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Women's Ready-to-Wear Spring 2009 Collections definitely had fabulous designs and a few interesting ones. And now that all the runway shows are wrapped up, it's time to roll out The Smart Stylist's top 3 worst collections for Spring 2009. And hoping these designers will show better and wearable fashions in the upcoming seasons.

First on my list is designer duo, Victor & Rolf. When I saw Victor & Rolf's Fall 2008 collection, I thought they were just going through a fashion rebellion phase and they will be back to their usual fabulousness come spring. Well, I spoke to soon. Fabulous supermodel Shalom Harlow was the muse for their Spring 2009 collection. Shalom was a pinata, a parasol and whole lot of ridiculous wearing Victor & Rolf's Spring 2009 collection.

Supermodel Shalom Harlow wearing Victor & Rolf Spring 2009 Collection

Next on the list is Armand Basi One. The MC Hammer inspired parachute pants and revealing sheer tops are tasteless and tacky. This collection was like a time machine bringing me back to the early nineties when such look was the rage.

Armand Basi One Spring 2009 Collection (Photos Courtesy of Style.com)

Completing my worst collection for Spring 2009 is Francesco Scognamiglio. Why the exposed breasts? And the huge ruffle on the skirt resembling a flower strategically placed on the model's privates? All I can say is there are other ways to be provocative that doesn't require exposing model's body parts. It' unfortunate the creativity and hard labor becomes unimportant and seem non-existent when replace with unnecessary vulgarity.

So I decided to look back on some of this years Fall Collections over breakfast. Of course, Galliano, McQueen and Gaultier, one word FIERCE! Then  comes Viktor & Rolf whom I adored through the years with their elegant evening wear. I so choked on my fruit loops. And how did I miss this? The collection is ok. Put the gothic and dark pallette  aside, the craftmanship and detailing is impeccable. But when designers use fashion as a way of relaying their personal vendetta, now that's selfish!

The words 'NO' and 'Dream On' were not even subtly fused to some of the models in response to what they ( Viktor & Rolf ) are feeling right now and that is feeling the pressure of shows after shows, precollection this and that.. Blah Blah Blah.

You know what guys take a vacation. I know it's business but you didn't sell your souls did you?

Here are some photos from the show. Let me know what you think.

 

   

 

      

 (Photo Credits: WWD)