John Galliano's Spring/Summer 2010 collection, shown at Paris Fashion Week, was polished, sophisticated and fresh. Galliano followed up on his beautiful lingerie inspired collection shown in July with an entire show dedicated to Lauren Bacall, Humphrey Bogart and the film noir style of the 1940s. The trench coat was key: it came in different colors and lengths, some of which were quite short. The shoulders were bold and the jackets featured peplums. But this wasn't a costume show: the 40s look had modern touches, such as leggings, skinny pants, sheer glitter socks with platform heels and beautiful sheer chiffon dresses which gave the illusion that the model was wearing separate, contrasting satin bras and knickers. Actually they are all one piece, thanks to some clever construction.
The lingerie look was gorgeous, with satin tap pants, bras and stockings glimpsed through sheer floating chiffon skirts. As with the last collection, clients have been assured that they can find the matching pieces in the store later -- assuming they don't wish to go the pantsless look a la Lady Gaga. John himself emerged wearing a Humphrey Bogart trench coat and hat to take his bow. Take a look:
