Elie Saab Haute Couture: Spring 2015

Just when you think that the couture genius has done it all, Elie Saab pushes the envelope further in his Haute Couture Spring 2015 collection. I'm seeing feathers (which he pulled off fantastically), elegant petal-like embroidery , exceptional bead work (would you expect anything less from him?) and even a little bit of sultry lace and lingerie-inspired pieces.

As usual, I am very biased with his stuff so I'm just gonna put it out there and say that I LOVE this collection. Although it's still in line with the whole collection's aesthetics, the wedding gown surprised me the most. It's quite a departure of what he usually does but it's quite refreshing to see him step out of his comfort zone and create something so magical. (Hint: It's not a white or champagne color! Scroll all the way down to check the wedding gown!)

Who says a wedding gown has to be white? :) Can you imagine how they painstakingly placed the crystals and sewed in the embroidery by hand? Simply gorgeous and breathtaking! 

Images via style.com

Sashay, Shante!

Toodles!

Valentino Haute Couture: Spring 2015

Ukraine (Russia too?) is getting all the attention on Valentino's runway and I am absolutely crazy about it. I actually don't think there was anything in this collection that I didn't want to sell my kidneys for in my closet. 

What I truly love the most is how designers Piccioli and Chiuri were able to maintain the classic details of Eastern European fashion such as needle-point embroideries and deep, rich-colored textiles while being able to integrate the light, romantic essence that Valentino's collections always exude. Speaking of embroidery, some of the gowns had words---French from what I could make out of it---sewn on them that kind of reminded me of Angelina Jolie's unique Atelier Versace wedding veil that had her children's drawings all over it. Scroll all the way down to check them out!

Here are some of my faves:

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What are your favorites? Check out the whole collection and details here.

Sashay, Shante!

Toodles!

Chanel Haute Couture: Spring 2015

Chanel is definitely bringing the haute in Haute Couture as Karl Lagerfeld updates some classic looks with fringed tweed, cropped tops and jackets, floral appliques and sheer gloves in Chanel's Spring/Summer Haute Couture 2015 show. At the Grand Palais (Paris), where the show was held at, Lagerfeld explains that he wanted something light and graceful, thus the playful use with chiffon. The pieces are made seamless (Wow.) and the details are so intricate, which makes it even a more coveted collection!

Here are my favorite picks:

Photo credits: chanel.com

Check out the whole collection here. Which ones are your favorites?

Sashay, Shante!

Fashion Week Spring 2015: PARIS

I can't believe I haven't posted for more than a week, so I must confess that I'm going to go through these posts as quickly as I can just to keep up! Fashion Week concludes with its final destination in Paris, and it rings quite true when they say, you save the best for last. There's just so much to love but I'll try to narrow it down so we won't suffer from sashay shante overload!

Gareth Pugh I always think that Pugh's collections are something to behold, to stare at for a few good minutes. I always love his concepts and silhouettes as its boundaries are set between being pragmatic and bewildering.

Zuhair Murad Sexy silhouettes with sultry red lace and delicious plum colors. Zuhair is showing a little bit of his wild side and I am loving it!

Louis Vuitton Great Merlin's beard... The devil is in the details---leather kneecaps.  I am not too keen right now on the purses but the clothes spell style with a capital S! Oh Mr.Ghesquière, you are a genius (and handsome to boot!).

Elie Saab This is Elie Saab we're talkin' about here. I want to crack his skull open and pick his brain. Sorry, I go morbid when I get overly excited.

Balenciaga To say that Alexander Wang definitely more than exceeds the expectations of loyal Balenciaga fans is THE understatement of all understatements this season---because damn, this kid has ideas. Like, big ideas. Wow.

Chloe Fun, flowy and flirty. Chloe keeps it sassy with billowy blouses and chiffon skirts.

Balmain I love the two-tone over-sized vests and the technicolor leather top. Olivier Rousteing just keeps getting better, and he's only what, 27? Balmain is surely laughing all the way to the bank.

Valentino From bold prints to delicate sheer dresses, Valentino hits the nail on the high fashion head.

All photos via style.com

This post could just go on and on, but one thing we can undeniably agree on is that you can't expect anything less than this in Paris. Amazing shows from creative geniuses, can't wait to see them in stores!

Toodles!