tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986821494371439972024-03-18T20:56:58.196-07:00Fashion & ArtThis blog is all about fashion and art events!
On inspiring fashion photography in editorials, covers of magazines and advertising campaigns
and anything else captured by my lens!Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.comBlogger2526125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-30873698722667010962020-08-03T05:35:00.003-07:002023-06-19T05:12:42.501-07:00H&M announces collaboration with Sandra MansourI just received the images of the new collaboration of H&M with Sandra Mansour and I love them! I selected my favourite ones in this blogpost. <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1zNiuwBbjvk/XygDbwWfq3I/AAAAAAABMOw/DyXnaNLR8HYt8AL9KABFIhTyKxttROekgCPcBGAYYCw/s1055/Tule-dress-Sandra-Mansour-HM.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1055" data-original-width="785" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1zNiuwBbjvk/XygDbwWfq3I/AAAAAAABMOw/DyXnaNLR8HYt8AL9KABFIhTyKxttROekgCPcBGAYYCw/s640/Tule-dress-Sandra-Mansour-HM.png" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Sandra Mansour is an eponymous Beirut-based brand known for its dreamy and daring aesthetic, always with a modern coolness to it. Inspired by strong female artists and the beauty of nature, the collection features intricate designs in a muted colour palette, where handcrafted details like edgy ruffles and layers of romantic fabrics create a youthful, empowering look.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VvcZkCH9GKU/XygDbu_OC3I/AAAAAAABMO4/zFWwiR1QBjcKJII9GLMWliVRkYZVV_hdQCPcBGAYYCw/s1055/Earrings-Sandra-Mansour-HM.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1055" data-original-width="785" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VvcZkCH9GKU/XygDbu_OC3I/AAAAAAABMO4/zFWwiR1QBjcKJII9GLMWliVRkYZVV_hdQCPcBGAYYCw/s640/Earrings-Sandra-Mansour-HM.png" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2zSAAeHC-NQ/XygDcc-IqXI/AAAAAAABMPE/UgR_7qOSltw8f33CCJjuXvUzxi5Zb1rgACPcBGAYYCw/s1055/black-dress-sandra-mansour-hm.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1055" data-original-width="785" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2zSAAeHC-NQ/XygDcc-IqXI/AAAAAAABMPE/UgR_7qOSltw8f33CCJjuXvUzxi5Zb1rgACPcBGAYYCw/s640/black-dress-sandra-mansour-hm.png" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Enjoy the clip!<br /><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">
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Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-16140524574846599122020-04-16T04:46:00.000-07:002020-04-20T00:09:48.642-07:00A touch of impressionism by Patricia MunsterI am missing my visits to inspiring exhibitions at musea, like the wonderful exhibition 'The garden paintings' by Monet at Kunstmuseum in The Hague. The beautiful colours Claude Monet used in his paintings, the technics like you just caught a glimpse of it, just an impression and especially the bright and vibrant artworks.<br />
I love impressionism, because it created a model for freedom. And I love freedom, realising that freedom hangs on a thread. At the moment in many countries people are not allowed to get outside their houses. Thankful that I am living in The Netherlands and I am allowed to get some fresh air.<br />
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As I love walking in nature and listening to the sounds. Sometimes quiet, sometimes a storm but always listening to the rhythm of my feet touching the ground. A bird whistle, a cow moos, a sheep bleats and a horse neighs. I am thankful for living near a beautiful park with all kind of animals and birds and we are not in a total lockdown.<br />
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Also I love to make beautiful work, being creative in anyway I can. So with my camera I walked around and I love a challenge. With the use of Abstract Paint FX by Giallo via Design Cuts I created this impressionistic artwork.<br />
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Which one is your favourite? Should I make more?<br />
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Besides <a href="https://www.kunstmuseum.nl/en/exhibitions/monet" target="_blank">Claude Monet</a>'s artworks I love works by Albert Sisley, Camille Pissarro, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Edgar Degas. Who is your favourite impressionist?</div>
Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-3658340943887550632020-04-08T02:19:00.000-07:002020-04-08T02:19:13.063-07:00The new shopping: Dior's virtual boutiqueAs we are staying home for #flattenthecurve, we are more on the world wide web than ever. Scrolling through news facts and dreaming for better days, longing for the days we can go shopping again.<br />
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Dior created a virtual beauty boutique and I love it. You can explore the store by walking in and have a closer look at the products, get informed about it and you can buy it immediately. Or enjoy and travel with the video clips to a wonderful feel moment, just by clicking on the play button at the parfums.<br />
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Boring websites with only products can learn a lot of this three-dimensional boutique in Paris!<br />
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Enjoy your tour through this amazing online boutique at <a href="https://virtualstore.dior.com/champs-elysees/#/fr-fr/spring20-12" target="_blank">Dior</a>.<br />
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The boutique will change six times a year. Not only the interior, but also the products. At the moment, the theme of spring is on display, full of flowers.<br />
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Looking for a video film to give you an impression I found some interesting episodes on the quest for essences, I like to share with you.<br />
Enjoy beauty every moment!<br />
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<br />Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-46148423160064030762020-04-06T04:01:00.001-07:002020-04-07T01:27:14.768-07:00Circular Fashion in 2020Walking by closed stores and looking at the beautiful clothes inside circular fashion must be on top of the fashion professionals lists.<br />
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As Prabal Gurung said:<br />
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As in many countries there is a total lockdown I am wondering what will happen to all the stock inside the clothing shops. Online shopping is still possible but with these uncertain times people will spend less on clothing. The most important is to stay safe!<br />
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But it doesn't mean the clothing industry must close down, they should look for new possibilities and circular fashion is an excellent start.<br />
A hot item in my hometown is personal shopping. Make an appointment and the shop owner will open exclusively for you. But it will not regenerate the turnover that was expected. So stores will remain with their stock.<br />
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So let's think about circular fashion. But what is circular fashion and how can we help?<br />
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The main issue is to use materials that can be re-used again. An item that is becoming more popular than ever. But in the meanwhile you can be creative too and make something new of your old wardrobe or recycle your clothes. Explore the internet and you will find countless ideas on how to pimp your clothing and to change your clothes in a second-hand store.<br />
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Many fashion companies are looking for ways to change the future. Among side it is H&M: "We’re changing the way we do business to become climate-positive and fully circular: making the most of all resources, cutting carbon emissions and turning waste into new resources.<br />
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Anna Gedda, Head of Sustainability H&M Group: “I am proud of all the progress we did in 2019. Looking ahead, not only our industry will continue changing rapidly, but also the world as a whole. This 2020 has started with a challenge we never saw before with the spread of COVID-19 affecting the whole world, companies and societies. I am confident that the long-term vision we always had, and will continue having, on sustainability will play an – even more – crucial role in facing these challenges. It will be more important than ever to continue our journey towards a circular economy and sustainable consumption while creating prosperity through job opportunities. <a href="https://sustainabilityreport.hmgroup.com/circular-climate-positive/#" target="_blank">This report</a> is only a summary of the great effort all our colleagues around the world do every day to change the future of fashion.”<br />
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Another inspiring initiative is on <a href="https://fashionforgood.com/about-us/" target="_blank">Fashion for Good</a>.<br />
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Drop a line on how you think how you can improve the fashion industry!<br />
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<br />Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-29547618637329714762019-09-08T05:00:00.001-07:002019-09-08T05:00:23.141-07:00Ronald van der Kemp opens Amsterdam Fashion WeekRonald van der Kemp, a pioneer in the sustainability movement within fashion and the rebel of Haute Couture, opened Amsterdam Fashion Week at the MoCo museum in the center of Amsterdam.<br />
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As you know I love fashion and I love art, so for me a reason to travel to Amsterdam. My expectations were high. Presenting a new collection in a museum is one of my favourite settings of fashion. Fashion truly meets Art.<br />
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Warhol, Lichtenstein, Basquiat, Haring, Koons, Kusama, Hirst and Dal.<br />
Until September 30th 2019, Moco Museum is also hosting New York-based artist Daniel Arsham’s solo show ‘Connecting Time’. I couldn't resist to take a 'selfie' in Arsham's <br />
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During opening night of the fashion week in the museum models walked around and were dressed with previous collections of Ronald van der Kemp longing for us to see his new collection. Also he made some art installations with a great backdrop of works from Banksy and Warhol<br />
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Ronald van der Kemp presented his new collection in the lovely garden of the museum. As I was expecting a fashion show I was a bit disappointed as the models moved through the crowd surrounded by photographers. For me it was difficult to see his new collection.<br />
The glimpse I got you can see in my photo review.<br />
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Van der Kemp's collection looks like a large patchwork of different materials, textures, fabrics and shapes and is a clear statement that all materials and trends can be recycled, keeping that iconic and innovative RVDK signature.<br />
For more information on the museum visit <a href="http://monomuseum.com/">monomuseum.com</a> and for more photos visit <a href="http://amsterdamfashionweek.nl/">amsterdamfashionweek.nl</a><br />
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I totally agree with the fashion designer's statement: "You can change the fashion world by one dress at a time!"<br />
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<b>About Ronald van der Kemp/RVDK </b>(as written on the designer's <a href="https://www.ronaldvanderkemp.com/about" target="_blank">website</a>)<br />
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RVDK Ronald van der Kemp is the world’s
first sustainable couture label.
