Meanwhile at Paris Fashion Week

J'adore Paris. It's the city of love, the city of lights, and the city of fashion! I always love trolling the internet for the goodies of Paris Fashion Week and boy are there some great ones. I must say this Fall 2012 Fashion Week season has been a really great one. I have had hope restored in the creativity of the industry. More color, and beautiful feminine clothing has graced the runway this season than there has been in a while.

 {all photos via Style.com}

 Still pretty new to the Ready to Wear scene, Louis Vuitton is not doing too shabby. Although I cannot say that this collection was my style exactly, I loved the execution, and I loved the inspiration. An actual custom steam engine chugged it's way down the catwalk and then each model, complete with her own bellhop carrying her LV bags, walked in three piece dress suits.

 Just like LV,  a lot of lines at Paris Fashion Week are sporting pants under a skirt. I'm not a huge fan of that look because I feel it does nothing for your figure, I do like how Mr. Lagerfeld executed it chez Chanel. The jewel encrusted lace skirt that wrapped around the sleek pants and plenty proportions of sheer...I seriously was swooning. And then many models also in gloves this year, but I love that Chanel has chosen Opera Length Fingerless gloves! I have never seen this. What a cool downtown edgy spin on the ultra uptown classy accessory!

 Elie Saab dabbled more with actual Ready to Wear this year than I have seen him attempt in at least 8 seasons, where I have seen more of his signature couture gowns. I seriously could not love this jumpsuit more. With his touch of that shimmering sheer fabric fit with a great pant, this woman is super chic.

 The line of Kanye West...yes THAT Kanye West, was surprisingly chic but not a lot of diversity, but he's new to the fashion scene...he has a lot of growth as a designer to make I suppose. I really enjoyed the leather looks he styled together. This leather vamp ensemble topped with fur I would so rock in NYC. I do wish he would've represented at NYC instead of Paris Fashion Week though, not sure I'm on board.

Sarah Burton has turned out another fun Alexander McQueen line. Many looks dealing with white and exploring this triangle shape, I was smitten for this cape with the gathered wide hem! Since the dress is cinched, it still allows you to look curvy and feminine and still fashion chic.

Paul & Joe played with lots of texture and rich colors which gets instant brownie points in my book. I also always enjoy men on the runways. I especially loved this last look color blocking along with mixing velvet, lace, and silk. They are dramatic and are all working together very well for a bold statement. Of course I would not be bold enough to rock a see through lace top braless, even with those pockets, but that's what models are for n'est-ce pas?

Valentino is no surprise to appear featured for fabulousness, but right out the gate, Look #1 is a leather cape. Seriously? Do you even need the rest of the line? It's amazing, and takes the cake. Bravo Valentino on my favorite caped look at Paris Fashion Week!

Vous aimez Paris Fashion Week my darlings?

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Guest Blogger | Beach Fashion Calling: Fringe Swimwear

Daylight Savings Time is right around the corner and with the weather we have in New York you would think it's May already! Well it may be only March, but I will welcome the warm weather with open arms. You know what that means don't you? Beach fashion is calling! There are so many swimwear styles to choose from but fringe swimwear is demanding a fabulous voice this season and Guest Blogger Susan Bodack of  InStyleSwimwear.com is here to tell you how to look fabulous on the sand this summer season!

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Swimwear Trend Report: Fashionable Fringe Benefits

Every season has its #1 trend and for Summer 2012, the fringe swimwear trend is definitely it!  Many admire it for its hip boho-chic vibe while others simply love it for its unique and ultra-trendy flair.  Regardless, the trend is definitely taking the industry by storm!  Whether you’re looking for a new bikini, one-piece or even a new cover-up, fringe is a MUST this season.

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For all the bikini lovers out there, there are plenty of fringe swimwear styles to choose from.  Bandeau tops with fringe detail along the bustline are perfect for women of all different bust sizes, but they look particularly amazing on girls with smaller busts.  The embellishment helps enhance your bustline, making you appear fuller up top.  But for those who need some extra support, try fringe swimwear tops like halters.  These tops feature chic fringe detail that hangs like a V, which elongates your torso, making it a perfect style for petite girls.  Check out new two-piece styles from L Space Swimwear—the master of the trend!

In addition to bikinis, the fringe swimwear trend is showcased in one-piece styles as well.  Many one-pieces and monokinis feature deep plunging necklines, so you’ll feel cool, covered and still sexy as can be!  Look for monokinis from L Space Swimwear and classic one-pieces from Tori Praver, both with fringe detail along the neckline.  Très chic!

Finally, if you love the fringe swimwear trend but are looking for a new cover-up, you’ll love the new fringe-embellished cover-up styles!  Whether you’re into tunics, dresses or fashion-forward ponchos, you’re sure to find something to satisfy your fix.

Which fringe swimwear style 

will you be rockin’ this season?

Susan Bodack is a blogger and the Director of Social Media Marketing at InStyleSwimwear.com.  To read more about the fringe swimwear trend and to stay up to date on the latest trends and styles, check out their blog, Beauty and the Beach!

