Savage Grace

11/20/2013 by chicquero

One of the stories of The 10th Anniversary issue of Vogue China all photographed exclusively by Mario Testino, features top Chinese model Liu Wen. She´s posing in super glam dresses and gowns styled by Carlyne Cerf de Dudzeele. (Testino also shot the leading model in Roberto Cavalli’s fall campaign). In the images, Liu wears designs from the likes of Giorgio Armani, Kenneth Jay Lane, Anthony Vacarello and Burberry Prorsum while striking poses alongside a crocodile (Miami vibe!). Hair by Oribe, […]

Categories: Fashion, Photography • Tags: 10th anniversary, crocodile, Fashion, Fashion editorial, liu wen, mario testino, miami vibe, savage, vogue china

Dream Sequence, again!

10/07/2013 by chicquero

Madame Peripetie explores the boundaries between fashion, sculpture and the human body, experimenting with various fabrics and patterns; whilst infusing high-fashion elements with abstract and conceptual ideas, creating an eccentric escapade of color and texture. In her work she is focusing mainly on the interaction between body, language and new media. Her inspirations include surrealism, dadaism as well as the new wave era of the 80s, British post punk scene and the avantgarde theater of Robert Wilson. Check it out the other Dream Sequence!! “All that we […]

Categories: Artsy, Fashion • Tags: art, avant garde, cool, dream, Fashion, Madame Peripetie, photography, surreal

When life was exotic…

04/24/2013 by chicquero

We´ve been noticing that the “Eastern inspired trend” has made its way to many editorials this season, but photographer Camilla Akrans’s soft romanticism adds a new twist to the topic for this Vogue Japan’s April issue. Model Nadja Bender poses for Akrans in ornate brocades and patterns styled by Sissy Vian. Juxtaposed between urban landscapes and an Asian decor, a platinum blonde Nadja delights in the designs of Alexander McQueen, Chanel and Valentino amongst many others. In three words I […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: asian, brocades, Camilla Akrans, eastern inspired, exotic, japanese decor, Nadja Bender, patterns, Sissy Vian, urban landscape, Vogue Japan

Lady homeless cardboards

04/01/2013 by chicquero

We thought it was a very cool concept when we saw Ranya Mordanova cuting a striking figure in all black looks for this series shot by Nikolay Biryukov. The story is inspired by Chuck Palahniuk’s book, “Haunted”, which depicts a character named “Lady Baglady” who pretends to be homeless to escape the boredom of her wealthy life. With that influence in mind, Ranya is shown wearing the sleek styles of Alberta Ferretti, Chanel, Emilio Pucci and Dolce & Gabbana amongst […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: black looks, book inspired, cardboards, Chuck Palahniuk, haunted, high fashion, homeless, lady, Nikolay Biryukov, Ranya Mordanova, Stella Gosteva, styling

Moody couture

03/07/2013 by chicquero

Decked out in a wardrobe of all haute couture looks from the fall-winter collections, Franzi Mueller graces the pages of Interview Germany’s March issue. Markus Jans photographs Franzi in standout pieces styled by Klaus Stockhausen. From the likes of Jean Paul Gaultier and Chanel Haute Couture and Dior, the looks take a dark turn with moody settings and off-kilter makeup. Wow! “I’m only grouchy and moody on days that end with Y.” YOU MAY ALSO LIKE Hello Cara! Sleep no […]

Categories: Artsy, Fashion • Tags: editorial, fall-winter, Franzi Mueller, germany, haute couture, Interview Magazine, Klaus Stockhausen, Markus Jans, moody, styling

Hands up, NY!

01/28/2013 by chicquero

Hands up, everyone! Milla Jovovich uses her expertise as the star of “Resident Evil” in this action-packed shoot photographed by Inez & Vinoodh for the February issue of Vogue Paris. The magazine pays homage to New York City with its whole issue shot in The Big Apple. Milla gets decked out in all black looks from labels such as Prada, Nina Ricci, Alexander McQueen and Dolce & Gabbana amongst others styled by editor-in-chief Emmanuelle Alt. Hair by Orlando Pita and […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: action, Big Apple, black, Emmanuelle Alt, evil, hands up, Inez & Vinoodh, Milla Jovovich, new york, styling, Vogue Paris

Disney Princesses in accurate fashion

01/16/2013 by chicquero

Claire Hummel was born and raised in the quiet hamlet of Los Angeles, California. She is currently working as an artist for Microsoft Game Studios Publishing. Claire gravitates naturally towards anything having to do with her childhood haunts of Disneyland, Myst, national parks, museums, and Hawai’i, thus ensuring a lifetime interest in nostalgic escapism. She also has an extensive, practical knowledge of period costuming and snakes, in case you’re into that sort of thing. Most of the world seems familiar with […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: accurate, beauty, characters, Claire Hummel, clothing, costume, disney, disney costumes, disney princesses, era, fable, Fashion, history, illustration, princess, princesses, real

Pop Jewelry

01/11/2013 by chicquero

. Alexandra Bruel is a french art director and illustrator based in Paris. Originating from a design background, Alexandra Bruel first began working with modeling clay a few years ago and soon built up a striking portfolio that has been used in conjunction with animation, textile design, photography, sculpture and illustration. Bruel studied graphic design at the Gobelins School in Paris and during her degree she began to work with plasticine. Alexandra is represented by Handsome Frank, a London based agency that represents some of […]

Categories: Artsy, Fashion • Tags: Alexandra Bruel, arts, artsy, clay, Fashion, Handsome Frank, jewelry, plasticine, pop, pop art, Vogue

Hello Cara!

