A New Week, A New Look

Sometimes you need to break out of the mould and do something different with your look.  Why not try something this week.

Like Carine Roitfeld here, in a soft dusty pink look... banishing the black and still rocking it.

I love this softer look.

In The Schedule

My goodness, is it the weekend already?... so much to do and so little time; I've been saving these links on my desktop since last week (notice, no ITS last Friday!) and simply must put them all through in this massive bundle for the weekend.  As for me, I've got guests coming to Sunday lunch - a Mediterranean feast is the theme, so I'll be busy preparing, setting, freezing, rolling, and braising.  Wish me luck!

But you can sit down with a cuppa and click through some of these stories instead!...

+ A little bit other-wordly in this editorial at FGR by Paul de Luna.  Floaty, feminine, ethereal...and some prettiness.

+ I  know I'm not the only one waiting for the release of 'Mademoiselle C', the documentary on Carine Roitfeld and the making of her CR fashion book.  'A legend in her own time'... 'A true dreamer'... 'Lives for fashion'... statements from her contemporaries and friends from Tom Ford, Alber Elbaz, Ricardo Tisci, Karl Lagerfeld... truly a must for any fashionista.  See the trailer here via Fashionista.  She's quite unique I think.

+  Loved this vintage footage of fashion models from the 1950's ... 60 years old and still sporting, citrus brights, structured collars, oversized coats, and fabulous accessories - who says fashion is revolutionary!  View more here.

+ Glamour certainly does go a long way... here Cameron Diaz enlisted star designer Kelly Wearstler to steer her in the right direction when decorating her NY home, and what a home fit for a star this is.  Vibrant, bold, elegant, it's rather special with stunning architectural lighting and furniture.  View more via Elle Decor.

+  The cutest and coolest campaign featuring littlies and Karen Walker's new sunglasses range.  Stripes will take you anywhere won't they?  More images here via Vogue Aus.

+  It's the guy's turn... a '5 ways with' focus on Navy suits for the gents over at Mr Porter.  I'm quite partial to the bit where the model tries on the roll neck jumper!  Take a look for yourself ladies!

+ This weekend if you've got nothing booked and you're in Paris for a couple of days, you could be lucky enough to gain access to the Yves Saint Laurent headquarters, from meeting rooms, to atelier and behind the scenes, see an exhibition of iconic designs of the last century.  Pity I'm busy!  View details here via Vogue Fr.

+  And because it's New York Fashion Week, have a look at the sketches behind some of the designs walking down the runway here via The Fashion Spot.

+ And finally, it's nice to know that I share some beauty rules with Alexa Chung.  I am all for Lucas' Paw Paw creme as a lip balm and winged eyeliner has been part of my make up routine for years.  I feel so on trend now! More here via Vogue Aus.

In The Schedule

The end of another week brings with it some downtime hopefully and a chance to enjoy a little more summer sun (with sunscreen of course!).

Here's my list of things I found earlier this week on my travels...

+ You know what makes the year go faster? ... It's the endless schedule of fashion weeks!  Usually there are so many photos of shows, gowns, shoes, accessories & makeup that it ends up a blur and by the end of it I can't quite remember what the next season will be about.  But one thing that tends to jump out at me is colour and structure, especially when captured through the lens of Jamie Beck as the Marchesa Fall 2013 collection was above.  Grand entrance making gowns, bold painterly colourways, refined intricate embroidery the collection was inspired by a Goya painting.  And they would fit perfectly on the red carpet during the Oscars next week don't you think?  More images here.

Susan Sarandon wearing Diamond Pave, American Natural Pearl and Monstone Double Pendant

+  Jewellery brand Ten Thousand Things  from NY is celebrating it's 20th year with a collaboration with photographers Inez & Vinoodh to capture one off designs worn by some of famous fans and loyal customers.  Fans include Susan Sarandon, Julianne Moore and Kristen Stewart wearing an array of bold and sculptural pieces.   The designs will then be auctioned online and all proceeds going to a charity of the celebrities' choice.   The photography is stunning and designs equally so!   I think that is a fantastic initiative and a great way to give back both by the brand and by the celebrity.  More images here via V Magazine. 

+  In her new placement as Global Director at Harpers Bazaar, Carine Roitfeld styles the March 2013 issue with Spring's newest looks.  Vuitton, Dior, Alaia, Lanvin to name a few, shown in bold, in your face images by photographer Kacper Kasprzyk.   The issue is jammed packed with heaps of new seasons news (so much so, that I haven't even had a chance to turn a page yet!)... check out these few photos via Harpers Bazaar and a video of the shoot here.

+  Karlie Kloss shot for Vogue Espana by Alex Lubomirski via Design Scene.  I just loved the light in this shot above.

+  I love weddings and the journey through dress fittings to the big day don't you.  Well, then you'll love this photo journey of Photographer/Blogger Candice Lake's big day in Sydney and the fittings with Alberta Ferretti (no less!).  Her wedding gown covered in hand notched lace, beads and drapes and another dress for after the ceremony (above) just speak volumes of the delicate craftsmanship and light as air chiffons encrusted with beads and lace that is synonymous with Alberta's style.  Just beautiful!    More images via Vogue here.

Wendy Parkinson in Hardy Amies Suit
1956 Vogue

+ Finally, if you're visiting London from 1 March to 12 May, then head over to National Theatre and view the Norman Parkinson's Century of Style exhibition.  Capturing images from the 40's to 90's of the royal family, actors of stage and screen, music stars and of course fashion, Norman Parkinson left a legacy of images that are instantly recognizable and imbedded in our minds exuding glamour, style and the nonchalance of another era.   More images here via Vogue UK.

Have a splendid weekend...