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By Zaid Taji Farouki

My Picks From Zara Men

So now that fashion week has ended I can actually go back to talking about men’s and women’s fashion rather than just concentrating on the women’s runway shows. So today I actually checked out Zara’s online store to take a glimpse of what I want to buy for Fall. I found four pieces that I liked, a crossover cardigan, cable knit trousers, harem pants, and a tuxedo collar sweater. I hope you like them! 

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All photos were taken from Zara.com 

  

Paris Fashion Week/ Elie Saab

These are my favorite pieces from Elie Saab’s collection.

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All photo above were taken by Marcus Tondo/Gorunway.com

Paris Fashion Week/ Alexander McQueen

The ability to intertwine fashion and art to produce a wearable avant-garde garment is a talent only achieved by a few brands and designers. The visionaries of McQueen have that ability! Here are my favorite pieces from the collection. 

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All photos above were taken by Yannis Valmos/Gorunway.com 

Paris Fashion Week/ Valentino

This is what I love about Paris Fashion Week, we can barely take a breath before another amazing collection is previewed. Here is Valentino’s collection, and a usual here are my favorite pieces: 

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All photos above were taken by Yannis Vlamos/Gorunway.com

Paris Fashion Week/ Chanel

Dear Coco and Karl, 

I would never want to imagine a world without your mastery of fashion. You have been so good to us. 

Sincerely,

Zaidd’or

 

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All photos above were taken by Yannis Valmos/Gorunway.com 

London/ Tom Ford

Tom Ford previewed his collection yesterday in London to a small group of people. Using The 60’s as an inspiration,  the collection is flawless!

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All photos above are from Tom Ford

Paris Fashion Week/ Saint Laurent

A few months ago the whole world heard the news about Hedi Slimane’s rebranding efforts to change the name from Yves Saint Laurent to Saint Laurent, many people were frustrated with such an idea due to how iconic it is. Today Hedi Slimane showed his collection, and it was The Wild Wild West meets Parisian runway. People may differ on whether it was genius or not, I loved it! Here are my favorite pieces!

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All photos above were taken by Monica Feudi/feudiguaineri.com

Paris Fashion Week/ Chloé

Today Chloé showed their collection. As you all know I am a sucker for simplicity. Here are my favorite pieces!  The blazer on the first ensemble, the ruffles on the second, and the color and cut of the third. Simple elegance!

 

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All photos above were taken by Monica Feudi/feudiguaineri.com

Paris Fashion Week/ John Galliano

Looking at the runway pictures, all I could imagine was the following scenario: A French designer,cigarette in hand, has to scramble to create a dress in a few hours for a woman who wants a makeover.  And all he could see was a few yards of cloth in the corner. He takes them, drapes them, and creates a head turning dress. A dress that reminds you of the simplistic origin of clothing, that it is a piece of cloth. Two hours have passed then he says “Voila” and the woman is off to her party in a flawless breath taking simple dress. Thats what I call fashion. I love when the origin of the product is emphasized when creating art pieces. Here are my favorite two pieces:

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All photos above were taken by Marcus Tondo/Gorunway.com

Paris Fashion Week/ Kenzo

Looking for something easy to wear, comfortable, and stylish at the same time? This safari collection by Kenzo has it. Take a look at my favorite pieces for the show! 

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All photos above were taken by Yannis Valmos/Gorunway.com

Paris Fashion Week/ Jean Paul Gaultier

At Gaultier many celebrities were channeled into this collection from Boy George (from Culture Club), to Madonna, to Michael Jackson, and to many others. Was it cohesive? Did Gaultier live up to expectations? These questions will remain unanswered. Nevertheless, here are my favorite pieces out of this collection.

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Al photos above were taken by Yannis Vlamos/Gorunway.com

Paris Fashion Week/ Dior

Dior, should I explain more?

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All photos above were taken by Yannis Vlamos/Gorunway.com

Paris Fashion Week/ Lanvin

Looking at Lanvin’s runway show today reminded me of what French fashion is all about, the ability to create a masterpiece using simple materials and designs. Lanvin’s collection was all about the large shoulder pads and belted waists. Here are my favorite looks!  

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All photos above were taken by Yannis Vlamos/Gorunway.com

 

 

Paris Fashion Week/ Balmain

Remember the breath taking pieces by Balmain last year, the ones with the unconventional black, white and silver materials? Well this year Balmain capitalized in it, and it looks great! The pictures will speak for themselves. 

 

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All photos above are taken by Monica Feudi/Feudiguaineri.com

Paris Fashion Week/ Gareth Pugh

Gareth Pugh may not be big in the fashion world but today’s runway mesmerized me, It was the first time I get to look at his collections. After some research I found that Gareth Pugh is a british designer that currently lives and works in Paris. He has had difficulties with building his brand, only till recent years did he offer his collections, previously they were just considered runway projects. Tell me what you think!

I loved the layering on the white dress, it gives great movement! Also, what I liked with the red outfit was the top, how it moves and the tail such a statement!!

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All Photos Taken By Yannis Vlamos/Gorunway.com