Timeless chic: Prada Fall 2004

“A dream of extreme romanticism… The idea of eighteenth-century painting, with video games. A romanticism between past and future.” is how Miuccia Prada described her Fall/Winter 2004 collection inspired by paintings of German artist Caspar David Friedrich and technology. For me, it was all about details…

The scrumptious prints and moody tweeds, sparkling drops of crystals on waist-cinching grosgrain ribbon belts and brooches, puffy skirts, chiffon dresses, soft fox fur scarves tucked into a simple t-shirt, and delicate cardigans for extra warmth… And there were the robots and ribbons, velvet and fur, leather and metal all mixed up in a way only Prada (and later on, Van Noten perhaps) could do.

Something from ten years ago that can be loved and worn today is the reason why I adore Miuccia so much – for being a rule-breaker and an explorer capable of designing thoughtful, beautiful and absolutely fascinating collections that capture imagination and give us something to adore forever.

The beautiful and mysterious campaign that accompanied the season featured Raquel Zimmermann, Karen Elson, Gemma Ward and Elise Crombez was photographed by Steven Meisel. Oh, those details… I can’t stop looking at them. It’s just like art, it moves me.

 

Photo source: Prada Fall/Winter 2004 collection and campaign (photography: Steven Meisel), RTW images via stylebistro.com

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It’s a boy!

Finally the baby, the third in line to the throne, the first Prince of Cambridge in 190 years is here. The little prince was born at St Mary’s Hospital, West London, on 22 July at 4:24PM weighing 8lbs 6 oz, and I am celebrating this moment in British history the only way I can – with the most memorable and adorable fashion editorials and campaigns created over the past ten years.

Photo source: Vogue US July 2002, Vogue Paris October 2006, CR Fashion Book, Vogue Italia September 2007, Vogue US February 2011, Dolce & Gabbana campaign 2013, Glamour Russia April 2010, Vogue, Givenchy campaign 2013, Tiffany & Co. Spring/Summer 2009 campaign, Vogue US November 2008, Vogue Russia May 2012, Vogue UK July 2012, Vogue US July 2002, Vogue US April 2013, Vogue US February 2003, Vogue UK April 2004, Vogue US June 2009, Vogue US April 2011, Vogue US December 2006

 

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La vie en rose: Karen Elson in Harper’s Bazaar 2013

Sometimes it only takes a beautiful spring weekend to make one break the rules. A bit of sunshine, copious amounts of blue sky and a cup of tea that I had in a garden while admiring freshly planted white crocuses. It was a weekend of flowers. Apart from the above mentioned perennials, I took plenty of photos of delicate vibrant blooms in a garden center and warmly welcomed a gorgeous clivia that moved in with us. Naturally, when it came to choosing a perfect editorial to match my mood, this story from the May issue of UK Harper’s Bazaar was just perfect.

Photo source: Harper’s Bazaar UK May 2013

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Having a ball with US Vogue and a little surprise from Lanvin

It’s almost here, the new year, the unknown, exciting and special chapter of our lives. What are your hopes and plans for 2013? Are you celebrating tonight?

P.S. And what would be a better way to wish any fashionista a Happy New Year than a whimsical animated card from Lanvin… 

Photo source: Vogue US December 1997

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12 days of Christmas in Vogue US 1998

I couldn’t think of a better editorial for my Monday post that falls on Christmas Eve. Gorgeous Shalom Harlow & Co. in a story styled by the one and only Grace Coddington and photographed by Steven Meisel for the December issue of US Vogue 1998. 12 days of Christmas, Vogue style.

Magical, fabulous, sparkling, festive and perfect in every single way.

Photo source: Vogue US December 1998

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