Madame Germany's 'Tableau VIVANT' Fashion Story and the Bloomsbury Artists
/ Anne EnkeThe Bloomsbury Group, widely known for their boundary-pushing approach to art, literature, and culture, found inspiration in the intricate beauty and meticulous detail of Flemish floral painting.
One of the key artists influenced by Flemish floral painting was Vanessa Bell. As a founding member of the Bloomsbury Group and a prominent painter, she adapted the Flemish technique to create her own unique style.
Flemish floral painting provided a departure from the formal academic art conventions of the time, just as the Bloomsbury artists, sought to break free from traditional norms, inspired by the freedom and creativity exhibited in the Flemish works. They recognized that flowers possessed a profound energy and vitality that could be unleashed through artistic expression.
Read MoreKate Moss at Charleston, Wearing Kim Jones Fendi Couture Lensed by Mert & Marcus
/ Anne EnkeKate Moss at Charleston, Wearing Kim Jones Fendi Couture Lensed by Mert & Marcus AOC Fashion
Kim Jones Fendi Couture Debut
Supermodel Kate Moss previews her friend Dior Men’s designer Kim Jones’ debut couture collection as artistic director for Fendi Womenswear. The name ‘Pioneering Women’ (definitely NOT American pioneer women), is inspired by the women of Britain’s Bloomsbury Group.
In these images by Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott, Kate showcases Jones’ first Fendi collection statement, styled by Edward Enninful at Charleston, the legendary artistic set’s Sussex home. Kate and Jones go way back to the ‘90s when Alexander McQueen introduced them.
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