Karen Alexander 1989

karen alexander 1989
Originally uploaded by Lizzetta.

Karen Alexander was pretty much my favorite of the supermodels in the 80's. Sadly, I can't seem to find many special pictures of her on the internet. I do love this one, though. I suppose I'll just have to get my own scanner and post some of my own. That said, even the images from my personal files are looking dated- flashy jewelry and huge hair. I guess datedness is inevitable for pictures from 20 years ago.

I wonder where Ms. Alexander is now. I guess we could start asking that about most of those gals from that era...

Moonshadows Sorbet

Moonshadows sorbet
Originally uploaded by jleighb.

This is courtesy of Jleighb. Pretty!

Proenza Schoeler Boys

What's ironic here is that these two are quite talented fashion designers. I will post pictures from their ready-to-wear collections soon, but right now, I'm just focussed on...them. Barely in their mid-twenties, these two have really wowed New York's fashion scene. And... I think they're personally really sweet and funny! My husband (who finds them quite captivating, as well) says they're the only fashion people he's seen who even look human. Ahh, if only more humans looked like them.... What beautiful sweethearts.


I REALLY wish I had more interesting images of them. These are a little straightforward, but will have to do for now.

Forgive Me

If you've seen my other blog, Teardrop Souffle, you might have seen this picture of the great ballet dancer Nureyev. So, please forgive me for repeating myself, but he really belongs here. I'm sure you'll agree.

Tribute to the Many Paradoxes of Ms. Faithfull

I can go on and on about Marianne Faithfull, and probably will in the future. Here are some pictures that illustrate the many paradoxes in her face.

First, here she is smiling. This is what I mean about her having the saddest eyes and yet the sweetest (almost goofy!) smile:



I think I detect an overbite!!!! (swoon)


I think for a lot of people (not me so much) the other big paradox about her had to do with a sense of a sweet, angelic purity. She was an aristocract, even- the daughter of a baroness and a spy, who eventually became a heroin addict.










Actually she's far more multi-faceted than just that little good girl/ bad girl cliche right there, but I"ll need to locate her autobiography to best describe it to you.

She had real nice style and fashion.


Mick pursued her for months, and she tested him. For example, she demanded that he tell her (something like) who was the 5th knight at Arthur's round table! He had to prove to her his other knowledge from the romantic medieval literature that she was obsessed with, (and he actually passed the tests with ease) before she allowed him to, well, let him sit at HER table.


But I think mainly, she was really sad.

Oh, the Pathos!

I reallllly love this image. I'm not much of a tee shirt person, but I think with manipulation it could make a wonderful tee shirt. I think that Marianne Faithfull is a real great beauty. Her entire face is just sheer pathos and paradox. The effect is just mesmerizing to me. I'll do more on her soon, post pictures that show what I mean. She's a character I really enjoy so much- her autobiography was one of the funnest books I've ever read. And I just watched a documentary on her last night! Oh, the heartbreak, the glamour, my God!

Esther de Jong

This is Esther de Jong, one of my favorite models of all time. I particularly love the line of her nose.





This was part of a Prada campaign she did several years ago- I'd say 1998 or so. I wish I still had a certain image from the same campaign that showed her a little more clearly. I had it on my wall for a while. Maybe I can still find it in my print files...


What a sweet picture!

Beautiful Overbite

One of my favorite all time facial features is an overbite. I actually can wax romantic on this feature for quite some time. But I'll just say here that the feature almost always adds a gentleness and humility to the face. Gene Tierney's overbite is partly what made her so special. And red lipstick, too- it's almost too lovely!

Zhang Ziyi

This is the movie star Zhang Ziyi when she was a little girl. Wow!



Look what she grew up to become. What a face!

Beauty Sleep

Top photo is Nico, the bottom is a very special movie star from the '40's, Gene Tierney.

Plain Clothes

I love the plainness of this. (Though I guess it's not that plain, as the skirt is velvet...) The ensemble is by Tess Giberson.

Natalia Reclining

Ahh, Mr. Depp...

What exquisite nostrils you have!





These are from The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. I think it is one of the most gorgeous films ever. I should rent it just to watch again, no need for audio! I am reminded of Dr. Zhivago- that's another to investigate!

Birds

I believe most of these birds are found in Costa Rica.


White Hawk at La Vigen del Socorro


Rainbow bee-eater


Black throated Trogon


Turquoise-browed motmot


Green Violetear


Orange collared Manakin


Boat-billed Heron

Shaved Ice

shaved ice
Originally uploaded by tokyo ayano.

This is from a photo set called Sweets and Tea.

Some Dresses

This is just exquisite to me- the loveliest fashion picture I've seen in a long while. I should know the designer, but I don't.





This one's from Doo.Ri



I find this one (above) particularly appealing for some reason. It's from Marni.

Lime Custard cupcake

lime custard cupcake
Originally uploaded by chockylit.

I can't even get over how wonderful this one is.

Cupcake

Thai Ice Tea Cupcake with thai ice tea and sweetened condensed milk frosting
Originally uploaded by chockylit.

As seen in a window

As seen in a window
Originally uploaded by Velvet G.

Paws

mancha
Originally uploaded by graziaconz.

My Shelf

My husband says I'm a twelve year old girl (even though I'm 34). I don't know why he'd say that.

Cupcake Lane

The above picture is from Roboppy. I got to it through a
lovely website I found about...cupcakes. I'm pretty happy about these finds.

Lizzie's Sims (not really)

I just rediscovered my portfolio of favorite items from an international antique website called 1st Dibs. I was excited to find my collection was still there, though awhile back I accidentally deleted my favorite table (made of loops!)

From the Dessert Bar

Merinque Petit Fours with Pomegrante Seeds

These were my favorite confection that I made for our dessert party.