art inspired: rothko, no. 61 (rust and blue)
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Mark Rothko, although often labeled a 'color field' painter, felt color was merely an instrument to convey basic human emotions--what critics called his "concern for tragedy, ecstasy and doom." I was 18 when I first saw his paintings in person, and kept going back to the Tate Gallery over and over to view his giant sorrowful, meditative paintings. His deep blues still inspire me and feel like such a perfect fit for fall.
Do you find yourself drawn to blue this season?
Mark Rothko, No. 61 (Rust and Blue), 1953, 115 cm × 92 cm (45 in × 36 in). Courtesy Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles
Missoni blue and beige knit sleeveless Forte dress $885; Hervé Léger Royal Blue Bandage Dress $2,085; Marni Petal-Embellished Taffeta Top $2,270/sale: $570 - theoutnet.com; Ann Demeulemeester Jacket Dora Aniline $2,765; Ksubi - Super Spray On Jeans $170; Christian Louboutin shoes $765; Marc Jacobs Snake Ballet Flat $640; Alexander Wang Navy Rocco Duffle Bag $1,130; Chloe bag Royal Blue $1,665; Mary Portas Amethyst Ring Purple - House of Fraser $390; Brenda Lynn Rabbit Hair Fedora $398; Navy knot detail gloves $16; Miu Miu square sunglasses $195; Dior Vernis 'Fall 2011' Nail Lacquer Purple Revolution $22
Do you find yourself drawn to blue this season?
Mark Rothko, No. 61 (Rust and Blue), 1953, 115 cm × 92 cm (45 in × 36 in). Courtesy Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles
Missoni blue and beige knit sleeveless Forte dress $885; Hervé Léger Royal Blue Bandage Dress $2,085; Marni Petal-Embellished Taffeta Top $2,270/sale: $570 - theoutnet.com; Ann Demeulemeester Jacket Dora Aniline $2,765; Ksubi - Super Spray On Jeans $170; Christian Louboutin shoes $765; Marc Jacobs Snake Ballet Flat $640; Alexander Wang Navy Rocco Duffle Bag $1,130; Chloe bag Royal Blue $1,665; Mary Portas Amethyst Ring Purple - House of Fraser $390; Brenda Lynn Rabbit Hair Fedora $398; Navy knot detail gloves $16; Miu Miu square sunglasses $195; Dior Vernis 'Fall 2011' Nail Lacquer Purple Revolution $22
Labels: Mark Rothko, No. 61 (Rust and Blue)
posted by Mary Jo at TrustYourStyle at
Tuesday, October 04, 2011
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24 Comments:
I am loving the rust! And never thought to pair it with blue! Adore!
I have a cobalt blue dress that normal gets no use (not sure why...), but I have been wearing it quite a bit this fall! I guess I have been attracted to this trend!
blue is catching me lately, so i loved this :)
I want that bag! Love that color...
I am so drawn to blue this season. I have my eye on a cobalt blue bag and blue suede boots!
pve
I scored some cobalt skinnies tonight!!
I always find myself drawn to blue, love every shade. And I could never resist a Missoni dress. :)
Ada
There is always a bit of blue in my wardrobe, regardless of the season. I'm really loving the Chanel/Dior blue nails this season...!
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It's a very nice inspiration.
I love this artist and your selection is so perfect.
I love that shade of Dior nail polish and the blue bag! Gorgeous post ~Jen
Love Rothko and this post, especially the dresses!
xoxox,
CC
OMG I looooove that Herve L Dress! Gorgeous selection!
Love the blue and the burgundy - i am so loving all the colour this season x
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Love the blue pants! I have red and green, but blue is next on my list :)
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I absolutely love blue and it's so gorgeous paired with burgundy. I love to wear burgundy shoes with a blue dress or top :)
Hope you're having a great week! xoxo
Blue was always such a beautiful colour :)
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Most definitely I am finding myself interested in exploring different shades of blue. Some are not so flattering on asian skintone, but others work well! I would love an herve leger dress...and you were in the tylie malibu store??? We don't have one in Chicago but I bet it is awesome :D
the inspiration is genius. I want to randomly pick a favorite painting for photo and try to make an outfit around it. it'll be hard, but you gave me a great idea!
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well I'm definitely feeling it now! Holy cripes, I want that painting for my apartment. I'm sure it's totally in my price range too, haha.
Big rothko fan! I've tried to recreate his for my apt. No dice. This is probably my favorite.
Thank you for an introduction to an incredible artist! His work is so simple but powerful. As for blue, I find myself drawn to that color EVERY season.
I love Rothko, so i love this post!
love the idea of blue and purple together. it's such a great combo!!!
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great selection
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