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Heavenly Fashion Inspiration - Divinity at Givenchy (GALLERY)

Godfrey Deeny, the blossoming talent behind the Givenchy label, found divine inspiration for his fall/winter 2008 collection after spending several months in South America. Based on the repetitive use of hexagons, filigree details, and architectural lines, Trendinista found striking resemblances to the ornate, vaulted ceilings of famous Cathedrals throughout Europe. In any event, the pieces will take your breath away. [More]

Exotic Flower Fashion - Christian Dior-Chids (VIDEO)

John Galliano, the creative genius behind the Christian Dior label, sought his inspiration for the the fall/winter 2008 collection from 1961, the year the Dior house declared: "Never forget the woman." But, upon closer inspection of the color palette, pattern choices, and cuts, Trendinista found st… [More]

Fashion Inspired by Architecture - Marchesa For Spires and Pagodas (GALLERY)

Although Marchesa's fall/winter 2008 collection paid subtle tribute to Queen Elizabeth I, the complex detailing and pronounced structure of the collection reminded Trendinista of tapering spires and tiered pagodas found on temples and sanctuaries. To help others see the resemblance, each gown was pa… [More]

Hexometric Style: The Hexagon As Fashion (GALLERY)

Designers (like Givenchy) are embracing the beauty of the six-sided hexagon as a muse for their new collections. Now mathematicians finally have a reason to appreciate fashion. [via Trendinista] [More]

Dripping With Style: Melting Fashion (GALLERY)

In sync with global climate change, accessories are also beginning to feel the heat. [via Trendinista] [More]