Thursday, September 15, 2011

BACKSTAGE AT MARCHESA Spring 2012


Marchesa had in the past done their show as a static presentation.

This was the first runway show for Marchesa.  And what better location than the Plaza?




The ladies line up in their tulle ruffles, fringe and chiffon feather embroidered gowns.  You could not get more luxury than this.  All in subdued lavenders, blues, whites...and later come the black and graphic beaded pieces..




Karel Elson in the stunning pleated silk and tulle ballgown before hair and makeup.  That lady knows what shes doing, she asked to try on the gown before the show to make sure its not too long.  


After the show the gown is back on the dress form, too huge for a hanger, this lady means business.  


Look 30 is ready to go back to the studio!

BACKSTAGE AT OSCAR DE LA RENTA Spring 2012

Mr. de la Renta and the model, Liu Wen, backstage before the show



The simplest, so elegant, chiffon goddess gown. 


The looks in order...I wonder how much did they move around? What was cut? What was last minute?
 

The Atelier Director, Mr. Raffaele Ilardo, and the stunning fit and runway model, Marilia Dutra

The sleeve on this gown is so effortless and luxurious!

Karlie Kloss, staying composed and elegant amongst the chaos.  She is not only a beauty, but super nice. 


This woodland creature is ready for summer, alas for us its fall and the summer has officially come to an end...


Mr. de la Renta passes his gowned beauties as the show comes midway

Mr. de la Renta with his reporters and the music artist, Nicki Minaj




The models run to make it through to the gown finally.  Everyone claps!



And its over.  Could anyone remember the excitement that occupied this room just a minute ago?   Eliza Bolen de la Renta in the corner under the exit sign.  And on to the next show.

Friday, September 2, 2011

Poise Matters

There is something grand about these three images....


Countess of Castiglione

Valentina

Image by Irving Penn




Thursday, September 1, 2011

WHAT IF GALLIANO AND PHILO HAD A FASHION BABY?

FALL 2003 DIOR COUTURE+FALL 2011 CELINE RTW
did a little photoshop experiment....