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Founded In August 2014, RVDK shuns the fashion system’s wasteful ways, proposing wardrobes consisting of
limited-edition statement pieces, that are seasonless and timeless clothes as an expression of a women’s personality underlining her strength and character.
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Each style is ethically made with high-end existing materials and leftovers, and crafted by hand by small ateliers and artisans
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Ronald van der Kemp worked for over 25 years as designer and creative director for high-end international luxury brands such as Bill Blass, Celine/Michael Kors, Guy Laroche and Barneys before launching a label under his own name.
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RVDK is on a mission to show the world that ethical fashion can be glamorous and exciting, injecting high fashion with a feeling of nostalgia and a longing for the heydays of haute couture.
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RVDK believes that a form of art can change behaviour which leads to a bigger change in the industry. The world is full of beautiful things we can't see anymore. Because we are to busy to considerate them or too rookie to appreciate them. We are fashion alchemists: we capture unused beautiful fragments and turn them into unique work of art. For the sake of beauty. For the sake of our planet.
Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-47145885917065552632019-07-29T05:08:00.000-07:002019-07-29T05:08:03.718-07:00Vegan Skincare by Garnier - Beat the MicrobeadI hear a lot about microplastics, like the ones in our skincare products. I am wondering why initially companies used these products. But as for many items people didn't think about the environment. Now the world is changing, we are more aware of what is happening to our world. So we are trying to take care of it.<br />
Like Garnier from L'Oreal does by launching a new product line called Garnier BIO.<br />
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For 115 years, Garnier has been pioneer in the field of plant-based products.
This year Garnier goes one step further in the field of course with the brand new skincare line: Garnier Bio.
This line is certified organic and vegan. In addition, the packaging is made from recycled material and is again fully recyclable.<br />
The Garnier BIO line takes power from plants for taking care of every type of skin. For every skin type another, and uses these forces efficiently for the care and cleansing of the skin.<br />
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BEAT THE MICROBEAD PLASTICS<br />
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Tiny particles of plastic have been added to thousands of personal care cosmetic products sold around the world. These microbeadsplastics, hardly visible to the naked eye, flow straight from the bathroom drain into the sewer system. Wastewater treatment plants are not designed to filter them out microbeads and that is the main reason why they contribute to the Plastic Soup swirling around the world’s oceans. Sea animals absorb or eat microplasticsbeads. These microbeads are passed along the marine food chain. Since humans are ultimately at the top of this food chain, it is likely that we are also ingest them, absorbing microbeads from the food we eat. Microplasticsbeads are not biodegradable and once they enter the marine environment, they are impossible to remove.
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Striking images of the plastic soup, climate change, and overconsumption Although the cosmetics industry has become more aware of microplastic pollution, many major brands still add micro- and nanoplastics or other chemical ingredients (to thicken, stabilize, and otherwise manipulate the product). For now, it’s mostly up to the consumer to do their research and buy responsibly, for example by using the Beat the Microbead App. In the words of Karen van Ede, “it may not feel like much, but doing nothing is worse”.
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Plastic ingredients are included in most mainstream personal care products — anything from waterproof mascara, lipstick, and sunscreen to shower gel is likely to contain at least one form of plastic. This fact is largely unrecognized by well-intentioned consumers, who avoid products containing plastic microbeads only to purchase products containing polymethyl methacrylate or polypropylene components. This is worrisome because not only is there a large knowledge gap as to how plastics behave once they reach inside our bodies (as a result of either absorption or accidental ingestion), but at the end of the day, plastic ingredients from these products are washed off and go down the drain, into the oceans. Source: beatthemicrobead.org<br />
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Weleda, founded by a Dutch gynecologist and an Austrian gynecologist in the 1920s, is the first example of a “Zero” brand — it is also the largest that currently sports the badge. Its range of products covers everything from shampoos to body lotions to baby care products — and not one of them contains microplastic beads or any other plastic-based ingredient. Weleda serves as an example to other large multinational companies such as Unilever, Johnson & Johnson, and L’Oreal, all of which have not discovered the benefits of eliminating plastics in personal care products.
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As a consumer, one of the surest ways to guarantee that the products you purchase are not processed with any microplastics is to support brands which have the “Look for the Zero” mark. Until plastic-free care products are the norm industry-wide, looking for the “Zero” is your best bet!<br />
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<br />Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-84654500605096328812019-03-01T01:25:00.001-08:002019-03-01T01:26:45.015-08:005 Top Exhibitions to visit in March 2019<div>
A new month so let me share you my sources of inspiration for March 2019. 5 Top exhibition to visit in the first month of spring. As David Hockney said: "Everybody loves spring!"</div>
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<b>1. Hockney - Van Gogh: The Joy of Nature @ Van Gogh Museum Amsterdam</b><br />
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Two Painters, One Love: Nature. David Hockney (1937) may live more than a century later than Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890), however their vision of landscape is often similar. But what exactly does this nature mean to them? And how did Van Gogh’s landscapes inspire Hockney?<br />
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From today until the 26th of May, the colossal works of David Hockney will be on display in the Netherlands, at the <a href="http://vangoghmuseum.nl/" target="_blank">Van Gogh Museum</a> in Amsterdam. For the first time, this spectacular exhibition offers an extensive and colourful exploration of the common ground between the work of Vincent van Gogh and David Hockney. </div>
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The world-famous Yorkshire landscapes by David Hockney (1937) are a vivid feast for the eyes. This is the first time that these works will be on display in the Netherlands.<br />
The blockbuster exhibition Hockney – Van Gogh: The Joy of Nature demonstrates the unmistakable influence that Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) had on the displayed works.
One of the highlights is the colossal The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire in 2011 (twenty eleven), consisting of 32 parts and measuring 9.75 metres wide by 3.66 metres high.<br />
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Sketchbooks, videos, photographic drawings and 20 large iPad drawings are also on display.
Especially for this exhibition, photographer Rineke Dijkstra created a portrait of the artist, who is now 81 years old.<br />
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Axel Rüger (Director of the Van Gogh Museum): ‘Hockney is one of the most inspirational artists of our time. This is the first ever exhibition to explore how Van Gogh influenced his work. It is an absolute honour to organise an exhibition such as this’.<br />
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Back to Yorkshire
In the 1990s, Hockney started to return from Los Angeles to his native region: the Yorkshire Wolds in Great Britain, where he painted the characteristic countryside. These paintings, the Yorkshire landscapes, reveal thorough observations of the changing four seasons, and how light, space and nature are constantly in flux. These imposing landscapes offer a vivid insight into Hockney’s love of nature.
The landscape paintings show clear links with Van Gogh’s landscapes, such as The Harvest (1888), Field with Irises near Arles (1888) and The Garden of Saint Paul’s Hospital (‘Leaf-Fall’) (1889).<br />
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The stylised vertical lines of the tree trunks in the latter work by Van Gogh are analogous to the repetitive lines in Hockney’s renowned The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire in 2011 (twenty eleven).<br />
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Everyone loves spring. Everything emerges and straightens up. It’s like nature’s erection. </blockquote>
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Hockney on Van Gogh: ‘His paintings are full of movement. What people love about Van Gogh’s paintings is that all the brush marks are visible and you can see how they are painted. When you’re drawing one blade of grass you’re looking and then you see more. And then you see the other blades of grass and you’re always seeing more. Well, that’s exciting to me and it was exciting to Van Gogh. I mean, he saw very clearly’.
