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clubdeals · 2 years ago

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Fashion trends to have on your radar in 2023

Spring 2023 fashion

In the UK, the season of cuddly lambs and blossom showers officially begins around the middle of March, although as many of you are well aware, the weather can still be quite chilly. The key to mastering the ever-difficult transitional dressing period is to become an expert layered. Change your go-to wool maxi coat for a fringe-trimmed, lighter-weight crochet knit instead of a chunky polo, and look for a different denim jacket (think asymmetric hems or unusual hardware detailing) to replace your chunky polo.

Summer 2023 fashion

We are all prepared to show some skin once summer arrives. While trends like knee-high splits, geometric cut-outs, and translucent fabrics all lend themselves well to a sultry skin moment, amplifying the drama is simple with a hooded gown inspired by 1970s It-girls for the inevitable outdoor soirée. To go to Alaa, run, don't stroll.

Tailoring

At Valentino, slouchy, oversized blazers were in style, and Chanel chose whimsical pink relaxed-fit versions of its iconic bouclé jackets. Fortunately, Victoria Beckham came through with straightforward tailored jackets that served as tiny dresses if you're a die-hard fan of fine tailoring.

Short dresses

Speaking of the devil, short dresses are back, and for SS23, the texture is king. Givenchy's pearl adornments and Chanel's belted LBDs added a touch of grandeur, while Versace's bright purple chromes felt flashy in the nicest way possible.

Lace

Many designers favoured sweeping maxis with stylish cutwork, and lace was everywhere. Burberry's tardy London Fashion Week presentation featured items inspired by baby blue lingerie, while Dior and Versace exuded gothic glamour.

The high splits

The dramatic split that we are used to seeing on the red carpet is now appearing in SS23. Givenchy's silk slip dresses, Dries Van Noten's vibrant florals, and Prada's glossy midis are leading the way and are extremely into it.

Denim

Who would have guessed that designers could make denim seductive for SS23? While Bella Hadid's buckle Givenchy buckle bra emanated utilitarian sultriness, asymmetric fitting shirts worn with soft brown co-ords at A.W.A.K.E. had a certain hippyish grandeur.

Cutout dresses

With its elastic geometric patterns, British innovator Poster Girl has been setting the pace for the cut-out trend. Nevertheless, for the upcoming season, we're enjoying cut-outs with greater proportions, taking influence from designers like Andreadamo, Valentino, and A.W.A.K.E.

Animal Print

"The animal print trend is very much marmite in the fashion world; everyone has an opinion on it. On the one hand, I adore zebra print, particularly when accessorising, "Clarifies Laura. "I find it difficult to understand the leopard look. As a result, come summer, I very likely may be wearing an Alessandra Rich twinset."

Mermaidcore

Designers have been hard-hit by the news of Disney's impending live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid. Anticipate fishtail silhouettes, glittering fabrics that flow over curves, and dramatic ornamentation inspired by scales. For your fix, look to brands like 16 Arlington, Valentino, and Elie Saab.

Grunge

The SS23 runways have been covered in tartan, indicating that the grunge is making a comeback. Keep it casual with a plaid shirt from Bottega Veneta, or keep an eye out for items with botanical embroidery à la Maison Dior.

Sultry Hoods

By choosing a beautiful hooded gown and raising the stakes, channel your inner Grace Jones and take inspiration from Saint Laurent, Alaa, and Valentino.

Texture Galore

Even while feathers, sequins, and fringe are party favourites, they are also officially appropriate for the spring and summer, according to the runways. Use the post-Christmas bargains to start 2023 with a textural flourish.

Rich Red

Moving on from cobalt blue, Hello! Fashion's Editor Jill Wanless thinks there is a new primary to master. "Red seems incredibly new again, especially when worn from head to toe. The silky dress, tights, and mules at Eudon Choi [centre] caught my eye just as much as the short dress and go-go boots at David Koma [right]."

3D florals

At London Fashion Week, many prestigious labels have the motto "Spring florals, yet groundbreaking." While Richard Quinn and Paul & Joe collections favoured the floral corsage, a staple of the 2000s, Susan Wang favoured frothy, ethereal-hued looks.

Hope you get to know about some great trends to follow in 2023

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faeriefang-old · 3 years ago

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inspired by @noonfaerie

𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐄𝐕𝐀𝐋

Tired eyes. Coffee stains on the table. Listening to the bustle of the city. Unmade beds. Ponytails. Sunlight seeping through the curtains. Chapped lips. Walking barefoot across floorboards. Dusty dictionaries. Black and white reruns. Huge sweaters. The ticking of the clock. Hearing birds in the morning. Fireplaces. Falling asleep during class.

𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄

Freckles. The sun rising. Watching the sea. Taking shots of the city. Historical museums. Bright eyes. Looking up at the clouds. Walls covered in artwork. Drawing in the middle of lessons. Tracing your fingers on the sand. Painting for hours. Staying in uncrowded coffee shops. Worn paperbacks. Messy braids. Going to bed with your knee socks on.

𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐐𝐔𝐄

Dark hair. A little sophisticated. Always observing the world around you. Intricate designs. High ceilings. Extravagant musical pieces. Dim lights. Colourless photographs. Fancy furniture. Pale skin. Hearing soft footfalls coming from outside your room. Mischievous looks. Bitten nails. Candlelight dinners. Dark shades of lipstick.

𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋

Chandeliers. The clinking of a teacup. Laced clothing. Modern architecture. Light hair. Watching the view from the terrace. Hidden birthmarks. Drinking tea in the morning. Wandering about in an empty building. Botanical gardens. Old films. Ancient marble sculptures. Expensive perfume. Breakfast in bed. Reading stories about mythology.

𝐑𝐎𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐂

Compassion. Short writings on scraps of paper. Blushed cheeks. A bouquet of roses. Reading collections of poetry late at night. Loose hair. Carpeted floors. Attending operas. Faint music playing in the background. Staying under the covers until midday. The night sky. Streetlights. Picking flowers. Dancing around in silk dresses/Nice suits. Scented candles.

𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐄𝐕𝐀𝐋

𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄

𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐐𝐔𝐄

𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋

𝐑𝐎𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐂

#tag: wisteria lavellan #tag: atlas #these two are my absolute favorite ocs of mine #🥀

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wardenrainwall · 4 years ago

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Tagged by the fantastic @wolfsmist I nearly forgot about this! Thanks so much!! <3 <3

in a desperate attempt for inspiration to work on my MGiT idea, How about Eloise! (image from artbreeder)

Bold the aesthetic that applies to your muse. Italicized things that can apply to your muse.

𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐄𝐕𝐀𝐋.

tired eyes. coffee stains on the table. listening to the bustle of the city. unmade beds. ponytails. sunlight seeping through the curtains. chapped lips. walking barefoot across the floorboards. dusty dictionaries. black and white reruns. huge sweaters. the ticking of the clock. hearing birds in the morning. fireplaces. falling asleep during class.

𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄.

freckles. the sun rising. watching the sea. taking shots of the city. historical museums. bright eyes. looking up at the clouds. walls covered in artworks. drawing in the middle of lessons. tracing your fingers on the sand. painting for hours. staying in uncrowded coffee-shops. worn paperbacks. messy braids. going to bed with your knee-socks on.

𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐐𝐔𝐄.

dark hair. a little sophisticated. always observing the world around you. intricate designs. high ceilings. extravagant musical pieces. dim lights. colorless photographs. fancy furniture. pale skin. hearing soft footfalls coming from outside the room. mischievous looks. bitten nails. candlelight dinners. dark shades of lipstick.

𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋.

chandeliers. the clinking of a teacup mug. laced clothing. modern architecture. light hair. watching the view from the terrace. hidden birthmarks. drinking tea in the morning. wandering about in an empty building. botanical gardens. old films. ancient marble sculptures. expensive perfume. breakfasts in bed. reading stories about mythology.

𝐑𝐎𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐂.

compassion. short writings on scraps of paper. blushed cheeks. a bouquet of roses. reading collections of poetry late at night. loose hair. carpeted floors. attending operas. faint music playing in the background. staying under the covers until midday. the night sky. streetlights. picking flowers. dancing around in silk dresses. scented candles.

#tagged #aesthetic

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katewalker · 4 years ago

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i was tagged by @chuckhansen, thank you so much!! doing this for my cp2077 siblings

tagging anyone who feels inspired doing this 💟

💊 Valerie Veon 💊

MEDIEVAL

RENAISSANCE

BAROQUE

Dark hair. A little sophisticated. Always observing the world around you. Intricate designs. High ceilings. Extravagant musical pieces. Dim lights. Colorless photographs. Fancy furniture. Pale skin. Hearing soft footfalls coming from outside your room. Mischievous looks. Bitten nails. Candlelight dinners. Dark shades of lipstick.

CLASSICAL

ROMANTIC

🎧 Victor Veon 🎧

MEDIEVAL

RENAISSANCE

BAROQUE

CLASSICAL

ROMANTIC

#tagged #oc talk #oc: valeria #oc: vittore

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myhouseidea · 6 years ago

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MAD City Rentals is a project designed by Egue y Seta in 2018 and is located in Madrid, Spain. Photography by VICUGO FOTO

“Do you want to come to Madrid? Try to book yourself a tourist apartment for the weekend using the booking app of choice … That one in Malasaña with little terrace and the bar looks great, but that other one in Chamberí is also very cool and although smaller, its sofa-bed “will do” cause it´s just so stunning… For those who want to feel in Miami Beach without crossing the Atlantic, you have this one, in La Latina, filled with neon lights, “flamingoes” and all the pastels of art deco; for those of you who like to feel like English Lords, there is this other one, very close, entirely covered in chesterfield couches and antique bookcases….

