1
2
3
4
5
Coco Chanel once said, “Fashion changes, but style endures.” In 1926 one of Chanel’s classical “Little black dress” called “Ford” graced its launch in Vogue predicting that the dress would become as accessible to all social classes as the iconic Model T. Ever since then, fashion and cars have been intrinsically linked swaying influence on each other. In the more recent years, Alfred Dunhill help create a special edition of the Aston Martin DB7, which includes a built–in humidor .
In the 1960’s both miniskirts and the Mini Cooper exemplify the youthful uprising of a decade. Designer Mary Quant, creator of the miniskirt, launched the Mini Cooper as “a handbag on wheels.” Over the years, Mini has worked with many fashion designers such as Versace, Kenneth Cole, Diane von Furstenburg, Calvin Klein and for 2011, twin brothers Dan and Dean Caten of DSquared2.
In 1972 Dr. Aldo Gucci partnered up with sports wagon, The Hornet to add his trademark signature touch, the green and red stripes. During this time Matador and Javelin SST received attention from Oleg Cassini and Pierre Cardin.
In the 1970’s, Ford jumped on board with several designer editions of the Lincoln Continental Mark V. Designers such as Bill Blass, Cartier, Givenchy and Pucci incorporated their own signature style.
In 2007, Versace created a limited edition 640 horsepower Murcielago, Lamborghini which came with matching driving shoes, gloves and luggage.
6
Launches in 2012 As part of Gucci’s 90th anniversary celebration this year, Gucci’s creative director Frida Giannini is collaborating with Fiat’s design office to customized an iconic Fiat, also known as the Italian, “cinquecento” called Fiat 500 by Gucci. This special edition sports car comes in a glossy black and white lacquer. It has distinctive Gucci elements starting with the iconic green and red stripe, which runs along the exterior and also appears inside on the seats, gearshift, carpet, and seatbelt. The interlocking GG plaques appear on the hubcaps of the rims, and also includes cursive Gucci signature on the sides of the vehicle. Accompanying the exclusive designer car, Gucci created a “When the Fiat 500 first hit the road in the collection of travel fifties it created a style revolution.” says accessories, leather goods, track suits, driving accessories creative director Frida Gianinni. “Gucci’s and sun glasses that will be history has always been about traveling in style sold in select Gucci stores.
so when this collaboration came up, it struck me as the perfect opportunity to create a new modern travel statement.” 7
Waldemar Lorentzon – Boats
Sven Westman – Scenery In The South of France
Isaac Grünewald – The Garden Path The Terrace, Torsten Jovinge
South African blogger, Miss Moss, took her favorite Spring 2012 collection, Kenzo and put them in different sceneries. Each scenery was art work done by famous artists. The Monastery, Menton
8
Collage artist, Damien Blottiere and Pierre Hardy designer of Hermes haute bijouterie partnered with French magazine Les Echos to create exceptional jewelry pieces such as the Centaur ring, white and rose gold 104 carat rings and surreal gem necklaces.
Turkish artist Meric Canatan photographed and illustrated this portrait and sketch series from his iPad. For the shooting he used a popular app, Instagram and for the sketching he used the Sketch app.
9
Every year our favorite place to go during the winter holidays is New York City. New York always has the best events, shows, and parades during this season. If you’re in LA and want to experience a real holiday extravaganza, here is your chance.
For the Flight Dior Couture by Patrick Demarchelier This book is a portfolio of over one hundred iconic gowns from the entire era of Christian Dior haute couture, including dresses designed by Dior himself and those of his successors, Yves Saint Laurent, Marc Bohan, and John Galliano Missoni Travel Pillow Sleep in style with this limited edition Missoni for Target pillow
Madelein Thompson Cashmere Travel Pack
“Travel with style in a nice cashmere travel kit”
iPod Classic Bring some festive holiday spirit to your flight with Christmas music by
10
Pack this seasons Must-Haves on your trip. Don’t be fooled by the Los Angeles sunshine, pack for real winter climate.
COATS
Left to right: Ralph Lauren Black Label, Temperley London, Donna Karen, Diane von Furstenberg, Dappled Jaguar, Gucci
MARC by Marc Jacob Python Print Umbrella
Eugenia Kim Alexander McQueen Gucci 11 Burberry Rain Marina Captains Skull print modal Cashmere-lined & Boots Hat leather glove cashmere scarf
Say Goodbye to Dry Winter Skin!! Dry lips are a given this time of year. Overloading on Chapstick just doesn’t cut it. Exfoliate your lips once a week to get the dead skin off and keep your lips supple
1.
Mix two teaspoons of honey with one teaspoon of brown sugar in a bowl and mix well 2. Add one teaspoon of olive oil in the bowl and let it absorb for a few minutes. 3. Apply to lips and scrub gently around the mouth area. Exfoliate lips twice a day to see results.
