29.10.10

Mi-Zo



To see more from the collaborative duo Mi-zo (Minori Murakami and Zoren Gold) click here

Dont Rain On My Parade... Oh The Costuming



Barbra Streisand. I grew up on this woman, pardon me if I sound like the stereotypical show tune loving gay, but there is an air of regal class to her that has yet to be reproduced and that is why she is so iconic. The costuming in the movie Funny Girl is one of my favorites, so many of the trends depicted can be re-adapted in modern society. I feel like with everything so gear toward futurism in fashion a touch of classical-ism would be nice. Though it does slightly remind me of the 2010 Dior Haute Couture Show.

My New Obsession: Ash Stymest




Photographer: Rama
Model: Ash Stymest

True confessions: To be brutally honesty I have a thing for bad boys, tattoos and musicians - two out of three isnt bad. Though he does not play, at 17 years old this boy is creating major buzz and has got me hook line and sinker. To see more of ash click here

Salarunkku....


                                                               To view more pictures click here

Photography by VILLE VARUMO
Styling by HEIDI MARIKA URPALAINEN
Makeup by MARII SADRAK
Models Ella & Iina @ BRAND MODEL MANAGEMENT



Oh Thee Avant-Garde. The reason I love fashion is that it is so open to your own interpretation, even though people try to dictate - what is fashionable. Fashion has its own life there is no one path to it. 

26.10.10

Parched

See more By Terry Gates 

Dior Homme





                             
10/SECONDS@FBWL_DIOR from O-LS EXCLUSIVE on Vimeo.

From Brazil, with love.

Wrapped


Photography Rene Habermacher
Styling Jean Luc Francaise

Im not one for gossip but...

Stefano Gabbana Doesn't Know Who Stella McCartney Is?

Twitter Conversation with designer Stefano Gabbana pronounce that he does not know who Stella McCartney as proliferated on the Internet, however, looks the most like a mockery. In any case, designer shade!

Fabio Viscovo - I LOVE Stella McCartney!
Stefano Gabbana – who ??????
Fabio Viscovo – ahahaha! You don’t like Stella McCartney?!
Stefano Gabbana - Who ????? The daughter of the singer ?????
Fabio Viscovo – Yeeees! Stella McCartney, the designer !!!!!
Fabio Viscovo – Stefanoooooooo, please !!!!! You don’t know Stella’s a stylist ?????
Stefano Gabbana – What’s she known for?? What’s her specialty??
Stefano Gabbana - What sort of style does she do? What’s so special about it??
Fabio Viscovo – She makes a lot of minimalist sequined dresses… … .. they’re really feminine. They’re perfect for a nude look!
Fabio Viscovo – Come on! You’ve just got to have seen them! And although she’s really famous … she’s still an upcoming designer!
Stefano Gabbana – Yeah, she’s upcoming after 15 years doing nothing!! Hahahaha
Stefano Gabbana – Aaaaaaa …… I see you appreciate nonentities!! Bravo!


19.10.10

Best Coast- Boyfriend



So Best Coast was recently in town, and I am totally kicking myself for not being able to go. I love them, with a sound so distinct, vocal melodies and rythms so akin to circa 50's  malt shop music. Here is a track from their latest album that has been ringing in my head for the last three weeks.

Plastered


Your guess is as good as mine.

Now This Is Opulent Squalor: Vogue Spain









                  
                            Photographer: Mark seliger
                            Stylist: Belen Antolin
                            Model: Alana zimmer


   So have any of you ever seen the film Grey Gardens? Im not taking about the recent HBO remake of grey gardens, but the original documentary shot by The Maysles brothers. That never ending web of enchanting crazy that is Edith Beale captured beautiful on one screen now channel into one shoot. I am simple wondering why no one thought to do this sooner?

Lanvin SS 2011


S/S collection for 2011.



I do not fully share the enthusiasm that many seem to have, the Lanvin spring and summer collection. Color-wise Alber Elbaz commanded on earthy tones and dull shades of khaki and petrol blue, mixed with scarlet. It was a much cleaner look and not nearly as ornate as we are used to seeing Lanvin . Billowing silk skirts and zipper details. Some garments shared zippers parting the garment in two, as in, a dress one side draped in silk and the other was a simple cut dress without sleeves. Many of the models wore flat sandals, flats are definitely right for spring and summer of 2011.



The shiny parka above contributed to the sporty feel of the collection.One of my favorites looks, along with an ornate khaki colored top.





14.10.10

Art Is Heart, Heart Is art













Perhaps looking for an encore of her last editorial for Citizen K, Harley Weir reunites with Richie Cotterell for another dynamic story. Turning the focus on art with models as their canvas, Weir is joined by stylist Jérôme André once more for a wardrobe that proves to be both tender and provocative. Mixing up the chemistry with the strong addition of Petey Wright, an intriguing tale of discovery unfolds.

Carolyn Massey SS11 Featuring Abiah Hostvebt



Abiah Hostvedt’s recent stay in London results in a poignant film from Chris Brooks for Carolyn Massey’s spring 2011 collection. Styled by Stevie Westgarth, the Elite/Redmodel spends a thoughtful day wandering with Massey’s take on a smart wardrobe helping to set the mood.

12.10.10

Pop Africana







Photographer: Oroma Elewa
Stylist: Opa Majek
Model: Atuai Deng
Make -up artist: Lauretta Mccody

Lately Ive been feeling disconnected from my african roots, so I looked to POP AFRICANA for some much need inspiration although I didn't find the afrocentrism I thought I would. Inspiration did strike! I thought  to myself fashion is universal there is no race ,religion or creed in it thats why it uplifts the masses so.

Glasser Apply



"Pure Euphoria" 

9.10.10

Inspiration : Stockholme - Streetstyle

With winter approaching layering is all I can think of...


♥ Alexa !

So, we have these chiffon full length skirts at American Apparel where I work and I can easly see this being done if you rip away one layer. Sheer Madness!

Got To Love A Simple Silhouette. 



I   Cozy Sweaters!