‘The world is colourful. It is beautiful, I think. Nature is great. Van Gogh worshipped nature. He might have been miserable, but that doesn’t show in his work. There are always things that will try to pull you down. But we should be joyful in looking at the world’.<br />
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The Joy of Nature demonstrates the influence of Van Gogh on Hockney’s work, exploring both artists’ fascination with nature, their use of bright, contrasting colours and their experimentation with perspective.<br />
The exhibition features some 60 works, including two series of watercolours and charcoal drawings (that consist of 36 and 25 smaller works respectively). <br />
Hockney – Van Gogh: The Joy of Nature also features masterful videos of the four seasons and one of Hockney’s recent – technically innovative – photographic drawings, alongside watercolours, black-and-white drawings and prints.<br />
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<b>2. The Girl, The Dress and The Pearl @ Museum aan het Vrijthof Amsterdam</b><br />
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From March 9th until June 16th, <a href="http://www.museumaanhetvrijthof.nl/" target="_blank">Museum aan het Vrijthof</a> in Maastricht will be fully devoted to Haute Couture by Ronald Kolk and Haute Joaillerie by Margareth Stalman.<br />
Couturier/designer Ronald Kolk shows a colorful selection of over fifty dresses from his extensive oeuvre. Goldsmith, designer and enameller Margareth Stalman presents an impressive collection of jewels. The exhibition ‘The Girl, The Dress and the Pearl’ takes place during and around the international art fair TEFAF Maastricht. <br />
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The ten characteristic cabinets and period rooms of the monumental museum form an ideal setting for the exhibition. Each room has its own theme. There is a red room, a treasure room, a Japanese room, a hanging garden of glass objects and a cocktail room. In one special room, two workshops are realized where visitors can see and feel the creative process. Video clips of fashion shows are also shown.<br />
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Ronald Kolk (Den Haag, 1950) started his career in New York dressing Grace Jones and Bette Midler. Back in the Netherlands he learned about the fashion industry working with fashion designers Max Heymans and Frank Govers. In 1998 he started his own couture house. His designs contribute to the self-confidence of women and bring out the girl in the woman. "Fashion should delight". The couturier’s style is flamboyant and theatrical, with a great fondness for special fabrics and materials.<br />
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Margareth Stalman (Heerlen, 1959) has been designing exclusive jewelry since 1983. The golden creations are difficult to define. On the one hand they look exuberant and asymmetrical. On the other hand, they are very refined with an elegant use of color. Because of the innovative use of pearls and the method of enamel application, her work has received international acclaim, including an Award of Excellence from the Japan Enamelling Artist Association.<br />
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Ronald Kolk and Margareth Stalman share a passion for traditional craftsmanship and make their creations themselves. Particularly due to the mutual respect for each other's craftsmanship, they have often collaborated over the past years at the annual fashion shows that Kolk organized until 2018. With this exhibition, and with presentations, lectures and masterclasses, they want to transfer that love for craftsmanship to young new designers.<br />
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<b>3. Glorious Delft Blue @ Royal Delft</b><br />
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Until the 30th of June Royal Delft has contemporary showpieces on display. In order to present the relationship between the Golden Age and contemporary showpieces and trends they have selected five themes. In the themes, trade & new flavours, interior, tulipmania, portraits and fashion, Royal Delft has collaborated with contemporary designers like Marie Cécile Thijs, Ruben van Megen and Tess van Zalinge.<br />
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Meisterwerke is a creation of Isabelle Torrelle and Christian Otto, designers who share a love of art and textiles.
After her education in textiles and making collections for others for 20 years, Isabelle took matters into her own hands last year. “Since then, I’ve had the freedom to create without restrictions. I look for the limits, and exceed them.” They combine the strengths of weaving and embroidery, making possible the interweaving of more than 90 different colours and techniques.<br />
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<a href="http://royaldelft.com/" target="_blank">Royal Delft</a> is the last remaining earthenware factory from the 17th century. Here the renowned Delft Blue is still entirely hand painted according to centuries-old tradition. At the Royal Delft Experience you will discover the complete history and production process of Royal Delftware. Here, you can feel the painters’ passion during a painting demonstration, admire our Delftware museum collection and wander through the factory where craftsmen are busy producing the products.
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<b>4. Wolzak & Kosters Serious International Business @ Museum Rijswijk</b><br />
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An inspiring exhibition on textile art by Preta Wolzak and Bas Kosters at <a href="http://www.museumrijswijk.nl/" target="_blank">Museum Rijswijk</a>, but you probably have read my review on it. If not read my <a href="https://fashionart.patriciareports.nl/2019/02/petra-wolzak-bas-kosters-in-museum.html" target="_blank">post</a>!<br />
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<b>5. Femmes Fatales @ Gemeentemuseum Den Haag</b><br />
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If you haven't visit Femmes Fatales - Strong women in Fashion yet, do it now as it is only on display until the 24th of March in <a href="http://www.gemeentemuseum.nl/" target="_blank">Gemeentemuseum Den Haag</a>. As fashion lover it is such an inspiring exhibition and you can combine it with <a href="https://fashionart.patriciareports.nl/2019/02/5-top-exhibitions-to-visit-in-february.html" target="_blank">Erwin Olaf's exhibition</a> in the museum.<br />
Read <a href="https://fashionart.patriciareports.nl/2019/01/femmes-fatales-gemeentemuseum-den-haag.html" target="_blank">my review</a> on Femmes Fatales and get inspired!<br />
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<br />Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-67429620593991900542019-02-21T22:36:00.000-08:002019-02-21T22:36:51.370-08:00Introducing Colette SolColette Sol is a brand for a strong and stylish woman who likes to go for something different than usual. The shoes of this brand are also striking, colourful and feature trendy prints and interesting details. Consider, for example, the combination of dashes with stars, or metallic leather with transparent mesh. The shoes are not only colourful and fashionable, but also very comfortable.<br />
Each model is equipped with an extra padded footbed so that your foot is well supported and it feels like you walk on soft pads.<br />
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From the summer collection you will be cheerful in one go. Bright colors and fun prints predominate. Thus the SS19 collection is completely in line with the trend of 2019: color-blocking!<br />
From red ankle boots and bright green sandals to purple and bright blue boots, in terms of color this summer is definitely good with the shoes of Colette Sol.<br />
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<b>About</b><br />
Colette Sol was founded by Miranda and Colette Sol for charitable causes that are committed to women and girls worldwide by designing beautiful, hand-made shoes. The sisters aim to improve the lives of young women around the world, particularly those impacted by human trafficking.<br />
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In 2010, Colette Sol was inspired by MamaCash: an organisation that works against the international trafficking in women, in which underprivileged young girls are presented with a beautiful picture of Europe and subsequently end up in even more misery and poverty.<br />
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With this story in mind, the founders of Colette Sol went in search of a small organisation where they could make an active contribution. Eventually this became Mor Cati, a Turkish women's shelter where the residents make stuff from residual materials from different factories.<br />
Colette Sol donated pieces of leather and bought the products - among other wallets and bags - that the women and girls made of them.<br />
In recent years Colette Sol has also organised stiletto runs several times, the proceeds of which went to various organisations, including Free A Girl.<br />
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Since 2017 the brand supports the Dutch organization Comensha. This foundation is there for victims of trafficking from all parts of the world. They start a new life in apartments that are partly furnished by Colette Sol. The brand not only donates furniture and other household items, but also bicycles, baby carriages, sewing machines and, for example, children's clothing.<br />
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Since its inception in 2010, the Colette Sol brand has gained a loyal customer following in the European fashion market with a strong reputation for elegant, durable, and extremely comfortable shoes. "Our hope is that each and every time you wear your Colette Sol shoes, conversations will be sparked and awareness will be raised about the issue of human trafficking."<br />
You will definitely get attention in their shoes and it’s the founders dream that each woman who wears them will become an ambassador and an advocate, not only for the brand, but also for other women, worldwide, so that they too can feel beautiful, strong, glamorous, and free.Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-85168947234469206832019-02-12T06:09:00.003-08:002019-02-20T13:29:23.956-08:00Preta Wolzak & Bas Kosters in Museum RijswijkImpressive and inspiring are the two words that came up to me during my visit to Wolzak & Kosters serious international business exhibition in Museum Rijswijk.<br />
