Thursday, February 27, 2014

MAD About McQueen !!!!

McQueen ... Design ICON 

 

Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen

 

Born Lee Alexander McQueen in March 1969 Alexander Mcqueen was a British fashion designer and . creative mastermind behind one of the HOTTEST Haute Couture collections of our time. He was chief designer at Givenchy from 1996 to 2001 setting of to found his own label Alexander McQueen earning him numerous awards and accolades such as British Designer of the Year. McQueen's illustrious history doesn't stop there .. he is known for his cutting edge designs producing some of the most sought after runway and print looks that fashionistsas globally cannot get enough of. His collections are worn by some of the most famous faces in the world including Princess Kate upon her marriage to Prince William several years back. A go to style icon studied to the last detail by many ... for even a clue into this design masters process. I'm talking jaw dropping lines, shapes, fabrication, craftsmanship and detail. Including his attention to the accessory ... my personal FAVE as it gives one an intro to adding a touch of McQueen magic to your wardrobe ... but start saving your pennies now ... fabulous McQueen style comes with an equally fabulous price tag. Check out the resale shops and sites and do your homework .. perhaps you will score a museum worthy vintage McQueen sumpin' of your own !

 Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen    


Runway Looks TDF ... 

 

McQueen ... well versed and trained in the art of fashion made his mark in the biz with his trademark theatric imagery in design and live shows that often shocked the crowds. Under it all there is no denying this man had talent beyond words dressing celebs such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Kate Moss,  Rhianna, Penelope Cruz, Nicole Kidman, and Lady Gaga to name only a few. As a designer and creative I am in LOVE with the bodies of work created by the one and only Alexander McQueen. I am delighted that the label still thrives in his spirit having appointed McQueen's right hand assistant to the helm of "Alexander McQueen" since his passing in Feb of 2010. Alexander McQueen had much to say and he said it well through his work in the brief time that he was ours leaving behind a legacy and inspiring future generations to create, shock and test the limits of their artistry. As for me ... McQueen will always be Queen Bee !!!


 McQueen Beehive Inspired Collection
McQueen Beehive Inspired Collection
McQueen Beehive Inspired Collection
McQueen ... So Regal ... LOVE <3

Accessorize McQueen Style ... OMGoodness ... Pure Genius 

When it comes to the accessories category ... one cannot exhibit control when it comes to McQueen ...  just had to share this random sampling ... so beautiful <3

Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen

McQueen ... such a gorgeously visual brand .. many more fabulous images ...


Please follow Cosmik Souls on Pinterest for more as I continue to add to my cyber collection ... totally GORG ..

http://www.pinterest.com/cosmiksouls/mcqueen/

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Cosmik Souls on Etsy ...

Cosmik Souls Bollywood Inspired Headpiece ... https://www.etsy.com/listing/163302841/vintage-inspired-bollywood-headpiece?ref=shop_home_active_15

 

Cosmik Souls Bollywood Inspired Headpiece https://www.etsy.com/listing/163289526/vintage-inspired-headpiece?ref=shop_home_active_14
Cosmik Souls Bollywood Charm Bracelets https://www.etsy.com/listing/180905435/vintage-inspired-bollywood-bracelet-set

Enjoy all the lovely visuals my friends ... see you next week ... be well and inspired ... LOVE CS XOXO


Thursday, February 20, 2014

Ooo La La ... Lacroix !!!

A Lifelong Cosmik FAVE and Design MUSE ... 

As new Cosmik Souls collections come forth it seems perfect timing to introduce you to the design artistry of Christina Lacroix ... a lifelong FAVE and design MUSE for Cosmik Souls ... I have been studying the minute of details of Lacroix collections since I was a schoolgirl with a DREAM to design a luxe and lovely detail oriented  brand of my own. Amongst other design influences such as Vivien Westwood, Alexander McQueen, Valentino, YSL, Karl Lagerfeld before Coco Chanel and now for Chanel ... so many to name but over time I would LOVE to share with you my journey to Cosmik Souls Handcrafted Jewelry and Couture Accessories. Having always been a huge visual learner the collections of my faves ...with Lacroix being amongst the top ...  live within and are referenced readily as I journey from collection to collection. The imagery of his work combined with momentary stimulus of a movie, storybook, nature, a dream,  street life or high life move me to create posh fashion accessories seen on Cosmik Souls clients, pages and mag shoots.

Let us explore .. LACROIX ... 

 
Christian Lacroix


Christian Lacroix


Oh my, to even say the name ignites such imagery and impulse to create ... ruffles, tulle, lace, ribbon, jewels, crowns, headpieces and jewelry adorned Paris runways bearing his signature style come to mind. I can pick it out from the crowd any day. With a tad of learning I can help you to do the same ... and recognize the impact of this amazing designer on m own work.

