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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Private sale and you are invited

It’s this time of the year again to let your fingers touch the keyboard, get on-line and find your dream bag. Monnier Frères, one of my favourite shopping destination, is hosting another tempting sale offering up to 50% off some of the most desirable and fabulous handbags you could think of (including brands that aren’t available anywhere else). So why not treat yourself? I know it’s not Christmas or birthday (though there is always a birthday girl out there), but dreams don’t necessarily need a calendar to come true.

My best picks: 1. Marc by Marc Jacobs, 2. Michael Kors, 3. Angel Jackson, 4. Diane von Furstenberg, 5. Moschino, 6. Vanessa Bruno, 7. Tory Burch, 8. See by Chloe, 9. Carven, 10. Tila March, 11. Sonia Rykiel, 12. Marc Jacobs, 13. Gerard Darel, 14. Nina Ricci

 

Photo source: Amica Italy August 2010

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MFW Fall 2013: most indulgent

Milan wrapped a woman in the most sensual, delicious, timeless and beautiful clothes imaginable. After the sharp minimalism of New York and extravagant London, Milan visually welcomed me with wearable dreams and made me realise that, should I’ve had an unlimited budget, the shopping would be inevitable and so would be the tears of joy as I touched and embraced the clothes and buried my face in the wools, silks, cashmere and buttery soft leather inhaling the most intoxicating scent of luxury.

The lady-like full skirts and figure-fitted dresses at Prada, the soft and romantic as marshmallow’y clouds at Blumarine, the utterly gorgeous, sculpted and effortlessly chic Bottega Veneta, the Byzantine-inspired couture disguised as ready-to-wear at Dolce & Gabbana, the lady-like slick designs with a 70s feel at Maurizio Pecoraro and the emotional fashion moment at Prada.

And now it’s time to dream…

Dream No. 1. Blumarine

Dream No. 2. Bottega Veneta

Dream No. 3. Dolce & Gabbana

Dream No. 4. Maurizio Pecoraro

Dream No. 5.

Photo source: wwd.com

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Stylish quote

“When people think of fashion, they always prefer to see the crazy side, the clichéd side of it. But that’s wrong. Fashion is an important part of woman’s life.”

Miuccia Prada

 

Photo source: Vogue Australia September 2010

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Natalia Vodianova in Harper’s Bazaar 2003

And so today Natalia is back on the blog wearing Fendi, Jil Sander, Prada, Cavalli, Dolce&Gabbana, Etro, Armani, Ferre and MaxMara photographed by Glen Luchford for the December 2003 issue of Harper’s Bazaar.

Photo source: Harper’s Bazaar US December 2003

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