In the atelier of Christian Lacroix, exquisite embroidery and beading were hand sewn--a return to traditional workmanship fit for a queen.
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Lacroix

Victor Edelstein gown

Shoes, Antologia for Callaghan
Glove, Christian Lacroix for Diego Della Valle. Silk parasol by A. Sanoma

Dress, Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. Purse, Pellegrino for Linda Dresner. Shoes, Stuart Weitzman
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