Emporio Armani Winter 2012 campaign video
Photographed by Mario Sorrenti, features models Iselin Sterio and Simon Nessman.
To bring the campaign to life, Mario Sorrenti has shot a short film starring the two models. Drawing on Giorgio Armani's love of cinema, this narrative references the aesthetic of film noir, and features an Emporio Armani couple in a contemporary, urban, industrial setting. There is an air or mystery and youthful excitement here, very appropriate to Emporio Armani new collection.
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"Madame Grès, couture at work" exhibition at the Musée Bourdelle, Paris
Madame Grès by Crespi. Femina, April 1949
This was the first Paris retrospective dedicated to Madame Grès (1903-1993). A mistress of couture who was adored by her peers, Madame Grès repeated throughout her life, "I wanted to be a sculptor. For me, working with fabric or stone is the same thing".
In the world of fashion, she was the pioneer of an intransigent minimalism. The sculpted dresses of Madame Grès have found a home at the Bourdelle Museum. The exhibition showcased 80 creations from the collections of the Galliera Museum, as well as loans from private collectors and contemporary designers.
Automne 1933.
Robe du soir fourreau. Jersey de viscose noir.
Printemps 1944
Robe d’intérieur. Jersey de soie (?) bordeaux, doublure en taffetas de fibres artificielles rouges.
Printemps-Été 1946
Robe de jour. Jersey de laine vert, doublure en mousseline de soie écrue.
Automne-Hiver 1952-1953
Robe du soir. Jerseys de viscose blanc et gris.
Vers 1965
Robe de cocktail. Jersey de viscose rose pâle, ceinture en cuir et deux queues-de-rat de la même couleur.
Studio Dorvine, 1934
Alix. Modèle n°102, Hiver 1934.
Boris Lipnitzki (1887-1971), 1935
Alix. Modèle de la collection Automne 1935
Boris Lipnitzki (1887-1971), 1936
Madame Grès créant une robe du soir pour Macy’s, Paris.
Henry Clarke (1918-1996), 1954
Grès. Robe blanche en jersey de soie et faille.
The exhibition allowed visitors to discover her most beautiful creations: evening dresses – drapes which in 1976 earned her a Dé d’or (Golden Thimble). Created between the 30s and the 80s, always in jersey and often ivory or pearl grey, these sculptural dresses have radiantly withstood the test of time. They were photographed by Richard Avedon and Guy Bourdin and widely featured in women’s magazines. Her dresses and coats remain an inspiration for couturiers and designers today.
via Paris.fr
"Make It Hard" exhibition by Helmut Lang
Installation view
The Fireplace Project, a contemporary art gallery/project in East Hampton presents "MAKE IT HARD", a solo exhibition by Helmut Lang. The exhibition is presented by Neville Wakefield and it will be on display through August 8, 2011.
"The columnular forms that rise from floor to ceiling invoke forces of nature and culture. They suggest both the accretive geological slowness of stalactites, and the destructive force of tornadoes. And if their material has been subjected to similar violence here it takes on the graceful abstract form of the endless columns; odes perhaps to Brancusi’s sculptural connection between terrestrial form and spiritual grace, life, and afterlife. Lang’s ambiguous forms are made not of stone or bronze, but of the objects and things he created during his twenty odd years as a fashion designer. The archive that stood testament to his immense achievement within that
field - he had shredded. The materials and fabrics he used to give temporary definition to the body are now just traces of natural and synthetic fibers, plastics, metals, leathers, fur, skins, feathers and hair - erasing the past and the difference they once stood for. Thus metabolized, the material began to take the form of strangely beautiful excretions: witnesses to both the transience of our creative endeavors, and the enduring need out of which such efforts are born." - Neville Wakefield.
Resign, pigment and mixed media.
Resign, pigment and mixed media.
Resign, pigment and mixed media.
Resign, pigment and mixed media.
Resign, pigment and mixed media.
Resign, pigment and mixed media.
Former fashion designer, currently artist, Helmut Lang was born in 1956, in Vienna, Austria. He lives and works in New York and Long Island.
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Aqua Di Lara 2012 Swimwear fashion show - Miami
Pink and prints are the name of the game for brand name Aqua Di Lara at Miami Swim Fashion Week 2012. Designer Reyhan Sofraci may be based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada but the statement-making style of her swimsuits seem to fit right in with the eye-catching style of Miami beachwear. There's a European element to some of the bathing suits. After all, Sofraci sells her wares in Canada, USA, France, Belgium, Monaco, The Netherlands, and United Arab Emirates, but the bathing suits and cover-ups still hold on to the vibrant, fun and fancy-free party girl vibe of the Miami Beach/South Beach landscape.
