Posted by Katia on February 11, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Place a seasoned fashion designer behind the lens and what do you get? A Single Man. Designer turned film director Tom Ford is behind this cinematic offering. The film, which he financed himself, is the screen adaptation of Christopher Isherwood’s novel of the same name. A Single Man tells the story of George Falconer (Colin … Read more
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Posted by Katia on January 26, 2011 · 2 Comments
In my last year of university, I enrolled in a seminar, the subject of which was the work of esteemed film director Alfred Hitchcock. Sitting among self-proclaimed film buffs, all I had for reference was that famous profile sketch of the director, which filled the TV screen before each episode of “Alfred Hitchcock Presents”, and that infamous shower … Read more
Filed under Fashion, Fashion in film, Musings, Style Showcase · Tagged with Alfred Hitchcock, chic, classic, Clothing, Edith Head, Eva Marie Saint, fashion, Grace Kelly, Janet Leigh, Kim Novak, Style, Suzanne Pleshette, Tippi Hedren
Posted by Katia on April 21, 2010 · 1 Comment
The late Princess of Monaco, Hollywood actress, and style icon Grace Kelly graces the cover of Vanity Fair Magazine‘s May 2010 issue. If you can get passed the ridiculous article about Tiger Woods, followed by an even more ridiculous photo gallery paying hommage to his concubines, the article, written in light of an upcoming exhibition showcasing … Read more
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Posted by Katia on February 10, 2010 · 2 Comments
I discovered Zara at a time when less than desirable circumstances had left me in a financial bind where I felt relegated to a life of cheap sartorial frills. Yes, I was quite the snob, and once held only a niche of mid-range to high-end boutiques in high esteem, where I would shop exclusively while … Read more
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Posted by Katia on September 12, 2009 · 2 Comments
Yasmine Sewell…This woman is the epitome of chic. If only I could attain the same degree of sophistication, believe you me, I would die a happy gal! via Garance Doré
Posted by Katia on June 18, 2009 · 1 Comment
Beautiful. Photo via O.M.O. writes
Remembering Grace Kelly
Posted by Katia on April 21, 2010 · 1 Comment
The late Princess of Monaco, Hollywood actress, and style icon Grace Kelly graces the cover of Vanity Fair Magazine‘s May 2010 issue. If you can get passed the ridiculous article about Tiger Woods, followed by an even more ridiculous photo gallery paying hommage to his concubines, the article, written in light of an upcoming exhibition showcasing … Read more
Filed under Fashion, News and commentary, Personal Style, Style Showcase · Tagged with Albert and Victoria Museum of London, chic, exhibition, Grace Kelly, icon, Style, Tiger Woods, Vanity Fair Magazine