Evolution Revolution: Gucci

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Monday, December 5, 2016

The Pussy Grabs Back

It has been non-stop Pussy talk since the obnoxious president elect was exposed for the rude and vile misogynist "celebrity" that he is. His "lockeroom talk" tape created such a stir that I started using the hashtag #ThePussyGrabsBack any time I saw a news story of women standing up for themselves or the rights of their sisters. Any time I shared a powerful image of a woman on my Instagram I used the tag as well. Then the Pussy grabbed back at the second presidential debate when Melania Trump chose to wear a pink GUCCI pussy bow blouse. I wasn't sure if the was trying to make a statement or if she is just that daft and oblivious to the name of the blouse? Gucci did a full collection of these blouses and the choice of pink even made it more ironic and hysterical since the name is a euphemism for female genitalia. It has also historically been referred to as a pussycat bow I should add. The universe has a great sense of humor sometimes. Regardless of the unfortunate connection I love these blouses and think they are timeless and eternally chic!

$1,100 GUCCI Blouse

Speaking of Political Pussy Bow's The British Prime Minister was in power pussy mode in her wardrobe from 1979-1990

The history of the pussy bow or pussycat bow dates back to the 1930's. In 1934, the St. Petersburg Times offered a pattern for an Anne Adams dress featuring a convertible collar which could be worn in four different ways, including as "an intriguingly feminine pussy cat bow tied high under your chin."^(Wiki)

René Boivin 1940 Agnès (Millinery) 1940 Chameleon Brooch Bracelet Vintage advert Jewelry photography by André Durst

The blouse style was seen in the 1960's/70's from fashion houses like CHANEL and YSL and made a resurgence in the business wardrobes of women of the 1980's. It was a great answer to a man's traditional "power" neck tie. The pussy grabs back in 2016! GUCCI had them all over the runway and you can also find a fabulous assortment at both high and low price points and my favorite, VINTAGE!

GUCCI 2016

EVOLUTION VINTAGE

SHOP - RED AND WHITE POLKA DOT'S $50

BURGUNDY AND BLACK PRINT BLOUSE - $50

FLORAL PRINT PUSSY BOW DRESS $45

Thursday, March 20, 2014

Textile Talk: VELVET

Tom Ford F/W 2014

I don't know what it is but recently every where I turn there is another amazing frock constructed from VELVET! It is a BIG trend on the 2014 runways.

Elie Saab/Reem Acra

We saw this fabric adored in the 1990's too. I loved Tom Ford for GUICCI's debut collection in F/W 1995. The velvet tuxedo and those lush velvet pants paired with the satin blouses.

GUCCI 1995

Gucci 1996

The most famous film to use a lot of this fabric is none other than Gone with the Wind. Great balls of fire, I've never seen so much velvet used in one film!

I adore this fabric and although some feel it is a fall/winter fabric I think that you can wear it all year long, in the evening.

This textile is so lush, rich and a source of fabric tactile stimulation.

Did you know? There are 15 types of velvet. (Wiki)

1875 British Ball Gown (MET Museum)

Chiffon (or transparent) velvet: Very lightweight velvet on a sheer silk or rayon chiffon base.

Ciselé: Velvet where the pile uses cut and uncut loops to create a pattern.

Crushed: This type of velvet can be produced by pressing the fabric down in different directions. It can also be produced by mechanically twisting the fabric while wet. The result is patterned appearance that is very lustrous.

Devoré or burnout. A velvet treated with a caustic solution to dissolve areas of the pile, creating a velvet pattern upon a sheer or lightweight base fabric.

Embossed: A metal roller is used to heat-stamp the fabric, producing a pattern.

Hammered: This type is extremely lustrous, appears dappled, and somewhat crushed.

Lyons: A densely woven, stiff, heavier-weight pile velvet used for hats, coat collars and garments.

Mirror: A type of exceptionally soft and light crushed velvet.

Kenneth Cole

Nacré: Velvet with an effect similar to shot silk, where the pile is woven in one or more colours and the base fabric in another, creating a changeable, iridescent effect.

Panné: Also a type of crushed velvet, panné is produced by forcing the pile in a single direction by applying heavy pressure. Sometimes, less frequently, called paon velvet.

Pile-on-pile: A particularly luxurious type of velvet woven with piles of differing heights to create a pattern.

Pile-on-pile voided velvet w Brocading and Boucle wefts 1500-1550

Plain: Commonly made of cotton, this type of velvet has a firm hand and can be used for many purposes.

Utrecht: A pressed and crimped velvet associated with Utrecht, Holland.

Velveteen is a type of imitation velvet. It is normally made of cotton or a combination of cotton and silk. It has a pile that is short (never more than 3mm deep), and is closely set. It has a firm hand and a slightly sloping pile. Unlike true velvet, this type has greater body, does not drape as easily, and has less sheen.

Wedding ring or ring velvet: Another term for devoré and/or chiffon velvets which are allegedly fine enough to be drawn through a ring

Shop Vintage Velvet

Vintage 80's Bill Blass Black Velvet Gown - $350

Vintage Givenchy Velvet & Faux Pearl Dress ~ $600

Vintage Pink Velvet Gown ~ $130

Vintage 1950's Black Dress ~ $110

Vintage 80's Cocktail Dress ~ $60

Vintage Oscar De La Renta Day Dress w Velvet Trim ~ $280

Black (bodice is velvet) & White 70's Maxi Dress ~ $65

1960's Velvet Mini ~ $70

Monday, January 13, 2014

Couch Critique: Golden Globe Fashion

I love award season. I always look forward to seeing the red carpet's to observe what Hollywood's finest (stylist's) assist their clients in wearing on the world stage. I like to keep things positive and highlight the 'fashion winners' from my humble PROFashional perspective. The not so fabulous are left off my list, enough said. Desginer of the night for me was GUCCI; 3 of my top pics were from the chic Italian fashion house. I was also happy to see some Vintage on the carpet, the coolest cape dress and beautiful black and gold. I always applaud 'non generic' fashion choices and the Globes had those too, Thanks Emma Watson and Diane Keaton.

Best BUMP