Josephine Baker, the beautiful African American dancer & singer was the first African American to start in a major motion picture. In the 1920’s she shocked audiences with her minimal, close-to-nothing dresses and her new and sensual dance moves.
In late 20's early 30's she was influent in many intellectual circles, her work was seen by artists as Mondrian and she was Christian Dior’s muse. With more than 1500 marriages proposal and an affair with Frida Kahlo I surely can assume she was a popular gal.
I absolutely LOVE her audacity in this movie. Look the way she ripped her beautiful dress to be able to dance more comfortably
osephine Baker , Princess Tam Tam 1935
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
What is inspiring me now....
On my stereo this week...
On my stereo this week, a Californian soul band that I felt in love called Fitz & the Tantrums. Check it out 'don't got it work it out'....can't stop listening!!! I also love their song "money grabber"
Lenny Brazilian Swimwear 2012 Collection at RFW
Lenny, the Brazilian Swimwear brand celebrated 20 years of career of its designer Lenny Niemeyer with a FANTASTIC 2012 summer collection at the Rio Fashion Week last week. The fashion show was hold at a beautiful natural spot, a lake called Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas in Rio. Lenny presented an ensemble of 20 years of her work, and as always, the collection was impeccable. The luxury swimwear brand excels by its perfect cut, the attention to detail, the design, the prints and patterns. Lenny was really inspired and so was I as I might get myself into a “tiny little weeny” bikini ;) Lenny was definitely one of my favorite shows at the Rio Fashion Week.
Ronaldo Fraga translate Sao Francisco River in a great exhibition
The Ronaldo Fraga exhibition based on the Sao Francisco River is nearly genius. Fraga is a well-known Brazilian designer that traveled the Sao Francisco River to get inspiration for his summer 09 collection. The culture of the people that live by the river is so diverse that he was able to put together not only an imaginative collection but also a great exhibition.
The collection was based on the colours of the river and its surroundings, by the local hand-crafted embroideries, by the texture of the coffee sacs, by the wood of modest boats, by the net of the fisherman and so on.
The exhibition shows the way the community lives within the river margins, their faith, and their costumes. You must check it out. It can be seen until June 26th 2011 at Pavilhão das Culturas Brasileiras, Ibirapuera’s park. http://saofranciscoronaldofraga.com.br
Monday, May 30, 2011
Hudson's Bay Company + Anna Dello Russo
The Hudson's Bay company -my former employer - launched a dream paper doll inspired by the 'fashion maniac" Anna Dello Russo. The drawings were inspired on the pictures of Tommy Ton and his photos of ADR are currently being exhibited in The Room at the Bay flagship in Toronto. Tommy is a total inspiration both as an image maker and a fashion careerist.
Kudos to Bonnie Brooks for bringing Anna Dello Russo and congrats to Tommy for the great pictures. I loved the fashionista paper doll idea.
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Brazilian Fashion History...
Did you know that Salvador Dali worked with Dior to design a dress for Sao Paulo Museum of Art (MASP)?
Dali's silk jersey aqua dress was developed in partnership with Christian Dior, in the 1950, for MASP. The dress was called “Costume for the year 2045” and I never thought the Brazilian museum would have in its collection such a surrealist costume.
The costume shows draping around the torso and the hips surrounded by metallic decorations and three faces. The red stick accessorizes the whole look - unexpected typical of Salvador Dali
Friday, May 27, 2011
F11 Osklen Collection
The F11 Osklen collection really inspired me. The well structured pieces have a minimal cut with a fun twist. I love the turtle neck that looks like a sweater and the fish leather hooded bag - my fave piece.
Sunday, May 22, 2011
25 ways to tie a scarf in 4.5 min
I received this video in an email from a friend and I had to share with you the 25 ways to tie a scarf in 4.5 minutes. I hope you like as much as I did.
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Market Research for Melissa, Grendene
Wellies are one of the biggest trends out there and a great market opportunity for companies that work with EVA. Check it out some of the slides of the trend research I've put together for Melissa in the first week I was in Brazil. 
