art inspired: matisse, the red studio
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
This luscious red painting is considered an important transition in art from representational to expressionism; the fiery color and naive flatness expressing more about the process of making art than the still life. I've always loved how Matisse used the blank canvas to outline the images and of course the peek into his studio, which he gave us long before bloggers were posting glimpses into work spaces.
No doubt we're having red moment in fashion, but I have yet to see more than a handful of brave souls making the red from head-to-toe leap. One of the best ways to pull off this monochromatic look is by mixing textures.
Clothes: Moschino Cheap & Chic Bow Neck Swing Coat $1,100; DKNY Tomato Red Button Through Tie Blouse $290; Fox Fur Hat $490; Ralph Lauren Collection Jenibelle satin-covered leather sandals $695; Moschino Cheap & Chic Double Jersey Cropped Trousers $409; Alexander McQueen Soft Clutch With Chain $1,125
No doubt we're having red moment in fashion, but I have yet to see more than a handful of brave souls making the red from head-to-toe leap. One of the best ways to pull off this monochromatic look is by mixing textures.
Clothes: Moschino Cheap & Chic Bow Neck Swing Coat $1,100; DKNY Tomato Red Button Through Tie Blouse $290; Fox Fur Hat $490; Ralph Lauren Collection Jenibelle satin-covered leather sandals $695; Moschino Cheap & Chic Double Jersey Cropped Trousers $409; Alexander McQueen Soft Clutch With Chain $1,125
Labels: Matisse, The Red Studio
posted by Mary Jo at TrustYourStyle at
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
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34 Comments:
Beautiful stuff!
And I love that Matisse kind of blogged :D
Not sure I would brave the red head to toe; I'm afraid it would make me disappear? However, I do have bright red tights along with a black coat and a new yellow purse and feel rather colorful that way! Hmm, should take some pics of that.
OMG, how much I love this selection!! I don't know why but this season I am so into red clothing!! The fur hat is breathtaking! Today I saw a really really beautiful sweater at the store next to my office and I think I'll go buy it! :))
Have a great day, honey!!
xoxoxo
I absolutely love that red wool coat. It makes me think of the one Blair Waldorf wore on Gossip Girl - so pretty!
P.S. I have yet to invest in a fall hat myself; and am unsure of whether I will or not. Hats don't always work for me. :/
I do not have a single red piece- shoes and a bag yes but nothing else and i love it and when i do get there - madly i think i will go head to toe xx
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My favourite colour ever! It is always in fashion,in my opinion.
And i'm afraid i am one of those people who comfortably wears a red outfit, head to toe. Literally head to toe, red hair, red toe nails :-)
Red x
I think we're on the same page with the red inspiration (see my post today!) Love the coat!
I would do it! I'd happily wear pink head to toe! :)
Color is a complete cure-all.
Come around, I have some major color to share... something to share finally. It's been awhile.
Cheers! -Teri
Need more red. Good tips on the textures. Would never have thought of that. And hello...that clutch is to die for!
To be honest, no, I'm not. I do admire those bold enough to wear red from head to toe and I've seen a few fabulous looks. I agree that mixing textures is one of the keys to pull off this outfit. :)
Ada
I really like your blog hunny. I love the way you entwine fashion and art beautifully together. As for the red trend head to toe - hmmm I'll leave that to Santa...and at least he added a bit of black and ha!
C.ULT FRIDAY.
I love Matisse. HOWEVER, I really don't wear red. I think I own one red skirt and a DVF dress that is red and white. That's it. And to add insult to injury, I am not sure when I wore the red skirt last....
I loved how he would give us a peak inside his world too. It is like what bloggers do nowadays :)
Love the red head to toe. I've never done it but will be this Saturday for Halloween. Let's see if I can pull it off some other time :)
xoxo
Red is such a hot color but like you said, all red is a bit tricky to pull off but I think it is all about mixing textures and you will nail the look...
Hugs! ~Angel
Admittedly, I don't have much red in my closet...
I adore Matisse!
Love the inspiration and these ravishing reds, especially the pants!
xoxox,
CC
Red is my favorite color. It instantly perks up my mood! That is why I always keep my nails painted red -- it cheers me up!
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no i am not, but I do love the whole outfit! I would love to see my sister in this outfit. She has black hair and she would look gorgeous in all red. I on the other hand, with red hair not so gorgeous in all red
also, love the textures of suede and satin.
xx
callie
Hi Mary Jo. :) I love Matisse. In fact, when I had a color consulting business a few years ago, I called it Matisse Color Consulting.
Beautiful collection of reds, Mary Jo! Sorry I've been so out of touch. I do think of you and wonder how you're doing. xo
Love your segue from the Matisse to the fashion!! I could never do the head to toe red but would certainly admire someone who successfully could!!
Hmmm I am not sure if I can do red head to toe. I supposed a red cocktail dress but definitely not a suit, I think it may be too overwhelming on me.
great post! love red, it's such an amazing color if used well!
GTBB,
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Love your inspiration for this. So many great things to choose from.
Lee
x
varied views of red reading through your comments box. i like red simply because of the power it gives you.
I love Matisse, and red is one on my favorite color.
It's a beautiful selection Mary Jo.
Nice post as always.
xo
I've never seen red done head to toe before! I love layering pieces of the same color but in different fabrics and prints. Such a great look! ~jen
Methinks you're having a love affair with the color red.
Nice furry red hat though.
Xoxo
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I love red!! Being all Italian, it's my go to color. I recently when to an event wearing a hot, one shoulder strap red dress with red shoes. :)
Hello!
I didn't know this picture.
I dare to wear red from head-to-toe but if I wear a dress, shoes... but with trousers no.
xoxo
i'm so in love with red! that jacket is especially amazing! i wish i could find me some red maternity pants!
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I have a pair of red jeans that I adore wearing and this coat is totally calling my name. Amazing, darling. Muah
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