I WANT EVERY PIECE FROM THE CARVEN S/S 11 LINE - INCLUDING THE MODEL'S BOB

I had to dedicate a separate post from the other collections shown in Paris because this was love at first sight. I am going to start putting some money aside so I can get a few pieces from Carven next year!

My 5 Fav Parisian Collections

1. Lanvin: ZOMG! feminine neutral palette, luxurious fabric, new leather choker-belts... I am so happy to see something new from Alber Elbaz. This is a very successful transition from the previous silhouettes I was getting tired of (but will still stand in line for the H&M collab that still focuses on that silhouette).

2. Viktor & Rolf: They never ever disappoint! this collection is crazy/beautiful. I love how the simple tuxedo shirt is blasted out of proportion - and I could see a bridal following here as well! I hope to see a lot of this in editorials for Spring.

3. Givenchy: Although I hate the hair and makeup, I love how the clothes are styled- Leopard+B&W could look so tailored and clean while the sheer flowy bottoms balances out the look perfectly.

4. Costume National: The color palette is spot-on and bold. I love the easiness of each look. Costume is definitely the European's Calvin Klein...although this season Costume did it better.

5. Christian Dior: The overall collection evokes the emotion of summer and has a few standout pieces. Glitzy glam island party with plenty of champagne and sailor boys.

SP11) accessories that caught my eye

i am in need of those rick owens shoes; they are screaming for me!

SP11) The Best of Backstage Beauty

1. Jil Sander 2. Fendi 3. Valentino 4. Nina Ricci 5. Chloe 6. Prada
7. Giambattista Valli 8. Oscar de la Renta 9. Christian Dior 10. Rick Owens

Spring 2011: My top picks from Milan

To start off, I have to say I was extremely disappointed with London that I have no desire to pick any as my top 3. Milan kind of made it up for me though. I think Milan had a refined and subdued feel throughout, or at least those were my favorites.

1. Jil Sander - I was surprised by the use of mix and match bold colors, yet it looked tasteful and well thought out. The t-shirt-maxi-sack-dress looks really easy and sporty, and I feel like women will be flocking to buy those jackets and dresses.


2. Dolce & Gabbana - I am a sucker for an all-white collection (minus this season's Alexander Wang...what happened?? Nevermind.) The lace done in many ways and the layering of sheer whites is such a dream.


3. MaxMara - The peek-a-boo suit *drool* and the use of luxe fabric won me over. I also love the usage of bold single-tone outfits.