An Anthropic Mind: February 2012

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Oscars: Best Dressed Celebs

Rooney Mara in Givenchy Couture

Gwyneth Paltrow in Tom Ford

Angelina Jolie (and her awkward leg, lol) in Atelier Versace

Emma Stone in Giambattista Valli

Michelle Williams in Louis Vuitton

Sunday, February 26, 2012

Elizabethan Revival: Mary Katrantzou Fall 2012

If you have ever wondered what it would be like to live in the Elizabethan era, Mary Katrantzou provides you a glimpse of that period through her Fall 2012 collection. Katrantzou showcases English opulence and aristocracy through her usage of licentious textures and lavish shapes and prints.

Katrantzou’s eye for architectural shapes and construction transmits into a one-of-a-kind innovative and erratic aesthetic. She reported to collaborating with Lesage, the famous haute couture French embroidery house, to develop embellished fibers and sequined textiles for her collection.

“I’ve already done the peplum and hourglass,” she said backstage, “so I was looking for different silhouettes.” Instead, for this collection she uses everyday items such as spoons, a typewriter, hedges, pencils, and hangers to plaster onto the embroidered prints.

The collection synthesized Spanish influences with early 17th century faddisms. Tulip and a-line skirts, of which fitted flawlessly onto models’ waists, resembled similarity to hoop skirts and farthingales, prominent pieces in fashion during the 1600’s. High-necked chemises added onto bold shoulders giving the illusion of importance and nobility. Scarlet reds, emeralds, and canary yellows cemented onto whimsical prints to create luscious tinctures as if a box of crayons arrayed itself tranquilly onto the fabrics. Structural, body-conscious silhouettes accentuated onto model’s bodies to fit every curve, angle, and flection. Every piece presented a fluid, but soft elegance—as that to revive the mold of the Pre-Victorian style. Polish ornamentations such as suede ankle boots, bright pumps, and acicular togs paired with every article conclusively.

Katrantzou doesn’t just create clothes—she creates art. Every article and piece in the collection looks like it belongs in an art gallery or museum in Paris. Katrantzou emphasis what London Fashion Week is all about and stands for: innovation, creativity, and individualism.

Friday, February 24, 2012

Caroline Sieber in Christopher Kane S/S '12

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Street Style: French Women Cherish Classic Pieces

Name: Maud Aumis

Age: 34

Located: Paris, France

Occupation: Public Relations agent for a French television firm

Personal style: Classic & chic

Favorite designer(s): Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Sandro

Favorite fashion piece: "Jewelry always makes a statement."

Wearing:

Thrifted top & bag
Hèrmes scarf
Zara skirt
Ash shoes
Chanel glasses
Tiger Eye necklace

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Street Style: Becky Loves Colorful and Loud Clothing

Name: Becky Vanderway

Age: 26

Located: New Jersey

Occupation: Fashion stylist

Personal style: Loves colorful and loud clothing

Wearing:

Alice & Olivia top
Thrifted necklace
American Apparel leggings
Calvin Klein coat
Jeffrey Campbell shoes

Inside Tory Burch's Southampton Home

via Vogue.com

Femme Fatale: Reem Acra Fall/Winter 2012

Check out my review here: Scene B Scene: Femme Fatale: Reem Acra Fall/Winter 2012 Review

Friday, February 17, 2012

"Glamour in Staad" - Zang Toi Fall/Winter 2012

Check out my review here: Scenebseen.com: "Glamour in Staad" - Zang Toi Fall/Winter 2012

Saturday, February 11, 2012

Alexandre Plokhov Menswear Fall/Winter 2012

Alexandre Plokhov debuted his Fall/Winter 2012 menswear collection earlier tonight at the Runway at Exit Art. Amongst the guests included Tommy Ton, fashion photographer and author of the blog Jak & Jill, Vogue editors, bloggers, and photographers, ranging from the New York Times to Style.com.

Backstage: Hectic. Models, dressers, hair and makeup artists jaunted swiftly trying to prep for the show. Casting directors lined models up alphabetically for rehearsals and photographers lurked in corners trying to get good quality shots.