McQueen Samples the Queen for Fall RTW

Everyone was talking about Alexander McQueen's Fall Ready-to-Wear collection, the most stunning thing on the runways for fashion week (in my humble opinion). Having just returned from a 2-week trip to India myself, I was charmed by McQueen's maharaja-inspired looks (wish I had bought more pairs of the lovely slippers) but absolutely blown away by the ones taking cues from the royals. What's on my must have list? This outrageous Union Jack and Queen Elizabeth II print dress (left).

Other royalty-inspired pieces from the collection (All photos courtesy of style.com.):

Devil is in the Details at Lanvin

Alber Elbaz rocked my world with Lanvin's Fall collection composed mainly of layers of ribbon. It's all in the details with this collection dominated by blacks and neutrals. Statement accessories were used for impact, including miles of heavy metal jewels tied to necks with lengths of black silk ribbon, and will you check out the Medieval torture cuffs! (Tip: cuffs worn on both arms, outside the gloves as shown below right, dress up plain gloves for a quick outfit update. You don't have to go over the top either. Hammered silver, colorful leather, wood bangles will all look great!).








Photos courtesy of style.com.