Julia's Clothes By Christine Suppes
Paris, July 7th - Dominique Sirop continues to create gowns that are nearly impossible
to imagine---how did he do it? The master of folds, drapes and tucks did not
disappoint this time. His evening dresses undulate with the models, some of
the most beautiful girls working in Paris. As with many of his peers, Mr. Sirop
is taken with feathers, and used them delicately and sparingly on some of his
gowns. A tiger print coat revealed itself to be made completely of feathers—an
amazing couture piece. This designer should be a regular for red carpet events.
The question is why is Mr. Sirop not better known in the United States?
When asked if Neiman Marcus was interested in this designer, Senior Vice President
Joan Kaner said “Of course—but the fittings would be tricky.” Still, how wonderful
it would be to have easier access to some of the most amazing gowns shown during
Couture Week.
Seventeenth Century poet Robert Herrick’s tribute to a lovely lady indeed sums up the feel of Mr. Sirop’s collection:
Whenas in silks my Julia goes
Then, then, (methinks) how sweetly flows
The silent liquefaction of her clothes.
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