Oooh! Check out the new film stills available on Fashionologie from Audrey Tautou's upcoming movie on Coco Chanel called "Coco Avant Chanel" (due out May 2009 in France). Karl Lagerfeld did the costumes! [ via NY Mag ]
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Fashion Inside Out: Daniel V's Guide to How Style Happens from Inspiration to Runway and Beyond by Daniel Vosovic
Pre-Order on Amazon ($19.77, available Oct 28th)
Daniel Vosovic's Web Site
Daniel Vosovic's Project Runway Blog
This interview is an excerpt of my interview with Daniel V on the CRAFT Blog.
I think most of you know by now how much of a Project Runway junkie I am. My favorite season has to be Season 2, since that's how I've come to know over the years Diana Eng and Chloe Dao. Now, I am extra excited to get a chance to talk to another Project Runway Season 2 alum, fashion designer Daniel Vosovic. Daniel's got a brand new fashion book due out next Tuesday, October 28th aptly titled, Fashion Inside Out: Daniel V's Guide to How Style Happens from Inspiration to Runway and Beyond. First off, the book is beautifully designed with gorgeous photography. Yet, it's more than just a book to look through -- it's really a comprehensive guide on how to create your own fashions -- from inspiration and design, to the technical process of pattern-making and sewing, and finally selling your work to a client and taking it down the runway. Interspersed in the book are Q&A's from industry professionals too. I love the many tips that Daniel adds throughout the book from drawing croquis to great pressing techniques for various fabrics. My favorite section if I had to choose, is "The Execution: Creating a Garment" where he discusses the "rub-off" technique -- a way to create patterns for your garment with out having to start from scratch. You'll also learn a lot about draping, something I've been interested in knowing more about for a long time. I could go on and on about this book but you'll just need to see it for yourself! There's really never been such a fashion design book like this before. It's an inspirational guide + reference book that will help any crafty fashionista take their design and sewing skills to the next level.
Natalie: Your new book, Fashion Inside Out, is one of the most comprehensive books on the fashion design process I've ever read. What was the inspiration behind writing it?
Daniel: A huge inspiration was the fact that I had never seen anything else like it on bookshelves... anywhere. Having gone through years of structured design education, I was taught many things by many different designers and professors, but a lot of my education focused more on technique, rather than how to harness an actual idea and growing it from there. Without getting too philosophical, I wanted to provoke people into creating something solely from an idea's conception, or at least showing them how I do it.
Natalie: How do you find inspiration before you design a collection?
Daniel: I have to sort of turn a visual and mental valve in my head on and off. I wish I could wander around month after month simply spitting ideas out left and right, or scribbling in my notebook, but eventually I reach a time in the design process where I need to "shut it off" and focus on moving the design forward.
Natalie: If you could narrow it down to two, what in your opinion are the key sewing or production techniques that every aspiring designer should know?
Daniel: Knowing how to alter/check your own patterns for necessary alterations: armhole ease, cap adjustment, twisting seams, etc. Also, knowing how to use a seam ripper properly - I couldn't live without mine when I first began haha!
Natalie: How would you describe your experience being on Project Runway?
Daniel: Exhausting but fruitful. If anything, at least I can sit down 30 years from now and have amazing memories documented of a very intense experience in my life.
Natalie: Are there any new or upcoming projects you are working on that you can share with us?
Daniel: Aside from working on this book since June 2007 and heading out on a national book tour, launching a successful clothing line for over 150 NYLO Hotels that consists of sleek men's and women's separates as well as a handbag & luggage line, the continued groundwork of my own label (launching soon!), the occasional dress for young Hollywood, collaborating with different TV shows like Lipstick Jungle, weekly blogs on bravotv.com and of course the obligatory dress for a family member or friend in need... no, that's about it. :)
I'm just anxious to get back into a design room and get this book in your hands already!
Read more of Daniel's answers here at the CRAFT Blog where he answers questions from CRAFT magazine readers and enter your change for a FREE copy of Fashion Inside Out (Deadline for giveaway is Saturday, Noon PST).
Tonight on at 10pm E/P on the Sundance Channel, don't miss ICONOCLASTS featuring Stella McCartney and artist Ed Ruscha, exchanging ideas about fashion, art and their respective industries. Both push the boundaries of art and fashion, and here is a rare glimpse into their respective worlds. McCartney was one of the first fashion designers to promote eco-fashion (before organic was "hip) and Rucha pushed the boundaries of art, most notably incorporating words and phrases into photography during the Pop Art movement. I can't wait to watch this tonight!
This is a great video clip of Stella McCartney discussing her organic materials in her fashion line to Ed Ruscha.
Here's also another clip of the two of them discussing the differences and similarities in their respective industries.