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Fashionspriation: The Color of the Season | Mint Green

If you paid attention at all last season and have opened your eyes at all this season you should be seeing green...mint green that is. The color of the season has sure swept through like a refreshing breeze. It is a nice way to brighten up your wardrobe and prepare for Spring and pourquoi pas add some sherbet into your style? It's oh so sweet after all!

Be inspired by mint with some of these fashionspiration worthy photos...

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How will you rock the mint green?

Fashion 101: The Office of a PR Fashionista

Fashion PR is an interesting world to study from a far. Fast doesn't even begin to describe the pace, and multi-tasking does not nearly do justice to how much you do every second. Not to mention you do all this while looking impossibly fabulous right? Here is a glimpse into the office of a PR fashionista.

You practically live at your desk when working in fashion, especially fashion PR. Therefore you have necessary makeup and hair tools so that you can freshen up before you have to cab across town to an event for a client. Shoes are very important. You run errands and commute in Tom's a must-have for any New Yorker quite honestly, and so that you don't cart your whole life in your purse everywhere you fabulous shoes (a couple pairs) live under your desk. Arrive at 9am slip off the comfy Tom's and rock your statement Louboutins for the next 9 hours.

While working you are flipping through magazines, scanning placements for each of your clients, and flagging new ideas to pitch to editors of all the top publications. Additionally, you are surrounded by samples of your clients. Have a perfume client? That perfume bottle is on your desk. Did you host an event a new accessory line launch? A bright bauble sits under your monitor. And clothing samples are always coming and going in garment bags all day. When Vogue magazine requests Look #3 from the last runway show to shoot for the April issue...you messenger that dress across town instantly.

Inspiring photos are on your wall to daily keep your creative juices flowing. Snacks are very important because you often do not eat a proper lunch...and you definitely do not get an hour lunch break. Then let's not forget your past work, the blueprints of your old fashion show seating charts are rolled up behind your desk to refer to for next season.

And then your favorite sample dress is hanging close by your desk to best represent your client when you attend their latest launch event over cocktails after work. Make sure you make your Starbucks run to keep your energy in tact. The office of a PR fashionista is not for the faint of heart, but certainly has it's compelling rewards

A Fashionista's Office Desk by fashiondiva304 featuring a pleated satin dress

Are you ready to be a PR Fashionista?

What's Happening on the Runways: London

Last week was London Fashion Week and here is a recap of the looks I'll be drawing inspiration from for my wardrobe for Fall 2012.

Wine will definitely be the color of the season, but did it quite as fun as the bold red legs of Vivienne Westwood Red Label. I always find I love several things from her line and I will so be getting some red tights to follow suit.

{Merci for all photos Style.com}

Now I always get a kick out of unique fashion shows (I'm a big fan of different), and the Burberry Prorsum show, beyond being fab as usual had the models in snow with umbrellas for their final walk! And I absolutely love the cropped puff coats in the Fall 2012 line. I usually have a strict NO Walking Sleeping Bag Policy, so the cropped provides a  nice alternative!

Inspired by Marlene Dietrich, the Fall 2012 line of Marios Schwab was swimming in beautiful dresses topped with too-cool-for-school hats! You know I love a good hat. And these side sloped babies come packed with sass!

Technicolor patterns are definitely a thing of 2012 and although very reminiscent of Prabal Gurung's S/S2012 line, I was still loving the electricity in the looks of Peter Pilotto. 

Although not a line that I would mark as innovative, that is not necessarily a bad thing. Todd Lynn (who's also kind've a cutie) had me loving about every look that walked the runway. Bold colors, feminine silhouettes. This one look in particular with the full sleeve leather gloves had me floored! Forget Opera Length he has upped the ante!

That's what happening on the runways in London. 

Color, as I love to always count on from this town, edge, and class. 

What was your favorite London look?

Behind the Scenes Fashion Show: Jenny Packham

This Fashion Week F/W 2012 was a whirlwind and I forget that I still have so much to post for you guys. My account was Jenny Packham and I was so excited to work on this fashion show! Jenny's line is adored by red carpet goers and royalty alike and she is one of my favorite designers, and I am so excited to take you guys Behind the Scenes!

 The models always do a practice run of the show, 

usually while they are barefoot, in jeans, with curlers in their hair.

 Kaylee Defer from Gossip Girl backstage

The Jenny Packham F/W 2012 line did not disappoint with inspiration from Film Noire the runway entrance was filled with smoke and the models emerged like Ingrid Bergman in a Casablanca scene, victory rolls in their hair and all. It was runway perfection.

 Kaylee Defer and Dita von Teese sat front row. 

Dita has already been spotted at an Oscar after party in one of the collection's dresses.

Me after the show finally feeling like I can breathe...

well as much as you can in a leather black pencil dress!

Here were some of my favorite looks...

Jenny Packham is amazing and her F/W 2012 fashion show did not disappoint.

What was your favorite look from the collection?

Do you love Film Noire?