The perfect dress combines many elements; a great sleeve, perfect drape and cut, a fab fabric, a great neckline, and a stand-the-test-of-time silhouette. Jean Paul Gaultier' s silk floral print dress with flutter cap sleeves and back collar caplet is as close to dress perfection that we've seen here at Couture in quite a while. Add strappy sandals, simple silver jewelry, and a mini clutch for the perfect exclamation point to a simple, elegant ensemble.



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Add a hot trend shade - neutral nude, plus a classic, versatile style and have the best of both worlds in Jean Paul Gaultier's Le Tresorier utilitarian chic tall cross-body bag in fine pebble leather. Perfect for a bike ride, a trek through NYC's Soho neighborhood, or a quick trip to the grocery store.

Summer is almost here! Rise up from the deep like a glistening goddess showcasing the stunning swimwear this season by D&G Dolce and Gabbana, Jean Paul Gaultier, Paul Smith, and Moschino! Soak up the sun while others admire you with adulation. This summer, Couture.zappos.com features a fun and fascinating selection of swimwear to turn up the heat and get things sizzling!

You won’t need to fish for compliments this summer if you’re wearing the Jean Paul Gaultier High Waist Sailor Bikini with Button Detail. Looking this captivating, just reel in the compliments hook, line, and sinker with supreme style! And if you need to go below deck for a tempting tête-à-tête, just wrap up in the wonder of the Jean Paul Gaultier Tulle Dress (sku 7521738). Bon voyage, darling! Set sail in the thrilling style of this D&G Triangle Top with Sliders String Bottom with Side Ties.

Moschino knows what boys like. Surf’s up! But your beauty forecast predicts a tsunami of stunning style in this show-stopping Moschino Logo String Bikini!

Hungry for something sweet? Satisfy your sugar craving with this candy striped bikini by Moschino (sku 7496526) that is highly addictive!

The summer will be scorching hot with the sexy silhouette of this D&G Imbttio slip bikini. Quench their thirst and let them drink in the liquid luxury that will leave men breathless!

If you desire a one-piece, why not capture full attention in this hypnotic Paul Smith Swirl Deep V One Piece?

Forget the beach barbecues; keep your figure flawless by featuring a feast for the eyes enhanced by this Paul Smith One Piece Floral Swimsuit.

You may ruffle some feathers wearing the fascinating feather print and fine cut of this beautiful Bandeau One Piece Bathing Suit by Jean Paul Gauliter. But at least you’ll be the most beautiful on the beach!

Speaking of Jean Paul Gaultier, this season he captivates curiosity with a collection of coveted caftans to charm any snake.

Retract those claws, ladies; there will be no cat fights this summer. There’s no competition when you’re holding court in the purr-fect D&G Fixed Triangle Top with D&G Hardware (sku 7532490) or the royally radiant D&G fixed triangle top and brief bottom (sku 7532280). Just throw on the Short Caftan Ocelot (sku 7532464) and recline in luxurious radiance.

Once you dive into the depths of desirable style at couture.zappos.com, you’ll find an ocean of opulent swimwear styles that will nicely navigate your identity into vivacious victory!

Lace, red and pink are all too predictable for Valentine's Day. Dresses always evoke romance - smolder in a black halter dress with ruffles along the hem (with tights if it's cold out) with black accessories and sparkly jewelry. If you must wear pink on Valentine's Day, or just want to stand out a bit, wear this outfit with Giuseppe Zanotti open-toed snake-embossed pink pumps.

How to wear it: Jean Paul Gaultier short tulle dress, Giuseppe Zanotti snake-embossed pumps, CC Skye glitter hoop earrings, King Baby Studio Black Onyx Ring, Furla black mimosa clutch

At Paris' men's fashion week, Jean Paul Gaultier was one of the designers to watch. Always a fan of tougher, edgier looks, his Paris show had British traditional mixed with punk and mod pieces; the collection was a mix of plaids, pinstripes with punk references.

Classic outerwear came out on the runways with hints of bondage; a chesterfield coat with leather lapels and a duffel with chains in lieu of toggles were showcased. Trench coats had harnesses and suit trousers were lashed with bondage straps. But, here's a tip for guys: when wearing these pieces day to day, you might want to remove anything that says "bondage" before going to work. Just a thought.

Valentine's Day is coming up, and this usually means guys go through a series of emotions when their girlfriend is expecting something big, extravagant, fancy and romantic. First there's panic, then there's doubt about whether they can come up with something great, then frustration, and finally, they settle on a dinner in a nice restaurant that's dimly lit. Good choice, guys - especially if you dress for the
occasion with a nice blazer and nice slacks. Then your girlfriend really won't be able to resist you.

