BB

The Poly always does disheveled, sexy blonde so well - yet like The Kass, still remains high fashion and classy. Love that they have put leopard print, thigh high boots and slick black pieces in woodsy countryside.

I think that Chloe jacket/cape/thing is one of my favorite pieces of the whole fall season - dramatic yet earthy, and actually semi-practical!

Vogue Paris September 2009 "BB"

Natasha Poly by Mario Sorrenti

Source: Model Couture

Crimp Pimp

God I love crimped hair, Im not gonna lie. Or apologise. I blame my formative years taking place in the v early 90s. And that I've probably was scarred for life by my Mum never letting me get a crimper. In hindsight, she probably saved my hair from being even more fried than it got over the course of my life.

Something about it just works though - not as icy as poker straight hair, not as girly as curls, not as aloof as an updo.

Vogue Paris September 2009

Julia Stegner by Maciek Kobielski

Source: Ru Glamour

Diane K

Trust French Vogue to totally nail a Diane Keaton inspired editorial. Other publications have tried, but Carine and co have blown them all out of the water. I've always loved Diane; ever since Woody Allen's divine Annie Hall, and right up to the awesome Something's Got To Give. This post is also dedicated to my Mama, who has been a Keaton fan for forever.

Diane/Annie is a major inspiration for why I love a good mans shirt and blazer, tweedy colours and a good pair of pants.

Vogue Paris September 2009 "Diane K"

Anna Maria Jagodzinska by Mikael Jansson

Source: Ru Glamour

Soleils De Nuit

Love the indifference, nonchalance and glamour of these - lounging around on expensive sheets in jewels and with Chanel No.5 underfoot.

Vogue Paris March 2009 "Soleils De Nuit" 

Carmen Kass by Maciek Kobielski 

Source: Ru Glamour

Toute Allure

I'm a total sucker for the combo of denim, white tees, jacket and a will's worth of jewelry. So classic. And that juxtaposition of casual and luxe never fails. Add a Chanel 2.55 and a coke can and I'm all yours.

Vogue Paris August 06 "Toute Allure" 

Carmen Kass by Terry Richardson from RG - 2

Source: Ru Glamour

Khaki and Sequins

I love the contrasts in this; the soft, classic utilitarian-ness of the army green tees/pants  and the plaid shirts - juxtaposed with the jewelled, studded and furry details. The young model also has a beautiful innocence (this is one of the few examples when a young (looking) model really works.

Vogue Paris March 2005 by Patrick Demarchelier 

Source: Fashion Gone Rogue

ADN de la Mode

The stunning August issue of French Vogue (shot entirely by Inez and Vinoodh) has a deliciously long editorially showcasing the key fall looks from all the major designers - and they've used all the top girls and there still is a real sense of continuity.

Isabel Marant, Ferragamo & Dsquared

Miu Miu & Paul Smith

Louis Vuitton, Versace & Balmain

Prada, Fendi & Gucci

Loewe & Rick Owens

Chanel & Yves Saint Laurent

Vogue Paris August 09 "ADN de la Mode" 

By Inez van Lamsweerde & Vinoodh Matadin 

Source: Fashion Gone Rogue

Signes Particuliers

As soon as the mercury rises - I am so doing this look. classic white tee or tank underneath my leather bra from Lonely Hearts, every necklace and bracelet I own as well as some of Mama's pearls. And this editorial has only intensified my burning desire for a blatant logo tee in black and white (ideally Chanel or YSL). Sigh.

Vogue Paris August 09 "Signes Particuliers" 

Iris Strubegger by Patrick Demarchelier

Source: Fashion Gone Rogue

Sequins and Fur

I love deliciously glam editorials - that make you want to throw on every sequin, jewel and fur you can find and go out out out. Best editorial genre - supremely ruled by Russh and French Vogue. This spread by Vogue Russia kicks some bejeweled ass too though - I'm definitely feeling a beyond awesome Jerry Hall vibe. 

