MYTHOLOGY
Straight from the myths and legends of ancient Greece comes ‘’Mythology’’ – the stunning new AW2010 accessories collection from Forget-Me-Not. Inspired by characters whose tales of heroism, romance and
mystery have captured mankind’s imagination across the centuries, designer Coco’s digitally printed, 100% silk scarves and turbans depict scenes straight from the well-loved fantasies of times gone by. Here we see the winged horse Pegasus take flight, whilst the sea goddess Calypso, the god of sleep, Morpheus and the snow nymph, Chione, weave their magic spells on the mortals they treat as mere play things.
As always, the Forget–Me-Not muses appear in the form of delicate female characters depicted in dream-like scenarios. Fine featured and full of mischief, these sylphs are surrounded by winged creatures and fantastical beings including horned beetles, ornate shells and regal birds of prey. Twisted ropes of pearls are entwined through elegant turbans whilst Coco’s unique geometrical abstractions beckon you on a strange journey through her imagination. In a palette of ocean blues, dusty pinks, rich greys and midnight black, each scarf design comes in three colour ways, on which brighter hues are set off against a backdrop of neutral tones to give each composition a beguiling sense of depth. Moreover, with every design meticulously rendered by hand, this latest collection in the highly successful Forget-Me-Not series serves as a covetable extension of designer Coco’s work as a sought after fashion illustrator.
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unique & beautifully handcrafted homewares including handmande and decorative cushions from Forget-me-not
The Sourcebook of Contemporary Illustration features the best contemporary illustrations and illustration techniques from around the world. This cutting-edge anthology from Yaiza Nicolas and Andres Gonzalez Fernandez includes both established and emerging illustrators and hundreds of full-color examples of their artwork, catagorized according to theme and organized in a visual index for quick reference.
Yaiza Nicolas (Author), Andres Gonzalez Fernandez (Author), Alessandro Zanchetta (Author)
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“Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.”- Coco Chanel
Artistic representation of fashion has existed since the dawn of civilization. From the statues of Mesopotamia, the walls of Egyptian pyramids, the master paintings of the Renaissance, the cover of Vogue’s first issue in 1892, and through today, artists have continued to carefully document fashion of the period. Gallery Nucleus is therefore proud to present our first fashion illustration exhibition.
We are privileged to have an international roster featuring established as well as emerging contemporary fashion illustrators. Exhibiting artists working in a variety of mediums from paint, watercolor, ink, textiles and digital media. These artists have worked with designers such as Dior, Jean-Paul Gualtier, and Marc Jacobs just to name a few. They have graced the pages of publications including, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Elle, Nylon and many more. We are pleased to showcase the ever expanding world of fashion illustration that represents the latest trends of our time and captivates the greatest styles that will last forever.
Featured Artists:
Annika Wester
Baiba Ladiga
Bob Peak
Coco Pit
Connie Lim
Eleanor Bowley
Elodie
Erin Petson
Esther Kim
Jarno Kettunen
Laura Laine
Lawrence Noble
Loreto Binvignat Streeter
Monica Velasquez
Naja Conrad Hansen
Ohgushi
Pomme Chan
Robert Tirado
Sandra Suy
Stina Persson
Veronique Meignaud
Line of Style: Fashion Illustration Spanning the Globe
April 3, 2010 – April 26, 2010
Opening Reception / Apr 3, 7:00PM – 10:00PM
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* The very special collection entitled « Nothing to lose, Crocodile! » will be available at Colette from March 1st to April 3rd, 2010
The whole jewelry wardrobe of a true bejeweled woman is made in a whole crocodile skin : loops, circles, squares are cut up with shape cutters to build necklaces, bracelets and earrings. The remaining skin shape is the ultimate jewelry piece to wear around the neck or to hang up to the wall as a «wall jewelry». Pink or emerald crocodile pieces enhanced with cream pearls beads and coppered metal elements questions the «tape-à-l’oeil» concept of luxury designs.
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** BOA0310, 5 meter of rope embroidered with cream pearl beads and Swarovski stones, will be available at Colette from March 1st to April 3rd, 2010
This single jewelry piece has been created especially for the launch of Maia Adam’s book Fashion Jewellery : Catwalk & Couture
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“Wonderland” is the perfect fantasy for the SS 10 season. Inspiration flows from the pages of Lewis Carol’s Alice in Wonderland, from the exquisite illustrations of John Tenniel depicting the fantastical world beyond the rabbit hole, and is recast in a modern light as a collection of digitally printed silk scarves. Each design has been meticulously rendered by hand, and serves as an extension of Coco’s work as a highly coveted fashion illustrator.
The muse finds herself transported in ink into three distinct fantasy worlds, which serve as stages of what must surely be a most marvelous adventure. In one instant she sits amongst an explosion of oversized lilies and musical notes, which swirl around bending bars of sound. In another she stands holding a deck of cards, seemingly beckoning us past a grouping of feathers and flamingos to take a closer look.
The third is a boudoir abstraction of whirling timepieces, mechanisms, and upholstery finishings.
Strong geometric shapes and backgrounds serve as a counterpoint to elegant drawings and swirling realities, giving the sublimely feminine illustrations a stronger, modern appeal. Each scarf design comes in 3 colour ways, in which brighter and more neutral tones are carefully considered and utilized expertly to give each composition a unique appeal.
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Like dodgy Y-fronts and homemade jumpers, socks for Christmas are a sartorial dis that can be hard to forgive. This year, however, a new contender on the hosiery market could be just the thing to banish the humble sock’s bargain basement reputation forever. Embellished with beads, sequins and buttons, Miu Miu’s bejewelled beauties are sure to have fashionistas everywhere writing impassioned letters to Santa. £245.
Like dodgy Y-fronts and homemade jumpers, socks for Christmas are a sartorial dis that can be hard to forgive. This year, however, a new contender on the hosiery market could be just the thing to banish the humble sock’s bargain basement reputation forever. Embellished with beads, sequins and buttons, Miu Miu’s bejewelled beauties are sure to have fashionistas everywhere writing impassioned letters to Santa. £245.
