Online - September 14, 2007

Lean on Mille

Marion Mille Clothing

Everyone says French women have a certain je ne sais quoi.

But that’s all Greek to you.

Allow French couturier Marion Mille to explain via her clothing line, which is finally available stateside.

After designing for Vanessa Bruno for four years, Mille has at last launched her own complete collection — and it’s just as perfectly tailored and subtly sexy.

The palette of black and neutrals leaves the charm in the intricate details, like textured fabrics and knitting. There are safe bets in the form of sleeveless merino babydolls and deep-V velvet cocktail dresses, as well as total fashion risks like the pantsuit jersey jumper, complete with low crotch and cocoon sleeves.

The pieces make for a perfect balance to keep people guessing what you’ll wear next.

And that’s no gobbledygook.

Available online at satineboutique.com. To see styles, go to marionmille.com.