First 2009 resort collection are in, and probably provide enough input to what to expect for the Fall-Spring 09 transition. Two major trends observed in the shows were sticking to neutrals ( Chanel, Fendi ) and bringing a double dose of bright colors ( Dior , Oscar De la Renta ). While Karl Lagerfeld worked the signature black for Chanel, Fendi went for a nautical theme with navy palet... Read More

John Galliano toned it way down for his 2009 Resort collection, shown in Paris last week.  Instead of the highly eccentric and bizarre fashion for which he is so well known under his own label, the clothes were markedly wearable.  It seemed Vanessa Paradis was an inspiration for the look of the collection; the dark lips and tussled hair were reminiscent of the singer and and the clo... Read More

If you watched the Gucci 's resort collection, streamed live on the internet from Rome on Tuesday, you might have thought you were watching a taped recording of a 1970's fashion show.   Indeed, everything from the silky Julie Christie hair to the flowing dresses and flared pants were strongly reminiscent of the disco era.  The bold prints gave a sexy and confident edge to the collecti... Read More

Jill Stuart debuted a micro-collection of flirty, feminine clothes that marked a significant departure from her most recent Fall 2008 collection.  Indeed, it would be hard to guess that it was the same Jill Stuart who, just a few months ago showed a collection of heavy, structured and even-a-bit Gothic garments.  Like a thorough spring cleaning, gone were the buttons, pockets and da... Read More

Fianally a resort collection with some edge - in double sense. For honestly speaking, the resort shows haven't been particularly fun to watch - predictable and a a bit boring you might even call them... Alexander McQueen on the other side is not boring at all. “Über-partying, über-glamour” is the collection's theme according to style.com. Black, gold, figureshaped drapings, ... Read More