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The dress must follow

the body of a woman,

not he body following the shape

of the dress.  Hubert de Givenchy

Audrey Hepburn in Givenchy via belle vivir blog

This is one of the most beautiful images of Audrey Hepburn dressed in a Givenchy gown.  Hubert de Givenchy passed away on Monday at the age of 91 as most would know by now.  Although he dressed many fashion icons as Jackeline Kennedy Onasis and Grace Kelly along with others, it was his friendship with Audrey Hepburn, his muse that helped him shine brighter.  Their friendship and constant collaboration seemed to originate from a genuine friendship which both enjoyed and cherished.  Unlike today where most collaborations are mainly financially motivated.  Many of gowns Hubert de Givenchy designed for Hepburn were on display in 2016, at Gemeentemuseum in The Hague, a city in Netherlands in a retrospective called “To Audrey With Love.”  To read more about this bona fide friendship between the designer and his muse go here.

And nothing makes fashion more interesting than when it’s linked to Museums and The Arts.  Musee des Arts Decoratives, the second oldest museum in Paris, is known for its exhibitions of fashion, arts and design.  In January the museum changed its name to find out more go here.

I can’t wait for the movie of the most magical love story of this time to come out on May 13, just a few days before their wedding on May 19.  The love story behind Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, Harry & Meghan: A Royal Romance .  I can’t wait to watch it.  To get to know who is going to play the fairy-tail couple go here.

Experiences are heightened when every detail is taken under consideration, especially when it’s associated to something that can be so uplifting and inspiring as a ballet performance.  Erdem created the costumes for London Royal Ballet and you can see images of the romantic result here.

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Social platforms have changed the way we live and communicate forever.  Now everyone can be part, albeit virtually, of what things look like backstage.  I relish on these behind the scene access whilst getting a sense of the anticipation, excitement and rush, amid all the beautiful fashion that commonly leads to every important event.  I also love how the images conjure a more artistic tone.

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows Christian Dior quote via belle vivir blog

Below, Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring 2018 Show where black and white were the main two colors of the collection.  The collection was simply breath taking.  I prefer when the Haute Couture Runways take a more pragmatic approach to the way of dressing as opposed to an over the top one that is far from reality.  Christian Dior new creative director is Maria Grazia Chiuri, the house’s first woman Creative Director.

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows Christian Dior haute couture via belle vivir blog

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows Dior haute couture via belle vivir blog

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows Dior haute couture via belle vivir blog

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows Dior haute couture via belle vivir blog

Giambattista Valli Haute Couture Spring 2018 was spectacular.  Known for his glamorous party dresses that channel modern princesses, Valli presented a collection beautifully feminine and chic.

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows giambattista valli haute couture via belle vivir blog

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows giambattista valli haute couture via belle vivir blog

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows giambattista valli haute couture via belle vivir blog

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows giambattista valli haute couture via belle vivir blog

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows giambattista valli haute couture via belle vivir blog

Last but not least Givenchy with its new Creative Director, Clare Waight Keller at the helm.   Keller took inspiration from the structure and graphism that characterized Huber de Givenchy and interpreted them in a modern way by adding tight jackets and structural blazers over night shimmery gowns.

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows givenchy haute couture via belle vivir blog

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows givenchy haute couture via belle vivir blog

backstage Paris Spring 18 Couture Shows givenchy haute couture via belle vivir blog

All images via Vogue

 

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The Chanel Haute Couture Spring 2018 show on Tuesday made it difficult for those who love beauty, a.k.a. you and I, to decide what was more beautiful… the setting or the fashion. The show took place at the Grand Palais and the decoration was inspired by French Formal Gardens.  A spectacular and delightful setting with English roses climbing trellis and pergolas, sandy pathways and a charming fountain. The fashion was as beautiful as always.
Chanel Houte Couture Spring 2018 chanel quotes via belle vivir Interior design blog

Chanel Haute Couture Spring 2018 via belle vivir interior design blog

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Chanel Haute Couture Spring 2018 via belle vivir interior design blog

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Chanel Haute Couture Spring 2018 via belle vivir interior design blog

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Chanel Haute Couture spring 2018 via belle vivir interior design blog

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Chanel Haute Couture spring 2018 via belle vivir interior design blog

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Chanel Haute Couture spring 2018 via belle vivir interior design blog

Chanel Haute Couture spring 2018 via belle vivir interior design blog

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Chanel Haute Couture spring 2018 via belle vivir interior design blog

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Chanel Haute Couture spring 2018 via belle vivir interior design blog

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