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2013 March 6

Paris Fall 2013: Miu Miu

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Miu Miu Fall 2013
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(PARIS) Miu Miu
Miuccia Prada entered a fictional land of whimsy for Fall where a band of Mary Poppins-meets-Olive Oil lookalikes traipsed around in candy-colored polka dot dresses, belted at the waist and finished off with a silk neckerchief, or navy brass button suiting set against striped tights and chunky-soled Mary Janes. The prevailing silhouette here was long, lean, and layered, which was best displayed in body-hugging ribbed knits atop longer striped skirts. Emphasizing the slightly sporty yet romantic vibe permeating the runway was a group of quilted nylon jackets with ribbed trim and oversize pockets that served as windbreaker, and off-the-shoulder dresses in a pinch. Miu Miu fans taking in the show front row included Renée Zellweger, January Jones, and Marc Jacobs, who was still in his PJs. When in Paris...