Babykakes In LA

Fashion Collage

2012-02-15T11:55:00.000-08:00

Wild Dreams

2012-02-04T11:49:00.000-08:00

The November 2010 issue of Vogue Germany

Photographer: Greg Kadel

Model: Liu Wen.

Sorry I've kind of been out of commission. Computer died, waiting to get new one. Until then, fewer posts, but keep checking in! xoxo

Pretty Little Mermaid

2012-01-16T11:20:00.000-08:00

Artist Jennifer Healy

Tie-Dye Dream

2012-01-05T12:30:00.000-08:00

The Alisse, Angie and Paola for Somos Magazine Shoot

Photographers Zahira and Geber

With temps in LA in the 70's and the holidays over, spring is in the air (for now). I'm packing up all the dreary clothes and breaking out some fun dresses!

Rainbow Brite

2012-01-05T12:21:00.000-08:00

Nippon February 2012

"Keeping the Faith"

Blurred Vision

2012-01-05T11:18:00.000-08:00

Model: Gertrud Hegelund

Photographer: Sebastian Kim

Numero "Ensorceleuse"

Happy New Year!!!

2011-12-27T10:57:00.000-08:00

Hope everyone has a happy & healthy New Year!

Thank you for your support in 2011!

Looking forward to a GREAT 2012!

xoxo Babykakes

Popsicle Spring

2011-12-27T10:43:00.000-08:00

Sneak-peek at spring 2012's color palate.

Vogue Japan 2012

Model: Magdalena Frackowiak

Stylist: Giovanna Battaglia

Photographer: Sharif Hamza

Chocolate Craving

2011-12-27T09:55:00.000-08:00

More from Eugenio Recuenco. These make me crave chocolate. Mmmm.

NEO-Romantic

2011-12-27T09:49:00.000-08:00

Vogue Italia June 2009

Pretty as a Picture

2011-12-20T09:31:00.000-08:00

Creative Mary Katrantzou S/S 2012 LookBook from photographer Erik Madigan Heck

White Christmas

2011-12-19T11:49:00.000-08:00

Vogue Italia, March 2007 by Paolo Roversi Vogue Italia, April 2010 by Paolo Roversi

Lara Stone by Mario Testino, Vogue UK, 2007

Sheer Magazine Issue 1

Vogue UK December 2010

Hope everyone has a great holiday!!!
xoxo Babykakes

Eugenio Recuenco Part Dos

2011-12-19T11:40:00.000-08:00

I wasn't kidding. This is another editorial from Photographer Eugenio Recuenco. Oh, and believe it, there's gonna be more. :)

Eugenio Recuenco

2011-12-19T11:36:00.000-08:00

I might have to dedicate an entire week to the images from Spanish fashion photographer, Eugenio Recuenco. This is just one of many series he has done. He works exclusively in Spain for Vogue. Stay tuned for more!

Mommy Dearest

2011-12-19T11:23:00.000-08:00

Numero Magazine Issue 97

12 Days of Christmas

2011-12-15T13:22:00.000-08:00

Fabian Ciraolo

2011-12-15T12:47:00.001-08:00

I stumbled across these images on accident and fell in love. They are the works of

Fabian Ciraolo, a young illustrator based in Chile. The colors and textures are amazing, not to mention his use of iconic characters and people. Check out his blog for more (click on his name).

You won't be disappointed!

Feline Fiesty

2011-12-15T12:36:00.000-08:00

Nadja Auermann by Ellen von Unwerth

Superhero pics photographed by Craig McDean for Vogue

Hope everyone has a great Fiesty Friday! Continue to kick ass thru your weekend!!!

xoxo Babykakes

Greek Gorgeous

2011-12-15T12:06:00.000-08:00

Andrey Yakovlev and Lili Aleeva ‘Triumvirate’ Photographic Series

Models: Sofja Sannikova, Irina Meshina and Julja Galimova

Just love the muted tones used in these photos.

I wonder if Burke Williams will mind my bringing my gown the next time I'm there?

Frizz Ease

2011-12-14T13:10:00.000-08:00

Photos of Mona Johannesson for Free People December 2011

This post for me was mostly about the hair. If only frizzy hair was more popular when I was a kid, life woulda been different. ;)

Gypsy Magic

2011-12-13T11:13:00.000-08:00

Vogue Korea May 2010

Model : Lee Hye Jung

Photographer: Hong Lu

Sisters of The Black Moon

2011-12-12T13:13:00.000-08:00

I've been following these mystical ladies for a while now, and I am never disappointed with what they put forth. These 3 friends, and sisters in spirit, have an amazing ability to style and inspire through their own editorial shoots and blog. Their ebay store is a collection of unique and highly coveted vintage pieces that they have amassed and are willing to share with the world. Although, I would really dig seeing the pieces that they keep for themselves that the rest of us can only crave. These are their newest pics! Enjoy!

