Dior Mixed Ballet and Fashion for Fall 2012

Paris Fashion Week is officially in full swing, and Dior decided to take on a different theme for its show this year. Normally, we see much more skin in shows, but Dior was focused on skirts with long hems and cinched waists. The skirts were fuller than we have seen in the past, and they were designed to resemble what a ballet dancer would wear. Even the shoes were modeled after ballet point shoes, just in a high-heel version.

The colors were very soft and natural, focusing on pinks and nudes. All of the skirts in the show were below the knee and full of panels, which gave them flair. For tops, we saw traditional jackets made from wool and belted at the waist. By using classic fabrics like cashmere, silk, and wool, this collection was nothing short of elegant. The contemporary style mixed with ballet inspiration was the perfect blend of classical and modern.


Text Caitlin Beck
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Tutu Cute: "Too Too" by Betsey Johnson

Betsey Johnson's latest fragrance, "Too Too," is the ultimate combination of sugar, spice, and everything nice with it's base notes of juicy passion fruit, pink musk, and black vanilla. Inspired by her love of dance, the bottle is perfect for pretty girls who are a bit rough around the edges, with its adorable pink tutu, fishnet stockings, and rockstar black corset topper. Oh, and the figure even has a little lighting bolt tattoo —  too cute! The fragrance, in all it's wild child glory, is great as an everyday scent (day to night), as it contains both sweet and spicy notes.

You can get your hands on this playful perfume both online and in-stores at Betsey Johnson, where you can choose from 1.0 oz, 1.7 oz, and 3.4 oz (from $42-$82). If you're looking for a more on-the-go item, the fragrance also comes in a purse-ready rollerball for just $18. You can also find it at Sephora. 

Text Lauryn Stone

Sources: Betsey Johnson, Sephora