Vogue Russia August 09 Sigrid Agren

Source: Fashion Gone Rogue

On Air

There's nothing better than dirty glitter and tight metallic lycra. On that note, I really must plan outfit for MGMT concert on Tuesday night. 

Apologies for lack of wordy shpiel this morning, epic hangover from 21st last night - will post outfit and details of delish dinner and wine when I am feeling more human. Am now off to the gym to attempt to sweat the alcohol out.

French Vogue "On Air" 

Jessica Miller by Inez Van Lamsweerde & Vinoodh Matadin

Source: Ru Glamour

The September Issue

Im going to see The September Issue at the NZ Film Festival tonight!! Am SO excited. It's meant to be even more intense than The Devil Wears Prada. Shall be wearing ubiquitous dark glasses throughout of course.

Vogue Paris August 2007 "L'Icone" Snejana Onopka

Sources: Fashion Indie, Model Couture

Milla

Oh Milla, this is really too good. Am absolutely stunned with these - the late 80s/early 90s vibe is totally perfect. Endearingly and nostalgically dated, but they still feel modern. Jovovich definitely is reminiscent of a young Linda Evangelista. Loving the retro leathers, pleat front pants, big earrings and high waists. And slicked back dude-hair. Im pretty sure these subconsciously made me bust todays combo of vintage leather bomber and high waisted acid wash Karen Walker skinnies.

Vogue Paris December 2008 "Ouragan 80" 

Milla Jovovich by Peter Lindbergh

Source: Ru Glamour

Getting My Marr On Tomorrow: au revoir scarecrow hair

So tomorrow I am fiiinally getting my scarecrow-like mop of hair seen to. The wizards at Stephen Marr will be working there magic. I definitely need this, have been doing a "hair detox" all year - haven't died it since November and didn't straighten for two months. Love the colour thats growing out (medium blonde) but the ends are in shockingly dry/split condition c/o it being bleached platinum a couple of years ago (my bad, sorry hair).

I've been inspired for a while by all the gorgeous natural dark blondes around - and love that as it's pretty much my natural hue it should mean low damage/maintenance.

The previously mentioned Chloe Blondes from the Spring 09 campaign are stunning.

And I have had a massive crush on Abbey Lee's hair since forever. Honorable mentions to Alyona and Edita.

Cut wise - I have made the big decision to get a short, blunt, dishevelled bob. My obscenely damaged ends NEED to come off like asap. And a shorter cut will hopefully convey an ounce of maturity. I think it will literally take a weight off my shoulders. A tousled, boyish crop has a natural and carefree feel. I particularly love Kim Noorda's cut and colour.

And you all know I have a total girl crush on Alexa Chung - particularly love her endearingly awkward crop.

The blunt, messy fringed 'do of Anna Selezneva is also one of my faves - particularly loved it in this French Vogue editorial.. But I think a fringe would be one change to many, and they tend to make me look uber young.

Wish me luck!!!

Sources: Style.com, The Fashion Spot, Model Couture

Stretch

This is awesome. Bodysuits, Chanel, cigarettes and sunnies on a pilates reformer. I heart French Vogue. 

Ps: am back to Pilates classes now its the holidays and I don't have class - am hobbling around with sore thighs. So good to be back.

Pps: wish I looked like this doing bridges or downward-dogs.

Vogue Paris April 2005 "Corps Domte" 

Source: Ru Glamour

Black & White

So I only just realised that (one of) the 21st I'm going to tomorrow night is black and white themed. This so should not throw me - I mean who can mess up a black and white outfit? I wear them a lot in summer - loose black tanks white white skinnies or cutoffs, simple, casual - and a bit tomboy. But being winter I pile on a million pieces of clothing when I go out - and I find if I limit them to black and white I end up thinking I look like a waiter/tuxedo/penguin/backstreetboy. 

Another prob - have zero black or white dresses that are appropriate for someone's 21st (too short, tight or casual) and I just feel way to rude wearing pants. Will have to have an intense wardrobe raid. Old faithful Karen Walker white lace top good def be a go! It's a lifesaver - and so so pretty, which always helps.