Let's Cruise

2011-12-07T12:57:00.001-08:00

All these winter posts and cold weather (even in LA) have me craving warmer weather, and the clothes that come with it.

L'Officiel Paris November 2011

Sneak-Peak at 2012 Cruise Collections from Givenchy, Gucci, Prada and Bottega Veneta.

Models: Alyssa Miller and Rachel Ballinger

Stylist: Vanessa Bellugeon

More is More

2011-12-07T12:51:00.001-08:00

More from yesterday's resource: Naomi Preizler by Alexander Neumann for L'Officiel Paris

Holiday Dress Up

2011-12-07T12:41:00.001-08:00

Naomi Preizler by Alexander Neumann for L'Officiel Paris

Kristen Stewart x Vogue

2011-12-06T08:51:00.001-08:00

Vogue Italia November 2011

Her Majesty

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Flare November 2011
Models: Emily Fox, Finlay Moore, Dani
Photographer: Chris Nicholls
Stylist: Fiona Green

Winter Wonderland

2011-11-30T15:52:00.001-08:00

Flare Magazine December 2011

Pratt + Pucci + Paper

2011-11-30T15:07:00.001-08:00

In 2010, Pratt Institute paired up with Ralph Pucci for a fashion exhibit like no other! All of these paper garments were designed and constructed by the students! The details are so intricate and amazing. I wonder how many times they ripped and had to start over...

One Person's Trash...

2011-11-30T14:08:00.001-08:00

Gary Harvey's Newspaper Dress

Gary Harvey's Laundry Bag Dress

Another one from Gary Harvey

Gary Harvey, Denim Dress made from 41 pairs of Levi's

Gary Harvey, Dress made from plastic bottles

Jolis Paons Phone Book Dress

Jolis Paons China Dress made from ceramic pieces

So when I was in college I modeled for another student in the fashion program who had made a dress from mini blinds. There are so many designers and artists out there creating unique pieces from up-cycled items. Gary Harvey and Jolis Paons are just two whose work intrigued me. Enjoy!

Holiday Sparkle

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Future's So Bright

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Interview with Anne

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Anne Hathoway in Interview Magazine September 2011

by Mert Marcus

Fashion as Art

2011-11-09T16:11:00.000-08:00

This is Part 2 of my love affair with Simon Proctor's photography. He has been recruited for various editorials, including the one above for Christian Dior with John Galliano (before we all knew he was a total jerk).

Fallen Angels

2011-11-09T15:05:00.000-08:00

This is Part 1 of 2 for images from photographer, Simon Proctor. His education in painting and fine art shows through in his imagery, evoking a very renaissance feel, even creating religious scenes like those you would see in an art history book. Love.

Costume Queen

2011-11-09T14:29:00.000-08:00

Costumes from The Fall 2006

Bram Stoker's Dracula 1992

The Cell 2000

Cirque du Soliel Varekai

Costumer and Artist, Eiko Ishioka has been inspiring me before I even knew her name. She has worked in film, television, stage, and even done artwork for a Miles Davis album cover. She has won an Oscar, a Grammy, nominated for a Tony, and won a Cannes Film Festival Award. Her art and imagery is AMAZING and I couldn't possibly say more than what her work can. Seriously.

Art by Sylvia Ji

2011-11-09T13:12:00.000-08:00

Assorted paintings by artist Sylvia Ji. Mostly dia de los muertos images. Will be sharing more from her very soon. She is AMAZING!!!

[The plan was to post this on my trip home to Massachusetts, but the week long power outage kind of prevented that from happening. Besides, it's never too late to appreciate Halloween, right?]

The Age Of Scorsese

2011-11-09T13:11:00.000-08:00

Chloe Morentz channeling Jodie Foster in Taxi Driver.

The Age of Innocence, Kate Bosworth.

Goodfellas, Vincent Piazza, Michael Pitt <3, Sir Ben Kingsley.

The Aviator, Alessandro Nivola and Emily Mortimer.

Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore, a blond Emily Blunt.

Gangs of New York, Christina Hendricks and Jack Huston.

Taxi Driver, Chloe Moretz and Keanu Reeves.

Haper's Bazaar did a collaborative homage to Marty's work in their Nov 2011 Issue.