Placing black tea bags on your eyes reduces puffiness and under eye circles.
Home remedy for flawless skin: Aspirin has salicylic acid which helps to remove acne and pimples since it is like a chemical peel. The lemon juice has vitamin C and helps minimize sun damage to your skin. Baking soda works great at the end to neutralize the salicylic acid. 1. Mash up 6-12 non-coated aspirins and combine with freshly squeezed lemon juice. 2. Let the aspirin dissolve until it turns into a paste. 3. Apply the mask to your skin and leave it on for 10 minutes. 4. Remove the face mask by dipping a cotton round in some baking soda and some water. 12
Youtube Partners With Stars iPad 3 Launches Early 2012 Google-owned Youtube announced that it Apple plans to begin trial production of the next generation iPad this year with an eye to an early 2012 launch.
The next generation iPad is expected to feature a high resolution 2048-by1536 pixel display compared to the 1024-by-768 display on the iPad 2.
Reports indicate that Apple placed orders for parts for about 1.5 million iPad 3’s in the forth quarter. Fact: Apple sold 9.25 million iPads last quarter.
will be adding over 100 channels of original programming.
This original content includes deals with celebrity partners such as music star Madonna and actor Ashton Kutcher and many more TV personalities and producers. Google reportedly laid out more than $100 million to establish the partnerships. Global head of content partnerships, Robert Kyncl stated that these new channels will have something for everyone to watch, whether you’re a mom, a comedy fan, or sports fanatic. These new channels will provide new life to internet television platforms. These new channels will appear on Youtube later this month with more added 13 through the coming year.
With Lady Gaga at Nokia Theatre
The Unique LA tradeshow happens twice annually in downtown Los Angeles at the California Market Center. The show features 300+ local vendors, open bars, and art.
30 Open Doors Bergamot Station comes alive with a colorful open house in honor of its remarkable past, present and future as the centerpiece of West Coast art. Dior Couture by Patrick Demarchelier Releases in December
Important Modern Art & Design Auction features over 500 lots of exceptional material from a prominent West Coast collection and includes rare examples of modern art and design by iconic 20th century artists.
Griffith Park Light Festival14 All of December
Tiesto Day 1 of the Pacha NYC 6 Year Anniversary Party.
at Damrosch Park in Manhattan Glenda Bailey became Editor in Chief of Harper's Bazaar, she and Creative Director Stephen Gan have carried on the magazine's tradition of publishing high-impact photography. At the International Center of Photography, Manhattan.
The Radio City Christmas Spectacular features the Rockettes.
The Jazz Singer is a touching story about a man striving to define his own life by both abandoning and honoring the love and inheritance of his family.
Spiderman the musical at Foxwood Theatre
The New York City Ballet continues its annual tradition of performing George Balanchine's "The Nutcracker" at Lincoln Center.15
One of our new favorite restaurants this season is Mantee CafĂŠ. This Mediterranean delight really originates back to old Middle Eastern roots. Mantee CafĂŠ is named after a traditional Armenian cuisine of oven-baked ravioli covered in signature garlic yogurt sauce. With a dreamscape backyard patio and charming rustic decor, Mantee Cafe is the new Fashionism HOTSPOT
16
Starters: Toasted pita & sesame dipping sauce
Mantee Menu
Decorated window for ready orders
Specialty HOT FETA
Mantee
What inspired you to open Mantee Café? Well, there are so many Mediterranean cuisines out there in LA but none of which resemble old Armenian of Middle Eastern roots. Mantee Café is not the traditional Kabob and Shawerma restaurant it hits home.
Is there a special recipe you are using that makes your café unique? Yes, I am using my mothers recipe, she was a master at 17 making Mantee
18
19
Madelein Thompson Cashmere Travel Pack Polyvore $205
Amazon $9.99
Ralph Lauren Net-A-Porter $3,500
iPod Classic Apple Stores $249
Dior Couture by Patrick Demarchelier Releases in December
Missoni Travel Pillow eBay 15.00
Diane von Furstenberg Polyvore $1070
Gucci Cashmere-lined leather glove Net-A-Porter $375
Donna Karen Net-A-Porter $4,800
Dappled Jaguar Mink Coat Polyvore $21,995
Burberry Rain Boots Net-A-Porter $225
Amazon $9.99
MARC by Marc Jacob Python Print Umbrella Net-A-Porter $60
Gucci Net-A-Porter $2,590 Eugenia Kim Marina Captains Hat Barney’s $245
Temperley London Net-A-Porter $3,210 Alexander McQueen Skull print cashmere scarf Net-A-Porter 20 $445
21
www.fashionism.com