Although this soft and sensual editorial shot by Glen Luchford for the March issue of Vogue Italia 2004 is quite well-known and very unlikely surprise you, I still wanted to add it to my expanding archives of Natalia’s beautiful work and turn it into one of my Monday posts.
Photo source: Vogue Italia March 2004
The make-up look I am absolutely in love with. Perfect canvas, very natural eyes and that special shade of red lipstick that is certainly noticeable, but in a very classy way.
Photo source: style.com
They say, the older you get the quicker the time goes. Well, I must be ancient because my week came and went just like that. We are spoilt with a three-day weekend that will most likely be rainy (surpise, surprise), so no plans have been made apart from watching a few movies and reading. Come to think of it, I must get the latest Vogue issue and a couple of other magazines. If you didn’t make any plans for your weekend either, you may enjoy my latest fashion week, reading an interview with gorgeous Anne-Marie Van Dijk or browsing a secret page full of beautiful and affordable finds. I also wanted to share a link to The New York Times article about Vogue’s new modeling rule, which, in my opinion, is such a huge step in the right direction.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Always yours,
Photo source: Vogue Paris September 2004
I have found THE ONE. I knew it straight away for my heart agreed with my mind, which isn’t something they do on a regular basis. I saw the silk, the pleating and tiny buttons and felt sweet firework sensation of busting endorphins. I’ve dreamed this design for ages and never thought one day the image will materialise into the real thing. Sometimes dreams do come true – a wonderful simplicity of life that I always find so exciting. Needless to say, I cannot wait to receive it and wear on my birthday in a couple of weeks.
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 prime need of fashion is to please and attract, consequently this attraction must never result in uniformity, the mother of boredom.”
Christian Dior
Photo source: Marie Claire China April 2012
Meeting Anne-Marie Van Dijk was, indeed, a once in a life time opportunity and the time spent in her company will always be a special memory for me. Admittedly, at first I was nervous because it’s not every day that a girl like me gets to meet a top model who walked for the most influential fashion designers including John Galliano, Marc Jacobs, Chanel, Prada, Christopher Kane, Salvatore Ferragamo, Dries van Noten, Donna Karan, Moschino and Dolce&Gabbana, starred in several campaigns, from Alberta Ferretti, Cacharel, Bebe, Swarowski to Louis Vuitton and Giangranco Ferre and was photographed for Vogue, Elle, L’Officiel, Harper’s Bazaar, Marie Claire and Glamour.
Dressed in skinny black jeans and black off-shoulder sweater that made her delicate collar bones even more exquisite, blond hair gathered in a low twist bun, flawless absolutely make-up free glowing skin, emerald green eyes, gorgeous full lips resembling rose petals, she looked every inch of a model, a very special kind of a human being.
She was fascinating. Warm, kind, open, intelligent and very, very sweet. When I asked her about a quick interview for my blog, she didn’t hesitate a second. Does it even worth mentioning that I absolutely adore and admire her?!
Your style in 3 words: Casual, comfortable, minimalistic.
Favourite quote: “The universe is a stage on which your mind dances with your body, guided by your heart” - Anonymous
Most exciting fashion experience: Attending the Harris Center’s 15th Annual Public Forum. Keynote speakers included Doutzen Kroes, Arianna Huffington and Franca Sozzani. I had the pleasure of meeting Franca Sozzani – what an incredible, powerful and intelligent woman! I have deep respect for all three women and applaud them for addressing important issues such as the health and well-being of working models in the fashion industry.
3 beauty or make-up products you cannot be without: Tata Harper Reparative Moisturizer, Bee Yummy Honey Mask, RMS Beauty Luminizer.
Best way to stay in shape: I love working out with a personal trainer. A personal trainer designs a workout plan for you based on your unique needs and desires. In addition, eating a varied diet rich in wholesome foods, preferably organic, is a must.
Shoes or bags? Bags - especially bags by Chloé.
Books or magazines? Books! I’m a true bookworm, preferably non-fiction.
Favourite music: My all time favourite artist is Sigur Rós.
Favourite movie: “What the Bleep Do We Know!?"
Favourite way to relax: Contemplate - I’m a daydreamer.
Favourite colour: Blue
Favourite season: All four but nothing beats the magical aura fall brings to landscapes.
If you could be anywhere right now, where would you find yourself? In the ocean, scuba diving with marine life.
What projects you are currently working on? I am currently working on a health initiative, “CLEANSE: One Body, One Planet”, which dedicates itself to bringing professional health and wellness services into the fashion industry while also helping to preserve the health and beauty of our planet.
Photo source: main photo via vogue.it, second photo courtesy of Anne-Marie Van Dijk.