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Tom Ford S11 Womenswear Collection
Tom Ford is a “genius of marketing” and he manage his career as well and as inventive as Madonna or Lady Gaga. Ford launched his S11 debut womenwear collection in a private show to a selected audience and limited press. The only photographer allowed was Terry Richardson – a very contradictory photographer. Celebrity friends such as Julianne Moore, Beyonce and Dauphne Guinness were chosen to model, creating an intimate event, almost a party. How many times do we get to see Beyonce on the runway?
In using a very smart marketing strategy, going in the opposite direction of every fashion house - that broadcast live the runway shows, Ford created a big buzz in the industry. Well know for making women sexy, he brought to the show a beautiful collection that mixed sexy clothes with 70’s lux with sumptuous leather, leopard prints, sequins.
Even though Ford S11 collection is almost old news now, I still had to share my love for Ford here.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
The women of Peggy Wolf
Peggy Wolf is a German Illustrator based in London that found out her love for illustration while taking a fashion course. What I like about Peggy's work is the attention to the detail, the way she communicates through her art and her choices of colour. Peggy was able to capture the soul of each of the women she painted as they portray a powerful yet feminine and fragile image. The choice of colour and the mix of technique - watercolor, oil paint and collage, add eccentricity and life to the paintings. I love it! You can find out a little bit more about her at http://www.peggywolf.com/
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
So long Dame Liz Taylor
The Dame Elizabeth Taylor, owner one of the most beautiful violet eyes, a voluptuous neckline, and a huge collection of jewelry, passed away past Monday morning. Elizabeth was known for her dramatic personal life, her eight marriages, extensive media exposure and a love for grandiose jewelry.
One of my favorite pictures of Elizabeth Taylor by Richard Avedon, 1964
Picture is the cover of her jewelry book
"Big girls need big diamonds"
Elizabeth Taylor
Source: fashionmostwanted.blogspot.com
The most famous of all her husband's was the actor Richard Burton, the love of her life who she married twice.
"What do you expect me to do? Sleep alone?"
Elizabeth Taylor
Source: fashionmostwanted.blogspot.com
Liz Taylor and Richard Burton
She wasn't a fashion icon, however she went to the fashion spotlight with the strapless white gown covered in daisies Edith Head designed for Taylor in 1951's in A Place in the Sun.
Her wardrobe also became very popular in a Hot Tin Roof where she wore a white dress that was licensed by its costume designer, Helen Rose.
Source: style.com
In the movie Cleopatra, 
So long Dame Liz Taylor!!!
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
I am feeling a little white
I am feeling a little white this season as I am seeing lot’s of white throughout the spring 2011 collections. The white was shown by different designers and it was seen in many forms and styles. The white trend was modified by each designer adding newness and flavour to the old summer white. Dolce & Gabanna has shown a romantic collection with lots of sheer lace and Calvin Klein, Chloe, Yves Saint Laurent, Doo.ri and BCBG brought the white to the runway in a modern and minimalist style.
I have put together a board on how to accessorize the white outfits. The biggest trend is white on white, however I also love to accessorize white with neutrals for a more casual look as seen on Michael Kors runway. If you choose to add pop colours to the basic white it adds a fun twist to your outfit. I hope you like it!
Source: InStyle magazine Mar 2011. Style.com. Elle Canada Mar 2011
Monday, March 14, 2011
Havaianas by Missoni
The Brazilian brand Havaianas- one of the most popular names in summer sandals - closed a deal with the Italian house Missoni to design a limited edition for the 2011 summer collection.
Missoni is a leader in fashion knitwear and it is known for using bold and graphic patterns. Havaianas couldn’t have chosen a better brand to design their ‘couture’ collection. The new styles bring Missoni’s signature tribal pattern in a multi coloured print with black as the background. There are 3 styles of sandals available as well as a flat espadrilles style.
The new collection will be launched in Brazil on April 25th. I want one!!!!!
Source: http://extra.globo.com
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