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The Last Emperor

The Last Emperor...such a fitting title. I loved Valentino before, and after viewing the recent film on him done by Matt Tymauer, I must say I love Valentino even more. His relationship with Giancarlo Giammetti stood out the most as it is one that is real and full of the ups and downs of a typical couple that has been married for 50 years. When I first learned that the film was being done my first reaction was hoping that it would be executed properly, kudos to Tymauer for a job well done. Valentino's passion for design came through and made me appreciate his work and the work involved in design even more. I will admit a few tears were shed while watching, and the sadness and joy that Valentino felt were conveyed and came through ever so strongly. 

I was privileged to see the film in New York amongst a very stylish audience at the Film Forum. We were graced with the presence of director Matt Tymauer and the one and only editor-at-large for Vogue Magazine, Mr. Andre Leon Talley. Tymauer and Talley spoke about Valentino, and opened up to questions from the audience. I was on cloud nine when I left the theater, and the icing on the cake was being able to meet and speak with the oh so fabulous Mr. Talley !


Watch the trailer: www.valentinomovie.com
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Freedom

Walking along the highway, crossing through homeless camps, stepping over garbage and god knows what else, I finally fulfilled my desires to explore Freedom. 














On a pleasant, sunny NY morning I decided it was time to explore the tunnel that always sparked my curiosity. When I arrived I was a kid in a graffiti candy store. Not sure what or who I might come across I entered and was greeted by remnants left behind from whomever lived there previously or now. Old books, toys, lots of shoes, beds, and of course tags left from visiting artists lined the walls of this tunnel. 

This underground gallery left lots to see, and I was pleasantly surprised to see graffiti tags that I had randomly photographed before. The trains that came through were kind enough to blaze their horns to make us aware of there arrival. Not being able to capture as much as I wanted to due to my lack of a tripod, I will be trekking back here again. 

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Takin it to the streets-Halston Style

Takin it to the streets-Halston Style

I've always seen the streets of New York as a runway. You got the prettiest people prancing around the city looking oh so right! In New York you always want to step out correct, when in New York do as the New Yorkers do. 

Halston has literally taken their Fall 09 collection to the streets, no runway show to attend this year, as the show will be e-mailed to all guests. 

Brillllant!


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Sweet Dreams

I once dreamt I was a bird flying over Russia. My dream was full of fascinating medieval Russian architecture, Saint Basil's Cathedral even made an appearance. This dream was one that was so real and vivid that when I woke I remembered that feeling of flying, and the beautiful views of Russia I had.

The latest collection from Chanel, pre-fall 09 to be exact, took me back to Russia and left me in a dreamlike state. This collection like my dream was full of medieval Russia. While viewing this collection I thought of Russian Folklore,the frog princess instantly came to mind. I imagine myself prancing through the streets of Russia in Chanel.....hey, a girl can dream, can't she?



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Picturing Modernity

In modern times especially the times we live in now I feel there is such a sense of urgency, at least in my life. The urgent need to get things done, to keep moving, the inability to become static. With the current state of this world, economy, government, etc this feeling of urgency seems to be buzzing all around. 

Carrying my pen and notebook as I always do, I took notes with an unexplained urgency while viewing the latest set of photographs at the MoMa that were part of the Picturing Modernity set. One of my favorite photographers Harold Edgerton was apart of this exhibit. Reflecting back to my notes I noticed what I wrote in response to his photographs and realized that they made me think about this sense of urgency that I have been feeling. Edgerton mastering the technique of seeing the unseen,stopping, and capturing these acts of motion made me stop and think about my own motion.  I was reminded that it's alright to sometimes stop, capture these life moments......and breathe. 

 

* Photos courtesy of Writz Gallery
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