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Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Style Inspirations: Iconic Black + White

Contrast is an inherit part of life that while rich with intricacies, remains mysterious and captivating.... Such themes of contrast, depth and intrigue are perfectly reflected in black and white photos, which might be the reason why most of us are drawn to them. And if you want a lesson in style you'll find an abundance of inspiration in black and white. 
Juliana Forge by Ned Rogers for Helmet #2
Karlina Caune by Jørgen Gomnæs for Costume Norway December 2011 
Vika Falileeva by Nyra Lang for Deutsch Magazine
Coco Rocha WWD Beauty Biz November 18 2008  Coco in Motion 
Christina Ricci by Gregory Harris for Oyster #97
Fresh Face Brogan by Amaia Orozco
Juliana Forge by Ned Rogers for Helmet #2
Susie Bick by Jermaine Francis for Crash #58
Patricia van der Vliet by Greg Kadel for Vogue Spain October 2011 
Uma Thurman by Peter Lindbergh for Vogue Italia February 2012
Clémence Poésy for Marie Claire US February 2011 by Tesh 
Erin Fee by Angelo D’Agostino for Fashion Gone Rogue
Eszter Boldov by Damon Baker for InStyle UK March 2012 
Lara Stone for Calvin Klein collection 
Ana Beatriz Barros by Koray Birand for Harper’s Bazaar Turkey November 2011
Christina Ricci by Gregory Harris for Oyster #97
Susie Bick by Jermaine Francis for Crash #58 
Natasha Yaroslava by Zhang Jingna for Fashion Gone Rogue

The absence of color allows us to see past trends and into the depth of the photo, forcing us to concentrate on details that might have been overlooked in color. Our eyes are drawn to the folds in a dress rather than its shade, the mood conveyed through lighting and posture, the angles of a face, and the meaning and person behind a given gaze.. all of which are the true foundation of style and beauty.
Have a lovely day everyone

Monday, February 13, 2012

...Amore: the Romance of a dress....

Romance has many forms, my favorite of which being a perfect dress. Such a dress might be simple or complex, but its aim is always to use drape, color and texture to make a woman look and feel beautiful
Camilla by Toby Knott for Glass Magazine

Dolce & Gabbana Dress
Dolce & Gabbana
InStyle Magazine- Body of Work, October 2011
Emanuel Ungaro Spring 2012 RTW 
Luisa Beccaria Spring 2012 RTW 
Nina Ricci Pre Fall 2012
via The Satorialist
Natalia Vodianova
Nina Ricci Pre Fall 2012
Zac Posen Pre-Fall 2012

Yes, today is valentine's day but remember.. love knows no calendar and cannot be constrained into any single day.. it must be celebrated whenever it enters our lives and delicately held onto in hopes that it will never leave. Everyday we take in air we are granted the opportunity to love. Don't let a single day dictate or measure the amount of love you have in your life. Love and romance are beautiful spontaneous forces- you cannot plan them,.. but you can put on a beautiful dress and be ready for them.. :)
Have a truly lovely day everyone! 
xoxo

Sunday, February 5, 2012

...Waiting for Spring...

Counting down to the end of cold days we think we'll just wrap ourselves in wispy pastels, delicate florals and frothy dresses with lace and patiently wait for spring's return...
Giedre Dukauskaite by Paul Schmidt for Marie Claire Italia May 2011 
Charlotte Cordes by Koray Birand for Vogue Hellas June 2011

Giedre Dukauskaite by Paul Schmidt for Marie Claire Italia May 2011 
Linda Vojtova & Ruby Aldridge for Free People November 2011 Lookbook
Marloes Horst & Kendra Spears by Nicole Bentley for Vogue Australia February 2012 
Serenay Sarikaya by Eric Guillemain for Vogue Turkey January 2011 
Anja Konstantinova for Style Stalker by Darren McDonald
Annabella Barber by Matthew Priestley for Fashion Gone Rogue 
 Valentino Spring 2012 Campaign 
Giedre Dukauskaite by Paul Schmidt for Marie Claire Italia May 2011 
Erika Labanauskaite by Nando Esparza
Natalia Vodianova Glen Luchford Vogue Italia
Giedre Dukauskaite by Paul Schmidt for Marie Claire Italia May 2011 
Bianca Balti for Vanity Fair Italy March 2011 by Signe Vilstrup 
Keira Knightley for Vogue Italia January 2011 by Ellen von Unwerth 
Marion Cotillard by Matt Jones for Elle France August 2011 
Anthropolgie Lacuna Petals Blouse Jan 2012 Catalog - Behati Prinsloo
Lindsay Lullman & Louise Donegan by Natalia Alaverdian for Harper’s Bazaar Russia
Marion Cotillard by Matt Jones for Elle France August 2011 

Are you anxious for the return of Spring as much as we are? 
Have a lovely day everyone! :)