Marc Jacobs: Spring 2011 RTW

I think that Marc Jacobs did an amazing job on his Spring 2011 RTW collection. He uses big flowers throughout his collection, which is the ultimate statement of feminism and elegance. I particularly love his use of monochromatic colors and rich hues such as gold, purple and red.

Take some tips from him this season on how to wear head-to-toes nudes and monochromatic looks. This spring you have plenty of options. Have fun!

Spring 2011 Trends

Spring 2011 trends as told by WhoWhatWear.com...

The Future of Fashion

Martin Margiela at Paris Fashion Week, as seen in the New York Times.



Givenchy: Spring 2010 Haute Couture Collection

Inspired by an era of the strong, erotic Parisian woman circa 1970s, this Givenchy collection is definitely a showcase of Riccardo Tisci's versatility as a designer. Each look seemed to express a different personality, and each made a statement. I likes! :-)

Just another random bit of information...Singer Ciara is Riccardo Tisci's new muse! The music industry is really making a crossover.

Valentino: Spring 2010 Haute Couture Collection

Valentino is by far my favorite Haute Couture collection this season! 'Haute Couture' translates into 'best-sowing' or 'high-needlework.' I loved the color palette. I love the contrast of muted colors such as nude and black against bold colors; it makes them stand out so much more! I'd argue that sheer fabrics are the biggest trend for the upcoming season. This collection is very feminine, yet superheroesqe. Avatar was said to be part of the inspiration behind this collection. The ruffles, the bows, love it all.

Paul Smith: Spring 2010 Collection - Men's

Honestly, I'm not too fond of most of the men's collections that are showing for Spring. I believe that men should always have a sense of masculinity and crispness about them and some of the collections are just over-the-top. We can definitely do away with the sheer and the 'baggy' looks. Paul Smith is a designer that I wasn't too familiar with, but I love that he sticks to the basics. He started his line in England in the 1980s focusing on traditional dress with bold colors, stripes, and hints of eccentric detailing. I love the layering looks that he creates with this line, and also the relaxed fit of the garments.

Viktor & Rolf: Spring 2010 Collection - Men's

I love Viktor & Rolf. They seem to have the perfect formula for wearable, yet edgy fashions. I'm loving the colored oxfords this season. Many designers are also showing cropped pants and rolled-up denim. Predominately neutral color palette with a touch of color. Relaxed, yet clean-cut.

Louis Vuitton: Spring 2010 Collection

Who else but Marc Jacobs? Most didn't understand the inspiration behind this collection until it was explained to be "about travelers." It makes a lot of sense to me now. Looks from every walk of life, complete with big hair! I LOVE THAT HAIR! I love this collection, in general, because each look is a testament to personal style. There is no one-size-fits-all policy for fashion! Wear what works for you, and wear it with confidence.

Viktor & Rolf: Spring 2010 Collection

Amazing. Unlike anything that I've seen before. I love the sharp contrast between the tulle and ruffled structures and the loose, silk-satin garments, menswear tuxedo blazers against lingerie-like bottoms, and black against pastels. The concept was crazy. And yes, I would show up to a party in ANY of those pieces. The designers credit the recession as the inspiration behind their so nicely sliced ball gowns.

Versace: Spring 2010 Collection

Versace's Spring 2010 collection. It's flirty. It's fresh. It's sassy. Vivid pastels. Geometric prints. Metallic accents with a hint of sheer. Inspired by Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland (to be released next March). A glimpse of what Versace used to be under the late Gianni Versace.