By Melissa Moylan
While a number of collections look to the past in Paris, there is a risingfuturistic aesthetic on hand for Spring 12. Pedro Lourenco pushes the idea forward with pieced construction, metallics and updated moto vests.
Mugler also gets in on the action with a sci-fi look that features sharp asymmetrical lines.

Architectural geometry is evident at Balenciaga with color blocking. Key items include hot pants and boxy jackets.