1.24.2020

PARIS HAUTE COUTURE SPRING 2020 TRENDS...

Year after year, Paris Haute couture invites us to enter a dreamlike state where beauty, craftsmanship and creativity become a non-stop flowing current that nourishes and amuses our hearts and souls. Of course, year after year we would forever accept the invitation!
Here some of the most gorgeous trends seen in this spring 2020 runways…
BRIGHT FRINGES
Rich fringes in spectacular metallic hues, jewel colors and pastels; superbly played in asymmetric ways. (Christian Dior, Armani Privé)



ORGANIC INSPIRATION
Charming forms influenced by nature; translated into ruffles, draping, leaves, flowers and other flora and fauna-inspired details. (Roland van der Kemp, Iris van Herpen)



GREEK PRINCESSES
Sensual dresses in exquisite colors, with harmonious skin-bearing lines and cuts… Just like those a Greek princess would wear. (Christian Dior, Alexandre Vauthier)



METALLIC SUITS
Sexy, nonchalant metallic suits in paillettes, high-shine fabrics or with exquisite beading; mostly of perfectly flowing silhouettes. (Schiaparelli, Ralph & Russo)



RICH PLISSĖ
Breathtaking, stand-out plissé dresses in soft, metallic or vibrant colors, with beautiful tiers and volumes. (Azzaro, Givenchy)



3D FLOWERS
Artsy 3D flowers; all over or strategically placed on long, short dresses and separates. (Alexandre Vauthier, Elie Saab)



TULLE DRESSES
Theatrical tulle dresses with very rich lines and volumes in beautiful colors. (Ralph & Russo, Giambattista Valli)



DRAMATIC RUFFLES
Dramatic ruffles, either head-to-toe or artistically placed; resulting in the most gorgeous gowns. (Ralph & Russo, Givenchy)



MODERN CLEOPATRA
Delightful dresses and separates with opulent embellishments, cuts, detailing and a standout charm of the ideal Egypt royalty, for a modern Cleopatra. (Zuhair Murad, Ronald van der Kemp)



BLACK SHEER GOWNS
Revealing but yet very, very elegant see-through dresses full of exquisite, well thought slits, plunging; superb beading, embellishments and details. (Valentino, Zuhair Murad)


Ready for the prêt-à-porter collections. Mmmmm…
LIFE IS A RUNWAY

Gaby

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1.20.2020

MENSWEAR FALL 2020 TRENDS...


I absolutely ADORE men’s fashion…. It inspires and influences so much me every single day. Can’t live without its charm!
 
These fall 2020 menswear collections were full of fabulous tailoring, cool asymmetry, perfect lines and volumes; wonderful mix & matching of colors, prints, textures and styles. I found it all so delightful, eclectic and very, very nonchalant. Loved it!!!
 
Here some of my favorite trends…
 
BAGGY PANTS
Cargo-like or more tailored ones; baggy pants were all over. (Hermès)

 
OVERSIZE SNEAKERS
Irreverent, sporty oversize-sneakers were very popular; and for sure looked magnificent with the more stylish ensembles. (Lanvin)

 
STRIPES
Classic stripes took some steps forward with their cool spacing and combinations. (Lanvin)
 
 
 LIGHT-HUES LAYERING
Elegant, eclectic or laid-back layering of pieces in light classic white and cream, earthy colors and pastels. (Jacquemus) 

 
FLASHY NECKLINES
Stan-out  lapels and edgy necklines; either monochromatic or in more playful color combinations. (Dior)


HEAD-TO-TOE DENIM
All-denim ensembles paired with fabulous coats and superb shoes. (Paul Smith) 

 
FULL LEATHER
Beautiful monochromatic leather looks, from head to toe. (Alyx)


THE TUX JACKET
Tux jackets mostly paired with relax bottoms. (Dunhill)
 
 
 ARMY-LIKE SHOES
Wonderful high shine army shoes or combat boots, perfect for almost any possible outfit. (Sacai)
 
 
THE MATRIX VIBES
Dark looks with our beloved the Matrix-inspired long coat. Perfect! (Dunhill) 


FUN SUITING
Shorter, longer and/or baggier suits with playful cuts, colors and mixed textures. (Comme de Garçons)

 
70's AIRS

70's inspired prints, cuts and details especially on tailored pieces, jackets and knits. (Givenchy)



LIFE IS A RUNWAY!
Gaby
 
 
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