Audrey Hepburn was one of the biggest advocates of Hubert de Givenchy, after meeting him in 1953 while shooting Sabrina. And it's no wonder. The house of Givenchy has always been well known for its intricately designed gowns built with clean lines and attention to detail. And now, — almost sixty years later, — with Riccardo Tisci in his seventh year at the helm of Givenchy, we're experiencing a resurgence of those intricate designs, but this time in the form of a floor-length cape with hand-strung beaded fringe, and a structured gown with a mink bodice and cashmere balance. 

Tisci's got a fair balance between minimalist chic and bohemian gypsy. The colour palate for Givenchy's Couture Fall 2012 collection was earthy; the makeup was natural.

And my favourite look? That gorgeous, subtlety glamourous nude-coloured gown with a sheared mink bodice. 

Best worn by a bombshell: You'd think Donatella Versace designed with herself in mind when she upped the glam factor for Versace's Fall 2012 Couture show at the Ritz Paris. Set a top strappy high heels, Donatella showed her affinity for pastels and metallics in the form of body-baring mini dresses, girly trenches, and floaty floral gowns. 

Versace celebrated the female form with plunging necklines, cinched waists, and high slits that hit at the hip. Each design was highlighted with Medusa emblems, intricate beading, and Veronica Lake hair. 

An ode to 70s glam, the Versace Couture Fall 2012 show was just that — a completely glamourous celebration.

One of the most hotly anticipated Couture shows this Paris Fashion Week was Raf Simons making his debut at the helm of Dior. And he didn't disappoint. Simons's first Couture collection for the famed fashion house was a beautiful fusion of classic 1940s elegance and modern, minimalist glamour. 

The Dior Couture Fall 2012 runway was heavy on slim, cropped trousers, peplum trim, and ladylike cover coats (which doubled as dresses). Amid the more serious shades of black, midnight blue, and grey, Simons infused several pops of colour in the hues of yellow, red, and even a vibrant fuchsia. And, not one to shun pattern, there were blasts from the past with hints of historic Dior patterns making their way into Simons's designs. 

Each look was properly accoutred with pointed toe pumps and the occasional pearl necklace or afternoon gloves. As far as beauty, lips were red and hair was slick with a centre part. 

Raf Simons for Dior is — in my opinion — the start of something magical.

One thing I absolutely adore about Fall is rotating my wardrobe and readying it for cooler weather with some key, classic pieces. Usually I have a few items in mind before I start shopping, and I always take inspiration from the latest lookbooks. Check out my three favourite looks from the Intermix Fall 2011 lookbook.

1. Lady in Red: There is just something about a woman who can work a monochromatic look. The dyed fox fur vest by Adrienne Landau is obviously the piece that pulls this look together, layered over a cozy Theyskens' Theory knit sweater dress. And while that luxe fur certainly is covetable, my attention is on that 70s-style wool felt hat.

2. Luxurious Textures: Silk and softest fur. I especially love the vivid violet hue of that Thakoon silk charmeuse dress and how it pops under an Iro tweed jacket and Yves Salomon coyote vest (an exclusive to Intermix). Beautiful.

3. Black and Blue: While I've never been able to wear cobalt blue, I certainly appreciate the structured look and sharp cut of this Rag & Bone Grosvernor jacket. Paired with an easy tie dye sweater and Theyskens' Theory wide leg pants, this makes for one sophisticated silhouette.

While all of the looks combined would cost a pretty penny, those wide leg pants (Theyskens' Theory, $363.71CAD) are definitely on my Fall clothing checklist.

What are your favourite looks from Intermix's Fall 2011 lookbook?