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The Haute Couture shows kicked off in Paris on Sunday night and ELLE’s market editor, Joann Pailey, is keeping a daily diary of Paris’ most talked about moments! Read on for her notes on Dior, Roger Vivier and Versace’s Atelier presentation.

12 00

Arrive à Paris!

13 00

Make a quick stop at the hotel to drop bags and change for first show.

14 30

Dior show at Musée Rodin on the Left Bank—always one of the most beautiful locations for a show.

14 50

Spot ex-edtrice Carine Roitfeld front row. She’s back attending shows after a full season hiatus.

15 30

Exquisite Dior Fine Jewelry presentation in gardens of the Musée afterwards. Champagne and ice tea as each of the one of a kind creations are explained.

15 40

Spot ever chic Dior Joaillier Victoire de Castellane wearing perfect summery Prada dress with print of blue and white Mediterranean tiles.

Bruno Frisoni's Petit Poucet Soleil clutch for Roger Vivier. Photo: Roger Vivier

16 00

Stop by Roger Vivier to see shoe designer Bruno Frisoni and his collection inspired by all things natural. Apparently, he was feeling a similar Mediterranean vibe as his presentation, which was held inside the Vivier boutique, was complete with olive trees and chirping birds to complement the theme of his small but beautiful 18 piece collection.

16 07

Bird escapes cage and flies around room. 16 09 Bruno catches bird in trees. Discussion of beautiful craftsmanship continues. Most impressive are a clutch with astounding marquetry work and sandals that look like they are made of wood, but actually are leather.

A peek at the Dior Fine Jewelry.

16 30

Off for a little shopping along Faubourg Saint-Honore, stopping in at French favorite Azzaro.

17 30

Head to Plaza Athénée to walk through Versace presentation. Surf inspired gowns are a highlight as well as a short black and green dress in a signature Versace print.

17 50

Meet friend who lives in Paris at bar at Plaza Athénée for a Rose Royale: their signature champagne and raspberry cocktail.

18 40

Arrive for Giambattista Valli‘s debut Couture collection. Front row is filled with young socials: Eugenie Niarchos, Tatiana Santo Domingo, Laura Remmington Platt, Bianca and Coco Brandolini. Lee Radziwill and Elisa Sednaoui were also there, the latter accompanied by her Mom.

20 00

Meet Chanel PR girls for dinner at perennial fashion favorite Le Fontaine de Mars.

22 00

Quickly stop for a drink at Le Meurice, the ELLE team’s second home during the ready-to-wear shows.

23 00

Bed after a long first day!