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Looking at the art works of Preta Wolzak, you just keep looking. So many details, so well executed, so stylish and so impressive. The handicraft is amazing! Many works by Bas Kosters gave me a smile on my face and remind me of the innocence and open-mindedness of children.<br />
By the way I would love to have his flowers in my home!<br />
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Museum Rijswijk opened the first duo-exhibition of Preta Wolzak & Bas Kosters and it will be on display from 12 Februari to 31 March 2019.<br />
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The connection between the two artists are the urgent need to create. Both artists have their own unique view of the world: one from within self-love, the other from adoration of militant women and their protests against injustices in this world.<br />
Both artists use textile and embroidery techniques in their work.<br />
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It's about the craziness of mankind. I think, there should be places in the world that are free from all the bad deeds of man. </blockquote>
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With her art, Wolzak points a finger at the exploitation of the pristine polar region and the unknown women who fight to preserve the lands. Her protest takes place in the form of leather, sequins and embroidery on canvas, on a background of photographic and drawn images.<br />
A similar protest can be found in her portrait series Ma Petite Inuit, of the original inhabitants, the first victims of climate change and tourism. The Bèta Angels series is a tribute to forgotten women in science, while the Fighting Females show women who acted against humanitarian and environmental abuses.<br />
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I have the urge to make a party of everything in life, put a bow around it, or decorate it, which I also recognize in the work of Preta.</blockquote>
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Bas Kosters</div>
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Kosters presents tapestries, drawings and soft sculptures, including a new series of works about self-love called "Quest for self-love". Those who look closely at his work notice that Kosters not only has a rebellious side, but that commitment and love form the foundation of his work.<br />
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Quest for self-love is about the importance of self-appreciation at a time when everyone is looking for validation from the outside world. Kosters also shows work from the series Tears are the glitters of life, in which the tear not only symbolizes grief but demonstrates how important it is to embrace emotions.<br />
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I was impressed by the story Bas Kosters told us about a giant tapestry. The used fabrics are clothes from his late father. Also in this piece of art a coat is fabricated. His father was proud to wear his clothes, so he was very eye-catching at the municipality of his hometown.<br />
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My photo review of the opening but the photos don't justify the beauty of the art works, so you have definitely plan a visit to the <a href="http://www.museumrijswijk.nl/" target="_blank">museum in Rijswijk</a>!<br />
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Some artworks are for sale! But as Bas Kosters said: "I hope you did some savings!"<br />
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Duo exhibition Preta Wolzak & Bas Kosters<br />
Exhibition: 12 February - 31 March, 2019<br />
Museum Rijswijk, Herenstraat 67, 2282 BR Rijswijk<br />
Open: Tuesday - Sunday 11-17Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-32045254466435944442019-02-06T10:53:00.001-08:002019-02-07T03:20:54.671-08:00Kaia Gerber: Wanted for GlowTom Pechaux, Global Beauty Director for YSL Beauté answers all the questions about the new products of the brand and about how the make up was applied for the 2019 campaign for YSL.<br />
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David Sims lensed Kaia Gerber, Staz Lindes and Zoë Kravitz' glow for the ad campaign of YSL Touche Eclat 2019.<br />
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Touche Eclat was launched back in 1992. Since that moment 'the golden pen' with a magical formula had the power to clarify and highlight in just a few strokes. As a milestone in makeup innovations, the favourite of many makeup artists and has been widely used ever since.<br />
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Touche Eclat Radiant Touch is used as a highlighter to strengthen the contours of your face, give light and create volume where the shadow falls; and today a new chapter starts in the Touche Eclat collection.<br />
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As said before, YSL Beauté launches new additions, including the Touche Eclat High Cover, a new clarifying concealer to camouflage the complexion a little more.<br />
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Enjoy reading the Q&A with Tom Pecheux, Global Beauty Director for YSL Beauté.<br />
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<b>It has been loved and adored by makeup artists (and consumers!) for over 25 years. Do you remember the first time you “met” Touche Eclat?</b><br />
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I do! I met it before it was famous. A long time ago when makeup was all about looking “normal”, suddenly this new product arrived which was light, face-friendly and had this lovely mix of providing both luminosity and coverage. As you may know about my makeup, I love glowing, healthy-looking skin, and this product was perfect for that.
When it launched, in France and in Europe, in general the look was very much about “no makeup makeup”. With its click-click pen, and heavenly brush, here was a tool that made the wearer look like all she did was take great care of her skin!<br />
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<b>How do you like to use Touche Eclat Radiant Touch?</b><br />
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I use it where it is needed and when it is needed – it is not designed to answer every makeup need, but for when the skin is a little sad and grey or you need a good illuminator with a little camouflage, it is perfect. It is a very gentle way to highlight.<br />
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<b>How do you like to use the new Touche Eclat High Cover? </b><br />
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This is the perfect product to use under your eyes or if you have dark eyelids. Sometimes, putting on a foundation can feel a little thick, especially if your skin is in great condition but all you need is a little spot coverage.
I like to apply it before foundation for two reasons:<br />
• Firstly, psychologically you always feel better straight away if you cover up the dark circles, spots or other imperfections on your face.<br />
• Secondly, you are likely to use less foundation if you apply Touche Eclat High Cover first.<br />
For super perfect skin, I will cover first with Touche Eclat High Cover, then use foundation where needed, and then finally add a very light touch of Touche Eclat Radiant Touch on top to bring extra light to the under eye area.<br />
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<b>How do you choose the right shade of Touche Eclat High Cover?</b><br />
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It depends what you are trying to cover.
If you are aiming to cover dark circles under your eyes, the general rule is to look for a slightly paler shade than your natural skin tone.
If you want to cover pimples, the hardest thing is to hide the volume of the imperfection. Where it is raised on the skin, it will naturally catch the light, which makes it look bigger. So it is a good idea to pick a shade of Touche Eclat High Cover that isn’t lighter than your own skin tone.
If it is a really bad pimple, I suggest taking a Q-Tip and with a little powder, dot the pimple as a finishing touch with a powder to make sure that the dome of the spot doesn’t catch the light and reflect it.<br />
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<b>The Shimmer Sticks give a touch of glamour to an evening look. How would you use them during the day?</b><br />
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They are fabulous for the day, especially when applied on the décolleté because they highlight a beautiful décolleté or nice looking shoulder bones and you could even use a darker shade as a bronzer.
They are also great to wear on the face, creating the impression of a bigger surface, so perfect on cheekbones or on a small forehead. I’ve even used them on a broad nose as, if you apply in a thin vertical line on the bridge of the nose they can be very flattering.<br />
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<b>Tell us about Kaia... what did you enjoy about this new campaign for Touche Eclat?</b><br />
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Kaia is a dream to work with, she is fun, well-educated and insanely professional, especially when you consider she is still only 17! She has naturally very beautiful skin that is healthy and glowing, which epitomises the values of Touche Eclat. But like anyone, she can get tired, particularly during the runway season, so that’s when the cover-up is good, when her schedule is intense.
For this campaign, Kaia was resting on top of a golden car, so I wanted to capture a certain radiance within her skin. I opted for a nude lip colour and a little makeup on the eyes so that the focus is still the great quality of her complexion and the highlighted cheeks. But you can see she still has a daring side to her.<br />
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<b>Can you describe the makeup look for Zoë and Staz?</b><br />
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For me, the essence of this campaign is about letting the light shine through. You know, we always talk about “inner beauty”; we say to each other, “You shine!” or “You glow!” and that’s what I wanted to see here.
It’s all about transparency, and that’s what Touche Eclat is all about too, because it’s the product which doesn’t create a barrier between the outside and the inside. There’s no “wall” to block the light, and it’s almost more like a natural filter which increases our inner light.
