Post Tagged with: "fashion photography"

Phillip Toledano: A New Kind of Beauty

Phillip Toledano: A New Kind of Beauty

I came across New York based photographer, Phillip Toledano, and his work is really phenomenal.  I would even go as far as calling him an architect in photography; he incorporates everything from depth to design in his subjects.  The results, a dynamic image.  It pulls you in and in his philosophy: “For me, fashion photography [...]

Mataano, a Fashion Line by Somali Twins

Mataano, a Fashion Line by Somali Twins

I first saw them on Oprah as they beautifully acknowledged their Somali heritage and revealed that their fashion line, Mataano, means “twins” in their native language (Somali). I was proud to see some more black fashion designers emerging into the world of couture. They were an instant favorite.  I later on checked out their inspirational on their  website.  I was very impressed [...]

Jourdan Dunn, Sessilee Lopez, Arlenis Sosa, and Chanel Iman (in i-D)

Jourdan Dunn, Sessilee Lopez, Arlenis Sosa, and Chanel Iman (in i-D)

This to me was an excellent 2009 cover that reveals Edward Enninful’s, the Fashion Director, reaching to the depths of his creative mastermind. The four girls look great drenched in colors from the 90′s and shot by the talented photographer Emma Summerton. These ladies were truly captured in their best for the September 2009 cover. [...]

I am Back Full Force

I am Back Full Force

Back after a hiatus of travel hence my missing presence on this site. But here I am again and ready to provide and nourish you hungry, cultured, fashionists and fashionistas, poetess and poets.  Apologies and I missed you all and hope you missed me too. Here is a little distraction to distract you from throwing [...]