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Monthly Archives: December 2012
Tracing the Traceless
A Trace of the Traceless – an exhibit of a series of stunningly visualized photographs by London based Turkish artist Guler Ates is being held at The Loft at Lower Parel in Mumbai.
The exhibition of new performance photography which will run till February 1, 2013 highlights the internationally known artist’s preoccupation with the garbed enigmatic figure as well as her interest in the process of performance.
The artist engages with the potential of pattern and motif within Islamic art, which is often integrated in lavish architectural spaces. Her work begins with film and photography, yet with a subsequent layering of imagery – results in a disruptive blur of cultural perceptions.
Commenting on her works in the show, Guler Ates says, “The figure in these works inhabits the places in a ghostly manner. The allusion is to invisibility and visibility. Her actions suggest a traceless tale, and dark spaces. She leads us to unknown places from where she may disappear any time.”
Gucci and Cinema
Gucci along with the Museum of Modern Art celebrates the enduring influence of Italian filmmaker Pier Paolo Pasolini by presenting a full retrospective from December 13, 2012 through January 5, 2013, at The Roy and Niuta Titus Theaters in New York.The comprehensive retrospective offers Pasolini’s celebrated films with newly struck prints by Luce Cinecittà after a careful work of two years, many shown in recently restored versions. As part of the House’s long-term commitment to preserve the legacies of visionary filmmakers from the past, Gucci has contributed in bringing the masterpiece “Medea” to a 35 mm format (the format for which the film was originally conceived and filmed) from the digitally restored version – a restoration of clarity to the images and depth from the original work.
The film retrospective is accompanied by a series of events that pay tribute to Pasolini’s multifaceted career. It includes an evening of recitals by well-known Italian and American actors highlights Pasolini’s accomplishments as an acclaimed essayist, beloved poet, and composer besides a program of performances by contemporary artists inspired by Pasolini. A book titled, ‘Pier Paolo Pasolini, My Own Cinema’, an anthology including interviews, stories, journal notes, preliminary texts, subjects, and screenplays from Pasolini’s archives will also be launched.
Speaking about the filmmaker then Pasolini’s film legacy is distinguished by an unerring eye for cinematic composition and tone, and a stylistic ease within a variety of genres – many of which he reworked to his own purposes, and all of which he invested with his distinctive touch.
About his work, Frida Gianni commented, “I have always been very fond of Pier Paolo Pasolini’s body of work, a true leader among the intellectuals of the twentieth century.”
Victoria
If the recently staged Victoria’s Secret show is considered then the parade of lingerie-clad catwalk models and performances by Rihanna and Bruno Mars has made the lingerie brand hog all sorts of attention.
The recently issued WWD’s list of the 100 most consumer-recognized brands is topped by Victoria’s Secret. The survey which asked the American women aged 13 to 64 to rate how familiar they are with the 1008 pre-selected brands, acknowledges America’s biggest lingerie retailer as the most popular one.
Hanes stood at 2, whereas embodiment of Americana Levi’s ended up at 4th spot, to be followed by Nike. Calvin Klein, Lee and Gap secured 7, 8 and 9 places in the list respectively.
Besides, Victoria’s Secret hormones-churning annual shows, the recent relief efforts provided by the brand after Sandy hit America, are the few reasons being attributed for the brand’s popular image in the masses.
Miu Miu Costume Jewellery
Miu Miu, the Italian high fashion brand of women’s clothing and accessories from the house of Prada, sparkles up the festive season with its latest collection of costume jewellery.
Classy enough to up the style stakes this Christmas and New Year, the collection of cocktail jewels titled ‘The Jewels’ is comprised of glittery dainty earrings, pendants, trinkets and rings.
