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Hermes: Ride 'Em Cowgirl

Paris - It's amusing that in a moment when American economic policies are being questioned in the midst of the current financial crisis that France's most illustrious luxury label, Hermes, should dedicate its entire collection to the United States' quirkiest contribution to modern entertainment, the cowboy movie.
Make that cowgirl, since Hermes designer Jean-Paul Gaultier sent out a posse led by veteran models Stephanie Seymour and Naomi Campbell, who sizzled like a Dodge City gambling hall gal in just knickers and an off the shoulder fringed cashmere shawl.
Gaultier's finest looks were faded crocodile rancher jackets worn with aplomb by Canadian cool model Coco, while a small band of models emoted in suede Comanche shirts and minis.
Slouch suede boots, fringed skirts, excellent Sixties graphic platforms, a Birkin bag, with fringe, of course, and some wonderful Ringo Kid silver bracelets all added to the cowgirl moment.
Adding to the Wild West mood, the catwalk was desert sand with huge cacti, and the soundtrack featured spaghetti western meets the theme music to Orson Welles "Touch of Evil."
Gaultier took his bow, cigar in hand, Stetson on his head, running down the catwalk before tossing the hat into the audience to the massed cheers of Yeehigh!

Midst- medio
Luxury-de lujo
Led- conducido
Sizzled- chisporroteado
Gambling-apuestas
Knickers- bragas
Fringed- con flecos
Shawl- manton
Emoted- manifestado emoción
Suede- ante