Valentino Rossi and Steve McQueen … the same charisma!
“Bond girl” by Beatrice Brandini
There are people with fashion and art have little to do but they are so good, passionate, charismatic, unpredictable, funny.., that not only rampant as protagonists in what they do, but they have the power to influence inexorably all the rest, sports, life, a comprehensive concept of lifestyle. One of these is definitely Valentino Rossi. Read more
Azzedine Alaïa photographed by Patrick Demarchelier
“Tereza” by Beatrice Brandini
In Rome at the Galleria Borghese (Couture – Sculpture. Azzedine Alaïa in the history of fashion “, up to 25 October), the beautiful creations of Azzedine Alaïa dialogue along with Caravaggio’s paintings and sculptures by Bernini and Canova, a frame unusual and striking for a fashion exhibition …. therefore a very interesting combination of Rome, the Art and Fashion, aspects and very good reasons to visit it… Read more
Posters of the film directed by Asif Kapadia “Amy”
“Jade” by Beatrice Brandini
September 15 next, only for three days, it will be screened at the cinema the film / documentary “AMY” about the life of Amy Winehouse, one of the most talented and sensitive artists than ever. Voice, charisma, talent … unforgettable! Read more
Bettie Page photographed by Bill Hamilton (Courtesy of Michael Fornitz collection)
“Bettie” by Beatrice Brandini
The Gallery Ono Art Contemporary in Bologna celebrates Bettie Page with the “Bettie Page: the Original Pin Up” (from tomorrow until September 29), enchants us with 55 shots of one of the most sensual, provocative, independent, free and beautiful women of all times. Read more
Sketches from the collection Liberation of Yves Saint Laurent, 1971
“Fashion Personality” by Beatrice Brandini
“Women at their worst …” was called during the fashion show of Yves Saint Laurent Spring/Summer 1971 in the pages of The Daily Sketch. Read more
Vintage Sneaker
“Sneakers” by Beatrice Brandini
Some months ago, in America, a pair of sneakers were auctioned for 71 thousand and 533 dollars (about 64 thousand euro!), Reaching an all-time record. This news makes us think about what the market for this sector is thriving and how many fans there are, not only (as you might think) for a pair of Jimmy Choo or Manolo Blahnik …
The sneakers are SHOES of the present and the future, completely cleared from their sporting context. Read more
Photos Irving Penn, Balenciaga dress, Vogue 1950
“Dorian” by Beatrice Brandini
On the occasion of the 120 years since the birth of Cristobal Balenciaga, in Calais, Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode, there is a beautiful exhibition dedicated to this great fashion designer. It is no coincidence that the gift is made in the most famous city in the world for its laces, Balenciaga loved indeed characterize his own creations with the lace, star of cocktail dresses, blouses, tunics, and more. Read more
Quadrophenia poster, 1979
“Cheryl” Beatrice Brandini
London, and beyond, it is pervaded by a new wave that could be called “Mod Revival.” Showcases men’s clothing (especially the beautiful Fall/Winter 2015-16 fashion show of Tom Ford), see protagonists tight and fitting shapes, coats and jackets with cuts sixties, ankle pants, narrow jackets with three buttons, “psychedelic” or optical pattern…., an elegant and modern fashion, just like the movement that inspired it. Read more
“Fioruccina” by Beatrice Brandini
Vintage suitcase Fiorucci
The disappearance of Elio Fiorucci it was for me very saddened. When I was a kid I spent my weekly allowance for his colorful, humorous, kaleidoscopic creations (some from around the world), so as to deserve the title of “Fioruccina”. I was in junior high, late eighties, and his fashion, his accessories and his objects were really something innovative and different. Read more
“Walking with Charlie” by Beatrice Brandini
“Beast” street
The holiday season is usually one in which we are persuaded by emotional impulses, but, paradoxically, it is also the moment when someone makes the worst cowards, especially to animals. That is why I titled this post “Ww are the worst beast”, coming out completely from my “royalties” and interests, giving voice to the outrage that the subject arouses, I think, in millions.
