Kate Moss - 2012 Paris Fashion Week Louis Vuitton

What! Do I see pointy toe shoes? Are they next to come back in style? What do you think about that dress? Really not sure I am a fan, maybe if it didn't look like it opened up to be an a umbrella. Either way, I am a fan of Kate moss
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Top Fashion Rule Breakers

A fashion 'rule breaker' is anyone who goes outside the realm of what's considered current & 'appropriate'.  Fashion rule breakers dare to think outside the box and often take part in creating their own signature style.  For decades women have opted to follow suit with the status quo is regards to selecting pieces for their wardrobe, for instance by not wearing white after Labor Day, by matching their shoes with their hand bag and by keeping their clothes in sync with the climate.  All of those concepts are so not in effect anymore as these days, especially on the celeb scene, we are deff seeing a more liberal aesthetic in regards to fashion 'dos & don'ts'  Right now there are some major rule breakers and one in particular used to be on top of the game.  Of course I'm referring to 'Madonna'.  Madge dared to wear this monstrosity at the Metropolitan Museum Costume benefit, however, she may have misinterpreted that she wasn't actually suppose to wear one?!  The Louis Vuitton mini paired with the thigh high hooker boots, accompanied by the Marc Jacobs, what looked like a bunny eared hairpiece was an absolute 'flop' and so not classy!  In all reality though, Maddona didn't get where she is today by taking on a wallflower persona but her 'in your face' approach to entertaining most certainly did!

Now that Lady Gaga and Nicki Minaj have caused Madonna to take a back seat as leading lady pop star.  This past Sunday at the MTV Video Music Awards, Nicki walked the black carpet in what appeared to be a 'Toy Story' massacre!  There was too much going on to even try to make sense of!  From her ice cream cone bling to her cotton candy weave topped off by a colorful surgical mask.  She had us all thinking..."What the?" & that my dear readers was mission accomplished for Minaj!

I have to give Gaga 'mad props' because at least there's a theme associated to her madness.  Since making her debut in 2008 she's rocked the house & fashion houses too, as she has become the muse as well as collaborator both for & with many astute designers.
Minaj make rock but in my opinion Gaga rules!  What's your take?...


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Fashions In Bloom Valentino Style

This past year we have definitely seen a vintage fashion trend resurface as budding bloom embellished fabrics and floral appliques have been used by the most astute designers.  Valentino, has definitely had a hands on approach to creating a new take on an old fave with everything from bags to gowns.  Florence Welch, the leading lady behind the new popular group 'Florence & The Machine' was working this floral Valentino couture dress, from his Spring collection at the Elton John AIDs foundation Oscar viewing party.  Flo always stays true to creating an ethereal vibe with her style choices and this one was on the money.  Shown here in a sheer illusion, earth tone chiffon floor length gown adorned with delicate pale petals that looked like they fell from the sky and dropped on the garment.

Vintage floral applique was extremely popular in the 1940's & 50's and was at that time mostly hand constructed as embroidery machines were still in somewhat of a primitive phase.

Harry Potter babe Hermione, aka Emma Watson chose to prance around in Valentino at the 2011 BATF Awards.  This silk chiffon embroidered with a blush of pink dress, was also from Valentino's Spring collection this year.  It had the same delicate petals as the dress worn by Florence Welch.

Valentino has put out some absolutely amazing bags, following suit to his fondness for all things floral.  With an almost $2,000 price tag, I know I'll be checking out the thrift stores for something similar!

Of course we have to finish off by mentioning the shoes that Valentino designed this year, also floral inspired of course!  These black mesh peep toes sandals with tiny petal appliques ROCK!  I so want them!  I have to give some mad props to the 79 year old enigma of the fashion world, Valentino Clemente Ludovico Garavani, simply known as 'Valentino'...  because he has made me absolutely fall in love with floral couture!

   
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Vivacious Vuitton!

Who doesn't love Vuitton bags?  This years new collection is absolutely vivacious as designer Louis Vuitton has lavished the avid followers with fresh new styles & bold palettes for their 2011 collection!

Louis Vuitton, is 'vintage' in it's own right being that the French fashion house has been around since 1854 & has been the world's leading designer ever since, currently topping a net worth of over 19 billion!  Although they originated with clothing, jewelry & accessories, they became uber famous for their signature monogrammed bags.

In spite of the controversy surrounding the creation of 'LV's' pieces being machined, the company still stands firm stating that there are over 100 stages additionally involved in the making of each bag to bring it to completion.  So in case you hand any questions regarding the validity of your bags construction, make no mistake...There are hands involved!

Vuitton is always surprising us with bold new concepts and I am especially excited about the new monogrammed, mono hued colorful clutches that are out now as well as the Avante-Garde chain strap Pochette...

   
I'm sure these gorgeous bags are worth every single one of the over 3,300 dollars they cost & so with that being said...maybe when gas prices come down a bit I'll got out and get me one!






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