The competition within the real estate market in Madrid, whether for sale, short-stay or rental apartments, is getting tougher day by day and the requirements on the aesthetic and functional quality of such real estate products are consequently increasing, becoming ever more specific and fall, of course, over us architects and decorators. And we´re loving it! Real State promoters have been forced to abandon the safe bet that minimalism made all too easy and are being pushed to “embrace” the risk involved in trying new styles to directly allude to a target composed of grown up “x-generation” members and hyper-segmented millennials, extremely “socially-networked”, raging “review-holics” and most likely “over-hashtagged”.

This is how three apartments of almost identical layout and located in the same building ended up looking like entirely different “worlds”. Which one do you like the most?

The One with the Botanical Chic. A festival of natural, earthy and vegetal colors and textures that go from the sandy neutrals to the cooler greens, including some orange and golden hues to take your eyes to that specific corner or that particular piece. Here the “green” is not only conveyed through the botanical lithographs, the textile patterns of the decorative cushions, or the mint tone of the wall; the vegetal fibers chosen for the seating of the dining room, the coffee table and the pouf´s raw lining are “green” in spirit too; also, the bamboo headboard of the bed in the bedroom matching the wicker door fronts of the nightstands; and all linen textiles ranging from linen to silk and cotton want to inscribe themselves into this natural trend. ¿Would you say this is rustic? Perhaps, the molded skirting boards in white, in conjunction with the mirrored doors and the architectural and decorative lighting help contain that “cottage” “look & feel” while providing instead a hint of sophistication to a scheme that otherwise might have seemed too Provencal. If this “little apartment” has not left you “green” with envy, try taking look at the next one.

The One with Brit-Blue Was that style called Oxford or Cambridge? Neither we know this nor is it, truly, so crucial, but who said that one could not combine all those aged leathers, those velvets, those woods and those Chesterfield sofas with enveloping protagonist walls painted in deep (and electric?) blue? Who said that distressed brick walls only worked within the most rabid industrial style ambiances? Are maps, fish and dogs too masculine motifs? Or is it possible to “feminize” a little the whole set by including greenery, mirrors, lighting and decorative details in gold, here and there? Was versioning that deep blue to a lighter aquamarine tone in the second room, or representing it in all its depth, but through a patterned wallpaper on the headboard wall a risky decorative pirouette or do you consider it instead a (stylistic) betrayal? No need to decide now! Before, why don´t you just join us to visit the third of the apartments.

The One with Organic Lux. Can decorative luxury be approached from a more organic and less “green” perspective? It can! The wood and marble grain can be combined with golden and stony structures. The uniform softness of the velvet may indeed work with organic-inspired graphic patterns in the form of shells or petals. You can superimpose images of a “raging until abstraction” sea to that of a tame black panther. You can dye leaves gold and turn them into plates; bottles to blue so that their color “floods” the surrounding walls; and to frame our own reflection in gold to see yourself “shine”, every day. You can assemble all the above on top of Persian carpet over which it would be a pleasure to walk barefoot while covering the bed with gray dots, gold stripes and green gabardines over which it would be hard not to dream.

What about you? in which of these three apartments would you prefer to live?”

MAD City Rentals by Egue y Seta MAD City Rentals is a project designed by Egue y Seta in 2018 and is located in Madrid, Spain.

#apartment #bathroom #bedroom #Egue y Seta #house idea #houseidea #kitchen #living #MAD City Rentals #myhouseidea

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thesweetblossoms · 6 years ago

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Floating Marigolds

🌵Today we hiked Tom Thumb trail, which is a beautiful and intoxicating walk on the McDowell Mountains, a half hour away from our apartment in Scottsdale. My memories of the walk are raw and ethereal, steeped in natural wonder and energy, as potent as the fresh snowy white, shimmering morsels of quartz stone, I found on the trail and as delicate as the many clementine orange, tiny, charming butterflies I saw flitting, gliding, rising and falling in gentle waves along the pink sandy earth, the butterflies, appearing like floating marigolds, twirling through jojobas, acacias, teddy bear chollas, prickly pear cactus and the gatherings of many dried scarlet, amethyst, bleached gold and chocolate tinted grasses. We walked along an uncultivated and wild desert with the shadows and sparkles dancing off the ridge of steely gray mountains, the light catapulting from wiry, needle embedded, hardy succulents and feathery clumps of grasses, trailing cautiously over the stumps of dried ocotillos, as the rushed breezes joined nature as it conducted the nimbus clouds, early October sunlight, far off late summer hurricane winds, nectar gathering bees and palpable dust into a beguiling symphony. Rattlesnakes, tarantulas, javelinas, scorpions and other desert dwellers are spotted on this trail. While, I was curious to see the natural inhabitants of such a cosmically and scenically charged terrain, I was grateful not to encounter any lethal fauna. While hiking along, I felt a slightly sinister energy, a nuance and awareness that the groves of chollas, slumbering mesquite trees, the serpentine and the web weaving habitué of the land, did not appreciate, humans ascending to their territory. Yet, being in uninimitable and unhindered natural manifestations, away from man made structures, traffic lights and manicured landscapes, in an open area, has a consciousness altering quality of change, or shifting borders between reality and illusions, of time moving and shaping the physical world, of the future cascading closer and of sudden insights and visions. As my husband trotted ahead, always a few stretches before me, yet close enough so we do not lose each other, I called out as he entreated me to hurry along. “I’m only a few steps behind.”, the words echoing through mystical, mysterious and impenetrable time and space.

Heretofore, my style has been predictable, often veering into the realm of slightly boring, thus, I am attempting to define it, such that it might inspire novel ways to translate my emotions, personality and subtle consciousness, into the way I present my self, with attire and jewelry. As I was born on the seventh of July, the number seven holds immense luck and possibility, and I consider it a charm and constant reminder of the magical nature of reality. The seven elements of my style would include romantic, feminine, mysterious, bohemian, poetic, classic and simple.

I tend to reach timelessly for white, nude or pale pink shirts, blouses and tops with skinny blue/black jeans, or black or navy shorts, I possess a cast of navy, emerald, white, camel, misty gray, mustard yellow, varied hues of pink and a few royal purple tinted dresses, I vary these, by sprinkling in a few petite floral patterned or striped pieces. My jewelry, consists of pearl, emerald or diamond studs or a pair of very thin gold hoops, I wear my engagement ring every day, with a combinations of a simple pearl ring I inherited from my grandmother, a minimal rose quartz band, or a ring with seven, small Zambian emeralds, I also wear my black Hermès watch, with pearl or brass bracelets. I tend to wear either nude high-heel sandals or pink, navy blue or leopard print ballet flats. In the mornings, dressing myself is a cherished ritual, I enjoy the unplanned nature and the momentous act of going through my collection of apparel, scarfs, shoes, belts and purses to help me gauge both the mood of the day and my own particular sensibility. I remind myself often, to look more carefully at the contents of my closet, rather then to miss details that might highlight a look, idea, or expression more powerfully and clearly, perhaps noting how one of my pink cardigans may be worn with thin spaghetti strapped dresses for work, or how a black piece with pearls would be both appealing and require scant thought on the days I am running late.

Here are a few insights into the elements of my style:

Romantic ambiances include, slowly opening cosmos petals, smoky Egyptian musk incense, a slow whirling fan and a window open with white curtains flapping softly, carrying notes of honeysuckle and jasmine. On days that I skew particularly romantic, I might leave my hair in loose waves, wear a pink dress as pale as a flushed cream rose and eat an almond croissant with dark vanilla coffee.

While, the feminine energies permeate my experience of reality, with attenuating garden blossoms, of noticing the golden light on miniature ivory roses, or of creating a handmade avocado toast with extra squeezes of lime and pink salt drifting like dawn mist on the pale green sea crowned with freshly torn basil, or of a tying a pleasingly floral patterned black and white silk scarf around a high ponytail.

The elements of mystery, heighten the charm and increase curiosity, such as when I deliberately button up my white cotton shirt, over a peach pink bralette, or when I move to reveal, the glimmering sparkles of minimal pearl or brass bracelets, under the long sleeves of a nude toned chiffon dress. The nuances of mystery linger especially poignantly, in the study of contrasts, of wearing a tight bun with a free, flowing, unrestricted dress or styling long, loose, tresses with a tight, caramel lacy blouse and charcoal skinny jeans. In evoking mystery, I try to imagine a poetess in a summer garden, listening to the songs of the pastel nectarine, dawn pink and blood orange stained dahlias that only she can hear, or of the perfume of blossoming foamy white roses, drifting quietly from the garden, on a night of a charged secret, rendezvous by a rollicking, capricious and lighthearted sea.

