She knew the paw well, dipped in white fur, claws that alternated black, ivory, black, ivory.

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Especially stunning was the black silk faille and ivory swansdown dress on Andreea Diaconu (above).

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Pieces by Riccardo Tisci of Givenchy are standouts, his mix of gold pyramid studs on ivory cashmere and black wool graphic yet ineffably feminine not an easy achievement.

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The show earlier today continued on that trend of youthful, layered textures and interesting fabrics but darkened it slightly, giving us forest-colored wool peacoats, ivory shearling, black denim, motorcycle coats and black fur trimmed vests.

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Wang's Fall 2012 bridal collection departed from the typical matrimonial hues of white and ivory and included several black wedding dresses, while her spring 2013 bridal collection was emblazoned with scarlet-hued gowns.

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The situation would quickly worsen if the incentive for poaching increased by the appearance of an outlet for ivory more lucrative than the present black market.

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But for Thiam, the first black CEO of a FTSE 100 company, being a cabinet minister in Ivory Coast was much tougher than heading a global company.

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The Black Stars, who are the second favorites to win the competition behind Didier Drogba's Ivory Coast side, beat Niger with goals from Asamoah Gyan, Christian Atsu and John Boye.

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