patterns on fabric, patterns on skin

One of my all-time favourite editorials, always so inspiring to see the clash of vibrancy work with patterns, textures, print & ink; all tied together with strong hair and makeup. There's not much more I can say, the pictures and drop-dead stunning faces do the talking.

Editorial images: 'Vogue Patterns' Vogue Italia Dec 07/Steven Meisel/Hanne Gaby Odiele, Kinga Razjak, Lara Stone, Maryna Linchuck, Meghan Collison (isight)

Source of most other images: curiousphotos

Makes me want to book in and get more work done now!

neon lollipop lace

I love how the styling, beauty & photography come together in this artistic, twisted-elegant shoot. The colours, fabrics, layers of frilled trim, lace, cut-outs, stars & tribal influences combine for an eyeful. Thanks to Magdalena's poise - devil in an angel's disguise - and the incredible makeup the look is kept 'just' in the realm of (fantastic) reality.

Editorial images: Beauty in Vogue Italia Apr '11/Richard Burbridge/ Robbie Spencer (stylist)/Magdalena Frackowiak (fashiongonerogue)

The great thing about the beauty in this editorial is just how easily each makeup combination can be applied to an everyday or evening look. Here the makeup direction grounds yet complements the outrageous styling, in real life looks like this can really lift an outfit and your mood. The key I think is the boldly lined & winged upper lash line in deep black, with a thin line carried to half-way along under the bottom lash line. Thick yet defined lashes a must, as are well groomed & defined brows. And for the rest, play with some complementary colour! Ah, if only I was able to apply false lashes.

My fave two pics: the first and last, love how the lace framing the face & her frozen features appear so collage-like. If you watch the video link below you will see these 'masks' attached to Magdalena's head as she models. So fascinating & you gain a real appreciation for the work & creativity behind the scenes.

Video:

Beauty in Vogue Italia Apr '11

still noir

'Starring: Amber Valletta' Vogue Italia March 11/Craig McDean/Edward Enninful (stylist)/Amber Valletta (fashiongonerogue)

W 2004/Michael Thompson/Julianne Moore (tfs)

'Out Of The Past'/1947/Jacques Tourneur
(Jane Greer)

'Out Of The Past'

'Detour'/1945/Edgar G. Ulmer
(Ann Savage)

Other editorial images: 'Lady Be Good' Vogue US March 11/Steven Klein/Camilla Nickerson (stylist)/Amber Valletta (fashiongonerogue)

I love the tense dramatic mood each over-saturated shot in 'Lady Be Good' captures. Inspired by Alfred Hitchcock the editorial certainly has a haunting sense of suspense. The classic styling looks so easy & chic and could easily inspire a modern work wardrobe. Amber Valletta also plays the siren in the Vogue Italia shot, I'm feeling the retro beauty.