According to his press notes, Joaquin Trias' spring 2010 collection of stiff statement dresses, skirts, and shorts complete with conical tiers, and "shields" around the hips and waists were inspired by his grandmothers -- one of whom was Frida Trias, the muse of none other than Cristobal Balenciaga. Conceived for women into fashion, not trends, it's a line that only hardcore fashionistas can pull off.
“Well, I, uh - I read in The New York Times this week that I'm an ice queen, I'm the Sun King, I'm an alien fleeing from District 9 and I'm a dominatrix. So I reckon that makes me a lukewarm royalty with a whip from outer space.”
— Anna Wintour discussing her reputation on Letterman. From NYDN
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