Could there have been a more influential label this year? Balmain dominated the catwalks, red carpets, designer stores and inspired every chain store imaginable with their clever take on 80's dressing mixed with a French rock slant. Designer Christopher Decarnin took the once-elegant eveningwear label (founded by Pierre Balmain in 1945) and resurrected it with thigh-high, tough-chic, sequin-filled, rock-star glory. And don't we love him for it! A favourite amongst stars including Sienna Miller, who wore a glittery Spring 2010 number to her broadway debut this October; Beyonce, who's been seen in multiple Balmain items including a multi-coloured mini dress for the BET Awards; Blake Lively, in a full sleeved Paillette mini dress for a post Emmys soiree; Kylie Minogue, who changed into multiple Balmain looks for her Brit Awards co-hosting duties; and most recently, model Daria Werbowy in the same frock as Sienna, although she's mixed a shaggy fur coat along for the ride. Phew! The Balmain hysteria is only set to continue, with Decarnin's Spring 2010 collection offering liquid gold dresses and distressed military detailing on everything from skinny pants to jackets. Say it with me now - Vive La Mode!
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