Architecture: Iconic “duck” staircase at the Avenida Palace Hotel in Barcelona

 Would like to share with you today this iconic “duck” staircase at the Avenida Palace Hotel in Barcelona, Spain. Love this elegant staircase design with its beautiful curves and fluent lines ....... Here sculptural curves and playful geometry turn a simple staircase into one of the hotel’s most recognizable architectural details. Be Inspired ....... Earlier I wrote more blogs about Architecture, SEE HERE

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Source: via Linked-In via Architecture & Design 

Runway: Jacquemus S/S 2027 Menswear

 Jacquemus has officially unveiled its Spring/Summer 2027 collection, titled “Le Bonheur” (Happiness), hosting an intimate, open-air runway presentation at the historic Phare de la Pietra in Corsica. The collection highlights physical movement and lightweight volume utilizing sheer triple organza, technical taffeta and custom organic textures. Landmark design innovations include paper-thin leather tanks, shibori-molded pearl impressions and the introduction of the foldable "Les Ballerines Pietra". Be Inspired .......









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Sources: JACQUEMUS, Tom & Lorenzo and Fashionweek Daily
Photos: courtesy of Jacquemus

Editorial: 'Venetian Elegance' by photographer Paolo Guadagnin

 
Would like to share with you today these inspiring editorial photos, named 'Venetian Elegance' shot by Italian photographer Paolo Guadagnin and featured on Grazia USA. The location of this fantastic fashion shoot was at the Hotel Saint Regis Venezia in Italy. The beautiful model is Clara Nehls. She is wearing here couture gowns from the Visionary Italian couturier Anton Giulio Grande. Here in Venice, we saw coming together: Venetian elegance, timeless grace crafted with soul. Anton Giulio Grande redefines couture with art, power and grace. Earlier I wrote two other blogs about the fashion photographer Paolo Guadagnin, SEE HERE Be Inspired ........  

More about the fashion photographer:
Paolo Guadagnin is an Italian fashion photographer and art director based in Milan and Hong Kong. His work is focused on fashion and includes collaborations with the most famous international fashion magazines. He finds inspiration in art, painting and in the research and development of a personal aesthetical beauty in people, locations and landscapes. 

Publications: 

His fashion photos were featured in magazines like Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue, Numéro Switzerland, Numéro Russia, Vanity Fair, Elle, L’Officiel and many others. A section of his portfolio is represented by the international Art + Commerce.  

Credits:
Editorial         : Grazia USA
Couturier       : Anton Giulio Grande
Location        : Hotel Saint Regis Venice (IG@stregisvenice)
Photographer: Paolo Guadagnin (IG@paologuadagninstudio)

Stylist            : Luigi Nisi (IG@jolly_gi91)
Model            : Clara Nehls (IG@clara.nehls) agenzia Wonderwall Management Milano (IG@ww_mgmt)

Hair               : Angela Mada (IG@mua.angelamada)
Mua               : Andreea Natalia Bucur (IG@andreea_mua_)

Ass.fot           : Alessandro G.
Ass.sty          : Vittorio Conoscenti (IG@vittorioconoscenti)

Location        : Hotel Saint Regis Venezia, piazza San Marco VE
                        www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/vcexr-the-st-regis-venice

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Sources: Paolo Guadagnin, Grazia USA, Anton Giulio Grande, Quotidiano, Forbes Vancouver and The St Regis Venice
The photos above have been placed with permission of the photographer Paolo Guadagnin.
Photos: courtesy of Grazia USA.

Lighting Design: Hand-Blown glass pendants by John Pomp Studios (01)

While doing blog research I found these beautiful hand-blown glass pendants from the company John Pomp Studios. Striking a balance between classic and modern, John Pomp Studios lighting collection offers one of a kind pieces meticulously crafted by hand. This is a repost of my blogpost of 17-01-2016. Be Inspired ...... 

John Pomp, founder of John Pomp Studios, began his journey to master-craftsman in his early life while watching his father work as a carpenter. Soon after, he was introduced to glassblowing through his mentor, sculptor and good friend whom he studied with for many years. From there on, he was determined to dedicate his life to his passion of mastering the art of glass making. After studying the ancient art of venetian glassblowing by maestros from Murano Italy, Pomp spent 10 years of his early career in NYC where he gained notoriety with his artfully crafted collections created primarily from glass.

John’s philosophy to create his collection essentially melds his eastern heritage with his western background. Using nature as his inspiration, John utilizes its intrinsic organic, “Wabi-Sabi” principles and fuses it with his contemporary style, forming a unique approach to this old-world art of glass making. John Pomp’s work exemplifies the purity of natural materials while embracing their inherent historical and elemental qualities – yielding a simple, organic modern aesthetic. John Pomp’s 20 years of undying passion and devotion to his craft is reflected in each piece of his collection which is meticulously crafted by hand in his multi-disciplinary studios in Philadelphia.

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Source: John Pomp Studios
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Bridalwear: Gorgeous wedding gowns from Antonio Riva

 Be Inspired by these gorgeous wedding gowns from fashion designer Antonio Riva. What a Beauties! Antonio Riva Milano represents the excellence of Italian tailoring and for more than 30 years has been creating couture masterpieces that bring women's dreams to life and make special occasions memorable. I wrote more blogs about wedding dresses, SEE HERE

Antonio Riva - The Creative Director

With the brilliance of a true visionary, Antonio Riva ranges deftly between tradition and innovation, confirming himself as one of the most prestigious couturiers of international bridal fashion. Each of his gowns is designed to go beyond time, from the very first embroidery. Each delicate thread tells a story, a precious memory of one's special day. Antonio Riva turns into reality the dream of every woman who wishes to live a fairytale moment, representing her style and personality in a unique way.

