More than One Look

With Fashion Week well under way it was Paris' turn take the fashion reigns and lead the fashion world on a journey of creativity for Paris Fashion Week Fall 2015.

Paris Runway

We start this week with Saint Laurent brought the Rock 'n Roll Princess idea to life a with leather jackets, slim-fit suits, party girl skirts and leather dresses with asymmetrical cuts which Isabel Marant also took inspiration from going the Rock 'n Roll route focused on high-waist looks, pleated skirts, lush sweaters. Elsewhere Louis Vuitton decided the future was wearable with futuristic details like puffy sleeves or metallic fabrics along with Rick Owens who followed suite with a signature dark palette and edgy-meets-futuristic aesthetic.

Kenzo unveiled sporty anoraks and over sized blanket capes while Miu Miu had their turn in the spotlight with colorful, kitschy and retro inspired looks but Chanel opted for more skirts and tops with decorative sleeves. Creative director Alexander Wang took a sculptural approach with Balenciaga with Cocoon coats, bubble-shaped skirts and wrap around skirts while another creative director, John Galliano, with his new position at Maison Margiela created a Strange & Beautiful look.

Chloé saw the 70's mash with the 90's with a bohemian fall collection along with Maison Margiela featured heavy make up and 70's inspired coats. Lastly, Valentino delivered a monochrome black-and-white patterned collection but set the standard for Fashion Week stunts when it closed the show with Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson playing their Zoolander characters Derek and Hansel much to the delight of the crowd.

Fashion World

Elsewhere in the world of fashion model of the moment, Cara Delevingne, lead the Topshop campaign with laid-back denim-on-denim, strappy black dress and retro printed shirts. We also saw the Brits taking over with models Georgia May Jagger, Cara Delevingne and Suki Waterhouse all gracing the April over of Vogue. With the release of the new Cinderella movie, Saks Fifth Avenue, teamed up with nine shoe designers to create their version of the iconic glass slipper. Speaking of movies, model Cara Delevingne made her acting debut in the movie "The Face of an Angel" while Karlie Kloss is rumored to appear in the next Zoolander.

Finally we end this week with a new exhibit opened this week called Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London with every fashionable A-Lister attending in droves.

Let the Fashion Weeks Begin

That time of year has rolled around again with designers descending on New York City with their latest wears to kick off the Fashion Week calender.

Designers

A year of fashion weeks started in New York City with every designer a fashion conscious individual could image. Inspired and diverse the collections made their way down the runway with Carolina Herrera making waves with a collection inspired by water while Rebecca Minkoff took inspiration from punk rock princess Patti Smith and Derek Lam who hopped on the 70's style bandwagon featured flared monochrome pantsuits, ribbed turtlenecks, and culottes. The 70's inspired many with Tommy Hilfiger's show taking place on a makeshift football field while Calvin Klein brought a version 70's sex appeal with manipulated leather and wool with patchwork and frayed details.

What would fashion week be without Diane Von Furstenberg who focused on Knitwear & Lingerie Stylings with Michael Kors embracing more masculine prints at the same time introducing feminine ruffles and gold accents. With the passing of it's name sake last year there were questions of it's future but the Oscar de la Renta powerhouse put all concerns to rest with a solid body of work anyone would be proud of. Vera Wang displayed a collection with a relaxed, almost pajama inspired shapes and sensual accents. However, it wasn't all plain sailing as Marc Jacobs showed with an offbeat, somewhat scary runway show in what resembled a derelict mansion with more crazy being brought in by Jeremy Scott in a psychedelic experience inspired by baby clothes and dolls.

DKNY had a mixture from ladylike dresses to sporty bombers while Banana Republic brought impeccable styling. The Lacoste show combined sport and luxury with Rag & Bone bringing lingerie worn in offbeat ways. Zimmerman brought femininity with pretty paisley prints, bold color-blocking, and major cut-outs while J.Crew had a solid collection with coats, bags and even a tuxedo onesie.

Celebrities

Of course celebrities made their way in droves to see the latest designs all clambering to be front an center with Sofia Coppola, Deborah Harry, Christina Ricci showing their support front row at Marc Jacobs show. But they weren't the only ones with Chrissy Teigen Susan Sarandon, Coco Rocha showing support for Donna Karen while Rihanna, Mary J. Blige, Uzo Aduba, Christina Hendricks showed the love for Zac Posen. Fashion icons in their own right, Blake Lively showed her support front row at Marchesa while Sieanna Miller appeared front row at Calvin Klein.

The old guard made news this week in fashion with Naomi Campbell holding a fashion show for a good cause on Valentines Day. Finally Cindy Crawford stole the headlines this week when untouched photo's of her appeared showing an honest view of women.

