PARIS PRÊT-À-PORTER SPRING 2023 RUNWAYS INSPIRATION…

Unapologetic, charged with perfect nonchalance… One could say that a constant in French fashion is that no matter the look, ultra-simple or over-the-top; ‘style’ flows so naturally and effortlessly. We know that everything is secretly very, very well thought! Parisian runways always deliver. Mmmmm…

Here some inspiration to grasp…

TOTAL BLACK

Like a ‘vraie parisienne’ would wear no matter the time of the day or season (or reason); the total-black look reigned for daytime and night-out. (Christian Dior)

SUPREME PLEATS

Wonderful, regal pleats on key pieces, or covering the entire body. The most spectacular ones: Those falling in asymmetric lines. (Valentino)

SHOULDER PADS 

Structured, XL shoulder pads looked stylish, as they carried their vintage charm on mini dresses, tops, jackets and coats. (YSL)

SUBLIME WHITE

Marvelous gowns and ensembles in impeccable white (and off-white); in the most beautiful fabrics and techniques; such as lace, silk, cottons, broidery anglaise, crochet, embroideries and 3D appliqués. (Elie Saab) 

TUX WITH TWIST

Ultra-cool tuxedo jackets, with cape-like silhouettes, unexpected cuts, asymmetric lines and details; and a lot of black and white. (Sacai) 

MIX-MATCHING FLORALS

Colorful floral prints and patters brilliantly mix-matched on lovely feminine, romantic or artsy ensembles. (Dries Van Noten) 

HOODED ELEGANCE

Sensual takes on hoods that became part of dresses and tops; of lovely draping, in diverse material weights looked perfect! (Saint Laurent) 

DECONSTRUCTED SUITS

Playful, yet very stylish and cool, suits with deconstructed parts; showing off skin and with extra detailing, in muted or loud tones. (Undercover) 

TULLE DELIGHT 

Midi and long dresses in tulle with dreamlike, romantic silhouettes, details and sublime hues. (Giambattista Valli)

GYPSY GIRL

The idea of an urban, modern gypsy girl seemed to be very established. Wonderful ethnic prints and patterns, embroideries, adornments, rich fabrics and fresh silhouettes. (Isabel Marant) 

ULTRA-DEEP PLUNGING

Sensual, but very elegant ultra-deep plunging of dresses and tops, looked spectacular! (Schiaparelli)

WRAPPED AROUND

Fantastic strappy, draped, bandaged, involving dresses; showing off skin through superb cutouts, transparencies and paneling. (Balmain)

XL CAPES

Voluminous, fancy capes with well-curated details;  covering dresses, suits or casual ensembles. (Chloé)

LIGHT METALLICS

Metallic pieces, coordinated sets and total-looks in soft tones radiated a special freshness. (Akris)

LIFE IS A RUNWAY!

Much love,

Gaby 

*Pictures are not mine. They belong to Vogue Magazine Runway app and its fabulous collaborators. 

MILAN SPRING 2023 FASHION

I adore Italian fashion. I am crazy about their appreciation for tradition, craftsmanship, good taste, and beauty. There is always so much to see and feel! That is why each time Milan fashion shows arrive, my stomach fills with butterflies. I really, really love everything about them! 

These Spring 2023 collections definitely kept the know-how to perfection, obviously; plus it feels like extra-creativity invaded some traditional fashion houses; some for the better, others not so much. Still, they honored, as usual, their metier. Mmmm…

Here some delightful inspirations…

THE ROCK STAR

Sexy, nonchalant silhouettes in leather, shinny fabrics, flashy shades and textures; with cool details such as fringes, studs, chains… Accompanied by hot high heels, boots or strappy sandals. (Versace) 

ON-POINT TAILORING

Impecable, sublime tailoring; many with gorgeous monochromatic layering and divine masculine airs. (Boss)

BARE MIDRIFF 

The bare midriff was a key, pretty beloved element. It added a special touch to elegant, tailored ensembles; as well as to casual, sporty ones. (Max Mara)

LOUD HUES

Gorgeous loud shades mixed through layering, color-blocking, fabulous prints, patterns, and extra detailing. (Alberta Ferretti) 

CLASHING PIECES

Couture-like pieces, though as casual statements, paired with everyday, relaxed garments; such as the always-handy denim jacket. (Diesel)

NEON

Head-to-toe looks in happy, beautiful neon tones. Especially popular: Green neon in silky fabrics. (Fendi)

DISCO-READY

Retro, disco-party looks; with their skin-tight bottoms, stretchy materials, vintage volumes, mix-matching, bright flashy colors, and eclectic airs. (Gucci)

FABULOUS FRINGES

Artsy, rich fringes looked magnificent all-over, or on trims, hems, and strategic body areas; with their asymmetry and beautiful tribal airs. (Bottega Veneta)

STANDOUT PRINTS

Large, artsy, playful, and colorful prints on easy, fresh dresses and coordinated separates. (La DoubleJ)

TIERED-SKIRTS

Feminine long, midi and short tiered-skirts; in monochromatic tones or mix-matching combinations; paired with fancy, casual, or sporty tops. (Stella Jeans)

URBAN GIPSY 

Bright colors, easy fits; ethnic-inspired textures, details and accessories; and plenty of free-spirited attitude. (Giorgio Armani) 

 

CUT-OUT GOWNS

Lovely cut-outs, mostly in the midriff area, were among the most popular elements in almost every runway so far. Romantic gowns looked spectacular with them. (Luisa Beccaria)

MULTIPLE BELTS

Sometimes one is not enough; so why not multiple belting on easy ensembles for that extra something? (Brunello Cucinelli) 

PJ’s

Pijama-like coordinates, in muted or ultra loud hues and prints; are still going very strong; with its nonchalant easiness. (Dolce & Gabbana)

Next stop, Paris…

Life is a runway!

