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Walter Pierre Flashes a Glittering Ashton Day for Tank Magazine Spring 2022 AOC Fashion
Model Ashton Day is styled by Ellen Mirck in ‘The Chase and the Quarry’, lensed by Walter Pierre [IG] for Tank Magazine’s Spring 2022 issue.
Anne of Carversville has been a fan of Sabyasachi Mukherjee since 2017, watching India’s most prominent luxury design house bring the rich heritage of India to a global audience.
As Vogue Arabia notes in this new fashion story, beautifully-crafted jewelry is an integral part of the House of Sabyasachi’s unequivocally Indian brand heritage. As much as any element in Sabyasachi DNA, jewelry is integral to the brand’s main focus on authenticity and traditional Indian craftsmanship at the highest level.
In this fashion story for Vogue Arabia, model Ylenia Minniti is styled by Ahmed Rashwan in images by Mannbutte [ IG ].
Today Sabyasachi Mukherjee has a growing exponentially following in much of India, the Middle East and parts of the western world with its designs and jewelry. Sabyasachi has installed shops at Bergdorf in 2020 and 2021 and also collaborated with H&M on a special collection.
In recent years [See Vogue India article after images] Sabyasachi Mukherjee is devoted to the restoration of lost craftsmanship across India.
Sensing a loss of direction for the art of creating Indian jewelry, Sabyasachi is reviving age-old crafts and techniques of jewelry making by modernizing and innovating, while creating an ode to the craft. Mukherjee has always been an innovator. “In my late teens I started a tiny side hustle where I made costume jewelry with beads and glass and feathers and stone,” he says.
Of equal importance is another Indian heritage piece that Sabyasachi holds dear to his heart. By launching Save the Sari [Saree] in 2009, Sabyasachi promotes a model of economic sustainability for local craftspeople and artisan communities in the designer’s hometown of Kolkata and beyond in India.
AOC just wrote extensively about the history of the sari, featuring Lakshmi Menon in the March 2022 cover story of Vogue India. Lakshmi Menon Covers Vogue India March 2022 in 'The Sari Holds Our Secrets'
Our commentary flows from the exquisite writing of Bandana Tewari for Vogue India. We don’t typically ask AOC guests to read a related article, but this one is so very well done, and it digs so deeply into the thematic soil of universality in women’s lives.
Hoyeon Jung Shares Everyday Pics of Louis Vuitton Twist Bag March 2022 AOC Fashion
Louis Vuitton brand ambassador, ‘Squid Games’ star Hoyeon Jung, who was tapped by LV in October 2021, was back on the red carpet Sunday evening, popping flash bulbs all around wearing Louis Vuitton at the 2022 Critics’ Choice Awards.
Hoyeon Jung won the SAG award for Outstanding Performance by a female actor in a Drama Series on February 27. She wasn’t nominated at last night’s event, but ‘Squid Games’ won two Critics Choice Awards including Lee Jung-Jae for Best Actor in a Drama Series and and Best Foreign Language Series.
The South Korean drama series ‘Squid Games’ is reportedly Netflix’s most-watched show ever with 1.6 billion hours viewed.
In today’s Louis Vuitton Twist Spring 2022 campaign, Hoyeon Jung is styled by Marie-Amélie Suavé in casual outfits that are REALLY pedestrian. Translated, Target casual. Hey, the LV teams knows far better than AOC. Ethan James Green [IG] is behind the lens, and he can’t do his normal lift of the images either.
Lakshmi Menon Covers Vogue India March 2022 in 'The Sari Holds Our Secrets' AOC Fashion
Lakshmi Menon covers the March 2022 issue of Vogue India, ‘A Homecoming’, marking a return to part-time modeling after the birth of her daughter Gayatri with Suhel Seth, who she married in 2018. Megha Kapoor styles Menon in ‘Shapes And Drapes’, lensed by Ashish Shah [IG]./ Hair & makeup by Mitesh Rajani
Rather than an interview with Lakshmi Menon, Vogue India chooses to focus on the traditional sari that covers her body and those of Indian women across the continent. It’s impossible not to quote liberally from the exquisite writing of Bandana Tewari in ‘The sari holds our secrets’. Her words are among the most poetic and deeply probing ones I’ve read about women lives and women’s bodies in a long time.
Sari, or ‘strip of cloth’ in Sanskrit, is much more than a piece of clothing, explains Tewari.
It is the subcontinent’s collective dream of womanhood, of femininity, and a lifelong ritual of love and pleasure immersed in the shapes and drapes of our inner worlds. Mothers, whilst draping saris on their coming-of-age daughters, are known to gently whisper, “We are dressing not just our bodies but also our emotions.”
Body and sari are inseparable — “the sex-yard dance of our natural curves, the meandering metaphors of our lives, the contours of our thrills and the creases of our discomfort.”
We learn the story of the disrobing of Draupadi, a “powerful story of the sacred alchemy of weave and wearer. There is a much more in-depth probing of the story of Draupadi in The Hindu.
