Though we haven’t mused much of it on Merci, we’ve been more than just fireworks watching this weekend…
For the last three days, Paris has been ablaze with their Fall/Winter couture shows, showcasing the latest collections from the likes of Chanel , Giorgio Armani Prive and Stephane Rolland , to name a few.
Though I’m certainly not privy to shell out the cost of a small car for a custom frock, watching the couture shows provides an acute glimpse of some of the trends that may trickle into accessibility in the near future… And as a bridal stylist , that’s exactly why I love to watch Elie Saab’s show.
The Lebanese designer has long been a red-carpet favorite {remember Mila Kunis at the Oscars ?}, and his ethereal take on drape, beading and a pure appreciation of a woman’s silhouette has me swooning season after season.
A few hours ago, Saab’s models sashayed down the runway in shades of slate blue, silver and washed bronze. The fabrics were flowing, the necklines were surprisingly high, and his signature beading, though ever-present, was remarkably young and fresh.
While all the photos have yet to hit the presses, you can catch a glimpse of the entire collection {including details and mood shots } on NOW Fashion … {yes ladies, it’s a godsend of a site}. Hint: the final look, a showstopper of a wedding gown, will surely stop your breath.
After you take a glimpse at the show, I’ll be dying to know… What are your thoughts on Elie Saab’s F/W 2011 couture line? Which styles and details can you see walking down the aisle {or red carpet}?
xx,
Photo credits: top, via AP Images ; remainder via NOW Fashion
