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Saturday, 31 January 2009

The King of black and white, of ruffles and bows, of tweed and lace...















Enjoy the show 
thank you content coutorture for the images

and at the same time I want to say

actually a huge thank you is in order to Cynthia, Claudia and La Mom for so generously giving French Essence (and that means me) a 'fabulous' award. Their blogs are a joy to visit and never cease to inspire - Cynthia is so clever with her written word from Puerto Rico, Claudia never sits still and takes us with her as she travels the world and La Mom has the best sense of humour as she writes about life in Paris. At the same time as thanking these fabulous girls for thinking of me, it is my job to think of ten other 'fabulous' bloggers and pass along this award...

These are the bloggers - some of whom I know and others that I would like to get to know,

For The Love of a House

Congratulations - your blogs are fabulous, xv.

PS - you know the drill.....
link me and then link the ten blogs you choose and post the award
on

40 comments:

  1. High Desert Diva31 January 2009 at 13:26

    Thanks for the peek at the couture show.

    Congrats on your award!

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  2. Zelda31 January 2009 at 13:54

    un veritable genie ! ce type

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  3. Anonymous31 January 2009 at 14:17

    Bonjour Vicki,
    Thank you so much for the award, I am honored! I am going to update my post from earlier this week on Paris Fashion Week with a link to this post on the Chanel défilé.
    Bon Weekend!
    Kelli

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  4. Anonymous31 January 2009 at 14:30

    Vicki, thank you! I am thrilled to be on your fabulous list. I will go forth and BE fabulous today. It's lovely to be recognized by someone I admire and hope to meet one day.
    Have a fabulous day, too. Marigail

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  5. ceecee31 January 2009 at 14:38

    Oh I'm speechless! To accept this award I'll be wearing the little number with the sunglasses and 'to die for' necklace. Thank YOU Vicki for inspiring ME with your savoir faire and impeccable taste. You raise the bar here in blog Ville.
    Merci Madame,

    Catherine

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  6. LIBERTY POST EDITOR31 January 2009 at 15:04

    What a wonderful, curated post. I just escaped my winter. Thank You. Hope you are well.

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  7. Blue Muse31 January 2009 at 16:13

    Black and white never looked better! Thanks for the escape into something so glamorous!

    Congratulations on your award, times three!
    xo Isa

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  8. Tess Kincaid31 January 2009 at 16:13

    Classy, as always. Yes, king!

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  9. Fifi Flowers31 January 2009 at 16:22

    Oooooh la la I would love to be at that fashion show!
    FAB!!

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  10. Mrs. Limestone31 January 2009 at 16:35

    Oh thank you so much!! You're too kind.

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  11. sandra/tx31 January 2009 at 16:38

    Vicki, thank you for the award. I'm so glad you've stopped by Canyon Wren Cottage, because now I know about your blog.

    I love the black and white, but I'm not sure sure about those odd hose/stockings. :-/

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  12. Cynthia Pittmann31 January 2009 at 17:47

    Oh dear, I so love those heels with the black fu-fu-fluff on the back...and the long waisted dresses with ruffled layers the tan-ish one the best. Oh, I know how important it is to know my preferences! :-) I can't help sharing them anyway!

    I feel as though I must thank you for accepting the award. I'm enjoying undergoing your fabulous frenchification here at Vicki's French Essence blog.

    As far as styles go, you know I can love something but sometimes it's just not "suitable", what with the figure concerns and all...:-> Also, I appreciate your reading my insights...I can think of no greater complement than to give my Oasis a little elegant visit.
    Thanks for the blog recommendations, I know Catherine's fabulous so I'm off to check out the new-to me blogs.

    Bon Vie en avatar <3 (Does that make any sense? Have a good life transformation? :-) I'm trying to use your French building words on the sidebar!---however, I don't know the grammar! Big secret.)

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  13. Unknown31 January 2009 at 18:30

    *LOVE* this glimpse of the show. I've been remiss and haven't checked the photos and he's definitely one of my favs, so thank you! Just beyond gorgeous!

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  14. Tina { Luphia Loves... }31 January 2009 at 19:04

    chanel is absolutely my favorite brand in this world! i'm saving up to hopefully own a item from them (prob a necklace) this summer to celebrate my graduation! thanks for these gorgeous images!

    and thanks so much for the blog award too, and from such an amazing blog writer! i feel honoured! will def respond to it! tina xxx

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  15. Unknown31 January 2009 at 19:15

    Hello Vicki,
    *Sigh* Chanel is just dreamy! Great post and congrats on your awards!!! You can't go wrong when you start the day with a little couture!
    Best wishes,
    Judith~

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  16. Paul Pincus31 January 2009 at 22:09

    so much PERFECTION! gorgeous post, vicki!

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  17. Anonymous31 January 2009 at 22:21

    I LOVE Karl so much. Thanks for sharing the awesome photos.

