Tamara de Lempicka, Style Icon
Tamara de Lempicka style icon for the ages. The Polish painter depicted people with her own unique chiseled, geometric look with a heavy art deco flair and rose to fame in Paris in the 1920s.
A History of Devil Horns in Fashion
Somewhere, somehow, in fashion, the devil has appeared horns and all. Devil horns in fashion are here and we're welcoming them in via Simone Rocha and more.
’80s Eccentric Maximalists to Take Inspiration from
Welcome! Today, we present you with a few of our favorite '80s eccentric maximalists to inspire your outfits.
Examining the Fashion from What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?
What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? is ripe with fashion inspiration.
Remembering Tina Turner’s Fashion
Tina Turner's fashion sense was bold, loud, proud and monumental as the kind of wardrobe that told stories about her life and work. Her personal style remains.
Remembering the Fashion of One Hour Photo
The 2002 thriller stars Robin Williams and Connie Nielsen. However, One Hour Photo's fashion is definitely worth saving in the back of your mind.
Remembering the Strange Aesthetics of the Japanese Film House
Even if you haven't seen the Japanese film House (1977), the strange and enticing aesthetics may have haunted you in unlikely places throughout pop culture.
A Place to be: The Fruit Bus Stops of Japan
Did you know there actually exists fruit-shaped bus stops in Japan? I dream about them often, and like to think about what it would be like to live inside one.
Remembering Karl Lagerfeld’s Memphis Design Apartment
Once upon a time, the inimitable Chanel and Chloe designer Karl Lagerfeld lived in an apartment in Monaco that was entirely decorated in Memphis decor.
A Place to Be: Niki de Saint Phalle’s Tarot Garden
Niki de Saint Phalle's Tarot Garden in Tuscany, Italy, in the little village of Capalbio, is one of the most special outdoor art installations of all time.
The Everlasting Inspiration of The Color of Pomegranates
If you haven't seen The Color of Pomegranates (1969), it's one of the most visually interesting films ever created. Directed by Sergei Parajanov, The Color of Pomegranates is inspired by color and life.
Movie Monday: Jan Svankmajer’s Alice
Czech director Jan Svankmajer is well-known for his strange yet endearing approach to surrealism. In 1988, the director released Alice, based on the the classic Alice in Wonderland story.
Movie Monday: Daisies (1966) Is the Film You Need to Watch
Meet Marie I and Marie II, the two unlikely protagonists of the absurdist, surreal film Daisies (1966). Directed by Věra Chytilová, Daisies is a feminist statement.
James Jean: Wildly Creative Prada Illustrator
Remember James Jean, the artist who collaborated with Miuccia Prada for the spring 2008 show? His artwork aside from Prada is actually beautiful and eerie.
Textile Artist Lorenzo Nanni
Lorenzo Nanni is an under-the-radar textile artist that works primarily with fabrics, bridging the gap between modern, surreal art and fashion.
Movie Monday: Andy Warhol’s Poor Little Rich Girl
If you've ever considered Edie Sedgwick a style icon, you can likely blame Andy Warhol's Poor Little Rich Girl film. The 1965 film stars Edie Sedgwick.
Salvador Dali’s Fabulous Hats
Salvador Dali: his repertoire includes painting, film, sculpture, photography and hats. Dali often wore hats; from Rhino's horns to Pa de Crostons bread.
Anissa Kermiche’s Enchanting Vases
Though Anissa Kermiche may be well-known for her jewelry, her womanly forms transposed into vases are what truly set her apart as a designer.
Edward Gorey – King of Macabre Illustrations
Edward Gorey, the fantastic illustrator and writer was a lover of ballet (for many years, he religiously attended all performances of the New York City Ballet), fur coats, tennis shoes, and cats, of which he had many.
Movie Monday: Alice in Wonderland and the Fashion Inspiration of it All
I've always loved the book 'Alice in Wonderland'. The movie is great too, and both add up to be incredible inspiring in my work.
Jean Cocteau’s La Belle et La Bête
You've undoubtedly seen Disney's Beauty and The Beast, but have you seen Cocteau's La belle et la bête? In comparison, Disney's is far subordinate.
Movie Monday: Un Chien Andalou
One of the more influential films of the early surrealism movement was Un Chien Andalou (An Andulusian Dog) produced in 1928 by Spanish writer/directors Luis Buñuel and Salvador Dalí.
Movie Monday: Boccaccio ’70
Watch out! Because you never know when a 100 foot tall Anita Ekberg will appear, wandering the streets of your hometown, ready to have some "fun"! Boccaccio '70 is by far one of the most unique films to watch in modern history, from format to execution.
Movie Monday: Remembering Mothra the Film
As far as strange and enchanting films go, Mothra is definitely one of them. Mothra produced and distributed by Toho Studios in 1961, as part of the Godzilla franchise.