The art of fashion designing has found a new direction with haute couture. With the passage of time Haute couture has become the mark of luxury. It adds a new dimension to fashion. The French phrase for 'high fashion' seems to define the dress code at every big event and parties today including the Red Carpet Fashion Award. Top rated designers who set the fashion trend worldwide work for their own labels while some choose to work with leading fashion houses such as Chanel, Elie Saab, Calvin Klein, Dior and so on.
A wardrobe filled with exclusive designer collection is everyone's dream. But high fashion comes at even higher cost. Buying couture garments is not within everyone's reach. Haute couture is designed only for the top level clientele who can afford such expensive designer wears sold at thousands of dollars. Creativity at its ultimate, haute couture involves use of top quality fabrics and leather.
Smooth silk, linens and super fine cotton to add comfort in summer fashion while finest of wools, leather and furs are used for designer winter clothing. Since the 19th century haute ensures unique design and perfect finish for each and every piece of clothe. High-fashion designer dress helps to convey individual's style statement that makes one stand out among the extra-ordinaries. Not anymore limited within the arena of dressmaking haute couture is spreading its wings to jewelry designing and fashion accessories too. For example, Lorraine Schwartz jewelry is a hot favorite among the Hollywood fashion moguls.