Kate Upton in Bridal Bikini by Beach Bunny Swimwear 2012 fashion show - Miami
The Beach Bunny swimwear line at Miami Swim Fashion Week 2012 is playful and sexy, with the first batch of models coming out in assorted red, white, and blue bikinis and beachwear.
The cobalt blue trim and jackets are made of sequins to make the outfit pop. Later other prints (like leopard) and colors (like neon yellow) arrive. The show opens and closes with Sports Illustrated cover girl Kate Upton. Upton is collaborating on a design collection with the brand. Beach Bunny is also showcasing the first-ever bridal swimwear collection where models wear white bathing suits made out of the material one would wear on a wedding gown, lace, and other assorted wedding-inspired motifs. Models also sport pearls and tulle. At the end, Kate Upton makes a statement on the runway in a high-waist wedding bikini, pearls, and a veil.
Cia Maritima 2012 Swimwear fashion show - Miami
Cia Maritima may be known on the Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo runways, but they can also make an impact in Miami! The Brazilian swimwear brand unveiled its 2012 collection during Miami Swim Fashion Week 2012. At least 40 smokin' hot looks were showcased.
The collection had an elegant French Riviera theme mixed with a 70's retro vibe that showcased the ladies who vacation on sophisticated tropical islands. Still, it also had an element of bohemian chic which was displayed in the various patterns and cover-ups. Exotic prints were everywhere, but they were mixed and matched in unique ways.
Diesel 2012 Swimwear fashion show - Miami
Born more than 20 years ago, DIESEL founder, Renzo Rosso, and team of talented runway designers reject ordinary swim looks and showcase the sexiest, most daring swimwear of 2012.
"Treasures of Vacheron Constantin – A legacy of watchmaking since 1755" exhibition opening in Singapore
Juan-Carlos Torres, Chor Lin Lee, Hairani Hassan, Professor Tommy Koh, Jörg Al. Reding, Julien Marchenoir
Vacheron Constantin celebrated the official opening of “Treasures of Vacheron Constantin: A legacy of watchmaking since 1755” exhibition at the National Museum of Singapore (NMS) in its true Genevan suave style. The exhibition is the first grand public exhibition of the heritage of the world’s oldest watch Manufacture with a continuous history.
Graced by Guest of Honor (GOH), Professor Tommy Koh, Ambassador-At-Large at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Singapore, distinguished guests were addressed by the GOH and Mr. Juan-Carlos Torres, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Vacheron Constantin. Joined by His Excellency Mr. Jörg Al. Reding, Switzerland Ambassador to Singapore, the exhibition was officially declared opened with an elegant ribbon cutting ceremony. Guests were then invited to tour the exhibition.
Juan Carlos Torres and Professor Tommy Koh
The master watchmaker
The exhibition
Guests were treated to an indulging dinner and were entertained throughout the evening with magnificent performances including a specially choreographed acrobatic presentation focusing on precision movement associated with timepieces by Dominic Lacasse; a Guinness world record holder for the longest human flag and most chin ups while in human flag position. Two live opera recitals by award winning Swiss Soprano, Rachel Harnisch amazed audience with her exuberant soloist performance accompanied by JP Schulze. The evening concluded with an after-dinner party at the “Vacheron Constantin Lounge” at The Ritz Carlton where guests chill out till late.
Video: Raquel Zimmermann for ELLE Brazil
Raquel Zimmermann shows us exactly what summer should look like in an exclusive fashion short from Brazilian ELLE. Visit Nowness.com for more information.
"The Royal Wedding Dress: A Story of Great British Design" exhibition at the Buckingham Palace
Remember the beautiful Alexander McQueen dress that Kate Middleton wore at the Royal wedding? Now, you can see it live at the "The Royal Wedding Dress: A Story of Great British Design" exhibition at the Buckingham Palace. This is one of the most beautiful wedding dresses I have ever seen, as Kate Middleton has turn into a fashion icon worldwide.
Backstage of Roberto Cavalli Winter 2012 campaign photoshoot
The Roberto Cavalli Fall/Winter 2011-2012 advertising campaign stars Natasha Poly, Mariacarla Boscono and Karen Elson. They are exceptional muses of the Florentine designer, who chose to use women with different personalities and appearances through which to represent his collection. Each of them embodies a characteristic of the Cavalli women: sensuality, sweetness and determination. The campaign was shoot by photographers Mert Alas e Marcus Piggot and Eva Cavalli as creative director.
Photo via LVR
Maxim's, Mirror of Parisian Life by ASSOULINE
The mythic Parisian restaurant Maxim’s - owned and operated for the past twenty-five years by iconic designer Pierre Cardin - has hosted patrons from royalty and celebrities to courtesans and starving artists since opening its doors more than a century ago. This captivating illustrated history also includes elegant recipes for classic dishes from the famous “bouchon.”
Shop the book on assouline.com.
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