Valentino | Spring 2013 Runway Highlights

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Valentino – Spring 2013 Runway Highlights

Valentino 2013: Inspiration for what to wear right now with highlights from the Paris Spring 2013 Runways

By now it’s no secret that we are big fans of the studied femininity the duo behind Valentino keep churning out with collections rife with wearable, yet covered up clothing so proper, it has a modern preciousness to it.

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What they continue to excel at is taking the stiffness out of couture garb that ultimately gives it a fresh, relaxed sensibility that while naive, is at the same time precise, seductively classical and feels just right.

And that’s quite an enviable, remarkable accomplishment. Fresh perspectives from an institution, that make sense for today while justifying a purchase seem all the more elusive after the dour recent debuts we saw at Dior and Saint Laurent.

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What stood out here was a pairing down of the dolly girl, princess shapes with a bulk of the collection having more strength in daytime options. From smart blouses to lacy slip dresses and tuxedo details, the ingredients in the mix were all familiar, but considerably rethought.

Streamlined in the season’s noir hue, quiet elegance was the key element that made this outing a standout offering for those looking for romantic takes on modern dressing.

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Published on October 03, 2012

Naveed Hussain

Naveed Hussain, stylist and fashion editor, has a BA in art history and extensive knowledge in the history of fashion and social media outreach. Naveed also covers fashion, music and art and was assistant to the owner & editor at VagabondNyc, where he also contributed to FocusOnStyle. Naveed has unlimited access to current and future fashion news & trends. He has worked as a buyer and has styled for The Dallas Morning News, The Chicago Tribune, and The New York Times.