2007-2019 Daily excerpts of new fashion, culture, lifestyle, activism and women's news posts. Continues on current AOC Daily.
Models Binx Walton and Hiandra Martinez join forces in a sexy, tailored looks fashion and lingerie editorial styled by Haley Wollens. Pierre-Ange Carlotti is behind the lens for 'Fashion Underground' for Purple Fashion S/S 2018./ Set designer Jesse Kaufmann
Janelle Monae Channels Hitchcock In 'Noir Town' By Jordan Peele For W Magazine Voll 2 2018
Talent Janelle Monae is styled by Sara Moonves in 'Noir Town", lensed by 'Get Out' director and writer Jordan Peele for W Magazine Vol. 2 2018./ Hair by Nikki Nelms; makeup by Dick Page
The scene according to W: A private investigator is standing in a clock tower taking photographs of a parade. She is a woman, played by Janelle Monae, searching for clues to a murder. As the detective stares through the lens, she begins to realize that one of the bystanders on the ground looks exactly like her. Then she sees another identical face. And another. Suddenly, the sea of potential suspects are visions of herself. Are these women good? Are they evil? And why are these twinlike alter egos haunting her? “I wanted to create a Hitchcock moment that doesn’t really exist in a Hitchcock film,” explained Peele.
Peele, who was standing on the fourth floor of the abandoned Palace movie theater in downtown Los Angeles, had constructed a scenario that paid homage to the mystery and intrigue of Hitchcock masterpieces like 'Vertigo' and 'Psycho'. Just as 'Get Out' is Peele’s subverted and original take on unsettling classics like 'Rosemary’s Baby' and 'The Stepford Wives', 'Noir Town' replaces Hitchcock’s uniformly white protagonists with a woman of color.
Rianne van Rompaey & Adwoa Aboah Are Lensed By Luca Guadagnino For W Magazine #2 2018
Models Rianne Van Rompaey and Adwoa Aboah are styled by Sara Moonves as poignant, prairie girl princesses of the modern age. Photographer Luca Guadagnino captures the drained, empty gazes that speak loudly for W Magazine #2 2018./ Makeup by Dick Page; hair by Akki
The beautiful Isabeli Fontana graces the March 2018 cover of Elle Italia's March 2018 issue. Gilles Bensimon flashes the glittering, sensual casual looks styled by Alberto Zanoletti.
Rocio Ramos Flashes Ymre Stiekema In 'Cinco Estrellas' For Elle Spain March 2018
Elle Spain's senior stylist Sylvia Montoliu chooses good-time fashion looks with plenty of glitz for 'Cinco Estrellas'. Model Ymre Stiekema shows off the femme extravagance in images by Rocio Ramos for the March 2018 issue.
Inez & Vinoodh Shoot A Lineup Of Fierce, Activist Model Portraits For i-D Spring 2018
An all-star model lineup mixing icons and women on the move, brings together (in order) Doutzen Kroes, Anja Rubik, Adwoa Aboah, Christy Turlington, a pregnant Cameron Russell, Dara Allen, Hanne Gaby, Liya Kebede, Paloma Elsesser and Teddy Quinlivan, styled by Alasdair McKimm. Photographer duo Inez & Vinoodh are in the studio for I-D Magazine Spring 2018, the Radical Issue. All 10 voices are featured, so read on.
Daphne Groeneveld Is Captured By Agata Pospieszynska For Harper's Bazaar Russia March 2018
Top model Daphne Groeneveld is styled by Svetlana Vashenyak in Agata Pospieszynska sun-kissed images for Harper's Bazaar Russia February 2018./ Makeup by Marie Thomsen; hair by Mirka Hajdova
David Bellemere Reminds Me Why I'm An American Woman Charmed But Not Seduced By French Men
I am so disgusted with photographer David Bellemere tonight, that I regret having written such positive words about his sensual images over the years. AOC is probably one of the most beautiful repositories of his work on the Internet.
Even though I come out of the Victoria's Secret organization, this ardent feminist was circumspect in writing about the recent Lui magazine controversy between VS Angel Sara Sampaio and Bellemere. Sampaio might even accuse me of siding with Bellemere, in spite of my expressed neutrality, and I would understand her accusation.
The #MeToo movement had broken in America by the end of October when Sara Sampaio took issue with her photographic experience with David Bellemere, and I listed a few #MeToos of my own that are quite serious as sexual assault experiences go. The memories have never doused my appreciation for men, although I no longer tolerate nonsense -- only because life is too short, and I am a lovely woman in every aspect.
