Boston's enjoying some unseasonably warm weather this late into November, so it's rather fitting that this Indian summer coincides with our fashion editorial story photographed at the Wellesley greenhouses.
Boston: MFA: Tracy Aiguier
Since moving to Boston last year and shooting at Boston Fashion Week, I've wanted to meet fashion photographer Tracy Aiguier, who I'd heard so much about. Yesterday, I was lucky to meet her at the Museum of Fine Arts for her fashion photography demonstration.
Tracy went through a series of four fashion shoots with models Sherika Pitsch and Nicole Hoehle, with makeup and hair by Mariolga Pantazopoulos, and was assisted by photographer Feda Eid. All the looks sported were from the School of Fashion Design - we loved the LBD with the pockets designed by the model who sported the look herself!
Lighting techniques varied from soft boxes to a massive parabolic to some back lighting to enhance the clothing's texture and detail. Tracy also invited volunteers to come up and try their hand at a few shots (and with some persuading from Lei Ann, I did - thank you Lei Ann (on duty) for capturing me in action!)
It was so nice to hear Tracy speak about her love for fashion and photography, how some things have changed in the industry with the rise of digital formats (cameras, iPhones, Instagram), young people who shoot for free and how sometimes it doesn't matter how you get the shot as long as you get it, which is something I believe in, myself.
It was a terrific demo at the MFA, thanks Tracy! And it was nice to see some familiar faces like Jay Calderin, Eric Levin, and to hang out with friends Lei Ann, Nicolle and Helena.
Tracy Aiguier will be doing another fashion photography demo on Wednesday November 14 from 5:30pm-8pm at the Druker Family Pavilion, and if you're going to the MFA, be sure to check out the Mario Testino exhibit while you're there!
Jay Calderin takes a photo of the team for this.
Boston: SOWA Blogger Meetup
Location:
The South End Buttery + SOWA Market, Boston
I'm always up for any blogger meetup ops, or meet-ops, and one such opportunity arose when Elizabeth from Miami tweeted that she was going to be in Boston this past weekend. A glorious plan to meet on Sunday morning at the Southend Buttery, then head to the SOWA market, was born.
Here's how Anna, Natalie, Melissa, Elizabeth and I spent our Sunday morning. We even ran into Anne from Adjewelry who has a jewelry shop at SOWA. I purchased a pretty bracelet for my niece's upcoming birthday.
And thank you Anna for the following Instagram:
Here's the item I purchased for my niece from Anne's SOWA shop:
And here's Anne at SOWA (via Instagram)
Boston: Zoora Shoot, Teaser
Had a ball with Aubrie and Rachel at yesterday's shoot for Zoora's Capsule Collection, which we saw at the Liberty Hotel not long ago. We shot at the very cool Mass Challenge space at One Marina Park Drive in Boston.
Here's a sneak peek of the shoot. Be sure to check out Zoora's Capsule Collection for custom Spring looks for under $100!
Greece: Santorini, Stripes
You know how the Greek flag has stripes on it? I gravitated towards that but switched up the colour.
More Stripes Pinspiration.
Boston: Zoora Capsule Collection
Last night Zoora had a capsule collection show at The Liberty Hotel for their Fashionably Late series, in Boston.
A beautiful collection of designer items (custom piece all under $100) made the walk around the gorgeous hotel that used to be The Charles St. Jail.
It was nice to hang out with some blogger faves, the coolest couple we know, Kate and Jack, from Union Jack Creative, Danielle from Story of Style and Helena from The Honey Flower Girl, who you've also seen here.
Greece: Mykonos, Cobalt
When you think of Greece, don't you immediately think white and blue? I do, and did.
I paired a cobalt maxi skirt (that had some mirror-work) with a white cowl neck T-shirt for a night on the town. More bright hues for the Spring and into Summer.
Greece: Mykonos: Stripes
As seen in Mykonos. I love the simple black flats with the striped dress and the brown bag.
Other summer stripe inspiration on my Pinterest, here!
Greece: Acropolis: Flowers
Greece: Athens, The Acropolis, Hat
I thought this little girl was adorably dressed for the BLAZING HEAT! There was literally NO SHADE to hide under over the entire spanse of the Acropolis. I didn't have my trusty straw fedora with me on this trip, like I did in Paris.
In the heat a hat is a smart idea.
Here's more summer hat inspiration on my Pinterest.
Greece: Athens, Shift Dress + Happy Spring!
I'm digging her bright yet simple shift dress. As seen from across the Acropolis, Athens.
This has me thinking about buying something as simple, modern and timeless as the shift dress.
More inspiration, here, in Spring's hottest trends:
Yellow, Florals, Colourblock, Stripes
Happy First Day of Spring!
Greece: Red Pants
It's time to move on to GREECE! Spring's here and it's feeling like Summer, so it's time to break out the cottons and linens and dream about tropical vacations, sandy beaches, and crystal blue waters.
This man has red pants AND red shoes.
What sunny destination are you dreaming of today?
Happy St. Paddy's Day!
How about wearing MINT for St. Paddy's Day, for taking in the parade in Southie? Or drinking green beer in a hidden Irish pub in Boston?
Whatever you end up doing, enjoy the weekend!
Happy St. Paddy's Day!
NYC: Fur Hats
These ladies wore their faux fur hats really well and although I purchased a trapper hunter's hat while in NYC, it wasn't quite so luxurious.
What are your thoughts on fur hats? Real or Faux?
New York Fashion Week: SEEN: Bill Cunningham
It made my NYF WEEK when I got to exchange a few words with Bill Cunningham! I spotted him in the tent and scurried after him to get a shot, then tapped him on the arm and told him what a huge fan of his I was. He said,
"Are you having a good time shooting?"
I nodded vigorously and he smiled and said,
"Just keep on shooting."
Good advice. If you haven't seen it yet, the film.