My bohemian temperament stems from my desire to grow wildflowers, to cut a few for a tiny vintage vase, to wear vibrant coral, burnt sienna, incanted jade green and white cotton dresses with gold hoops, to spray rose and jasmine mist, to burn palo santo, to light a few tea light candles to saturate darkened rooms with pools of starlight, to dwell among old books, houseplants and fairy lights, to read French literature, to dance on a frayed lilac and silver Persian carpet, write about light, memories, emotions and flowers, drink chamomile tea, remain awake dangerously late to read, do yoga, to traipse into reveries, of Paris in the rain, of picnics with artists in a field of poppies and of carelessly swimming in a painterly vanilla and frangipani grove by the sea.

A poetic nature stems from an inclination to glimpse at the heart rendering pain and beauty in any moment, of the perfume of the tuberose strung canopy on a wedding night on a lush hill overlooking a misty winter bay, of an accidental snapping on a beloved string of pearls on the road to California, of ink stained hands and gardeners nails, of rubbing coconut, jasmine and ylang ylang oil over freshly lavender soaped skin, of never having too many lace, silk or chiffon dresses, or of enthusiastically wearing scarfs and wraps during pumpkin spice latte season in the desert.

Classic elements evoke a timeless sensibility and appeal, it appears in my life when I choose objects and pieces that occur whimsically and beguilingly in nature, such as by wearing pearls, turquoise, or rose quartz, from wearing natural fabrics such as silk or cotton, or choosing the cuts of cloth that have yet to be rendered dated, such as shift dresses, pea coats, white button down shirts, shirt dresses accompanied with brightly hued ballet slippers or nude wedges. It translates into the style of my home in the faint whispers from my collection of old English literature books by M. Somerset Maugham, Oscar Wilde, Daphne Du Maurier and more, or in my curated blue and white china collections, or a massive hoard of natural linen napkins, in piles of soft, cashmere, kanthas or Turkish blankets, in botanical and seaside art and paintings, in natural, raw wood furniture, lambs wool rugs, hand made ceramics and more.

The charm of simplicity is noticing the details, so that one may curate and disregard extraneous elements that diminish the purest forms and shapes. Nature is often my muse when I attempt to simplify my thoughts, ideas, design, fashion or lifestyle; for nature reminds us that most beautiful things are generally free, indelible in our memories, is measured in joy rather than in time, yet often taken for granted, such as the unadorned blue and white of the sky, or the emerald light in a green forest, or the rows or ivory roses, mixed with pots of lavender and faded pink geraniums lining a driveway, or of the dual purposes of perfume and glow inherent in a single bottle of coconut oil, in pearl earrings and a blush pink silk dress, or of the wondrous ecstasy of a storm halfway between midnight and the first light, with the windows open, the hurried gales, intense strikes of lightning, lashing rain and felonious thunder, carrying us though the night like a ship in a tempest ridden sea, the earth rollicking and dancing through myriad reveries, while our souls are set adamantly free in way that only occurs while we sleep, the unexplainable darkness of reality, temporarily stayed, by the poetic grace and shimmering excitement of the desert during a rainstorm many hours before the sunrise. Very often, I try to renegotiate my desire for variety, complexity and maximalism with an equally painful inclination for those entities that exult in plainness, such as crisp toast with butter, or a French braid with red lips, or of seashell, poetry book and rose quartz collections, or of rosewater mist and candle lit yoga, or the tantalizing pairing of a cup of green tea and a blanket.

The most salient concern in armoring myself for date nights, errands, visiting garden stores, bookstores, coffee shops or to the law firm, is how a garment makes me feel; how a vivid peach dress with a lilac cardigan may help ameliorate anxiety on Monday, or how a midnight blue shirt dress might assist me on days, I need to refocus my energies on my ongoing projects or how a white peasant blouse, dangling earrings and faintly pink jeans, anoints a lighter mood and gypsy vibes to a mellow Wednesday. Yet, another lens to view my style is through the experiences I hope to have, so I might collect a scandalous amount of pale pink chiffon dresses, for dancing as the clock strikes midnight in a lantern scattered garden in Marrakech, dewy with the perfume of orange blossoms, thick groves of tuberose, calla lilies, cypresses and palms, or a camel sheath with pearls for investor meetings in steely fortresses, or a emerald silk mini dress for an afternoon of visiting art galleries and antique stores while visiting by husbands family home in Connecticut. But the truest way we adorn ourselves are through the little pinpricks of gathered light, accumulated fires and entrapped breezes that we patiently fasten, insert or slide on as final, lingering touches, maybe it is the the diamond tear shaped earrings given by your mothers best friend for your engagement, a delicate lavender rice pearl bracelet found on a trip to Sedona, opal stud earrings reminding you of the ones your parents gave you as a gift on your 12th birthday, the original opals likely in safe in a bank deposit box in Toronto or Dhaka, or the vintage emerald ring you brought for yourself to break the webs of ennui in those mind numbingly plebeian routines annotated by the music of tiny silver anklet bells. For, there is yet explained magic and deeply alchemical poetry impressed upon the gems, stones and minerals that we find along our journey, some inherited, others gifted and a few collected on our own, these are mesmerizing and solid reminders that we linger among stars, that we are as fragile as plum blossoms in the path of an impatient may gale, that the light entrances even the most sleeping entities, that the cracks make the gem even more beautiful, that strength arises from beauty and vice versa and that there are memories, whispers, passionate entreaties, unanswered prayers, surreptitious reveries, twinkling laughter and bespoke tears embedded in the earthly realm, translated so bewilderingly and delightfully into our bracelets and other charms.

I noticed that when a pillar candle burns down so that the wick dances incandescently in a hollow grove, flickering hypnotically in a cave of melted wax with the tower edged and traced by times retreat, the color of the candle is revealed through the fire, as it jumps, scales and tongues the darkened room, it pulses like heartbeats from another realm, it rhymes, riddles and casts the space with a forgotten memory, a distant wish, or an unknown song, it heightens the emotion, of the bitterness of our dwindling lease on time and of the sweetness of its term. The glow reminds us to notice the light impressions whenever we have a chance, for even when the moonlight hits the blossoming Texas sage it reveals further regarding beauty, magic, fragility, impermanence and joy. The candle flame is starlight lingering in our midst, intoxicating in its danger, eviscerating in its power and captivating as it burns the dust, the unheard music and the reality veiling air to offer us its light.

I realize that perhaps the small butterflies I mentioned at the beginning of this piece, written a week ago, may have already travelled along their wild desert mountain paths, imbibing honey from the prickliest-flowering succulents, seeping in the orchestra of sun light chased by the moon, having ecstatically ridden the autumnal breezes, on their way to appearing again far away as earthly marigolds. The same way every tear turns into a leaf and every joy into a flower. 🦋

#design #healing #lifestyle #love #gypsy #style #bohemian #flowers #perfume #wellness #magic #alchemy #nature #hikes #desert #pleasure #happiness #fashion

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milesjsullivan · 6 years ago

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ERA AESTHETICS !

bold these era-inspired options to describe your muse’s aesthetics !

MEDIEVAL : tired eyes. coffee stains on the table. listening to the bustle of the city.unmade beds. loose ponytails. sunlight seeping through the curtains. chapped lips.walking barefoot across the floorboards. dusty dictionaries. black and white reruns. huge sweaters. the ticking of the clock. hearing birds in the morning. fireplaces. falling asleep during class.

RENAISSANCE : freckles. the sun rising. watching the sea. taking shots of the city. historical museums. bright eyes. looking up at the clouds. walls covered in artworks. drawing in the middle of lessons. tracing your fingers on the sand. painting for hours. staying in uncrowded coffee-shops. worn paperbacks. messy braids. going to bed with your socks on.

BAROQUE : dark hair. a little sophisticated. always observing the world around you. intricate designs. high ceilings. extravagant musical pieces. dim lights. colorless photographs. fancy furniture. pale skin. hearing soft footfalls coming from outside the room. mischievous looks. bitten nails. candlelight dinners. dark shades of lipstick.

CLASSICAL : chandeliers. the clinking of a teacup. laced clothing. modern architecture. light hair. watching the view from the terrace. hidden birthmarks. drinking tea in the morning. wandering about in an empty building. botanical gardens. old films. ancient marble sculptures. expensive perfume. breakfasts in bed. reading about mythology.

ROMANTIC : short writings on scraps of paper. blushed cheeks. a bouquet of roses. reading collections of poetry late at night. loose hair. carpeted floors. attending operas. faint music playing in the background. staying under the covers until midday. the night sky. streetlights. picking flowers. dancing around in silk dresses. scented candles.

#&& headcanons.#got this from indie #gonna do this on all my children <3

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jeremystrele · 5 years ago

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Eye-Catching Australian Textile Design On Show

TDF Design Awards

by Lucy Feagins, Editor

Figgoscope Curates, Prima Familia Totems. Photo – Jonathon Grigg.

Teresa Ceberek for Tsar Carpets. Photo – Lillie Thompson.

Marta Figueiredo AKA Figgoscope Curates – Prima Familia Totems

A series of captivating human-scale sculptures and whimsical ottomans. Produced in traditional Portuguese burel (100% felted wool) fabrics, the Figgoscope Curates range heroes bold hues and 3D acoustic patterns.

