"We'd all look good in some Italian fashions."

Another season of fashion has come to a close. After New York there was London, then Milan and finally Paris. What better city than Paris to finish up an incredible month of fashion?

While I was blown away by so many of the shows at each of the respective European fashion weeks, I figure that rather than going on and on and on, writing a novel more or less, I'd just do a top 2 for each city, starting with London.

LONDON

Burberry Prorsum

I don't think I've ever been disappointed when seeing pictures from a Burberry show. Christopher Bailey has such an amazing way of keeping the Burberry tradition while making it modern and desirable. Seeing the trench shrunken down in leather, studded or over a sexy cocktail dress makes me wish I was in London going to a star-studded event at a fabulous night club.

To see the entire collection click HERE.

Matthew Williamson

A new favorite of mine, pretty much ever since I've been following Cat Deeley's style choices, Matthew Williamson always creates beautiful clothes that any girl would be lucky to wear. And feel amazing while doing so. He not only uses his signature bold prints, but also extremely interesting textures. Most fashionistas would easily be able to incorporate any of these looks into their wardrobe, whether she's going out to a party or headed to a lunch date.

To see the entire collection click HERE.

MILAN

Gucci

Always an industry favorite, Frida Gianni created a stunning show full of impeccably tailored suits and dresses in an array of bold colors and textures. Just like many of the shows in NY, it seems like the 70s trend is still going full speed ahead into Spring, and the clothes at Gucci were some of the best of that particular bunch.

To see the entire collection, click HERE.

Blumarine

A few years ago while flipping through fashion magazines I discovered a line of dreamy fabrics and prints. Ever since then, I've been a huge fan of Blumarine. Anna Molinari must have a window into my fashion wishlist, because her collection had so much of what I'm dying for included in it. Leopard print in a variety of colors made up most of it...she must know I desperately need a leopard scarf to complete my wardrobe.

To see the entire collection click HERE.

PARIS

Paul & Joe

While this collection isn't the most fantastical or avant guard of all the shows at any of the fashion weeks, it is probably my absolute favorite. From the absolute wearabilty to the beautiful color palate to the flawless styling, Sophie Albou created clothes that would make anyone lucky enough to wear them feel beautiful and happy. I liked it so much I couldn't pick a favorite picture to include, so I'm going to put two!

To see the entire collection click HERE.

Balmain

Pretty much the exact opposite, style-wise, as Paul & Joe, Christophe Decarin created a collection of separates (skinnies and minis and blazers, oh my!) that would make any girl feel like a rock star. And let's be honest, who doesn't want to feel like a rock star every once in a while.

To see the entire collection click HERE.

I guess we'll have to wait and see what makes it onto the red carpet over the next few months from the millions of beautiful looks we've seen over the past month. I guess January is only a few short months away and we'll be treated to all the Fall collections.

Until next time... xo

Title quote: Clark Griswold, "European Vacation"

"When I first moved to New York and I was totally broke, sometimes I would buy Vogue instead of dinner. I felt it fed me more."

Another year, another Met Gala. Last night, the New York Metropolitan Museum hosted its annual Costume Institute Gala, co-hosted by Anna Wintour of Vogue. It is the fashion event of the year and did not disappoint for the couture lovers out there.

With the theme of this year's exhibit being Americana, I was expecting the majority of the gowns to be American designers, and many were, with the exception of a few of my favorites. Now, I must say, I was a bit underwhelmed by some. A lot of my fashion favorites played it a bit safe, in my opinion, for an event where you can get away with being as fashion forward as you'd like, but some were just too out there. I'm talking to you Katy Perry!

Here are some of my absolute faves!

Sarah Jessica Parker in Halston:

Diane Kruger in Calvin Klein:

Anne Hathaway in Valentino:

Emma Watson in Burberry:

Emmy Rossum in Kenneth Cole:

Claire Danes in Burberry:

Doutzen Kroes in Zac Posen:

To see a slideshow of over 100 guests on the red carpet click HERE.

It's events like this that make me wish San Francisco was more like New York in terms of fashion. Not that SF doesn't have style all it's own, but there's something to be said for the amount of effort fashionistas in NYC put in to their outfits for any and every occasion.

Until next time... xo