The key to the look is to use different shades of Touche Eclat – it’s perfect because it’s sheer, creamy-textured but not greasy, and the colours fit the skin perfectly.<br />
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<b>How did you achieve Zoë’s look?</b><br />
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I started by massaging Zoë’s skin, cleansing and moisturizing to give a naturally glowing complexion. Then I used the Touche Eclat High Cover to help to erase any imperfections, following with Touche Eclat Radiant Touch and a Shimmer Stick to create a highlighter effect and bring a glow to the face, which is all about transparency and softness. I added a little bit of black Couture Eyeliner and mascara to frame the eyes, and a touch of Les Sahariennes Bronzing Stones to give a slight bronzing effect. On the lips I used Dessin Des Lèvres for a very natural looking effect.<br />
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<b>What do you like about the campaign in terms of how it expresses the spirit and style of today’s YSL Beauté woman?</b><br />
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I love the image we created for this campaign, with this beautiful backlighting which creates a golden glow and the way Zoë and Staz have a perfect synergy. I think there is a freedom, a lightness of spirit, and a wonderful energy in today’s YSL Beauté woman, and I think we achieved that mood in this shoot.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Photos courtesy of © Yves Saint Laurent</span>Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-31914681696093597532019-02-05T23:58:00.000-08:002019-02-06T00:20:36.126-08:00Amazing clips by Van Cleef & ArpelsStylish and elegant are the clips by Van Cleef & Arpels. I fell in love with the ballerina clip, I would love to have it! It is just amazing, the design, the rocks and the finishing. It is designed in 1947 but timeless!<br />
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An exhibition of 54 pieces of Van Cleef & Arpels' private collection is on display in the Galerie du Patrimoine, Paris, entitled “The clip, a stylish and elegant piece.”<br />
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The items are accompanied by documents from the archives, celebrate Van Cleef & Arpels’ beloved clip.<br />
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A jewelry piece in its own right, it embodies the Maison’s vision of femininity, timeless style and refinement.
The exhibition brings together a multitude of motifs, shapes and color combinations typical of the years from 1920 to 2000, reflecting the privileged position this form of jewelry holds in the history of Van Cleef & Arpels. Ears of wheat, leaves, chrysanthemums, thistles, feathers and flames, perfect circles, lace bows, foxes, lions and playful fledglings, as well as charming ballerinas and fairies, may be worn on a hat, belt, pinned to the lapel of a jacket, dress, shoulder or on a neckline as desired.<br />
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<i>"It is a poetic journey that revisits the vocabulary of the fauna and flora." </i>So plan your visit to admire these 54 vintage pieces!<br />
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Practical information:<br />
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Boutique<br />
Galerie du Patrimoine
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place Vendôme<br />
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Until March 30th, from Monday to Saturday, 11 am to 7 pmPatricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-81205448655712051212019-02-01T02:48:00.000-08:002019-02-01T02:50:32.742-08:005 Top Exhibitions to visit in February 2019Exhibitions are for me a source of inspiration, I love to visit them and get inspired. This passion I like to share with you, so here my top exhibitions to visit in February 2019.<br />
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1. <b>Cultural Threads in Textielmuseum Tilburg</b></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Caught in the Rapture - Kunstenaar: Mary Sibande - Textielmuseum Tilburg - Photo courtesy of Gallery MOMO</td></tr>
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We live in a world in which borders between countries and people become blurred, power relations change radically and cultures intermingle. The exhibition <b>'Cultural Threads'</b> presents work in which contemporary artists use textiles as a powerful tool to portray their ideas on politico-societal issues.<br />
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They connect textiles to their own search for origin and identity in an increasingly globalized world. Or they use it to unravel histories and outline new future perspectives. 'Cultural Threads' can be seen in the TextielMuseum until May 12, 2019. With works by Eylem Aladogan, Célio Braga, Hana Miletic, Otobong Nkanga, Mary Sibande, Fiona Tan, Jennifer Tee, Aiko Tezuka and Vincent Vulsma.
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For more information visit <a href="http://textielmuseum.nl/">Textielmuseum.nl</a><br />
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2. <b>Cool Japan in Tropenmuseum Amsterdam</b></h3>
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Cool Japan brings the worldwide fascination for Japan into the picture: from Hello Kitty to samurai and from the recognizable Japanese horror to kawaii ('cute') fashion from the streets of Tokyo.<br />
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The exhibition attracted a record number of visitors to Museum Volkenkunde in Leiden last year, and will be shown in renewed form in Amsterdam until 1 September 2019.<br />
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The Tropenmuseum adds, among other things, a spectacular kawaii installation, an installation by the Japanese artist Sebastian Masuda. The candy pink "Colorful Rebellion - Seventh Nightmare" was previously seen in Tokyo, New York and Miami; but for the first time in the Netherlands.<br />
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Tropenmuseum shows with historical masterpieces from the world famous Japanese collection that the icons of today are in a long tradition. Striking are the similarities between the old masters and modern artists. In Cool Japan you will discover that ancient techniques and visual tricks in historical prints, woodcuts and paintings are still being applied by modern mangaka (artists) and animators.<br />
A central eye-catcher is the four-meter-high painting Uki-Uki by Matsuura Hiroyuki in which traditional and contemporary elements represent exactly the core of the exhibition.<br />
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For more information visit <a href="http://tropenmuseum.nl/">Tropenmuseum.nl</a><br />
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3. <b>Party People in Museum Rotterdam</b></h3>
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Party People is an exhibition about two generations of entertainment culture in which current developments in the Rotterdam nightlife scene are linked to the period in which it all began: the '90s.<br />
The exhibition is on display until 23 June 2019.<br />
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Party People is an underground party of recognition for every party animal or fervent clubber who has ever made a step into Rotterdam's nightlife.<br />
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For this exhibition and the peripheral programming the museum collaborated with the authentic Rotterdam makers. Party icon Ted Langenbach and word artist Derek Otte zoom in as guest curators on the Rotterdam underground scene of the late 80s and early 90s. The period in which a DANCE-HOUSE-HIPHOP culture of (inter) national significance emerges in Rotterdam.<br />
DJ & festival organizer Frank Dros and photographer Naomi van Heck, connoisseurs of and players in the current nightlife scene, zoom in on current events.<br />
Music, fashion, photography, video, graphics, literature, spoken word, performance, art and design come together in this compelling exhibition.<br />
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In the exhibition you will go into the nightlife of the city; meet the doorhost, DJs and mc's, climb the stage and dance floor, marvel at the nightlife and experience the mysterious darkroom and the infamous afterparty. Everywhere the indispensable music sounds.<br />
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For more information visit <a href="http://museumrotterdam.nl/">museumrotterdam.nl</a><br />
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4. <b>Erwin Olaf in Gemeentemuseum Den Haag/ Fotomuseum Den Haag</b></h3>
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Gemeentemuseum Den Haag and The Hague Museum of Photography are to honour one of the Netherlands’ most famous photographers, Erwin Olaf (b. 1959), with a double exhibition.<br />
The exhibitions are from 16 February until 12 May 2019.<br />
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Olaf, whose recent portraits of the <a href="https://fashionart.patriciareports.nl/2017/10/queen-maxima-and-princesses-by-erwin.html" target="_blank">royal family</a> drew widespread admiration, will turn sixty this year – a good moment to stage a major retrospective. The Hague Museum of Photography will focus on Olaf’s love of his craft and his transition from analogue photojournalist to digital image-maker and storyteller. Olaf will himself bring together some twenty photographs by famous photographers of the past who have been a vital source of inspiration to him.<br />
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Gemeentemuseum Den Haag will show non-commissioned work by Olaf from 2000 to his most recent series, including the work he produced in Shanghai and his most recent series Palm Springs, on display for the first time. Olaf will be showing his photography in the form of installations, in combination with film, sound and sculpture.<br />
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What I want to show most of all is a perfect world with a crack in it. I want to make the picture seductive enough to draw people into the narrative, and then deal the blow. </blockquote>
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For more information visit <a href="http://gemeentemuseum.nl/">Gemeentemuseum.nl</a> and <a href="http://fotomuseumdenhaag.nl/">fotomuseumdenhaag.nl</a><br />
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5. <b>Contemporary Fashion in Dutch Costume Museum Amsterdam</b></h3>
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Until March 31, 2019, the Dutch Costume Museum displays the "Contemporary Fashion" exhibition. The exhibition presents a selection of costumes and objects by contemporary fashion designers who are inspired by Dutch costume. This exhibition is an ode to these designers who got their inspiration from the Dutch costume and who, through their new designs, continue the designs and design from the traditional costume.<br />
The Zuiderzee Museum (Collection from the exhibition 'Chased by the wind') and the Zeeuws Museum (collection of the exhibition 'Handwerk') have generously given a number of costumes, costume items and beautiful hats on loan for this exhibition.<br />
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In the exhibition, pieces of clothing by, among others, the following designers are shown; Walter van Beirendonck, Kasper Jongejan, Tess van Zalinge, Bas Kosters, Meeta Mastani & Marlies Fisher, Viktor & Rolf, Antoine Peters, Elizabeth van der Helm, Elke Wierenga.
