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Tuesday, June 29, 2010
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Sophia 203- In Vogue US
Wear it Now: Sophia 203 Titily necklace
“I live in this crazy place, which is amazing when you are creative,” explains Swedish-born Sophia Edstrand, jewelry designer and creative assistant to Marie-Hélène de Taillac. The crazy place? Jaipur, India, where she now spends six months each year. In fact, it was in the local bazaars that she first came across the rare embroidery technique that was to be the impetus for her own line. “I had never seen anything like it,” she admits. Encouraged by de Taillac, she started working with the local embroiderers producing pieces of her own design to sell at Hot Pink, de Taillac’s famed boutique in Jaipur. The multicolored hearts, flowers, butterflies, and stars that adorn her cuffs, belts, and necklaces were an instant hit, bringing together the rich colors and traditions of India and combining them with a certain indescribable Parisian coquettishness (no doubt a result of her training at Paris’s famed Studio Berçot). We love this, her Titily necklace, which is perfect when paired with a simple summer tee. “Titily is my nickname in India which means butterfly,” she explains. What’s next from Sophia? Evening bags and sandals coming out in spring 2011. We can hardly wait.
—Virginia Tupker
XX Galerie Clemande XX-
Rose-Marie has just received new arrivals at her Gallery:
Some unique vintage pieces from Couture shows. Chanel, Dior, Yves-Saint Laurent, Christian Lacroix. Dating from late sixties till late eighties.
XX-Galerie Clemandre -XX. 18, rue Saint Simon, 75007 Paris
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Upla. Since 1973.
Upla is well known for its collections of authentic bags such as the fisherman’s pouch or the Postman Besace which have been behind the brand's success since 1973.
The current collection is both cool and chic at the same time with the now famous and trans-generational fisherman's pouch and the other utility and practical models name of which, “Palefrenier”, “ Ouvreur” or even “Chineur”, remind former jobs.
Must see the store: Upla 5, rue Saint Benoit 75006.
Aurora Lopez Mejia- Why Malawi.
I recently wrote a post about my dear friend, Aurora Lopez after the intense moment she spent in Malawi. Here is a Short Interview:
Q: What brought you to do the charity with Madonna?
A: Madonna has been a collector of my work for years. As I learned about Madonna’s “Raising Malawi” foundation, it was in the early stages of development. The more I learned about the incredible work that was being done in Malawi, I became very inspired and wanted to help. This is when Madonna and I decided to collaborate and create a piece that would signify the spirit of Malawi and at the same time, raise money for the cause. I have always wanted to design a piece that would carry a significant message and be of great help to a country in need.
Q: What was it like to be in Malawi?
A: It was my first trip to Africa. I was extremely touched by the unwavering spirit possessed especially by the women and children of Malawi. This took me by surprise as I did not know what to expect and was secretly hoping that I could emotionally handle the poverty that I was about to encounter. This great spirit gave me a big dose of perspective. I witnessed women and children that had barely the essentials to survive and yet they exuded in happiness and smiles. This really warmed my heart and solidified my devotion to continue to be creative and help them in any way that I can.
Q: What does “Mtima” mean and how did you think of it?
A: The meaning of “Mtima” is “heart” in Malawi’s native Chichewa language. In developing the design, I asked Madonna which word would best describe the people of Malawi and your effort to help. Her reply was pretty immediate with the word “Mtima.” They say that Malawi is the heart of Africa. I witnessed this first hand during my visit.
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