Nouveau New Look

As seen in the post below, Posh sports a pair of sexy heels on the front cover of Elle Magazine. Well, these bad boys (or naughty ladies) are the Dior Guepiere Heels.

Modelled after the delicate boning used in the waist cincher-a sort of corset-to establish the Dior "New Look," which basically accentuates the waist, these shoes are the definition of sugar and spice.

Here's a little FYI: In the 1940s, Harper's Bazaar editor-in-chief, Carmel Snow, exclaimed "It's such a New Look!" when reviewing the Spring/Summer collection. The signature shape was characterized by a below-mid-calf length, full-skirt, large bust and most importantly, small waist. So there...the more you know!

Magnifique

Dedicated to Lindsay - Bon Voyage!

Christian Dior Fall 2009

I've always had a love affair with anything Christian Dior. From Hedi Slimane for Dior Homme (and presently Kris van Assche) to John Galliano as head designer- Dior can do no wrong in my humble eyes.

For Fall 2009, Galliano infuses 1920s flapper-inspired styling with cocooning and finally adding a dollop of textures and colours ripe from the spice route. Harem pants, sheer chiffon, luxe silks and satins all collide to remain cohesive and very desirably accessible.

John Galliano showing these girls how it's done.