Dress According to Destination

Today, going to the beach with a friend and her sister's dogs I decided to dress according to the seas blue colour. Since we were not planning to swim since it is still chilly, especially near the shore with the current and winds, light colours for less heat absorption with long sleeves were practical, especially for looking after the dogs. Therefore a blue button-up denim top and my white jeans with a pair of white converse with blue/red line details were perfect! I had considered sandals but walking in the dunes, especially in the fields would have not been appropriate nor comfortable. Having the colours, I blend just enough in the scenery without being obscured by the environment. Dressing for the occasion according to your destination hence is a great way to look fabulous, even more so in pictures!

British Designs

Today was a great day to explore past British fashions from the mid-1900s onwards at the Victoria & Albert Museum in South Kenningston, London. Famous works produced by Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood were to be observed. Being very sneaky, I was able to take pictures of the displays though I got told twice that cameras were not allowed. Many idols of the time included The Beatles, David Bowie and Bon Jovi of whom played a role in changing fashion with their patch leather jackets, fringe, and even make-up..! A great exhibition to visit for all interested in 'British Design - 1948-2012'!

Exhibition: http://www.vam.ac.uk/content/exhibitions/exhibition-british-design

Carol McNicoll 1943 for Brian Eno

Gold Lame worn by Marc Bolan 1970s

Vivienne Westwood & Malcolm McLaren

Queen Elizabeth II Dress, Paris 1957

Harris Tweed & Tartan, Vivienne Westwood 

Antony Price 1946 for Bryan Ferry

John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2000

Hussein Chalayan Tulle Dress 2011

Alexander McQueen Fall 2009

Hussein Chalayan Video Dress 2007

British Tailoring

Dresses 1980s & 90s

Outfit #2

This is my second outfit in regard to the post on denim! Jeans are probably what I wear most when it comes to the textile. And basically no further! Nonetheless, it did not stop me from finding a great denim button-up shirt from Esprit. Though the inspiring quote "this moment is your life" sewn on probably gravitated me more to purchase, the shirt remains an iconic piece. Personally however, dressing full-on denim I find distasteful unless it is of different dye (color). Same as for bib overalls, in my opinion tacky or for the farm, a mismatch to trends nowadays. As for spring and summer, this was my improvisation of denim according to my style (with different colored pieces). 

Cotton Denim Button-up Shirt, €29.99, Esprit, store Den Haag

White Jeans, Guess?, store London 

All Star Sneakers, Converse, Pro store Den Haag

Can also viewed at: Lookbook.nu (online daily fashion photoblog)

Power of Denim

Denim were first worn by American gold miners and cowboys of the Midwest. It was an ideal fabric for its sturdiness and long durability. Moreover, it maintained its color without risks of wearing out. In the 60s and 70s, it started becoming a flair thanks to the universal brand Levis founded in 1853 by Leob Strauss. From regular blue jeans, denim rapidly transcended into other attires such as jackets and shirts in the 80s. Ultimately, demand boomed leading to other renowned designers to join the competitive market. Present day, jeans are still a popular grab! And for the most part, other denim pieces as well! Inevitably, denim was spotted within a few of the 2012 spring/summer collections!

Vivienne Westwood

Acne

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