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Throne fit for a princess
Bow prefers this to the conventional couch…
Do you like my cape?
Bow chooses to wear her DANNIJO necklace as a cape, naturally.
by Elizabeth
"Get crap done." An intelligent pen conveniently placed in close proximity to Jenna Lyons' head.
Tightly Knit
Knitting isn’t only for 80-year-old grandmas or cat ladies.
In a recent trip to Reykjavik, Iceland, I came upon a brilliant piece by Elin Strand-Ruin and The New Beauty Council at the Reykjavik Art Museum. The piece was the accurately proportionate (slightly scaled down by 75%) layout of a two bedroom apartment in the suburb of Husby (Stockholm, Sweden)—wall blemishes and all—but instead of conventional dry wall and concrete, this space was knit together by the artist group for a project called (I)ndependent People. Stunning craftsmanship—boy was that bathroom absorbent—it makes you want to move out of your flat and into a fabric home.
Elin Strand and The New Beauty Council. Knitting House (detail).
Intrigued by textile art, I can’t help but mention the artist that immediately came to mind upon my visit to the Reykjavik Art Museum. Korean artist Do-Ho Suh is known for his extremely detailed sculpture pieces. These pieces are beautiful and I’m just going to break it down—I wouldn’t mind if he made me a dress or two.
Do-Ho Suh, the perfect home II (detail), 2003.
Is it interesting that I (and likely you) thought of clothing in association with textiles and knitting? In a recent argument with my mother, I had a thought or two about the division between fashion and art. Must there be a difference between a designer and an artist? Without getting too far into this (see next post), I believe that artists can indeed be fashion and accessory designers and visa versa.
Eleanor Bolton.
Jewelry available at Spiritual America, 5 Rivington Street, New York, NY 10002
An extremely talented and relevant artist to watch is Eleanor Bolton. Receiving her MA from The Royal Collage of Art, this lady is more talented than you are immensely talented. Her jewelry designs are a little less conventional than the chain link necklace or the beaded collar. Her pieces are made from a none-too-different process from the one that Elin Strand-Ruin and The New Beauty Council and Do-Ho Suh use. And while the two sculptors tell a story in their installation pieces, Eleanor does too. Whether or not the viewer can tell what she is saying is a test of his/her intelligence (BAM).
Also, maybe toilets are the new cape?
I'm O'Keeffe with that
A brief welcome back to my existence on The Style Curator. I've missed myself. My useless comments about fashion and art that are not so useless as the relationship keeps becoming more and more apparent in all of our lives. Just ask my brother who sits on the couch screaming about the Miami Heat sucking and what not. I promise you it is affecting him too.
And on that note, I have really reviewed the 2013 Resort collections and amongst other patterns (lace up/creep up/crawl up shoes, belts, long skirts, short skirts, headbands... trend alerts to those who are into such things!!!!!!!!!SJSFD)#@*$@#) I'd specifically like to call attention to the very obvious--at least to me--ode to O'Keeffe.
I've noticed a fast pace rising trend ever since Rodarte broke out with their obvious van Gogh sunflower print dress--designers are taking art quite literally. Chanel did quite the Monet Sauvignon ode to the water lillies extravaganza in their most recent (Resort 2013) collection and now I'd like to focus your attention on Balenciaga.
Oh Balenciaga. You always do it right. And in this edition I'm moving away from the slighly older (yet hip, you're always hip) masters of van Gogh and Monet and moving towards the Lady of the Hour (and arguably century) Georgia O'Keeffe.
O'Keeffe has been a name in the art word for quite some time. Even fellow artist Judy Chicago recognized her feminist power in the famous Dinner Party piece permanently on view at the Brooklyn Museum (check that party out...no invite necessary). O'Keeffe's art is said to exist to ignite and represent the power of the female spirit in us all. Even you, sir. I'm so into that and apparently Balenciaga is too.
Georgia O'Keeffe Light Iris 1924
Balenciaga Resort 2013 Look 22
See, SEE? Right in the crotch region of the dress appears an O'Keeffe floral delight! Fuzzy pollenized hats off to you, Balenciaga.
Taking over
It's been a while. Art has really taken over my life. But not just my life. Art is taking over the entire world's fashion world's life. It is! It really, really is!
Women's Wear Daily published an article earlier this week about Surrealism entering fashion accessories, and just last month The New York Times wrote an article about Jeff Koons entering into Lisa Perry's realm. But don't take my word for it. Look down.