How To Wear It: 1.) Jean Paul Gaultier grey button-down 2.) Hugo Boss charcoal pants 3.) Moschino navy blazer 4.) Cesare Paciotti shoes

There are a lot of wonderful new things happening on Couture.Zappos.com and we couldn't wait to let you know about them. The Couture team will be featuring new labels that launch on the site via our What's New blog. Today we are letting you know that the site now carries the Jean Paul Gaultier clothing collection for women. Today's picks: JPG's Striped Bubble Dress, the Black Trench Coat, JPG's Black/White Stripe Hat, and the fabulous Wing Tip Toe Two-tone Leather Boots.

From its humble beginnings on Scottish battlefields in the 1500s, to designer runways for Fall 2008, tartan and tartan-esque plaid have made a huge fashionable resurgence. Couture is loving the definitive plaid on lace up ankle boots , on stylish flats, on chic tunics, wrap braelets and shoulder totes. Our pics (from upper left): Disney Couture Pirates Wrap Bracelet with Swords, Brixton Red Plaid Hooligan Hat, Jean Paul Gaultier Tuile Plaid Tank, J. Renee Scottie Plaid Skimmer, L.A.M.B. Rose Suede and Plaid ankle boot, and Roxy Crimson Make It Happen Shoulder Tote.

Florals, of all variations, were big for Fall 2008 and are still in bloom for Spring/Summer 2009. What better way to perk up an overcast fall or dreary winter day than with a lovely, flower embellished dress? We think no better way. Mix the soft with a little funky edge by pairing your floral dress with a short sleeve knitted jacket or shrug, reach for a patterned scarf knotted just so, mix in funky silver jewelry, slip on a pair of black or bordeaux colored tights, pull on a pair of edgy buckle and lace up patent leather mid-calf boots, add a decidely feminine shoulder bag and voila, pure floral fabulousness.

Couture's picks: GenerraChunky Knit Bolero Three Quarter Sleeve Jacket, French Connection Cara Empire Waist Sleeveless Floral Dress, Alexander McQueen Silk/Wool Floral and Paisley Detailed Scarf, Carlos Falchi Slim Poof Python Embossed Microfiber Shoulder Bag, Jean Paul Gaultier Pryamid Shaped Ornate Ring, Jean Paul Gaulier Opulent Pryamid Shaped Earrings, Kors Michael Kors Dual Buckle Lace Up Crinkle Patent Leather Boot

Does your little black dress need a little edge, a little toughness? Are you eager to express your Lower East Side inner goth princess? If you answered yes to one or both of these, then this H2WI is just what you need. Take said LBD, mix in easy-to-wear goth-inspired accessories, fling a soft, supple leather purse with contrasting hardware over your shoulder, slip on that requisite LBLJ (that is, litttle leather black jacket to you), add a dollop of feminine flair with an uxpected pearl bracelet and a pop of color with a pair of bright booties. Um, after that, you're good to go!

Styles featured: GF Ferre Black Multi Zip Extended Puff Sleeve Leather Jacket with Ruffle Should Seams, Moschino Black Drape Neckline Silk Dress with Shoulder Tie, Jean Paul Gaultier Antique Silver-toned Laiton with Clear Crystal Glass Maltese Cross Earrings, Jean Paul Gaultier Silver-tone Laiton Glass Bead Bracelet, Rafe New York Lambskin Rivington Leather and Tassel Detail Handbag, Jean Paul Gaultier Antique Silver-tone Brass and Marcassite Maltese Cross Ring, and L.A.M.B. Yellow Camden Peep Toe Shoe Bootie with Leather Overlay Detail.

What's better than a well-dressed man? A well-shod one, of course. The Couture Team loves great shoes and our fashion focus this week is on the casual, yet cool varied lace up styles. If you are the type of man that likes a boot, then D&G Dolce & Gabbana Lace and Zipper Detail Boot is perfect for you. If you like the sporty look, try on Jean Paul Gaultier's sporty-inspired wingtips. If your tastes lean more towards a classic oxford style for work, Marc Jacobs Burnished Grey Oxford is ideal. If you like a little edge, try Alexander McQueen's side lace-up shoes. There really is a shoe - or boot - for every man.

The Couture team is loving every moment of the fall season, what with all of the fashion offerings, how could we not. At this very moment, we are head-over-heels for booties. There's something about this almost-shoe that's just too cute, but not saccharine sweet, when paired with a skirt, but can also render that Avengers' Emma Peele cool yet tough persona with elements like washed metallics, studs, stitching detail or buckles. Our picks: L.A.M.B Camden bootie, Alexander McQueen black booties, Givenchy brown suede booties and Jean Paul Gaultier metallic booties.

Fall is upon us, and that means exciting new additions to your wardrobe. Be 'red ahead' of the crowd with an eye-catching pop of color to add oomph to any outfit. The Couture team was quite taken with the saturated red hues in many of the designer collections for Fall 2008. What would any outfit be without a fabulous accessory (most notably, a great handbag)? Nothing. Our faves: D&G Dolce & Gabbana Lisa Shiny Soft Calfskin Medium Shoulder Bag, Jean Paul Gaultier Satin Mini Minaudiere Bag, Furla Clara Shopper Grande Crocco and the Kate Spade Savona Evan Shoulder Clutch.