In 2008, remarkable coverage, as our cameras capture the exclusive Haute Couture ateliers of Christian Lacroix and Valentino who bids the fashion world a fond farewell with his retirement collection. We also take a look back at the 40 year career of Ralph Lauren and his latest tour de force show. We celebrate “Superheroes” at the Metropolitan Museum’s Annual Costume Exhibition. Meet the creator of the dramatic jewelry that completes Alexander McQueen’s dark visions, Shaun Leane. Plus we feature supermodel Heidi Klum’s newest endeavor, and the year’s Trends , CFDA Award winners, and the best collection of the season from John Galliano. And, sadly, we say goodbye to fashion great, grand couturier, Yves Saint Laurent.