>> Margherita Missoni was dangled above Venice in Missoni wings and dress to kick off the annual carnival last week, but this afternoon, she was right outside her mother's show in Milan, smoking while everyone waited to get inside. The collection that debuted is one of the first this season that has really seemed to invigorate everyone about next season — online and front row viewers alike seem to be in raptures. The styling, impeccable — layers and layers of scarves wrapped heads loosely, cardigans fitted under jackets and over leggings — knitwear everywhere, as the brand's heritage dictates. Even in a palette of neutrals with the occasional staccato of blue, the looks were gripping, seamless — and no doubt, we'll be a seeing a lot more of them in the months to come.
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>> INSIDER WIRE —Sure, Oscar de la Renta's son Moises may be debuting his own line, MDLR, this season — but he has a long way to go if he aims to be the heir to his father's design house. Oscar isn't planning on retiring anytime soon, but right now, he told Cathy Horyn he thinks his son-in-law and CEO of the company, Alex Bolen, may be the best person to succeed him — he's "the one person who challenges me all the time." [
>> INSIDER WIRE —New York Times's T magazine — which just last weekend brought us tidbits about 
Making a comeback this season is denim brand Les Halles which first launched back in the seventies. The husband and wife team behind Les Halles worked with their daughter this time around, as it was she who thought to revitalize the brand. Back when the brand first launched their signature style was a slouchy boyfriend-style jean which, their daughter noticed, would soon be fashionable again. The best part is that Les Halles jeans are low-priced by today's standards--they retail for quick $120 a piece. 
