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Dries Van Noten or the Art of the Double-Breasted JacketWhen I think about the double-breasted jackets, a name directly comes to mind: Dries Van Noten. Indeed, the double-breasted jacket has always been a major piece of the Belgian fashion designer's men fashion shows. For instance, Dries Van Noten often revisits the regular version of the...

Fashion Week Handbags: Dries Van Noten Fall 2011If Spring 2011 is all about layers and combinations of bright colors, then Fall 2011 is shaping up to be all about layers and combinations of strong textures. Python, velvet, fur, tweed, wool, sequins, leather – the more materials you can pile on to an outfit, the better, and Dries Van Noten...

Dries Van Noten, Jean Paul Gaultier, Adam Kimmel, Ann Demeulemeester, JuunDries Van Noten PARIS– Dries Van Noten: Mr. Dries Van Noten changed the venue of his show from last season's sumptuous space at the Musée Bourdelle to an industrial loft, shifting the focus of the collection from a refined and tailored wardrobe to things that are inherently sporty and...

Dries Van Noten Autumn Winter 2011 But that is what Dries Van Noten is, and I like that there aren't many surprises. You know you are going to get some beautiful coats, some odd colour combinations, a weird and perhaps borderline ugly print, and the general feeling that no one is trying too hard here. And this is one of those...

DIY Dries Van Noten Inspired Dip Dye Jacket This was my Dries Van Noten inspiration: And here's a few pics of how I did it. Hopefully quite self-explanatory. Using undiluted bleach, and wet the sleeves before dipping the ends into the bleach. Leave them there for a few hours or overnight.

Dries van Noten A/W 2011Dries van Noten is on everyone's lips – and, here in Paris, on everyone's bodies – and his show Thursday proved why. We were completely and totally blown away. It was perfection. It would be sad to say that Dries' amazing and super intimate venue, the Paris Musée Bourdelle, allowed for...

Dries Van Noten Spring 2012 | Paris Fashion WeekThe Active Classic–Dries Van Noten fused his acclaimed vision with the qualities of an active lifestyle for his latest outing. Ushering in a season of suiting separates and covetable knits, spring's collection looked to silk and leather for a special appeal. Taking ordinary pieces like a pair...

#1894 Dries van Noten designed resort-wear for fighter pilots All themes aside, the clothes themselves were classic Dries van Noten – technically advanced fabrics, the richest imaginable colours and stunning patterns. Non-military men will no doubt enjoy them too, hopefully both at work and at play. I LIKE YOU!

INSPIRED BY: Dries Van Noten Spring 2011 Dries' blazer is a dramatic piece but you can make a similar statement with a vibrant wrap. Pick up Dries van Noten's original pieces at My Theresa and Yoox or shop our lower-priced picks inspired by the designer's spring collection: Dries Van Noten Shopping Guide: 1. Sunglasses Hut, D&G...

Dries Van Noten F/W Ready-to-Wear 2011The latest collection from Dries Van Noten sees the designer taking the glam rock individuality of David Bowie's Ziggy Stardust, and the classical restraint of the Ballet Russes. A noteworthy trend with any of Dries' collections, asymmetry- take this season the subtle difference between the...

Dries Van Noten – Paris Fashion Week AW2011For the Autumn/Winter 2011-12 collection, Dries Van Noten works on a combination of random patterns and fabrics. It looks like a melting pot of vintage elements. The colours are mainly black&white with brown, green, grey, gold and pumpkin insertions. Vivid prints with japanese and floral...

Dries Van Noten Fall 2011 Today, used as the location for the Dries Van Noten Fall Winter show, the impressiveness of the salon was matched by their incredible collection. Full of mix matched prints in flowing silks, beaded embroidery, stately coats, Dries hit the nail on the head. Lush pieces composed with soft and...

Dries van Noten: Pastel Footwear for Spring 2011 | The Fashion Spot all we can think about is staying warm and cozy, it's never too early to start thinking about your spring wardrobe.With the latest crop of designer footwear tempting us – think shades of nude and light yellow – it's hard not to dream about our 2011 shoe purchases. Footwear was a major...

Paris Fashion Week A/W11: Dries Van NotenParis Fashion Week A/W11: Dries Van Noten You can always expect something different from Dries Van Noten. This season he took a liking to prints and completely ran with it. Dresses came with up to five different prints at a time coming in geometric shapes, bold graphic styles and Bonsai...

Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2011 Pt 2: Dries Van NotenI have been waiting with baited breath to see what Dries Van Noten had in store for Fall/Winter 2011, and he certainly did not disappoint. I agree wholeheartedly with Sarah Mower (vogue.com): "Watching a Dries Van Noten show sometimes has a slow-burn effect: It starts off seeming like nothing...

