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Monique Lhuillier Fall 2013 collection: Opulence meets drama Designer Monique Lhuillier presented her Fall/Winter 2013 collection on Feb 9 at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. For this season opulence and drama served as her source of inspiration. The collection was all about the undulating lines, the art deco motifs and intensely rich jewel tones such as deep malachite green, oxblood and amethyst. Soft snow-like whites opened the show in three-dimensional cable knits perfect for day wear. She then presented abstract prints in burnished golden brocades which were certainly opulent. Silhouettes ranged from sleekly tailored dresses and slim-cut trousers to ample color-blocked luxurious furs. Night was all about the dramatic. Lace cigarette pants had a structured tulle overlay or a beaded duster. Gowns were shortened to give a more modern interpretation of evening wear. The shoe collection featured sleek geometric cut outs in suede leather, crushed velvet and satin. Signature lace cr...

Monique Lhuillier has always been good at designing evening dresses. But sometimes she is especially good at it. Her Resort 2012 collection, presented here, is definitely one of the best we have seen so far.  Dresses, which come in a variety of styles ranging from one-shoulder to mermaid, look very sexy and chic. While cocktail dresses will be perfect for many occasions as their designs are pretty simple (but still impressive), the evening gowns will make you look like a queen, without a doubt. Strapless, made of expensive lovely-looking fabrics, featuring long splits and amazing drapery, Monique Lhuillier’s dresses will become your favorite pieces. And if you are going to wear one of them to the red carpet or just an important event for your family and friends, get ready for quite a lot of attention since a woman wearing Monique Lhuillier will always stand out of the crowd.