Thought of the day
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Designers
First look: Chris&Tibor documentary of ss11 campaign (with interviews by me!)
Back in September, bag designers Chris&Tibor asked me to help them make a mini documentary about their SS11 campaign shoot. I did all the interviews and am super-happy with the results. I was particularly nervous excited about interviewing photographer Kai Z Feng whose work I admire and who has already achieved an impressive level of success. I loved his attitude and insights into how he works (in a nutshell: go with the flow).
Chris&Tibor are a really exciting emerging brand who are big on collaborations (remember the Walter van Bierendonck Rocketman backpack?). For SS11 they have collaborated on a womenswear line with artist Stuart Semple – check it out on the new website. Oh, and let me know what you think of the vid…
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From the fashion cupboard
A selection of Cutler & Gross Vintage and ss11 sunglasses I called in for a shoot. I have four pairs of Cutler & Gross, the quality is excellent as they are all handmade. I’m seeing so much of these green and yellow ‘Marni colours’ at the ss11 press days – I love it!
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On Ralph Lauren’s 4D digital extravaganza and the importance of an engaging online experience
Have I mentioned my love for Ralph Lauren? In case you missed my past gushings, here’s a quick recap: the Anglo-American, preppie-ish aesthetic; the beyond beautiful Bruce Weber imagery; the ‘nothing bad could ever happen here’ lifestyle stores; oh and the quality product (i.e. my favourite, still-good-as-new boys navy blazer). (more…)
