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Non-Angelinos have time and time again slighted us for being below the fashion curve. While the Los Angeles design community may be trailing its cutting-edge counterparts in New York, Milan and London the truth is, we really know how to put on a good show.

With a Hollywood-infused big-budget blockbuster mentality, the LA catwalks spend a pretty penny to get their point across. The opening acts were especially impressive. Christian Audigier’s namesake collection had a few highlights. Two British soldiers stood guard in full regalia as spectators filed in. Next, a parade of dancers rushed the runway. We had everything from the scantily clad midriff-baring women to the band of child hipsters strutting their dance moves. From giant waving American flags, to Great Danes on the catwalk, to violin players and live DJS, there was never a dull moment. In his characteristic showmanship, Audigier closed the show with a downpour of confetti (and even a smooch for Heidi Klum). His Ed Hardy show followed suit with flashing neon strobe lights, shutter shade-clad models, blaring techno music and again, the adorable street-kids that had everyone cheering from their seats.

In a different take on spectacle, across the tents Caroline D’ Amore, actress and Paris Hilton gal pal, shows us nearly nude Amazonian women in her debut line of itsy bitsy beachwear. The bikini barrage was an event loved by all, especially the male audience members in attendance. There are however other options for designers who want to make that lasting statement. Julia Clancey proved you don’t have to bare all to make a point. Clancey opened her collection with a more serious, striking note: a breathtaking British opera star belts it out in her jeweled ivory Clancey kimono. Truly exquisite.

All in all, the caliber of fashion and the high voltage production value made me proud to be part of the LA fashion scene. LA fashion is evolving, energetic, and eco-friendly-trend-setters in our own right. Plus, how many fashion shows in Paris or London have Disney superstar Miley Cyrus front stage and center?

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Read more on L.A. Fashion Week from Davida on Vogue.com