Fashion Week Spring 2009

"I can't wait for summertime," exclaimed the designer in the program's notes. Lhuillier stayed true her own desires with a chic collection inspired by walks on tropical beaches. The sisal runway hosted embellished and tailored looks for day and sexy, goddess-like cocktail dresses and airy gowns for night. "Evening is about layers of sheer fabrics," she explained, "giving the illusion of seeing lots of skin."

See Monique Lhuillier's Spring 2009 fashion show at nymag.com