At this moment I am so angry with David Bellemere, I will have to sleep on my response to his comments to WWD about the explosive Boston Globe story on sexual harassment and aggression among fashion photographers. Bellemere is named in a detailed, front page story that has already impacted his career. I note, though, that VS ended their relationship with Bellemere over complaints about his behavior from the models and Angels, many of whom also consider themselves to be feminists. It's not a word we throw around, but we will all use it especially in this #MeToo moment.
I am using the word 'feminist' because Bellemere has used it. He has dropped the gauntlet, and so will I. There will be no neutrality now on my attitude about David Bellemere. His comments brought back a night in my life and an essay I wrote several years ago about my limited experiences with French men -- which have never been favorable in a romantic sense.
These are Bellemere's comments, published in WWD, that have really pissed me off. I will continue this dialogue after some reflections.
“There is due process. We have something called justice here. We have been walking on it since the [beginning] of the story of humanity. We are not savages in the Middle Ages. If you have any proof, you bring the proof,” Bellemere said. “Today if a feminist says, ‘He’s guilty,’ everybody is going to believe he’s guilty.”
At 45, the twice-divorced photographer pointed to his middle-age status and said he doesn’t own anything. “They are destroying people. They are destroying lives. My [15-year-old] daughter is crying. It’s too much. I’m going to lose everything. I’m not like Patrick Demarchelier or all of those (older) guys who have a career that is finished."
Bellemere makes the suggestion that the photographer not be alone with the model -- which I think is a good idea. At the end of the shoot, he proposes that everyone sign a report that everyone was well-behaved. The objective would be to “prove that all as been done under respect or without misbehavior,” Bellemere said (to WWD). “This is to avoid lies and problems. We have to sit around the table and write it down together. I want this war to end between feminists and the industry. We are wasting too much talent.”
In all my time in the fashion industry, in all the sad experiences I've had with men -- ones Bellemere probably agrees with, like the experience I narrate below -- I have never been so goddess-damned resentful of a statement. I have championed male photographers for a decade, including David Bellemere, although working with female photographers is so much easier. But for him to condemn feminism and the #MeToo movement -- which suggests he has no problem with the Harvey Weinsteins of the world -- that is a reflection of the masculine arrogance and self-importance that has launched what is a seismic #MeToo movement.
In reality, these utterly stupid and self-destructive comments by Bellemere about feminism and our failure to understand and nourish creative talent suggests that he has a Pablo Picasso complex. Well, I'm not having it one minute longer from David Bellemere and I regret the mountains of praise that I've heaped on him for a decade. ~ Anne
I’m not one of those American women who throws herself on the sidewalks of Paris, saying “please, please like me, mighty Parisians.” But it is true that France has always inspired me in what I wish America could be more of — a country with a passion for living well in mind, body and with beauty. As a key executive with Victoria’s Secret for 10 years, lastly as the head of product development and then fashion director, I’ve long embraced France’s approach to living in touch with one’s senses.
Top model Malgosia Bela is joined by Ben Allen in Paul Smith's Spring Summer 2018 womenswear campaign, shot in the south of France.
Bannon Promises That Feminism, Not Toxic Masculinity, Is Responsible For America's Demise
The mere fact that Harper's Bazaar would feature an article on the topic of toxic masculinity tells you the degree to which the female mindset in America is changing. Even the fashion industry is concerned about toxic masculinity. Oh yes. The Trump male posse can descend on us -- throwing stink bombs and calling us libtards -- but the facts are the facts in their non-factual universe. The jigs up, gentlemen.
When Trump was elected, Mr. Brexit Nigel Farage proclaimed: "The alpha males are back." That may be so, but large numbers of alpha males -- are the very definition of toxic masculinity -- and it's a masculinity that kills, no matter how the alt-right dresses it up.
More than other countries in the developed world, the American culture worships men with guns. They are conquerors of 'weaker men' and women are eager to have sex with them. In reality, men who commit mass shootings do not have the respect of the larger culture, but their "catastrophic sense of male entitlement" gives them admiration in their own equally toxic communities.
Sea Goddess Candice Swanepoel Reveals Tropic of C Swimsuit Collection
Supermodel and Victoria's Secret Angel Candice Swanepoel presides over the launch of her debut swimwear collection named Tropic of C. The bodies are beautifully structured with widespread sizzle but also body-flattering designs. Photographer Jerome Duran flashes the retro silhouettes against a glorious, natural turk & Caicos backdrop that reveals Candice as the sea goddess she is.
Model Blanca Padilla is a perfect heroine of this enchanting, smile-worthy (especially if you love pink flamingos) haute couture presentation styled by Agnès Poulle. Photographer Esther Haase captures the parfait-colored extravagance as 'Alchimie Couture' for Madame FigaroFebruary 16, 2018./ Hair by Maxime Macé; makeup by Topolino
Top model Barbara Palvin simmers, styled by Jan Kralicek in naughty and nice black leather and fishnet looks. Branislav Simoncik flashes the GQ Portugal February 2018 star, who is also featured in the SI 2018 Swimsuit issue.
