Givenchy FW 2010

Givenchy has yet to reclaim that stroke of genius that was displayed during its Fall 2009 runway show but what they've retained and always shown is that Givenchy has a message within their design and they are at the forefront of fashion when it comes to model castings. Aesthetically speaking, the designs are a bit basic. Suits, classic shirts and leather pieces. What sets them slightly apart from other basics are the subtle details in the construction (a few asymmetrical cuts and layered, holey pants), the Christian inspiration (the Jesus shirt and the golden nettles) and, of course, the skirts (LOVE it!). But what's most intruiging are the models. No other brand gives you such a diverse and stunning cast of male models and they always deliver edge and beauty.

Jean Paul Gaultier FW 2010

For Jean Paul Gaultier's latest fall collection the legendary designer pulled inspiration from the world of boxing in the most violent, dramatic and beautiful kind of way. Blending soft with hard Gaultier threw a fashion show complete with a boxing ring, fighters, as well as bruised and bloodied models. Gaultier uses construction and color to his advantage to create eye catching combinations of leather, boots, knitting and ridged pieces that are definite knockout without being to literal or over the top. The few drawbacks are his loudly colored muscle print shirts and ties that distract from the beauty of the other pieces. Despite these missteps Gaultier still knows how to hit fans of fashion with a 1, 2 combo of edgy and inspired style. Gloves and hats off to the bad boy of French fashion.





























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