Teresa Ceberek for Tsar Carpets – X-Materiality Collection

These two hand-tufted rug-cum-art-pieces mimic natural landscapes, creating a soft sensory experience for the user/viewer. At once playful, commanding and refined, Teresa’s designs challenge conventional ideas of what floor coverings can be.

Cassie Byrnes, Tourist. Photo – Rod Pilbeam.

Julie White & The Ghan, 90th Anniversary Scarf. LEFT: Photo – Simon Upton. Styling – Jana Pokorny. RIGHT: Photo – Julie White.

Cassie Byrnes – Tourist

Featuring six print designs in natural, biodegradable fabrics, this fashion collection from the much-loved Melbourne-based designer melds childhood memories of growing up in North Queensland, with vivid iconography.

Julie White + The Ghan – Anniversary Range

To commemorate the 90th anniversary of Australia’s most iconic train journey, Julie teamed up with The Ghan to design a ‘Ghanniversary’ silk scarf and pocket squares (plus a one-off promotional gown). Her design sees the corporate camel logo reinterpreted and elevated with hand-drawn flair.

Georgina Whigham, Woven Bag Series. Photo – Victoria Zschommler. Styling – Natalie Turnbull.

Esther Sandler, Togetherness. Photo – Michaela Barca.

Georgina Whigham – Woven Bag Series

Emulating characteristics of a plastic bag, yet seeking to counteract throwaway mass-produced connotations, Georgina’s linen and cotton bags are and ode to craftsmanship. The designs are handwoven in Canberra.

Esther Sandler – Togetherness

Esther has produced a range of garments showcasing unique handwriting, abstracted botanical motifs, and geometric shapes. The designs explore contrast: where land meets sea, desert meets forest, and city meets the untouched.

Natalie Ryan, Meander Designs Belgian Cotton Linen Cushions.

Georgia Cannon, Style Revolutionary Rug Collection. Photo – Rachel Schurmann.

Natalie Ryan – Meander Designs Belgian Cotton Linen Cushions

This range of rustic, oatmeal cotton/linen cushions is locally printed. Natalie’s designs are adorned with painterly watercolour motifs that hero Australia’s unique flora, from iconic eucalyptus leaves to geometric banksia flowers.

Georgia Cannon – Style Revolutionary Rug Collection

This collection of rugs in flatwoven wool or jute are inspired by abstract watercolours interpretations of visiting New Zealand bushlands. Georgia’s range is further influenced by a love of mid-century design.

Rachel Castle, Sweet Pea Bedlinen. Photo – Pablo Viega. Styling – Louella Boitell-Gill.

Sophie Matson, Købn Summer. Photo – Sean Fennessey. Styling – Kristy Barros.

Rachel Castle – Sweet Pea Bedlinen Range

The Sydney-based artist and designer offers up an Australian answer to Marimekko and Liberty designs. Rachel’s bedlinen incorporates playful floral and spot repeat patterns in energetic colourways.

Sophie Matson – Købn Summer

Sophie’s latest beach towel, hand towel and plush bath mat collection puts an unexpected twist on new season stripes. The range draws on the colour play of Mexican architect Luis Bargain, high contrast metals, natural hues and chalky pastels.

ALL the info on shortlisted entrants in all categories can be found on the TDF Design Awards website!

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Our Favourite Beauty Looks From the 2020 SAG Awards

The 2020 SAG Awards red carpet delivered up some stunning looks tonight – and not just in the sartorial department. Whilst there were plenty of showstopping gowns and suits on display, there were also plenty of noteworthy beauty looks that deserved an award, too. From Sophie Turner’s bombshell beauty to Catherine O’Hara’s literal radiance, here are the beauty looks we loved from tonight’s red carpet:

Rachel Brosnahan

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Soft pinks and cat eyes for the SAG awards tonight! @sisleyparisofficial #sisleyredcarpet Face- Phyto-Teint Ultra Eclat Long Lasting Foundation in Porcelaine applied with the Fluid Foundation Brush Phyto Cernes Eclat Eclat Eye Concealer with Botanical Extracts in #1 Phyto-Poudre Libre Loose Face Powder in #1 to set the foundation Blur Expert Perfecting Smoothing Powder to finish the complexion Phyto-Blush Twist in #4 Glow as a highlight on cheekbones Phyto-Blush Twist in #1 Petal on the apples of the cheeks Eyes- Phyto-Eye Twist in 4 and 6 blended out from center of eye to putter corner 15-inner corner to center of eye Les Phyto-Ombre in Silky Rose and Metallic Pink inner corner to center of eye and Silky Steel from the center to the outter corner and underneath Phyto Kohl Star Waterproof Eyeliner in Sparkling Black in the lashline So Volume Mascara in Deep Black Phyto-Sourcils Design Brow Pencil in Cappuccino to define brows Phyto-Sourcils Fix in Transparent to set brows Lips- Confort Extreme Levres Nutritive Lip Balm to prep lips Phyto-Levres Perfect Lip Liner in Nude Phyto-Lip Twist in #1

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This I-woke-up-like-this look on Rachel Brosnahan is major, especially the expert smudging on the eye which begins midway across the eyelid. Also this makes me want to chop my hair immediately.

Margot Robbie

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💙 #margotrobbie #sagawards 💙 @kateyoung @brycescarlett @tombachik #makeupbypati

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The dream team of Pati Dubroff and Margot Robbie never disappoints when it comes to makeup inspiration.

Lupita Nyong’o

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@sagawards #BestActress nominee tonight @lupitanyongo in custom @louisvuitton by @nicolasghesquiere ✨✨✨💃🏿 graphic black and platinum eyes @lancomeofficial Art Liner in Black Vinyl and DramaLiqui Pencil in French Lace’ ✨✨✨ Pair light tone next to dark tone for contrast, add a few @lashify Gossamer Lashes in C10 on outer corners to echo the liner. Bronzy berry tones on cheeks and lips, on cheeks #LeMonoChromatique in Haute Couture on lips #LAbsoluRouge in Jezebel 💋✨✨✨ Styling @micaela Hair @vernonfrancois Nails @nailzbyvee Make up @nickbarose @exclusiveartists #lupitanyongo #USMovie #SagAwards #LouisVuitton #nicolasghesquiere #Lancome #Lashify #LancomeRedcarpet #@exclusiveartists @rscapellan @teamid

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L-I-V-I-N-G for this metallic silver flick. And every other part of this look TBH.

Sophie Turner

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So happy to be back with my beauty ✨ @sophiet tonight for the #SAG awards 💫 wearing @louisvuitton #Styled by @kateyoung #Hair @cwoodhair #MakeupByGeorgieEisdell #SophieTurner

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The hair, the lashes, the skin, the lip – there is not one part of this that isn’t pure Hollywood red carpet magic.

Michelle Williams

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Stunning Michelle Williams SAG AWARDS 🏆👁💄 in @louisvuitton @nicolasghesquiere #beauty ✨✨✨Gorgeous and glowy skin, using @weleda_USA products for @sagawards 🎬 1. Pomegranate Firming Serum 2. Skin Food Ultra -Rich Cream 3. Evening Primrose Eye Cream 4. Skin Food Lip Butter Makeup by @jameskaliardos #michellewilliams #jameskaliardos #sagawards #redcarpet #weledapartner @kateyoung styling and hair by @peterluxhair ♥️

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*Goes out to buy Skin Food range immediately*

Cynthia Erivo

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Headed to SAG Awards looking like a doll… @cynthiaerivo wearing @armanibeauty !! Break Down below… -Fluid Master Primer -Luminous Silk Foundationin 11 -Power Fabric Concealer in 9 -Neo Nude A-Blush in Armani Blush -Ecstasy Lacquer Lip Gloss In Boudoir -Eyes To Kill Stellar Eyeshadow in Midnight -Smooth Silk Eye Pencil in 4 Eyes to kill in mascara

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Glowy skin, a subtle smokey eye and nude lip are the perfect complement to Cynthia Erivo’s statement Schiaparelli gown.

Catherine O’Hara

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Radiant Catherine O’Hara. @sagawards Need I say more? #styled by @andrewgelwicks #hair by @ana_sorys #makeup by @luckymakeup #catherineohara #schittscreek #moirarose #comedyicon #luckymakeup

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Two words: a goddess.

Sadie Sink

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Last swipe of lip on Ms. Sadie Sink 💕 @armanibeauty #armanipartner #armanibeauty #MakupbyKayleen

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We told you pink eyeshadow was having a major red carpet moment. We love this soft smokey eye and lip combo and will be replicating immediately.

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Traditional Wedding Anniversary Gifts by Year

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Traditional Wedding Anniversary Gifts by Year

Whether it’s for your significant other, or an important couple in your life, it’s always nice to give thoughtful gifts on a wedding anniversary.

Over the years, certain themes have developed around what exactly should be given on anniversaries. But, some of these suggestions are … well, merely a tad out of date.

Now, there’s no reason to abandon the traditional themes of a wedding anniversary milestone. But, that isn’t to say there aren’t some more modern spins that you were able to espouse with a new age.

First Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Paper Modern: Clocks

Paper is a versatile medium that translates well into the modern world. Consider giving a volume, a board game, or an art print. You is also able to buy some tickets for a favourite event, or even write a love letter. Alternatively, book a photographic session, and pay for some prints.

