Hot In The Hive: Alexander McQueen - Genius of a Generation
by Ida Hsiang
Jul 28, 2010 10:27 AM PDT
Just earlier this year in February, the fashion world lost one of it's most eclectic and creative geniuses, Alexander McQueen. McQueen is known for his daring and often avant-garde sense of style. Many of his pieces were beautifully and intricately constructed with an expert eye for pattern and detail, albeit majority were shockingly risque and most definitely reserved for the truly fashionably daring. Undeniably unique, Alexander McQueen designs soon garnered a fan-base of the most fashionable celebrity risk-takers, including Madonna, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Beyonce, David Bowie and Bjork. Sadly, the light and genius of this one-of-a-kind designer was cut short right before his own show at New York Fashion Week this year, leaving the fashion world in shock and sorrow.
The "Alexander McQueen: Genius of a Generation" book by Kristin Knox is a vibrant tribute to the late designer. Filled with photographs from his unforgettable runway shows, including pieces from his last collection, as well as quotes, stories and anecdotes from friends and fashion peers. Whether or not Alexander McQueens' brash couture agrees with your personal aesthetics or not, there is no denying the genius behind the creative force that was Alexander Mqueen. After all, he did receive the British Designer of the Year Award four times. The "Alexander McQueen: Genius of a Generation" book is a must-have for any fashion buff and makes a great gift for all your fashionable friends, and for $29.00 at Urban Outfitters, this colorful tribute is worth every penny.
Go Behind The Scenes Of The Gen Art New Garde Show!
by Natalie Zee Drieu
Feb 3, 2010 5:38 AM PST
Take a behind the scenes looks as former Project Runway season five contestants, Daniel Feld and Wesley Nault (together as WesFeld) craft their collection for the Gen Art New Garde Show on Feb. 10th in New York. Gen Art, along with Plastics Make It Possible, will showcase four rising design stars in a dynamic non-traditional fashion presentation, featuring fall 2010 collections showcased on live models in dynamic installations. WesFeld won the opportunity to show off their designs at the show after having beat out more than 160 other designers that entered themselves in Gen Art's Fresh Faces in Fashion show. The challenge required designers to create two dynamic womenswear looks made from plastic and plastic-based fabrics. WesFeld used poly organza and plastic mesh to create their dress designs. Want to know more? Click over to our friends at Coquette for a behind the scenes video!
