with beautiful embellishments. View the rest of the collection here.
(photos via style.com)
Stéphane Rolland Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2012
Use of a simple color palette along with a mix of airy and architectural-inspired silhouettes makes for a beautiful collection from Stéphane Rolland. Love!
P.S. Black & white with splashes of color seems to be an ongoing trend during couture week. See Dior & Giambattista Valli.
(photos via WWD)
Zuhair Murad Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2012
There was a gold rush at the Zuhair Murad couture show! Different shades of gold were used throughout the collection which consisted of 42 looks. Compared to some of the other couture collections presented this week, this is one of the larger ranges. There are so many gorgeous and glamorous looks! You can view the entire collection here.
(photos via Paris Vogue)
Chanel Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2012
Karl Lagerfeld is known for his über creative fashion shows. For the couture spring/summer 2012 collection, he had the venue transformed into the interior of a plane! How cool is that? Although, I’m a little disappointed with the collection. I only favor one or two looks and see some pieces here and there that I like. Click the pic above to view all of the photos from the show. What are your favorites?
(photo via nowfashion)
Giambattista Valli Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2012
Like Dior’s SS12 couture collection, Giambattista Valli’s collection is predominately black and white with a splash of color. The fuchsia gown is my absolute favorite! View the rest of the collection here.
(photos via Paris Vogue)
Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2012
This is the first spring/summer haute couture collection since John Galliano’s dismissal. Despite the fashion house moving on sans Galliano, dealing with the kabashed deal with Marc Jacobs and still having no official creative director; I did say Dior just proved they are doing better than okay. The elegance, and romance of Dior is very present in this collection minus the drama Galliano is known for. (Side note: This dress and this dress are by far two of my favorite Dior by Galliano dresses.) Although, I definitely LOVE the dresses pictured above! Check out the rest of the collection here. What are your top picks?
Plus, T Magazine covered the preparations the day before the show. They feature some great behind-the-scenes photos of the atelier and chat with Catherine Riviere, the directrice of haute couture for Dior.
(photos via Paris Vogue)