Airline Ticket First Edition Book Unique Art Print Concert Ticket Movie Tickets

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Second Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Cotton Modern: China

Another simple theme that offer a number of options for the second year is cotton. You could buy your partner clothes, some bed linens, a define of cotton towels, or even a nice carpet for somewhere around the house.

1000 -Thread Count Sheet Set Matching Cotton Bathrooms with Names Embroidered Fancy Cotton Underwear Cotton Summer Pyjamas

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Third Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Leather Modern: Crystal

Leather is a little bit more specific, and the range of gifts is much wider. For your partner, you could buy a leather coat, or a nice pair of shoes. Alternatively, consider a leather billfold, or a watch with a leather band.

Leather Bound Book or Journal Leather Luggage Tags Leather Bag for Her and Leather Satchel for Him Leather Bound Hip Flask Leather Wallet Leather Shoes Leather Stubby Cooler

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Fourth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Fruits& Flowers Modern: Appliances

For guys looking to impress their dames on their fourth anniversary, why not have a go at recreating the bridal posy? In general, it’s a nice notion to buy a hamper, enjoy some candied fruit, or even get your hands on some edible chocolate blooms!

Large Bouquet of Flowers Fruit Basket

Fifth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Wood Modern: Silverwear

There are so many classy options for this theme that fit into a modern gift. One that is exceptionally timeless is to plant a dedicated tree, with a plaque, in your backyard or donate one to the local botanical garden. You could also go out for a walk and/ or a picnic in a local nature reserve, among the trees.

Porch Swing New Timber Gazebo Outdoor Timber Set

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Sixth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Sugar Modern: Wood

The sweetest gifts( literally) are the best for the sixth anniversary. Impress with a box of gourmet sweets, or take it a step further by getting six different kinds of chocolate for each year of the marriage.

A Box of Sweets Bouquet of Chocolate

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Seventh Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Wool Modern: Desk Set

You no longer have to give away a sheep to accommodate the theme of wool in the seventh year. Instead, why not get a lovely woolen sweater, or a comfortable blanket, or throw in a favourite colour.

Personalised Blanket Sweater Scarf

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Eighth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Pottery Modern: Linens or Lace

Pottery, when done right, is lovely and very modern so feel free to invest in a stylist pottery item. Or, you could take it a step further and buy a plant to put in a nice pot. Along with that, there is a growing trend towards pottery cookware( like tagines ).

A Mini Garden at Your House Do Pottery Together

Ninth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Wicker Modern: Leather

Is wicker truly not a thing anymore? It’s questionable, but you can skip the outdated style by sticking with a modern classic: a delectable hamper in a wicker basket. Put the hamper together yourself, or buy it from a dedicated outlet, for an anniversary picnic.

Wicker Outdoor Set

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Tenth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Tin or Aluminium Modern: Diamond Jewellery

Another very traditional gift. It’s hard to think of any way to bring tin into a modern set. But, if you’re keen to stick with tradition, buy a vintage tin online or at an antique store and fill it with gourmet tea or coffee!

Tin Kitchenware Use Tin Can as a Gift Box Use Tin Can as a Plant Pot Crafts Made of Tin or Aluminum

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Eleventh Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Steel Modern: Fashion Jewellery

Steel might seem tricky, and it is to a certain degree. For him, think steel tools, athletics gear, a watch. For the status of women in your life, consider steel jewellery, a vase, or perhaps some new steel-inspired furniture for the chamber of representatives!

Stainless Steel Jewellery Wrist Watch Steel Kitchen Set

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Twelfth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Silk or Linen Modern: Pearls

Silk is a great gift. Think silk pyjamas, silk ties, silk boxer shorts, silk scarf. Silk is gorgeous!

Clothes Made of Silk or Linen Silk Lingerie Blanket Pillowcases

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Thirteenth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Lace Modern: Textile Furs

Laces bringing grandeur and beauty to everything and they are really nice to look at because they are simple yet devoting a cheerful surrounding for everyone. Another good thing about them is that they can be on anything, be it on a curtain, a dress, a painting frame, or a table cloth.

Lace Curtain Lace Clothes Lace Table Cloth

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Fourteenth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Ivory Modern: Gold Jewellery

Selling and buying tusks are illegal and banned to most countries because they are produce the elephants, or any other animals with tusks, extinct. So instead of that, you can substitute bones for it. Because even though ivories are stronger than bones, they are both lovely!

Bone Jewelleries Bone Picture Frame Bone Pendant Bone Keychain

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Fifteenth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Crystal Modern: Watches

We can’t deny that crystals add to the esthetics of our home regardless of their fragility. So instead of buying crystal-made jewelry, which are also quite expensive, you can buy figurines made of crystals or glass, or a personalised laser-engraved crystal frame!

Crystal Figurines Laser-Engraved Crystal Frame

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Twentieth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: China Modern: Platinum

Let’s skip ahead to the next big milestone, the twentieth, where china is the traditional gift of choice. There’s an easy, do-it-yourself way to fit the theme without devoting something out of date. Just get a blank mug and some pottery pens and write your own personalised message!

Personalised Mug China Tableware

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Twenty-Fifth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Silver Modern: Silver

Not everyone is in a position to purchase something silver at the twenty-fifth anniversary mark, but there is another option. Take a piece that is already owned and have it professionally cleaned and engraved with a loving message.

Engrave a Loving Message on Your Silver Ring Silver-Coloured Home Display

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Thirtieth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Pearl Modern: Diamond

For the thirtieth anniversary, pearls are the order of the day. Now, pearls aren’t everyone’s style, but you can embrace tradition by heading out for a dinner of oysters, and grabbing one of the many products available that are inlaid with mother of pearl.

Jewelleries Made of Sea Shells Go to the Beach Eat Oysters

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Thirty-Fifth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Coral Modern: Jade

Gifts shouldn’t always be objects. It’s the memory that bides forever after all. So instead of buying anything coral, you can choose to see the coral with your own eyes instead together with your spouse and build great memories together!

Green Objects Scuba Dive and See Coral Reefs Coral-Coloured Objects Coral-Coloured Clothes

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Fortieth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Ruby Modern: Ruby

Not astonishingly, rubies are not on the shopping list of many couples, even if it is their fortieth anniversary. So, why not focus on colour instead of the actual stone? You can put together a corsage of red roses, or treat them with a lovely bottle of red wine.

Bouquet of Red Roses Bottle of Red Wine Red Objects Red Clothes

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Forty-Fifth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Sapphire Modern: Sapphire

Just like the ruby, you can opt to depend on the color rather than on the gemstone itself. Sapphire is blue, so you can buy any objects or clothes that are blue in colour. For example, a blue vase, a blue shirt, a pair of blue shoes, and so on.

Blue Objects Blue Clothes

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Fiftieth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Gold Modern: Gold

One thing perfectly that hasn’t changed over time: gold is still expensive. On top of this budget issue, it doesn’t suit everyone’s style. So, the modern traditionalist opts for a delightful dinner with edible gold flakes, a favourite/ much needed gift wrapped in golden paper, or a bunch of golden flowers like tulips and sunflowers.

Delightful Meal with Edible Gold Flakes Gift Wrapped in Golden Paper Handmade Flowers Made of Gold Aluminum

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Sixtieth Wedding Anniversary Traditional: Diamond Modern: Diamond

Diamonds are beautiful, but it’s not the kind of beauty that everyone can afford. On the sixtieth anniversary, there’s no need to spend too much because the most important thing is that you’re already there, and you’ve already proved your love for one another. So instead of running after the expensive, why not buy one of these?

Clothes with Diamond Print Objects with Diamonds Diamond-Shaped Objects

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beauticate · 6 years ago

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Magdalena Roze, Journalist

If you’re anything like us, one look at Magdalena Roze’s radiant complexion, and you’ll be desperate for her to spill the secrets to her signature glow. And good news: the journalist, podcast host, and mother-of-two has turned her talented hand to cookbook writing, with her new release detailing recipes to help get some of that very glow. We chatted to Magdalena about her wholesome (but delicious) day on a plate, her go-to beauty addresses in Byron Bay and Sydney, and why she won’t say no to some old-fashioned, homemade cake.

“I always knew that I wanted to work in the media, so when I left high school I was at a bit of a crossroads where it was a choice between acting or journalism.

I'd been acting and doing theatre since I was a kid and had a lot of friends that went to NIDA, so that path seemed obvious in many ways. But I was also drawn to writing and storytelling in a more journalistic capacity, and the opportunity to travel, experience amazing things and interview interesting people. So I chose the latter and was awarded a scholarship to study Media and Communications at the University of Sydney. In my final year, I did an internship at Channel Nine and at the end of it they offered me a job. The rest is history!

With my job, I love that no day is the same and that I'm constantly learning, meeting interesting (and often extraordinary) people and experiencing new things.

It’s changed a lot since I’ve transitioned from exclusively working in television towards a more digital and project based career, but while it wasn’t something I planned, it’s been a blessing to have more flexibility, autonomy and creativity - especially with a young family. One day I’m testing recipes for my cookbooks and another I could be recording my food podcast The Pass, hosting Nigella Lawson or doing a shoot for a brand I love. It keeps me very inspired and fulfilled, but most importantly, it still affords me the opportunity to live in Byron Bay and be with my kids, and for that I'm extremely grateful.

