Paris recently showed their Fall 2009 Haute Couture shows and hands down Christian Dior was my favorite.  Classic 1940s feel with bright colors and fabulous detailing.  Dior showed breathtaking jackets that were matched with undergarments, and large richly colored (and mostly feathered) hats were matched with equally bright suits made for the woman who is confident and in-charge.  Valentino presented clothes filled with lace and feathers, but the shoes were more memorable than the clothes themselves.  Jean-Paul Gaultier showed many suits I would  place under work wear for the modern CEO, and Armani Prive sent one gorgeous gown after another down the runway.  Major disappointment this season: Elie Saab, an endless number of white dresses, nothing too creative, but no doubt they will be seen on many red carpets.

All photos courtesy of style.com

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I am saving my money for a new laptop and a new digital camera.  Oh yeah, and for just day to day living.  But I still crave luxury good items.  Hmm, maybe I can sneak them in my budget somehow. 

For the 1st edition of If I WORE A Rich Girl I have included 3 pieces that I would definitely turn into statement pieces during the hot summer months.  I want the large Tom Ford “Marcella”" sunglasses, my Tiffany key pendant, and my large tote Chanel bag.  All this for almost $4000.

Maybe I should title this piece my post recession look.

images: Chanel.com, Cafe Fashionista, bloomingdale.com

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