A single year in fashion represents an ever-changing cycle of themes, trends and colors. As anticipated every season, there are always those few recurring classics that stick it out year after year, usually presented to us as a rendering of the designer’s vision at that particular time. Basics, as we name them. For 2012, these can safely be defined as pastels and prints, with an abundance of each on runways and red carpets.
This past year, the industry itself has been through its fair share of ups and downs, from the whole Dior saga to the revamping of old fashion houses. These past few seasons have been monumental for revived fashion label Vionnet, whereas classic and established houses such as YSL and Jil Sander chose this year as a time of change and rebirth, both replacing their head designers.
My first post, on May 31st 2011, covered my favorite look from the 2011 amfAR Gala from Cannes and was the beginning of what would turn out to be a passion of mine. To celebrate this milestone, I present you with my favorite look from the 2012 edition of the amfAR Gala. Not so surprisingly (to myself at least), I have chosen Diane Kruger in Chanel.
Stunning in this fresh of the runway Chanel Cruise dress, which she accessorized with glitzy Louboutins and a silver clutch, Diane stood out from the crowd not only for the elegance with which she wore the dress but also for the added touch of old world glamour with her wavy hairstyle and earrings. As a jury member at this year’s Cannes Festival, Diane wowed with every look, striking the perfect note at every occasion and presenting us with her own twist on the season’s latest and greatest trends (pastels and florals included)!

Thank you to all the readers who have followed this blog over the past year! I am so grateful for all the wonderful things blogging has allowed me to discover and experience! Many more great things to come… Stay tuned! -The Fashion Observateur
Picture from Zimbio.com