Personally I believe in the creative use of fantasy and allegory in the treatment of sexual trauma. In my own case I developed a metaphorical relationship with a tree representing Gaia and through meditation I gave her all my “crud” for composting and rebirth — the terrible residue of my own sexual assault. I visualized an umbilical cord relationship with my beloved tree.
Reading this story about Draupadi, it is so powerful and also there are healing purposes to it that could be employed in visualization techniques for survivors of deep sexual assault. I’m not speaking of an unwanted kiss or your butt being squeezed by a stranger in an elevator. I speak of deadly, vicious assault which often leaves women {or men] consumed with guilt and stain — and a sense of being the sinner herself, the wearer of the scarlet letter.
Read on: Lakshmi Menon Covers Vogue India March 2022 in 'The Sari Holds Our Secrets' AOC Fashion
Andrea Romero in '4 Elements' by Ana Abril for Harper's Bazaar Vietnam March 2022 AOC Fashion
Model Andrea Romero is styled by Caterina Ospina in ‘4 Elements’, lensed by Ana Abril [ID] for Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam March 2022./ Hair by Antonio Romero; makeup by Antonio Romero
Nyaueth Riam in Spring's Best Accessories for London Times Style March 13, 2022 AOC Fashion
It’s a fact the most remote workers in America don’t want to return to the office — and for a multitude of reasons. Fashionistas are probably more inclined than most to get out of slouchy pants and into Spring 2022’s latest accessories, as leading members of the vanguard returning to work.
Style peacocks got an eyeful in this weekend’s The Sunday Times Style fashion story ‘Scene Stealers! The Eight Best Accessory Styles for Spring.’ They all pack a punch from Swarovski’s stackable jewel chokers in candy colors to Saint Laurent’s patent platforms. Wrist weights have gone glam, but don’t put them in your Fendi micro pouch.
The beautiful model Nyaueth Riam is styled by Henrik Lischke in Dior, Lauren Perrin, Miu Miu, Molly Goddard, Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello and more. Photographer Santi de Hita [IG] is behind the lens for the March 13th issue of London’s Sunday Times Style.
Filip Koludrovic Flashes 'Melancholia' in Florence for Vogue Arabia February 2022 AOC Fashion
Photographer Filip Koludrovic IG] photographs ‘Melancholia’, a February 2022 fashion story for Vogue Arabia. Model Maria Sillandi strolled through Florence, Italy, styled by Giuditta Goffredo, who is also fashion director at luisaviaroma.com.
In the words of the photographer, the intention of the fashion story is to convey an important message that melancholia is not a negative emotion. It can be filled with beauty. bittersweet moments and even conflicting thoughts. The goal was to use imagery to transcend words, to install the model Maria in the atmospheric fabric {AOC’s words} of real-life experience that has rich meaning to her, in spite of its contradictions..
Sportmax Denim Culture SS 2022 Campaign with Betty Schupp by Anders Edstrom AOC Fashion
German model Betty Schupp is styled by Elodie David Touboul in Sportmax Denim Culture S/S 2022 campaign, lensed by Anders Edstrom [IG].
Read More“There is a word in South Africa — Ubuntu — a word that captures Mandela's greatest gift: his recognition that we are all bound together in ways that are invisible to the eye; that there is a oneness to humanity; that we achieve ourselves by sharing ourselves with others, and caring for those around us.”
Kristine Angeshi in 'Secret Garden' Chanel Jewelry by Fouad Tadros for Marie Claire Arabia AOC Jewelry News
Rising model Kristine Angeshi returns to AOC in a spectacular Chanel jewelry fashion story styled by Jade Chilton. Photographer Fouad Tadros creates ‘Secret Garden’ for Marie Claire Arabia March 2022. The opening image above is priceless in AOC’s opinion. Just pure perfection in a stunning jewelry fashion story.
Kristine Angeshi's Polished Elegance by Paul Morel for Harper's Bazaar Spain April 2021 AOC Fashion
Louise Wong Plays Anita Mui in Wing Shya's Homage to Hong Kong for Vogue UK March 2022 AOC Fashion
Thanks to the success of ‘Anita’, the lavish biopic of Canto-pop superstar Anita Mui Yim-fong, Canto-pop is sweeping across mainland China, wrote SCMP.
Model Louise Wong, featured in this Vogue Hong Kong March 2022 fashion story, made her feature-film debut as an actor — and what a debut it was. Even before the film’s release in November 2021, Wong was a favorite of global luxury brands, wrote Vogue Hong Kong, long before the movie.
Louise Wong appears occasionally with male model Noise Wong in the fashion story, styled by Sean Kunjambu. Photographer Wing Shya [IG] captures the duo in color-drenched imagery that captures the energy of Hong Kong./ Makeup by Pinky Ku; hair by Kolen But
With zero experience in acting, dancing or singing, Louise Wong won the role of playing Anita Mui, cast through social media after a three-year search by Edko Films. Over 3000 actors were considered for the role.