Featuring: Alexander Wang, Balmain, Daria Werbowy, YSL,

Scans: Russh September 08 "Jerry", Pop Fall/Winter 08 "Nun Head", Vogue Australia May 09 "And God Created A Woman"

Featuring: Balmain, Karen Walker, Alexander Wang, Erin Wasson, Daria Werbowy

Scans: French Vogue April 08 "Simplement Couture" & Russh May 08  "La Verite"

Featuring: Balmain, Alexander Wang, Erin Wasson

Scans: Russh November 07 "You Look Hot"

Sources: Style.Com, SRC783, Karen Walker, Model Couture,

To Bob Or Not To Bob

So of late the bob has been insidiously creeping up on me... Even though I've been growing my hair long again for what seems like forever. As far as bobs go, I appreciate the sleekness of the Katie Holmes's do that has been oh so popular. But personally I love the blunt, scruff, tomboyish bobs that evoke childhood - overgrown boys hair or cut too short because "It will grow" girl hair. There's a nonchalance about - too cool to be polished. And a freedom and androgyny. 

I love the short, messily straight bobs sported by Kim Noorda and Anna Selezneva - especially with the grown out colour. Also love the scruffy platinum that Sasha had in what was my favorite French Vogue editorial ever. Also loving the scruffy overgrown fringes on Sasha and Anna.

Queen of the Scruffy Bob is surely Alexa Chung - hers has had many styles, but always in the same vein. 
But at the end of the day am I too chicken? And would it suit? I worry that a bob combined with my unfeminine figure (tall, flat chest and bum, broad shoulders) would just make me look like a gawky teenage boy?

Sources: Garance Dore, Style.Com, Model Couture, The Fashion Spot.

Love Makes The World Go Round

This is too adorable. Love how even though the outfits and sexy, womanly and Riviera-esque this is still so playful, spontaneous and alive. Sasha sparkles.

Vogue Paris June/July 2009 "Love Makes the World Go Round" Sasha Pivovarova by Bruce Weber

Source: Fashion Gone Rogue

L'autre Cote du Ciel

Some great inspiration for winter dressing here. Love the massive cable jumper, and the intense cape thing. Also love the layering of wool on wool in a similar palette - creates such a gorgeous, tactile "hugmenow" look. Not to mention cosy as hell.

Ps: Is it wrong that I kind of want those knitted slipper boots?

Vogue Paris Nov 02 "L'autre Cote du Ciel" 

Source: Fashion Gone Rogue

Editorials: Vogues Germany, China, Paris + Crash Magazine

This girl (Meghan Collison) looks like the lovechild of Natasha Poly and Freja Beha (if only that was possible). Stunning. Love the colours of this editorial too - warm, slightly washed out - and they contrast beautifully with the long dark hair and rich shadows.

Vogue Germany May 2009 "Dream On" Meghan Collison

When I first saw these of Sasha I would have put money on them being from French Vogue - but they are actually from Vogue China. Love love the Balmain outfit in the third shot.

Vogue China May 2009 "Denim Chich" Sasha Pivovarova by Terry Richardson

And I'm saying it again, but no one does denim in editorials quite like Vogue Paris.

Vogue Paris May 2009 "Le Soleil en Perspective (The Sun in Perspective)"

Crash Winter 08/09 "Aztec Camera" Lydia Hearst

Source: Fashion Gone Rogue

Strip-Jean

Carine Roitfeld always does denim perfectly - sexy as hell but never vulgar, and still totally appealing to women. The editorial "La peau douce" in French Vogue's June 08 issue starring Natasha Poly is one of my all time favorites when it comes to denim. Here Raquel Zimmermann nocks it out of the park in flesh baring bleached denim, snakeskin and luxe metallics. Love the washed out, deer-in-a-headlights look of Tellers photographs. In these shots Zimmermann seems like a (perfect and gorgeous) lovechild of Jerry Hall and Brooke Shields (circa those Calvin Klein ads).

Vogue Paris May 2009 "Strip-Jean" Raquel Zimmermann by Juergen Teller

Source: Fashion Gone Rogue