The gilded jewels are done with Swarovski crystals, enamels, pearls and Plexiglas in appealing bright hues and loads of floral elements.
fashionfad’s fashion feed on Louis Vuitton Objects Nomades Chinese as Top Luxury Buyers Lacoste Festive Collection Lupe Fiasco for Vans Miu Miu Festive Jewels Louboutin at Art Basel Miami and more…
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The Fattest Luxury Consumers
Though the reports of slowing growth rate in China might have been surfacing of late but if the latest study by consultancy firm Bian & Co. is anything to go by then Chinese consumers are indulging into luxury like never before.
The new report claims that Chinese consumers have beaten out Americans to be the top luxury buyers in the world, accounting for 25% of the total global sales, to be followed by Americans at 20% and Japanese totaling up to be 14% of world’s luxury buyers.
The influx of iconic luxury brands in the country comes as a witness of the growing clout of China in luxury market. The report suggested that besides the tendency of Chinese luxury consumers to shop out of mainland, it’s the weaker Euro and reducing growth rate in China that’s driving the buyers to spend 60% of their total resource abroad.
Louboutin Art Affair
The ongoing Art Basel Miami sees Christian Louboutin hosting the latest works by Chinese artist Ye Hongxing.
The collaboration taking place at Louboutin’s boutique in Miami’s Design District will have one of China’s most unique artistic voices, Hongxing presenting a solo exhibition, ‘The Dazzling Future’ exploring the chaotic, isolating and often fragmentary
effect of the rapid development of her homeland during the festival.
Gathering everyday materials and imagery inspired by mainstream media, Hongxing has created a series of highly-detailed compositions that explode with colour. The artist’s medium of choice is a variety of sticker material, its manifold applications creating a unique, layered visualization of her subject matter.
On the other hand, the vibrant Louboutin boutique comes as a perfect backdrop for the artist’s work. The store features a coral stone façade covered with live orchids creating a tropical and exotic foretaste to the collections inside. The entrance’s awning mimics a shoe’s sole – complete with Louboutin signature red – as it swoops and cantilevers over the sidewalk.
About the collaboration Christian Louboutin comments, “The multiple pop vision of Ye Hongxing fits perfectly the brightness of Miami”.
Louis Vuitton Travel Line
When it comes to Louis Vuitton expect the unexpected wrapped in glitzy layers of classiness. All driven to create things distingue the luxury house unveils its new travel collection ‘Object Nomades’ at Art Basel Miami for nomads who prefer to keep the style quotient high while travelling.Quite a reminder of Louis Vuitton’s love for travel paraphernalia; it’s the same brand which had launched the stylish trunks way back in 1860s – the capsule
collection is comprised of 16 unique pieces, conceived by 11 design geniuses from across the world. The collection includes travel desk, eco-friendly travel lamp, Maracatu bag, bag hanger and hammock amongst other stylish accessories.
collection is comprised of 16 unique pieces, conceived by 11 design geniuses from across the world. The collection includes travel desk, eco-friendly travel lamp, Maracatu bag, bag hanger and hammock amongst other stylish accessories. The various design collaborations to complete this range see big names like famous Campana Brothers of Brazil who have created a limited edition fringed travel bag, all inspired by vibrant music, dance and folk costumes. Other collaboration is with Industrial Designers Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby – the duo behind the London 2012 Olympic torch. The duo has hand crafted a solar-powered lamp with a leather strap, perfect for those who want to travel in style.
A modish hammock made of the brand’s cognac colored hide is created by Swiss design trio, Atelier Oi while Perrine Desmons turns Louis Vuitton padlock into a convertible hook to hang your bags.
Vans OTW x Lupe Fiasco
The noted American sportswear brand, Vans OTW, known for its sneakers recently roped in American rapper Lupe Fiasco to come up with a customized edition of its popular Stovepipe shoe.
The Food & Liquor singer who has had already designed sneakers for Reebok, and runs two clothing lines, Righteous Kung-Fu and Trilly & Truly, has played with Stovepipe silhouette of Vans OTW to infuse his sense of style. The full grain black leather surface is adorned with African and Native American prints on the tongue to exude 90s hip hop feel.
The ‘Native Tongue’ canvas comes packaged in a drawstring shoe bag featuring same colorful native print.