Photographed by: Jason Schmidt

Blog dedicated to My Filmmaker: LB

Worldly Women

2011-10-26T14:21:00.000-07:00

Subaquatic Beauty

2011-10-24T09:06:00.000-07:00

Numero Tokyo June 2008

Model: Marcelina Sowa

Photographer: Alix Malka

VooDoo MaMa

2011-10-21T11:07:00.000-07:00

Kate Moss does voodoo right in W Magazine October 2007.

I'm definitely in a Halloween-y mood. Careful not to offend me, I may pull out my pins and dolls.

Creepy Doll Face

2011-10-20T10:50:00.000-07:00

Psychic Eye

2011-10-19T13:19:00.000-07:00

Italia Vogue Beauty September 2008

Va-Va-Vlisco

2011-10-18T09:37:00.000-07:00

Vlisco has been designing and and producing colorful fashion fabrics since 1846! Not only do I love their fabrics, but their ads are stunning.

White Wings

2011-10-17T09:50:00.000-07:00

by © NEAL PRESTON, 1982

MJ Tribute Italia

2011-10-13T12:10:00.000-07:00

After watching ANTM last night I had to hunt down this Michael Jackson tribute fashion editorial from Italian Vanity Fair.

Stylist Elisa Goodkind
Photographer – Tim Petersen

Model Anna Davolio

Makeup Sonja Roberts

Sister Sister

2011-10-11T09:30:00.000-07:00

Penelope & Monica Cruz

Dance Influence

2011-10-10T10:40:00.000-07:00

Arizona Muse Vogue China April 2011

Creative Advice

2011-10-07T12:06:00.000-07:00

I haven't posted all week because I've been busy preparing for the Threadshow.com this Sunday in San Diego. But staying creative has been on my mind. Here is how you can do the same.

Rima Hyiena Jewelry

2011-10-03T09:11:00.000-07:00

These pics are from a great jewelry designer editorial. For more check out the website @ http://rimahyenajewelry.blogspot.com/.

Funny T's

2011-09-30T11:29:00.000-07:00

All Things Mucha

2011-09-29T13:04:00.000-07:00

I love all things by Alphonse Mucha. So imagine my delight when I came across a fashion editorial inspired by some of his most famous prints.

Model: Barbara Meier
Magazine: Plaza Watch Magazine

The Taste of Guinness

2011-09-28T13:00:00.000-07:00

Daphne Guinness is an heiress of the Guinness family.

She was named to the International Best Dressed List Hall of Fame in 1994. She is a model, philanthropist, and style icon known for rocking haute couture as an every-day look.

Shanghai Express (1932)

2011-09-27T09:44:00.000-07:00

Caught Shanghai Express (1932) last night, and was captivated with the starring ladies, Marlene Dietrich and Anna May Wong. Gorgeous! And the costumes are a must see!

Native Heart

2011-09-24T10:27:00.000-07:00

Crazy Is as Crazy Does

2011-09-23T15:53:00.000-07:00

Between the possibility of getting hit by a falling satellite and the post-car wash stabbing I witnessed this morning, along with all the other crazy sh*t that's happened this week, I've decided to just give in to the crazy. Put me in one of these and call it a day.

Gypsy Girl

2011-09-22T12:46:00.001-07:00

Mon Cherie, Marie

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Annie Leibovitz

Go Naked

2011-09-20T11:40:00.000-07:00

Today, the city of West Hollywood was the first in the US to approve a ban on the sale of fur clothing.

For or Against???

Basso & Brooke SS2012

2011-09-19T10:49:00.000-07:00

WTFriday

2011-09-16T11:13:00.000-07:00

Thought a good laugh was in order for this Friday.

I Heart Shiny Things

2011-09-15T11:32:00.000-07:00

Ruby & Diamond Necklace $200K-$300K

Gold & Ivory necklace featuring ivory opera passes, circa 18th and 19th centuries $1,500-$2,000.

"The Elizabeth Taylor Diamond" 33.19 carat $2,500,000-$3,500,000

"The Prince of Wales Brooch" $400,000 - $600,000

Emerald & Gold Snake Bracelet Watch, Circa 1961 $12K-$15K

"The Mike Todd Tiara," estimated at $60,000-$80,000

The Taj Mahal Diamond, Circa 1627-1628, Gold & Ruby chain by Cartier $300K-$500K

Amethyst & Diamond "Triphanes" by Van Cleef & Arpels $70K-$100K

Just some of Elizabeth Taylors estate jewelry going up for auction at Christie's this month. What's your favorite piece? I'm going with the Taj Mahal Diamond Necklace :)... in my dreams.

