through the lens of ze kaiser

Today, an exhibition of Uncle Karl's work opens at the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris. Around 300 pieces will be displayed, all shot by The fashion Kaiser. WWD reports that Lagerfeld shot his first picture in 1987 after becoming frustrated with the quality of photographs coming back for the Chanel press kit.

Since that fateful day Uncle Karl has shot for nearly every major glossy magazine you can spout out as well as shooting campaigns for his own lines. He now employs a team of six who work full time in his photo studio in Paris. He could well be the eight wonder of the world? Maybe a statue should be erected in his honour. Hint.

“KARL LAGERFELD : PARCOURS DE TRAVAIL”

September 15 – October 31
Maison Européenne de la Photographie
5-7, rue de Fourcy
75004 Paris

it is going to be a bright rite summer

A great departure from not using black. In Wang's eyes, he was creating something very optimistic and pure.

beauty can be coaxed out of ugliness

That is what I read recently. That beauty can be coaxed out of ugliness. In a way I do believe in the phrase. This old Zara waistcoat may be a good example. On it's own, it doesn't carry very much weight or attraction. But as part of an outfit. Yes. I got a lot of comments on this outfit the day I wore it. This waistcoat has since been some kind of a throw on staple to complete most outfits for me on most days. Quite addictive.

trippy elegance

sleepy leopard

Here's me surrounded by a mountain of boxes in my new pad...... feeling kinda sleepy after all the unpacking.... then I found this dress and decided to distract myself by putting it on and putting off the packing. At least for now.

marc jacobs way

Yes really! This is on Bleecker St. Heaven....I want to be there. Pile on the books, a cosy blanket and a cup of cocoa. Winter snuggling and reading has begun!

blackwhiteblackwhite

Leigh Lezark by German artist Robert Knoke

gorgeously grungy

I just bought this super gorgeous nail shade. Nowadays, Illamasqua seems to be at the edge of my tongue - can't get enough of this stuff. I also love the false lashes that come in this collection. Can't wait for FW to come so that I can put them to the test! This intense olive shade is super gorgeously grungy. X!

city of god through v67

CITY OF GOD: Natasha Poly by Mario Sorrenti for V67 styled by Jane How

having fun without noticing

This photo was spotted by one of my Swedish FAMBs onstylebykling. I think Elin looks hot too!

the philosophy of bringing joy and beauty to men and women around the world

Confirmed today, the latest designers to collaborate with H&M will be Lanvin’s Alber Elbaz and Lucas Ossendrijver. The collections, both womenswear and menswear will hit 200 stores worldwide beginning on November 20 in the United States. The collection will be revealed in a short film released November 2. Cannot wait!!!