Who has more savoir faire?
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Who has more Savoir Faire?
It is nothing new now for a designer to pose for their own advertising, sort of helps sometimes to put a face behind the name. Posing naked is nothing new also. YSL first did when launching his new men’s fragrance in the early 70’s and now we have Marc Jacobs going down the same path.
Who has more savoir faire?
Who has more savoir faire?
Savoir Blanc!
I love white! It is such a pure colour and I have always loved decorating with white. All white interiors give you the freedom of adding in splashes of colour that then become the focal point of the room whether it be a vase of flowers or a piece of art. In my formative years I wanted all white interiors, however I soon gave that up as everyday life crept in and suddenly you realise that all white just does not match your busy lifestyle.
So A few pieces of white have to suffice and one of the best ways to bring light and casual elegance into a room is with the white chair.
I think even outdoor white iron chairs from France (left in their original state) work just as well inside and out.
Sometimes old chairs just begged to be painted white and covered with a fabric that stands out.
One of my all time favourites are Chippendale chairs painted white.
And last but not least, the crème de la crème of white chairs, the white Eames chair and footstool and white Barcelona chairs (mixed with classic other pieces) of course!
So A few pieces of white have to suffice and one of the best ways to bring light and casual elegance into a room is with the white chair.
I think even outdoor white iron chairs from France (left in their original state) work just as well inside and out.
Sometimes old chairs just begged to be painted white and covered with a fabric that stands out.
One of my all time favourites are Chippendale chairs painted white.
And last but not least, the crème de la crème of white chairs, the white Eames chair and footstool and white Barcelona chairs (mixed with classic other pieces) of course!
Monday, July 26, 2010
National Faire!
We all have to admit that flying these days has become a bit of trial, and one of the biggest trials of all is at the airport. For all the new airport terminals that have opened recently, they still leave me rather unimpressed. They all tout the amount of natural light and wide open spaces that they incorporate. Even though the architecture maybe good, by the time all the stores, security checkpoints, fast food joints etc have been added in, it all starts to resemble a suburban shopping mall. Even from the exterior these new buildings lack presence being obscured by elevated roadways and such. One particular example is JFK, which is a nightmare.
In the 60’s and 70’s I imagine departing and arriving was an entirely different matter. We had the brilliance of Eero Saarinen’s terminal for TWA, the jet age splendour of Pan Am’s Worldport, and the clean stark modernity of National Airlines Sundrome.
The terminal designed by I. M. Pei was opened in 1970 for National Airlines. Now this is a terminal filled with natural light. This was the first time an airport structure was built using glass as a primary source of construction. This is a masterpiece of modernist architecture using incredibly clean and simple lines to convey an extraordinary sense of space. In this case the building does not have to convey movement as one can see all the movement happening outside.
There were very few curves in the building except for central open core (hence the name Sundrome) allowing natural sunlight into the lower levels.
Now after nearly 40 years and subsequent use by various different airlines it conveys nothing of the original impact it once had.
Unfortunately it has been slated for demolition, and preservationists have organized an opposition to its demolition and so they should. This is evocative of when flying was full of savoir faire.
In the 60’s and 70’s I imagine departing and arriving was an entirely different matter. We had the brilliance of Eero Saarinen’s terminal for TWA, the jet age splendour of Pan Am’s Worldport, and the clean stark modernity of National Airlines Sundrome.
The terminal designed by I. M. Pei was opened in 1970 for National Airlines. Now this is a terminal filled with natural light. This was the first time an airport structure was built using glass as a primary source of construction. This is a masterpiece of modernist architecture using incredibly clean and simple lines to convey an extraordinary sense of space. In this case the building does not have to convey movement as one can see all the movement happening outside.
There were very few curves in the building except for central open core (hence the name Sundrome) allowing natural sunlight into the lower levels.
Now after nearly 40 years and subsequent use by various different airlines it conveys nothing of the original impact it once had.
Unfortunately it has been slated for demolition, and preservationists have organized an opposition to its demolition and so they should. This is evocative of when flying was full of savoir faire.
Sightseeing Savoir Faire
It is shaping up to be a beautiful week here in Toronto. Temperatures hovering around the low 30’s with the humidity only creeping up towards the end of the week.
After a weekend in the country with wardrobe from Marie Streichenberger, I think it is time that we headed to a wonderful week of sightseeing in a European city with wardrobe from Richard Chai. These are all easy to wear pieces that would mix and match quite easily. Although the shorts are not nearly tailored enough for me, I think they would be fabulously cool.
After a weekend in the country with wardrobe from Marie Streichenberger, I think it is time that we headed to a wonderful week of sightseeing in a European city with wardrobe from Richard Chai. These are all easy to wear pieces that would mix and match quite easily. Although the shorts are not nearly tailored enough for me, I think they would be fabulously cool.
Sixties Savoir Faire
Savoir Faire is just loving this vintage Pierre Balmain silk scarf from the 1960’s.
The artist, who designed this fabulous piece of savoir faire, definitely had their finger on the pulse of the period. While not really a logo and instantly recognisable as such, it packs a design punch. Not only does it embrace the flower power aesthetic of the times it screams luxe for the young jet setter who wore it.
I think it is a fabulous attempt by a couture house to embrace their younger clients, and ensure their patronage, by providing up to the minute accessories. The wonderful shades of magenta and purples contrast brilliantly with the white background.
Sheer Savoir Faire!
The artist, who designed this fabulous piece of savoir faire, definitely had their finger on the pulse of the period. While not really a logo and instantly recognisable as such, it packs a design punch. Not only does it embrace the flower power aesthetic of the times it screams luxe for the young jet setter who wore it.I think it is a fabulous attempt by a couture house to embrace their younger clients, and ensure their patronage, by providing up to the minute accessories. The wonderful shades of magenta and purples contrast brilliantly with the white background.
Sheer Savoir Faire!
Friday, July 23, 2010
Country Savoir Faire
For that perfect weekend in the English Country staying at the local manor, my whole wardrobe would be coutesy of Marie Streichenberger!
Picnic With Savoir Faire
It is the weekend and it looks as if it is going to be a wet one for Saturday at least. Not the weather for a picnic! Summer is the perfect for picnics. I always remember as a child going on picnics, with family and extended family. Out would come the wicker baskets, with Bakelite plates, cups, anodised aluminium beakers for the children, tins of sandwiches, thermos’ of hot tea and other assorted picnic fare.
I love old antique and vintage sets however some of the newer ones available today are just fabulous. I am sure savoir faires that you can choose something from the selection below, to make your picnic full of savoir faire!
I love old antique and vintage sets however some of the newer ones available today are just fabulous. I am sure savoir faires that you can choose something from the selection below, to make your picnic full of savoir faire!
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