Video: John Galliano

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What more can be said about the imitable John Galliano? Not much. Let the artistry in his designs speak for themselves. We are all awaiting his return and rise back into the top ranks again, for he left a truly indelible mark on the fashion world indeed.

-fggofstyle

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Dior Diorama

All the speculation of the fashion industry as to who will officially replace John Galliano at Dior continues to grow on and on. And since my own sources had it on strong word that Riccardo Tisci is definitely replacing Galliano (and now is not), the wheel just keeps on...rolling. 

I found this great slideshow which puts into our minds who may or may not be in the running for the top spot at Dior, all in a fun and decidedly stars-in-your-eyes way, through the horoscopes. 

 I would have liked to have seen Tisci come in and inject Dior with his sensibility but I love how he has changed Givenchy and made it contemporary and fresh for me. I feel that he could do the same for Dior and move the brand into new territory, like Galliano did for it in his way (remember the "Reggae Collection"?).

Who do you think should be the new designer at Dior? (leave a comment with your suggestion--no matter how on the pulse or off the cuff it is, it would be interesting to see who you think should fill the position.) 

In the meanwhile, we will have to wait and see who is really taking over the venerable house when it is announced officially by Mr. Arnault and the top brass at Dior, but now, we can enjoy the turn of the wheel.

-fggofstyle

Tisci Moves In

Dior's new designer, Riccardo Tisci
(photo via www.refinery29.com)

It has been confirmed that Givenchy's designer, Ricardo Tisci, has been promoted to Dior to replace John Galliano.
It will be very interesting to see how Tisci moves Dior forward, as he has very large shoes to fill, and to see how he evolves the label in new and different directions, like he does for Givenchy.

Congratulations Mr. Tisci!!

-fggofstyle

Variations on a Theme: Galliano

The distressing and sad news of John Galliano's outre from Dior comes out of a strange and tragic turn of events. We cannot, as style mavens and self-proclaimed fashionistas, ignore the fact that Mr. Galliano is a telent and a fashion tour de force to be reckoned with. No matter what, he turned out a stunning ouvre for Dior and has kept the venerable French house relevant, fresh, and alive with creativity and artistry. His shows for the house were always at the highest level, and he brought "show" to the presentations (whether it was RTW, Resort, or Couture) with full theatricality and highly creative execution. And NO ONE exited their own show in his way: John Galliano's greatest catwalk costumes

Wishes of wellness and health to him. I await his triumphant return...

-fggofstyle