Marc Jacobs Three for Three with Louis Vuitton

I was going to say Marc Jacobs scored a 'hat trick', but then re-thought the relevance of a hockey analogy. Doesn't quite fit. (I grew up in Canada in a family with three brothers, it slips out sometimes). I'm not sure how Marc Jacobs does it, Louis Vuitton was his third and final collection for Spring RTW 09 and it is said to have left everyone in the industry excited about fashion again after a tiring four + weeks of collections in four countries. He and Karl Lagerfeld must have a chip in their brains enabling them to focus on delivering the essence of three distinct brands in so little time.

I have to admit, I've lagged on my Paris posts because after following New York, London and Milan, I'm pooped! I love what I see but I need a break. It's not you, Paris, it's me. I just need some space, time to get my head together. Then everything will just fine. I promise.

But like those who were lucky enough to witness the show, I am never too weary to get geared up for what Marc Jacobs has created for us. His namesake show in New York was To Die For, and his diffusion line Marc by Marc Jacobs offered the perfect fix for those of us who crave playful, feminine and easy clothes (I do). His Louis Vuitton collection, his take on French chic, reminded me of his New York stunner but with a distinctly unique feel - texturally rich, some Asian influences, a lush palette - expertly crafted pieces that we can use however we please. But how enticing were the head-to-toe looks the models wore down the runway - no hats this time but fantastic African earrings and neck pieces, so lively. And those waistcoat-cut jackets with the strong, padded shoulders...drool, drool, drool. Times are rough for everyone right now, but a jacket like this is one you would love forever, and considering the awful news as of late, likely one of the wiser investments!

 

Photos: Style.com