Couture Fall 2012: Christian Dior

christian dior couture fall 2012, look 11 | simple pretty

look 11

The couture shows are out of reach for most of us, but thanks to the internet, we all can have a glimpse at where fashion is heading. I promise that I’m not going to start covering the couture shows in earnest, but I had to share a few looks from the Christian Dior fall collection. It’s the début from designer Raf Simons, and I’m quite impressed with how he seemed to meld his minimalistic view, so brilliantly honed at Jil Sander, with the Dior aesthetic. He makes me want to (finally!) try wearing a strapless gown with a super-fitted bodice. Don’t miss any of the 55 looks: click over to the complete show at Style.com.

christian dior couture fall 2012, look 45 | simple pretty

look 45

christian dior couture fall 2012, look 35 | simple pretty

look 35

christian dior couture fall 2012, look 12 | simple pretty

look 12

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