The Style Sample » couture http://thestylesample.com A fashion, marketing, design, and social media blog. Because I said so. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:11:51 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Shop the Couture http://thestylesample.com/2009/07/13/shop-the-couture/ http://thestylesample.com/2009/07/13/shop-the-couture/#comments Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:35:19 +0000 tamia http://thestylesample.com/?p=780 The seriously downsized haute couture presentations took place in Paris last week, and though the mood was somewhat somber due to the precarious financial situation at Christian Lacroix, designers still managed to put on the glamour.

I’ve included some of my favorite looks and done the “research” on standout pieces to incorporate into your current wardrobe. You can thank me later. With cash.


1.Kundan Jewelry set, Fusion Jewels (yes, I’m still into it) 2. Sheer inset bodysuit, American Apparel


3. Lace inset thigh high stockings, Free People 4. Ruffled shrug, Forever21 5. Lace tights, Urban Outfitters

6. Convertible boots  7. Lace top, Free People

Images: Style.com, Jak+Jil

Did you have any favorites from this season’s haute couture collections? What do you think will happen to Lacroix?

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