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Model: Frida Gustavsson
Issue: Stockholm Magazine | Fall/Winter 2012
Photographer: Andreas Öhlund
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Label: Alexander McQueen
Fashion Show: Fall/Winter 2012 in Paris
Models (1): Mirte Maas, Daria Strokous and Kasia Struss
Models (2): Kinga Rajzak, Julia Nobis and Bette Franke
Models (3): Frida Gustavsson and Jac Jagaciak
Photographer: Filippo Fior | GoRunway.com
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After four seasons at the helm, Alexander McQueen creative director Sarah Burton really came into her own with the label’s fall 2012 preview. Voluminous mushroom - like shapes dominated the catwalk complete with ruffled capes, fur-adorned sleeves and organza covered gowns. A color palette of inky black, scarlet red, powder pink and ivory set the stage for the dramatic silhouettes that were more evening wear fantasy than ready-to-wear. Sleek visors and barbell shaped belts in techno silver brought a futuristic vibe to the shaggy designs. Burton also injected some romanticism into the stunning display with feminine silhouettes and mid-drift baring tops. 
Label: Hermès
Fashion Show: Fall/Winter 2012 in Paris
Models: Frida Gustavsson, Aymeline Valade and Ajak Deng
Photographer: Yannis Vlamos | GoRunway.com
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Hermès creative director Christophe Lemaire took a turn from spring with a Gaucho, South American influenced collection for the label’s fall 2012 showing. Loose-fitting designs such as heavy ponchos, coats and suit jackets steeped the latest outing in relaxed staples. A muted color scheme paired with leather gear and fedora style hats bring a masculine touch to the new season. Lemaire ended on a colorful note, introducing eclectic patterns and prints to the demure showing.
Label: Mugler
Fashion Show: Fall/Winter 2012 in Paris
Models: Aline Weber, Jac Jagaciak and Frida Gustavsson
Photographer: Filippo Fior | GoRunway.com
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For fall 2012, Mugler creative director Nicola Formichetti looked towards the archives for inspiration with Thierry Mugler’s 1997 “Insect” collection. The new season plays with arthropod shapes, featuring winged shoulders, furry sleeves, high slits and insect - like cut outs. A color palette of mostly black and white lets the shapes of autumn stand out. For the final section of the show, Formichetti sent out a parade of all black with lightweight hoods and sheer sleeves.
Model: Frida Gustavsson
Issue: POP Magazine | Spring/Summer 2012
Photographer: Daniel Sannwald
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Label: Michael Kors
Fashion Show: Fall/Winter 2012 in New York
Models (1): Arizona Muse, Candice Swanepoel and Kasia Struss
Models (2): Daria Strokous, Karmen Pedaru and Frida Gustavsson
Photographer: Yannis Vlamos | GoRunway.com
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For fall 2012, Michael Kors offered up a relaxed sense of luxury with a strong opening of tartan, plaid and tweed. This season, Kors focused on layering with heavy blanket coats and fluid dresses for a contrasting effect. The color palette was simple–steeped in rich hues of crimson, inky black, chocolate and camel. As the show progressed, the clothing became more sophisticated and tailored with cinched waists and fur-embellished coats. For the finale, Kors ended on a sensual note with sparkling and slinky gowns reminiscent of an era gone by. 
Label: Rodarte
Fashion Show: Fall/Winter 2012 in New York
Models: Kasia Struss, Lindsey Wixson and Frida Gustavsson
Photographer: Monica Feudi | feudiguaineri.com
http://rodarte.net
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Rodarte sisters Laura and Kate Mullavey brought a more mature, refined touch to their dreamy designs with the label’s fall 2012 show presented earlier today during New York Fashion Week. Taking a cue from 40s inspired silhouettes, the duo chose a subdued palette of nude, marmalade and burgundy for the new season. Leather and shearling brought a hard edge to the romantic designs in the form of aviator style jackets. Gowns were adorned in Swavorski crystals, referencing a more feminine touch.
Label: Donna Karan
Fashion Show: Fall/Winter 2012 in New York
Models: Candice Swanepoel, Frida Gustavsson and Daria Strokous
Photographer: Yannis Vlamos | GoRunway.com
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Last season it was the country of Haiti that inspired Donna Karan’s namesake line, and for fall 2012 it is the confidence and allure of woman–even in the menswear dominated field of suiting–which influenced the American designer’s latest collection. A color palette of grey, red and black was offered on the runway with models donning pinstripes, mohair and jersey in sharply tailored shapes. Outerwear also had a masculine influence made of boxy silhouettes and strong shoulders. Saving a sense of ultra-femininity until the end, Karan closed the show with drapey silhouettes that showcased bare arms and legs in slinky fabric.
Label: Jean Paul Gaultier
Fashion Show: Haute Couture Spring 2012 in Paris
Models (1): Karlie Kloss, Ajak Deng and Andrej Pejic
Model (2): Frida Gustavsson
Photographer: Yannis Vlamos | GoRunway.com
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Walking to his own beat, Jean Paul Gaultier did not present an array of gowns for his spring 2012 haute couture show, but instead offered an ode to late singer Amy Winehouse with a collection of tailored jackets, form-fitting skirts and bustiers. Models wore Winehouse’s signature beehive and had cigarettes in hand as they strutted down the runway with the singer’s tunes playing in the background. The color palette was a somber black with splashes of citrus and lime to reveal lacy undergarments, silk dresses and belted waists. 
