Monthly Archives: July 2012

{Neon Touch}

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I almost feel like celebrating as I type in this post, it’s been literally FOREVER since I managed to squeeze in a proper attire collaboration! But I must say, and I think you’ll agree with me on this one, I was in luck striking an encounter with Barbara, our new Brazilian collaborator here on CHIC A LA’ RUSSE!

Those of you that live in New York, know how fickle the whether has been in the past few weeks… It’s extremely hot one day and raining a moment after! To me, the biggest issue running around in the summer is the AC’s… I hate carrying around a lot of stuff, but at the same time, I like to be warm enough to function when I’m indoors…! So, this new addition is a bright life-saver, apparently Rebecca Minkoff knows what she’s doing… This amazing silk scarf is probably my favorite piece at the moment, it’s current, elegant, and surprisingly caring… Not to mention it’s an immediate upgrade to any outfit…

Rebecca Minkoff Neon Silk Scarf, Michael Kors scallop top, H&M skirt, Sunnies I got from a thrift store, DKNY Shoes, Handbag from ALDO, Jewelry from Express, Vintage and H&M…

Photographed by Barbara Raso

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I’ve known Maria ,the creative force behind the brand  MARIA BERMAN – Clothing co., for literally, ages. Back in the day, she was my best friend’s-big-brother’s-girl friend (today they are happily married and managing the brand’s affairs together…) while I was still mostly modeling and picking up sewing courses when possible. I still remember how excited I was when she asked me to be the model for her senior collection from Shenkar College of Design ,the same establishment Alber Elbaz graduated from way before he turned into the man we all know as the kind face behind Lanvin.

My pay was a dress, that was eventually worn off to the T (I never told her, but that was my lucky dress for days to come…), it was dark olive, strapless, with big box pleats at the bust and there wasn’t a time I got away without a compliment or a dozen… Today, she is crafting away in a studio of her own in downtown Tel-Aviv, and selling in the top of the crop boutiques across Israel. Seeing her recent collection this morning, I felt me web-applause are in order. Bravo cherie! I wish I could hop to Tel-Aviv and swirl away in a silky dress, picking up wondering glances as I go…

I LOVE how soft and feminine yet oh so clever this collection is… I’m not sure if Maria ships worldwide, but for you Israeli folks, check out her boutique listing here.

Photographer- Michael Fisch
Jewelry – Paula Bianka
Styling – Maayan Goldman
Hair & Make-Up- Patrick Oved to SOLO
Mode l- Irina Roshik – MC2 Management

 

Peak-A-Boo {Instagrammed Reality}

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What a day! Brutally awaken by two alarm clocks at 7:30 (Hey, it’s summer, anything before noon qualifies as early) and plunged into a classic New-York run-around day! Started off with an early shoot with the insatiable Barbara, a fresh CHIC collaborator on board (I mean, she’s a Brazilian photographer that is married to a Russian guy, I’m not sure if it get’s any better!), from there straight to a drawing session for international illustration students and “for dessert” – I’m off to grab my third cup of coffee for the day with one of the most captivating young ladies I’ve met lately…

Oh! And I almost forgot, I am quite officially addicted to Instagram! It sure took me a while but due to lack of better ways to describe this infectious phenomenon – this is so much fun!!! I hate to admit, but I’m constantly checking up on my friends and their pictorial whereabouts regardless to their current geographic location, I can like my Parisian friends trombone and fall madly in love with my besties new kitty all the way in Tel-Aviv, right about NOW. So, if you are too- sort of possessed – follow me on Instagram here!

Lost & Found

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So you have probably noticed that my web-presence is ever so sparse and to be completely honest, for the past few months I was somewhat lost in sea… At some point, literally nothing made sense anymore and my desire to be swirling around in high heels and posing for the camera (with the exception of the occasions when it actually paid my bills…) completely vanished and my personal style has been through a rigorous transformation, of the busy kind. I think that after this year I truly understand the incredibly busy urban woman profile (and that her being well put together is close to a victory against all odds). Although sweat pants and faded T-shirt’s have NOT made their way to my everyday go-to, I had much more of these then these per say…

And despite the fact I am against bold statements of that kind, I feel as though something that has been lost, found it’s way back to me… ;) In other words, I’m back. And I can’t be more excited, expect many CHIC collaborations coming your way oh so soon!

{I think I’m} IN LOVE

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This morning, while mindlessly browsing and sipping my coffee I found myself simply taken. I suppose that is exactly how men feel when they pass by an astonishingly beautiful woman on the street… They gaze under the influence of confused hypnosis. This lovely creature has captured my attention, and not only because of the spell of her beauty but also because of her attitude. I couldn’t ignore how genuine and bare of pretenses her entire essence is… I don’t know if you got it yet but this Russian goddess (with Armenian roots) is also a mother (depicted with her adorable son above) and all the more intriguing… Currently residing in London with her Angolan partner… Enjoy the sneak peak but do discover for yourselves… Her blog: Intrigue me now… 

I love how her outfits are never over-done or “trying to hard” and above all they never overpower HER and her attitude that makes even the most simple ensemble somewhat edgy and enchanting… Mmmm, J’adore!