Chanel Resort 2013

I am loving the Unkle K's recent showings at Chanel. First it was the embellished eyebrows in that crystalline A/W showcase, and now for his Resort collection, Lagerfeld modernises the decadence of Marie Antoinette's summers in the gardens of Versailles with a touch of harajuku chic. The hemlines were modern alright- with lace petticoat skirts ruffled above the knee with a distinctly Lolita-esque feel, while the top half remained sophisticated with dainty bouclé jackets. It wasn't too indulgent or ornate of a collection- in fact most of the pieces look wearable. That is, if you have a penchant for gilded denim or culottes. The palette was bright and pristine, delicate for strolling down the French sunshine but with just enough colour to remind us that summer is all about vivid hues and crispness- and most of all, itty bitty swimwear. The updates beauty mark of the bourgeoisie was also noteworthy for it was the Chanel logo. Who needs hearts and stars when you can have two C's to spark a twinkle in your eye? 

[images: Getty, via Fashionologie]