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
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