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For more information visit <a href="http://hetklederdrachtmuseum.nl/">Hetklederdrachtmuseum.nl</a><br />
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<br />Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-79018953404695797762019-01-30T23:30:00.002-08:002019-01-30T23:31:51.128-08:00Tim Walker for Kate Spade: Flowers!When I see flowers I feel hope, I feel happy! So seeing the spring 2019 campaign of Kate Spade I felt happy! Tim Walker captured Kiki Layne, Sadie Sink and Julia Garner for a colourful and flower-filled campaign.<br />
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Styling by Sara Moonves. Make up by Sam Bryant.<br />
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“I was particularly inspired by the early ad campaigns shot by Tim Walker, who shot for the brand from 1999-2006 under Kate and Andy Spade. I loved how he played with perspective and proportions. There was always something a little off that was witty and made you smile. The women in the campaigns conveyed a sense of individuality – they were optimistic, free-spirited and happy,” says Kate Spade creative director Nicola Glass<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Source and more photos on <a href="https://www.fashiongonerogue.com/kate-spade-spring-2019-campaign/" target="_blank">Fashion Gone Rogue</a></span>Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-83263555073028991012019-01-28T03:16:00.000-08:002019-01-30T06:05:32.708-08:00Introducing sea Ilakati, a greek fashion brandAt this time of the year I am longing for a hot and sunny summer. By dreaming of summer I enjoy having a closer look at the summer collections. I came up with a greek brand specialised in summer clothing using natural materials, like cotton and linen.<br />
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Sofia Berli established in 2015 the greek fashion brand sea ILakati. She was inspired by traditional techniques and the love for designer clothing, she puts her artistic talent in her brand. She and her team prefer to work with natural materials like organic cotton, silk and linen.<br />
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The brand's name contains "sea" it stands for the summer, as the fashion brand launches only summer collections. Sofia loves the summer, it takes her a step closer to nature and to the greek sun.<br />
"Ilakati" is a distaff, an old tool to make yarn out of wool, referring to the brand's traditional techniques. Did you know that the distaff has been a symbol of female power? One of the symbols of the Greek Goddess Athena is the distaff (besides the olive tree, the spear and the aegis).<br />
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So by reading this you may think why only summer collections?<br />
In the summer the greek islands are flooded with tourists so shops are looking for authentic and creative clothing from and for the greek market. And the tourists love to buy greek clothing. By wearing it back home they remember the easy-going of the greek islands and feel relaxed!<br />
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Sea Ilakati aims for the women who appreciates the finest things in life, enjoys adventure, new discoveries and less traveled roads. The Ilakati woman has a distinct bold spirit, a sure rhythm, curiosity, and freedom, embedded with the natural lifestyle and the tendency of an explorer to discover the hidden magic.<br />
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Sea ILakati creations believes that designers, creators, yarns and fabrics are a family that works harmoniously to give each piece of life, history, existence, soul. The sense of respect for the fabrics and materials they use, along with the knowledge and the experience of the designers, turns the fabric into an artwork that you can enjoy everyday by just wearing it!<br />
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Simple and comfortable lines, yet impressive with a boho twist are the elements of Sea Ilakati Spring Summer Collection 2019. Play with colourful stripes and checks, in intense colour contrasts, and combine all of them together like a frenzied party on the sandy beach.<br />
For more information visit the <a href="http://www.sea-ilakati.gr/" target="_blank">website</a> or enjoy the <a href="http://www.sea-ilakati.gr/sea-ilakati-creations-s-s-19-collection/" target="_blank">lookbook</a>.<br />
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When you are not travelling to Greece or you didn't find a shop selling the brand clothing, you can buy your favourite item <a href="http://www.sea-ilakati.gr/" target="_blank">on line</a>!<br />
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And when you want to stay up to date about the brand follow them on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sea_ilakati_creations/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!<br />
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<br />Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-6553229346100355682019-01-25T00:59:00.001-08:002019-01-25T01:03:46.169-08:00Marcin Tyszka lensed Catherine McNeil for Harper's BazaarI can't wait for summer. I prefer wearing dresses in summertime like the dress Catherine McNeil wears in the editorial of the February 2019 issue of Harper’s Bazaar US.<br />
The Australian beauty is photographed by Marcin Tyszka in Sevilla. Stylist Kerstin Schneider combines this Spanish summer dress with must-have red high heels full of flowers.<br />
Angel Tragacete created the sun-kissed makeup look, I love how her skin glows. Manuel Ortiz did the hairstyling.<br />
The straw hat and the basket make the styling complete.<br />
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Source and for more photos of the editorial visit <a href="https://www.fashiongonerogue.com/editorial/catherine-mcneil-harpers-bazaar-prints/" target="_blank">Fashion Gone Rogue</a>.Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-73269626913175024692019-01-24T03:03:00.000-08:002019-01-24T03:03:04.912-08:00Eytys x H&MWhat is your opinion of genderless clothing? I love to dress up and I am proud that I am a women. But I know some people prefer to be genderless.<br />
H&M collaborated with Eytys to launch a genderless collection and today it is available in selected stores worldwide as well as online. I love several items but I prefer the word unisex!<br />
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The Eytys x H&M collection features shoes, clothing and accessories for adults and a selection for kids. Key items include several new styles of footwear and a reinterpretation of the classic Eytys plimsoll, while the clothes have a distinct silhouette – wide trousers, baggy t-shirts with a tight neckline and boxy jackets.<br />
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Yesterday, on 23 January, H&M and Eytys celebrated their unique collaboration in Stockholm with an exclusive party, including guests like Robyn, Bryanboy, the Lejonhjärta twins, Veronika Heilbrunner and Justin O´Shea. The celebration took place at Luma, a former light bulb factory just outside central Stockholm, which was transformed into a space inspired by the Eytys x H&M aesthetic and attitude. Guests enjoyed various passing food throughout the evening and mingled, with the night ending with special performances by Snap! and world-renowned DJ duo SIMIHAZE, both dressed in the Eytys x H&M collection.<br />
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It was a great night filled with an individual spirit that Eytys has come to represent. We are excited to see the fashion-forward unisex pieces being styled by people around the world.</blockquote>
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Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-19703490192709973452019-01-23T04:23:00.004-08:002019-01-24T03:04:36.476-08:00Femmes Fatales @ Gemeentemuseum Den HaagWho are the femmes fatales in the fashion industry? The Art Museum (Gemeentemuseum) in The Hague has an exhibition on display devoted to female fashion designers, on strong women in fashion, on femmes fatales! For the first time ever!<br />
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To me the first name that came up was of Coco Chanel, but also thinking of Elsa Schiaparelli, Diana van Furstenberg, Stella McCartney, Victoria Beckham and Maria Katrantzou. Writing these names even more names are coming up, like Sarah Burton and Maria Grazia Chiuri.<br />
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When Coco Chanel started to get known in Paris, she was called "that seamstress" by contemporary couturier Paul Poirot. For him it was a way to offend her. Male couturiers presented themselves as fashion gods and felt they were the creative talents and not the female competitors, they were just 'seamstresses'. But the female designers emphasised that only a woman could dress the female body as best as possible and much better than a man.<br />
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The answer is not simple and it is dangerous to generalize. The museum finds it striking that many female designers work on the hand, heart and head principle.<br />
<b>Hands</b>, because many of them care strongly about the technical design process and shop te material by hand around the female body.<br />
<b>Heart</b> because they work from feelings and attach great importance to mobility, physicality and comfortable fit.<br />
And <b>head </b>because many female designers do use clothes as a medium to express their (social) opinions.<br />
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The exhibition starts with dresses from the 18th century until the pink pussy hats found their way from the street to the catwalk with Angela Missoni.<br />
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<b>Elsa Schiaparelli: </b>I feel that clothes have to be architectural, that the body must never be forgotten and it must be used the way a frame is used in a building. She was the first designer to present themed collections, like the 'Circus collection' in 1938. Her creativity ability and conceptual way of thinking made her stand out.</div>
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"Buy less, choose well, make it last." Vivienne Westwoord said, "I am a fashion designer and activitist. The need to live in harmony with the planet is a matter of life and death." At the moment she fights for a better environment and a more sustainable fashion industry.</div>
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"I like the idea of women buying clothes and feel proud, satisfied, comfortable and powerful in them. To wear them and get on with their lives. " <b>Phoebe Philo</b></div>
