Imagine a collection where the pieces are so translucent that you could see right through, you may say that’s unthinkable, but I’d say that’s Dior.  Lingerie was on the agenda in Paris, and the slip has made a definite come back.  The sheer fabrics did just what they were supposed to on the runway, they shocked and awed.  The Hollywood inspired collection was not only beautiful, but desirable.  Yes, it was a runway of Hollywood sirens, from the well coifed hair to the ruby red lips.  It would take a pretty daring woman to don some of those pieces as is; let’s hope linings will be placed in them by the time they reach the stores.  I’m just saying!

Balmain wowed us with a collection that appeared to be inspired by the Roman army for spring 2010.  The first thought upon seeing the models on the runway was of Mark Antony, of Cleopatra not Jennifer Lopez.  Some of the looks reminded me of the protective metal suits worn by the Roman military; they were shiny and festive in metallics of gold, pewter, and rust.  The metallics were paired with leather and that made for an explosion on the runway.  It was so explosive that most of the looks were torn and tattered, but in the most stylish manner.  One of the best thing about fashion is that it is subject to interpretation, and this collection really got us thinking.  It is a youthful and rocking collection.  Who wouldn’t want to be a Balmain girl come spring?