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Lollipops Paris

Love this French brand. So cute. Check out the laptop bags and purses.

www.lollipopsparis.fr

 

 

Raphaelle H'Limi

Raphaelle H'Limi studied in Italy at Emilio Pucci. She's definitely got this mod thing going on in her collections. It's fun, but quirky and ultimately wearable.

Check it out!

Raphaelle H'Limi Collection

A Fresh Look With Cop Copine

I love the French design houses. Cop Copine this winter had some cute dresses that are fantastic transition pieces into Spring. Also, the Summer it's Rome again. I guess Rome is the place to be.

- Denise

http://www.cop-copine.com/

Salvatore Ferragamo's Roman Holiday

The Italian influence is definitely being played up in French fashion this Spring. And Salvatore Ferragamo's Spring 2012 is colorful! I guess the key is playing up the color with some confidence by finding your favorite colors. I like the prints. However, I think a little goes along way.

- Denise

 

Photos from Salvatore Ferragamo Style.Com

Carven's Simple Elegance

Carven is a funky fresh Paris fashion house that totally inspires me with their off-the-shoulder looks. I'm loving the last few seasons - with the off-the-shoulder style. I haven't found the right dress yet...it just adds a certain je ne sais quois - casual but very confident.

- Denise

  

Carven

Le Look - Denim's Always It

Photo from Do It Paris.

So I love my jeans! I don't know what I'd do without that fashion invention. I love to dress them up. I love to just put on a t-shirt and hang out. With the "Dolce Vita" Italian style ramping up the fashion runways and splashing across Paris streets - I decided to check out Italian Fashion House Liu Jo. Their jean collection is just hot! I love the look. I think the key to wearing jeans is your butt. I mean I think that's the trick. No matter where you get the jeans from. If your butt doesn't look good, it all falls apart from there.  Spring is upon us. It's time to get some new jeans, peeps!

Even Gap was inspired with the Italian denim look of Liu Jo.

 

Liu Jo

Dolce and Gabbana - Italian Flava

The look taking Paris by storm this season is a decidely very Italian one. Think Sophia Loren and you'll get it. Very femme fatale. When you've got it...you've got it. Dresses, heels, perfect accessories.  C'est tout. 

Photo from Zimbio.com

 

 

Dolce and Gabbana

Stephane Rolland - Fashion's Architect

I love beautifully tailored dresses. I think it's all in a cut whether it's off-the-shoulder or assymetrical skirts. I think it just makes for interesting clothes and Stephane Rolland's latest collection is right up my alley. I'm also really exploring adding bold colors to my wardrobe minus the prints. Add a beautiful necklace. And it's just beauty in the simplicity. Very graphic designy and elegant.

- Denise

Photos from L'Express Styles

Sessun - Latin American Style Finds Its Way to Paris

Cool little bio below on Sessun's founder, Emma Francois. I love the bold and beautiful colors and graphic design. The label got started catering to artists at music festivals. Sessun is based in Marseilles.

Here's to sunny days!

- Denise

 

It all started with a trip to Latin America. Emma Francois was 22 and studying economic anthropology when she first visited South America and fell passionately in love with its stunning culture and craftsmanship. The right materials and expertise were to follow. When she came back to Paris, she found herself designing small items in crochet and pure wool, made entirely by craftspeople in the Latin mountains.

The raw materials worked well with the feminine shapes inspired by a familiar urban culture, and the combination was seductive. People loved the idea, and she decided to set her books aside and devote herself full time to the new venture. Sessun was created at the end of 1995. A turning point came in 1998.

 

Sessun Collection

Balmain's Groovy, Laid-Back Style - Spring 2012

Balmain's Spring 2012 collection is really intriguing. I love the bold, geometric design and detail. From Elle.com