Yves Saint Laurent & Valentino

Once again Stefano Pilati has hit the nail on fashion's preened head and has proved why YSL still is one of the most prestigious labels to show in Paris.  A noted trend appeared to be a cinched in waist with a buckled waistbelt that appeared in an array of colours. My favourite look has to be this blue long sleeved shift dress that epitomises a classic YSL look. I particularily like the light grey accessories used to complete the dress - I may take to this colour sooner than summer -I'm thinking winter scarfs?

Using an array of bold colours including greens, blues, pinks black and white (of course), the YSL collection exhuded an edgy sophistication verging on playful. Mini capes showcased alongside shorter than short black hotpants with an overall clean cut feel - with the odd bit of leather thrown in to keep us on our toes.

YSL SPRING / SUMMER 2010

VALENTINO

I have always adored Valentino's designs, and was disapointed when he retired last year. My first thought was who would be his successor and how would they be able to adhere to such crucial elements of design that Valentino seemed so at ease with? The draping on a ball gown, the fierce colours of his collections and the ability to make the wearer of his garments ooze with sudden sex appeal.

Well, what was all the worry for?

Alessandra Facchinetti has upped her game this season and has produced some beautiful creations. Mixing light creams, beiges, browns and pinks the collection holds elements of glamour, sophistication and has a flirtatious aspect with frills a d draping in all the right places.

VALENTINO SPRING/SUMMER 2010

Paris Fashion Week

Although my fashion heart belongs in London, I am always swept away by the striking creations created by Paris' finest. It may be a 'little' high maintenance, and yes the standards are through the roof and yes I find it gobsmacking that Karl Lagerfeld has to create 3 (absoutely immaculate and critically successful) jawdropping collections, but that's what Paris is all about - the beautiful and the chic.

I have yet to review each collection, and am waiting in vain for the YSL collection to be posted online, but so far I have to hand it to Riccardo Tisci at Givenchy, Alber Elbaz at Lavin and Balmain for blowing me away with divine and sophisticated collections.

Here are a few pictures of each designer's Spring/Summer 2010 collections, and I think you'll get my drift...

I have gone crazy for the drapes and pleating at Givenchy....

Lanvin...

Balmain...

London Fashion Weekers

As promised here are the rest of my favourite looks from those trendy fashion weekers. This beautiful man caught my eye with his laid back style, and I loved his brown leather jacket mixed with light blue jeans - and of course the trend of the season - a checked shirt.

This lovely lady was rocking an all black look but lightened it up with a monocrome cropped jacket - which I am rather fond of. Alice admitted she was playing down her style, but I disagree - this is just the right amount of casual meets chic.

I like the colour mix of this particular ensemble, especially the salmon pink skirt mixed with black. In my mind a lace top with a gold studded cardigan and a fringed bag is questionable, however this girl seems to have pulled it off to no end (very impressed). I am envious of her boots and the overall look is very rock 'n' roll.

I think these outfits can speak for themselves. I had to photograph these boys because for me, it summed up completely the essense of London Fashion Week. Very statement. Very London. Very good.
















This season so far, I have seen a lot of leather biker jackets with exaggerated lapelles - but I had to photograph this one as I loved the mix of the leather with the dulled studs. I especially liked the mix of leather with the tie-dye skirt.

This 'geek chic' look has exploded over London and before it's time is up I wanted to applaude the guy who can get away with wearing oversized glasses. I'm a fan of the navy lining on this blazer and I like the smart shirt. I am also uberly jealous and in awe of the Westwood badge and have taken it upon myself to put it on my Christmas List - in the form of a necklace though.

If anybody has switched my judgement on wedges this season, it can all be put down to this lady. Absolutely adore the zebra wedges, bravely mixed with a floor length draped dress and green checked bag. Possibly my favourite look. Mixed with the bottle blonde hair and vampy red lips, this lady's look really packed a punch.