FOLLOWING rumors at the end of last month that Christian Lacroix had finally found itself a bidder, a formal offer to purchase the fashion house has now been made by Ajman sheikh Al Hassan Bin Ali Al Nuaimi

According to WWD, the offer still needs to meet the approval of the commercial court, something which is thought to be “likely” as it would prevent job losses as well as pay third-party debts. Continue Reading….

Christian Lacroix couture, Fall/Winter 2009-10

Two years ago you’d have to be in Paris during the Haute Couture shows to receive up to the minute updates on the showings but that’s all ancient thanks to the Twitter and other social media platforms. Everyone is twittering fashion updates and twipics from Elle Creative Director Joe Zee to male social and freelance writer Derek Blasberg. So what went on in Paris? Everyone seemed to be talking about what may be Christian Lacroix’s last show as he faces bankruptcy, the stage and that random hottie at Chanel, and the best backstage sign to date at Givenchy.

Tweets from Joe Zee a.k.a @MrJoeZee at the Christian Lacroix showing

TwitPic from Joe Zee at the Lacroix Showing

…Click to continue reading | Twittering from the Haute Couture Shows in Paris

Earlier this week the Christian Lacroix for Gola collection arrived at the Christian Lacroix boutique at Caesar’s Forum Shops. The collection encompasses four styles, two for men and two for women. Given carte blanche by Gola the European sports brand, Lacroix infused the capsule collection with the house’s embroideries of the torero cape. Intricate in design the shoes are embossed, embroidered and are offered in a multitude of colors and leathers. The women’s color options are Blue, Gold & Silver, Tan, Silver/Gold/Black mens colors include Blue, Silver, Black Patent, and Cream/Burgundy. The shoes retail for $310 USD and they are only available in the US at the Christian Lacroix Boutiques, Forum Shops and New York. Don’t hesitate call Lacroix and get a pair before you’re paying $1000 USD for them on Ebay.

Christian Lacroix for Gola

…Click to continue reading | In Stores Now: Christian Lacroix for Gola