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<b>Sarah Burton: </b>It's about dressing women and how a piece makes them feel. As soon as you put a McQueen jacket on, you stand differently because it has a waist and it has a shoulder and it makes you feel empowered. It's great if you can do that for women.<br />
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<b>Mary Quant</b> (1967): "Fashion as we knew it, it is over: people wear now exactly what they feel like wearing.</div>
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<b>Iris van Herpen</b>, a dutch designer, known for her experiments with new materials and new technology, like 3D printing. She likes to work with specialists in science, architecture, art and biology. She designs the patterns and the patterns for decoration of her garments in a computer program: today's handicraft.<br />
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It was hard to make a selection of the many photos I took during this exhibition. And I made just a selection of the clothes and quotes. I enjoyed visiting the museum and this exhibition.<br />
It is inspiring so I really suggest you will visit it soon too because it is only on display until 24 March 2019. Let me know what you think about it!<br />
For more information visit <a href="https://www.gemeentemuseum.nl/en" target="_blank">gemeentemuseum.nl</a>Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-54464875721641426902019-01-16T22:00:00.000-08:002019-01-16T22:00:09.308-08:00Made in Italy @ Museum of Bags & Purses in AmsterdamItalians do it better, as Madonna once 'preached' back in 1986. Italian clothing and design (and food!) is renowned over the world.<br />
Anything carrying the 'Made in Italy' label seems to be in high demand.<br />
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The museum of Bags & Purses (Tassenmuseum Hendrikje) in Amsterdam is aiming to show what Italian design entails, and what make a pair of shoes or dress so distinctly Italian.<br />
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Italian couture started to prosper in the early fifties. The tipping point for Italian couture took place in Florence with a fashion show in the Sala Bianca of the Palazzo Pitti in 1951. This fashion show was so entirely different and innovative that it brought Italian fashion to the international public's attention in one fell swoop. This avant-garde glamour had an immediate impact.<br />
Pucci, Valentino and Capucci are the most famous names of this period.<br />
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The booming film industry led Hollywood stars to opt for Italian fashion in the fifties and sixties. Italy, and Rome in particular, appears to be a popular film location. Hollywood film stars expressed their desire to be dressed by Italian designers. Audrey Hepburn and Elizabeth Taylor showed off popular design. The seamless combination of practically and luxury appeals especially to the American public.<br />
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Italian style is characterised through the combination of tradition and craftsmanship, with a luxury and sensual look. Accessories, such as bags for example, are an essential part of Italian style.<br />
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Elsa Schiaparelli is one of the first Italian designers to make a name for herself in Paris. With her surrealistic designs, she was regarded as one of Coco Chanel's greatest rivals in the 1920s and 1930s. During this period, Salvatore Ferragamo established his reputation with innovative designs for shoes.</div>
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To promote Italian design, the words ‘Made in Italy’ were introduced in the 1970s. For Italian producers, this served as a collective slogan and mark of quality. It can be found in all kinds of advertising and on labels for designer items, fashion and even cookbooks.<br />
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The exhibition is on display until 17 February 2019.<br />
<a href="https://tassenmuseum.nl/en/" target="_blank">For more information visit Museum of Bags & Purses</a>.<br />
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Did you know that the museum has a beautiful view on one of Amsterdam's canals and you can enjoy a High Tea or just a cup of coffee!<br />
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Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-21257958963897125472019-01-14T23:39:00.004-08:002019-01-14T23:40:10.261-08:00Art meets fashion in Miss Sixty Spring/Summer 2019 campaign<div>
Candice Swanepoel is the face of Italian denim brand Miss Sixty campaign for spring-summer 2019. Daniel Jackson lensed Candice in front of Renaissance inspired painting.<br />
Jeans in every form, as strapless dress, for summer and for spring with a tule top. As jacket with pink roses embroidered and as suit.<br />
The boots are impressive for a photoshoot! I love the styling of this advertisement! Do you agree?<br />
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Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-76507109859807855302019-01-10T04:27:00.003-08:002019-01-10T04:51:31.587-08:00Classic Beauties in AmsterdamI was impressed by the exhibition of Classic Beauties in The Hermitage of Amsterdam. Through the eyes of the artists I travelled back in time to Italy of the 18th century. The amazing marble statues, the paintings full of seduction with all the aesthetic ideals, and the beautiful music.<br />
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In the second half of the eighteenth century the whole of Europe was captivated by the discovery of Pompeii, Herculaneum and other excavations in Italy. The excavated treasures exceeded all expectations, people watched with bated breath to the stupefying beauty of it.<br />
These finds gave fresh inspiration to artists to rediscover classic physical beauty and perfect its depiction. They also sparked a craze for travel among young aristocrats across the continent. Many undertook the Grand Tour: a pilgrimage to Italy, and in particular Rome, lasting many months. Among them were Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and the ‘Count and Countess of the North’ (the later Russian Tsar Paul I and his wife Maria Fyodorovna).<br />
Arriving in the Eternal City, Grand Tourists encountered renowned artists: Pompeo Batoni, Anton Raphael Mengs, Angelika Kauffmann and – most famous of all – Antonio Canova.<br />
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The human body has fascinated artists throughout the centuries. In the mid-eighteenth century this topic in art was given a new lease of life due to spectacular archaeological discoveries in Italy. Nude sculptures became more and more common. Though they imitated the art of classical antiquity, they were more prudish and nudity was only acceptable with a theme.<br />
Artists like Canova, Thorvaldsen, Mengs, Kauffmann and Batoni pursued absolute perfection, a divine beauty, surpassing even the (aesthetic) ideals of the Greeks and Romans. Many artists and high-ranking young men set off for Italy to see the sources of inspiration for themselves.<br />
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In this exhibition you take a Grand Tour of the finest examples of Neoclassical art from the Hermitage, with over sixty sculptures, paintings and drawings by 25 top names, including the unrivalled Canova collection with The Three Graces. During the tour you can listen also to mythological stories.<br />
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Antonio Canova (1757-1822) occupies a place of honor in the exhibition. In a separate room with a beautiful oval decor with inflated motifs from Piranesi prints, a handful of elegant and largely nude, life-size sculptures and sculptures have been set up.<br />
The smooth finish of the curves in porcelain-like marble is excellent due to a sophisticated lighting that sometimes weakens and then swells again. The marble statues look so soft that you would want to caress them.
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The music tour by classical music DJ Von Rosenthal, is making the tour complete. The music is amazing, it takes you back to the 18th century and it makes you feel living in that time,<br />
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If you want to admire this exhibition too, you have to hurry it is until the 13th of January 2019.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dancer by Canova with in the background engravings by Giovanni Battista Piranesi</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hebe, statue by Canova with in the background engravings by Giovanni Battista Piranesi</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Amazing what Canova created with marble - detail of Cupid</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hubert Robert - Palace entrance with a portico and Caryatides</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Polyhymnia, Urania, Euterpe, Melpomene in the home of Apollo, detail of Parnassus</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Terpsichore, Erato and Calliope, muses in the home of Apollo, Parnassus, </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Angelica Kauffmann - self portrait</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apollo of the Belvedere by Carlo Albacini</td></tr>
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<br />Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-44580632663757852102019-01-07T02:27:00.000-08:002019-01-07T02:37:19.305-08:005 Top Exhibitions to see in January 2019With the kick off of 2019 let us make a list of interesting exhibitions to visit in January on Fashion or Art!<br />
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<li><b>Classic Beauties</b></li>
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The exhibition Classic Beauties offers an interesting journey through European Neoclassicism, including the unrivalled Canova collection with The Three Graces. On show until the 13th of January 2019 in The <a href="https://hermitage.nl/en/" target="_blank">Hermitage Amsterdam</a>.<br />The human body has fascinated artists throughout the centuries. In the mid-eighteenth century this topic in art was given a new lease of life due to spectacular archaeological discoveries in Italy. Artists like Canova, Thorvaldsen, Mengs, Kauffmann and Batoni pursued ultimate perfection, surpassing even the (aesthetic) ideals of the Greeks and Romans. Many artists and high-ranking young men set off for Italy to see the sources of inspiration for themselves. In this exhibition, the visitor takes a Grand Tour of the finest examples of Neoclassical art from the Hermitage.<br />
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<li><b>Femme Fatales</b> </li>
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Femme Fatales is the first exhibition in fashion history to focus exclusively on female designers.
