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Spring 2012: Our Quick Guide To The Hits & Trends
The Blonde and The Brunette had to catch our breathe after the latest round of fashion weeks emitting from New York, London, Milan and Paris. We’ve zeroed in on key trends which we considered fresh and viable Spring options. 1) LADY CHIC. The trend which emerged this fall has extended into a mid-century modern vibe with [...]
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Moncler Gamme Rouge Spring 2012: Far Out
Moncler Gamme Rouge is known for their fabulous couture outerwear. I have one treasured dressy jacket in my closet that is a true classic and keeper. This Spring is totally different. They have turned the tables and grabbed our attention in a new way which is why we are showcasing this collection. Using three groupings [...]
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Louis Vuitton Spring 2012: Pop Princess
The Blonde and The Bruentte have been fixated (Astrid included) on the fetish look Marc Jacobs and Louis Vuitton espoused for Fall. Now Spring 2012 is here with a 180° turn. As Marc Jacobs expressed, “After the hardness of Fall, we wanted something gentle and kind, fragile but strong, too.” Mission accomplished. A new kind [...]
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McQueen Spring 2012: Under The Sea
We are swimming in the ocean of Paris Fashion Week and Sarah Burton‘s collection for Alexander McQueen Spring is no exception. Inspired by sea goddesses versus nymphs, this show channeled Lee McQueen through Sarah Burton but with her ultra feminine touch. Outfits with barnacle patterns, coral, oysters and obsessive/compulsive detail made sure the McQueen legacy [...]
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Elie Saab Spring 2012: Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
If this collection seems just slightly familiar it’s because Kate Winslet wore a scarlet-colored Spring Elie Saab gown to the Emmy’s even before this show hit Paris. Lucky Kate. The real drama started with the soft shades of pearl and suddenly progressed to sequined dresses and gowns in vivid shades of goldenrod, burnt orange. The [...]
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Chanel Spring 2012: A Dazzling Deep Dive
I wasn’t even sure it was Chanel at first. But is was and how wonderful. Karl Lagerfeld literally reinterpreted his own Chanel vision to silence and baffle the many imitators. Using an underwater theme and another massive set, out marched a magnificent color palette including shades in sea foams, soft pinks and shimmery whites. Take [...]
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Kayne West Makes His Paris Fashion Week Debut
Kanye West made his debut on the Paris runway with his vision of Spring 2012 and many of the top models in the world. An undisputed king in the world of hip-hop, this is a whole new arena for him to undertake. I sensed a bit of that Balmain vibe but none of the spectacular [...]
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Balenciaga Spring 2012: Center Stage
We heard he “brought the house down”. Everyone at The Blonde and The Brunette agree that Balenciagia and Nicolas Ghesquière just took center stage again. Although many a fashionista has loved, worn and lauded recent collections, the broader appeal might have weakened slightly at retail. Yesterday, once again, Ghesquière dominated the catwalk. Using stellar brights, [...]
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Christian Dior Spring 2012: The Pretty Is Back
After the debacle of the Spring Dior Couture collection, the new, post-Galliano team played it safe and that was the smart move. What I loved most about the Christian Dior Spring 2012 collection is that I am seeing some transitional pieces that can be carried over from Fall along with the return to the Dior [...]
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Lanvin Spring 2012: Sleek and Sexy Separates
Alber Elbaz of Lanvin continues to get it right. He is totally in touch with the modern woman and her life. For Spring 2012, he delivered a sleek, flattering silhouette with lots of sportswear separates all injected with tons of sex appeal. The refreshing note was the strong leaning toward navy, white and black for [...]
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