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JPG predicts what is here to stay. July 6, 2008

Although, Haute Couture rarely is what one bases his or her wardrobe on, it appears that tights, ankle boots and gray are all elements here to stay. All of these elements can be seen at Jean Paul Gaultier’s Fall 2008 Haute Couture Show which seems remarkably grounded in reality. Defined silhouettes, especially crisp shoulder lines and enhanced waists play off of material differentials. Tweeds with smooth tights, soft leather and textured wool pieces all appear fresh and redefined. Tights in colors ranging from electric blue to red to yellow to orange were seen covering the lithe legs of the catwalkers. Overall, this beautiful collection encompasses seemingly contradictory concepts of realism, imagination, structure and fluidity providing satisfaction of varying fashion appetites.