Thurley Spring/Summer 2011-2012 Collection
Think I found my perfect RTW match! Is there any piece in this pic not to love?
photo: fashionising.com
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Thurley.S/S 2011
Thurley Spring/Summer 2011-2012 Collection
Think I found my perfect RTW match! Is there any piece in this pic not to love?
photo: fashionising.com
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Chinti.And.Parker. S/S 2011
Love Chinti and Parker' s casual lines and comfortable fitting!
See more of Chinti and Parker at chintiandparker.com and at netaporter.com
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Monday, April 25, 2011
Friday, April 22, 2011
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Maison.Michel
Maison Michel Large Fedora
Not enough time to style your look for today? Grab your Fedora hat...you can never go wrong with it!
photo: matchesfashion.com
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Exclusive: Interview.With.Fashion.Designer.Katie.Gallagher
Katie Gallagher. She currently lives in New York City, although she was raised in Pensylvania. She is only 24 years old but she's already caught the attention of NYC fashion world with her unique designs. She graduated two years ago from Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and has already won an intership at Anna Sui! One of her early designs that she did while studying at RISD was a dress made of metal springs that that actually ended up being pulled for Lady Gaga and Daphne Guiness!
She has a magnificent super blonde color hair with a touch of gray and she likes to put lines on her eyes since she was 16. Looking at her, she seems like a dark and mysterious personality. And I think this characteristic is depicted on her collections, too. Maybe, this is what makes Katie so special and charming at the same time. She is keen on wearing black, but black and gray seem to be her favorite colors when designing too. Her clothes tend to be futuristic with a strong structure and a lot of layering.
As I love Katie's unique style and designing talent, I got in touch with her and she was kind enough to answer to some of my questions on fashion, designing e.tc.
* I know that you like to paint landscapes before starting to design your collections..or so I heard. Do you consider yourself more of a fashion designer or of an artist in general? Or maybe is it both?
I'd like to believe that it is (or can be) a combination of both worlds.
* Where do you draw inspiration from for your designs?
Nothing too specific. Ideally, like to try to keep within my own.
* Tell me a little about your S/S 2011 Collection. What is it all about?
I titled my SS11 collection Arena. It was inspired by sports and the performance clothing involved; Running specifically. I have been a runner since I was twelve and wanted to incorporate this ritual of mine for spring/summer. Arena is also a lot about the introduction of bold color to the line which was a first for me.
* Why do you prefer to work with basic colors such as black, white and gray most of the times?
I have always been drawn to a monchromatic palette. I prefer drawing in fine black line on white paper or painting in monchrome and since I draw everything before I create it; I guess this just transfers right into clothing I create. Besides, everyone looks better in black.
* How far do your plans go? Any specific goal for the future?
I'd like to keep creating collections season to season and watch it all grow organically.
Katie on Herself:
"I LIVE IN NEW YORK, BUT I WAS BORN BETWEEN A FARM AND A FOREST SOMEWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES. WHEN I WAS YOUNG, I HATED WEARING CLOTHES, BUT I ALWAYS WORE MY CAT THOMAS ON MY HEAD. I GRADUATED FROM THE RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN, AND HAVE BEEN WORKING ON MY OWN SINCE. I DON'T BELIEVE THAT FASHION IS THE END GOAL; STORIES, PERSONALITIES, MOODS, IDEALS, AND ATTITUDES ARE. FASHION, WHEN EXECUTED SUCCESSFULLY, COMMUNICATES THESE ATTRIBUTES QUICKLY AND ELOQUENTLY."
source: katiegallagher.com
This is Katie's S/S 2011 Arena Collection
So many thanks to Katie Gallagher for being so kind and generous with me. I am hoping for a bright future ahead on global fashion world!
You can see more of Katie Gallagher at www.katiegallagher.com
Interview by LaFashionelle (please credit by linking back, when copying)
A.New.Version
Dion Lee shirt
That's a nice alternative of the classic shirt for summertime.
photo: fashioncopious.com
Saturday, April 16, 2011
It's.Cheap.Babe
Cheap Monday S/S 2011 Campaign.
