Ji Lee, creative director at Facebook and formerly Google, has published a book called ‘Word as Image’. The challenge: to create an image out of a word, using only the letters in the word itself. It led to some very creative thinking. Here’s a video to whet your appetite… [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J59n8FsoRLE&feature=player_embedded]
Film
Mechanical Dolls by Tim Walker
Capturing the adorable pairing of Audrey Marnay and Kirsi Pyrhonen, Tim Walker brings his whimsical style to the October issue of Vogue Italia. Styled by Jacob K in quirky looks from the fall collections of Louis Vuitton, Stella McCartney, Alberta Ferretti, Kenzo and others, the mischievous twosome plays dress up complete with pale faces, mustaches … Read More
Arcade Couture: Mise en Dior
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aO87892ptYE] Dior Hits the Jackpot with New Pinball-Inspired Film on the Iconic Pearl Necklace The intricate assemblage of individual metal-capped faux pearls with Lurex thread, chunky links and grosgrain ribbon that make up Christian Dior’s Mise en Dior costume jewelry necklace is playfully re-imagined as a virtual pinball game under the creative direction of Camille Miceli. … Read More
COS with Frieze Art Fair 2011
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlTtzyI9puk] One of my favourite high street stores COS are continuing their support of Frieze with Frame, an area dedicated to the bright young things: galleries that are less than six years old, chosen by Cecelia Alemani and Rodrigo Moura. With their architectural cuts and bold bright saturated colours injected into designs. Directed by Simon Elephant … Read More
YSL Fall/ Winter 2011- 2012 Campaign Video
Here’s the campaign video for YSL’s fall/winter 2011-2012 collection. Filmed by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin. Starring Raquel Zimmermann in 14 outfits in 53 seconds, one of which is actually only a belt, a necklace, and a plushy carpet. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mWj-z2Lw1k&feature=related]
Videos. Vogue US September 2011 Kate Moss Wedding by Mario Testino
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Preview of V’s Elizabeth Taylor tribute
Fancy a sneak peek of what’s in store for Carine Roitfeld’s tribute to Elizabeth Taylor? Then you might want to check out these two videos, released by V Magazine as a preview of the upcoming issue. Various stars of the issue get the Elizabeth Taylor hair and makeup treatment, including a barely recognisable Candice Swanepoel. [vimeo=http://vimeo.com/27541033 w=640&h=450] … Read More
T by Alexander Wang Fall 2011 Campaign video
Hot on the heels of Prabal’s resort 2012 video featuring rapper Rye Rye dancing in the new collection, Alexander Wang has released a feel-good short headlined by another M.I.A.-approved high-octane act—Santigold. The men’s and women’s T by Alexander Wang fall ’11 campaign video features the singer breaking a sweat with one-half of hip-hop group Spank Rock, set to an … Read More
Ciao! Venice. Free People August 2011 Campaign by Guy Aroch
Following up a look at Free People’s Venice adventure with Darla Baker, Marloes Horst goes solo for the retailer’s August catalogue lensed by Guy Aroch. Wearing casual knits, floppy hats and boho style, Marloes spends a day of sightseeing in the relaxed images. [vimeo=http://vimeo.com/26931750 w=640&h=450]
Emporio Armani A/W 2011 Campaign by Mario Sorrenti
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxodZo89zU8&feature=player_embedded] Photographed by Mario Sorrenti, features models Iselin Sterio and Simon Nessman. To bring the campaign to life, Mario Sorrenti has shot a short film starring the two models. Drawing on Giorgio Armani’s love of cinema, this narrative references the aesthetic of film noir, and features an Emporio Armani couple in a contemporary, urban, industrial … Read More