Christian Lacroix: A Dramatic Ode To Fine Museums
By: Mari Davis & Michelle Taylor
Photos by FW

PARIS, Jul 8, 2005/ FW/ --- Power and passion run throughout Christian Lacroix’s most recent Haute Couture collection where he is inspired by fervor of the Spanish woman and the delicacy and perfection of snow.

From floral to the faultless use of fur, Lacroix’s wardrobe is perfumed by elegance, where sleeves flow, powder white breasts are accentuated and the feminine silhouette is at its finest.

Lace overlays merge with ribbon and print, tiers and ruffles pitter-patter down skirts and dresses and the color palette is as exuberant as Lacroix himself.

Sleeves peek from under Spanish edged and detailed jackets matched with neat tailored skirts or flattering trousers that flare from the knee for daywear where the sparkle comes from uncomplicated natural ladylike grace.

Ostrich feathers fit like a duck to water as dramatic ruby lipped princesses become femininely shy only to be admired in search of their prince charming.

Fairytale print and a play on proportioned volume make Lacroix one of the true Lords of Couture as the eye meanders around the entire look before stopping only to gaze at the supreme craftsmanship.

Art and spirit become one in this dramatic ode to fine museums and painters who gathered light and froze it on canvas so as to give the gift of ultimate elation to the observer.

Christian Lacroix

Christian Lacroix

Christian Lacroix

Christian Lacroix