Slowly but surely I am crossing off outstanding items and details that remain from last semester for both of my “jobs”. There are still some small things in life that must remain on my shoulders but at least some parts can now be exposed and warmed by the sun. I feel lighter. As you know I have given myself some challenges this summer and as I near the second anniversary of this project called Accidental Icon, I can feel an evolution coming on, nothing sudden, more like a slow reveal. Sort of like the dress I am wearing as a top.
I think my end goal is some form of on-line magazine but I want to move towards that slowly and organically, almost without a plan as I have done with this blog. Perhaps start with the addition of a different kind of monthly feature. Collaborate more. The essence will remain the same: using fashion as the entry point to thinking about life, culture, design, art, history and technology. A minimalist design in look and orientation. In a recent interview when someone asked what fashion meant to me, I realized that it is as important to me as language in that it provides a different way for me to express very complex ideas and identities. It allows my body to speak. So whatever emerges it will be using fashion as the language through which we can have many conversations.
So that being said, I invite you to help me think this through as you have enriched my experience through your many thoughtful, full of cultural complexity and at times humorous commentary. I challenge you to pose questions to me and us that make us take a different view of how this can develop. When discussing this over coffee with the lovely Korean designer friend I have been pictured with on this blog, the question was posed, “What would an on-line magazine look like if Yohji Yamamamoto was the editor?” That question has given me hours of reflection and inspiration.
I can’t wait to hear what you have to say. Knowing you are with me on this takes even a little more off my shoulders.
Accidental Icon Wears:
Poplin Off-the Shoulder Dress: Tibi, Black polished cotton pants: Y’s, Sandals: Charles Jourdan, Silver Hoop Earrings: Robert Lee Morris, Necklace: Efva Attling, Bag: St. Laurent, Sunglasses: Miu Miu
If you want to know how to take more “off your shoulders” see my Pinterest Board, Accidental Icon Loves Shoulders
Perhaps you might add some interviews with others who share the call of the minimalist look. Maybe some of them will (literally) add some color to the mix. I’m 66, in California, and I love your style but I also enjoy color. Just an idea…..
I would think that if Yamamamoto was the editor, the magazine would become more of a global description… explaining and expanding the understanding of cultural, fashion and aging world wide. I hope you would continue your travel and pushing the fashion envelope for those of us who still have so much spark and angst, truly seeing you as an inspiration and mentor of sorts… wanting to express our selves and learn! There is still so much to learn. I hope it all works out for you and for us! We would be enriched!
I would think that if Yamamamoto was the editor, the magazine would become more of a global description… explaining and expanding the understanding of cultural, fashion and aging world wide. I hope you would continue your travel and pushing the fashion envelope for those of us who still have so much spark and angst, truly seeing you as an inspiration and mentor of sorts… wanting to express our selves and learn! There is still so much to learn. I hope it all works out for you and for us! We would be enriched!
I am a fellow black with a little bit of white or grey wearer, probably same age and height bracket. I admire your silhouette of layering, especially dresses over pants. What is your selection process concerning this tricky proportion? A recommendation: Rick Owens t-shirts are spectacular (ebay), both CdG as well as Yamamoto remain life long must haves.
I am a fellow black with a little bit of white or grey wearer, probably same age and height bracket. I admire your silhouette of layering, especially dresses over pants. What is your selection process concerning this tricky proportion? A recommendation: Rick Owens t-shirts are spectacular (ebay), both CdG as well as Yamamoto remain life long must haves.
I really admire how you look to diversify and acknowledge that being older we cannot put things off but just need to get stuck in. I am interested in how architecture can influence and inform fashion. I think that minimal design fashion pieces have a structural form and really love this aspect of their design. It would be great to see collaborations not just with designers, but architects and of course artists.
I really admire how you look to diversify and acknowledge that being older we cannot put things off but just need to get stuck in. I am interested in how architecture can influence and inform fashion. I think that minimal design fashion pieces have a structural form and really love this aspect of their design. It would be great to see collaborations not just with designers, but architects and of course artists.
You should ask him! Your own clean and outstanding look show us you are his soul sister. I’m sure you will get an answer!
One of your admirers from Germany – Ama
You should ask him! Your own clean and outstanding look show us you are his soul sister. I’m sure you will get an answer!
One of your admirers from Germany – Ama
I do agree that you have to add more interviews just to add more info at this experience. My2cents!
I do agree that you have to add more interviews just to add more info at this experience. My2cents!
I found a quote from Yamamoto, about the fashion show he staged in Beijing in spring 2008, which read , "It’s not political. I am going to open a store here, then Chinese people will come and shop there, and then they are happy. The real art is making people happy, but also asking questions about society." I’m rather of the view that everything is political, including fashion. What do others think?
The elements I’d like to see in a magazine:
Maybe 1- 3 full body outfits on the first few pages(from people with style). Then the subsequent pages would deconstruct that outfit, beginning with the accessories to the larger pieces and the background location.
Mix that with an interview of the designer or designers relevant to those elements. An historical-social analysis of the place, style or elements. (choose one or more) I realize there can be limitations.
Definitely:
Related q&a section
Related story or interview of how a person found their style
Related pages on where you can find the items showcased
Related travel story
I want to feel as though I stepped into a specific time and space and you’re taking me on a journey from the outfit to a global space.
I want this magazine to tempt me to keep it so I can keep looking at it over the years.
I’m excited for you and the project. I know it will be beautiful.
What would an on-line magazine look like if models weren’t sexualised/ gendered?
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Oh wow Lynn this sounds truly exciting and if you ever want to collaborate let me know. And btw LOVE those shoes!
Allie of ALLIENYC
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Oh wow Lynn this sounds truly exciting and if you ever want to collaborate let me know. And btw LOVE those shoes!
Allie of ALLIENYC
http://www.allienyc.com