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PurseBlog.com · Sep 18th, 2009, 09:45 AM

At this point, what is there left to say about Oscar de la Renta? He’s a designer that mostly bucks trends in favor of his own ladies-who-lunch aesthetic, and if it’s brought him this far, who am I to say that’s not exactly what he should continue to do?

When it comes down to it, the man simply makes beautifully tailored, beautifully realized clothing for whoever is lucky enough to afford it. He may not be as innovative as some of the younger designers that have just come on the scene, but innovation isn’t always what we want or need. Sometimes, “pretty” is all anyone can ask for, and de la Renta brings the pretty.

As always, his collection is full of sumptuous fabrics, delicately constructed evening gowns, and careful embroidery. There’s more color present here than in many of his recent collections, and it’s all vibrant and lovely. Most women don’t realize how wonderful brights can look on them, and the notable lack of black here might help convince a few people.

And when he uses black, de la Renta makes it count. One of my favorite looks of the entire show was a black lace cocktail dress that I will probably continue to lust after for year’s to come. It’s the kind of dress I hope to eventually have occasion to wear at some point in my life, and when the time comes, I hope I’m skinny enough and rich enough to have something like it. I know that Oscar wouldn’t have it any other way.

Images via Style.com.

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karmenzsofia · Sep 18th, 2009, 01:07 PM

Oscar de la Renta is a god. No other designer has consistently--year after year--produced so much beauty as far as I'm concerned. I adore his dresses and would kill for one.

gacats · Sep 19th, 2009, 10:45 AM

I'm in total agreement with KZ- those dresses are perfect and lovely. Words are not sufficient, really.

HandbagAngel · Sep 20th, 2009, 01:01 AM

Very classic and elegant! I adore Oscar de la Renta's design.

I especially love this one!

M_Butterfly · Sep 21st, 2009, 02:12 PM

Originally Posted by karmenzsofia

Oscar de la Renta is a god. No other designer has consistently--year after year--produced so much beauty as far as I'm concerned. I adore his dresses and would kill for one.

I cannot agree more!!

karo · Sep 22nd, 2009, 02:15 PM

Gorgeous dresses as always!

calneva · Oct 23rd, 2009, 01:28 AM

Gorgeous!

Sep 18th, 2009, 09:45 AM	#1
PurseBlog.com OP PurseBlog.com Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 442	Fashion Week Spring 2010: Oscar de la Renta At this point, what is there left to say about Oscar de la Renta? He’s a designer that mostly bucks trends in favor of his own ladies-who-lunch aesthetic, and if it’s brought him this far, who am I to say that’s not exactly what he should continue to do? When it comes down to it, the man simply makes beautifully tailored, beautifully realized clothing for whoever is lucky enough to afford it. He may not be as innovative as some of the younger designers that have just come on the scene, but innovation isn’t always what we want or need. Sometimes, “pretty” is all anyone can ask for, and de la Renta brings the pretty. As always, his collection is full of sumptuous fabrics, delicately constructed evening gowns, and careful embroidery. There’s more color present here than in many of his recent collections, and it’s all vibrant and lovely. Most women don’t realize how wonderful brights can look on them, and the notable lack of black here might help convince a few people. And when he uses black, de la Renta makes it count. One of my favorite looks of the entire show was a black lace cocktail dress that I will probably continue to lust after for year’s to come. It’s the kind of dress I hope to eventually have occasion to wear at some point in my life, and when the time comes, I hope I’m skinny enough and rich enough to have something like it. I know that Oscar wouldn’t have it any other way. Images via Style.com. View the original post on PurseBlog.com!

Sep 18th, 2009, 01:07 PM	#2
karmenzsofia Life is Plan Z Joined: Jun 2008 Location: Tarot Card Posts: 14,888	Oscar de la Renta is a god. No other designer has consistently--year after year--produced so much beauty as far as I'm concerned. I adore his dresses and would kill for one.
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Sep 19th, 2009, 10:45 AM	#3
gacats love me some bags! Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Georgia Posts: 7,086	I'm in total agreement with KZ- those dresses are perfect and lovely. Words are not sufficient, really.
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Sep 20th, 2009, 01:01 AM	#4
HandbagAngel Member Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,167	Very classic and elegant! I adore Oscar de la Renta's design. I especially love this one!
HandbagAngel Member Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,167

Sep 22nd, 2009, 02:15 PM	#6
karo Living my life Joined: Sep 2006 Location: Brussels, Europe Posts: 12,169	Gorgeous dresses as always!

Oct 23rd, 2009, 01:28 AM	#7
calneva drive life Joined: Oct 2009 Location: Overworkedville Posts: 539	Gorgeous!

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