Stylish quote

“Don’t wear what you question, wear what you think is right for you.”

Karl Lagerfeld

 

Photo source: BCBG campaign Spring/Summer 2006

Stylish quote

“Elegance is a physical quality. If a woman doesn’t have it naked, she’ll never have it clothed.”

Karl Lagerfeld

 

Photo source: Muse #19 2009

Chanel: The Little Black Jacket exhibition in London

“There are clothes which keep rejuvenating themselves instead of getting worn out.”

Roberto Juarroz

Happy to report – being there, got a poster.

On a serious note, I have been really looking forward to the Little black jacket exhibition and as soon as it was opened jumped on a train to London.

It was truly special to see moody dim silent rooms filled with gorgeous images of fashion and music royalty dressed in Chanel, styled by Carine Roitfeld and photographed by Karl Lagerfeld who made one the early 20s century classic piece look modern and incredibly versatile. I snapped some of my favourites with an iphone – I wasn’t at all prepared to be allowed to photograph, so the proper camera was left behind, a mistake that I will never ever make again.

Luckily, the style of the photography somewhat compensated the quality of the iphone images, so here are a few to share.

If you are in London, do visit Saatchi gallery. The entry is free and you also get a poster to keep as a memory. The exhibition is open until 28th October.

Photo source: personal

Stylish quote

“A respectable appearance is sufficient to make people more interested in your soul.”

Karl Lagerfeld

 

Photo source: L’Officiel Singapore March 2012

Linda Evangelista in Chloe campaign

Today I am continuing with another beautiful Linda moment, but instead of an editorial, I chose these two shots from Chloe Autumn/Winter 1995 campaign shot by Karl Lagerfeld. I think these photos, especially the first one are some of the best portraits of Linda Evangelista I’ve ever seen.

Photo source: Chloe Autumn/Winter 1995 campaign

Stylish quote

“Youthfulness is about how you live,

not when you were born.”

Karl Lagerfeld

Photo source: Cosmopolitan UK May 2012

Natalia Vodianova in Chanel little black jacket

I woke up this morning feeling on a sleepy side. The rain wasn’t helping… And so I ended up sitting in my kitchen, staring at the window as I sipped my delicious vegetable juice, trying to decide if I could allow myself a day of doing nothing, a frivolous activity that was indeed out of the question. I wanted to write something beautiful, but the inspiration was stuck somewhere between the Universe and Gatwick terminal and definitely chose to leave me on my own. Mostly wordless.

It’s Natalia Vodianova in Chanel’s little black jacket photographed by Lagerfeld. My most favourite image of them all.

The little black jacket

“The Chanel jacket symbolises a timelessly fashionable form of nonchalant feminine elegance: it belongs to every era.”

Karl Lagerfeld

The story of the little black jacket continues… This time – with a  beautiful book The Little Black Jacket, a part of the project celebrating the Chanel classic that accompanies an exhibition opening in Tokyo this month. Styled by Carine Roitfeld and photographed by Karl Lagerfeld, the chic edition is a must have for any Chanel admirer.

On bags and happiness

"Luxury bags make your life more pleasant, make you dream, give you confidence, and show your neighbours you are doing well."

Karl Lagerfeld

Uhm… How should I put it in one sentence?

A luxury bag is never a ticket to happiness.

It can make you feel happy temporarily because it’s a beautiful object that you just acquired, but it doesn’t guarantee the happiness most people are after.

Take me, for example. I would lie if I said I didn’t like a good old luxury bag. I really do like them. Those special bags, each with its own story, are made to perfection, often by hand, unique in appearance and a pleasure to touch, hold and use. They last forever without losing their appeal, getting better with age and reducing the cost per wear to an amount that doesn’t require Valium in order to be processed effectively.

I got mine because I am minimalistic in my desires and don’t like to waste cash, so I’d rather have one great bag than a few alternatives. My collection, limited to 5 or so pieces bought over the years, goes with everything I wear and is suitable for every occasion. Does it make me feel truly happy? Do I feel different by walking around with a Fendi? No. And I’d rather people didn’t know that my bag is a special one either.

I felt happy when I got each of them because I liked the way they looked and I thought they made a perfect finishing touch for my outfits. Most of them were actually a present, so the true happiness moment wasn’t about a bag itself, but rather having somebody in my life who loves me.

Luxury bags are beautiful, but they don’t give you happiness or make you dream. They are what they are. BAGS. There are many other things in life that are worth dreaming about.

Photo source: Amica October 2010

Stylish quote

 

"Luxury bags make your life more pleasant, make you dream, give you confidence, and show your neighbours you are doing well."

Karl Lagerfeld

Photo source: WSJ magazine February 2009

Paris fashion week favourites

And so, just for once, there is a story rather than an editorial to share on this beautiful Monday morning.

And just like that Paris Fashion Week, the most exciting, sparkling and glamorous of them all, is over. I always feel a bit sad when it comes to an end as I can enjoy Parisian delights for as long as Paris is happy to generously share them with me.

And there is a list of my unforgettables…

Chloe’s casual elegance with scrumptious cosy coats, signature oh-so-Parisian drop waist silhouette, floaty skirts and delicate lace details.

Lanvin’s collection was probably one of my most favourite ones Alber Elbaz ever did. It was perfect in a way it was structured to fit the body where necessary without losing an ability to flirt with the audience with the help of glittering appliques and yards and yards of draping and crinoline-free deliciousness of full skirts.

Sonia Rykiel looked French and like something a woman could through on first thing in the morning and still look good all day long. It was very inspiring because many looks could have been created with less expensive pieces without loosing the magic.

I also loved Stella McCartney’s sporty, edgy and impeccably tailored clothes. She made me want to wear a suit, something that’s been Mission Impossible until now.

And Valentino, of course, for how can a woman not love those tulip shapes, leather that looks like French lace and feels like butter, not to mention all the pleating, embroidery and princess-worthy glamour?

In addition, there was, of course, Christian Dior that I’ve already dedicated an entire post to.

On the opposite end of the scale was, of course, the one and only Marc Jacobs whom people keep referring to as genius. I am yet to figure out why because the only things I keep thinking of include his carousel extravaganza that was obviously inspired by Chanel Fall/Winter 2008-2009 collection and then the latest Fall 2012 ready-to-wear collection that made me think of Karl’s Chanel Cruise 2007/2008 show again. I guess, using the plane would be too obvious, so Mr Jacobs went for the more budget and space friendly train option. Oh well… Not that I am very surprise. His 2008 Gosta Olofsson’s case and and well-known Oscar de la Renta’s claim about Mr Jacobs being “a mere copyist” are more then enough to prove my point.

Photo source: elle.com