The fashion of Valentino underlines a dreamy, beautiful and delicate style. Sensuous in drapes, precise in cuts yet eternally romantic. High on tradition with the vintage Valentino red, the classic 'old school loveliness' returns through a profusion of magical moments in elegant, artistic sashes, bows and ruches. The Spring 2007 collection has the vibrant hue of poppies, dancing in the breeze, taking dramatic centre stage. Red triumphs in evening wear and the showstopper is clearly the shapely, scarlet strapless goddess gown dramatically wrapped with an expertly knotted, flow away georgette drape a la Hollywood superstar.

Valentino is the irrefutable master of elegance and sheer luxury. This reflects in the intricate detailing and tastefully body-conscious silhouettes crafted as part of the collection. Each garment hardly weighs a few grams. The fabrics are both delicate and rich - in laces, chiffons and silk crepe. Languid skirts, one-shouldered ruffle gowns, empire waist dresses and asymmetrical, slinky cuts form the flirty, feminine and fantastic range. There is the ivory polka dotted organza dress with ripples of pristine frill running around the throat and shoulders, the fragile sugar pink and lavender chiffon that caresses your skin, the exquisitely tailored puffed-shoulder sequin jackets for the extra bling and the plethora of prettily placed bows and sashes. Svelte cocktail dresses made of satin bands and tulle strips and beautiful accessories on shell pink, ivory and striped clutch bags are other eye-catching designs.

The inimitable Valentino touch is evident in the pleats, tiers and crisp and ruffled fabrics for the soft touch. The hot picks of the season are delicate toe peepers with sweet bows. Though to set off each Valentino creations to the maximum advantage, you will have to shape up to feel like a million bucks. Simply because each of his designs is a gorgeous celebration of sheer romance.