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Sources: Antonio Riva and Pinterest
Photos: courtesy of Antonio Riva

Colors: Delicious color palettes by Irene (02)

Would like to share with you today this delicious color palette in beige, soft pink and turquoise hues. What a delightful color combination! On my PINTEREST account I am sharing lots of more colorpalettes. Be Inspired ......

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Sources: Pinterest and Design Seeds

Fashion: Summer 2026 Top Fashion & Style Trends .......

Fashion & Style Trend: Polka Dots

Summer 2026 fashion is all about effortless elegance, modern sophistication and pieces that make a statement without feeling overdone. This season, style feels fresh, polished and incredibly wearable with trends that bring a perfect balance of comfort and refinement. Whether you’re updating your wardrobe or simply looking for inspiration, these are the key trends everyone will be talking about.  

 Here they are: 
1. Polka dots. 2. Maxi Dresses. 3. Coastal Style. 4. Sculptural Tops. 5. Linen Suits. 6. Woven Raffia. 7. Butter Yellow. 8. Capri Pants. 9. Elevated Sandals. 10. Silk Scarf. 11. Crisp Shirts. 12. Shirt dresses. 13. Bold Jewelry. 

The video below (about 15 min.) from 'Timeless Elegance Style' gives a good impression of 13 fashion & style trends Summer 2026. I added some extra photos made with my mobile phone. Earlier I wrote more blogs about FASHION, SEE HERE Be Inspired .........

Fashion & Style Trend: Coastal style

Fashion & Style Trend: Maxi Dresses

Fashion & Style Trend: Sculptural Tops

Fashion & Style Trend: Butter Yellow

Fashion & Style Trend: Woven Raffia

Fashion & Style Trend: Silk Scarf

Fashion & Style Trend: Bold Jewelry

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Source: video via You Tube channel Timeless Elegance Style

Architecture: Residence in Ramat HaSharon, Israel

While surfing this morning on internet I found this inspiring private residence under the Israeli sun by Pitsou Kedem Architects. What a beautiful residence to see! Be Inspired .......

This inspiring private residence located in Ramat HaSharon, Israel, creates the perfect background for a life filled with happiness and relaxation. Under the harsh Israeli sun, creative minds of Tel Aviv-based studio Pitsou Kedem Architects imagined a contemporary oasis. Collaborating with architect Jonathan Munjak, the architecture studio infused this previously vacant lot with life. Photographed by Elad Sarig, the home presents itself as a highly modern residence open to the outdoors via large windows, glass doors and glass partitions. For more photos from this beautiful project, see the enclosed link below. 

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Source: Pitsou Kedem Architects

Couture: Ziad Nakad F/W 2026 - Black is Beautiful (02)

 
In love with these stunning black evening gowns by Lebanese fashion designer Ziad Nakad. What a beauty, elegance, femininity and craftsmanship. With his Fall/Winter 2026 offering, Ziad Nakad refines his signature language of opulence through a lens of modern restraint. Presented as a lookbook, the collection explores the balance between couture-level embellishment and the evolving demands of contemporary dressing, where elegance is expressed with clarity rather than excess. Be Inspired ..... Earlier I wrote more blogs about Couture, SEE HERE

More about the fashion designer

Born of a Lebanese descent, Ziad Nakad knew from his very early teens that he was to work in fashion. Since his young years, he was attracted by eccentric fabrics, sheer embroideries and unconventional beadings which married his designs back then especially sketched for his family to wear. Encouraged by this genuine success, the talented young man decided to explore more his passion for fashion and embrace the dressmaking art with studies in the field. In parallel, he mastered the art of couture by working with many famous fashion designers in Beirut. In 1997, he turned his dream into a career when he was invited to take part to the Beirut International Fashion Show for Couture in Beirut and dressed renowned super models like Karen Mudler, NadjaUrman and Jennifer Driver.

His first fashion shows garnered much praise from critics and opened the doors to a whirling series of defiles sparking international interest for the designer. Such exposure led to another milestone to his career with his first international defile in Milano in 2001 followed suite by another one in Cannes in 2003… and that was only the beginning…

Celebrated for his ability to reveal the feminine side of every woman, Ziad Nakad is now a design reference in fashion shows in Lebanon, the Middle East, the Gulf, Europe, Asia, the Americas, and the world.

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Source: ZIAD NAKAD
Photos: Courtesy of Ziad Nakad

Fashion Books: Dior Couture by Patrick Demarchelier

 
Dior is one of the most revered names in fashion, the archetype of the Parisian couture house. Famous for launching the “New Look,” Christian Diors landmark first collection that marked a sea change in womens dress after the Second World War, Dior is known today for its exquisite couture line of dramatic dresses. This book comprises a portfolio of portraits of over one hundred incredible gowns from the entire era of Christian Dior haute couture, including dresses designed by Dior himself. All of the images were shot by Patrick Demarchelier, known for his exquisite fashion portraits that grace the pages of Vogue, Elle, Harpers Bazaar, Glamour, and many other magazines. Be Inspired ...... Earlier I wrote more blogs about DIOR, SEE HERE

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Sources: DIOR, Demarchelier and Amazon