Monday, February 14, 2011

Rag Report: Couture Here! Couture There! Couture Everywhere!

Rag Report dives under the covers of fashion publications to rant or rave about all the glossy goodness.

This month’s issue of Madame Figaro is a real eye catcher for Diane Kruger fans and haute couture fanatics alike. Not only is Kruger featured on the cover, but she’s also in a 22-page editorial of jaw dropping garments right from spring 2011 couture week. Kruger dons Givenchy, Armani Privé, Chanel, Dior, Atelier Versace, Gaultier, Valentino and Alexis Mabille. Lucky, lucky girl!

Riccardo Tisci created a breathtaking collection for spring 2011 couture week. Japan heavily influenced the design process, and the craftsmanship in the details leaves us in awe. Kruger is stunning in Givenchy as she shows the back of the dress to the photographer. The use of space in the image is effective that even though there are grandiose fixtures all around, our eyes are drawn to the detailing of the dress.

John Galliano - need I say more? His 50s inspired haute couture collection provided drama, intensity and an elegance that is famous Dior. Kruger is nothing short of amazing in the gown. Her whole look, from her hair to makeup is flawless. The dress provides a strong sense of romanticism and sensuality to the atmosphere.

The last image of Kruger is of her wearing Valentino. Compared to previous collections, his spring 2011 haute couture collection stuck to the basic simples. Nudes, pastels, ruffles and butterflies were prominent in the collection. Kruger looks chic, sophisticated and the epitome of grace in this image. The photographer’s decision to capture Kruger in a close-up highlighted her features as well as the dress.


Everything works well together. The nude color gown compliments Kruger’s skin tone rather than washes her out. This photo is effortless.


Kruger shines through in each couture ensemble she wears in this editorial. All the looks work for her as her confidence and natural sexiness is displayed in each photo.


-Ivie Igbeare

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