On September 13, I attended the Monique Lhuillier Spring Summer 2011 runway show at Lincoln Center during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Inspired by a dream she had of a modern-day Garden of Eden, Lhuillier created a sartorial garden of cocktail dresses and gorgeous floor-length gowns rendered in a feminine palette of soft blues, greens, pinks, and whites which were punctuated by breathtaking apple red pieces. Subtle reptile print chiffons and floral brocades continued the garden theme as did gold paillettes and embroidery that looked like shimmering dew. Naturally I loved the ball gowns which were chic, romantic and fanciful, perfect for the red carpet (not that I have any red carpets to dress up for, but it's fun to dream). Celebrities in attendance included Alexis Bledel, Emma Roberts and Olivia Palermo. The crowd collaboratively swooned and clapped in approval when the show ended.

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