I want them all. I hope for a flag store to open to Greece soon.
photos: cheapmonday.com
Friday, April 15, 2011
Lisa.Marie.Fernandez
Lisa Marie Fernandez covers W Magazine/ May 2011...and I fell in love with this black bodysuit...
A.Nice.Contrast
Do you know what looks really good when mixed? Leopard and striped garments do!
photo: citizencouture.com
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Exclusively.At.LaFashionelle: Ismini.Papavlasopoulou
Ismini Papavlasopoulou. She is a Greek Top Model who is mainly focusing on her international career. Well, she actually already has one.Ismini has been travelling around the world and she has walked on the catwalks of many famous designers such as Rebecca Minkoff and Betsey Johnson!
The F/W 2011-12 presentation period went extremely well for her. She participated in seven (7) fashion shows at New York's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and five (5) fashion shows at London's Fashion Week.
Need to say more?
Well, she's definitely got the looks. Looking at her, you can easily realize she was made to be a model. She is really tall (1, 80m FYI), she has a beautifully-shaped thin body, healthy long dark brown hair and she has a beautiful yet so charming face. She seems to be so elegant, calm and mysterious at the same time. The way she walks on the catwalks is unique, she seems to have her own personal style. But the most important is that she is a very kind person. At least, this is the feeling she gave me while getting in touch through our e-mails.
Ismini was kind enough to asnwer to some of my questions. Let's read her thoughts on modeling e.t.c.
*You have a successfull international modeling career so far. What are the chances given to Greek models when searching abroad for work? I mean, how hard is it to succeed in the international fashion field?
To succeed as a model in the international field is a result of many different factors.It is hard work and a lot of patience and of course luck and good connections.Connections are always welcome and very much appreciated!There are many models who try for a successful career for years and after one or two good jobs and a lot of promotion from the agencies they create a new path on their careers.But generally,you have to be very strong and be well with yourself,this is number if you want to work as an international model.As for the Greeks who travel , we're not so many , so every time you say that you're from Greece you hear good comments and interest about the country etc.A good way to start a mini conversation !
*Which is your strongest characteristic/asset as a model?
From the comments i have heard from clients i believe it is my profile and my legs the strongest characteristics.
And i usually get a lot of work in shows , so i am guessing it has something to do with how i walk or the body structure ..
* You are lucky enough to wear all these beautiful clothes on the catwalk. What is your style in everyday life? Do you like wearing brands, luxury items e.t.c.?
It is a great pleasure to wear brands and beautiful clothes in your work , take a little taste of how the good fabrics and designs feel , but i have to say you need a lot of money to be wearing brands everyday.And when i say brands i don't mean t-shirts with the logo !!
So , like many other models , i am liking the mix&match game.Some nice luxury pieces and some vintage , high end clothing.As for the style , i just go with the mood and of course the current city style.Something fashionable in London might feel to much in Athens.
* Tell me your biggest challenge you had to face so far in modeling and that you managed to overcome.
The biggest challenge would be....the traveling.It is a love to hate relationship.You love it cause it gives you the experience you need for work , the strength , the new ideas , scenery , people etc and you hate it for the loneliness , never having a stable place to call home and always have to make new friends.
I don't think i will be able to overcome this ...But i am trying to see the good side of it !
* What are your thoughts on Greek Fashion Bloggers? Could they have an impact on Greek fashion world?
I am not very familiar with the fashion bloggers in general.I know some international who are very well known as i have seen them in shows , and one or two fashion blogs in Greece.
I believe that Greek fashion has a long way to go in terms of bloggers , designers etc.
We need as a country to be heard, since not a lot of people are familiar with our designers & fashion people.It is not something that can be changed over a night , but i want to believe that at some point we could become a city to visit for fashion week.
Good luck to all and keep up the good work !
I would like to personally thank Ismini Papavlasopoulou for taking the time to answer to my questions! That means a lot to me! I wish all the best to come in her way really soon and I hope for a long lasting international career 'cause she deserves it!
photos: tfs
Interview by LaFashionelle (please credit with a link back, if you wish to reproduce part of the interview)
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