Rippchen & Kraut III

1. Cristóbal Balenciaga circa 1967
2. Marios Schwab Fall/Winter 2012
3. Valentino Fall/Winter 2012
4. Givenchy Fall/Winter 2012

My German heart feels pleased when memories of the dirndl appear. As abstract garment sculptures, laced leather versions, sexualized negligée dresses, hyper-embellished folklore costumes.
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Now & Then II

Valentino Fall/Winter 2011

Who knew the house of Valentino still does nice menswear? Pearl necklaces and cow hide jackets replaced by fur lined cardigans and utterly adorable leather brogues. Let them have it!
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Revision

Valentino Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2010

Just a few hours ago I confessed that I don't have mental access to the concept of Haute Couture. This being said, everything turned around when I saw Valentino. It is nothing but brilliant. And this should be the benchmark for all HC collections.
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Image credits Catwalking

Hyperbole

Valentino Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2009

The most beautiful Haute Couture collection. Soft, fragile and feminine. Each and every look dark and strong. The superelevation of shape and indicated nudity. Multiplied, highly romantic details that appear tamed, always delicate.
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Kitten Love XIII

Valentino Fall/Winter 2004

Gisèle Bündchen and Mario Testino, marble and leopard, an exquisit combination.
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A Discourse: The 90s Woman Pt.IV

Advertisment Valentino 1995
Photographer Herb Ritts
Magazine American Elle, Italian Vogue

The 90s woman enjoys life. May it be an expensive designer dress or a nice little three-way. Yes it's decadent. But why should she neglect an opportunity?
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