Designer Frida Giannini unveils Gucci's couture collection on the red carpet at Cannes this week. The gowns were gorgeous, full of beaded details, pleats and drapery. These actresses couldn't look more stunning! The red carpet is the perfect place to debut the collection, since according to Giannini she has no plans to show it on the runway.
With the tragic death of the ever so talented designer, Lee Alexander McQueen, the Culturistas decided to memorialize him with our favorite looks of the year. From the top right: Annalynne Mccorde, Camilla Belle, Sandra Bollock, Cameron Diaz, Emma Watson, Rachel McAdams and Camilla Belle. Plus two of our favorite clutches this year!
We will miss you and your gorgeous, fashion forward looks!
Ellie Saab Spring Couture Collection 2010
Ellie Saab's Couture collection is anything but minimal- although his use of strictly nudes and pastelled fabric would suggest otherwise. His ethereal, romantic gowns took center stage since the makeup/hair/jewelry were all natural and subdued.
Christian Dior Spring Couture Collection 2010
Dior's Couture collection went back to it's roots, when John Galliano got influence from the new look era. His Gibsonesque and equestrian ladies bring a lot of sex appeal to this genre. Galliano played with colors, fabrics and accessories bringing a fantastical feel to the show.
Givenchy Spring Couture Collection 2010
Givenchy's ruffles, feathers and lace, while nothing new, are still highly coveted this season. Riccardo Tisci found influence in the glamorous 1970's.
Valentino Couture Collection 2010
While the new designers of Valentino, Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli, are not designing in the same vein as Mr. Valentino, they are still producing interesting and aesthetically pleasing collections. For one, we NEED to have a pair of their strappy/tied-up tights pronto.
Chanel Couture Show 2010
Karl Lagerfeld's gorgeous Chanel Collection, made up of silver and pastels, is a mix of romanticism and the space age. But don't call it Futurism, "I hate that," Lagerfeld shot back. "I don't believe in avant-garde clothes for a future that will never happen. Fashion is always now." This is also the first time he has designed a collection with no black or navy, AND not one gold button.
Armani Prive Couture 2010 Show
The Armani Prive show was all about the moon and it's curving forms. The lunar references, Georgio Armani pointed out, were poured into luminescent fabrics, curviform cutting, embroideries made to look like the craters of the moon, crescent jewelry, and a crescent-shaped updo for the hair.
Alexis Mabille Couture Show 2010
The young designer, Alexis Mabille, took Cubist and Suprematist art as inspiration for his Couture collection. From color blocking to geometric shapes, the collection was full of interesting moments, especially the bi-colored hair.
Two exciting Target collections are in the works! Rodarte's collection will be launching in less than a month! (Dec 20th) and now we hear Zac Posen is creating a line for target as well!! Let's hope both these collections are executed well. Posen's collection will be launching April 25th 2010 and will have pieces that fall anywhere from $14.99 to $149.99.
December 1-3 there is a huge sample sale at Savvy's newest location in Soho. This comes just in time for the holidays so hurry up because the discounts on these handbags are HUGE. From L.A.M.B's edgy chicness to the pop art inspiration of Kidrobot there will be no shortage of variety to choose from. With up to 70% off on wallets, purses, and accessories these goods will go fast. 
Leather is a big trend this fall- from jackets, pants, and shorts, to gloves, and other accessories- it's all about leather. Designers such as Rodarte, Pucci and Jenni Kane showed tons of different leather options. So keep the jacket you bought last season- and stock up on some other leather goods to complete this look!
The ethnic look and the bohemian look have come together in this hot trend. Designers Diane Von Furstenberg, Matthew Williamson, Etro and Missoni exemplified this with their eclectic looks. Key pieces: a floppy knit cap, ethnic print clothing, long dresses, and funky jewelry. You can have a lot of fun with this look by mixing different prints and fabrics.
Fur is also popping up all over the runways and in stores for Fall 2009. From Forever 21 to Dolce and Gabanna you can stock up on real or faux fur. Other designers such as Christian Lacroix and Lanvin showed gorgeous pieces of fur that functioned like scarves or shawls.
Check out Part 2 of our Fall/Winter 2009 Fashion trends:HERE!
The Culturistas LUST of the week! Alexander McQueen has recently come out with these gorgeous, edgy clutches with built in gloves/rings. Sure makes carrying a clutch much more comfortable AND way cooler.
British designer Christopher Kane launches a new Fall line for Topshop NEXT month! He has designed dresses, separates, shoes and even handbags for the collection. And the prices range from 60 to 310 dollars. Although this does sound pricey - it's much more affordable than Kane's High end line (plus hopefully this means they DON'T skimp on quality like other store's designer lines *achem Target*)
We love the studded pieces and all the pretty detailing. The line looks like a great mix of feminine and rocker chic. LOVE those Lady Gaga-esq tap pants seen above!
