vendredi 30 octobre 2009

When it comes to fur




Still on the subject of fashion, I'm currently reading this great book titled Vintage Handbags. It does a wonderful job of presenting the history and evolution of bag styles of the 20th century. It is full of information about the different eras and how bags have evolved in conjunction with the fashion of the times. It helps that there are gorgeous pictures showing the predominant styles. Different designers from the well known to lesser known have their place in the book and its such a pleasure to learn all about this wonderful accessory. I haven't finished with it but I just had to share this great photo (above and just below for a closer look). Taken during the 70s, check out the bag casually swinging from the chic woman and the way she's dressed. The bag dates from 1974 (a most significant year!) and her style is described by the book as rural. I love the whole look, though I don't know if rural is quite the word to describe it. I love the turban style hat and the fur coat wrapped so casually around her. She looks warm and toasty and totally put together and not in a stuffy old lady way. I think even now, this look would work wonderfully.


This got me thinking about the current rage for fur. Yes, fur. Notwithstanding PETA and all other animal rights activists, the fashion industry hasn't quite given up its love of fur, as can be seen in the A/W 2010 looks. Politically incorrect as it may be to admit, there's something really nice about the current offerings. They look completely wearable and you gotta admit, probably really warm. And they go from day to night..

This one is a faux fur gilet (perfect for those who don't like the idea of real fur but still want to get on the trend) that works with jeans and dresses...

A slightly dressier style from the high street brand New Look...

This one takes you out to a fancy night out..maybe to a nice 2 star Michelin dinner or the opera?
And finally, a totally modern look....
I can't quite decide which I prefer---cool 70s look or the hip current look?

2 commentaires:

Pink Princess and Red Addict a dit…

nice article, i love the first picture! and have you seen the ads from the Peta? whatever the opinion one can have about it, i think they are brilliant!

Pink Princess a dit…

Yes the ads are brilliant!!