The Art of Haute Couture

Just like every other season, this year’s Spring/Summer 2013 Paris shows did not disappoint. The designers showed off their A-game. Some of the best collections this year come from Christian Dior, Valentino, Elie Saab, and Chanel.

The King of Balmain

The house of Pierre Balmain has been a staple of French couture fashion since the late1940s. After World War II, Balmain made a name for himself dressing the world’s royalty and Hollywood starlets. Along with Christian Dior and Cristobal Balenciaga, he has helped bring feminine elegance and glamour into the spotlight. Decades after his death, Pierre’s legacy and vision are still carried on.