My personal style has changed a lot since moving to Byron Bay and becoming a mum.

It’s definitely more relaxed, but I still love glamming up for a red carpet. I tend to adapt to my surroundings, so when I’m at home in Byron, I pretty much live in linen, flowy, dresses, swimsuits and sandals. There’s a lot of white and neutrals, which is crazy with two messy babies! My staple designers are My General Store, Estilo Emporio, and Spell when I want to go a bit more boho. St Agni are my go-to for leather sandals. My favourites for basic pieces like t-shirts are Jac and Jack and Bassike, and pretty much all my knitwear is from First Born which is all handmade and fairtrade. When we travel I switch it up and tend to wear more black and tailored pieces, and my red carpet style can be really varied depending on my mood and the event. I actually really love putting the whole outfit together, from heels to makeup and accessories. Some of my favourite Aussie designers are Zimmermann, Scanlan Theodore and Toni Maticevski, and I love Christie Nicolaides earrings. They're real statement pieces and always make the outfit.

My beauty routine is way more low maintenance in Byron - which is convenient being a mum of two as I’m lucky if I have 5 minutes to get myself ready!

Unless I'm doing a shoot or hosting an event, most of my days involve little or no makeup at all and like to stick to the more natural based products, especially when it comes to skincare. This actually came out of necessity a few years ago when I was working long hours and wearing heavy makeup on TV every day. My skin really suffered and I started breaking out in rashes that wouldn't go away. I couldn’t control the makeup part but I realised that I could use much more lowtox products on my skin, so I made my own completely natural toner, moisturiser and eye cream and my skin literally cleared up in a day. I'm sure it wasn’t just the products - things like stress and hormones have a lot to do with it too - but I've been using simple and natural based skincare ever since. Becoming pregnant with Archie four years ago was another incentive to use cleaner products, plus for some reason I became really sensitive to the smell of certain fragrances and chemicals. I'm definitely not a total purist, especially when it comes to makeup, but there are so many great natural products out there now that it’s easy to do.

I very much believe in a gentle, non-abrasive approach as well as the powerful role of wholefoods in attaining glowing and strong skin, hair and nails. I swear by good fats like bone broth for this as it’s literally packed with collagen, as well as adding ghee, coconut oil and hemp oil to my meals. It’s boring but drinking lots of filtered water probably makes the biggest difference to plump, hydrated skin.

I cleanse my skin with Sodashi Clay Cleanser with lime which is gentle and nourishing, followed by a spritz of Oil Garden Rose Floral Water.

I moisturise with Sodashi Rejuvenating Face and Neck Moisturiser or sometimes just a few drops of Oil Garden Rose Hip Oil. Dr Hauschka Rose Day Cream is also a favourite during the cooler months as it’s quite rich. Then I fill in my brows with Hourglass Arch Brow Sculpting Pencil and dab some NARS Radiant Cream Concealer under my eyes to hide the mumbags! I usually leave it at that but if I have a meeting or want an extra lift, I love LUMA Just A Touch Lip and Cheek Tint in Signorita for a dewy natural flush on my apples and it really is the perfect natural lip colour. I'll also dab a bit of the LUMA Illuminating Highlighter in Golden Glow on my cheekbones. I like to have really clean skin before I go to bed, especially if I've been working and have makeup on, so I use some sort of oil like coconut oil or African Botanics Pure Marula Cleansing Oil to remove the first layer of makeup, sunscreen and impurities. It smells so good! Then I cleanse with something foaming like Chantecaille Rice and Geranium Foaming Cleanser (which is 80% natural) as the gentle exfoliating beads of rice bran give a thorough clean and I can use it to remove eye makeup too. I follow this with my Oil Garden spritz and Sodashi moisturiser. I really like trying new products and I’m always on the lookout for something natural and amazing, so I tend to mix it up every few months.

I use natural essential oil based soaps handmade by my friends Church Farm General Store in Byron Bay and they're gentle enough to use on the kids too. Because I spend a lot of time at the beach with sunscreen, I like to give my body a good scrub regularly with Mukti Organics Bioactive Body Polish. It leaves my skin feeing so smooth and nourished, and smells heavenly. For both of my pregnancies and in the months after, I massaged Weleda Stretch Mark Oil on my belly which has worked wonders. I like to treat myself to a hot bath now again with epsom salts and a few drops of Oil Garden Relax & Unwind Silk Bath Oil which feels and smells divine.

In the day and most of the time, my beauty look is natural, fresh and feminine. But if I'm going out to an event, I love to glam it up.

In terms of celebs, I like Gwyneth Paltrow's pared back beauty and Blake Lively’s red carpet glam. For nights out, I use Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk foundation. I’ve been using it since the TV days as it’s light enough for a daytime look and yet you can build on it in the evening. When I want glowy skin, l use LUMA Liquid Light Illuminating Primer underneath. I swear by NARS Bronzing Powder in Laguna for contouring and that sun-kissed look, and NARS Blush in Orgasm. If I’m getting my makeup professionally done, I find that adding a few individual lashes to the eyes make a huge difference. And I think that having a good quality set of makeup brushes is essential.

I have long, thick, coloured hair so my hair needs plenty of moisture.

I'm yet to find a great natural shampoo so if anyone has any tips, let me know! I’ve always used Kérastase but my hairdresser recently put me on to Iles Formula shampoo, conditioner and Finishing Serum and love it. It’s super light and makes my hair feel super soft and silky. It actually does what it says on the bottle and the packaging is really nice and sleek too. When my hair is particularly dry, I’ll often add a heap of coconut oil in it and slick it back in a bun all day before washing it at night, and I always add serum to the ends after a blowdry or tonging. Speak of which, a thick tong is the best tool for achieving a beachy wave in minutes.

My top tip for healthy hair is to do as little as possible to it. When I worked in TV, I used to have to wear hairpieces to make up for all the breakage from constant teasing and hairspray. Since moving to Byron, my hair is thicker than all the pieces put together! I credit this to leaving it alone and eating a lot of good fats.

My mum has amazing skin and she’s always taken good care of it.

She encouraged my sister and I to do the same using quality products. While she’s far from high maintenance, she’s always told us to make an effort when we leave the house. I’ve always been interested in makeup and beauty, most probably influenced by my older sister and mum so I was quite diligent about cleansing, moisturising and wearing sunscreen from an early age. This seemed to be more of a priority than makeup.

But the main thing both of my parents constantly told us is not to stress and stand up straight, because no amount of makeup can fix that.

When I'm in Sydney I see Jocelyn Petroni at The Facial Room.

I've been going to her for years and everything about her treatments - her beautiful, calming salon, the massages, and reiki - is on another level. She was the first to introduce me to Omnilux, a 20 minute non-invasive light treatment that gives skin a radiance. She’s all about bringing out one’s inner glow and I feel like that’s the key to true beauty. Her facials are heavenly!

I’ve been getting my brows done with Kristin Fisher in Sydney since back in the day when she had a tiny room at a Paddington gym , while my makeup artist Ashlea Penfold does the most gorgeous glowy, beachy, goddess makeup. In Byron Bay, I get my facials at A Little Company which is a gorgeous serene space like something out of Kinfolk magazine, and Aleshia Marie in Bangalow. For haircuts, colours and blowdries I go to Edwards and Co in Surry Hills and Byron Bay. The stylists are always amazing and I relish the time to myself to read the latest fashion and creative magazines and drink coffee without kids pulling me in every direction. Gaia Retreat & Spa in Byron Bay is a special, peaceful retreat that I like to go to with my mama friends to unwind and get a massage.

I've never had a regime when it comes to exercise, and it’s only now a few months after my second baby that I feel ready to be active again.

So I’ve started with some gentle, restorative yoga which I do a couple of times a week at home with my teacher, Brooklyn, and we build the intensity as I get stronger. It’s impossible for me to drive to a class while still breastfeeding so having her come to me is a godsend and the highlight of the week. If I can grab 30 minutes at the end of the day, I love a jog on the beach or quick standup paddle on the river. Other than that, most of my training is carrying Charlie and running after Archie.

While supplements definitely have their place, like magnesium to help with sleep and muscle tension, day to day I try and get the bulk of my nutrients from eating real wholefoods as I feel that their much more bioavailable. So for skin, hair and nails, there’s nothing better for me than bone broth, ghee, coconut and hemp oil. There’s a locally made honey here called Vallentine’s which is twice as strong as manuka and great for wound healing.

For relaxation, yoga is my go-to as it ticks all the boxes in terms of nourishing the mind, body and soul.

When we had our second baby, Charlie, Darren (Ed’s note: Magdalena’s partner) and I negotiated two mornings every week where we get to do whatever makes us happy while the other takes the kids, to maintain some sanity amongst the chaos. So mine is yoga. It’s gentle yet strengthening, and so good for my energy and emotional state. We live between the river and the ocean, so I also love standup paddle. There are few things more peaceful and relaxing than gliding along the water in my straw hat with my own thoughts - such a luxury. Sometimes I don’t see a soul for half an hour, just fish and stingrays.

I’ve fallen in love with reading again while breastfeeding Charlie and if the kids are asleep or with my mum, and I really enjoy cooking and coming up with recipes in my own time. When the kids a bit bigger, I look forward to doing the Byron Bay lighthouse walk early in the morning again. It’s such a beautiful way to start the day, followed by a beach, swim and coffee. And I love my Oil Garden essential oils. I use them everyday as a mood lifting fragrance and in the diffuser.

