and so the trail of bread crumbs begins

I predict Fall 2010 will be unforgettable.

...and I began this notion late last spring, when I started to gather inspiration for Fall 2010. Knowing how spectacular the changing of the leafs were in Fall 2008, I made sure that when Fall 2009 arrived I was ready to capture those one of a kind moments, where the leafs glow in the most vibrant of colours.

Piece by piece and post by post, I will release hints of what I have been developing, but like any good secret, you can't spoil the ending without reading the chapters first.

photographed in late september 2009

a leafy experiment

Mas Moda Spring 2010

CHANEL

As promised here are just a few more favourites from Chanel's spring collection.

Refined in colour- limitless in detail!

PHILIP LIM

i heart bows, lacquer & leather

VICTOR & ROLF

Victor and Rolf were stated saying their inspiration was a reaction due to the economic situation and

with many designers taking cost cutting measures,

they went straight to the source.

MARC JACOBS

Madonna vs. Geisha vs. Jean Paul Gaultier

on a side note: I don't think a day has passed where Madonna has not had an incredible body

Best part is, I actually recall being 6 years old and seeing a jewel studded cone bra at the mall and wanting it. My momma said No! yet shares this story from time to time, Oh Madonna how you have influenced thee.

MARC BY MARC JACOBS

major crushing on the big bows, bold prints & bight colours

LOUIS VUITTON

mmmmmmmm...

milt cargo pockets on tweed, geo stripes, pale shades all echoing 1970's hints and play-doll features

some of which (i.e. the hair) remind me of the Smoggies cartoon characters (minus the rainbow hair colour of course), as seen below:

Schouler de pescado

With the debut of Fall/ Winter 2010 Collections around the corner, I know with out a doubt, I am months behind posting Springs 2010 designers to watch, wear and adore. Nevertheless, the next few posts are just a few designers who demonstrate and evoke defining trends for the season. Lest we forget Spring 2010 is seasonly around the corner, let these images refresh and inspire you for the season to come.

Today's post is brought to you by: "agua de tropical"... the school of fish... Proenza Schouler of course!

Bon appétit!

one step at a time

i began this blog with the best of intentions to be consistent... but as it appears i was slightly in over my head as i still had much to learn about html'n and all the necessary programs to create the most beautiful canvas and display whatever my heart contents. Thanks to some helpful fellow bloggers and their great advice, i am on my way!

i hereby welcome myself back!

still learning

i'm still learning how to make the images i post larger.

till then please click on image to see it larger!

thanks!

an ode to Freja Beha Erichsen

Ok, from the moment I saw Freja Beha Erichsen walk the runways of Erin Wasson's x RVCA F/W 2009 Collection I had that instinctual feeling. The one I usually get when I know deep down that I am on the verge of discovering what is freaking-tastic. I can't explain it, but its a feeling. And, that feeling hit me like bricks when I saw Freja.

What is it about her exactly? Let's examine,

EXHIBIT A:

• The 70's shag sensation she is rocking with the layers, echoing a Bob Dylan reference in time
• The loose bangs
• Her fierce attitude
• Chiseled features
  

EXHIBIT B:

And then there was Chanel's F/W 2009 Spectacular Spectacular! Needless to say, that will have its own post soon enough. However lets take a moment to reflect on the superb workmanship between Freja Beha and Baptiste Giabiconi on the runway.

• Unisex styling... has never looked so chic! At a single glance you forget they are both wearing the same pieces. Yet a pale tweed blazer on a man? Yes! Yes! Yes! *a cry to all men* take note!
• Everything about these four images work harmoniously well together and looks equally exquisite on them both
• Their swept back slicked hair, "tomboy" elegance and walk of unison evokes equality, unity and strength.

Pretty much I am head over heels for this combination. Words don't do justice, but let these photos tell you everything.

left speechless

IMPORTANT!!!!

I needed to share this image... why, because Freda Gustavsson is just sooo breath takingly beautiful, that when I scrolled down and saw this photo on www.knighttcat.com I was literally speechless, it took my breath away and left me in aw of her porcelain doll features and effortless style.

Add a little colour

Vibrant and vivid these paintings are exquisite.

Stumbled upon while wandering the streets of Paris.

Madame Coco

since the beginning I've admired those with the ability to express themselves in the utmost creative ways. Explore all avenues and open all doors to possibility. In the midst of my own endeavors, I find no boundaries but the choice to design with the hint restraint. And, at times when I find myself in a corner or unable to see through the window, it's not until I step back and reflect that infinite possibilities occur.

The discipline of those legendary individuals who paved the way, creating milestones in history, encourages our ability to draw outside the lines, find new solutions and step outside the box.

I felt it was only appropriate to begin this blog with one of my greatest sources of inspiration. The painting above of dear Mademoiselle Coco Chanel was taken during my travels to Paris 2008, as I discovered her at Le Orangie Musei.

and since the beginning I have found myself drawn to her strength, courage, determination and creative ability to design with restraint while breaking the molds of societal norms.

as this adventure continues to develop, you may notice my reference to Coco from time to time.

until then, happy blogging!