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A magnificently styled Hilary Rhoda for Zac Posen.  

Setting aside Galliano’s antisemitic rant for a moment, compare tailoring and direction, is Zac Posen shaping up to be the American Galliano?  There are some undeniable similarities between the two.

Mayjah brows and precision sharp liner, Posen has a gorgeous and fresh vision for the fall face that references Joan Crawford, but remains very modern.

Naturally, the collection included more than a few red carpet contenders as well.  

Karl loosely referenced Rajasthan in a surprisingly rich and full Pre-Fall Collection for Chanel.  Filled with wearable suits and new proportions for day, lux fabrics, and interesting beading, this show wasn’t filled with leftovers.  It did what a Pre-Fall Collection should do: hint at a fresh direction.Floaty and ephemeral at moments, dark, mysterious, and layered at others…

…with occasional moments of red and pink.Congratulations Mr. Lagerfeld on one of the best collections of the season.