?France may be struggling with their economic woes, but the fashion industry is bigger and better than ever. Critics claim this tres chic fashion show featuring the pieces of debatably the top 4 designers will be the show of the year.  Featuring top names like, Versace, Christian Dior,  Chanel, and Armani Prive, this show is sure to turn some heads for Haute Couture Week. For those of you who don’t know, haute couture is presented only in Paris, and to design houses that produce extremely over priced and custom made garments.

The long overdue return of Donatella Versace proved to be as lavish as everyone expected.  Decked out from head to toe in glitz and glam, the designer did not disappoint.  The clothes presented were of “pure Grecian drama.”  There were bright colors, bold patterns, and amazing twists on the old classics.

Dior has stepped its game up for the new collection as well. Stand in designer Bill Gaytten received much more praise that last season’s show.   Floaty silk gowns were subtle, but classic, and proved to be a hit.

Armani Prive, the new collection from Giorgio Armani. The heavy music went along perfectly with the bold shapes and lines. Of all 44 pieces, the crowd went wild for the last piece, a dramatic and restrictive mermaid dress dripping in crystals. The hype could have been over the model who tripped down the run way…

Chanel’s luxurious spring/summer collection proved to be most dramatic, in the best way possible. As guests approached the run way they realized they were walking into a life size jumbo jet. Complete with retro luggage lockers and a champagne trolley.  Old schoolair hostess trotted around with signature Chanel skirts had a 60’s feel to it. Despite the throwback, Chanel won the praises of all the fashion critics,  tres chic!