Latest Irish and international news supplied by RTE.ie Copyright © RTÉ Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:43:10 +0000 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:43:10 +0000 Fashion http://www.rte.ie/images/logo_rss_goog.gif http://www.rte.ie Check out catwalk shots from Chanel's gorgeous spring/summer 2012 haute couture show, plus see which stars graced one of fashion's most highly contested front rows! Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:45:40 +0000 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html No sooner had we said 'Addio!' to Milan, we landed at the doors of the Parisien fashion houses, hungry for more! Here is what Paris had to offer! Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:50:04 +0000 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Black is still key, velvet will explode, prints are becoming the new thing and colours like orange, teal and jewel tones are going to be everywhere this Autumn Winter season according to the Italian shows! Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:01:43 +0000 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html The Brown Thomas Spring/Summer preview gave a taste of some of the trends for the forthcoming season. It may still be dreary out, but colour is the order of the day with a smattering of bright greens, red, blues, orange and a number of kaleidoscopic prints. See some highlights from the new season here. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:33:04 +0000 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Check out some catwalk shots from the Brown Thomas autumn/winter press preview, showcasing some of the hottest trends of the forthcoming season. Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:43:32 +0100 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Take an overall look at Paris Haute Couture fashion week, the celebrities, designers and their extravagant creations Fri, 08 Jul 2011 12:37:18 +0100 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html A round-up of the major collections from the past week at men's fashion week in Milan, for Spring/Summer 2012 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 16:51:32 +0100 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html The season of love has arrived as DJ and designer, Fearne Cotton presents her high summer collection for Very.co.uk. Thu, 09 Jun 2011 16:35:53 +0100 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html See who this week's most stylish stars are...and who should be relegated to the fashion graveyard! Thu, 26 May 2011 15:59:48 +0100 Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Check out photos from the Brown Thomas spring/summer catwalk show, which showcased the main trends for the season. Wed, 02 Feb 2011 14:27:19 +0000 Wed, 02 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html The couture shows came to an end last night with Valentino's pretty, frothy catwalk creations. The nude trend continued with force, with an emphasis on pale peach, pink and ivory shades dominating the gowns. Take a look at the photos here. Thu, 27 Jan 2011 16:02:17 +0000 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Elie Saab's stunning haute couture show featured light-as-air chiffon gowns in shades of nude and biege, with strong black, red, green and purple dresses making the occasional appearance. These frocks would melt your heart! Wed, 26 Jan 2011 16:51:20 +0000 Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Jean Paul Gaultier's haute couture show in Paris was a typically extravagant affair, featuring huge cancan skirts, a plethora of ruffles and sky high mohawks! Take a look at some catwalk photos here. Wed, 26 Jan 2011 17:00:41 +0000 Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Take a look at the beautiful photos of Chanel's haute couture show from Paris, featuring muted nude tones, girlish frilled and feathered dresses, and intricate evening dresses exquisitely embellished with sequins, crystals and embroidery. Tue, 25 Jan 2011 14:28:45 +0000 Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html John Galliano for Christian Dior's haute couture show took place in Paris yesterday featuring pastel hues, voluminous dresses and models sporting dramatic, 40s style marcel waves for hair and makeup that centred around red lipstick and winged liner. Look at the fabulous images here. Tue, 25 Jan 2011 12:07:55 +0000 Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Armani's haute couture show in Paris was a highly futuristic affair, featuring shiny, metallic fabrics, architectural shapes and laser cuts. An oriental edge was added with the addition of shiny metallic disc hats. Check out the catwalk photos here. Tue, 25 Jan 2011 12:21:01 +0000 Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Jean Paul Gaultier's haute couture show as part of Paris Fashion Week was a dramatic, unusual affair. Dita Von Teese made an appearance on the catwalk wearing a constrictive corset and suspenders. Look at the photos here. Thu, 08 Jul 2010 14:30:03 +0100 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Elie Saab's Haute Couture Show featured a stunning collection of surprisingly wearable evening gowns. Colours ranged from a rich red, to more neutral shades like dove grey and taupe. Karolina Kurkova modelled a stunning low-backed gown on the catwalk, look at the photos here. Thu, 08 Jul 2010 13:20:09 +0100 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Karl Lagerfeld's Chanel couture show for autumn/winter featured a selection of A-line dresses and sheaths fitted with cropped jackets with half sleeves. Sequins and metallics dominated with a colour palette consisting of rich reds, purples and chocolate browns. See the catwalk photos and stylish A-list attendees here. Wed, 07 Jul 2010 12:47:49 +0100 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Giorgio Armani's haute couture show at Paris Fashion Week was a refined, ladylike affair. Pencil skirts, elegant evening gowns and tailored jackets in nude hues dominated the proceedings. Take a look at the catwalk photos and see which celebrities came to watch the show here. Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:35:19 +0100 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Feast your eyes on photos of designer John Galliano's Christian Dior Haute Couture show which took place yesterday at Paris Fashion Week, and see which Hollywood stars graced the front row. Tue, 06 Jul 2010 15:01:23 +0100 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html The stars took to the catwalk for Naomi Campbell's Fashion for Relief Haiti Show. Campbell herself strutted the catwalk in a variety of frocks, as did fellow supermodels Helena Christensen, Karen Elson and Agyness Deyn and Estelle, Kelly Osbourne and Daphne Guinness. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:24:09 +0000 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Givenchy's spring/summer 2010 show at Paris Couture Week had a distinctly glam-rock feel, with bright colours, sparkling details and dramatic ruffles and feathers. Models were painted with equally theatrical makeup to add to the effect. Have a look at the photos here. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 09:30:27 +0000 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Christian Dior's spring collection which was shown at Paris Couture week was bold and colourful - with an equestrian feel. Models strutted the runway with riding crops and wore saddle skirts. The rest of the collection featured truly gorgeous ballgowns with voluminous skirts. Take a look at photos here. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:41:42 +0000 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html Chanel's spring/summer show at Paris Couture Fashion Week saw a change of the direction for the luxury label. The usual monochrome palette was replaced by ice-cream pastels, and their classic tweed suit was reinvented in lemon yellow. See photos from the show here. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:01:57 +0000 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.rte.ie.html http://www.rte.ie.html