An American In Paris, On Holiday: Kenzo Resort '15

Kenzo Resort '15, in one word: mesmerizing. Balancing sensible French proportions with kaleidoscope prints, stripes, and exxagerated polka dots is exactly what we love to wear—especially, say, as an American in Paris.

The Torn Flowers Fancy Poly Jacquard Dress, with its high, criss-crossed neckline, reveals shoulders and legs while shrouding the rest of the body in dizzying torn chocolate and violet flowers. The menswear-inspired Dots & Stripes Poplin Shirtdress winks back to last night's antics—and offsets them—with demure pink and white polka dots striped with navy. Even pieces with subdued prints keep in-tune with playful volumes, like the Dots & Stripes Jacquard Sleeveless Top and matching Skirt.

A collection reminiscent of a transcontinental flight in Air France's heyday, it’s fitting for women like Elaine Dundy or her heroine Sally Jay Gorce, or any modern-day woman "hellbent for living."

P.S. Throwback alert! Remember when we played a collection-themed word game with Opening Ceremony co-founder/Kenzo's co-creative director Humberto Leon? Snippet below, read the rest here...

Navy Breton stripe: "classic"
Girl's chemise: "exaggerated"
Parisian daywear: "Parisian nightwear"
Hardware: "excessive"
Trinkets: "love!'
Sailor pants: "push it"
Gold chainmail necklaces: "the more, the merrier"

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