matthew arthur

yes

The S/S show…

loves this mix. 

great vid and song…a  little slow but a nice change of pace. 

On my brain today. 

been on repeat all week. 

well, fuck me gently with a chain saw…we support “heather” gray. 

dangitsdavie:

This past week i went to New Orleans Fashion Week to see my very first Matthew Arthur Fashion show… Mat has been a close friend of mine for some years now but i have never been able to see his shows only some of his work on him self and our friends.. His work is really amazing esp to think he does it all by hand while being wildly fab and working full time.. I really feel in love with the colors and prints as well as these drop pleat shorts that i must have for next years spring/summer…

he told me the idea of the show was someone going from sober through addiction and back again… though out the show as the models slinked out as if in a hung over state you saw different looks to represent different stages like a metallic vinyl skirt to represent a mirrored surface or the wild prints. His hair and make up he said he saw in a dream.. that he wouldnt budge on the mint lip even if it was distracting to some.. i personally loved the mint lips and the slick hair with fishtail braids on top..

check out his website to see more of his work and or order your own Matthew Arthur originals… www.MatthewArthur.com

you can see me front row snapping my own photos like a proud momma.. i also got a pair of Walk-Over Shoes the same shoes as in the show.. they are beyonddddddd comfortable check them out at www.WalkOver.com

We all know the impact and importance of great music on a presentation. Well, this season, I was so fortunate enough to get to work with a collection of amazing artists that brought such a huge impact to MA S/S ‘12 show. 

First off, The Real Steven can kill any set. He was responsible for the pre- and post-show mix, dropping such synth-saturated selections as the Tune Yards. It was definitely the salutation and closing the show needed. He is masterful at reading a crowd and sort of responding in a way that is relevant and yet fun. 

Secondly, if you didn’t know, the runway music itself was not a recording. It was a live set on a rhodes piano by none other than Julie Williams. She is (for the lack of a better more descriptive term) simply amazing. Her voice is soulful and classic yet she delivers it in a way that is all her own. She did unique, emotional, and inspiring covers of Pixies, Madonna, and Nirvana. It brought tears to my eyes, and that never happens. 

Thirdly, I have to say that these guys have become my new favorite local band…Baby Bee. These two brothers not only sported some of the new line opening the show, but they also provided the track for the final carousel and played at the after party. They bring a cool factor and youthful, up-tempo music style that just puts you in such a good mood. I am so thankful to had the chance to work with these guys. Anyone at the after party can attest, they make you want to have a good time and are great mediums for such. 

Lastly, DJ Moose def brought it down at the after party. He has great taste in putting together amazing playlists that lend themselves to healthy mix of new and old.  He will make you feel cool and relevant even if you don’t know what’s going on in music. He also did double duty by modeling. Such a good guy. 

Anyway, this season proved to bring a lot of inspiration my way via music. It has also challenged me to figure out pairings for the future that will continue to force me to grow and raise the expectations for things to come. I hope you take a moment and check those guys out.  There is definitely some amazingly talented people in this city, and we should all do our part to support them. 

Make Good Choices, 
M 

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