Anticipation was high and nerves coiled, as fashion watchers waited for the Halston collection to roll down the catwalk in New York yesterday.

Front row was creative Consultant Tamara Mellon (dreamed up Jimmy Choo) who revived the label, handing the design reigns over to Marco Zanini, head of couture for Versace.

Wide-leg flares, key tunics and the classic shirt dress hinted at Haltson Seventies style while lush fabrics such as cashmere and mink embraced the luxe look.

While diehard fans might be disappointed that the overall look was less glamour and more understated gloss, we reckon Zanini played it right. First stop sleek and simple, next stop the world…

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