couture week #1

Have to admit so far I've been a little dissappointed with Spring 2011 Couture. But there's more coming that I'm excited about, so I'll withhold final judgements.
First round highlights:
Chanel had a rather bleak show, but the detailing was beautiful:


Armani Prive chose to use some gorgeous jewel colors, but I wasn't too fond of many of their shapes.

I do think this is crazy cool, though:



Of course, Dior caught me as usual with their extravagant swooshy skirts. These weren't the best I've seen from Mr. Galliano, but still had that posh flair I love:






More to come from couture, and also the Grammys!!