CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Winter Tales

Christian Louboutin surprises us again with impeccable, magnificent still-life shots that present each of his shoes as a unique, exquisite piece. For his fall 2010 line, the world of stories is the main theme for a magical catalogue that deserves a close look.

The photography is the work of Khuong Nguyen, who worked closely with postproducer Antoine Mairot and set designer Bernard Peault, all true maestros of their respective fields.

Shoes fly in a composition featuring references to Alice in Wonderland, others plunge into the ocean and escape from a crystal ball... Take a look.

CHANTAL THOMASS Cocktail Party

Louise Donegan is the new muse in this ode to saturated color designed by Chantal Thomass this summer 2010. The collection takes inspiration from cocktail dresses and comes in a sugary, sensual color palette with English embroidery and simple details.

The cocktail party look blends with a baby doll style and touches of sensitivity and femininity. Frills play on waves of black and white, in a graphic line that frees its wearer to seduce...