*My heart goes with our brave brothers and sisters from Ukraine… I profoundly admire their sense of dignity and endurance. I pray with all my heart that peace will soon be reached and will prevail.*
Paris sera toujours Paris! With its extraordinary, non-apologetic nonchalance; specially when it comes to fashion… A fascinating reinvention (over & over) of sophistication, elegance, class, modernity and superb style; for those lovers of timeless pizzazz, and for those crazy about divine breezes of avant-garde.
Here some desirable trends to get plenty inspiration from…
TOTAL BLACK
Spectacular looks in head-to-toe exquisite black! From gala gowns with fabulous leather jackets and coats; passing through extravagant disco-vibes and edge, up to subtle simplicity. (Saint Laurent)
FLASHY SUITS
Great suits in loud vibrant colors, prints, patterns and textures; accompanied by sexy bras, tops, and silky blouses. (Valentino)
GEOMETRY
Wonderful artsy geometric prints, patterns, color-blocking, paneling, patchwork and mix-matching; in subtle black & white or in a delightful explosion of color. (Akris)
TULLE & KNITS
Beautiful long or midi tulle skirts paired with knitted sweaters; mixing romantic and casual vibes. (Christian Dior)
COCOON FASCINATION
Cocoon-shaped jackets and coats with sumptuous volumes over long silky gowns, minis, skin-tight pants slacks, or just nothing under. (Courrèges)
SMOKING-PERFECT
Tuxedos tailored to perfection, exuding the most covetable class and sexiness. (Ysl)
LEATHER ON LEATHER
Gorgeous layering of exquisite leather pieces in contrasting colors or on monochromatic ensembles. (Chloé)
XL BOMBERS
Oversized bomber jackets; either long or short; in neutral tones, or loud colors and prints; along with casual ensembles or gala-ready ones. (Dries Van Noten)
OPPOSITES ATTRACT
Eclectic combinations of casual street style and couture; a perfect mix of everyday-vibes and high-fashion. (Off-White)
MONOCHROMATIC
Wonderful monochromatic looks in dark, soft or ultra-bright colors; mixing tones, textures, silhouettes and styles. (Off-White)
TIE-DYED DENIM
Cool pieces in tie-dyed denim in great varied washes; paired with relax, easy-fit pieces. (Eytys)
THE UPGRADED LEATHER JACKET
Fabulous rough leather jackets with crystals, fur details, and opulent apliques; on delicate and edgier dresses. (Min Miu)
PATCHED
Patched pieces, jumpsuits and dresses with playful (and brilliant) cuts and tones. (Acne Studios)
QUILTED LEATHER
Absolutely magnificent dresses, pants, skirts, tops and toppers in quilted leather. Specially extraordinary were those from Balmain and their futuristic airs. (Balmain)
SOFT ROMANCE
Feminine gowns with romantic volumes and cuts; in pastels and subtle floral prints. (Giambattista Valli)
KNITS COMBOS
Lovely warm knitted sets in playful tonalities, prints, patterns, asymmetric lines, and cutouts. (Stella Mc.Cartney)
CROPPED TOPS
From slightly over the waistline, to bralettes tops; mostly paired with feminine skirts, tailored sets, curve-hugging bottoms or relaxed pants. Very fresh and sensual! (Genny)
DELIGHTFUL DRAPING
Charming and irreverent, easy-fitted or skin tight, draped silhouettes. Perfect! (Isabel Marant)
LIFE IS A RUNWAY!
Much love,
Gaby
*Pictures are not mine. They belong to Vogue’s Runway App and its brilliant collaborators.
