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As the Costume National show began, I started to get nervous as heavy, monotone gray outfits came down the runway, one right after the other. But then the brand I know and love broke through to the surface. Thigh-high boots, ultra lustrous mini dresses and completely asymmetrical tops and skirts made for quite the interesting fall 2009 show. My favorites are the one-armed black dress and the electric blue suit with matching belt. I’m super proud of all the designers this season because I’ve had to bite my tongue on several occasions; if you can design a suit for someone who hates suits and swears she’ll never wear them, you’ve done an awesome job in my book.
GALLERY: Costume National Fall 2009
LINKAGE: Style.com
I stole my first pair of platforms from the Spice Bus in 1997 when Anglophilia was all the rage. Collector of vintage bags, vinyl and kitchen appliances. My dream of becoming a butcher is momentarily on hiatus so I can teach you how to wear muumuus and apply false eyelashes. Follow me on Twitter @CrystlMeatballs.