CHANEL FALL 09 HAUTE COUTURE: THE DRESS I'M DYING OVER

I was not a fan of this collection, nor am I a fan of many of Karl's collections for Chanel. I'm always in love the the concept behind the designs, but never fully embrace the garments themselves 100%. Karl seems to work with such unflattering forms - the girls look so still and uncomfortable in the awkward dresses. I always wish there a different sillhouette for the dress, but the details are always incredible! He certainly has a fascinating attention to detail. Anyway, perhaps a bit late, but this dress has been on my mind lately. The Greek goddess silhouette is always a favorite of mine, and this draped chiffon dress is to die for - not to mention those earrings! I die.

HOUSE OF CHANEL

I'm so sorry - I was really at a loss of what to post today! I was on the verge of posting an editorial, but those get so widely published on blogs that I rarely find them of interest these days! I decided to post these small photos because they are quite lovely, and I haven't seen them plastered all over the place. I'm not sure where I found them, but they are of the House of Chanel, where they do fittings and whatnot (I don't really know, honestly!). Anyway, small post, but here it is. Also, I wanted to say thanks for all the nice comments! I absolutely love all the nice things everyone has been commenting and promise to comment back soon!

ALL IN THE DETAILS: VALENTINO S/S 2010

Valentino has seen more downs than up recently - it's clear that no one can really ever imagine replacing Valentino at the reigns of the couture house, but Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli are exceptional designers with abundant talent. Though the collection doesn't truly embody the designs of Valentino himself, they definitely don't disappoint the eye! They even managed to make a jumpsuit that I would wear - now that is saying something! All the details of the clothes were soft and lovely, just like the well chosen color palette. The designs are definitely young and girly, staple characteristics for the house. The difference is that there was quite a bit less of opulent glamour and (dare I say this) a bit more of savvy modernity. I certainly approve!
PS: Sorry for any awkward cropping, I wanted to show all the lovely details of the clothes!

KATE BOSWORTH IN PROENZA SCHOULER

The Museum of Contemporary Art had a party celebrating it's 30 years on Saturday (November 14th). Kate Bosworth attended in this cute shift dress from Proenza Schouler. I love the fact that this is like a warped, mettallic animal print - somehow it really works! I also love the simple makeup and accessorizing, which also works because of the print of the dress. I think you could dress her in a paper bag and she'd still manage to pull it off. Her style is so simple and cute, and she rarely takes risk; but she always looks lovely. These images are from TFS, my new best friend.

STYLISH BOYS

I must admit that men's fashion is really not very thrilling to me, and I've never paid it much attention. Now that I am a regular visitor to all these street style blogs, however, occasionally there are men whom I find particularly well put together. This isn't a blog post about what I find "sexy" or what kind of guy I'd go for, but I do think the two men below just look so wonderful. Besides, with menswear pieces showing up time and time again in women's fashion, perhaps it's time I take a few cues from the other team? Those long pea coats and button down sweaters are looking pretty good right now...

NOTE: I do not endorse silly mustaches, on anyone. Let that be known!

AT THE CIRCUS

Today is one of those days: it's raining outside and I had much difficulty pulling myself out of bed at 1:30 PM (after my lovely parents had brought me coffee in bed) - even now as I sit here typing this on my laptop, I feel the urge to crawl under my sheets and pass out once more till tomorrow. However, I do not feel I can delay posting this editorial further; all the glitzy clothes and beautiful yet austere sets are right up my alley! This is for Harper's Bazaar US, December 2009, and the model is Mariacarla Boscono. Source is here.

RUFFLES: STELLA VS LANVIN

Generally speaking, ruffles are really not "my thing." I find them somewhat unflattering when it comes to exaggerating the figure and all too often childish. Spring 2010, however, produced two shows in which I was head-over-heels with ruffles for the first time in my life: Stella McCartney and Lanvin. McCartney and Elbaz had completely different takes on the look - while McCartney's looks were young and flirty, Elbaz designed something far more sleek and mature. To open my closet and see any of these looks would be unworldly - last night I dreamed of wearing the first look by Stella with a loose black cropped trouser and louboutins: perfection! The only thing that could have made it any better is if I had the white Lanvin dress on Magdalena to change into afterwards! Anyway, who do you think does it better? All runway images from coutorture.

ISABELI FONTANA BACKSTAGE, DOLCE & GABANNA

She is so lovely! I love her strong and distinct face; sometimes all the models start to blend together when they all look like Eastern European clones of one another. Here she is, backstage at Dolce & Gabanna, looking pretty damn amazing if you ask me. I love the makeup and, of course, that dress! I've seen it around in a few editorials so far, but Isabeli was made to wear it. I didn't always like Dolce & Gabanna, but they've really been hitting the spot for me these past few seasons.

LEIGH IN BLUE CHANEL

I'm not really familiar with Leigh Lezark (someone please fill me in on who she is!), but I recently found a post on another blog, the topic being Leigh's style. Chanel Fine Jewelry hosted a "Fête d'Hiver" benefit in New York on November 4, and Leigh wore this lovely little number out. I'm in love with the color, the material, and the roses on this dress - so incredibly wonderful! I'm going to have to look up more images of her style I think... Also, I promise to start replying to all of your lovely and much appreciated comments tonight! I'm so behind on everything... I found these images here.

PARIS...

I've been in a bit of a funk lately when it comes to maintaining my blog, and I have been meaning to post more often for quite some time now (I am, alas, a bit of a procrastinator). I have so many editorials and images saved up on my computer, waiting to be posted, and rarely do they make it on here. Oh well, I suppose that it saves me from posting what might be overly dispersed rubbish and allows me to share what I truly find lovely. This is one such editorial; I haven't seen it around on the other blogs and the clothes are amazing. It is nice to see an editorial that isn't focused on sequins and leather jackets (which I do still love!): that seems to make up the majority of shoots right now! I found these on this blog!