To all the MAGNIFICENT Moms!
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Vote For figure8studio For Top 10 Vintage Sites!
Please vote my vintage store figure8studio for Top 10 Vintage Site of 2010!
To vote please follow the link to Lulu's Vintage Blog and post your vote/support for figure8studio!
Only one post per person.
Votes will be tallied and the top 10 will be announced on Monday, May 31st.
Thank you for your continued support and friendship!♥
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Trashy Fashion: Haute Trash
I try to make it to this show every year. There are a few so so's (props for effort) but some exceptional ones as well.
'Garbage can be gorgeous, as evidenced by Saturday's night's "Haute Trash" fashion show at the New York Fashion Academy in Ballard. Sponsored by Seattle's recycling gurus at the ReStore,local designers fashioned incredible outfits out of stuff the rest of us just throw away. You won't believe some of the things they came up with.'
'Garbage can be gorgeous, as evidenced by Saturday's night's "Haute Trash" fashion show at the New York Fashion Academy in Ballard. Sponsored by Seattle's recycling gurus at the ReStore,local designers fashioned incredible outfits out of stuff the rest of us just throw away. You won't believe some of the things they came up with.'
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Friday, February 12, 2010
In memory of Alexander (Lee) McQueen
16 March 1969 – 11 February 2010Visionary, artist, showman, staging genius, trend setter of the modern fashion world.
His critics called his work 'dark' I call it Organic, Romantic, Haunting, at times Goth.
Birds - he loved them. Skulls, crossbones, insects, feathers...a celebration of the earth.
Recurring Eagle Theme.
Pure Drama.
Discovered by Isabella Blow he paid homage to her eccentric style after her death in 2007 by sharing the runway with avant-garde head pieces by Philip Treacy in his spring/summer 2008 collection.
Totally Organic - Basket, Feathers...
Heart be still! - Steam Punk
Recycling?
Aimee Mullins modeled for McQueen wearing hand carved wooden legs made from solid ash, everyone thought they were boots.
Alexander McQueen infused the excitement of old school Yves Saint Laurent and Valentino Couture shows.
The following are my favorite articles.
Joyce McQueen interviews her son Tuesday 20 April 2004
'Meeting the Queen was like falling in love'
In this link - Cathy Horyn reflects on Alexander McQueen's talent, his career and his contributions to fashion.
Remembering Alexander McQueen
In the following link editors of T Magazine recall their favorite memories of Alexander McQueen.
Remembering Alexander McQueen - A celebration of his life.
And finally
A Chat With Alexander McQueen
It was Daniel Milford-Cottam, a member of a vintage clothing group I belonged to some years ago, who first peaked my interest in Alexander McQueen.
Rest in peace Lee, we will miss you.
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Thursday, February 4, 2010
Monday, February 1, 2010
52nd Grammy Awards Show
Newspapers, blogs..., even those that are not fashion oriented, are a-buzz buzz about Lady Gaga's costumes last night at the red carpet and Grammy Awards show. She dressed exclusively in Giorgio Armani Privé encrusted with Swarovski crystals, Alexander McQueen shoes.
I always said that if you are in show business as long as they are talking about you the next day you win.
I think I would have been a little bit peeved if I would have sat behind this number.
Other notables
Beyoncé in sculptural Stephane Rolland
Katy Perry wearing Zac Posen
Rihanna in Elie Saab
Taylor Swift beautiful in Kaufman Franco
Here is another angle because that frontal shot makes her look like she is expecting.
Nicole Kidman & hubby Keith Urban both in Prada.
Heidi Klum in Pucci with handsome hubby Seal
Keri Hilson in a pink champagne Dolce & Gabbana mermaid gown
Ciara in Givenchy
Britney Spears attempted a similar effect in this Dolce & Gabbana but Im afraid she failed. It was just unflattering.
Fergie in Pucci
Jersey Shore Reality TV celeb Nicole "Snooki"
Sorry Snooks, I'm all for celebrating the body of a real woman but when you have the shape of an eggplant you should avoid tight clothing.
And because you are still young and I dont believe in criticizing without offering constructive advice; first of all I would not wear shiny fabrics but if you must - a few from Diane Von Furstenberg line just to give you an idea.
Now, I know the following comment may not hit the right tune with Taylor Swift fans but neither did she when she performed with Stevie Nicks. Some of my friends made comments that it was painful to watch at times and they were right.
Judge for yourself:
Hint @ 37, 51, 1:11, 1:14, 2:00, 2:09, 2:23, 2:30...
Once maybe but (?!?!?!)
My absolute favorite part of last night's Grammy show was Jeff Beck & Imelda May's Beautiful tribute to Les Paul
Congratulation to all the winners!
I always said that if you are in show business as long as they are talking about you the next day you win.
I think I would have been a little bit peeved if I would have sat behind this number.
Other notables
Beyoncé in sculptural Stephane Rolland
Katy Perry wearing Zac Posen
Rihanna in Elie Saab
Taylor Swift beautiful in Kaufman Franco
Here is another angle because that frontal shot makes her look like she is expecting.
Nicole Kidman & hubby Keith Urban both in Prada.
Heidi Klum in Pucci with handsome hubby Seal
Keri Hilson in a pink champagne Dolce & Gabbana mermaid gown
Ciara in Givenchy
Britney Spears attempted a similar effect in this Dolce & Gabbana but Im afraid she failed. It was just unflattering.
Fergie in Pucci
Jersey Shore Reality TV celeb Nicole "Snooki"
Sorry Snooks, I'm all for celebrating the body of a real woman but when you have the shape of an eggplant you should avoid tight clothing.
And because you are still young and I dont believe in criticizing without offering constructive advice; first of all I would not wear shiny fabrics but if you must - a few from Diane Von Furstenberg line just to give you an idea.
Now, I know the following comment may not hit the right tune with Taylor Swift fans but neither did she when she performed with Stevie Nicks. Some of my friends made comments that it was painful to watch at times and they were right.
Judge for yourself:
Hint @ 37, 51, 1:11, 1:14, 2:00, 2:09, 2:23, 2:30...
Once maybe but (?!?!?!)
My absolute favorite part of last night's Grammy show was Jeff Beck & Imelda May's Beautiful tribute to Les Paul
Congratulation to all the winners!
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