Cristian Siriano Fall 2010

Before I got ill, I was able to make it to the Cristian Siriano show and I am glad that I did. This guy is as over the top in real life as his television personality it. I know that his show would be delightfully vibrant.

I was seated a couple of chairs away from Mena Suvari, who is beautiful in person. As the lights dimmed and a hush fell over the crowd, I got goosebumps. The first model to glide down the runway was Sessilee Lopez in a leather jacket and skirt that was belted at the waist and heels so high I thought she was going to become fashion roadkill.

The color palette was rooted in deep purple, navy and black with vibrant, energizing bursts of fuschia. There was an understated 60’s Parisian chic feel and the cocktail dresses, organza blouses and textured skirts were resurrected with ruffles and petal details.

Above is the dress that I MUST have. It is an elegant fuschia gown as romantic as it was breath-taking. It received a standing ovation from the crowd and I pictured myself in that dress. Of course, once the model wobbled on her incredibly high heels, it felt as if I was already up there in that dress. If any secret admirer would like to purchase it for me as a Valentine's Day gift, I would be yours....for dinner.