Couture Collections

Yes, I know, I haven't written a blog posting in more than a month and here I am publishing two in one night. Sorry! Sometimes the inspiration comes and goes in waves...

I had to comment about the recent couture collections...here are my favorites and how I believe you can take pieces and interpret them into your own wardrobe. Seriously. Trust me.

I was most impressed by Karl Lagerfeld's collection for Chanel — tailored, clean lines, wonderful A-line skirts and dresses ... think Audrey, think classic, think poised. Wear similar styles to work.


I saw these coats everywhere in London two years ago, and everywhere in the U.S. last year. Now I'm finally unable to resist buying one — notice on this example of Chanel perfection the high stance of the buttons and the belted waist, leaving the bottom to swing while you walk. Tres feminine.


This idea was also seen at the Christian Dior show by John Galliano. Note to self: If you need a new coat this winter, look for a style that almost resembles a full-skirted dress.


Christian Lacroix showed some magnificently embroidered Russian prints which, believe me, will be EVERYWHERE this fall. Find them on a pencil skirt. Find them on a dress. Find them on a blouse or tunic. Work them on a scarf or hat. Just wear them somehow, some way. (Extra bonus points if you pair them with bright tights...to see what I mean, stay tuned for a Fall Fashions blog, coming soon!)


Finally, this amazing, floaty, dream-like Elie Saab creation, only fit for a queen or princess or debutante or yours truly on a Saturday night at the Wine Loft. Love the color, love the snug fit on top and full, full skirt...but mostly I love the lace. Lace is THE ITEM to incorporate into your wardrobe this fall. Just do it subtly or you'll wind up looking like Madonna during her performance of "Like a Virgin" on MTV.

The Pleasure of "Runway"

The best show EVER — "Project Runway" — is back on TV this Wednesday at a new time, 9:00 ET. I can't even express how totally and utterly excited I am!!

I've been studying the designers' bios on www.bravotv.com and I found that several already have collections available. So here are 3 designers I think you should pay special attention to, based on their existing work:

Emily of Sacramento, Ca.— I love the cut of her dresses, her use of plaids and sheers, and the playful sexiness of her fall/winter 2008 collection. Check it out: www.smokeandmirrorsclothing.com

Jerry of Butte, Montana — First, I love that he's from Montana. So unexpected. Here are some examples of his line, FORM, for spring 2009:



And Leane of Yuta, Ca. — so far, she's my favorite. Check out the construction of these pieces — outstanding!!



Now, as I said, these are the only designers I could find previews for...so don't judge my taste too quicly! We shall see how these 3 fair after the first show. Look for an update soon!!

Remember: You're either in, or you're out.