01/02/2013 by chicquero

Donning rocker chic looks with a hint of eccentricity, Cara Delevingne graces the pages of The Journal #32. Hugh Lippe photographs the British beauty with styling by Joanne Blades in a swankily furnished setting. In addition to the images, Lippe created some sketches of Cara for the issue, featuring the blonde in swimwear looks on the beach. Hair by Leonardo Manetti @ 2b Management, makeup by Maki H @ The Wall Group, retouching by Shane Lee Lyons.Sure, my childhood was unusual. […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Cara Delevingne, eccentric, Hugh Lippe, Joanne Blades, rocker chic, sketch, styling, The Journal

Fashion Dolls

12/23/2012 by chicquero

Lindsey Wixson plays as a doll for the February issue of Vogue Italia lensed by Tim Walker and styled by Jacob K. Tim Walker’s photographs have entranced the readers of Vogue, month by month, for over a decade. Extravagant staging and romantic motifs characterise his unmistakable style. After concentrating on photographic stills for 15 years, Walker is now also making moving film. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE Lady Cupcake Flashy, Sassy.. Tacky Barbie and Ken in crisis Intergalactic Trick or treat?

Categories: Fashion • Tags: bisque dool, doll, dolls, Fashion, giant doll, girls, Jacob K, Lindsey Wixson, photography, play, porcelain, style, tim walker, toy, Vogue Italia

Kate y José

12/14/2012 by chicquero

One of our fav supermodels Kate Moss stars in these striking images lensed by Mario Testino for the December cover story of Vogue Spain. Styled by Sarajane Hoare, the British beauty poses alongside Spanish matador José Mari Manzanares in some of the season’s most opulent looks. Designs from the likes of Christian Dior, Alexis Mabille, Dolce & Gabbana and Lanvin are complemented by the glam touch of hair stylist Sam McKnight and makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury. It sounds really corny […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Charlotte Tilbury, editorial, glam, José Mari Manzanares, Kate Moss, mario testino, matador, Sam Mcknight, Spanish, styling, Vogue Spain

Sleep no more

12/07/2012 by chicquero

I know, it´s just 6 shots but… amazing duoMert & Marcus capture longtime muse Natalia Vodianova for this hauntingly dreamlike story featured in W Magazine’s December issue. The Russian model poses in a flooded apartment wearing neon-hued looks from the winter collections of Givenchy, Marc Jacobs and Miu Miu amongst others styled by fashion director Edward Enninful. Hair by Julien d’Ys for Julien d’Ys, Makeup by Charlotte Tilbury Tomorrow night is nothing but one long sleepless wrestle with yesterdays omissions […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: dream, Edward Enninful, flooded apartment, Mert & Marcus, Natalia Vodianova, russian model, sleepless, styling, W magazine

Sci-fi high fashion

11/30/2012 by chicquero

The theme of this Vice German editorial is appropriately science fiction. With a title Weltraumober that translates to “Space Top”, it is only natural that space would be at the top of people’s minds as they browse through it. From the futuristic fashion to the slew of neon lights, the photoshoot may very well inspire the wardrobe for the next big sci-fi flick. Shot by Elizaveta Porodina, a freelance photographer based in Munich, she relies heavily on vibrant motion, light […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: alien, Elizaveta porodina, futuristic, German mag, high fashion, mettalic, neon, sci-fi, space, Vice magazine, weltraumober

Carioca cruising

11/23/2012 by chicquero

Carioca Cruising is the latest editorial photographed for the winter-spring issue of 10 Magazine. (BTW, carioca is the term used for a native of Rio de Janeiro). Brazilian beauty Aline Weber dons offbeat looks in Christian Anwander’s colorful images taken at a car wash. Stylist David Vandewal selects standout looks from the likes of Proenza Schouler, Celine, Friends & Associates and Acne. A bold eye by makeup artist Sil Bruinsma and wet tresses by hair stylist Andre Gunn complete the […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: 10 magazine, Aline Weber, bold makeup, car wash, carioca, christian anwander, cruising, David Vandewal, Rio de Janeiro, styling

