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Monthly Archives: May 2012
Gladys Perint Palmer
The last century saw Picasso playing with cubes and Warhol romanticizing with the popular culture to stir a wave of change, leaving an indelible impression which defines the contemporary art scene. Amongst such influential names known for their distinct artworks is Gladys Perint Palmer, though not that celebrated but definitely a fashion force to be reckoned with.The fashion illustrator Gladys is in the business for last 4 decades and has been instrumental in infusing the much needed freshness and vivacity in the fashion world with her interesting illustrations. Born in Budapest, Hungary and having studied fashion design at prestigious Central Saint Martin’s School of Art in London and Parsons School of Design in New York, she had her very first exhibition in 1976 in Hong Kong.
Keeping her focus on fashion illustrations, Gladys travelled
across the world and exhibited internationally while penning for top publications like The New York Times and Vogue. In 1998, The Fashion Book named her one of the 500 people of influence in fashion since 1860. And In 2007, her work was included in 100 Years of Illustration by Cally Blackman and the London exhibition that accompanied the book launch.
across the world and exhibited internationally while penning for top publications like The New York Times and Vogue. In 1998, The Fashion Book named her one of the 500 people of influence in fashion since 1860. And In 2007, her work was included in 100 Years of Illustration by Cally Blackman and the London exhibition that accompanied the book launch.Currently, working on her two books, ‘From Adam & Yves’, ‘You are not on the list’, Gladys and her larger-than-life persona made Mayor Gavin Newsom declared May 24 2006 as Gladys Perint Palmer Day in San Francisco. Recently, she created an illustration of Sonam Kapoor at Elie Saab Haute Couture Spring Summer 2012 show.
Awards for Fashion Students
The hub of high-end luxury products, DLF Emporio announces its first edition of exclusive design awards to honor young and emerging talent in the field of fashion design.
The awards are woven around a central theme of exclusive and desirable creations giving freedom to the students from all colleges of national and international fame to explore creativity and innovation in the field of accessory and product design.
A jury of prominent designers, artists and celebrities such as Rohit Bal, PriyaSachdev, Bandana Tiwari, Mohit Gujral and Sunil Sethi will shortlist the best entries that would be showcased at DLF Emporio atrium at anexhibit. The winner will due acknowledgement and an internship with a prominent Indian designer, along with a chance to put his line in the DLF Emporio pop-up store.
About the awards, MsDinazMadhukar, Vice President, DLF Emporio says, “We feel extremely proud to announce a platform such as Design Awards for the students who are the stars of tomorrow. It’s our delight to bring together the best of creative talents and honour their creativity.”
Aza Opens in Ludhiana
Lately, the luxurious multi-designer boutique Aza opened its doors for the fashion enthusiasts of Ludhiana at MBD Neopolis Mall, offering creations by the venerated names of Indian fashion.
The store spanning 3,000 square feet was launched with a soiree seeing fashion’s favourite leggy lasses showcasing the collections of designers Neeta Lulla, Nishka Lulla and Rocky S, along with Bollywood diva Bipasha Basu gracing the event.
The recently launched boutique features the designs of Anamika Khanna, Gaurav Gupta, Jaya Rathore, Kiran UttamGhosh, Manish Malhotra, Mayank Anand Shraddha Nigam, Neeta Lulla, Pallavi Mohan, Rocky S, Rohit Gandhi & Rahul Khanna, Sabyasachi, and Varun Bahl.
About the launch, Aza founder Dr. AlkaNishar, said, “We have spent months curating the perfect collection for Ludhiana. Through this store, Aza hopes to bring Ludhiana the best in Indian designer wear at the most competitive prices, so individuals no longer need to travel to other cities to shop.”
Jewels and Couture
Lately, the collaboration between jewellery Designer Naina Balsaver Ahmad and couturier Rimple & Harpreet Narula saw them unveiling their jewellery and summer couture line, respectively, over champagne and canapés at the store of the latter at Defence Colony, New Delhi.
The jewellery on display combined heritage with cutting edge contemporary colored stones with finest diamonds and exquisite finishes to gold and platinum. The highlight was a range of Kundan and Polki reminiscent of the Raj era. On the other hand, Designer duo Rimple & Harpreet Narula offered a range with bling embellishment and rare embroideries. The flowy silhouettes with drapes and layers came in shades of white, beige, fruity and jewel tones.
