spring with john galliano

I know its a tad early, but I simply cannot contain myself! Since winter has been nothing but dull dull dull in every sense for me thus far, I can't help but discuss Spring 2008! I love seeing bows on the runways of John Galliano and Chanel (heck, the entire thing was wrapped up in one great big bow! Watch the video(s) on the sidebar), because I've simply adored them since baby-doll style made that sweet but brief comeback.





Above are shots from John Galliano's Spring 2008 (RTW) show. Also, notice even on his finest dresses, he put a cardigan on and brought it to a whole new level of chic! Yes, and of course the cardigan is back for another season. I simply couldn't survive without the functionality of a cute sweater to keep me warm; I'm cold a lot. John's designs for both Dior Resort 2008 and Spring 2008 RTW are bold and amazing; but for very different reasons. The Resort collection was bright, colorful, and ornate (as it should be), while the Spring 2008 collection was contrasting black and white, a more subdued display. It was a very different take on spring than the theatrical show he made in his self-named collection. Pearls and frost for Dior, but candy and apples for JG. What can I say? He's a man of many talents.


Dior Spring 2008 Ready to Wear




Dior Resort 2008




His inspirations for the resort-wear were canaries. Inspiring, indeed.

erdem

Thats right. Erdem Moralioglu is a new designer whose designs debuted on the major catwalk in Fall 2006. His designs have been brilliant since the beginning, but I'm especially attatched to his Spring 2007 RTW line. He used lace, feathers, and just a touch of floral to complete his ultra-feminine look.





Keira Knightly wore the second dress above.





I'm lovin' it.

a night on the red carpet

kate moss showed up at a red carpet event in this fabulous flapper-like number, with cute mary janes to match her Great Gatsby-inspired outfit.





I love the beaded detailing!



Also, Adrian Grenier and Jessica Stam stop for the cameras.





I must say, I think Adrian takes the better dressed award, although Jessica's boots are quite stunning.

does karl have amy winehouse on the mind?

What do i see? Coco Rocha's hair transformed into an Amy Winehouse-reminiscent masterpiece? On the other hand, that hair piece is quite chic. thoughts? Chanel's lines have become odder and odder. Firstly, there's the Spring 2008 show with denim galore and only leads me to think of one word: "patriotism," anyone? Almost every garment seemed embelished with blue stars and red stripes with white accents, glitter here and there. Or perhaps Karl's simply digging into the pop culture? What with his rehab-inspired ankle purses; danger-turned-fashionable vibe is what im getting. Check it out yourself.





the Coco Rocha pictures are from Chanel's Pre-Fall 2008 campaign, which also hit the runways.





I see Karl moving into more Marc's grunge territory. Not that Marc minds, I'm sure. I've noted that he's been doing more tailored garments. I also noticed that Karl's making these models dress more like him. Blacks and dark colors, fingerless gloves, and that oddly awesome collar thing he always seems to be wearing. Every female model that graced the runway for the Pre-Fall show displayed their A.W. 'do with pride (with the exception of Agyness Deyn, Portia Freeman, and Freja Beha Erichsen; whose hair looked simply fabulous, I must add). In fact, I must admit, at first I was hesitant to say so, but I really love the hair. Oh, I'm such a sucker for Karl. But aren't we all?

food for inspiration

i love the warm, subdued colors in the picture
also, i adore knee socks (:





i get inspired by the earthy vibe this picture gives off. from the loose white tunic to the unique head piece, it really contrasts with the other picture.