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Giorgio Armani Fall 2014 Runway Fashion Week

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Demure, casual, elegant.  Three words that appropriately describe the new fall 2014 collection from prestigious designer Giorgio Armani.  Debuted this past week during the rounds of fashion week, the collection features chunky, cozy knits paired with satin skirts, loose billowy silhouettes, free flowing wide cut suits, and plenty of gray, olive greens, and a dash of sparkle.

(photo: Imaxtree/Yannis/Vlamos/Indigital)

The collection features far more ready-to-wear pieces than some of the other designer counterparts, which most fashion connoisseurs can appreciate.  Forgiving silhouettes, casual booties and heels, and slouchy shoulder bags add an element of playful comfort to the ensemble, both surprisingly day street and also office friendly.

(photo: Imaxtree/Yannis/Vlamos/Indigital)

Though some of my personal favorite moments in the collection came in the later section, where tops, wide leg pants, and demure gowns came flowing down, ablaze with shimmer, glitz, and sparkle.  Making a stark contrast to the knits and canvas of the introductory pieces, the glamour made its presence known in evening ready pairings.

So which is your favorite moment from the runway show?  Take a look at the photos below and tell me in the comments!

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(photo: Imaxtree/Yannis/Vlamos/Indigital)

(photo: Imaxtree/Yannis/Vlamos/Indigital)

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(photo: Imaxtree/Yannis/Vlamos/Indigital)

Oscars Best Dressed Red Carpet Recap!

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Lupita, Lupita, LUPITA!  The Oscars, and the fashion world has spoken, and the gorgeous new-comer Lupita Nyong'o is the new darling!

(photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

The red carpet fashion this year for the 2014 Academy Awards Oscars show took a similar path that the Grammy's took a month prior:  dark and slightly sombre.  It seems that black, midnight blue, and soft beige were the most popular colors on the red carpet, which were both dazzling, and leaving us thirsty for a bit of color.  But what the gowns lacked in color, they made up for in details like unique silhouettes, fabric treatments, and sparklers.

(photo: Steve Granitz/Wireimage)

But the real stand out was Best Supporting Actress Winner Nupita Nyong'o, who looked absolutely breathtaking in a Nairobi blue Prada gown, and now famous Fred Leighton headband.  Yes folks, that headband now has its own Twitter handle!

(photo: Steve Granitz/Wireimage)

Lupita looked as if she were floating down the carpet on an endlessly delicate, strikingly elegant blue gown that not only complimented her flawless skin (seriously, her stylist can do no wrong with color choice), but was a breath of fresh air amongst the sea of black and white.

But hey, let's not forget Jennifer Lawrence's bold red Dior gown, which, go figure, the lady fell in once again, and the bevy of white tuxedos the men brought to the carpet.  And of course, there's the ever daring fashion statement of Pharell's shorts and suit combo, which I just love.

So take a look at some photos from the red carpet.  Who was your favorite fashion darling?

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(photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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(photo: Steve Granitz/Wireimage)

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Balenciaga Runway at Paris Fashion Week!

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

Right off the heels of New York Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week 2014 is in full stride this week. Showcasing all the top designers fall 2014 collections, the runways are ablaze with stunning new trends, and some former friends.

Starting off the week of shows, Balenciaga has had a glorious run.  This marks the third season for Alexander Wang as the creative director for the Fashion house Balenciaga, and he is looking quite at home by now.  This collection is all about structure. Simple silhouettes, leather dresses, chunky metal accessories, and some bold trimmed details. In fact, it's all about the details for this collection.

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

Carefully detailed perforations over letter added simplistic, yet precise texture.  The tunics highlighted very bold X zippers crisscrossing over the bust, as well as down the pant legs of several pants.  And oversized parkas complete with fur trimmed details, and muumuus, where the eccentric extras.

The 2014 fall collection is all about minimalism, and covering up every inch of skin.  Long gloves, quilting, leather boots, and chunky accessories were paired with each piece from the collection.

I am very much a fan of the structured elements of this new collection, and think it's perfectly fitting for the fall season. What is your favorite look from the collection?

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(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)