1. Floral motifs were the mainstay of designer Karl Lagerfeld’s collection for Chanel. We loved the ensembles teamed with veiled beanies.2. The dress over pants with generous tulle trimming from Giambattista Valli’s collection had a rock 'n’ roll vibe with a hint of Victorian glam.3. The kitschy, sequinned bodysuits by designer Raf Simons for Christian Dior caught our eye in the David Bowie-inspired collection.
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1. Outfits with built-in headscarves and styled with pop-hued fez caps were interesting at the Schiaparelli show.2. Inspired by bamboo, designer Giorgio Armani envisioned an oriental collection for Armani Privé with gazar silk, kimono jackets and obi belts.3. Designer Donatella Versace showcased ensembles with risqué cutouts and exquisite tailoring for Atelier Versace, inspired by feminine curves.
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Frank Sorbier: Tropical birds were central to his collection of intricately embroidered pieces for Spring 2015. He produced several flowing ethereal gowns. One striking design featured a dipped hem and appliqués resembling cross sections of tree stumps while other pieces were adorned with rich plumages and twirling tendrils of chiffon. Each outfit looked as it had taken a lifetime to create.
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Elie Saab: The Elie Saab wedding gowns often leave a strong impression at haute couture fashion week. This time, the dress is not white or ivory but dyed in a range of different colors, all of which are understated, soft and natural. A true showstopper, the dress shimmers from the shoulders to the end of the train, as if it were adorned with a multitude of miniature lightbulbs. The waist is accentuated through a contrast with the hips, which are widened with bustles. It's a dress truly fit for a princess.
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Elie Saab: Extremely feminine as always, the silhouettes are elongated, and the fabrics are lightweight and flowing. Waists are emphasized by the tailoring, an effect often underscored with thin belts in nearly the same shade as the garments underneath. Beads, sequins and feathers adorn the looks presented, underscoring the enchanted woodland theme.
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Jean Paul Gaultier: His new collection consists of a number of black and white looks, but there are also shades of café au lait, bronze, ivory and eggshell and a few touches of more vibrant colors such as hot pink, neon green and red. There were even some colorful python prints in the mix.
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Jean Paul Gaultier: The highly anticipated Spring-Summer 2015 haute couture collection from Jean Paul Gaultier debuted at the couturier's own space on the Rue Saint-Martin in Paris. Eccentric wedding gowns, natural inspirations, and an urban chic setting: the couturier ensured all the elements were in place for a great show.
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Frank Sorbier: The couturier seems to have had fun playing with asymmetry, as much with the tailoring as with the materials and colors. A few of the looks had a distinctly urban feel, often bordering on streetwear styles, as seen in the recurring brimmed caps, worn as chic accessories.
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Viktor&Rolf: A surreal exploration of print took shape with flower petals that seemed to open up and escape the garments, transforming 2D prints into 3D, often resulting in some surprisingly wearable pieces. Yet another nod to life in the country -- straw hats speared with sheaves of barley sought to create new organic unity where hat and dress become one.
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Viktor&Rolf: The Dutch design duo took the much-tapped flowering fashion trend to the max and offered beautiful "bouquet" pieces, combining abstract graphic volumes with organic elements. Flowerprint A-line babydoll dresses paired with straw hats and flip-flops formed the basis for a bevy of increasingly colorful and sculptural looks.
