Paris Couture Week: Versace, Valli and Dior strut their stuff

Paris Couture Week: Versace, Valli and Dior strut their stuff
Before the flowers bud, Paris’s Haute Couture show proves that spring (fashion, at least) has sprung This was the first time that fashion house Versace presented during Paris Couture Week in a number of years. Kicking off the three days of shows, the Atelier Versace presentation had the scenic elements of a beauty pageant — or game show. But this being couture, the collection showed off intricate detailing and embellishment beyond standard hostess garb. Here, model-of-the-moment Lindsey Wixon sports a look that would go over well on a Saturday night in South Beach. Zesty. But seriously,...