Couture Fall 09: Jean Paul Gaultier

Never thought I'd say this.. But my fave things from the Fall Couture shows this year was the tricked out overalls by Jean Paul Gaultier in his homage to Old Hollywood and the golden age of film- Croc skin, gold sequins - hello!!!! Paired with intense furs and sexy sideswept waves? Yes please! This has only made me need overalls/dungarees even MORE - alas Trademe has not provided (not impressed) shall have to use my little feet to have a big search, Pity I wont be able to find any to remotely rival these babies.

That geometric gold piece is the best possible mash up between retro sex kitten and retro futuristic origami. Top marks.

I would die for the fur edged gold dressing gown/coat that Poly got to wear - even she looks like its heavenly soft. More retro futurism in centre - this time playing with a strong deco vibe.
And I'm not gonna lie, I always love a matelot stripe and a sailor hat.

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PFW: Jean Paul Gaultier, Haider Ackermann

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER

Love these two looks from the Gaultier collection. Amazing details on the first; studded jacket, fringed pants - slick and black. Really love the look Tallulah is sporting ont he right. For some reason I always love flashes of visible nude underwear (partly sexy but also very functional underwear - creates an almost humorous contrast). I like how the massive rich fur is thrown over basics (and pretty much underwear) - very Edie. And I die for thosel laser cut boots (reminiscent of the fantastic leggings from Rodarte's Spring 09 collection). Its such an amazing technique - Australian designer Dion Lee uses it alot too (this guy blows my mind, will def be posting on him soon).

HAIDER ACKERMANN

The collection from Haider Ackermann is insane. Zip fronted pants make legs go on forever. Stunning gold fringed scarves.
There were some amazing metallic pieces; the jacket fabric of the jacket really shows of its folds and layers. I covet that chainmail-like top on the right (it can go on the same In-My-Dreams wishlist as these).
I love a long skirt when it's done well. These are gorgeous, and lifted to another level by the pieces they are teamed with; soft, architecturally draped leather jackets, fringed and embellished scarves.

Source: Style.com