Your Beach Wardrobe: See by Chloe Cruise 2008

In accouple of weeks I will be heading to Barbados for a nice relaxing beach vacation. One would think I would be cruising through school with no worries on my mind, however, how can I be relaxed when I need to plan the perfect resort suitcase?! This proves to be quite the dilemma after the past couple I have spent bundled up to my eyes braving the cold Canadian winter.

My mind is at ease after looking at the See by Chloe cruise collection...

your welcome spring breakers.

Master of Gowns: Valentino Haute Couture Spring '08

One of the first things that pops into my head after viewing a feminine and elegant show, such as this, is what lucky A-List actress will be jaunting down the red carpet in one of these beautifully crafted garments. The show was everything one could expect for Valentino's last runway show. He gave back to the audience everything he embodied and created. The lace, the layers, the beading, the sequins, the draping and folding, the bows, and lady-like silhouettes. The show opened with soft coloured pastel cocktail dresses, suits, and overcoats and ended with breathtaking floor-sweeping gowns (I have selected my favourites). Noticeably missing was the Valentino red gown which unveiled on every model for his finat walk down the catwalk.

I am in Love: Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring '08

A glimpse of the shoes from the Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring 2008 show. Green, turquoise, yellow, red, blue, purple, black, pink, gold, white, brown, suade, leather, patent leather, pipping, trimmed....have I said enough?

Ode to Karl: Lagerfelds Spring 2008 collection

Karl's signature palette of black and white contrasted to the neon rainbow lights of the runway. Karl's collection was tuned with sharp geometric cut outs, fine tailoring, 1950's flared skirts and a veil of sheer tulle layering everything from jeans, bold mini tube dresses, and even bare legs. The simplicity and sexiness of this collection was balanced with chunky, bold, accessories.

As If the Carnival Came to Life: John Galliano Spring 2008

OK.. so i WAS trying to go in order and post my favourite Spring 2008 shows from New York, London, Milan, and Paris but i just can't wait to post this one any longer.

I'm not exactly sure if it's the fantasy element combined with true feminity or the mad melange of Coney Island, the reclusive socialites in Grey Gardens,and Andy Warhol on vacation.. whatever the element may be, I'm astounded.

Chanel 2007 fall/winter

Balanciaga fall/winter 2007

Paris trend: College girl street-chic

One of the common themes emerging from Paris fall/winter 2007 fashion week collections is bringing back ready-to-wear pieces. Both Balanciaga and Chanel's collections consisted of large knit-scarfs, fitted detailed blazers embellished with pathes or simple with tweed as well lots of layering. A relaxed, casual look for any young woman yet versatile.. just add sky hgh platform pumps and your practically evening ready.

Alexander McQueen 2007 fall/winter

McQueen's collection was inspired from a piece of information from his family tree.. one of his relatives in the 1690's was tried and hung in the salem witch trials. His gothic, vampy feel in this collection can be felt through his use of knee-high leather boots,leather tight pants, hooded sweaters and the general dark ambience. While the models walked eerie videos of decaying skills, naked women, and blood causing a distraction from the actual clothes. Despite the overall scary atmosphere, he did create a spectacle and as always memorable pieces.

Celebrity style

1. Mischa Barton
2. Daria Werbowy (model)
3. Laura Stone (model)

Glamour at Valentino fall/winter 2007

Valentino's fur sleeves, tweed suits, ruffled blouses and gorgeous ball gowns were iconic of a 1940's old hollywood film starlette. The collection was elegant and feminine, including everything from footwear to make-up and hair. This has been one of my favourite fall/winter shows this month, he can put women on a pedestal for all to admire and worship through his brilliant use of fabric and a sewing machine, a skill that only a man who's been around the industry long enough can perfect.

Christian Dior fall/winter 2007

John Galliano's collection embodied everything a 1940's woman would have in her closet. He opened the show with fox fur trim on the jackets and sleaves of brightly coloured leather and wool jackets , leading to slender wool dresses with tiny waistbelts, and full bodied layered satin skirts. Every model towered on sky high platforms that accentuated the ankle by a delicate ankle strap. Galliano used a variety of colour from brillant yellow and green to pink and violet purple. One of my favourite pieces was an elaborate black-tube cocktail dress with oriental inspired light-pink detail.

Look who's in Paris for Fashion week!!

Thats right... my favourite fashionista twins.. as well the 2006 top money makers for young celebrities has been released and who's on top? Olsen twins, at $40 million each.... blowing Lindsay Lohan at $6 million out of the water.