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XO,
Lorena
I am sure you heard of CULINA…. Culina comes from latin and basically means culinary and translates into the simple work kitchen!
One day sitting in my garden I was sipping on a big cup of coffee and dreaming of the Lavender fields in my home country…. Romania. I miss the endless purple and pink fields of lavender….. I was asking myself where they are here in Australia and one step away voila a google search gave me the answer….
If you love lavender fields and live in Australia, you might love to check out HERE a fabulous purple lavender farm in Melbourne. I have not been myself, but I got inspired to create a new line in my art. Culinary herbs…..
I started to collect ideas, look around in my herb garden for inspiration… Rosemary, Thyme, Sage, Coriander, Fennel, Oregano, Chives, Mint, and so much more…..
When you create, you need purpose and drive…. My drive was to create a new line that brings joy and freshens up your home. The Perfect little Fashionable – Culinary -Art came to life……
Please meet the gorgeous ladies….. available in the Etsy Shop….
I am Rosemary….
I am Basil….
I am Chives…..
And now let’s get back to Lavender….. Once winning the battle between … What is better Purple fields or pink fields…. Purple won! E voila take a look at the result… Lavender Lady- I am Lavender!
So feel free to visit these ladies and let me know how you feel about them? What is your favourite herb? I am sure you figured out that Lavender is my favourite so far….
XO,
Lorena
Inspiration…..DADA
Have you heard of DADA? Well yes, it;s a real WORD and yes you can find it in the Dictionary! DADA is famous in the world of ART in the world of FASHION….. It is a must in a cultural society.
What is DADA!
Dada was an art movement formed during the First World War in Zurich in negative reaction to the horrors and folly of the war. The art, poetry and performance produced by dada artists is often satirical and nonsensical in nature. (Wikipedia)
DADA defines itself and creates itself in the fashion world….. DADA originated in Europe 1916 and never actually stopped if you ask me….From Originator Marchel DuChamp the DADA movement in the fashion industry had a hard time first and was shocking. Vivienne Westwood, was one of the first fashion designers who broke the boundaries and DADA was born or moved into the fashion industry. After that it was easy and more acceptable for designers like Galliano , Maison Martin Margiela or Victor & Rolf to push more and more!
You probably think that these pigiont shoes are just art or insane, well theses days everything is DADA and it will go further and further… because we humans need to break through the boundaries, not only for our self but for future generations….. there is no stop to DADA or creativity…. All is possible!
So enjoy a cup of coffee, and create some DADA.….
By the way when I broke into a traditional world of Romanian Point Lace where everything is beige, ecru or white my colourful pieces and not traditional concept and approach to this antique lace making technique, was a shocking fabulous adventure!
Most people did not understand and did not like the idea that something so old and perfect…. is not colourful, not for the table and more….. meaning a wearable piece, a concept to take to another level.
Do you like DADA?
XO,
Lorena
Hubert de Givenchy is gone… The fashion world lost a great designer, a man who lived for style, elegance, fashion and the good taste when it comes to dressing women all over the world.
There is not much to say, when you are sad and best is to keep in memory looking back at his great pieces, from Haute Couture to Ready to Wear, he understood, body, style, fabric, draping and elegance via simplicity.
His signature look was the shoulder wrap dress and fabulous sleeves.
A divine look that made fashion history. These chiffon puff sleeves also are forever in the fashion world archives as a great example for pure elegance and style.
He gave us a lot. Givenchy your style will be missed. One of the last couturier leaves us with great designs and hopefully they will be passed on to the next generation of young designers. Paris and the world is sad. Fashion must go on…..
“Luxury is in each detail”. – Hubert de Givenchy
His eye for the details and the feminine look was marvellous. A true connoisseur of fabrics, threads, and eye for embroidery and for beauty.
His muse was no other than Audrey Hepburn a great actress and ambassador for the brand. He created most of her outfits for the movies she played in. He connected cinematography with fashion like no other.
We all remember the black dress from Breakfast at Tiffany, it;s now not only a piece of history , it;s iconic and will always be in fashion. Givenchy you rocked the fashion world and you will be missed!
What is your favourite outfit from Givenchy? I can;t even pick there were so so so many!
XO,
Lorena
Images: Pinterest and World Wide Web
A while ago I was taking part in an art competition at the Aspire Gallery called Petite Pieces. I am always exited to be part of such prestige competitions. It;s not my first time taking part and it;s always fun. I had a long break of two years due to my gorgeous little Andrada but now it was time to be an artist again.
For this year, I was inspired by the beautiful city that I live in Brisbane. The watercolour print is inspired by the vibrant , colourful city of Brisbane, so Brisbane Blooms was ready to meet the world.
Tulips, Magnolias, the fabulous Brisbane River, fashion portraits and Ink made this piece come to life. Brisbane runs in my little girls veins and means so much to my family now. She like this piece is a true Brisbanian.
Brisbane is always colourful, fun, vibrant and bright. Since fashion art is my thing, I got inspired by flower crowns, that are so popular here in Brisbane and the River that is so important to all of us. A blessing and a danger at the same time. The city is so stunning and full with flowers….
If you are interested in Brisbane Blooms, please contact the Gallery.
XO,
Lorena
Are you ready for this? I am for sure! I was and am attracted to almost all shades of #purple Ultra Violet is always connected to mystery, cosmos and limitless energy.
Purple stands for artistic power and Ultra Violet pushed boundaries and opens up.
Historically, there has been a mystical or spiritual quality attached to Ultra Violet. The color is often associated with mindfulness practices, which offer a higher ground to those seeking refuge from today’s over-stimulated world. The use of purple-toned lighting in meditation spaces and other gathering places energizes the communities that gather there and inspire connection. ( From the Pantone Website)
I got inspired by #ULTRAVIOLET and so Bedouin Iris was born. An illustration sold on Bluethumb .
Do you like Ultraviolet?
XO,
Lorena
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