Lonesome girl road trippin´

11/15/2012 by chicquero

Model Querelle Jansen makes a mysterious figure in photographers duo Sofia Sanchez and Mauro Mongiello’s latest work for Numéro #138. Fearless, hitting the road, Querelle dons dramatic selects with ruffles, lacework and sheer materials styled by fashion editor Samuel François. The designs of Roberto Cavalli, Etro, Dolce & Gabbana and Gucci amongst others stand out against a desert landscape. Hair by Romina Manenti, Makeup by Rie Omoto. The land created me. I’m wild and lonesome. Even as I travel the […]

Categories: Fashion, Photography • Tags: desert, dramatic, Fashion editorial, lonesome girl, Numéro, Querelle Jansen, road trip, Samuel François, Sofia Sanchez and Mauro Mongiello, styling

Summer in Rio

11/09/2012 by chicquero

Sexy on the Beach Izabel Goulart shows off a rocking beach body (look at her abs) for the October issue of Elle Brazil, photographed by Eduardo Rezende. Joined by male models Pablo Morais, Romulo Arantes Neto and Saulo Melo; Izabel hits the white sands in colorful and revealing swimwear looks chosen by fashion editor Rita Lazzarotti. Beauty artist Henrique Martins creates the Brazilian bombshell’s wet tresses and dewy skin. It’s almost sumer time in Brazil, Rio is getting hotter and hotter! You […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: beach, beauty, bikini, body, brazil, Brazilian bombshell, editorial, Eduardo Rezende, elle brazil, Fashion, hot, Izabel Goulart, revealing swimwear, rio, Rio de Janeiro, Rita Lazzarotti, sexy, summer

Fashion Bears

11/05/2012 by chicquero

In 2011 BBC Children in need launched the Designer Pudsey Collection. This saw 14 designers restyle the charity’s iconic yellow bear. Raising over £50,000, the inaugural collection caught the attention of the press, fashion world and public alike: Going on to be voted one of the Independent’s top 15 fashion moments of the year. The project far exceeded the charity’s expectations. Curated by LOVE editor and stylist Katie Grand, The Designer Pudsey 2012 Collection builds on last year’s success. Over […]

Categories: Artsy, Fashion • Tags: 2012, arts, BBC children, bears, brands, charity, chic, collection, creative, designer, designer pudsey, Fashion, iconic, Katie Grand, pudsey, style, toy, yellow bear

Veiled in fashion

11/04/2012 by chicquero

  Interview Russia taps Ben Toms for a story of gothic fashions and dramatic shapes starring Laura Kampman for the November issue. Styled by Robbie Spencer, Laura slips into the designs of Alexander McQueen, Dolce & Gabbana, Balmain and Alberta Ferretti amongst others in an empty cathedral. Hair by Martin Cullen, makeup by Gemma Smith-Edhouse. Mysteries are feminine; they like to veil themselves but still want to be seen and divined. Karl Wilhelm Friedrich Schlegel YOU MAY ALSO LIKE Happy […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: Ben Toms, editorial, empty cathedral, gothic, Interview Magazine, Laura Kampman, robbie spencer, Russia, styling, Veil

Fashion never gets old!

10/29/2012 by chicquero

Iris Apfel for Dazed & Confused Magazine november issue. Shot by Jeff Bark at Apfel’s home in Manhattan and styled by Robbie Spencer in Rei Kawakubo’s 2D Comme des Garcons collection. Iris Apfel is 91 yo, born August 29, 1921, in Astoria, Queens, New York. She is an American businesswoman, interior designer, and fashion icon. Apfel studied art history at New York University and attended art school at the University of Wisconsin. As a young woman, Apfel worked for Women’s Wear Daily and for interior designer Elinor Johnson. In 1948, she married Carl Apfel. […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: advanced style, comme des garçons, Dazed & Confuzed, Fashion, fashionista, icon, Iris Apfel, jeff bark, magazine, old, robbie spencer, style, unique

Trashy & sexy by Terry

10/24/2012 by chicquero

It sounds like a cliché but Terry Richardson always find a way to surprise us with his sexual poses, inviting facial expressions, pubic hair, crotch touching, macho posing, spread legs, tongs, FUCK signs, fetishes, knives and nudity type of thing – Terry Richardson in all his creative glory. This is a new spring/summer 2013 campaign for the Brazilian label Sergio K featuring sexy Tony Ward, an international model, entertainer, actor, representation of what is bold and beautiful and one of Madonna’s ex-boyfriends, is […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: ad campaign, branding, men´s fashion, photography, Sergio k, Terry Richardson, Tony Ward

The Secret Chatter of Golden Monkeys

10/20/2012 by chicquero

  Vogue Japan November 2012 Shot by: Mark Segal Styling: Giovanna Battaglia Model: Daphne Groeneveld All differences in this world are of degree, and not of kind,  because oneness is the secret of everything. Swami Vivekananda >>>YOU MAY ALSO LIKE<<< That tribal feeling Fashion editorial with a pop twist Drops of paint Hollyweird

Categories: Fashion • Tags: asian models, Daphne Groeneveld, Giovanna Battaglia, haute couture, Mark Segal, monkeys, secret, Vogue Japan