The event witnessed the glam brigade of the city including Saba Ali Khan, Devi Cherian, VimlaCherian, BinduDalmia, Vesna Jacob, Ammu Zaidi, Nilofer&Nusrat, Ramola Bachchan, Kamini Singh, Tanisha Mohan, VaniTripathi, Neena Verma and many more.
Rihanna for Armani Jeans
Turning out to be the favorite child of controversy, the pop sensation Rihanna knows how to be perpetually under limelight; whether it’s the raunchiness of ‘We found love’ or scantily clad singer-actress smoking up beachside, not to mention the picture with an IV needle in her arm, this Barbadian girl is unrelentingly riding high.
Now, Rihanna has teamed up with Armani Jeans for her second capsule collection featuring faded denims and cotton basics. The denim jumpsuit and a zippered flight jacket being the highlights of the collection exude that youthful spunky attitude which the singer embodies. All of the pieces of the collection feature Rihanna’s signature ‘R’.
AAU 2012 Graduation Show
The School of Fashion at Academy of Art University in San Francisco, California presented collections from graduating students at the 2012 Graduation Fashion Show and Awards Ceremony. At the invitation only event on Thursday, May 3rd, Dr. Elisa Stephens, president of the University gave the degree of Honorary Doctorate to Sarah Burton, creative director of Alexander McQueen, milliner Philip Treacy, and H.R.H. Princess Reema Bandar Al-Saud, who has extensive experience in luxury retail and is the CEO of the ALFA and AL HAMA companies that own and operate Harvey Nichols Department Store, Donna Karan, and DKNY stores in Saudi Arabia.
In addition to Sarah Burton, Philip Treacy, and H.R.H. Princess Reema Bandar Al-Saud, Suzy Menkes the fashion editor of International Herald Tribune, Cathy Horyn the fashion critic of The New York Times, Stephan Rabimov the editor in chief of DEPESHA, and Jayne Seward the fashion editor of Apparel News visited classrooms to speak to students and view their work.
Preceding the Fashion Show and Awards Ceremony on Thursday, May 3rd, graduating students from the School of Fashion presented their portfolios to industry professionals, recruiters, and guests. The Portfolio Review is an opportunity for students from specializations including Fashion Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Fashion Illustration, Textile Design, Knitwear Design, and Fashion Design to showcase their work, encouraging consideration for internship placements.
Sharon Lu, M.F.A. Fashion Merchandising, was offered an internship by Her Royal Highness Princess Reema Bandar Al-Saud. Lu will work with Princess Reema on her newest venture, Bara Boux, a collection of accessories for the modern Bedouin Woman. Jacqueline Michie, B.F.A. Costume Design, was awarded an internship with Philip Treacy at his millinery studio in London.
fashionfad’s fashion feed on Trashion Magazine by Achraf Amiri Celebrities at Cannes Queen’s Diamond Jubilee at Harrods Fendi Baguette Book Agyness in Lead Role NIFT Mumbai Graduation Day and more
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Agyness Deyn Goes Cinematic
The celebrated English fashion model AgynessDeyn will soon be seen on silver screen in a full-fledged role, starring in a film adaptation of legendary Scottish novel Sunset Song.
The model who previously appeared in a small role in Clash of the Titans will now be in the lead role in this tale of social hardship in 1930s Scotland. The movie will be directed by acclaimed British filmmaker Terence Davies and will feature Agyness in the character of a farmer in poverty stricken rural community of Scotland.
Screams Smoke and Blood
The darkest of satires in recent times, or say in-your-face repudiation of fashion world comes from the new video ‘Trashion Magazine’, illustrated and directed by AchrafAmiri.The 24-year old London based graphic designer and illustrator takes a dig at fashion world through his series of 232 wicked illustrations featuring animated model like figures with sunken eyes and cheeks donning outlandish fashion gear. The caricature portrayal of high couture fashion the video highlights the dark, paradoxical and fantastical world of fashion in bad light by using screams and squeaks as back ground music.
The riff screaming about the devil’s mistress with talon heels and broken cigarettes explicates the thirst of fashionistas for glamour and luxury whereas the broken limbs and contorted pale visages with tons of blood hint at the straightjacketed and sadomasochistic face of fashion.