No not there. What a pig to stare at my non-existents like that.
Here!
Olympia Le-Tan's canvas and brass clutch (Women's Wear Daily). This reminds me of a prediciton I once had: cue the eyeball trend.
I never said I like him, because I really don't, but here's Lisa Perry's cuff colab with artist, A.K.A. employer of artists that materialize his ideas Jeff Koons.
The new babe in my life. And she's cobalt, working her Yves Klein Blue as any bag would. (Taken with instagram)
If this don't say Lynda Benglis 'Blatt' then I don't know what does! #stylecuration (Taken with instagram)
Mmhmm that says collar, sweater, skirt, and onesie. If the weather is gonna be confusing so shall my outfit. Inspired by Hannah Höch: all hail Dadaism! #stylecuration (Taken with instagram)
A perfect day at Washington Square Park calls for an awkward headscarf and mini men's shoes. And so, I do both and resemble Anna Mandieta in beard transplant. Enjoy, Wash Sq. (Taken with instagram)
Last but not least, Paris (and I) present to you the cousins of other great names
Louis Vuitton and Miu Miu. BAM AND BAM.
Obvious close relative of Marc Jacobs FW '12 (the Creative Director of both houses), the Louis Vuitton collection has an extra oomph of sophistication. Like the richer and older cousin. The hats tamed down slightly, and the silhouettes, in my opinion, more wearable, kicked booty. Trends that were visible were: the all-popular mono-print two-piece which as you can see in the right-most look, is classy, elegant, feminine and textural, and a puffy sleeve or two, so pirates really are taking over. I told you so. The rich colors in each look are obviously well thought out. My legs tremble with the skirt-pant combos because my legs want to wear both skirts and pants. I think my favorite look of all must be that one alllll the way to the left. In detail view, that top and skirt are stunningly handcrafted attached squares reminiscent of a window pane.
Another friend of a friend, Miu Miu presents a serious case of Prade deja-vu. Didn't we see amazing mono-print textural suits once actually multiple times from all corners of fashion season before? Yes! In the nearby citta of Milano. Though these are arguably a little more playful, with the addition of more clashy-fab accessories and more boy-ish comfort infused cuts, I find the two lines a little too close for comfort. That said, if it ain't broke, don't fix it and Miuccia Prada's ideas were perfection either way. The suit, a classic of FW '12 lines up and down all runways, is a comfortable feminine and empowering fashion statement and filled this collection with the exception of some stunning detail enriched mini dresses which reminded me of the window-pane look from LV. Remember when women couldn't wear pants? I don't. Luhve.
On to the Martha Rosler Semiotics of the Kitchen inspired background to my Barbie oil painting. She's a hottie and will always be a hottie. (Taken with instagram)
Deja vous a la RTW
There has been an obvious trend of huge luxurious furs on the Runway, all of which PETA has probably had several continuous seizures over but what else has been rocking the runways? What else have the models been making me really jealous look sassy frassy?
Note: trends do and can cross over. Just don't make that your goal. Or else you are to look like an idiot fo sho.
Maurizio Pecararo, Roksanda Ilincic, No. 21
As colorful as a freshly formed bruise, these burgundy pieces are rich in tone and vibrancy. I find burgundy a perfect color for fall... and I guess Maurizio Pecararo Roksanda Ilincic, and No. 21 do too (respectively)
John Richmond, Alexander Wang, Alberta Ferretti
As white as the snow that has not and shall not (god willingly) fall, these white suits are crisp and fitted in all the right places. While all three show structured shoulders and the obvious whiteness factor, nothing else is the same. Nothing I tell you! None of these are designed by the same designer, none of the pant legs fall the same length, none of them are even cinched avec a button the same! It's really quite innovative taking white and a suit and making such masterpieces. Bravo.
No. 21, Maurizio Pecoraro, Acne
One of my favorite looks imaginable, and not only because my mother's suits from the 80's have this trend written all over them, the mono-colored two piece is daring and distinct. You really cannot go wrong by sticking to one color. I personally prefer breaking away from single color concerning the shoes and bag, but apparently Maurizio Pecoraro didn't feel quite the same way so hey, do that too if you so wish to but I rather you don't.