Fairy Tales

2011-09-14T13:42:00.000-07:00

Annie Leibovitz Vogue 2003

Eugenio Recuenco Vogue 2006

Meow

2011-09-13T09:24:00.000-07:00

We Will Never Forget...

2011-09-11T10:04:00.000-07:00

On this 10th anniversary of 9-11, I know everyone can remember exactly where they were that day. I was in Boston, getting ready for work when breaking news came on the tv showing the damage to the first tower. I watched as the news reporters started screaming when the second tower was hit and when we all realized it was no accident. I then realized I was running late for work, turned the tv off and hopped on the T (subway).

It was surreal, because no one around me had any clue what had just happened. My co-workers and I spent the rest of the day glued to the radio at work (in downtown Boston), making phone calls to friends and family checking to make sure everyone we knew in the area was ok, while the news kept pouring in. We were probably the only business open that day (boss at the time was an idiot). I spent the day sewing a large tomato costume, thinking about how my 3 day old niece was just born into a very different world.

I was very fortunate to not have lost anyone close to me that day, but the photos that covered the normally void subway walls from one end to the other in search of those considered still missing, were a stark reminder that many others had. My bedroom window in Southie faced Logan Airport and I used to watch one plane after another pass over, day and night. It was strangely quiet for that week following.

It's amazing that it has already been 10 years.
I'd love to hear where you were...

The Devil Made Me Do It

2011-09-09T16:00:00.000-07:00

Vogue Paris 2007

Religious Influence

2011-09-08T12:07:00.000-07:00

Gaultier 2007

Alexander McQueen FW 2011-2012

UnDead

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Hard Work. Dedication.

2011-09-06T10:28:00.000-07:00

Brilliant Braids

2011-09-05T10:42:00.000-07:00

Summer is NOT over!

2011-09-02T09:02:00.000-07:00

Well, just because school has started and the weather may be cooling off where you live, doesn't mean the fun of summer has to be over yet! I hope everyone has a great Labor Day Weekend!!!

D&G

2011-09-01T12:11:00.000-07:00

D&G, French Vogue.

Headed West

2011-08-31T12:14:00.000-07:00

It was 9 years ago to the day that me and the man hitched up our wagon (Uhaul) and watered our trusty steed (my cat) and left Boston for LA. Our journey has been long and difficult, but not without great memories. Can't believe it's been that long!

Danse Serpentine

2011-08-30T09:55:00.000-07:00

Loie Fuller doing the Serpentine Dance. This recording is from 1896! The changing colors that you see are done with stage lights. I love when dance meets costumes meets theater.

Take Me Away

2011-08-29T10:23:00.000-07:00

Been over a year since I've traveled, and I find myself daydreaming about where to go next. Any of these remote spots would do me some good.

Life Lesson

2011-08-25T12:41:00.000-07:00

'Nough said.

Fringe of Madness

2011-08-23T09:34:00.000-07:00

Jill Sander

Lia Kes

Double Take

2011-08-22T09:43:00.000-07:00

Keep it Colorful

2011-08-21T11:00:00.000-07:00

Funny Friday

2011-08-19T15:12:00.000-07:00

Gift of Amethyst

2011-08-18T15:39:00.000-07:00

Today is my Parents' 33rd Wedding Anniversary! Yayy! Apparently Amethyst is the gift to give after 33 years! These would be my picks. ;)

Christie '93

2011-08-15T13:56:00.000-07:00

Harper's Bazaar, January 1993

Summer Sew-a-thon

2011-08-14T13:22:00.000-07:00

My summer has been not much of a vacation. I'm not complaining though. Just wish my sewing machine looked as nice as this one. Or that I didn't look a hot-mess while doing it.

Soul Searching

2011-08-13T13:03:00.000-07:00

Dance on My Mind

2011-08-12T10:40:00.000-07:00

Bienvenue!

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I know, I know... You're saying to yourself "Babykakes is on Facebook. And Twitter. And Myspace (still?). And Ustrendy, and Lord knows whatever else website is out there! Why is there now a Babykakes Blog?!?!" Well, for sure, I'm gonna tell you.

As a fashion lover, and designer, I get bored visually and I do a lot of hunting on the web for beautiful and inspirational images to trigger the next design idea for Babykakes. Along the way, I find myself saving so many great images to my computer that I come across, that I just recently felt the need to share them. They are too pretty, too cool, and too funny not to.

Facebook is reserved for business, Twitter for good news, and I usually forget that I have a Myspace account, but this blog will be a random collection of pics and videos that I come across in my daily visual journey to discover the extraordinary.

I hope you enjoy!
xoxo
Babykakes