art inspired: georgia o'keeffe, cow's skull with calico roses
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Georgia O'Keeffe's beautiful hands always struck me, along with the boldness of her many nude photos for Stieglitz, who she posed for long before they were married. Now, I look at her work and I'm taken by her many skulls, bones, and the unrelenting look at the passage of life and death. I can't help but marvel at how brave and independent she was to take off for northern New Mexico, spending long periods of time alone painting in remote conditions where the wind was so strong she would struggle to keep the canvas on an easel and the sun was so hot she would rest underneath her car in the afternoons. Not only was Georgia O'Keeffe one of the first women artists to be widely celebrated in the U.S., but eventually she became synonymous with the American Southwest, which prior to her work, had only been celebrated by male artists.
Since it's officially time to break out your white dresses, this week's art inspired fashion post draws from the creamy whites of Cow's Skull With Calico Roses. The slash of black in the otherwise neutral tones of this painting gives a sense of heightened drama; I think it works for fashion too. Not to mention, there's something so romantic about an off-white lace dress for summer...
Would you wear this art-inspired look? {If you'd like to see more art-inspired outfits, you can check out the right hand index}.
Alberta Ferretti embroidered dress, 3,198 Euros; Diane von Furstenberg leather tie belt, $281; Beaded jewelry, $399; King Baby Studio - Onyx Bead Bracelet with Carved Bone Skull, $190; Jordan Scott 18k bracelet, $462; Joya Composition No. 1 Parfum, $112; Chanel sandals; Vintage Chanel shoulder bag, 1,850 GBP; Love Rocks NY 14k Cow Skull necklace, $850.
Since it's officially time to break out your white dresses, this week's art inspired fashion post draws from the creamy whites of Cow's Skull With Calico Roses. The slash of black in the otherwise neutral tones of this painting gives a sense of heightened drama; I think it works for fashion too. Not to mention, there's something so romantic about an off-white lace dress for summer...
Would you wear this art-inspired look? {If you'd like to see more art-inspired outfits, you can check out the right hand index}.
Alberta Ferretti embroidered dress, 3,198 Euros; Diane von Furstenberg leather tie belt, $281; Beaded jewelry, $399; King Baby Studio - Onyx Bead Bracelet with Carved Bone Skull, $190; Jordan Scott 18k bracelet, $462; Joya Composition No. 1 Parfum, $112; Chanel sandals; Vintage Chanel shoulder bag, 1,850 GBP; Love Rocks NY 14k Cow Skull necklace, $850.
Labels: Cow's Skull With Calico Roses, Georgia O'Keeffe, Stieglitz
posted by Mary Jo at TrustYourStyle at
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
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27 Comments:
I would definitely wear it! Love the dress and the shoes, and the accessories,...love them all!!! Great post, sweetie, as always! xoxoxo
I love the mix of black and white - it is stunning! I would definitely wear this art-inspired look. And the Chanel...love! :)
Yes, I would...Its beautiful and that dress is totally romantic! Have a fantastic Tuesday, sweetie
Kisses
Wow, that's the first time I've noticed her hands! They are beautiful and slender! Love the pieces you chose for this post ... and the necklace sooooo says Georgia! Have a wonderful week, Mary Jo! xoxo
This is so utterly inspired, I live how your mind seamlessly meanders from art to fashion. I would most definitely wear it.
Another lesson of art. I'm looking forward to these posts every week, Mary Jo. :) An off-white lace dress with a black ribbon belt would be an inspiring, beautiful choice for a romantic summer night. :)
Georgia O'Keeffe has long been a hero of mine. Because of the risks she took and her pursuit of passion.
As far as the look goes--- I drool a little bit everytime I see a vintage Chanel bag.... I am like Pavlov's dog.
wow, i had no idea that Georgia O'Keeffe would paint in such adverse conditions..it was really interesting reading about her history here. i would totally wear this outfit. love the lace dress. happy new week, mary jo!
It is a rather steamy day here so yes to anything lacy and loose...and yes to any of Georgia's artworks.
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What a great post. That painting is amazing. Thanks for stopping by my blog! Looking forward to seeing more of yours!!
this is the absolute perfect interpretation of the painting....the dress is absolutely stunning! xo
I so love the WHITE. Great painting too! Love the post.
Great what you put together here. Love the 'bone white'
Amazing inspiration and look!
Love the dress ~ would totally wear it!
xoxox,
CC
That lace dress is just beautiful!
She does have beautiful hands - you're so right. My friend paid her way through Uni with hand modeling and beautiful hands are rare. Love her paintings, this one is so creamy and romantic, yet its a cow skull. So clever. The skull necklace and lace dress are so cool, Inspired choices on your part.
Loving this Georgia inspired look. That necklace is awesome!
This is art.. I love the white one
Lee x
absolutely - she's also my favorite artist.
that is SUCH a great match to o'keefe!!
love the look. lace with black is such a great combo! these are seriously my favorite posts, Mary Jo. i love being inspired by art!
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loving this white dress inspiration, it's so pretty :)
I so love these posts! Love the fact you found a necklace reflecting the art work.
This look is perfection, right down to the details (that necklace!) love everything about it!
That dress is just gorgeous, Mary Jo...beautiful collection! xo
i love the inspiration for this outfit. i think i need that necklace too. it's fantastic.
I love love love this outfit and would wear it in a moment! Beautifully put together, Mary Jo... I have always wanted those lovely Chanel sandals and was thrilled and surprised (because I don't normally shop there) when Bebe came out with a similar pair. I usually don't like buying something so close, but couldn't resist. Of course the quality would never be the same or the design for that matter, but every time I wear them, I am reminded of Chanel... and will enjoy them, hoping to one day buy the real pair :)
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