Sexy Sophisticate [Emilio Pucci Fall 2012]

Creative Director Peter Dundas, sexes things up at Emilio Pucci for Fall. His big ideas this season (sheer slashes and menswear inspired tailoring) weren't particularly new concepts, but Dundas executed them perfectly. He opened the show with a series of black shifts with strategically placed sheer panels. The sheer and opaque contrast continued with some crocodile embossed leather pieces outfitted with sheer sleeves appliquéd with crocodile scales. He transitioned with some pale blue looks, that while beautiful, didn't prove cohesive. The best pieces, however, were in the closer. A black halter gown and blazer modeled by Joan Smalls was the epitome of chic.

America's Choice [Thom Browne Pre-Fall 2013

Designer Thom Browne is best known for extreme silhouettes, and colorful runway shows, but after today he will be known as the designer behind FLOTUS Michelle Obama's Inauguration ensemble. The First Lady wore a custom coat from Browne's surprisingly wearable Pre-Fall collection. The ensuing press coverage couldn't have come at a better time for the designer. His Pre-Fall showing was a tempered affair. The silhouette was trimmed down to normal proportions with sharp shoulders, cinched waists and full skirts. He mixed things up with texture and pattern, using various scales of gingham, tweed and houndstooth often in a single garment. The A-line skirt in the first look is a good example. Browne also put his experience from collaborating with Moncler to good use crafting some exceptional outerwear pieces. The double breasted coat in navy with fur collar is perfection. With such a commercially geared collection, I imagine Mr. Browne will see the desired traction at retail. 

FLOTUS [Michelle Obama x Thom Browne]

First Lady Michelle Obama's wardrobe for the 57th Presidential Inauguration has been a much talked about topic. At President Obama's ceremonial swearing into office, the First Lady wore a custom Thom Browne coat and dress. She accessorized her look with a jeweled belt, plum gloves and nude kitten heels (not pictured) all by J. Crew. Michelle swapped her kitten heels and coat for suede boots and teal cardigan (also not pictured) by Reed Krakoff for lunch.

I Have A DREAM [Beyoncé & JAY-Z]

The first family of hip-hop arrives to the 57th Presidential Inauguration. JAY-Z is wearing Tom Ford and Beyoncé is wearing an Emilio Pucci gown, Christian Dior coat and Lorraine Schwartz jewels; a bit over dressed for the occasion, but they sure look good. Happy MLK!

"I do this for my culture."

My President is Black [Givenchy]

Celebrate President Obama's inauguration with Givenchy's flag-print cotton jersey T-shirt. Originally priced at $475 (but now on sale for $237.50), life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness apparently come with a hefty price tag. 

BAD RELIGION [LANVIN]

Alber Elbaz takes Lanvin to church with some divine re-imaginings of the iconic crucifix. And people say fashion is a godless industry.

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