Much love,

Gaby 

*Pictures are not mine. They belong to Vogue Magazine superb Runway App and its magnificent collaborators. 

LONDON FASHION, SPRING 2023 INSPIRATIONS

Amid national mourning, London Fashion Week stayed on. Well, what better way to pay tribute to the Queen than to keep fashion going. She certainly did; always! I personally feel that dressing up gives us a sense of hope, and can help us to stay focus and driven no matter what is ahead. I know the Queen would be proud and smiling, because fashion needs to keep going. 

Here some inspirations from the Spring 2023 British runways…

ANDROGEN

Sharp tailoring of simple but strong lines, dark elegant tones, masculine accessories, and footwear for a superb androgen look. (Daniel W. Fletcher)

CROPPED SHIRTS WITH EVERYTHING 

Effortless cropped shirts paired with romantic, relaxed, or edgy bottoms; from slacks to skirts of varied lengths. (Molly Goddard)

BREEZY GOWNS

Beautifully patterned or in monochromatic vibrant hues; elegant and very feminine, breezy silky gowns. (Temperly London)

COOL MOTOCYCLE JACKET

Motorcycle leather or leather-like jackets with cool detailing, 3D motifs and great cuts; accompanying casual or night-time outfits. (David Koma)

A-LINES

Lovely feminine A-lines, some with plenty of structure; either on midi dresses or skirts, paired with bralettes, cropped tops and jackets. (Erdem)

ANIMAL PRINTS

Sexy animal prints on great elegant dresses, or on more sensual and edgier ensembles. (Halpern)

DECONSTRUCTED 

Edgy, deconstructed shirts, dresses, bottoms and toppers; in some cases softly portrayed or all-the-way for the riskier ones. (Toga)

LONG FRINGES

Wonderful display of long fringes covering entire pieces, or as strategic detailing. ( Edeline Lee)

THE SUIT-INSPIRED DRESS 

Dresses inspired by tailored suits, for their material and key elements; but embellished and elevated through their sartorial detailing. (Burberry)

Next stop, Milan…

Life is a runway! 

Much love,

Gaby 

*Pictures are not mine. They belong to Vogue Magazine fabulous App and its collaborators.

NEW YORK FASHION INSPIRATION FROM SPRING 2023 COLLECTIONS

 

It is such a delight this feeling of regained-freedom after covid days…We are so ready to go around looking our best; ready to live more intensely and much more grateful than before. Aren’t we? 

Well, New York Spring 2023 collections delivered lovely inspiration to look forward to. And this is just the beginning. Mmmmm…. 

THE OVERSIZE BLAZER

Oversize blazers, curated to brilliantly accompany gorgeous nonchalant, sensual ensembles. In neutral, vibrating and shinny tones. Superb! (Michael Kors) 

DENIM PANACHE

Cool, very relaxed but still ultra-stylish denim pieces in wonderful washes and tones, layered to perfection. (Altuzarra)

BRIGHT COORDINATED SEPARATES

Modern separates, many with clean lines and simple yet upgraded details, in fabulous bright shades. (Lela Rose)

ASYMMETRIC DELIGHT

Great asymmetric pieces; strategically teamed through their clashing silhouettes, hues, textures and styles. (Proenza Schouler)

THE WHITE SUIT

Fresh, on-point white and off-white suits; mixing feminine and masculine charm in such a delightful manner. (Libertine)

MIXED STRIPES

Head-to-toe stripes in beautiful varied widths, colors and combinations; on classic, casual or sporty looks. Specially lovely, those with large floral motifs. (Bibhu Mohapatra)

SIMPLY MESH

From clean-lined dresses and coordinates to standout, sensual looks with edgy detailing in mesh. Mesh is still a big role-player on the runways! (Jason Wu)

FOLDED WAISTS

Standout, yet very wearable folded waist-lines; paired with easy or edgy tops; some accompanied by cute belts for that ‘extra something’. (Anonlychild)

TROUSERS + BEAR MIDRIFF

Nonchalant trousers teamed with cropped tops, sweaters and jackets; beautifully showing off the perfect amount of skin. (Tibi)

FLOWERY SETS

From elegant silky sets all the way to casual cotton ones; in fresh, happy tones. My favorites, those with shorts as bottoms. (Derek Lam 10 Crosby)

COMFORTABLE VOLUME

Playful though still very stylish voluminous looks with plenty of asymmetric lines, tiers and cuts. Either in loud shades or neutral, classic colors. (3.1 Phillip Lim)

 BRALETTES + ROMANTIC SKIRTS

 Lovely, feminine bralettes with romantic A-line skirts; as monochromatic, patterned or multicolor looks. (Adam Lippes)

Life is a runway! 

Much love,

Gaby 

*Pictures are not mine, they belong to Vogue magazine fabulous App and its collaborators.