Just Briefly

Alas the shows are over and it is time to comb through the footage to see what we think of the efforts of the many designers who braved the economy and put collections on the runways around the world. This is a very short post to speak to one particular fashion house that is missing this coming season. We are sad to say that Christian LaCroix did not show.

I know that there are some who are thinking to themselves that it wasn't a label that was to their liking. However, the problem is that it is one less label out there and it further restricts the choices women have in 'getting dressed'. I was not a fan of his women's' line but he had some great ties and a couple of years ago, while in Paris I bought some of those great ties for my father and brothers. Just the other day, my brother mentioned that he would love to get a couple more Christian LaCroix ties. I didn't have the heart to tell him that it would be a while, if ever.

So - - - here's hoping that somehow Mr. LaCroix finds a way to bring his fashion label back and gives us all many thrills in one of the coming seasons. I think that we should all send positive energy to every single designer. It is going to be a little more time before the chill is off of the industry and the wallets of shoppers begin to thaw.

Until that time, let's keep buying what we can. I am not suggesting purchasing for the sake of consuming. I am talking about going ahead and buying that incredible bag, or that pair of shoes, or those killer gloves. If you need a winter coat there are some great ones out there and the prices are pretty good. Just make sure that everything you purchase has a real place in your closet and it adds something positive to your wardrobe.

So I will be making those assessments. Right now I just wanted to say that I am a bit sad that Christian LaCroix was forced to sit this one out. I for one would love to see him back on the scene. Here's hoping for March 2010.

a la prochaine

Debra