IDS '10

Just came back from the Interior Design Show here in Toronto this weekend.

There were so many amazing things to take in!!! My mind is positively brimming with ideas. I took many pictures and will post them soon, along with a full rundown down of the show!

Pirate John

This video features the wonderful John Galliano in conversation, as he explores the wonderful treasures of the House of Dior. He such a pirate, that John, and I admire him. Here we get to see a small sampling of the fantastic archives of Maison Dior. As John shows each piece, he explains the story behind it and highlights the workmanship in each fantastic garment. I love the contrast, yet similarity, between the original work of Christian Dior, and John's present day creations.

Who is John?

John Galliano - Trustee of the Dior Legacy, is my Fashion Idol. John's talent is monumental. But beyond this, it is his outlook on life and his humanity that I so strongly am drawn to. He has served as mentor to me for as long as I can remember an interest in fashion. His business sense, immense creativity and humlity teach me that I can become a success, while keeping my soul intact. I am forever in his debt.

A cool quote from John : " It's been a long time since I left (college) but I still feel like a pirate that is plundering the globe for beauty and gems of ideas. A memory, a moment, a person is the greatest treasure... but a diamond is a very good second."

2010 Golden Globes: Best Dressed

In the sea of red-carpet sameness, one other person stood out at the Golden Globes:


BEST DRESSED : GINNIFER GOODWIN

As soon as I saw a photo of her Vionnet dress, my jaw dropped. Her dress was fresh, fun, youthful and didn't look like she was trying too hard. It perfectly suited the occasion. The colour was vibrant, the proportion worked with her frame, and the draping details were lovely. It didn't overpower her in any way, and I wasn't distracted by anything like crazy ruffles, or mad-cap shoes...I just looked at her. I especially loved how she accessorized the look. Beautiful long earrings that drew attention to her face (and that fab new hair cut), and those editorial shoes. Black and Blue is not safe combination, but it worked. Also, the way she stood and held that umbrella added to the appeal.

As I often do, I checked the On the Runway Blog to see if anything was reported on the Globes. The blog's author, NY Times Fashion Critic Cathy Horyn, posted that she didn't see anyone that really caught her attention. She too was tired of the bland carbon copies, and was on the lookout for something fresh, and fun. I thought to myself, what of Ginnifer? I was delighted to see that in her second Globes post, she further commented that "Ginnifer looked terrific"....and exemplified the new style she was referring to earlier. It's encouraging to know that she and I were on the same wavelength.

Photo Credits: GettyImages.com

2010 Golden Globes: Best Dressed

Still working on that Fall Couture Post. In the mean time, I have to gab about the Golden Globes.

In a nutshell, it was yet another parade of boring, bland fashion. Everyone in Hollywood is so obsessed with keeping the status-quo that every starlet looks EXACTLY alike. The same up-swept hair, the same mermaid shape with a train, the same one-shouldered dress, the same boring jewels....You could swap the faces of the women onto each other's bodies, and I guarantee - you couldn't tell the difference. The dresses now are so similar that it no longer matters if the label is Armani Prive, Marchesa or the local dress-maker. They all look alike.

Only two women really stood out and rocked my world. First:

BEST DRESSED: MONIQUE



When I found out Monique won Best Supporting Actress for her role in Precious, I screamed- "You go girl!!" She had a glow about her that was unmistakable. She positively beamed. Her look was simple and elegant, with the emphasis placed on all the right attributes.

The colour of the golden Reem Acra gown complemented her skin, the draping highlighted the right curves, the swept back hair and lack of distracting accessories kept the focus on her dramatic eyes....it just worked.

On a subconscious level, it was also great to see someone who is not a size 2 on the red carpet looking fabulous. You go girl!!! Let's hope she keeps the momentum going till Oscar time. I'm rooting for you!!

Photo Credits: Photo: Nytimes.com