Art: The beauty of some simple black lines by iIlustrator Lukas Frischknecht

 

While surfing on internet I found this interesting art made by some simple lines by Swiss artist Lukas Frischknecht. Just the use of black lines on a neutral background ..... He is here focussing only on what is most essential. Lukas calls himself the 'minimalist maximaler'. Be Inspired ......

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Sources: Lukas Frischknecht and Instagram
Photos via A Different type of Art

NYFW: Ralph Lauren Resort 2026 with nautical influences

 
Would like to share with you today some highlights of the beautiful collection from Ralph Lauren for the season Resort 2026, seen at New York Fashion Week. Be Inspired ........ Earlier I wrote more fashionblogs, SEE HERE






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Sources: RALPH LAUREN and TAGWALK
Photos: courtesy of Ralph Lauren

Furniture Design: the elegant Norton dining table designed by Sean Dare

Would like to share with you today this beautiful Norton dining table designed by Sean Dare (2014) from the British design company Dare Studio. What a craftsmanship! Here it is combined with the Katakana armchair. The Norton dining table was developed from an experiment in joinery techniques. The junctions between the cross rails, side rails and legs have been cleverly designed to overlap, slot and tenon to provide a solid construction with wonderful details. The Katakana armchair was designed by Sean in 2009. A beautiful combination with the Norton dining table ....... The armchair was influenced by Japanese symbology and has a distinctive angular character. I wrote earlier more blogs about furniture design, SEE HERE

More about the company:

Dare Studio is an award winning British design company producing contemporary furniture and lighting products for luxury domestic interiors and high specification contract environments. Established by Sean Dare in 2009, Dare Studio is a family run company championing the skills of the finest craftsmen setting a benchmark for the very best in contemporary design and manufacture. All their pieces are hand made to order with an acute attention to detail. They use a combination of sophisticated techniques and the finest, carefully selected materials making each and every piece special.

Dare was established in 2009 by Sean Dare with the aim to create beautiful pieces of furniture which become an important element of the space they occupy. They are designed to make a statement without being dominant, providing an understated luxury for generations to enjoy.

''We believe in well crafted design, paying homage to the fine art of furniture making. Refined in both proportion and detail, with a highly considered function and purpose. We work with acclaimed designers sharing our vision to create pieces that have a timeless inspirational aesthetic, manufactured to the highest standards in our dedicated workshops across the UK and Europe''.

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Source: DARE STUDIO

COLOR INSPIRATION: COLOR IT GREEN (02)

For my longtime readers, I guess you've noticed already that I love colors. Below you will find inspiration in green hues. Like this beautiful abstract artwork above in green hues. Or the fantastic evening gown from fashion designer Monique Lhuillier. Or these green stones in the shape of an heart. The little green copper-rumped hummingbird is also lovely and last but least the sophisticated details from the Valentino coat. Aren't they beautiful? See also my Pinterest account for much more color inspiration (link below). Earlier I wrote more blogs about Colors, SEE HERE Have a lovey day! 

Monique Lhuillier F/W 2013

Copper-rumped Hummingbird (by Dave Irving)

Valentino, green detail

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For more inspiration, see my green board on PINTEREST

Editorial: Amazing fashion shoot in Venice by photographer Paolo Guadagnin

 Would like to share with you today inspiring editorial photos, shot in Venice by Italian fashion photographer Paolo Guadagnin and featured on Harper's Bazaar Arabia. The model is Nastya Abramova. The location of this fashion shoot was at the beautiful Hotel Aman Venice. A fantastic hotel where beauty, style, elegance and luxury come all together in one place. The essence of an old and amazing Venice. Be Inspired ........

Note: Earlier I wrote already a blog about Hotel Aman, SEE HERE

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 “La Moda più Bella”, shot in Venice and featured on Harper's Bazaar Arabia. 

Ph: Paolo Guadagnin (IG@paologuadagninstudio)

Style: Anna Castan (IG@anna_castan) 

Model: Nastya Abramova 

Mua: Elena Bettanello

Hair: Cristiano Fusetti

Ass Style: Giovanna Zanuttini 

Ass Ph: Francesco Tretto

Props: Alessio Benetti

Location: Hotel Aman, Venice, Italy

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Source: Paolo Guadagnin
The photos above have been placed with permission of the photographer Paolo Guadagnin.
Photos: courtesy of Harper's Bazaar Arabia.

PFW: Uma Wang F/W 2025 RTW

Would like to share with you today some interesting highlights of the collection from the Chinese fashion designer Uma Wang for her season F/W 2025, seen at Paris Fashion Week. Uma Wang’s Fall collection was inspired by Piero della Francesca’s “Madonna del Parto,” a rare portrayal of the pregnant Virgin Mary. Earlier I wrote more fashionblogs, SEE HERE

More about the fashion designer Uma Wang

Uma Wang, Chinese name is Wang Zhi. She trained at the Dong Hua University in Shanghai and Central Saint Martins in London. Since the establishment of the personal brand in 2009, she has gained an international reputation for her unique understanding of fabrics, exquisite tailoring and balancing sophistication with timeless aesthetics. She is the first Chinese designer that entered the calendar of Milan Fashion Week and joined the schedule of Paris Fashion Week in 2017. In 2022, Uma Wang is accepted as a permanent member of Chambre Syndicale of Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode. Her unique style has attracted the attention of the top buyers in the world. UMA WANG brand has covered more than 30 countries in the world, including China, Italy, France, United States and Japan.

Uma Wang entered the 2015 Forbes China Designers list and was chosen by the BoF 500 for six consecutive years (“The People Shaping the Global Fashion Industry”). Vogue Italia proclaimed her the “Up and Coming Talent” that deserved more worldwide attention. In 2012, the Council of Fashion Designers of America picked her for its inaugural China Exchange program. The international fashion industry regards Uma as one of the leading figures in contemporary Chinese designers.

Uma Wang constantly collaborated with brands and artists in different industries. In 2018, the film “Hidden Man”, in which she worked on costume design with director Jiang Wen, was nominated for Golden Horse Award for Best Makeup and Costume Design. In 2022, as the first Chinese fashion designer collaborated with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, her inspiring creativity made a tremendous contribution to refugees.

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Sources: UMA WANG and WWD
Photos: courtesy of Uma Wang

Architecture: Dream home in Tuscany by Maria Dudkina using Midjourney

What a stunning home in Tuscany, Italy! Seamlessly blending with nature while offering breathtaking views ........ A perfect example of architecture enhancing the natural landscape. Be Inspired by this work of the talented professional Maria Dudkina. Maria is a product designer / midjourney expert from Minsk. 

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Sources: Architecture & Design, Maria Dudkina and Linked-In

Ad Campaign: Kendall Jenner stars in L’Oréal x Mugler's Makeup

Kendall Jenner is serving pure drama in the new L’Oréal Paris x Mugler makeup campaign. It marks Mugler’s big return to makeup after 15 years. The striking visuals put Kendall at the center of a story that’s equal parts glamour and transformation. In one shot, she wears a sleek red draped look with flawless matte skin and bold berry lips. Another sees her with feathered wings exploding in rainbow shades, channeling Mugler’s iconic butterfly archetype. Close-ups highlight a smoky eye dusted with electric blue. While a final look features her striding in a daring black-and-white slit gown. The campaign perfectly fuses Mugler’s fearless high fashion energy with L’Oréal’s accessible approach to beauty.

Note: Kendall wears here the Papillon Fourreau from the S/S 1997 'Les Insectes' couture collection by Manfred Thierry Mugler. 

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Sources: L'Oreal Paris, Mugler and Fashion Gone Rogue
Photos: L'Oreal Paris