Thursday, June 19

to DIE for, vol. 2

And here I am again. Let’s resume and put an end to the S/S’08 dress special.
Following my habit of picking up my three favourite dresses, I chose the following. First, Versace’s surprisingly tasteful sky-blue gown. And I say surprisingly because if there is something Donatella usually lacks that is taste, which is the reason for my doubting her involvement in the collection. Next is Donna Karan’s pale pink dress. The beauty of it lays in the draped front and in the ingenious triangular black straps. The futuristic wrap-up dress with beading details by Marc Jacobs is my third favourite pick.
Looking at the rest of the list we find Oscar de la Renta’s blinding dress, where a flowery ingredient is brought it by a sort of see-thru cut-play. Right next to it is Celine’s über-cute dress. The cut, the neck and the penguins make it perfect for a shopping day in town. Tory Burch combines Diane Von Furstemberg’s S/S idea with bold colours, a very fun and playful choice.
However, this summer is time for maxi-dresses and it seems only obvious when looking at these collections. Consuelo Casteglioni’s refreshing touch at Valentino’s has provided very elegant dresses such as the one above in pale pink. Cavalli’s Cruise collection was remarkably good and very him, which is not a usual combination. He has managed to get quite a lot things going on in a dress without letting it go over-the-top. Now, when talking maxi, Carolina Herrera is also well experienced. I am very fond of that sofa-like print; it is just so east coast elegant.
The last set of dresses includes Philip Lim’s perfect approach to boho chic in a colour for all seasons; a bright blue Yigal Azrouël draped like a venetian curtain and calling out for attention; and a Jonathan Saunders' arty colour-craze.
Your thoughts?
[Pictures credit: Style.com]

I’m off.

12 comments:

WendyB said...

There's something I like about that Saunders dress.

Times of Glory said...

Hello, I came across your super duper stylish blog and it look really cool! "To DIE for" posts pick up all the crucial dress out, sharply!

Oscar de la Renta has its classic shape with the new twisted cut-outs! Valention is just as elegant as ever! I like Saunders pattern, rich rich watershed!

Really enjoy reading your post xx

Rebecca, The Clothes Horse said...

Nice picks. Saunders was one of my favorite collections--but the shorter dresses and the ones with the interest hems.

Coco's Tea Party said...

You have very vey good taste, I would wear pretty much all of these dresses! And I love the Versace!

Cory K. said...

This is a great post. You have very good taste, But my favorite is Celine's. The cut of the neck, design, and the simpleness of it appeals to me.

Winnie said...

I love the colour and drape of the Donna Karan dress. Also the colour on the Yigal Azrouël is so amazingly vivid. Such great picks!

CRISTA said...

WOW!! Great picks!! I would wear every single one of these dresses! ... Maybe except the Jonathan Saunders .. but if it were a mini dress I'd totally wear it!!!

I love your blog!!!

Héloïse J. said...

i luv lim's colection. + this hudson's outfit is simply gorgz! i adore the scarf <3

Ray TETAUIRA said...

the pink versace dress looks so balenciaga !! it's so lovely
good good post inaki
but when will we get time to talk ?

aizat.cinta.goddess said...

i love the pale dress by donna karan..it is so lovely

hila said...

ooh, so much eye-candy. I love the Valentino dress the best - so feminine.

riz said...

YOU HAVE GREAT TASTE!

and yes, Donatella is surprising me as well these days...