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Inspiration: Mercedes Helnwein in Lula magazine

Jazzi — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:31:42 +0000

Mercedes Helnwein for Lula, by Glynis Selina Arban, styled by Aya T. Kanai

So I thought about it and decided that while this entire shoot from Lula is stunning (as is their entire catalogue), this particular image is one of the most beautiful & striking images I saw all year. The colors are just perfect, the mood is right, and it was absolutely no surprise when I found out it was styled by my friend & brilliant stylist Aya T. Kanai. After falling for Mercedes Helnwein in her in all her redheaded glory, I decided to check out more of her artwork and – no shock here either – it was awesome. Her pencil drawings are like stills from a fashion-bent arthouse film that will make you swoon because… well, what’s not to like about a gorgeous redhead (I think I’m redhead fetish-status) with hot style and the talent to draw even more gorgeous girls with hot style? Exaaactly.

Tokion Covers: Chloe Sevigny / Aurel Schmidt

Jazzi — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 17:30:01 +0000

The last two Tokion covers have been two of my favorite girls who just so happen to look like they could have come from the same womb. Too good not to post. Can’t wait to check out the rest of the Aurel issue, and I’ve already checked out the Chloe issue (a tad underwhelming, but great interview with Chloe). As self-proclaimed #1 fangirl, I would like nominate Chloe and Aurel to SHUT IT DOWN with some kind of collaboration… Someone please make it happen. Please?

I will go and bake a honey cake and that’s all.

Jazzi — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:32:15 +0000

I spent some time speaking with an incredible woman yesterday, interviewing her for a story (that I’ll post asap). Upon noticing my tattoo (i have the word “contrariwise” on my arm/wrist) and subsequently my Alice in Wonderland obsession, she lent me The Principals of Uncertainty by Maira Kalman, a whimsical book of illustrations and musings about life. It is beautiful and reminded me of my buddy Kris Atomic’s work in a way. I figure it’s always befitting to share a little inspiration. My favorite line from the book (so far):

I WILL GO AND BAKE A HONEY CAKE AND THAT’S ALL.

On a simplicity kick this week? Maybe.

Inspiration: Aurel Schmidt, Style & Art

Jazzi — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 22:25:10 +0000

She may well be entering “it girl” territory, but Aurel Schmidt isn’t just talented-by-association. She is a genius artist first; the wacky downtown NY sense of style & ascent to indie darling are just icing on a delish cake. She has serious talent, the permanent kind, the kind worth framing – things that I’d actually pay money for. From her signature black frames and cow-licked hair, to her unabashed honesty, to the profanity and humor in her artwork – I love this girl.

Once I’m in a position to buy art, Aurel’s pieces will be among the firsts I’m after. My Grandmother’s definitely going to hate it, and my neighbors might not want to come over for dinner, but I like my art to talk, not just sit there and look pretty (though that has a time and place to). Aurel’s amazingly detailed, beautifully executed pieces are grotesque (maybe), honest (definitely), and fantastic conversation starters.

Aurel in Interview / Aurel by Sara Glick

More:

Tiny Vices / Burn Outs / Maneater

Interview Magazine: The New York Art Scene – Aurel Schmidt

January 08 Art Talks Video Interview with Aurel Schmidt (watch!)

Sophomore Fall 2009 Lookbook

Style.com’s Front Row Faces 2009

[more of her style & art under the cut]

by Barnaby Ruhe

Jazzi — Mon, 18 May 2009 01:52:03 +0000

Sinead (link NSFW) took me out to a portrait party & birthday drinks last night. The art crowd is always more entertaining than the fashion crowd, and this was no exception. I got to get my muse on and had a portrait painted by the very talented Barnaby Ruhe. I also met NYC’s version of the Mad Hatter and March Hare (two completely off the wall old guys, one of which waxed poetic on my heels for a good 10 minutes, while the other proceeded to stroke said heels with a miniature pair of marble hands he carries with him at all times). When I told the March Hare that I worked in fashion he got very serious suddenly and replied: “We all have our problems.”

Any night that I temporarily question whether or not I have actually fallen down the rabbit hole… is a good one. Thanks, Sinead!

Inspiration: Peter Miszuk, like “What’s In Your Bag?”, but different.

Jazzi — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:52:16 +0000

scanner art by Peter Miszuk including Lanphear’s jewels, and his Spring UO campaign (bottom).

I stumbled upon Peter Miszuk’s mixed-media “scanner art” forever ago, thought it was really cool, and could never find it again. Then I saw some scanner-fashion images in my local Urban Outfitters and thought “man, they rip everyone off!” Poor guy. Eventually, I learned that UO had in fact commissioned Miszuk’s work for their Spring catalogue and store displays, and promptly gave them a mental pat on the back.

While I’m not a big fan of Miszuk’s street style selections (I think we’re all a little bored with street style blogs these days?) he does have a really intriguing perspective on life/fashion/art, & his personal photos are enough to keep me lurking. I also love that his scanner project came out of pure boredom/creative thinking & parlayed itself into a career signature. (He’s also close enough with Kate Lanphear to have her jewels anywhere near his scanner & is another fan of big fancy footwear, which makes him a man after my own heart.)

I’m a fan.

Art Walk it Out!

Jazzi — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 18:19:00 +0000

My very best friends since 7th grade, Deanie and Leah.

We have dedicated our summer to “doing things”. We’re in LA, and need to take advantage of that. Last weekend we ventured to the Culver City ArtWalk, stopped by a lot of amazing galleries and decided we are going to buy some canvases and do our own art projects.

Then Sunday we had a rooftop BBQ at Lars’s place in Venice. We didn’t let a little June Gloom ruin our fun, and danced and sang along to everything from Kanye to the Pocahontas Soundtrack. Too fun.

Next up: Bonfire tonight at Dockweiler, and my (one month late) Bday Pool Party on Saturday.