art inspired: picasso's blue period
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
If the entire staff of Net-A-Porter, Nina Garcia and the front row contingent are any indication, {the collective ensemble yesterday at NY Fashion Week wore 50 shades of cobalt} then no doubt cobalt blue is the chicest color of Fall '12. And if you've been following along with the shows, then you know that all shades of sea blue will carry right into Spring '13.
Today's art inspired fashion post draws on Picasso's blue period, that lasted between 1901 and 1904. Picasso said that the suicide of his friend influenced his paintings and as his depression worsened, he began painting the poor and the outcast, using increasing hues of blue. The paintings from this period became some of Picasso's most popular works, although he suffered financially as well as emotionally during this period.
Details top left clockwise: Joseph Laurent Crepe blazer; Stella McCartney Giannina intarsia wool sweater; Mary Jo Matsumoto Wilde Fold Over Clutch; Tibi Ponte peplum dress; Mary Jo Matsumoto Wilde Shopper; J Crew Cafe Capri pants in Festival Blue; Nicholas Kirkwood suede ankle boots; Mary Jo Matsumoto Wilde Suede Tote.
* Please note: the Picasso paintings above have been cropped to show details of each painting and are a small representation of the many paintings executed during his Blue Period.
Today's art inspired fashion post draws on Picasso's blue period, that lasted between 1901 and 1904. Picasso said that the suicide of his friend influenced his paintings and as his depression worsened, he began painting the poor and the outcast, using increasing hues of blue. The paintings from this period became some of Picasso's most popular works, although he suffered financially as well as emotionally during this period.
Details top left clockwise: Joseph Laurent Crepe blazer; Stella McCartney Giannina intarsia wool sweater; Mary Jo Matsumoto Wilde Fold Over Clutch; Tibi Ponte peplum dress; Mary Jo Matsumoto Wilde Shopper; J Crew Cafe Capri pants in Festival Blue; Nicholas Kirkwood suede ankle boots; Mary Jo Matsumoto Wilde Suede Tote.
* Please note: the Picasso paintings above have been cropped to show details of each painting and are a small representation of the many paintings executed during his Blue Period.
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posted by Mary Jo at TrustYourStyle at
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
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i would do those nicholas kirkwoods and your wilde shopper all day long---is how i would do blue.
it always makes me shake my head how blue is associated with sadness. it makes me so happy. blue being one of my favorite colors, i wear it when i'm feeling extra perky or content.
Lately I have seen more and more blue on blogs and knowing that it would be a big fall color, this makes me happy! Your bags are fantastic---- but I know you hear it all the time!
I'm excited about cobalt blue for fall. I bought a blue jacket last year that I don't really know what to pair with so I avent worn it much. I think I'll be able to wear it with black now that it's the cool color combo.
I admire Picasso, I saw his works in many museums all around the world and it still takes my breath away every single time I look at any of his masterpieces. Just the same way my heart stopped beating for a second when I saw all the blue gorgeousness here;)Electric blue is an amazing colour b/s it suits truly everybody! Love the dress and your bag the most!
Xx
Alexandra
www.fashion-bridge.blogspot.com
Love blue :)) It makes me happy instead of sad really. And I think some of Picasso's most emotive work came out of this period. Loving that blue dress and blue shoes, they are stunning!! Hope you are having a very un-blue week so far doll xox
Love the bold color of blue for this season! It's surely gonna pop. :D
Wish&Wear
Blue is a color with such an amazing range of shades so I'm not surprised that some form of it is always in. I really like the vibrance pf cobalt.
Rowena @ rolala loves
i love that blue bag and boots, so gorgeous! <3
Letters To Juliet
It's amazing how something so tragic can bring such beauty and inspiration. I love all the different phases Picasso went through. To see his life and emotions through his work is pretty incredible. He bled his life into his art...
I'm glad cobalt is in this season. It's such a striking color. I don't think I even own any cobalt, but I'm hoping to change that fact soon. :)
Blue in any shade is my favourite color and Picasso is my favourite artist. Picasso's Blue period is so emotional. I like the Joseph blazer, the Stella McCartney sweater and the Maryjo Tote. So stylish. Thank you for your comment on my blog.
These works convey so much emotion and are so different to the cubist paintings that people usually associate with Picasso. Blue is such an expressive colour and I'm glad to see it trending. That Tibi dress is beautiful, and pairs perfectly with your Wilde tote. Ah one can always dream..
xx Jenee C.
http://camomeetscouture.blogspot.com
Oh, I love these posts. You connect art with fashion in such a wonderful way. Do blue jeans count? :) I'm wearing a pair today with a Banana Republic navy tee and Armani pearly grey heels. Those Nicholas Kirkwood boots are gorgeous, they would go so well with your Wilde Shopper. :)
Ada
Amazing style!!! You have such a fashion sence!!
Best Regards
Miss Margaret Cruzemark
http://margaretcruzemark.blogspot.com/
Tragedy can inspired such emotional and artistic brilliance! Oh how I love that peplum dress - I think I'm finally buying into it!
xoxo,
Chic 'n Cheap Living
I have never thought or associated blue with depression (gray or black sound more like it). Blue was not my color until last year when i first spotted cobalt blue color, it captured my eyes and i have loved blue since.
i've had the bottom middle painting on my phone for so long and i didn't even know it was picasso!!!!!! i feel like you've cracked a code for me!
GREAT POST:)
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Have a great weekend dear
LOVE Maria at inredningsvis.se
(sweden)
I so love Picasso's blue period. Beautiful art inspiration Mary Jo.
I just bought a cobalt blue vintage shirt. This shade of blue is everywhere these days. And for a reason, it is so vibrant and rich.
Have a lovely weekend, Mary Jo.
Red xx
These items are so beautiful. I love this shade of blue. I wish I had those booties and dress.
Tracy @ Sunny Days and Starry Nights
I really like that deep blue tone!
Adore these rich shades of blue!!
xo
Rachel
Picasso had such a beautiful mind, and that top you chose is gorgeous!
I love all your cobalt blue selections!
It is amazing how all of us have a color associated with pain and death...well, I think for most of us is black, but Picasso went for blue, well, for me electric blue is a joyful color, full of energy that I will always wear, plus it underlines my eyes, so...I will for sure follow this indications, Mary Jo. I am so glad that you present us little by little the life of these amazing artists :* Have a beautiful weekend!
I am totally in love with this color!I have a few pieces but I want more..:)
Great selection, Mary Jo!
Have a fabulous weekend!
xoxoxo
Picasso was a genius! I love his works. So much depth and meaning. I'm really into blue. I just started wearing it and love it. Mary Jo, those bags are awesome! Have an amazing weekend and I'll let you know the winner to my giveaway Monday. ((HUG))
http://www.averysweetblog.com/
The shades of blue here are just stunning Mary Jo! Have a great weekend xo
I think that royal blue could be one of my favourite accessories colour: it's bold, but at the same time it's kind of a neutral because it could go with everything. Congratulations on your new collection!
i gotta say i really do love cobalt. i also love turquoise and navy as well. blue is just such a fab color, isn't it? i've been wearing it with grays lately. sorta boring but oh well :)
http://spinning-threads.blogspot.com
Picasso's Blue period is definitely a popular trend!!
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