Paris Update

The wonderful time of Spring 2011 Fashion Week ended on a high with the collections from LV, Hermes, Miu Miu. I was very excited to see that Marc Jabos is taking the Chinese traditional root and using the Madrine dress (Chipao) as his inspiration. Chipao has a long tradition in the Chinese culture and it has been making its come back in the modern society. In the early 1900s, Chipao was a High Society dress especially popular in Shanghai. The high neck, closed collar, slits up on the side and body hugging style is a combination of elegance and Chinese tradition. (“In the Mood for Love” is a great HongKong movie showing the Chipao in all its beauty)

Jean Paul Gaultier presented his final collection for Hermes and went back to his roots as well, horses and riders. His riding-inspired collection was about suede and leather in beautiful silhouettes. Amazing collection, I wish I could own one of his looks!!! Miu Miu dressed the modern girl in bright yellow, hot pink and royal blue flowy dresses.

Hermes Spring/Summer 2011

Miu Miu Spring/Summer 2011

Fall Trend: Blues and Purples

Tommy Hilfiger, MarcoPolo, Zara, A&F and Rugby Ralph Lauren

The fall is here and it is time for us to embrace some deep colors in our closets. Already seen at the Golden Globes this year, eggplant is in and navy is not just for summer days. Girls, set little color accents in your look and boys, these colors are not just for girls. (I personally love navy and deep purple tones, so no surprise that I am wearing a purple knit cardigan as I’m writing this and have my short BR navy blue jacket with me today ^^)

Purple: the eggplant color is perfect for both warm weather and cooler fall. This aubergine tone is the right blend of blue red which is perfect for every outfit!

Navy Blue: Classic. Paired up with a crispy white shirt it can look sophisticated and elegant. But this color mixed in plaid shirts and Jeans, creates the casual preppy collegiate look.