Lela Rose, Prada, Gucci
Like the good old fashioned Chiquita Banana commercial's dancers, these three lovely ladies who I am not sure are actually lovely or not are sporting mono-print two-pieces. Therefore, they took the mono-color look one step yonder and popped out some serious looks. That girl over there on the right may or may not be working the pajama-chic look. And that look there in the middle? Yeah, I'm gonna obtain that shoes and all. Wait but let's discuss Prada for a sec, because Miuccia Prada seriously killed it. Gasp.
Abigail Stewart, Alberta Ferretti, No. 21
Uber risque but equally beautiful, these three looks are amongst many sheer designs that walked down the runway. Yep, there were a lot of nipples this season. Because nipples are a trend in their own. And we all have them. Anyway, the petite dresses looked darling with capped sheer sleeves and even sheer trim down at the bottom. A daring yet classy trend. The only problem is fall=cold=.....
Alexander Wang, No. 21., No. 21
Another trend that makes me appreciate my mother's closet of wonders, high mid slit skirts are taking over. So watch out plain pencil skirts. What is exciting about these skirts is that a slit works with a narrow skirt, with a flared skirt, and even with a tutu though that may be a little S&M. The slit skirt works with the bulky top (see first look), with a clean button-down mono-color OR mono-print top. Business women and the like get your butts ready for fall.
Alexander Wang, Burberry Prorsum, John Richmond
And now it is time to thank my Grandmother because her closet takes this one. The movement of these fringe adorned pieces down the runway is incomparable. Think shag rug made out of silk. Yeah. It's that good.
Alexander Wang, Fabiola, Gucci
Here's a trend that I don't think could ever die. What skirt doesn't want a feather or two or five hundred? And what hat doesn't want to look like a peacock (think Sex and the City the Movie)? Like fringe, the movement of feathers really makes a statement. A cocktail dress, a jumper, or a skirt. I'll take all three.
Burberry Prorsum, Gucci, Roksanda Ilincic
I'm not sure but I may have to declare this one my almost favorite and it's not because of its affiliation to Seinfeld yes it is. The puffy sleeve has a very romantic look to it. I'm missing the jumper with puffy sleeve look because that one would be a serious score. The puffy sleeve makes you look like a heavy-on-the-top light-on-the-bottom kind of girl, and we're not talking chest. The silhouette just simply works. And you may be able to catch enough wind to fly.
Moschino Cheap & Chic, Peter Pilotto, Burberry Prorsum
Probably the most glorious of all is the eyeball trend. Blink your eyes and think about that one for a second. While you may not see the truth in this declaration other than Moschino Cheap & Chic's literal eyeball print (which is pure genius), that owl sure has some big eyes, and Pilotto's pattern looks pretty face-like to me (note the two eyes on her lower abdomen). I think I've just proved my point. May the world be walking with eyeball-chic clothes come fall.
That's a wrap.
all photos credited to WWD.com
Magic across the pond
And now it is time for me to catch my breath and virtually race on over to London just before Italy says ‘ciao’. I can’t help but ache for amazing coats and preppy-yet-still-artsy and quirky designs all of which I could image myself walking along a rainy Londonion road wearing. Get your umbrellas. Or at least get your glasses and read on to see my London picks.
Here we see some pieces I wouldn’t mind taking home with me. Roksanda Ilincic’s geometric and deliciously shoulder-capped furry collection is marked with beautiful details on dresses, jumpsuits, baggy pants and the like. The deep hues with those yellow shoes. Borderline die. Ilincic really knows how to get this girl excited. I especially appreciate a really puffy sleeve think Seinfeld Puffy Shirt episode circa 1993. May that series live on forever.
Acne is sometimes a good thing when it is all over your body. Jonny Johansson’s inspiration was Hans Bellmer (art in fashion, I tell ya!) and has stated that the theme of his collection is “body art”. I drool over the thick very mid century modern belts, sleek burgundy suits, puffy colorful sweaters, baggy patterned pants but most of all the outerwear. Get me inside one of those coats! While Bellmer doesn’t exactly come across in my eyes, other than the fact that he is 1) dealing with the female specimen and 2) doing some serious puffy sh*t, I do love a great art inspiration in any collection and wherever Johansson sees it, I nod my head. Because this man just handed me a great future style curation, should I be given any of said pieces (look 10, anyone?).
