John Galliano put on a breathtaking show to end all shows, and even absolve him of the sins of his men's collection.  The dresses were firmly rooted classic couture tradition but also possessed an air of ground-breaking modernity.  The message of the show was clear: this was about a return to the elegance and glamour that defined the Christian Dior of yore.    

There was a visible 20's era flapper influence in the hats and sheath silhouettes that graced the catwalk early in the show.  The belted waists on nearly every dress  were a couture affirmation of an already rampant prêt-à-porter trend.  

The color palette was mostly toned-done with mustard, lilac, cyan and deep fuchsia detailing the tamer designs.  The black and white, used in the beginning and end of the show, were the colors of choice for the more extravagant and dramatic gowns.  

The show encompassed everything from subtly-goth elements in the all black ensembles with hornet-waists and black cherry lips to gravity defying tulle ball gowns, fit for royalty.  

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