INSPIRATION: props to the indie!

 

 Christian Lacroix working in his atelier. Photo: The Cut

I've been busy this past week prepping and pulling for the most fabulous editorial shoot. I won't give too many details away, but it's going to be BEAUTIFUL! It's been a blast being able to have fun with the concept and really run with it. Most of all, I've been working with a lot of smaller, independent designers for this shoot who all create their pieces from start to finish from scratch in their homes/studios. Our story is taking on a couture vibe, and these handmade, one-of-a-kind pieces are absolutely beautiful and perfect for the editorial. It is so amazing- and definitely inspirational- to see these designers crafting exquisite pieces by hand out of love. A small designer is no less of a designer than one that has "made" it, in fancy showrooms and all, and the creations I've seen are the result of passion, love, and dedication. If you've ever felt like making something yourself, you should try it...it is great satisfaction to take something born from an idea and see it develop through to its completion. I'll keep you updated with pics of the shoot- time to sleep. Goodnight!