"ROCKLAND"

Er et af Montreal´s utallige shoppingcentre. For her shopper man altså igennem.

Sådan virker det i hvert fald i forhold til hvad jeg er vant til. Men der bor jo også omkring 3 millioner mennesker her, så vareudvalget er unægtelig også noget større.

Større displays,

mere fantasifulde displays,

Flere seje sko, her fra D&G.

Titlen siger vist alt, understreget af en Bh-juledekoration.

JEAN VOIGT EXHIBITION

Modebillede fra Jean Voigts Fantastic Look kollektion 1984.

Stor retrospektiv udstilling med Jean Voigts kostumer og kunst er åbnet 6. november på Textilforum  i Herning. Samtidig udgiver hans samlever og muse, Maria Sander en biografi om Jean Voigt.

Jean Voigt (1940-1996), levede et meget intenst liv. Han var uddannet skrædder i Magasin og arbejdede som ung for Balenciaga og Pierre Cardin i Paris.
Han havde egen salon i København fra 1962-67, men  arbejdede også som kostumier, modeskaber og kunstner. I 1980´erne havde han sit eget modehus en kort årrække .

De sidste år tilbragte han på Herregården Rosenlund på Lolland, hvor han havde sit atelier.
Jean Voigt døde af aids, 56 år gammel.

Udstillingen kan ses indtil den 20 marts 2011.

CLIENT DISCRETION

Photo: Horst, part of original

Is a matter of course, as well as confidence and respect. Just for you to know - I am only showing pictures here on my blog, with the permission of models and customers of course.

As a starting point, I am open for any inquiry. But I am not doing whatever at any price. I reserve the right to decline a commission, if I don´t agree with the idea or design.

Mostly for my own sake, but for the customers as well.

AMAZING GRACE

Of course it´s the singer/performer Grace Jones, I am referring to. Not the song amazing Grace. I was just associating with Amazing Lace, an articel by Suzy Menkes about one of the trends right now.

But do you remember Grace Jones from the 80´ies ?

I was a big fan and still listens to her songs from time to time. They still hold up to this day I think. Apart from that, I was very inspired by her looks and attitude.

Grace Jones was born in 1948 on Jamaica, but moved to Syracuse, New York with her family in 1965. She is a model, sanger and actress as well. She was discovered by and in a relation with the stylist, Jean-Paul Goude in  a number of years.

Together they created her very strong image, that with the music, made her famous and an Icon for those years. 
I am sure that Annie Lennox and Lady Gaga for example are some of the singers that was inspired by her.

BLACK SILHOUETTES

Dressing up in black is always an easy option. 

But be careful how you do it. Black sends various signals. You can look very sexy, dangerous, casual, intellectual or even boring if you don´t want to bother. 

If you choose black consciously, it is always a god idea to mix different silhouettes and stuctures of fabric to gain a more dynamic look. Some of your items could be partly transparent, you could mix shiny and matte, silk with velour and so on. 

Accessories could also help to make you stand out. Here are a few examples of some designs, that shows different silhouettes, just for inspiration.

Designs and photo: John Frantsen

THE CUSTOMER-RELATION

If you like me are working with all aspects of fashion, right from the idea/design and pattern-making to the execution of the final product, it is very important to be aware of what kind of customer you are targeting.

My customers are primarily very style- and quality-conscious women, that knows what they want and don´t compromise on quality and fit.

On the other hand, it is also important that the customer knows who they are dealing with and what they will get when they approach me. That is why I am writing this !

My passion is to realize your dreams and fantasies for the big moments in life. By creating something unique, I am putting my mark on and contributing to making your day one to remember.

The foundation for all my creations is my design-philosophy, that I have developed through time. My ongoing creativity via inspiration, that I have got through all kinds of impressions and experiences.

The mark of my creations are conscious design, a perfect fit and good quality, that I find of equal importance, all together to enhance your style and personality.

In reality, creating is a way of communicating and expressing yourself. I am doing what I am, because I can´t help it. Of course I hope that you are able to appreciate and like it.

When all comes to all, it is really a matter of taste, to be conscious about yourself and your surroundings.

If you can relate, you probably found the right guy. I am looking forward to meet you and help you out.

THE SPARKLING TOP

This top, made out of sequins-fabric is a real show-stopper and party item for any season.

It is not the easiest fabric to work with though. I choose to simplify the cut as much as possible, since the fabric itself is quite effect full.

After a few trials, the result turned out like you see here. Basically the top is made out of three squares in different sizes, with an open back and a deep cowl in the front. Luckily she liked it.

 

 

Client and model: Magdalena

Photos: John Frantsen

COUTURE SALE

Cocktail-dress and photo by John Frantsen

I have an offer that is worth considering, if you are just missing the dress for the upcoming Holiday- and New Years parties or maybe is getting married the coming year,

If you order a dress here in December, I can offer you 20% off. All you have to do is to make an appointment, be measured and pay a deposit. Then we will find out what you want, together.

Are you prepared yourself and recommend this offer, you can save 10% next time you need something for a special occasion. This offer is only valid during December.