
Gaultier’s Ode to Amy – Walking to his own beat, Jean Paul Gaultier did not present an array of gowns for his spring 2012 haute couture show, but instead offered an ode to late singer Amy Winehouse with a collection of tailored jackets, form-fitting skirts and bustiers. Models wore Winehouse’s signature beehive and had cigarettes in hand as they strutted down the runway with the singer’s tunes playing in the background. The color palette was a somber black with splashes of citrus and lime to reveal lacy undergarments, silk dresses and belted waists.

Skyline Couture – Karl Lagerfeld appeared to be inspired by air travel and stewardess uniforms for Chanel’s spring 2012 haute couture collection presented earlier today. The Grand Palais was transformed into the interior of an airplane with models walking down the aisles in elongated silhouettes and extended shoulder winged sleeves. Playing up the jetsetter theme, blue was a dominate hue for spring with sky blue, sapphire and navy all making an appearance. Amid the blue display, there is crystal beading, drop pocket dresses and pleated skirts.

Couture Mood – With spring 2012 Haute Couture, Dior atelier Bill Gaytten delivers a ladylike collection featuring a tame color palette of ash, black, plum and ivory. Cinched waists, sheer tops and full, pleated skirts dominate the runway this season. Playing with prints, the Dior woman also wears hounds tooth, floral patterns and gradient lines for spring. The finale dresses were demure as well, showing a moody mix of black and grey with just a touch of sparkle.

Bottega Beauty – Make-up artist Chiho Omae (Frank Reps) gives Liu Wen a romantic look in these images for the latest issue of V Magazine Spain. Lensed by Will Davidson with styling by Stevie Dance, Liu looks lovelorn and delicate in designs from Bottega Veneta.

The Art of Fashion – Liu Wen and Maciek Kobielski reunite once again for a recent fashion supplement in Modern Weekly China. Kobielski captures modern architecture and pieces from the fall collections in the snapshot style images. Outfitted by Tim Lim, Liu’s natural beauty truly shines in the designs of Yves Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Louis Vuitton and Jil Sander. Windswept hair by Lok Lau and understated makeup by Andy Koh complement the outdoor landscapes with ease. / Stylist Assistants – Niklas Bildstein Zaar, Clare Chong

Liu Hits the Town – Liu Wen takes on some of the season’s most colorful and pattern-filled looks for the October edition of Numéro China. Styled by Tim Lim, Liu pops with unusual props and settings in pieces from the likes of Givenchy, Balenciaga, Jil Sander and Erdem. Tousled locks by Lok Lau and barely there makeup by Andy Koh perfect the off-kilter shoot. / Stylist Assistants – Niklas Bildstein Zaar, Clare Chong