What Happened? 2014 Style News

Even with the world facing challenges in 2014 there was still time for beauty to lift the spirit.

Events

The world renowned Fall/Winter Fashion Weeks rolled into New York with everyone from Marc Jacobs and Ralph Lauren to Michael Kors and Calvin Klein. London Fashion Week had Tom Ford and Pam Hogg showing how it's done while Paris wasn't going to be outdone with Givenchy and more.

Later in the year New York kicked off the Spring/Summer Fashion Week with Rebecca Minkoff and Diane von Furstenburg to Derek Lam and Hugo Boss. London Fashion Week saw Mulberry, Topshop Unique and Marchesa show their wares while Paris took to the stage with Jean Paul Gaultier and Celine among others.

Elsewhere it was the sight of gorgeous amazonian beauties strutting the catwalk at the 2014 Victoria's Secret show that had heads turning in London for the first time. Still in Britain the British Fashion Awards celebrated British Beauties from designers to models.

Designers

Renowned designers dominated the fashion news with Jean Paul Gaultier ending his ready-to-rear line in a blaze of glory and John Galliano returning to the fashion world joining Maison Martin Margiela after his shameful exit in 2011 from Dior.

While some designers redefined their career's others left the fashion world with their legacy. The fashion world lost an icon when Oscar de la Renta passed away in October and in a tragic turn of events L'Wren Scott committed suicide in March.

Celebrities

What would the fashion world be without the rich and more importantly famous dressed to kill on the red carpet from the American Music Awards to the Emmys and the Billboard awards.

While some celebrities made news for their choice of attire others joined brands lending their considerable presence with Jennifer Lawrence with Dior to Julie Roberts and Givenchy campaigns even Maddona appeared in a Versace campaign.

What Happened? 2013 Style News

All the beautiful people were out strutting their stuff leaving tongues wagging and credit cards itching.

Fashion Weeks and Events

New York Fashion Week featured all the big names from Michael Kors to Betsy Jonson. Being New York the crazy creations had to make an appearance and so they did.

Milan Fashion Week brought the likes of Prada, Jil Sanders and of course Armani. Like moths to a flame the celebrities descending on Milan.

London Fashion Week brightened the English weather with Jonathan Saunders, Burberry Prorsum and Topshop Unique. Unfortunately Mulberry had to bow out as they continue to search for a creative director.

With Paris Fashion Week came the end of "Fashion Month" showcasing Valentino, Givenchy, Chanel and more. After the show it was announced that Marc Jacobs would be leaving Louis Vuitton after 16 years.

Victoria's Secret was another over the top affair with gorgeous models strutting down the runway with pop stars like Taylor Swift serenading them.

Other notable events included designers letting loose with Roberto Cavalli claiming Michael Kors copies him. And after some disastrous PR Lululemon chairman, Chip Wilson, stepping down after his comments regarding the companies yoga pants "rubbing situation".

Models

They're paid to look beautiful and that's what they did. Victoria’s Secret Angel Candice Swanepoel won the honour of wearing the years most expensive bra valued at $10 million.

The long legged Karlie Kloss may have the world at her feet but it seems even with all the covers and Victoria Secret Angel title it's hard when you're "too famous".

Miranda Kerr had drama in her personal and professional life with rumour's of a split with her and hubby Orlando Bloom as well as not appearing in the 2013 Victoria's Secret show.

Jessica Hart made headlines after comments she made about Taylor Swift's performance at the Victoria Secret show with rumour's saying she had been fired only to be denied later.

However, Cara Delevingne was the model of the moment grabbing the spotlight taking the title of top model of 2013.

Celebrities

Not content entertaining the world celebrities took it one step further making it all look glamorous. The always fashion forward Victoria Beckham topped the list of most pinned on Pinterest.

Jennifer Lawrence continued her charm onslaught with blockbusters under her belt she also snagged a few covers, even if there was some controversy with said covers.

Kate Bosworth collaborated with Top Shop on a second collection everyone had been waiting for.

Lily Collins famous brows made it on to Lancome campaign as a pretty pink French ballerina.

The ravishing redhead, Jessica Chastain, appeared on the December Vogue cover and landed an endorsement deal with YSL Beauty. 

Fashionable Beyonce ended the year in thigh high boots and a figure hugging black dress.

Our pick of Paris Fashion Week's best

Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2014 is over. With all the big names from Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent, Jean Paul Gaultier and more below are our favourites.

More McCartney hits

 

Stella McCartney latest spring/summer collection is light a airy with subtle flesh and muted colours.

Isabel thrills with frills

Isabel Marant brought femininity to the runway with frilly tops for a more romantic feel.

Lagerfeld shines in his shades

Black and White dominated Karl's spring/summer collection with splashes of colour to bring out the rock attitude.

Who were your favourite designers?