Christian Lacroix

Christian Lacroix


Lacroix was born in Arles, southern France. With a fondness much like my own ... he began sketching historical costumes at an early age. After studying Art History,  then a stint at the Sorbonne in Paris. While he worked on his dissertation on 18th Century painting dress ... he pursued museum study at  École du Louvre with designs on becoming a museum curator. The richness of his work is so evident of this journey opening his first Haute Couture house in 1987. The following year Lacroix introduced RTW, jewelry, handbags, shoes to name a few along with boutiques around Paris and Europe. With a background in costume design Lacroix created opulent MAGIC mixing historical references from all genres to create his own brand of pure LUX ! Best known for his puff skirt admirably referred to as "LePouf"  .. and attention to detail Christian Lacroix is in a class by himself ... if Marie Antoinette were here today I am most sure she would be lavishly dressed by Lacroix ... to observe the beautiful imagery is to be transported ... hvae a look and please stop back and let me know what sensory perceptions a awakened for YOU !!!

Christian Lacroix


Christian Lacroix
Christina Lacroix
Christian Lacroix


How much do you LOVE ???<3 Please follow Cosmik Souls ... Lacroix board on Pinterest for more AH-mazing images .... TDF !!;) http://www.pinterest.com/cosmiksouls/christain-lacroix-ooo-la-la-3/


Please visit Cosmik Souls on Etsy for a look into my world of fantasy fashion https://www.etsy.com/shop/cosmiksouls...


https://www.etsy.com/listing/180021110/vinatge-inspired-choker?ref=shop_home_active_1

https://www.etsy.com/listing/167242589/vintage-inspired-headpiece-headdress?ref=shop_home_active_3
https://www.etsy.com/listing/74916558/emmy-celeb-lounge-rococo-lace-choker?ref=shop_home_active_13

https://www.etsy.com/listing/74425662/vintage-inspired-rococo-peacock-feather?ref=shop_home_active_10

https://www.etsy.com/listing/96796629/vintage-inspired-bridal-choker?ref=shop_home_feat_1

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Thanks for stopping by and Happy Day folks ... see you ALL next week as we explore new and excitingly fashionable topics :)


Thursday, February 13, 2014

Marchesa Collection MBFW 2014 ... a Cosmik FAVE !!!

Greetings from the Polar Vortex that has become NYC with a review of my all time FAVE MBFW FEB 2014 Runway Show ... 

 

Nothing like a good old fashioned snow storm every other minute to keep your eye inside and on the AH-mazing fashion that is MBFW 2014 ! Oh baby it's cold outside but there is something to me so extra special about the Marchesa collections since their inception on 2004 that warms my heart each and every season and never disappoints. Founded by British born beauties Georgina Chapman and Karen Craig who met in London at Chelsea College of Art and Design  ... Georgina began her career as a costume designer after graduating from Wimbledon School of Art while Karen, a graduate of  Brighton Art College went on to begin a career with a passion for textile print and embroidery design. The marriage of skill set was destiny ... creating Marchesa and one of the top couture fashion dress brands of our time. The draping expertise honed by Georgina Chapman coupled with Karen's innate sense of fabrication makes the Marchesa's brand a Red Carpet regular with celeb sightings showing up in weekly mags everywhere. Please join me as I celebrate this glorious brand for its opulence, glamor and perfection for artistry in honor of MBFW 2014 :)


Marchesa's Georgina Chapman (right) with partner Karen Craig (left) with model


A tad on the pricey side .. Marchese creations are worth every penny ... you will find the brands signature attentions in each collection with construction, fabrication and elemental design given utmost attention. For me there is no other brand that puts forth the kind of detailing seen on a Marchesa runway ... flirty, feminine ... uber elegant and sophisticated ... the runway imagery will surely take you to grand ballrooms and Galas in the mind reminiscent of old world style and craftsmanship paired with modernism with the most delicate of balance. Have a look at their web page and runway images ... dreamy to say the least.  Georgina's costume background is evident in the feathering, draping, layering and detailing while Karen's use of exquisite fabrications and embroideries has quickly earned Marchesa the many accolades it so rightly deserves from celebs to fashion press and fashionistas globally.  

Have a look and be transported to FAB ... So Glamorous ... LOVE them ALL <3

 

 
MBFW Feb 2014
MBFW Feb2014
MBFW Feb 2014
MBFW Feb 2014
MBFW Feb 2014
Add captionMBFW Feb 2014 and my personal fave for the use of Ombre coloration and fabrication

 

Please visit Marchesa's web page for more glorious Couture detailing ...you will be entertain hours ... just what the doc ordered to cure any Cabin Fever ! Watching the vid as we speak ... oh my ... a must see !!!!

http://www.marchesa.com/

 

The Marchesa brand has becomes more significant new categories are being explored and they are AH-mazing ... accessories, fragrance and fine china to name a few ... one cannot get enough of Marchesa's signature styling...

 

 

Please also visit Cosmik Souls Handcrafted Jewelry and Couture Accessories on Etsy  for FUN and fabulous jeweled and feathered accoutrements to bring any wardrobe to a whole new level of WOW !!;)  See you there ... 

https://www.etsy.com/shop/cosmiksouls

Stylist Angalina Scantelbury, Gown Sue Wong, Cuff Cosmik Souls 

 

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Stay warm folks .... see you next week when I hope the temps are more favorable ... in the meantime be well and inspired <3