17 August 2011

It’s black and grey

It’s something I’ve always loved about this first photo lensed by Arthur Elgort: maybe it’s Karen Mulder’s attitude, but it’s also something about her outfit, an edginess, that mix of classic and extravagant. The ensemble she’s wearing consists in fact of a black jersey mini dress with a velvet collar under the picturesque draped organza skirt, both Gianfranco Ferrè creations. That’s a look I love for the sake of fashion. And I love the second look for its cool simplicity and just because of how easily I can translate it into my wardrobe, with already existing pieces in my closet.

photos: 1-by Arthur Elgort for Vogue Germany, August 1994; model Karen Mulder, fashion editor Edgar Otte / 2-Hanneli

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23 Responses to It’s black and grey

  1. My Fashion Tale wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 9:32 am

    Love both looks but the first one really blew my mind!

  2. nookie wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 9:36 am

    I agree with you on the first outfit, in name of fashion! On the other hand, the second one is just perfect!

  3. Rachel {Little Bits of Lovely} wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 9:41 am

    Oh how gorgeous! I always loved Karen Mulder, she was so beautiful xx

  4. Claire wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 2:28 pm

    I love them both but i am definitely going to try the top one – brilliant post x

    https://fashionandfrank.blogspot.com/

  5. MM wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 2:41 pm

    Gorgeous looks! I love the shirt in the second picture!!

    Kisses

  6. design elements wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 2:53 pm

    decisions…decisions…I’ll take both 🙂 hugs to you, Ada

  7. Dawn {The Alternative Wife} wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 2:57 pm

    I just love that photo of Karen Mulder! She’s one off my all time faves. Also love that look in the last photo. She’s so effortlessly chic!

  8. LittleRus wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 3:36 pm

    I’ve seen the second photo, too and thought it was gorgeous… although I’d be tempted to replace the shorts with a skirt, because it’s just me. The editorial is simply gorgeous and it’s amazing how some pieces never seem to age…

    Hope you are having a great day, darling!
    xxx

  9. Lee Oliveira wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 3:56 pm

    Karen Mulder is just beautiful.. I always loved her poses.
    Lee x

  10. Cafe Fashionista wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 4:12 pm

    Ooh, what a gorgeous blend of colors – love! 🙂

  11. jasna wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 4:50 pm

    These pics are so gorgeous! Hope you are having a lovely Wednesday hun! Xx

  12. fashionandnumber wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 5:12 pm

    Yeah. I saw that last pic on Hanneli’s page too. So pretty right?

  13. EclecChic wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 5:28 pm

    I am a fan of Karen Mulder since I was a teen. She has a such elegant beauty. the second look is faboulus: simple and chic. have a nice week Ada

  14. Kellie Collis wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 6:25 pm

    How fabulous! Loving her natural chicness. Enjoy the glorious day, Kellie xx

  15. Meagan wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 6:57 pm

    Yes, these are so very lovely!

  16. Costin M. wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 8:08 pm

    both looks are amazing, really. i like them both, and the model really manages to sell it, the photos are breathtaking!

    Costin M.

  17. Not Just A Pretty Dress wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 10:04 pm

    I love the huge Ferre skirt. It’s perfect even with the simplest of the tops. I’m a big for for evening skirts and Jil Sander has been a great inspiration to turn this pieces into something more wearable, like in the SS 2011 collection.

    https://notjustaprettydress.blogspot.com/

  18. Alexa wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 10:08 pm

    That first one is just simply amazing.
    xo

  19. LatteLisa wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 11:00 pm

    totally agree, there is definitely something about that first photo

  20. Tamra {walks with Bella} wrote on
    --> 17 August 2011 at 11:58 pm

    two favorite colors, my closet is becoming one big black and gray party. Those images just prove how timeless they are.

  23. Katie*Belle wrote on
    --> 18 August 2011 at 4:03 pm

    That first photograph is amazing! And you’re right, black and gray are a beautiful combination. Now I want to go plan an outfit around that color scheme!