lacroix l'amour

i'm addicted to couture this season. there is no doubt that i am needing some hardcore fantastical, fresh fashion to be inspired by, and, lucky for me, christian lacroix woke up one morning and said, "i will now make a couture collection entirely for amanda marie aldinger." thank god he's such a sensational designer because, he did, and i love it. love it love it love it.

the fact that the first four looks were heavy winter coats just slays me. i am happiest in coats and tights and layers and the color black and this collection embodies all of that ten thousand fold. his clothing is chic and classic, yet so delightfully playful and smart. the proportions, the structure...every piece is a work of art, and his collection is far and above my favorite thus far. despite the fact that his company is facing bankruptcy, lacroix has succeeded masterfully.