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C’mon Kimono
From the runway to the streets, kimonos are making a statement in a big way. Many designers grew inspiration from the orient for their Spring 13 collections by embracing kimono silhouettes with strong...
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Intergalactic Fantasy
Ever since French designer Thierry Mugler made his fashion debut, he's been known as the king of structure and unearthly glamour. From cyber-chic metallics and body-con dresses to his exaggerated,...
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René Gruau: The Master of Fashion Illustration
Primarily known for his colorful and full of life illustrations of women, René Gruau revolutionized the fashion world with his skill and creativity. From the 1940's to the 80's he worked with many...
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The Golden Age of Art Deco
Art Deco is an artistic movement that began in the 1920s and developed into a major style in western Europe and the United States during the 1930s. Inspired by ancient Egyptian and Aztec Indian...
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Sister Act: The Dodge Sisters
Many sisters acts came out during the 1920's, emerging from early vaudeville acts and working their way into cinema. One act that made a lasting effect were twins, Betty and Beth Dodge "The Dodge...
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The Surreal Life
Designer Elsa Schiaparelli (1890–1973) is not only known as Coco Chanel's greatest rival, but also as one of the most creative couturières of the 1930s and 40s. Ahead of her time in many ways,...
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My Baby Shot Me Down
Erwin Blumenfeld (1897-1969) is commonly referred to as the most influential photographer of the 21st century. Finding his passion at an early age, Blumenfield took his very first photograph, a still...
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Muse Moment: Girl Groups
We all have a favorite band but there's something about an all girl group of musicians that's hard to resist. The following female acts have not only made an impact with their memorable tunes but also...
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Beyond Time and Space
German fashion photographer F. C. Gundlach defined the look of early postwar fashion photography. For more than four decades, Gundlach created a style that fused model, clothing, and background into a...
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Who’s That Guy?
French photographer Guy Bourdin has become one of the most mythical and influential fashion photographers of our time. His dark, stylized work is is richly colorful with seductive and surrealistic...
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Space Age Visionary
One of the most recognizable names in fashion, Pierre Cardin has been designing elegant and avant-garde creations for over half a century. Born in a small town in Italy in 1922, Cardin made a name for...
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Style Icons of the Fifties
GRACE KELLY Grace Kelly's acting career began on Broadway before she made her debut on the silver screen in 1951. With deep blue eyes and a porcelain face, Kelly epitomized the poised but understated...
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Muse Moment: Sophia Loren
Dark hair, striking green cat eyes, voluptuous figure; these are just a few ingredients that make Italian silver screen siren Sophia Loren such a timeless beauty. Over the years she has become a...
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Stars and Stripes
It's Independence Day! Whether you’re having a mellow night or letting loose at an epic party, the best way to get in the mood is by wearing the classic red, white and blue combo. In the past, many...
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Sting Like a Bee
Scottish designer Bill Gibb is remembered for his unexpected, playful approach to fashion and incredibly made, whimsical designs. In 1962 at the age of 19, Gibb left northern Scotland and moved...
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Muse Moment: Peggy Moffitt
Ever since she first burst onto the scene as German designer Rubi Gernreich's model and muse, Peggy Moffitt has been the poster girl for bold, daring, avant garde fashion. Born in Hollywood,...
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Somewhere In Time
Clifford Coffin revolutionized the art of fashion photography by straightforwardly emphasizing the beauty of his models and the clothing they wore. His photos have become some of the most elegant and...
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Muse Moment: Brigitte Bardot
French actress Brigitte Bardot has become just as beloved for her sun kissed, nautical, blonde bombshell style as she is for her acting career. Born on September 28, 1934, in Paris, France, Bardot...
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The Beat Goes On
Cecil Beaton is remembered not only for his striking portraits of celebrities and fashion editorials, but also his spectacular set and costume designs. Born in London in 1904, Beaton received a camera...
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Forever Blowing Bubbles
In the Spring of 1963, twenty one year old photographer Melvin Sokolsky shot this iconic Bubble photo series for Harper’s Bazaar. Sokolsky was inspired by a re-occurring dream he had after becoming...
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