Dries Van Noten Menswear Autumn Winter 2011My long time readers will know that I have an incredible amount of respect for Dries Van Noten , and I usually love his collections. This menswear show is no exception, filled with gorgeous menswear which seems to have drawn inspiration from 40′s gangsters, and a few sailors. I love... fur...

Dries Van Noten Homme SHardly ever do I skip over reviewing a Dries Van Noten menswear collection, and S/S 2012 is no exception. The collection is relatively simple with some great geometric color-blocking to give the looks an extra push. We are starting to see more and more of this shorts over pant look in menswear...

Frock of Ages: Dries Van Noten harder at building their names into million-dollar brands than they do at designing great clothes -- but not Dries van Noten. For years, he's been silently and diligently focusing his energy on producing some of the industry's boldest and most innovative works, and is now one of the...

Dries van Noten SDries van Noten managed to take his beyond-incredible autumn/winter collection and transform it into a something summery and something new in what was – not unexpectedly – one of the most incredible shows of the season. It was strict outdoorsiness in a semi-formal, very Dries-y way, which...

Dries Van Noten Holberg CardiganReleased as part of the highly regarded autumn/winter 2012 Campaign by Belgian designer Dries Van Noten, the Holberg cardigan is emblematic of the label's cerebral approach to menswear. Not your average chunky knit or retro shawl collar, the Holberg is a modern adaptation of the traditional...

Dries Van Noten Spring Summer 2013There is always something exciting about the Dries Van Noten show, it is the first one of the Paris schedule I review, and therefore a sign that the end of fashion month is near. But sadly, that was the extent of my excitement with this show, which was a huge disappointment given that I...

Dries Van Noten Spring/ Summer 2013 | Paris Fashion WeekIn Plain Sight–Dries Van Noten's man was on the go this season and in no mood to be caught. Decorated in prints, particularly camouflage, Van Noten's coveted fits were executed in a cool fashion, featuring fluid ensembles. With extended proportions, easygoing separates, ideal for warm weather...

Dries Van Noten Spring Summer 2012Let's keep this Dries Van Noten review short on text and long on images: I love this whole collection and want every single piece. Genius. I love... this silhouette. Maybe it is because I just had a baby, but it just looks cool. this black and white nature print. another amazing...

Dries Van Noten Spring/Summer 2012 Leather ToteA Spring Summer 2012 leather tote from Dries Van Noten. Horizontal beige and brown stripes, adjustable straps, cotton lined with an interior pocket. This sizable carrier has a ice cream sandwich feel which seems appropriate given the season. The navy canvas trim around the zipper is a nice...

Drew Barrymore In Dries van Noten The actress, who is rumoured to be pregnant, wore turn-up jeans, a black top and a Dries van Noten Spring 2012 coat. If she is indeed pregnant (which I'm sure she is), the silk white coat with a photo print is doing a good job of concealing the bump. Retro shades and red ballerina flats...

Paris Fashion Week: Dries van Noten Spring/Summer 2013Belgian designer Dries Van Norten went all soft grunge on the Paris Fashion Week catwalk, offering a mash up structured garments and romantic fabrics. Sheer plaids and soft florals poked through baggy trousers and strong shapes, while ruffles and layers bought a touch of the feminine look to...

Dries Van Noten Menswear F/W 2011 It's almost like a simple equation that seems evident to how Dries Van Noten came around his inspiration for his latest menswear collection. Another fact, the clothes are very reminiscent to the Sinatara-sartorial outfits that Bowie wore on his '76 tour, thank Tim Blanks for noting that one....

Dries Van Noten Hint Fashion MagazineIf the Orient Express were to travel from Las Vegas to Asia with a final stop in Paris for Fashion Week, you might guess Dries Van Noten had been riding this train in the run-up to his spring collection. The Dries Express started us off in 1960s Las Vegas with a nod to femme-fatale casino...

Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2012: Pt 1 - Dries Van NotenDries Van Noten I first drafted this post with smaller pictures, but really, I had to change to larger pictures, because the beauty is in the details with Dries Van Noten. At first glance I thought I was looking at 3-4 different collections in the one, simple minimalist pieces with clean...

Dries Van Noten Fall 2011 | Paris Fashion Week - Dries Van Noten's print filled fall 2011Dries Van Noten Fall 2011 | Paris Fashion Week Dries Van Noten's print filled fall 2011 Dries Van Noten's signature print work was out in full swing for the Belgian designer's fall 2011 presentation. Eye-catching prints, wide legged trousers and color blocking all made appearances on the...