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  18. Unknown31 January 2009 at 23:18

    Thank you so much for including me on your list! You're so sweet! :)

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  19. benson1 February 2009 at 00:10

    chanel...fabulous! THANK YOU for the Fabulous award--there are so many people to thank :) I will create a post worthy of announcing the honor and thank you for thinking of me...the feeling's mutual!

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  20. for the love of a house1 February 2009 at 00:40

    Merci Beaucoup Vicki! I am so tuly honored.
    I was so mesmerized by the tres chic fashion show I didn't even see my name at first!! I would like to be the girl in the solid black dress for just one day!! Stunning!
    Merci. I am really very touched... I am a big fan of Sandra's and I can't wait to go visit all the other blogs on your list.
    joan

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  21. Pamela Terry and Edward1 February 2009 at 05:22

    So much changes, but French couture remains! Such exquisite photographs! And those shoes!

    Congratulations on your well deserved award!

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  22. Margie’s daughter Leiny1 February 2009 at 10:32

    Thanks for the show, how I love those black and whites, Congrats on the awards. hugs Margie.

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  23. Brown Button Trading1 February 2009 at 12:38

    wow, what a show! i think if I was ever lucky enough to attend I'd cry, so beautiful! x

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  24. Sarah Laurence1 February 2009 at 16:32

    Congratulations on your well earned award. Thanks for the fashion show - I love the setting. It's hard to be fashionable in Maine with all the snow.

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  25. Pascale1 February 2009 at 17:09

    Me revoilà après avoir été en vacance,j'ai pris un réel plaisir à découvrir tous les nouveaux articles que tu as mis sur ton blog pendant mes congés.
    Pascale

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  26. Miss Kris1 February 2009 at 17:39

    Hi Vicki~

    Love the sneek peek at the show. Just lovely! Special Congratulations to your award, so deserved!!!:o)

    ~Miss Kris~

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  27. Bee1 February 2009 at 17:55

    What fun to see all of these delicate and beautiful things . . . especially in green Barbour country.

    You are FABULOUS, for sure.

    cologem: is word verification

    cologne
    gem
    collagen
    (all appropriate for a French theme!)

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  28. Anonymous1 February 2009 at 18:19

    Wow, what a wide web we weave!
    Thanks for the kind words and right back atcha =]

    Can't wait to delve into these!

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  29. Millie2 February 2009 at 01:06

    Global Financial Crisis? I say 'be off' to those 3 words of gloom & doom & cheers & hooray to the amazing Karl L.! Thank you Vicki for this brief escape into the beauty & wonder of Chanel couture.

    All this black & white reminds me of the indomitable Sheila Scotter of Vogue Australia. Miss S. only ever wore black or white or combo. of both - a true signature style. I reckon she'd be in her late eighties if she's still going - & no doubt terrorising the staff @ her Nursing home with that withering stare & acid tongue!
    Millie ^_^

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  30. Anonymous2 February 2009 at 07:01

    Lovely, stunning! Congrats on the award also!

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  31. Alkemie2 February 2009 at 07:17

    Vicki - I Adore this Post! Black and white is ever so classic and I found the clear shoes quite interesting. The photo towards the end that showed the fashion shoot was on the street with the spectators on either side really had "wow" factor!

    Cheers,
    Karen O.

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  32. Corie2 February 2009 at 11:59

    That picture with the metalwork is BREATHTAKING. thanks for sharing.

    Also... HOLY COW. I want those tights.

    Congrats on the award!

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  33. Renée Finberg2 February 2009 at 12:42

    total eye candy .

    i love , love , love .

    xx renee

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  34. Linda@ Lime in the Coconut2 February 2009 at 14:41

    He is the epitome of class and cool! Thanks for the great show!!

    ...and congrats on your well deserved award....and to your choices too!

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  35. My Castle in Spain2 February 2009 at 15:22

    Fabulous emperor Karl! i find it so amazing that he manages to renew year after year the Chanel look while being faithful to Coco Chanel's emblems and standards.
    Oui, j'adore Karl !

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  36. Di Overton2 February 2009 at 15:45

    The off the shoulder black number is for me.
    Of course your blog is fabulous, haven't I always said so :)

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  37. La Belette Rouge2 February 2009 at 19:50

    These are gorgeous photos. And, congrats on the award!!

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  38. Visual Vamp2 February 2009 at 21:21

    I'm all a quiver!
    I mean really!
    Only KL could make your granny's knee highs look so sexy.
    Really!
    xo xo

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  39. la la Lovely2 February 2009 at 22:20

    Oh I would love love love to wear one of the long ruffle skirts.. now where shall I go?

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  40. Natalia | Look-A-Porter3 July 2009 at 23:00

    Oh, I am so glad I found your blog! Love the photos and especially the one where sleeves create a tiny waist effect!!! Incredibly chic!
    x

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