Louise Wong was offered the opportunity to play Anita Mui “after moving the production team to tears in an audition where she sang the late singer’s ‘Sunset Melodies.”’ Wong then went into intense training to play Anita Mui, whose own biography is tragic on many levels.
No, Mui didn’t commit suicide, but she did die of cervical cancer at age 40. Watching a 5-minute presentation on her life, there is no doubt that tragedy stalked magnificent talent from her childhood.
Jessie Andrews by Adam Franzino for Harper's Bazaar Serbia February 2022 AOC Fashion
“I kept seeing beautiful jewellery that was out of my budget,” Jessie Andrews, founder of sustainable jewelry brand Bagatiba, told British Vogue in October 2020. Since then Andrews’ entrepreneurial star has risen on multiple fronts — so much so that Andrews found herself cast in a February 2022 episode of ‘Euphoria’, playing a rich wife who is the victim of a jewelry robbery by Zendaya’s character Rue.
Jessie Andrews brought attitude to the February 2022 issue of Harper’s Bazaar Serbia, lensed by Adam Franzino [IG] in digital covers and “more [fashion] from the streets”.
Jill Kortleve Covers Vogue Netherlands March 2022 by Gregory Harris AOC Fashion
Model Jill Kortleve is styled by Cathy Kasterine in seasonless dressing for Vogue Netherland. Photographer Gregory Harris [IG] captures the cover story for the reborn Vogue’s March 2022 issue.
Taylor Hill Poses in Zara SS 2022 Swimsuits with Many JOIN LIFE Choices AOC Fashion
Top model Taylor Hill has always stressed the importance of eating healthy and frequent exercise in maintaining a good attitude about daily life. In Taylor’s case, that includes taking her beloved dog into the swimming pool — giving us all something to smile about.
Today Taylor Hill hits the surf in Zara’s Spring/Summer 2022 swimsuits, with one-piece styles taking center stage. Strapless designs, cut-out details, and halter necklines run free with nature, in a Zara swimsuit collection carrying many choices with the JOIN LIFE label.
Note that not all swimsuits on this Zara page carry JOIN LIFE, so check on the lower right side of image. Some suits are made of 75% or more recycled polyester and others of 45% or more polyamide. Read your labels!!
Zara has a goal that minimally 50% of their products marketed in 2022 will meet the JOIN LIFE standards.
You must search for swimsuits on the Zara page carrying the JOIN LIFE label, so check on the lower right side of image. Some suits are made of 75% or more recycled polyester and others of 45% or more polyamide. Read your labels!!
Zara has a goal that minimally 50% of their products marketed in 2022 will meet the JOIN LIFE standards. For an update on where Zara is going with JOIN LIFE — including 2023 and 2025 goals — read this page. They include for 2023:
100% MORE SUSTAINABLE CELLULOSE FIBERS
100% MORE SUSTAINABLE COTTON
100% GREEN TO PACK
100% FREE FROM SINGLE USE CUSTOMER PLASTICS
100% ZERO WASTE
Adot Gak, Aleya Ali, Sydney Acker and Wayne Booth by AB & DM in Pyer Moss Couture AOC Fashion
Models Adot Gak, Aleya Ali, Sydney Acker and Wayne Booth are styled by Antoine Gregory in Pyer Moss Couture. Photographer AB & DM [IG] are behind the lens for Black Fashion Fair February 2022./ Hair by Susy Oludele; makeup by Ernest Robinson
Left to right: Models Adot Gak, Aleya Ali, Sydney Acker and Wayne Booth
Jean-Raymond became the first Black American designer invited to show Haute Couture during Paris Couture Week last July. After a 48-hour delay due to torrential weather associated with Hurricane Elsa’s arrival in the Northeast, Jean-Raymond stepped into the history of couture spotlight at Villa Lewaro in Irvington, New York.
The Fédération de la Haute Couture extended their calendar so that Pyer Moss could still be listed on the couture calendar and have Kerby Jean-Raymond be the first Black American designer to show for couture.
The 34-room, 20,000-square-foot mansion was the intellectual gathering place for leaders of the Harlem Renaissance. Even more relevant to the couture conversation Villa Lewaro was home to Madam C.J. Walker, the country’s first African-American woman millionaire, a renowned businesswoman and philanthropist.
Curbed wrote about the residence: “Named after her daughter (LElia WAlker RObinson), Walker’s “Dream of Dreams” home was designed by the first licensed black architect in the state of New York, Vertner Tandy. Madam Walker was the first person of color to own property in the area around Lyndhurst. Her townhouse in Manhattan on 136th Street, also designed by Tandy, was built "without regard to cost but with considerable regard for good taste," according to a 1917 Literary Digest interview, which estimated her annual income at $250,000 a year (roughly $4.7 million in today’s dollars).”
Villa Lewaro is now home to New Voices Foundation, devoted to cultivating entrepreneurship among women of color.
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