PARIS - FALL 2009 READY TO WEAR

The Fashion Shows in Paris offer a breath of fresh air. There is no way to even compare them to what happened here. They were on their game and they brought their "A" game. Go and take a look at them at Style.com. Often, I say, you can tell who's truly in this game because their current collection is always better than the previous one. Always well thought out right down to the colors and seating in the show area. It's in Paris for goodness sake! We really didn't expect anything outside of excellence.

Andrew Gn / Fall 2009

Versace is the King of Fashion, period. I have my favs like KL, but a Versace Show is just the Creme de la Creme. Any time I can learn from a show, not just the particular textiles, accessories, and colors but the different little nuances that go into a show and the pieces, I'm in heaven!

Versace / Fall 2009

Costume National / Fall 2009

Christian Lacroix / Fall 2009

This dress is exquisite!

Akris / Fall 2009

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Favorites Of The Day

I know, it's another jumpsuit, but this one is even cuter than the last one I showed you!

Hayden-Harnett
"Maia Jumpsuit"
Available at Hayden-Harnett

I really, really have to say that this bag makes the fact that I swore off anything with animal prints a little funny!

Jimmy Choo
"Leopard Zip Hobo"
Available at Bergdorf Goodman

Now this IS a Gladiator!

Dolce & Gabbana
"Back Zip Gladiator Sandal"
Available at E-Luxury

"There is not enough darkness in all the world to put out the light of even one small candle."---
Robert Alden

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Nina Ricci Fall 2009

Olivier Theyskens may have been doing his swan song for Nina Ricci but it was none the less a sweet melody. This year's Fall 2009 Collection was masterful. His lines were bold and classic. His gowns were actually wearable and colorful. You can go to Style.com to see the full collection.

Nina Ricci Fall 2009

Olivier Theyskens

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I immediately took a look at this bag and knew it was one that I wouldn't mind having.

Alexander McQueen
"Mcq Quilted Handle Soft Leather Grab Bag"
Available at ASOS

Now I couldn't wear these shoes but I still think they would look good on the right woman! In that "Electric Blue" that shocks your senses.

Nickolas Kirkwood
"Platform Suede Shoe with Buckle"
Available at Brown's Fashion

What a pretty, pretty top! Girlie never looked so good!

Derek Lam
"Ruffle Trim Tank"
Available at Browns Fashion

"What you must dare to be is yourself."---Dag Hammarskjold

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What a sophisticated coat! At first there was a question as to whether this was a coat or a over sized shirt. Once we got the proper definition it became even more intriguing. It looks relaxed enough to wear as a top. Sophisticated enough that you could dress it up. This is a smart find and for some of you a smart buy!

BCBG Max Azaria
"Light Weight Long Coat"
Available at BCBG Max Azaria

This pair of shoes I could probably make work from casual to dressy.

Jimmy Choo
"Circle Rope Sandal"
Available at Bergdorf Goodman

I spied this bag and thought, "Boy is that a smart looking bag!"

DKNY
Antique Leather Shopper
Available at DKNY

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Favorites Of The Day

The little black dress never looked so good!

Catherine Malandrino
"Ribbed Ruffle Dress"
Available at Guilt Groupe

These shoes struck me as being cute and comfy.

Opening Ceremony
"W22 Lace Up Mid Wedge"
Available at Opening Ceremony

I can't even begin to tell you why I like this bag. Outside of the fact that it's big, roomy, got a nice color......the main reason, no reason! I like this hand bag!

Charles David
"Raleigh Fuschia Large Satchel"

Available at Rue La La

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Donatella Versace--- Fall 2009

Milan, March 2, 2009. Donatella Versace's Collection for Fall 2009 took my breath away. It was classy, sexy, colorful, detailed, and inspiring. And definitely not a moment too soon. Her color play was just masterful. Her use of accessories was minimal, but where they were used they were beautiful and bold but not overpowering. Here's a sampling of the collection:

Versace Fall 2009

Donatella Versace

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Pretty In Prada

See this is what happens when you let a bad experience cloud a future experience. You can totally miss out. Like I almost did. I just was not willing to have to go through this again. Well what do ya know! It's really a fashion show. This happened March 1, 2009. In Milan.

Prada Fall 2009

See, fashion, it can be rather stimulating!

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Favorites Of The Day

This is a hot little jacket. It's really got a lot of little nice details like the button up collar and the buttons on the sleeves.

Burberry
"Tiered Jacket"
Available at Neiman Marcus

This shoe is just plain practical and stylish.

Jimmy Choo
"Peep-Toe Platform Pump"
Available at Bergdorf Goodman

I did a double take when I saw this handbag. This one will be around for a while too.

Bvlgari Bags
"Shoulder Bag in sand soft water buffalo leather with light gold plated hardware"
Available at Bvlgari

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