art inspired: de kooning, pink angels
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
The gorgeous shades of pink, peach and goldenrod of William de Kooning's Pink Angels became this week's inspiration, as it's impossible for me to stop thinking about how the tiny Italian sub-trend of pastels for FW '12 has been thrown front and center with the dramatic Jil Sander show. What does this means for the otherwise more black-heavy-than-usual Fall wardrobe? And where will cotton candy pastels fit into the black/cobalt/red theme so staunchly established during NY Fashion week?
De Kooning's oil and charcoal Pink Angels, {1945} is the point where he rejected traditional figurative painting, dismembering the human form in a style compared to the meshing of Picasso and Gorky. It's all the more remarkable for being simultaneously violent, mythical and surrealist, without any direct reference to these considerations. Just as Pink Angels is considered to be one of de Kooning's landmark paintings, Raf Simons' final collection for Jil Sander is a culmination of 7 years of consumate designing, and my prediction is that it will be creating waves in the fashion world that will only begin to be pieced together as its influence emerges in street fashion next September.
So tell me: will you be team heavenly angels or team dark side come next fall?
Below are a few pieces to tide us through the long spring/summer season into the promise of a soft and pretty fall. You can find most of this wardrobe at Amazon and begin to piece together the outfit.
Details: Paul Smith jacket, $830; Alexander McQueen scarf $450; Tibi silk crepe top $245; Chanel vintage coin necklace $2,280; Dolce & Gabbana light pink leather day bag $1,360; Miu Miu wallet $200; Rag & Bone jeans $190; Giuseppe Zanotti black patent T-bar sandals $890; Mary Jo Matsumoto Floating Lotus 4FREE Nail Color {from the Beachcomber Trio}; Oscar de la Renta gold plated seaglass earrings $200; Illesteva Frieda Golden Rod sunglasses $200.
De Kooning's oil and charcoal Pink Angels, {1945} is the point where he rejected traditional figurative painting, dismembering the human form in a style compared to the meshing of Picasso and Gorky. It's all the more remarkable for being simultaneously violent, mythical and surrealist, without any direct reference to these considerations. Just as Pink Angels is considered to be one of de Kooning's landmark paintings, Raf Simons' final collection for Jil Sander is a culmination of 7 years of consumate designing, and my prediction is that it will be creating waves in the fashion world that will only begin to be pieced together as its influence emerges in street fashion next September.
So tell me: will you be team heavenly angels or team dark side come next fall?
Below are a few pieces to tide us through the long spring/summer season into the promise of a soft and pretty fall. You can find most of this wardrobe at Amazon and begin to piece together the outfit.
Details: Paul Smith jacket, $830; Alexander McQueen scarf $450; Tibi silk crepe top $245; Chanel vintage coin necklace $2,280; Dolce & Gabbana light pink leather day bag $1,360; Miu Miu wallet $200; Rag & Bone jeans $190; Giuseppe Zanotti black patent T-bar sandals $890; Mary Jo Matsumoto Floating Lotus 4FREE Nail Color {from the Beachcomber Trio}; Oscar de la Renta gold plated seaglass earrings $200; Illesteva Frieda Golden Rod sunglasses $200.
Labels: art inspired fashion post, Pink Angeles, William deKooning
posted by Mary Jo at TrustYourStyle at
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
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48 Comments:
Gah! Mary Jo that nail color is divine! And I LOVE those earrings and McQueen Scarf. Gorg! :)
great inspiration... im loving throse earrings!
xo
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Love the painting as well as the clothes combination!
I'm really enjoying the pastels of the moment. Want to incorporate a lot of color into my wardrobe this spring and summer. Not sure about fall. Lovely pieces!
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Gorgeous! I love those sunnies and that scarf!!
From Brooklyn with love,
Jen
I really liked the fact that there are so many interesting trends in terms of silhouettes and colours and I think I would love to try them all (of course, not everything at the same time...)! Mary Jo, you created another beautiful pastel look!
I already love Raf Simons' collection's influence. And you found its equivalent in painting too, as you wonderfully succeed in every art inspired post. I've been trying more and more to transition from the dark colours of the cold season towards softer shades and even pastels. So far I've done so by the power of accessories, scarves and a three-toned bowling bag (a combination of coral, green and cream). Maybe I will be bold enough to wear something more next fall. I know I can rely on all the street style inspiration out there. xo
Ada
so much pink i love it!!
ohmygoshhhhh, PINK PANTS. I want them in this gorgeous flamingo color.
