Christian Lacroix forever...













Every beginning of a new season I like browsing designers' sites to get inspired. Etro, Oscar de la Renta, Chanel, Gucci, Marni are some of them. This year what makes me really sad is the fact that Christian Lacroix Fall collection 2009 was apparently the final. The French designer filed for bankruptcy due to the economic downturn. His last show was presented in July. I still hope that he will be able to attract investors. It is really sad when a legendary designer such as Lacroix closes doors.
It maybe is another proof that fashion is not contemporary art but industry...







Δύσκολοι καιροί για πρίγκιπες...


(photos: nymag.com, spring collection 2003, spring collection 2008, fall collection 2009, pre fall 2009)

21 comments:

Couture Carrie said...

Ah, yes... one of the most brilliant couturiers in the world. Love all these looks you have chosen, especially the fanciful colorful ones from last year!

xoxox,
CC

Sophie said...

I can see how these would inspire you! These pieces are gorgeous, how amazing are the 2nd and 4th dresses!?!xo
teacups-and-saucers.blogspot.com

Κατερίνα said...

to diavasa k exw tixaia gia tin xreokopia.....krima afou einai k apo tous palioterous sto xwro!!!!

xx

Anonymous said...

Δεν θα είχα αντίρηση να φορέσω μερικά από αυτά τα φορεματάκια! Επίσης θα ήθελα να δω τη γατούλα σου!

Keith said...

These are stunning. So sorry to hear about Lacroix's problems. That's such a shame.

Frank&Rémy said...

God bless Christian, his creations are just to amazing! I want my future wife to only wear Christan clothing.

Giovanna said...

Lacroix = Genius
His creations are so inspiring and they're true art!
So sad for his finantial situation.
xo
Giovanna
www.bohomarket.blogspot.com

Pink Links said...

Great photos. Real art!

xoxo

BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

Such a shame. So many gorgeous pieces!

Elaine said...

These are all so amazing and inspirational! That is very sad that Lacroix is closing.... If it were only consdiered an art instead of business!
clothedmuch.blogspot.com

Unknown said...

the collection is great! lovely and breath-taking

xx

miriam (Björn Borg) said...

so many great patterns, am i sucker for colour and graphics!

erika sorocco said...

This has depressed me ever since I first heard about it. Lovely tribute though - you featured some of the most divine looks from the collection! :)

Ela said...

He is a legend, it is so sad. Such stunning pieces.

Happy weekend, dear!

Penny said...

I hadnt heard about Lacroix closing down..just read it here!Some dresses are really impressive!

Eva said...

I'm sad, he was one of my favorites.

Couture Carrie said...

P.S. I won something? I am so excited!

xoxox,
CC

Anonymous said...

He is amazing!

Amelia said...

The prints on the dresses in pictures 2-4 are just gorgeous! Nice selection of pictures :)

Glayki said...

πράγματι..δυσκολοι καιροί!Δυστυχώς!

UnoCosa said...

definitely one of my fave designer ...

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