>> It's been itching at me the past two seasons, but I've managed to stifle it.  Until now.  I've got the urge to buy a long, flowy, hit the ground, can't-see-your-shoes-even-when-you-walk, maxi dress.  And apparently I'm not alone.  J. Crew, of all places, has a great option.  They made a reference to Talitha Getty, early muse to YSL, in the dress' description, so that didn't help but reel me in.  I love the shape of the bodice and the patchwork pattern reminds me of Marrakech.  It also comes in a great shade of coral (or white, which is not as much fun). 

>>  Hedi Slimane just bounced from Dior, is Galliano next?  Page Six says:

Fashionistas are already guessing when Dior will cut loose Galliano, whose tenure at the once-esteemed house lately has been tenuous at best.

Remember, this is coming from Page Six, and Galliano had a great season last time I checked, so I'm not sure where the "once-esteemed" part is coming from.  But maybe they know something I don't know...