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I love this combination of colours so much! I never wear it, or have never worn so far, but I love looking at those shades because they are full of lightness and joy. x
I can't begin to telly ou how much I love this piece!!!!!!
And yes, Raf Simons collection has stuck with me as well....
Love the necklace, shell and shoes!
Love Love this look! I am dying for a pastel blazer!
Beautiful inspirations and look!
Love the pink pants and your matching nail polish ~ fabulous!
xoxox,
CC
great minds think alike... my post today is all pink too!
ha ha ha Mary Jo you really made me laugh! I hope that the 'fringe accident' didn't cause any real damage. Not onto the issue at hand, I really never owned a lot of pink items before, but looking at your collage makes CRAVE these soft hues (especially those pants, the BF blazer, the bag and those omg-lipsticks). I guess this makes me part of team heavenly angels! x
Oh wow! You've totally inspired me... I also really wish I had this print in my living room, it's so gorgeous... Plus I think I might do my nails in these shades now - pink and gold!
Thanks!!!
x.o.x.o
p.s I was also not bowled over by the Oscar Frocks... heard the Vanity Fair party had more exciting dresses!
Oh pants... I wrote a really long comment and I'm not sure it's saved! LOVE the painting the picks - yes please to pink pants! Plus I'll be doing my nails pink with half moon in gold now!
x.o.x.o
I love the idea of a soft and pretty fall. I'm hoping that's where I'll be come September and October. It's definitely out of the ordinary for me and my NYC wardrobe :)
xoxo
I totally welcome the idea of cotton candy pastels for Fall. It would almost feel like keeping the spirit of summer alive through one's wardrobe. I'm all for pink year round since it's my happy color ;)
I totally welcome the idea of cotton candy pastels for Fall. It would almost feel like keeping the spirit of summer alive through one's wardrobe. I'm all for pink year round since it's my happy color ;)
What an amazing source of inspiration. I totally adore all of your picks especially that pink handbag.
I love how you take art and weave it with fashion..
I think this fall and spring will be a lot different for me know that I will be saving for my dream house back in Connecticut..
xo
m
Your choice of colors here are so refreshing, love it.
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beijos
Love your inspiration and how you selected these pieces around that artwork. The colors are gorgeous. xo style, she wrote
You always have amazing posts about fashion and art!!I love this look!
xoxoxo
Mary Jo, your painting inspired posts are my favorites! love William deKooning's work and your choices. big hugs
It's a very nice inspiration.
The painting is beautiful and these pieces so pretty. Lovely colors.
Fashion and arts, it's always a great combination.
xo
Such pretty sorbet colours - love it!
Emma xo
Oh Mary Jo the pinks these days are making me grin from ear to ear. Definitely not on the "dark side" these days. ;)
Im in love with that art piece and those jeans are truly adorable. I love! Kisses and hugs, darling.
Gosh I am loving that almost mustard shade with the pink (I am always a bit frightened of pink but this is a lovely combo). Also love the two shades of pink, peach together, really modern.
I swear I always learn something new here! It's like a little Humanities class. Love it.
All these shades of pink make me want Spring to be here this instant. I've never wore an outfit with so much pink, but I lovvve this one.
WOW I am loving all shades of pinks too!
You know I love pink!
Lovely inspirations!!! This blazer's color is amazing.
Just got a shell-pink hat at H&M. Wasn't sure but decided it would work (loved the snakeskin print band). Now I see your post! I am affirmed.
Love, Jean
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I would be hoping I am a heavenly angel!! Although probably more suited to the dark side!!!
Loved that last Raf Simons collection.
Carla xx
Happy Thursday!
I want this outfit, NOW
Oh,that Dolce&Gabbana light pink bag is adorable! XX
I love all the nuance and shading in the painting - the different shades in the earrings could be a match!
xoxo,
Chic 'n Cheap Living
love this art inspired outfit. i'm still a pink girl even though i'm an adult. it's just so much fun! i love the pink jeans and that lipstick color is fab. of course your nail color is gorgeous too!
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This is delectable!! Gorgeous painting and pieces!! xox
Amazing outfit you put together! I am beyond obsessed with the blushy/peachy/pinky colors out there right now and will definitely continue them into fall!
Perfect inspiration!!
xx
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I bought a pink pair of jeans this weekend (this is very daring for my mostly neutral wardrobe!)
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