Bangkok--21 Aug--Maxima Consultants Karen Millen from England echoes fashion’s strong direction for autumn/winter 08 with a focus on chic hourglass shapes and boldly feminine pieces. Sculptural cuts are key from nipped-in Victoriana jackets to the perfect pencil skirt. Look out for statement details including ornate ruffles and pleating on blouses and on the ultimate gowns. The new collection is now available at Siam Paragon, Siam Discovery, Central Chidlom and EmporiumReturn to Elegance Womanly silhouettes dominate for autumn. Heavy, ultra-chic lace is used in shift dresses and form-hugging pencil skirts while a black stretch wool dress emphasises curves with a neat 40s style peplum. Blouses with ruffle details contrast with flattering tailored trousers in fine wools or textural tweeds. High-waist denim jeans are paired with a white blouse and sharply cut jacket for a fresher take on tailoring. Egg-shaped jackets recall vintage couture shapes.Perfect Polish The stiletto makes a return in sleek high-shine leathers. Over-the knee boots provide the perfect finish to skinny jeans or softer chiffon dresses while neat clutches remain the chicest carry-all.Seventies Luxe The Bohemian spirit lives on in chunky knit long cardigans and patch pocket faded denim flares. A khaki satin all-in-one brings a chic hippie vibe to the collection while cosy outer-layers include fitted coats and neat gilets in fluffy shearling. The classic reefer gets an update too with sculptural collar and stitch detail.Cocktail Dressing Karen Millen’s signature eveningwear focuses on the details this autumn. An asymmetric raspberry satin cocktail dress is covered in intricate origami folds while a deep inky blue dress drapes across the hips. Statement bows appear on black stretch shifts or a cute butterfly prim prom dress. Floor-length gowns are also key; columns in raspberry or black are adorned with angular pleats. For more information, please contact Maxima Consultants Company Tel 02-434-8300, 02-434-8547 Suchinda, Saengnapa, Pitiya