When we made the sea change to Byron Bay to open Three Blue Ducks on The Farm, I started a blog sharing my favourite wholefood recipes and tips for living a more natural life.

It started off as a bit of a hobby as I was really inspired by the lifestyle and approaches to food and wellness here - there is such a strong connection to food. We’re surrounded by lush farms and passionate producers, and shopping at the farmer's markets and eating with the seasons is a way of life. I was learning so much from a lot of really amazing people so I wanted to share it with others. It really took off so I was approached by a publisher to turn it into a book, which became Happy & Whole.

Cook, eat and enjoy real food.

We absolutely love it, it’s our life and livelihood at Three Blue Ducks. There are so many different diets and lifestyles all claiming to be the best or the healthiest, that it can be very difficult working out what to eat - so for me it’s about keeping it simple and getting back to basics. By this, I mean eating wholefoods that are unprocessed, grown without the use of sprays and chemicals and areas close to their natural source as possible. And cooking the way our grandmothers or great-grandmothers used too - things like pickling, fermenting and slow cooking to bring out the maximum flavour and nutritional value of an ingredient (and it’s much cheaper than superfoods!).

I also don’t see any particular food as good or bad. Sure, cakes and marshmallows aren't as nutrient-rich as a bowl of chicken broth, but they are sometimes foods and, for me, perfectly fine on occasion, especially if they’re made with real, whole ingredients. Sometimes, a lovely piece of cake is the only thing that hits the spot on a rainy afternoon with a cup of tea. Same as morning coffee and a glass of red wine - mother’s tonic! It’s about listening to your body and eating foods that work for you.

My days on a plate can be quite different depending on what work commitments I have on.

But when but when I’m not travelling or doing something like a photo shoot or podcast recording, I wake up when the kids wake which is usually about 6am. I make a cup of peppermint tea and then breakfast which is usually porridge with almond butter, a little cinnamon and apple or banana. Darren, the kids and I then go to one of our local cafes for a flat white and do the crossword. It’s super nerdy but it’s our morning ritual before work begins at 9am.

If I'm at home, lunch depends on what we've picked up at the farmer's market or what's in season, but I cook for myself and Archie so it might be something like spelt pasta with pesto, feta and greens like broccoli and zucchini. Sometimes I might cook the pasta or veggies in bone broth and then we drink the rest.

In the afternoon, I'll often bake something with Archie, which doubles up as entertainment and an afternoon treat. Most of what I make is wholesome but I don’t mind an old-fashioned homemade cake now and then, especially if it’s made with beautiful butter and eggs. It’s good for the soul and I really crave something sweet when I’m breastfeeding so I don’t fight it. I use this as a chance to test recipes too, and put on a slow cooked dinner like a wild rice and chicken pilaf or stew. It’s super easy to prepare and I just let it go for a few hours and then it’s ready. Once the kids are asleep, I love a glass of red wine or chamomile tea while Darren and I unwind and catch up on the day.

Throughout the day, I’ll snack on everything from cheese to blueberries to homemade chocolate (which is actually super easy, the recipe is in my book). Sometimes it’s a smoothie, other times it’s fresh sourdough and butter, and both feel just as nourishing.

Embrace ageing.

It’s a beautiful thing and something I’m surprisingly at peace with. As long as I’m healthy and happy, I really don’t have a problem with a few laugh lines. And I hope that ‘filters’ and heavily doctored images of unattainable ‘beauty’ that many young people are being bombarded with on social media are a passing phase, and society will once again embrace the raw and real - because there is nothing more beautiful.”

Story by Tess Schlink. Photography by Rob Palmer. Images from Happy & Whole, supplied courtesy of Plum

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My Favorite Places to Shop Vintage in New York

My closet is almost entirely secondhand. I nearly always travel with inconvenient vintage luggage (it has rapidly accumulated in my bedroom since the release of Moonrise Kingdom), despite my boyfriend’s gentle reminders that “there’s a reason luggage has evolved.” My shower rod is constantly draped with my drying vintage dresses because I don’t trust washing machines with them. A vintage wardrobe can be cumbersome, but it’s also environmentally friendly, relatively inexpensive and irreplaceable.

Within my first 24 hours of moving to New York, I had already Googled the closest vintage shops to my new apartment. I dropped pins on my maps app, eager to explore New York’s offerings of tulle dresses and high-waist jeans. What I did not know at the time was how the vintage shops of New York (and the people who run them) would provide me with so much more than gorgeous collections of clothing to sift through. In this sprawling metropolis, vintage shops have served as my oasis of comfort, proving that delicate things can be beautifully preserved and passed on between the strangers that inhabit this wild, wonderful mess of a city.

My archive of vintage havens has grown to the point where it can no longer fit inside a mental note, so I finally decided to write it all down in one place. Keep scrolling to read about my personal favorite places to shop secondhand in New York, and tell me your favorites in the comments.

Williamsburg 197 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY

Every time I watch Sex and the City, I am inspired by Carrie’s commitment to dressing fabulously, even when she’s home alone. I find myself daydreaming about becoming the type of woman who wears vintage slips and long strings of pearls while lounging solo in my apartment. If you, too, have these sartorial fantasies, Le Grand Strip is your spot. It’s a lot like how I imagine the dressing room of a burlesque show might look: full of giant gold-framed mirrors, peacocks, chandeliers and other fancy delights. Whether it’s a cotton shift dress, a lace teddy or a double-breasted suit that makes you feel like your best self, this place has all the feel-good outfits perfect for wearing both inside and out of your apartment.

Williamsburg 223 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Amarcord is known for its sublime window designs, which never fail to make me smile on my commute home. Fortunately the inside lives up to the outside, offering a highly curated collection of the best in jewelry, accessories and clothing for women and men. Their sourcing is based in Italy, and the list of labels they carry includes Gucci, Prada, Chloe, Dior, Oscar de la Renta and Diane Von Furstenberg, to name a few. Amarcord’s owners have an acute sense of current trends and know how to style their vintage wares to match them. You can often find the shop’s co-owner, Marco, manning the store. He is passionate about Amarcord’s collection and gives great styling advice. While photographing his shop, I discovered a sweet pair of eggshell Salvatore Ferragamo sandals in my size. Marco told me that “there is nothing as classy as vintage Ferragamo,” and I couldn’t disagree. I purchased them.

Williamsburg and Greenpoint 132 N 5th St, Brooklyn, NY, with one other location at 688 Manhattan Ave

Awoke is the holy grail of vintage basics. There are piles of denim, floral patterned skirts and a range of T-shirts. This is the place to go if you’re looking for layering staples and comfortable, everyday pieces. They also carry a few statement items, like the mint green suit I purchased a while back that is both comfy and makes me feel like Cate Blanchett. What more could I ask for from an outfit?

Thriftwares at the Artists and Fleas Market

Williamsburg and Soho 70 N 7th St, Brooklyn; other location at 568 Broadway St., New York

Thriftwares has two locations, both of which are permanent merchants in the Artists and Fleas markets in Soho and Williamsburg. Thriftwares has everything from classic white blouses to your dream Gatsby party dress. They also have a variety of unique outerwear and summer “It” bags I haven’t seen anywhere else. I purchased a vintage Burberry blazer there a while back, and my mother literally screamed in delight when I wore it home last week.

Although Thriftwares’ aesthetic varies from piece to piece, everything is both unique and well-kept.

Williamsburg and Chelsea 135 N 7th St Brooklyn, NY 11249; other location at 24 W 26th St

The majority of Crossroads’ wares are from secondhand contemporary brands. It’s one of those places that requires some scavenging, but the payoff can be huge. My best find so far was a Ganni sweater I had been eyeing online. I purchased it for a fraction of the retail price.

Greenpoint 285 N 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211

10 Ft Single by Stella Dallas consists of one large room of secondhand goods and another large room of genuine vintage goods. Next door, there’s Stella Dallas Living, which carries vintage fabrics, carpets, a wall full of buttons and some of the store’s finer vintage dresses and shoes. Everything is well-organized and reasonably priced.

East Williamsburg 320 Graham Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Known to Man carries dresses that range in formality from casual picnic lunch to swanky cocktail hour. The last time I went to this shop, my mom was in town and generously gifted me the most amazing vintage beaded backless dress I’ve ever seen. I wore it to an event in the New York Botanical Gardens, and it was possibly the highlight of my life:

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East Williamsburg 137 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn NY

Olly Olly Oxen has the feeling of a well-loved home. There’s an old desk filled with vintage magazines and cassettes and dried flowers hanging above the entrance. It is also home to a collection of unworn 1971 India Imports of Rhode Island designer wear from Woodstock. If you’re looking for a unique outfit to wear to a summer music festival, this is your place.

Bushwick 232 Varet Street, Brooklyn NY

Risk is physically impossible to miss if you happen to walk by. It’s basically Barbie’s chic apartment, complete with Marilyn Monroe pillows out front, a spiral staircase adorned with beach hats and walls covered in spectacular art made by the owner herself, Lindsay Risk. Inside, there are contemporary goods seamlessly sprinkled among the vintage gems. If you’ve ever watched Uptown Girls and craved Molly’s wardrobe/accessories/apartment, Risk will easily satisfy those cravings.

