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The African continent with it’s rich history, beautiful landscapes, and diverse cultures called upon some of the runway’s top designers for the Spring ‘08 shows. Geometric ethnic prints splashed across skirts, dresses, caftans, and blouses at Marni, Diane Von Furstenburg, and Duro Olowu among others. Lush Greens, Reds, Blues, and Yellows popped beneath Tuareg-inspired metal amulets and waist plates and chunky beaded necklaces. Colors and detailing weren’t the only references either. Traditional proportions like vuluminous sleeves, wide tiered layers, and sweeping lengths inspire thoughts of a Nigerian wedding. Like Micheal Jackson and Lionel Richie said, “We are the World” and since I love color and, hey, I love Africa, I am more than happy to excersize this trend and pay homage to the motherland.

1. Etro
2. Diane Von Furstenberg
3. Elena Melnik
4. Duro Olowu
5. Marni
6. Duro Olowu
7. Duro Olowu
8. Marni
9. Diane Von Furstenberg

-Camille L

Who is the real “Wild One?” I’m voting for Marlon because Jennifer Lopez looks ridiculous.

–V. Thread

Jean Galliano got all bratty in Paris the other day. And we loved it! Manuel Paul said it was channeling Nelly Olson and Eunice from Mama’s Family in it’s Carol Burnett days. I couldn’t agree more.

I read on Style.com that the show was a reference to a “cult documentary” called Grey Gardens, and I’m ashamed of myself for not being familiar because it sounds rad. Apparently it’s all about “fading flappers and eccentric cat-loving aristocratic decay.” Sounds like it’s right up my alley.

Anyway, enough with the back story, here’s Galliano’s spring 08 collection: