Stella, Strella, Stella

Breaking the Silence

Now that the hype is gone it is time to settle in and take a really good look at the runway shows for Fall 2010. We are going to bounce back and forth across the Pond as we do this in order to do a bit of compare and contrast. Besides, spring is in the stores and before you know it pre-fall will be rolling in and then the big stuff that was just on the runways. So settle in and enjoy the ride.

I have been looking at the shows and Stella McCartney has hit a home run for me. The entire collection is classic Stella. The lines are clean. The silhouettes are clean. Most importantly, these are clothes that women can wear and feel really good about themselves. From the great pants and sweaters to the suits to the fantastic outerwear there is something for every one.

I know that some think that the British designer’s are boring and that Fashion Week London is not the place but I do not agree. There are some incredible British designers and Stella is a great example.

There is a wonderful grey cardigan that can be worn as a dress or a tunic over a pair of skinny jeans. You can even accessorize it and jewel it up to become a great piece for a casual cocktail party. Given the times and the way clients who purchase at this price point invest, it is great piece.

There is also a wonderful winter white coat that is to die for. Okay you may keep your dry cleaning establishment busy but for me it would be worth the frequent cleaning points. It is classic it is timeless and it is going to be in style twenty years from now.

There is color there is texture and there is versatility. What more could you want from you local clothier? Get them to run to the showroom and place an order.

Okay some of the evening wear was not to my liking, but that is because it would look out of place on a woman my age. However, if I were young and fearless and ready to get out there and show the world how fabulous I was, I’d hit the orange number or maybe even one of those lovely two-toned numbers. I am not sure I would be brave enough to do sheer at any age but if you are and you have some fabulous La Perla lingerie then go for it.

a la prochaine

Debra