Basil Soda S/S 2010 – Haute Couture

Basil Soda worked with a palette of non-colour but this has only served to reinforce his subtle play between cloth and body, where transparencies, geometric embroidery and volumes show give life to every movement.

Photos: Mademoiselle à Paris

Georges Chakra S/S 2010 – Haute Couture

Georges Chakra was on my radar since his collection’s appearance on The Devil Wears Prada. For his couture collection, the Lebanese designer create a collection fit for any red carpet princess, between screen siren and little gorgeous dresses.

Yumi Katsura by Ji Haye S/S 2010 – Haute Couture

Les magnifiques de papillon de Yumi Katsura by Ji Haye se sont posés sur le podium le temps du défilé de cette après-midi. Soies imprimées, coupes inspirées des kimonos, bustiers rebrodés se sont succédés sous nos yeux pour illustrer le thème de la collection: Enchanted Forest.
Parmi les pièces à noter, [...]

Teaser: Georges Chakra S/S 2010

Just to tide you over while you wait for the pictures…

Christophe Josse S/S 2010 – Haute Couture

Yesterday, romantism was the keyword at Christophe Josse. Light colours, translucent laces have been worked to create lighter than air dresses. Many gathered applause, particularly the bandage dress made of ivory lace.
Forget the bride, a little bit too transparent and concentrate on the sublime sequined black dress, perfect for the [...]