BALMAIN AUTUMN/WINTER 2012 TRENDS
 
    Olivier Rousteing’s first collection as designer of Balmain last season had less tattered-come-glitzy looks that its previous designer injected into the brand making it a must-have for those who coveted a sexy, don’t-give-a-fuck, wild child image. The designer mentioned in an interview that he wanted to bring back some of the house’s couture heritage. With this collection his vision is beginning to take shape. The collection utilised the beading and embroidery that we have seen the brand do but evoked a more controlled approach compared to past seasons. The first look out was a floral egg-shaped tapestry that was framed by gold pearls and looked like an ornamental