Etoile ‘‘La boutique’’ Fashion Show dazzles UAE’s capital elite during the French Season
Etoile ‘‘La boutique’’, the multi-brand luxury couture concept, recently hosted a spectacular fashion show under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Alain Azouaou, French Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates. The show was held at the Emirates Palace hotel, Abu Dhabi, as part of the capital city’s month-long French Season.
Celebrating the UAE’s strengthening ties with France, Etoile ‘’La boutique’’ show featured a jaw-stopping collection of French brands and designers, leaving the crème de la crème fashionistas yearning for more. The show was attended by diplomats, high end society and press members.
Taking to the catwalk to an exhilarating backdrop of tribal beats, international models showcased the latest Etoile ‘‘La boutique’’ Spring Summer 09 collections in Safari style. Paying homage to some of the biggest international French fashion brand as well as a selection of cutting-edge new French designers; models tore up the runway wearing ultra-feminine chiffon jungle toned pieces, ensembles with graphic prints accompanied by scorching hot yellows, pinks and blues.
Capricious femininity, luscious layers, exquisite embroidery, ruffles, bows and cutting-edge eccentricity worked hand-in-hand, bringing the concept ‘more is more’ to the forefront of the season. Paired with seductive heels and must-have accessories, the show was a striking couture ensembles that captured Etoile ‘‘La boutique’’ dynamic and gracious signature style. The new generation of French brands took centre stage, including Sharon Wauchob, Trash Couture, Cher Michel Klein, Didier Ludot and Moye & Da. Meanwhile, legendary French fashion houses, Dior, Galliano, Karl Lagerfeld, Christian Lacroix and Azzaro provided the ultimate ‘wardrobe fix’ for all connoisseurs of high-end fashion.
The safari theme was accentuated with the bold and frivolous makeup done by Lancôme Paris. This unleashed the fierce yet elegant face of the models. With their mesmerizing smoky eyes and with their cherry red lips, the wild aura of the show was even more irresistible.
All in texture, hairstyles provided by l’Oreal Professionnel, hit the show with curves and volume of uninhibited attitude
Coveted by celebrities the world over, the boutique’s SS09 collection presents the ultimate seasonal statement by the hottest French designers and brands. The trend-setting couture concept’s show served to blaze a trail from the fashion houses of France to the wardrobes of the UAE – leaving spectators with little doubt that Etoile ‘‘La boutique’’ reigns supreme as the region’s ultimate fashion icon.