Congratulations to Leanne who won Season 5 of Project Runway! After watching the show last night and seeing her collection stroll fluidly down the runway, she definitely was the obvious choice. Even though I really did love Korto's collection and thought she was going to win based off the photos. Leanne's detailed work really couldn't be missed and each piece fit into her concept. I also agree with Nina in that she designed different pieces from a gown, to a skirt, short, and pants. She showed variety of what she could do. You can watch the recap photos and videos for the finale part 2 on the Bravo site.
This was my favorite dress from Leanne's collection. The chiffon moved in soft waves as the model walked and I liked the subtle effect.
You can see all of her collection here.
Here's a recap video of the finale show.
Also check out the Etsy's Spotlight with Leanne and her Etsy picks.
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I'll be interviewing former Project Runway contestant and fashion designer Daniel Vosovic later this month on the Craftzine.com about his new book Fashion Inside Out: Daniel V's Guide to How Style Happens from Inspiration to Runway and Beyond. The book is a comprehensive guide on how to create fashion -- from inspiration and design, to the technical process of pattern-making and sewing, and finally selling your work to a client and taking it down the runway. Interspersed in the book are Q&A's from industry professionals too! There's never been such a book like this before so I'm really excited that it will be out soon.
He's agreed to take questions from readers so go to the post on Craftzine and add your question by Monday, October 6th at Noon PST.
A lot of you have been asking me when the Coco Chanel movie that was on Lifetime will air again. I've been trying to find out myself for all of you. Thanks to commenter groaker who found out that Lifetime put the whole movie up online. It's in 25 min segments so it's perfect to catch at your desk for lunch or at your leisure. Just click the link below!
Watch Now: Coco Chanel Lifetime Movie
You can also buy the Coco Chanel movie on iTunes for just $3.99.
Update 11/28/08: Looks like the movie isn't offered for free online anymore. But you can still buy it on iTunes.
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Our favorite fashionista Gwyneth Paltrow travels to Spain with chef Mario Batali to explore the food and scenery of Spain in the upcoming PBS series, Spain...On the Road Again. The first episode of this 13 part series is said to premiere the week of September 20th, so check your local PBS listings for the right day and time. Also, it looks like they also have a iTunes download so if your local station isn't picking it up, you can pick it up yourself as an iTunes download.
Apparently Gwennie was an exchange student in Spain during high school and can speak fluent Spanish. Along with 2 other friends, food writer Mark Bittman and Spanish actress Claudia Bassols, the four of them uncover the most amazing food.
Watch this video preview to check out what the show will be like. It looks like a fun series to watch this fall. You can also read Gwyneth's interview with Bon Appetit about the show and Spanish food.
This just in: Catch Gwyneth on Oprah today along with Mario Batali. The video should be up later today on their site. (Thanks Chrissa for the tip!)
Don't miss tonight's Coco Chanel movie on Lifetime tonight starring Shirley McLaine as the older Coco.
The movie times are as follows:
8pm and 11pm for ET and PT
7pm and 10pm for CT
6pm and 9pm for MT
9/25 Update: You can watch the entire movie online or buy it off iTunes. Read this post to find out more!
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Coco Chanel Movie Starring Shirley McLaine to Premiere on Lifetime Sept 13
While we are all eagerly awaiting the French movie of Coco Chanel's life starring Audrey Tatou, we'll have to make do with the upcoming Lifetime movie on Coco Chanel starring Shirley McLaine as the older Coco. The movie which premieres September 13th, looks surprisingly good covering both Coco's life in the beginning (young Coco is played by Barbara Bobulova) and later on when she became successful. Although I admit it feels more like a British period movie, I'm glad there aren't over done French accents here so we can at least enjoy the story about this fashion icon. Set your DVR ladies!
Watch this trailer from Lifetime TV. You can also see a longer trailer here from alchemy, the TV production company who made the film.
9/25 Update: You can watch the entire movie online or buy it off iTunes. Read this post to find out more!
I love the jewelry line of Jennifer Perkins' Naughty Secretary Club and now she's got her own book showing you how to make your own fabulous jewelry! The Naughty Secretary Club: The Working Girl's Guide to Handmade Jewelry is now available on Amazon for just $11.55. Filled with lots of fun projects from making charm bracelets, bangles, and necklaces, I also love the retro design style and office theme of the book. Don't forget to catch up with Jen and all her news on the Naughty Secretary Club Blog.
But wait there's more! To celebrate the book launch, shop in the Naughty Secretary Club Store and get 25% off everything. Enter the word BOOK in the coupon/voucher field when you check out all month long!
I'm blown away that Jen was sweet enough to include Coquette among her favorite blogs in her book! Thank you!