Union Square, Park Slope, Bushwick and Greenpoint

A thrifting expedition would not be complete without a stop at Beacon’s Closet. When it comes to finding a good deal, this place takes the cake. Each of the circular racks is conveniently color-coded and chock full of vintage and consignment goods that vary in style, size and time period.

Bushwick 117 Wilson Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Based on the outfits of Worship’s clientele, it’s clear this is a favorite store amongst vintage connoisseurs — no surprise since the racks are constantly replenished with an abundance of statement pieces. From vintage couture to label-less handmade garments, everything is perfectly curated.

Bushwick 16 Wilson Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Collections looks like your quirky aunt’s hypothetical beach house and has the clothing to match. Whether you’re taking a weekend away from the city or just want to feel like you are, Collections has the goods to put you in vacation mode. The shop is an alcove of serenity, perfect for a leisurely browse.

Locations all over New York (favorites on 143 W 17th St, 157 E 23rd St and 130 Crosby St)

Housing Works is full of well-kept secondhand wares from a multitude of well-known brands. I once got a great deal on this white Armani dress:

It’s the perfect vintage stop for office-appropriate outfits, a dinner party dress or a pair of shoes from a brand you already know and love. If you’re in the mood to spiff up your apartment, Housing Works also carries home goods, furniture and artwork. Proceeds go towards fighting AIDS and homelessness.

West Village 240 W 10 St, Manhattan, NY

Madame Matovu is a quaint, tasteful and cozy gem located in the heart of the West Village. The curator and owner, Rosemary, is as warm and welcoming as her shop. Rosemary fills every surface with dainty knick-knacks, so although the shop is small, the sheer volume of uncommon items tucked inside make it well worth the trip.

Lower East Side 5 Delancey St, Manhattan, NY

Procell specializes in ’80s and ’90s streetwear, including rare T-shirts. The store has a clean layout and a deeply curated collection of contemporary vintage. If you’re not the type of vintage shopper who enjoys scavenging, the modern space with simple displays will help you narrow your search with its curated edit of collectables.

Lower East Side 204 1st Ave, New York, NY

No Relationship is your classic secondhand “jeans and T-shirt” spot. It’s perfect for anyone in search of an Official Hot Guy Shirt, a pre-loved jean jacket, a neon windbreaker or denim cutoffs.

Union Square 111 E 12th St New York, NY

Cure Thrift Shop is a massive two-floor collection of vintage and thrift clothing, as well as some antique and contemporary homewares. The shop has a similar vibe to the Friends apartments and has the outfits to match. Whether you’re a Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Chandler, Joey or Ross (no judgment), this place has effortless ensembles to fit your standards. There’s plenty to sort through, so set aside a good chunk of time for this one. All proceeds benefit Type 1 Diabetes Research and Advocacy.

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Exhibits at Fashioned from Nature include an outfit made from leather off-cuts and surplus yarn, Katie Jones, 2017, a jacket and skirt from Bruno Pieters’ Honest By, and a dress made with Vegea, a leather alternative ; Image by: Victoria and Albert Museum; London

In 1859, the style-setting Empress Eugenie, wife of Napoleon III of France, wore a bonnet decorated with a stuffed hummingbird, setting off a fashion fad of using small birds to decorate dresses and hats. Bird parts and feathers had been used to dress hair, bonnets, ball gowns and accessories in Europe since the 1770s; even entire birds were used in 1829-30, when birds-of-paradise appeared on hats as a novelty. But the French queen reignited the fad of using small birds like hummingbirds, tanagers, swallows and robins, and, needless to say, it led to the death of millions of birds.

“Fashion designers also often try to improve on nature to make it more pleasing to the human eye, and rarer,” writes Edwina Ehrman, curator of Fashioned from Nature, an exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, in an email interview. “An example of this in the exhibition is a late 19th century hat decorated with a starling. The bird has had its feathers supplemented with those of another bird, probably a goose or swan, and the hat maker has arranged the bleached, dyed and painted feathers to suggest a larger, more exotic species.”

With around 380 exhibits, mostly from Europe, the exhibition, which opened on April 21 and will run till January 27, 2019, explores the complex relationship between European fashion and the natural world since 1600.

A Greenpeace printed cotton T-shirt

While nature dictates fashion cycles through seasons, it has also inspired fashion in various ways. The work of botanical painters, for instance, provided butterflies, flowers and insects as common embroidery motifs, while printed cotton chintz from India—which drew heavily on floral patterns—was much in demand. “Textile patterns have drawn on the natural world for centuries, certainly long before the advent of printing. But in Western European fashion, printed books on natural history and gardening became a key source, which are still important today,” says Ehrman.

A Gucci handbag designed by Alessandro Michele for the autumn-winter collection in 2017, which is screen-printed with a pair of male stag beetles copied from a natural history book written by Thomas Moffett in 1634, is part of the exhibition. Other designers, too, have used nature in a more personal and reflective manner. Christian Dior’s signature look comes from his first collection and the Corelle line: It features a narrow stem-like torso that bursts into full skirts like a flower. While Alexander McQueen often highlighted the more sombre aspects of nature: His last appearance in 2009, for the spring summer 2010 collection, addressed Charles Darwin’s evolution theories, along with global warming concerns.

A Gucci handbag designed by Alessandro Michele, which is screen-printed with a pair of male stag beetles

Fashion has also taken from nature—not just raw materials like cotton and silk to make the second skin that humans wear but, over various periods, materials like whalebone, sealskin, furs, turtleshell, ivory, reptile skins as well as beetle wings, prized for their iridescence. In the 1800s, beetle wing cases were exported from India, as well as stoles, dress panels and flounces embroidered with beetle wings. The brilliantly coloured, iridescent feathers of the male monal pheasant, native to Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar and China, were another prized decoration.

If these also sound like a list of banned materials and protected species, it’s because they probably are. Each seasonal, cyclic fad led to the destruction and killing of species, prompting corrective action. “From 1890 to 1910, when Canadian seal-hunting was particularly intensive, the population of northern fur seals was reduced from 5 million to some 300,000. In 1911, an international treaty gave them protected status,” says Ehrman.

A Calvin Klein Green Carpet Challenge dress, made from recycled plastic bottles, worn by actor Emma Watson to the Met Gala in 2016

The fashion industry’s demand for raw materials, constantly rising, has had an impact not just on animal populations but also on the environment. That’s why Ehrman decided to focus, along with nature, also on the problems caused by the industry and on sustainability as she became increasingly aware of the growing number of national and global initiatives—such as the 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Paris, and the 2015 report by the United Nations Environment Programme which outlined excessive consumption as a major cause of environmental degradation—to reduce its environmental and social impact, and make it more sustainable.

“I felt we were reaching a tipping point in public opinion, and that the time was right to be bold and use the exhibition to explore the causes, effects and solutions for the challenges we face today,” she says, adding that during the course of curating and researching for the exhibition, she was shocked by some of the industry statistics, particularly its pollution rating. “We have been conservative in placing it as one of the top five polluters. Some say it is the second most polluting industry on the planet.”

Dyeing of textiles has always caused water pollution, but with the rise of fast fashion and technology, other factors like land, air and people, come into play. “Fast fashion responds rapidly to consumer demand, with ever more efficient production and supply chains encouraging larger wardrobes and the notion of ‘disposable’ fashion. The business model has also ratcheted up the industry’s environmental impact,” says Ehrman. Between 2000 and 2014, global clothing production doubled, and a 2017 study by The Global Fashion Agenda in collaboration with The Boston Consulting Group projected fashion consumption to rise a further 63 percent by 2030.

(Clockwise from top left) A hat made of monal pheasant feathers; a hand fan made with carved ivory sticks; a cotton muslin bodice and skirt decorated with beetle wing cases; earrings made from heads of Red-legged honeycreeper birds; a feather fan decorated with a stuffed hummingbird and jewel beetles

The industry’s various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact are highlighted at the exhibition. They range from designers using innovative materials—a dress made with Vegea, a leather alternative made from grape waste; a Ferragamo ensemble made from ‘Orange Fiber’ derived from the Italian citrus industry’s waste; and actor Emma Watson’s Calvin Klein dress made from recycled plastic bottles—to brands committing to use organic and sustainable practices and in the case of Patagonia, even asking consumers to buy less. During the 2011 Black Friday sale in the US, the outdoor clothing company ran an advertisement in The New York Times with an image of one of their jackets and the line ‘Don’t buy this jacket’, suggesting that buyers might have enough.

Other initiatives by brands include transparency: Bruno Pieters’ Honest By and London-based designer Martine Jarlgaard are making their garments’ production history and impact available to consumers: Honest By publishes the information on its website, while others have ‘smart labels’ that can be scanned to trace a garment’s journey.

The challenge fashion faces is enormous, says Ehrman, but governments, industry, business, science and design are coming together to find solutions. “Recycling and reusing to dramatically reduce fashion’s utilisation of virgin raw materials, and cutting down its consumption of water, chemicals and fossil fuels, are priorities. Consumers are also increasingly aware and responsive to the need for change and we need to build on their potential power to demand better.”

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