Monthly Archives: November 2012

Fashionista Friday – Madeleine Vionnet’s Roses

Posted on November 30, 2012 by J. Leia Lima

Every once in a while, the influence of a particular designer seems to permeate the fashion industry all at once. These days, it seems like everything is coming up roses—Vionnet roses, that is. Madeleine Vionnet (1876-1975) was a pioneer couturiere … Continue reading →

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Mystery Monday: Chester Greenwood and His Ear Protectors

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Laura Peluso

The Town: Farmington, Maine The Inventor: Chester Greenwood The Event: The Chester Greenwood Day Parade In 1873, fifteen-year-old Chester Greenwood created a new way to keep his ears warm during the cold Maine winters: ear protectors. His idea was popular … Continue reading →

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Mystery Monday

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Laura Peluso

The holiday season is a time for parades, festivals, and celebration. And another mystery! These girls are participating in an annual parade in Maine. For what famous inventor is this parade named? What practical and stylish accessory did s/he design … Continue reading →

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Mystery Monday: Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Laura Peluso

Mystery Monday will return next week on November 26. As you celebrate with friends and family this weekend, will you be dressed in your holiday best, looking as pretty as pie? Or will you be showing your support for your … Continue reading →

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RIP Lea Gottlieb

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Keren Ben-Horin

I was so saddened by the news that fashion designer Lea Gottlieb passed away last Saturday afternoon, she was 94. She lived long and exciting life and inspired many with energy, love of life, and her relentless study of all things beautiful. … Continue reading →

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Fashionista Friday – the Turkey

Posted on November 16, 2012 by J. Leia Lima

While the roasted turkey may be the star of the American Thanksgiving table next Thursday, turkey feathers have had a steady supporting role in the fashion world for centuries.  Last spring, Karl Lagerfeld introduced his Autumn/Winter 2013 Ready-to-Wear collection for … Continue reading →

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Mystery Monday: Elizabeth Hawes

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Laura Peluso

That’s right; this article is about Elizabeth Hawes (1903 – 1971), the fashion designer and author. TO MADELEINE VIONNET the great creator of style in France AND TO THE FUTURE DESIGNERS OF MASS-PRODUCED CLOTHES the world over …So begins Fashion … Continue reading →

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Mystery Monday

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Laura Peluso

“Too intelligent, too wilful! …Not bad taste, however!” …said one member of the press when this young American fashion designer dared to show her collection in Paris. Who is the young American designer described in this article? Think you know? … Continue reading →

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Fashionista Friday – Hélène Fourment

Posted on November 9, 2012 by J. Leia Lima

History has given us plenty of silly headdresses.  But what, exactly, is that thing on her head? In this drawing, currently on display at the Frick Collection, Hélène Fourment is depicted in perfectly period attire, with a devotional prayer book … Continue reading →

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Mystery Monday: Ginette Spanier, La Directrice

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Laura Peluso

Yes, this is Ginette Spanier. She was the directrice of the House of Balmain from 1947 to 1976. In her autobiography, It Isn’t All Mink, Spanier describes her job and its various trials: “…If a seam is not quite right, … Continue reading →

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