Monthly Archives: August 2011

Road To California

Alexi Lubomirski photographed Polish model Anja Rubik and Serbian model Sasha Knezevic for Vogue Russia February 2011.  Styled by Katerina Mukhina.  A side note,  In July, the couple were married on the Spanish Island of Majorca.  Click Vogue UK to see wedding ceremony photos. source: FGR

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St. John Fall 2011

I’m  smitten with  St. John’s  Fall color  palette—cashmere coats  and  sweaters  in camel and gray melange wide leg flannel trousers.  Incredibly feminine! Wishing   everyone   a  fabulous  week  filled  with  cheer,  laughter,  and  endless creativity!! source: Scenes of A Woman Ad Campaign featuring Kate Winslet for St. John; video St. John on You Tube

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Jacqueline Kennedy: Life with JFK

In an  ABC News  exclusive, Diane Sawyer will anchor a 20/20  special set to air in September, in which  Jacqueline Kennedy  provides an oral history  about  the early days  on  the  campaign trail,  historic events during  JFK’s  presidency, family and married  life in the White House. Jacqueline Kennedy, whose glamour and grace, defined an era, sat...

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Haunting Light

There is something haunting in the light of the moon…an excerpt from Lord Jim, by Polish born English novelist, Joseph Conrad provides inspiration to this fashion editorial featuring Charlotte Høyer and photographed by Emma Jönsson Dysell. Styled by Darren Knight for Glass Magazine Summer 2011. source: mode.newslicious.net

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My Generation

Actor Sam Riley romantically courts sixties styled Mod scooter girl Natalia Vodianova.  Photographed by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott for Vogue September 2011.  Styled by Grace Coddington. source:  FGR

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Shapely Curves

“Don’t give up.  Keep Going!  There is always a chance that you will stumble onto something terrific.  I have never heard of anyone stumbling over anything while he was sitting down.” Quote: Ann Landers source:  left top and bottom, photo 1:  Cecilie’s Photography via Flickr;  photo 2: Floralgal via Flickr; right top and bottom, photo 3:...

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Kiss Me Kate

Inspired by  the Great Gatsby,  model Kate Moss  married  musician Jamie Hince  in the  English  countryside.    Photographed  by  Mario Testino  for  Vogue  Magazine September 2011.  Click here to see additional photographs. source: vogue.com

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Love Story

Beautifully photographed by Vincent Peters, Du Juan and Edwin K. share a steamy story line in the September 2011 issue of Numéro China. Styled by Tim Lim. Long time readers of  CGS, know how much I love cinematic story telling and dramatic lighting.  If you wish to see additional examples of cinematic fashion editorials, click...

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Sugar and Fluff

Incredibly  romantic  and  beautifully  styled  by  Sugar & Fluff  Design House. Photographed by Feather Love.  And, a few lovely links….. Marbled Glam Portrait series by a French artist Survival guide for tea lovers Liberty prints, flowers, and children Travel to Budapest, Hungary Visit a coastal town in France Happy Monday!!  I hope your week is off to an exciting...

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Up Close with Beyoncé

Singer and actress Beyoncé graces the cover of Harper’s Bazaar UK September 2011 issue.  Styled by Franck Benhamou; and photographed by Alexi Lubomirski at the Ritz Hotel in Paris. source: photos FGR; video You Tube

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