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Do they design differently for women than their male counterparts? What influence have they had? What does being a woman mean in terms of their creations? And what is their vision for fashion? The exhibition will include work by Coco Chanel, Jeanne Lanvin, Elsa Schiaparelli, Mary Quant, Vivienne Westwood, Sonia Rykiel, Miuccia Prada, Maria Grazia Chiuri (Dior), Dutch greats like Fong Leng, Sheila de Vries and Iris van Herpen, and many others. The exhibition is in <a href="https://www.gemeentemuseum.nl/" target="_blank">Gemeentemuseum Den Haag</a> until the 24th of March.<br />
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<li><b>Made in Italy</b></li>
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‘Made in Italy’ is an exhibition of fashion and accessories created by leading Italian designers including Prada, Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana at the <a href="https://tassenmuseum.nl/en/" target="_blank">Museum of Bags and Purses</a> (Tassenmuseum Hendrikje Amsterdam) and will be on display until the 17th of February. Discover exactly what makes the Italian style so distinctive by looking at fashions and accessories created by leading Italian designers. Many of the items on display were worn by such celebrities as Sophia Loren, Barbra Streisand and Lady Gaga.<br />
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<li><b>Jan Jansen - 50 years of Shoe Design</b></li>
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In Apeldoorn at <a href="https://www.coda-apeldoorn.nl/" target="_blank">CODA</a> Jan Jansen presents a selection from his 50 years of shoe design. He designed more than 4000 shoes. Together with his wife Tonny he selected 75 pairs of shoes for this exhibition. The dutch designer was praised for the combination between functionality and unique design. They are all original and quirky; from the 'wooden shoe' Woody from 1969, the bamboo shoe from 1973, the shoe with floating heel Love from 1989 up to the X-ray with 3D printed heel with United Nude in 2017. Until the 20th of January 2019 the shoes will be on display.<div>
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<li><b>Backstage/Frontstage</b></li>
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The exhibition Backstage / Frontstage, which will be on display until the 17th of March 2019 at the <a href="http://www.modemuseumhasselt.be/" target="_blank">Hasselt Fashion Museum</a>, offers a look behind the scenes of fashion shows. In the backstage, a place that the public rarely sees, magic arises: models, stylists, make-up artists and designers are united in one creative hub that works towards the start of the show. The backstage images of the Limburg photographer Marleen Daniëls (1958) are the reason for the exhibition. Daniel's images, photographed largely analogue and dating from the period 1988-2008, are unique memories of a time when shows were accessible only to a select audience. Using video, photography and silhouettes from leading designers and fashion houses such as Dries Van Noten, Yohji Yamamoto, Dior and John Galliano you will be guided backstage.</div>
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Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-71210077578334461282019-01-03T03:12:00.000-08:002019-01-03T03:14:15.062-08:0010 Best Fashion Trends for 2019To be honest I love to look at the new looks for 2019 and what is trending. Not only in fashion but in many things but as my blog is about fashion. I will share the 10 Best Fashion Trends for 2019!<br />
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It doesn't mean I follow the trends, I look at it and when I like it I will adopt it. As the look I saw on Valentino's Spring-Summer 2019 Fashion Show. I love the style and the colours! It looks elegant and comfortable as you can see in the photo.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Valentino Spring-Summer 2019 (Photo by Getty Images)</td></tr>
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In the beginning of a new year is the time to have a closer look at my closet. Are my clothes still fashionable, elegant and/or trendy? Do they make me look elegant, confident, powerful and feminine. Do I feel comfortable wearing them? My criteria for a perfect wardrobe.<br />
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I choose the clothes I haven't worn in 2018 and probable I will not wear in the future. These items I bring to the recycle or clothing bank.<br />
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So what is now missing from my wardrobe according to the fashion trends for 2019?<br />
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After watching the fashion shows of well-known designers and reading magazines like Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Elle and WWD I like to share you my findings of the trends for 2019.<br />
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Let us not forget about the color of the year 2019, choosing by Pantone. Pantone provides a universal language of color that enables color-critical decisions through every stage of the workflow for brands and manufacturers. And not only for the fashion industry.<br />
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The color of the year 2019 is <span style="color: #ff6f61; font-family: "helrom" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: -1px; text-align: center;">PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral</span>. It is cheerful and bright!<br />
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1. The oversized puffers seems to be here to stay, if you haven't one yet time to get one as sales is on!<br />
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2. Bright and vivid colours, as the puffers above.<br />
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3. Tight pleats, as in the skirt by Valentino in the first photo of this post.<br />
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4. Ruffles<br />
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5. Fringing, not only in clothing but also in accessories like the handbag in the first photo.<br />
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6. Natural animal prints<br />
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7. Jumpsuits with top stitching, big buttons and statement buckles<br />
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8. Tuxedos<br />
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9. Puffed shoulders<br />
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10. Tie dye, I agree I am not a fan of tie dye but when I saw this dress by Dior I enjoyed watching it! And seeing the making of I was impressed! I will share the video on my Facebook page!<br />
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With this information I will go shopping! And I will do my best to share my findings with you!<br />
So keep following me!<br />
And tell me what your favourite trend of 2019 is!Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-42062048830983459652019-01-01T10:08:00.000-08:002019-01-01T10:08:18.205-08:00Happy New Year!A new year full of new opportunities and chances. Let's make 2019 a year to remember full of fashion and art events, inspiring photo shoots and more.<br />
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Wishing you a Happy New Year and thank you for reading my blog!<br />
Enjoy the fireworks of my hometown Zoetermeer and more inspiring posts will follow in 2019.<br />
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<br />Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-73880275508539540192018-12-25T02:00:00.003-08:002018-12-25T02:00:43.652-08:00Merry Christmas!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Patricia Munsterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14116584928154493807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-298682149437143997.post-32932404495130748592018-11-04T03:01:00.001-08:002018-11-04T03:01:30.778-08:00Is Dyson's Airwrap worth its money?Dyson is known for its vacuum cleaners and especially its design. Now Dyson launched an Airwrap, a hairdryer and styler, all in one. I was invited to the launch in Amsterdam and I was impressed!<br />
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This Airwrap from the well known British company, owned by Sir James Dyson, promises to do everything your hairdryer, straighteners, curlers and brushes do. All in one with the promise not to overheat your hair. With barrels to curl or wave hair, and brushes to smooth or volumise.<br />
I was impressed how the Airwrap actually suck the hair around the barrel with an ingenious system developed by Dyson.<br />
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The Dyson Airwrap comes with a series of accessories for different uses: a 40mm and 30mm Airwrap barrels with clockwise and anti-clockwise barrels for symmetrical curl, a firm smoothing brush with fixed bristles to tame frizz and straighten, plus a dryer to remove excess water and prep damp hair for styling.<br />
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I tried the Airwrap, but I confess I am not very handy with this new gear. First I took a bit too much hair, so it didn't work well. Than I tried it with a smaller piece. As I know my hair needs a lot of hairspray and styling mousse to fix it and even with this new invention I will still need it as after only a few minutes the curl disappeared. So for me it isn't a gear I will buy immediately for my curls. I should have tried to straighten my hair and put more volume in it. To see how this works but because it was very busy at the presentation I didn't try it.<br />
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So not a real review but when you know your own hair and uses your hairdryer or curling iron already this one is really a try worth! I would love it as my hairdresser would have an Airwrap as she will not overheat my hair at least!<br />
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For me I will stick to my curlers for now...<br />
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There's just one thing, the Airwrap costs around 450 euros...but you will have an impressive item from a designer brand. Don't forget do put it on your wishlist as Santa Claus is on our way!<br />
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