As the Fall 2012 shows have come to an end, this week I’ve decided to skip the Notebook pages and instead write about a few more favourites from Paris Fashion Week, in addition to the Haider Ackermann collection I blogged about on Monday.
Dries Van Noten. Structured tailoring that feels so modern (it’s his signature style after all), silk dresses, beautiful ethnic prints. His clothes have the ability to empower women. This is what a modern Katharine Hepburn would wear in my opinion. And there is one more detail I liked: the turtleneck.
Stella McCartney. I liked the oversize coats with diagonal zipper, the vivid blue, the playfulness of the short dresses, the balancing of tailored with femininity.
Christian Dior. Bill Gaytten’s collection for the legendary fashion house felt very … Dior. A very beautiful collection, timeless and elegant.
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Lanvin. This little black and white dress was my favourite. How can you not love a dress created by Alber Elbaz? Look at that stunning ruffle around the neck and bare back! I saw it on the runway and loved it so much, but it was impossible to find a better still of the back. I often feel I don’t get to see the entire dress or look from the photos taken at these shows.
And there was one big disappointment I had: Chanel. But that’s another story. Still, as long as we are on this fashion weeks subject, here is a great article on fashion criticism and blogging you might find interesting.
I wish you a wonderful weekend!
photos: vogue.com
Paris Fashion Week always takes my breath away… loving the pops of cobalt and gorgeous silhouettes.
x.o.x.o
I watched this morning Chanel! You are so right, did not like it! It was as cold as the stage! Lovely little black dress, I would change the shoes a little bit even if I am into ankle boots adoration days, :P! The Dior was really special, I like it! The electric blue of Stella is also for me, but I don’t know what to say about those oversize coats, they remember of the 80s when all the women were wearing oversize coats, but I think that only under special circumstance a woman femininity can be underlined by this style! So, Ada, you have to show us/me how you would match this oversize coat to convince us/me ;). I wish I could be braver when it comes to prints because those DVN look sublime and so original! Have a wonderful weekend, dear Ada! :*
Florina, I could say that I like those Stella McCartney coats from the fashion point of view, but from my personal style one. There are many designs that I love, but I would not wear. I chose the oversize coat look I posted because I loved the aesthetic, the minimalist design, the sharp lines, the white shirt popping out at collar and cuffs, the blue in the coat picking up the blue of the trousers.
The collection were amazing, I love the ones from Dries van Noten, hadn´t seen those before!
I do like the Dior silhouettes and of course Lanvin. You know, I haven’t even seen all the shows yet I’ve been so busy. Am planning to catch up this weekend instead. PS: that was an interesting article – love the ‘gifting’ mention… Have a great day. x
Last Lanvin dress is my favourite too!
Alex b
Oh and I forgot to say Happy Womens Day for yesterday… I still remember when I was in Milan during La Festa della Donna many years ago and a taxi driver gave me and my friend a bunch of mimosa to hold onto and put in our pocket for the day, in celebration of all women, mothers, sisters, wives, girlfriends and their strength and beauty. But I also just read this beautiful piece by Franca Sozzani over at vogue.it about the special meaning of yesterday – had to share it. Hope the link works – https://www.vogue.it/en/magazine/editor-s-blog/2012/03/march-9th
Helen, thank you for the Franca Sozzani link. How much I admire her! I agree, the 8th of March has lost its meaning and many choose not only not to celebrate it, but to forget its significance too. Unfortunately today, as with so many other holidays, it’s become too commercial.
Fabulous outfits! Love the last one in black! Have a gorgeous weekend ahead, Kellie xx
Another beautifully created fashion post from you.
You know how I feel about Dries Van Noten. The guy is simply so likeable and he has so much passion for what he’s doing.
There were so many beautiful shows at the PFW: Lanvin, Elie Saab, Chloé and more. I’m still wondering what I thought about Chanel. As I said in my today’s post I found myself liking the trousers, but then there were looks that just did nothing for me. At one point I thought that maybe showing 67 outfits is simply too much.
Enjoy your day 😉
He’s always showing so many outfits. This has always risen a question mark for me.
Hello Ada,
Hope you’re having a beautiful day.
I loved Stella’s collection – she never disappoints me. The colours and lines are gorgeous! Dior was beautiful. And loved all the colours in Lanvin!
xxx
Ada, this week has been very busy at work and yesterday’s mission at H&M made my blogging time quite limited, but I wanted to thank you for your kind comments and I’m saving the reading of your lovely posts for what I hope will be a relaxing w-e…Wish you a nice w-e!
I love how your imagination goes to what Katherine Hepburn would wear. I love so many of your picks, the bright blue, the Lanvin little black dress with the ruffle–will be interesting to see who wears that dress to what event. And Bill Gaytten’s collection is my favorite so far besides Jil Sander.
xo Mary Jo
I also was very dissapointed by Chanel, I didn’t liked it at all. Of course the fabrics and the details were beautiful, but the futuristic approach missed the epic Chanel elegance. The expected beauty from Dior however was so gorgeous, I can’t help but love timeless pieces. That Lanvin neck and backline is amazing yes, I agree.
Hope you will have a great weekend! I’m off now to watch A place in the sun. Finally;)
Hi Ada, Thank you for the recap and sharing some of your favorites. Like you, I found the article very interesting. It’s a changing game, for sure. I think that ultimately even if bloggers are paid for positive reviews, the individuals who purchase the collections are the driving force.
Wishing you a most beautiful weekend! xo – g
oh, my captcha word below is “heaven.” In that case, have a heavenly weekend. xo
you’ve chosen wonderful images, Ada and I agree about Chanel. I can’t explain why bu the Paris fashion week always reminds me of ALexander McQueen.
big hugs
Maria
I adore the purple skirt in the outfit above. Something about it is just so adorably flattering and feminine! – Katy
I love the Christian Dior collection.
The pleads, the colors, the fabrics are all sublime!,
Many of your favorites were also mine, so always a pleasure to visit your blog!,
kisses, from
lulu
https://subversivelulu.blogspot.com/
I loved all the blue at Stella. And I am with you on Haider Ackermann- I was astounded.
Paola
http://www.ThePvdHJournal.com
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