Erdem’s collection really embodies that London-look for me. Can’t you see yourself strolling down Regent Street in any single one of these getups? And it helps that Erdem Moralioglu had my girl Peggy Guggenheim in mind while creating this collection. The little-boy-with-erect-penis sculpture by Marino Marini at the Peggy Guggenheim, Venice is a classic. While Erdem usually leans toward a feminine-flare in his collections, we see some bad ass moves on his runway. Acidic yellows, kaleidoscopic patterns and an insane amount of texture and use of line and silouette really puts Erdem on the map of most daring and most successful shows this season. Does that middle yellow dress remind anyone of a certain Honor dress from New York? Clearly there's a trend here. Yellow knee-length streamline dresses for Fall anyone?
Mary Katrantzou can do no wrong in my eyes. Katrantzou’s collection is one of the few that tells a story for me—corrupted child turns princess fairy returning to bad ass. The detail in the patterns, and the volume in the pieces really is what stands out here. First let’s discuss line. From full astronaut-suited shoulders and ever-so-popular peplum evening-wear to the baby-doll-like mid-thigh-length dresses, I see a very whimsical girly fairy-tale like look going on and I like it. And dare we forget those head-to-toe single print outfits (cue looks 10 and 21). That for sure would get a good number of passerby dizzy.
all photos courtesy of WWD.com
New York in the flashiest of flashes
Last week was dominated by a frenzy of midtermish things and gross amounts of ADD on my part, and to be honest my little fingers couldn't type as fast as the looks came up here and there. However that is not to say that I didn't take note of which collections, and even more narrowly, pieces I appreciated. While I hate to say this, I only choked and gasped for air a few times, however I did not die for any collection. I am still living. The following are the pieces that did make me reach for my inhaler.
Proenza Schouler, Band of Outsiders, DVF
These pieces struck my color heart strings. Color, modern clean lines, and fall-season warmth all over. Awesome geometric lines and whimsical patterns are a real eye-catcher too.
Alexandre Herchcovitch, Alexander Wang, Cynthia Rowley
Three looks that do amazing yet different magic with textures: Herchcovitch makes a very clean cut look seem quite feminine and dressed up, Wang adds sex appeal with a slit in his skirt but keeps it real with a baggy upper-half, and Rowley's dress is feminine-the way the fabric is highlighted is quite sexy.
Naeem Khan, Calvin Klein, Fabiola
Three neutral-colored looks that I think will dominate stylistas this coming fall. Khan uses a flapper skirt with an Egyptian-esque neckline... and that beading. GASP. Inhaler needed. Klein's collection was O.T.W. (out of this world, get with) and I can smell some belted leather in my future. Fabiola's feather-skirted dress looks like a dramatic ornament that I would slip my body into before you could say "squak".
Honor, Lela Rose, Lela Rose
I am really feeling the girly whirly fun in these three looks. Business woman-gone-SEX in Honor's look. That yellow peaking out of black lace in such a conservative silhouette is so right. Lela Rose's two looks go from sexy-work woman to evening angel. Me likey.
all photos courtesy of WWD.com
Fabulous contemporary art professor RoseLee Goldberg spotted in the style section of the Sunday Times. Knew I loved that spunky lady. (Taken with instagram)
Black and blue together is so Adolph Gottlieb it almost kills me [with exuberance] (Taken with instagram)
The Layering Guru
Last week we lost one of the ultimate contemporary artists of our time, Mike Kelley. His art, among many other adjectives, was and is innovative and fresh. Represented by Gagosian Gallery, Kelley's artwork is a big deal among the big dealers and among students who seek for that deep dark side in art like my deep dark self. What the young contemporary artists-in-training seek to do, Kelley has already done: his kitschy philosophically-loaded works make us reminiscent of our pasts, aroused by the present, and ravaged by the possibility and unsureness of the future. If you doubt his geniusness which isn't a word but at the same time is the perfect word, why didn't you think of shitting on stuffed animals? Think about that.
Eviscerated Corpse (1989)- courtesy of Art Institute of Chicago
Marilyn Minter referred to his genius creations as "mining a thirteen year old's bedroom" but really it's like mining my bedroom today.
dress vintage t-shirt DANNIJO shirt Equiptment tights Uniqlo shoes ACNE jewelry DANNIJO, vintage, Victoria & Albert Design Shop
The patterns, the baby ballerina bun, not really the shoes, and the pink o' plenty is all an ode to Mike Kelley. So are the knots on my shirts which are equivalent to three nipples.
And every time you but mostly I throw clothes on in a clashy yet systematic way--try "layering"--you are taking a page out of Mike Kelley's book of art. R.I.P.