Valentino caught most of my attention. Since one of my favorite designers has just retired, Alessandra Facchinetti made a great job as she filled in his shoes and designed the pret-a-porter collection for this year’s Fall/Winter–which did not fail to be lavishly posh and elegant. Looks like dark tinged hosiery and high-heeled platforms are still in. The House of Valentino’s structured jackets are so lovely to use as office wear, while the dresses really spell ethereal. Truly, every piece is timeless and a cult favorite, so does the retired designer *sob*. Au Revoir, Valentino!

Here are some pieces I truly admire: (All images taken from Style.com)

*Lust for these structured ensembles, particularly the jackets!*

*This sheer chiffon ruffled mini dress (in venus cut?) takes my wince away from anything translucent*

*Dark, ruffled with a corporate-y feel. I love the contrast of the shoes and the belt from the rest of the ensemble*

*This playful ruffled dress (with a shirred tulle at the bottom?) embellished with a ribbon and belt is something I’d love to wear in a party or soiree*