Under the direction of Karl Lagerfeld, the collection balanced heritage with lightness. Classic Chanel codes were unmistakably present, most notably the house’s iconic tweed, reworked and elevated through couture-level craftsmanship. The fabrics were intricate and richly textured, but never heavy. Each look felt refined without becoming precious.
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Giorgio Armani Privé Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2014-2015
Veils played a central role, many of them patterned with polka dots that drifted across the face and body like a cinematic filter. Rather than obscuring the garments, these veils enhanced them, adding a layer of intrigue and distance. The gesture felt classic yet subversive, recalling old Hollywood glamour while resisting nostalgia. The women beneath the veils were not hidden. They were elevated.
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Julien Fournie Haute Couture Fall Winter 2014 2015 Plunging Soft Goth
The defining gesture of the collection was the plunge. Long, sleek gowns revealed deep necklines that extended boldly at both the front and back, creating a sense of exposure that felt elegant rather than aggressive. These cuts did not rely on embellishment for impact. Their power came from confidence in form. The body became part of the architecture, framed rather than decorated.
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Creepy Circus Couture
In lieu of American Horror Story’s announcement that the upcoming season will be set in a 50’s circus we found some of our favorite/creepy/beautiful circus fashion editorials. Related articles Ryan Murphy Casts Washington Redskins for ‘American Horror Story: Freak Show’ 12 Evil Carnival Movies That Beat “American Horror Story” American Horror Story Circus Season 4 ‘American Horror Story’ Season 4 cast weighs in on ‘Freak Show’ theme
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Chanel Haute Couture SS 2014
When you think of classic and high fashion, Chanel always comes to mind. This season displayed once again their staple tweed fabrics with very beautifully structured feminine outfits in light varieties of pastels. There was a strong athletic feel to the whole collection due to glammed up silver knee pads and fanny packs. I would describe the whole thing as rich sports pixie?But the one thing that demanded most attention would have to be the footwear the models were rocking. They weren’t the usual high fashion impossible heels to walk in, they were actually the complete opposite. Sneakers! The sporty/glitzy shoe wear was provided by couture shoemaker Massaro they were…
