Lily Donaldson in Proenza Schouler

Photograph by Emma Summerton

Lily Donaldson in Proenza Schouler for W magazine

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Karlie Kloss: Anorexia or Harsh Criticism?

via vogue.it

This editorial featuring Karlie Kloss, which is featured in Vogue Italia's December issue, has been circling the inter-web for its "(mis)representation of anorexia" and declaration of unhealthiness. It has come under fire for promoting anorexia, eating disorders, and extreme thinness, and has been banned from many sites. According to editor-in-chief Franca Sozzani, one picture from the editorial has been pulled off the magazine's website due to it causing plentiful criticism towards the magazine and backlash against the fashion industry's unhealthy views towards thin models. She regards, however, that the problem is not of Karlie's body (which, I may add, is marvelous!), but the misunderstanding and misinterpretation viewers have of the angles and the type of photography and techniques used. Below is a statement she made earlier this morning:


"I did not remove the first picture from the site because I thought it set a bad example due to its thinness, but because I am aware of the fact that people can easily attach labels without thinking, so I believed I could avoid a pointless debate. I made a mistake. I had to do what I thought was right, that is leave the picture and let everybody express their opinion freely. The picture is beautiful and that's all."


To read more on Franca's view on the dilemma:
http://www.vogue.it/en/magazine/editor-s-blog/2011/12/december-12nd

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Sarah Jessica Parker in Theyskens' Theory

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“It’s much more inspiring not to go to places than to go..”

Chanel Pre-Fall 2012 RTW

Bling, jewel headpieces, satin gloves, gold sandals, bling, turbans, dreadlocks, and more bling - oh, did I mention bling? Well, that's exactly the focal point of this collection - the richness, polish and lustrous quality in habiliments. The Bombay-meets-India inspired luxe collection features hand-sewn embellishments and beautifully rich assortments of metallics, akrin, and gold. Female models dwindled in dreadlocks and jewel headpieces and their counterparts sported potent and robust turbans. And why wasn't I invited, again?


Although I may not be a grievous fan of Chanel, I have to admit this collection is absolutely splendide et magnifique! The best part of the collection, however, is not the jazzy clothing, but the essence that something as spurn as the Indian culture, which has not been very relevant in the fashion industry, is finally being focused on, and that the focus is not potent on India's past, but instead on its future. Karl Lagerfeld created this collection in response to his inspiration of India, or rather, what he imagined it to look like, as he has never been there (nor have I!). He believes it is, “..much more inspiring not to go to places than to go..” - and I completely agree. If this is what Karl imagines India to be, then hell (excuse my French), I'd love to be there! 

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Meg Gray in Marni + Prada

via Street Peeper 

Meg Gray in Marni dress & Prada bag

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Pringle of Scotland: Pre-Fall 2012

Pringle of Scotland RTW F/W '12

I am in absolute affection (and swoon) over this collection! It is both aesthetically and vocally pleasing, and reaches an all-around level of cohesion, without being too overly precise in statement. The best elements of this collection are definitely the color palette and the minimalistic approach in design. This is definitely one collection I am looking towards to seeing more of. Oh, the shoes are to die for, as well! 

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