The Look -- B.W. Cook

In the world of high fashion, the house of Escada has risen to the

pinnacle of respect. Expensive, exquisite and essential wardrobe elements

have made the Escada label a must-own for the well-dressed woman.

The European house, headquartered in Germany, is represented by fine

stores in Orange County, including a signature boutique at South Coast

Plaza. The Escada lines include fabulous evening couture, worn by some of

the world’s most famous women, to classic suits in the Solo Bianco line,

chic sportswear from the Tutto Nero line, retro inspirations from Sexy

Graffiti (based on the ‘60s look), as well as animal fabrics and designs

from the Nairobi collection. Our Escada model shows off the range of the

collection accented by jewelry available at the boutiques.

The Fashions

1. This animal-print strapless dress retails for $1,240. To spice up

this look, add a glamorous evening sandal ($410). The swinging hearts

necklace in 18-karat yellow gold retails for $18,400.

2. From the office to cocktail hour, this animal-print jacket is sure

to be a crowd pleaser. The three-button jacket retails for $1,750 and the

flat-front pant retails for $550. The adorning tiger-print sandal is

$450. The neutral-tone leather tote is available at any Escada boutique

for $800.

3. This great black polka-dot skirt with matching shoe and bag retails

for $1,100. The bag is available for $800, and the shoe retails for $400.

4. This great suit with lace detailing is for the Escada woman -- the

woman on the go who changes her look at a moment’s notice. The jacket

retails for $1,550, the pant for $650 and the shoe for $400.

5. This sexy pink silk flare dress retails for $1,800. The

complementing shoe retails for $390.

6. Glamorous in or out of the spotlight, this beautifully contoured

dress retails for $2,000. Add the perfect accessory: the elite diamond

ring in white gold, starting at $34,900.