Eye: Scandebergs Captures 'The Goddard Family' & Edie Campbell For Vogue US March 2018
British designer Molly Goddard (seated) had a small mess on her hands four years ago, with her academic career at Central Saint Martins stalled in a fatal downwards spiral. A devoted boyfriend persuaded her "to take one more stab at it", writes Lynn Yaeger for Vogue US. In a lightening flash, Molly's younger sister Alice was in charge of styling. Her parents were assigned staging, and that included mumSarah Edwards who is a set designer. “Really, we just threw a party—all my girlfriends were there, with my dresses over their jeans,” Molly Goddard says, laughing.
Dover Street Market was in the house that night -- it helps to have influential friends in high places. The result was an order for 86 pieces of Goddard's oversize tulle frocks and being crowned the winner of the 2016 British Emerging Talent Award.
London delivered its predictable grey drizzle for Burberry's Christopher Bailey's final collection on February 17, 2018, after 17 years with the iconic brand. Vogue's Sarah Mower sat down with Bailey for a poignant talk about his past, present and future. Bailey also spoke with Elizabeth Paton of the NY Times.
Bailey dedicated his final collection to LGBTQ rights, ending his Burberry reign under a rainbow coalition of colored lights and a limited-edition rainbow-coated version of the iconic signature Burberry plaid. Three important charities -- The Trevor Project,The Albert Kennedy Trust, and the ILGA -- dedicated to LGBTQ rights worldwide are beneficiaries of the event.
In a statement to WWD, Bailey explained: “My final collection here at Burberry is dedicated to — and in support of — some of the best and brightest organizations supporting LGBTQ youth around the world. There has never been a more important time to say that in our diversity lies our strength, and our creativity.”
Andreas Novotna Captures Linda Novotna In Western Lover Looks For Elle Czech March 2018
Model Linda Novotna looks west, styled by Radka Sirkova in urban cowgirl looks lensed by Andreas Ortner for ELLE Czech March 2018./ Hair by Martin Tyl; makeup by Hristina Georgievska
Paolo Roversi Flashes Rianne Van Rompaey In Romantic Sobriety For AnOther Magazine S/S 2018
Model Rianne Van Rompaey is styled by Robbie Spencer in black magic looks lensed by Paolo Roversi for AnOther Magazine Spring/Summer 2018./ Hair by Jawara; makeup by Hiromi Ueda
Kris Grikaite Wears Alexander McQueen, Lensed By Mario Sorrenti For AnOther Magazine SS 2018
Rising Russian model Kris Grikaite is styled by Robbie Spencer in Alexander McQueen's spring collection. Photographer Mario Sorrenti is behind the lens for AnOther Magazine Spring/Summer 2018./ Hair by Recine; makeup by Diane Kendal
In what is becoming a fashion industry #MeToo moment, The Boston Globe released their investigation of sexual assault and misconduct accusations against at least 25 photographers, agents, stylists, and casting directors including Patrick Demarchelier, David Bellemere, Greg Kadel, Seth Sabal, Karl Templer and more.
Models offering testimony include Abbey Lee, RJ King, Myla Dalbesio, Chloe Hayward and more prominent names in the industry.
One of the industry's most prominent voices Coco Rocha told the Globe's Spotlight team that when she refused to get naked on the set at age 16, the photographer replaced her with a girl younger and more obedient. Months later, another famous photographer simulated an orgasm as he took her picture.
On her first test shoot at age 15, Dasha Alexander said the photographer held the camera in one hand and digitally penetrated her with his other. The move would make the pictures more "raw" and "sensual". I find this move laughable because a woman's sensuality is much more innate. If anything, the photographer would inspire raw fear -- unless the model was in full agreement with the gesture. If the photographer didn't ask her in advance about this digital penetration, he is guilty of sexual assault.
Tess Hellfeuer Gets Sunny, Lensed By Baard Lunde For Glamour Italia February 2018
Model Tess Hellfeuer is styled by Valentina Di Pinto in warm weather sophistication with artisan details. Photographer Baard Lunde throws light on the new season for Glamour Italia February 2018./ Hair by Lucalazzaro; makeup by Silvana Belli
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Finally A Few Words From Nancy Pelosi
Nancy Pelosi’s Battle Plan: Jobs, Exposing Tea Party Extremists to Voters The Daily Beast
“I haven’t seen a poll yet that says, ‘Don’t tax the rich, we don’t want jobs, we just want to deal with this debt first, second, last, and always.’”
As Democrats move to portray Republicans as reckless extremists bent on destroying government, she articulates the problem this way: