art inspired: alex katz, red smile
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
The graphic punch of an Alex Katz piece is unmistakable; his portraits are some of the most recognizable images in contemporary art. His model and muse for half a century has been his wife, Ada, who appears in over 250 of his paintings. I thought her classic American white blouse and bright red lips were a perfect jumping off place for this week's art inspired fashion post.
Along with finding the perfect white tee, having a really good (meaning versatile, soft and/or crisp, go-anywhere) white shirt for summer is right up there on my list of summer-must-haves.
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Wednesday, June 27, 2012
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Cool! I do have a short-sleeved white shirt but mostly use it as sunblock / to cover my shoulders a bit :-o
Should probably get a nicer one!
Red lips - hell yeah!
Mary Jo, you speak my language. I have one short-sleeved Tommy Hilfiger white shirt I've been sporting this summer, but I can't say it's the perfect white shirt. Although great in fabric (cotton) and cut, I've always preferred long sleeves in a white shirt, even in summer, to roll them up.
I don't think there's a better accessory than a red lipstick for this timeless piece. :)
Ada
great post :)
I love a sultry red lip and one can never go wrong with NARS. The classic white shirt doesn't fascinate me, since it's standard work wear for men. I certainly wouldn't splurge on one.
I am a new convert of a red lip and have loved Chanel Gabrielle. i just got a Revlon shade (though I think I left it at my parent's place - oy!) and would love to try it too!
xoxo,
Chic 'n Cheap Living
I actually am hunting down a new white button-down right now. Really great for dressing up & down!
Fun painting! And how romantic that his wife is his muse!
I know it's a total fashion staple but I don't actually own a white button down. It just doesn't work well with my aversion to ironing and whenever I wear white I seem to be a total dirt magnet. I think it looks so chic on other people though :)
Rowena @ rolala loves
Great roundup of white shirts Mary Jo...I tend to just go with my basic white tee from H&M...$3, haha.
Red and white are the colours which lift me most, so you are preaching to the choir here!
I hav many favorites... Usually after the summer season they have to go because they've been abuse so much... Ha!
The jeans and white shirt looks is one I love and I don't have a white shirt! Will have to remedy that, maybe with the MJ?
So pretty! I've never dared to wear red.
Love the white shirt inspiration - a good all time classic - love the artwork, bold & confident!
♥
Melissah
Red and white, i love this color combo. It's so pretty.
It's a beautiful portrait. Your selection of shirts is great.
xoxo
Love the steals and the red lipstick!
xoxox,
CC
Such a classic classy combination! I have a few white shirts and absolutely in love with the silk one - very classic shape, two pockets, you name it, it's there. :)
x
I love that his muse is his wife,so beautiful,love the bold solid colours.
Hope your having a wonderful week x
I can't stop admiring how you find inspiration in art and how you interpret it into the world of fashion! amazing!
Xx
Alexandra
www.fashion-bridge.blogspot.com
I have a few white button-down linen shirts that I bought at Forever 21 (for under $15 each!) a few years ago that I absolutely love. Sometimes I tie the ends to make it a crop top; other times I tuck them into my shorts or skinny jeans. No matter how they are styled they always look so polished and pretty.
P.S. I always do a heavy eye, so I stick with nude lips myself; but I do love how red lips look on others! :)
I love white shirts as you know, just the feeling of putting one on is marvelous to me :))) In fact, I found a long forgotten one in my wardrobe as I was cleaning it out and it still fits perfectly. Nice to wear in the summer when things get humid. I think I'll wear it this week with my tulle skirt!! I love red lipstick, I'm still looking for one that I enjoy on myself though. I always think it looks so classy. Reminds me of being little and the older ladies putting it on and letting me have a little on too ;) It's just so nice. Hope you are having a wonderful week :) xox
Very inspiring post. Your choices are always so stylish and refined!!!!
Best Regards
Miss Margaret Cruzemark
http://margaretcruzemark.blogspot.com/
I just love this, Mary Jo! A white shirt and red lip is so classic and chic. Will definitely let you know if I uncover the perfect white shirt :) xoxo
I love that portrait; her red lips are stunning. The knot front shirt is my favorite! Hadn't seen it before.
ohhh Alex Katz...this takes me back to grad school :) White shirts...gosh, now I feel the need to shop even more for the perfect button down. I think Madewell would be a good choice. They don't disappoint often.
:)
Allison
A's Fashion Files
i just bought and received the BEST white shirt from chicwish...the laid back artists tee...it's lovely!
How cute!
I have a favourite white silk blouse, sadly its much too sheer for winter, and covering it in a jacket seems like a crime ;)
Love red lipstick!
Gorgeous examples of white shirts
x
I like that simple and chic look...
white shirt+red lipstick!
I LOVE a red lip but you really have to be in the right mood to wear it, I find xo
Good selection! The portrait is very nice. Very special :)
xx
www.sickbytrend.com
Mary Jo, thank you for introducing me to this artist: the portrait and its vibrant colours are absolutely stunning! I have so many white shirt and tops...all my favourite! Regarding red lips, I am a fan, but a recent one...since I discovered the right shade for me - MAC's Ruby Woo - I understood the charm of this colour: you can wear the simplest of the outfits and a red lipstick can make the overall look very glamorous.
loving this idea of the perfect white tee and that red lipstick. it's my favorite kind from NARS!
xo TJ
Beautiful post. Even if I haven't yet figured out this look:).
Beautiful look, even if it's one I haven't mastered.
I have plenty of white tshirts, but I need to invest in an nice white button down top. It goes with nearly everything! I love the one from Old Navy!
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if i were to splurge i would definetly go with something more elaborate!! for this plain white but pretty shirt i would go with old navy!
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