PFW A/W 2011: Elie Saab

I am still swooning over Mila Kunis' Elie Saab gown that she wore to the Oscars, so I was very much looking forward to his A/W 2011 collection which he showed today in Paris. I read that for this collection, Saab wanted his protagonist to be the epitome of Parisian chic. With the long, elegant silhouettes, the rich colours and the sequins he has achieved just this. Elie Saab is known for his stunning and elegant dresses, especially among celebrities. I know that if I was rich and famous, I would wear a LOT of Elie Saab.

What do you think of this collection?

Source: Fashion Gone Rouge

PFW A/W 2011: Givenchy Look 42

Dark, elegant silhouettes inspired by panthers, was the theme Riccardo Tisci went for with his A/W 2011 collection for Givenchy. Fitted pencil skirts and looser jackets and jumpers took over the runway. The looks were mostly black with prints in green, purple and yellow, and here and there a print of a panther's head showed up.

Amongst all the dark, it seemed as if Tisci wanted to add a radiant light of sunshine. An all yellow look; an element of surprise which shows that you do not have to leave the shocking bright colours behind when entering the autumn and winter season. I think I have to say that this is my favourite look from the collection, though the full A/W 2011 collection was brilliant.

View the whole collection HERE.

Source: style.it

PFW A/W 2011: Haider Ackermann Look 33

Haider Ackermann is a man with great talent. So much talent that Karl Lagerfeld has expressed his wishes that Ackermann will replace him at Chanel when that time comes. Also, Ackermann is one of the hot candidates for the vacant position at the Dior after John Galliano was recently fired. Ackermann showed everyone with his Fall 2011 collection why he receives such praise by big names in fashion.

My favourite look from the collection was look 33; a look consisting of silk trousers and a silk shirt with a well-tailored tuxedo over, all in rich jewel colours. The layering is perfection and tailoring exquisite. Also, those ankle boots are amazing. A-m-a-z-i-n-g! This look wraps up Ackermann's brilliant aesthetics all into one, and proves why he is becoming such a celebrated in the fashion world.

Do you like the Haider Ackermann collection? Do you think he is a suitable candidate for Dior?

Source: Style.it

Paris Fashion Week A/W 2011: The Balmain Pattern

I decided to wait a bit with doing this post, as I expected that the fashion blogosphere was filled with the news of Balmain's new collection. On Thursday, Balmain showed its A/W 2011 collection during Paris Fashion Week. I would write Christophe Decarnin for Balmain, but rumour has it that Decarnin was not part of the designing process for this collection. Instead, it is said that stylist Melanie Ward (known for working for Helmut Lang) created it together with Balmain's team. And where is Decarnin? Reportedly, staying in a mental hospital since mid-January, the reason being a nervous breakdown.

Still, I see a lot of Decarnin in the Fall 2011 collection. Especially in the pattern that was used for some of the dresses, skirts and jackets. The whole collection received mixed reviews, something I can understand. The pattern is wonderful, and I would love to own one of those dresses (or all three!). At the same time, one can't help but ask: how long can a fashion house rely on the embellished jacket + skinny pants combination?

Source: style.it + Fashionologie

Paris Fashion Week A/W 2011: Anne Valérie Hash

We are well into Paris Fashion week, and plenty of the a/w 2011 shows have had their debuts. On Tuesday, Anne Valérie Hash showed off her collection for the autumn and winter. I loved it instantly. The collection feels very parisienne chic with the soft colour palette and the delicate layering. It is very dreamy and romantic, which is great for when the days grow darker and colder. Also, I really like the coats and the ankle boots - always a hit for fall.

What do you think about this collection?

Source: style.it