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Posted 1 day, 9 hours ago. on May 25, 2012 by Joanna
Sitting Pretty – Amy Troost captures a lounging Bette Franke for a story published in the spring-summer edition of UK-based magazine, Twin. Styled by Joanna Schlenzka in a mix of paisley prints and tartan patterns, Bette is geek chic as she romps around the city in converse and loafers. Mussed tresses by Charles McNair and understated makeup by Pep Gay perfect the Dutch beauty’s relaxed ensembles.
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Posted 2 months, 5 days ago. on March 22, 2012 by Joanna
She Likes to Move – Bette Franke is a dancing queen in the premier issue of Vogue Netherlands, shot by Marc de Groot. Wearing flapper inspired looks from the likes of Gucci, Ralph Lauren and Etro styled by Marije Goekoop; Bette wows from head to toe with a shock of curly hair by and glam makeup by beauty artist Irena Ruben. Art deco accessories and platform heels complete the retro inspired ensembles.
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Posted 2 months, 25 days ago. on March 2, 2012 by Joanna
Isabel Marant’s Western Fall – Not a label known for following trends, the fall 2012 collection from Isabel Marant let its carefree spirit fly with the designer’s latest presentation shown during Paris Fashion Week. Inspired by southwestern style and cowgirls, autumn embraced feminine ruffles, floral detailing, casual denim and leather. Fringe and metallic accents brought an authentic touch to the well-tread theme. A muted color palette with pops of scarlet, electric blue and pink grounded the new season with a modern take on old west style.
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Posted 2 months, 25 days ago. on March 1, 2012 by Joanna
Ricci’s Dark Elegance – For fall 2012, Nina Ricci creative director Peter Copping delivered dark elegance with an autumn color palette of inky black, plum, burgundy and ash grey dominating the runway. Despite the gothic colors, the Ricci woman was still her ladylike self with fur embellished gloves, hourglass silhouettes and modest hemlines. Lush wool coats were matched with sheer chiffon pieces and heavy knits. Using a mix of the classic and the modern, Copping managed to give the signature Ricci sophistication a slight edge for the upcoming autumn.
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Posted 2 months, 26 days ago. on March 1, 2012 by Joanna
Balmain’s Bejeweled Fall – Marking his second season as creative director of Balmain, French designer Olivier Rousteing look towards Fabergé eggs gave to Elizabeth Taylor as inspiration for the label’s fall 2012 collection. Balmain’s signature military inspired jackets took an elegant turn in the form of pearl and gem adorned skin-tight dresses, outerwear and velvet pants. Strong shoulders brought an androgynous edge to the ultra-sexy silhouettes in neutral hues of black, nude and mint green. Despite the classic reference, Rousteing still kept Balmain’s modern edge for the upcoming autumn with razor sharp precision.
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Posted 2 months, 26 days ago. on February 29, 2012 by Joanna
Dries’ Eastern Fall – For fall 2012, Dries Van Noten embraced an Asian inspired outing with lush coats, tailored suiting and patterned jackets influenced by designs in London’s Victoria and Albert Museum. The Van Noten woman takes her trip to the East with streamlined silhouettes and dragon or floral prints matched with fur adorned parkas. The Belgian designer’s distinct menswear influence loosened at times, providing delicate dresses and skirts in kaleidoscopic hues of citrus orange, turquoise, jade and ivory. Despite using a well-established theme, Van Noten brought something fresh and distinctly modern to the upcoming autumn.
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