Alexander McQueen X Damien Hirst

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the hugely popular skull scarf, Alexander McQueen
have collaborated with British artist, Damien Hirst to create a collection consisting of 30 one off designs that feature insects,on some of the scarves the insects together form the signature skull shape.

The skull scarves have been a hit for 10 years since their first appearance in 2003 for McQueen's Irere collection. The designs are adapted from Hirst's 'Entomology' collection of paintings, in which he used insects to create colourful, kaleidoscope inspired patterns.

From Hirst's Entomology collection

This is quite a change from Hirst's usual eccentric work, which includes animals such as sharks and cattle preserved in formaldehyde, and a platinum skull set with diamonds and human teeth.
Aswell as the anniversary scarf  collection, a short film has been created by fashion photographer and filmmaker Sølve Sundsbø. The film shows women gliding around in slow-mo, their billowing dresses decorated with patterns from the collection. I've always wanted a McQueen skull scarf and now I'm lusting after the insect scarves.. one for the Christmas wish list!

From Sølve Sundsbø's film

The scarves are available in McQueen boutiques and at AlexanderMcQueen.com from Nov 15

King of Illustration

Antonio Lopez was a fashion illustrator who rose to fame in the 60's,his work appeared in Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, Elle, Interview and The New York Times.

His work is described as intense,sexy and energetic.It sums up the glamour of the 70's and early 80's.

Lopez, who died of an AIDS related illness in the late 80's would have celebrated his 70th birthday this year. He is the subject of a show at Roland Mouret's townhouse, curated by East of Mayfair Director, Janina Joffe, to mark the anniversary. The exhibition will be showing previously unseen works that were commissioned by The New York Times and Interview.

Lopez drawing Jerry Hall, Jamaica 1975

MAC are also celebrating the anniversary by releasing a limited edition range of cosmetics featuring the illustrations. This just proves Lopez' fashion illustrations are just as relevant today as they were in the 60's and 70's.

The exhibition runs from 14-20 september at Roland Mouret's townhouse.There are not many opportunities to see the work of Lopez up close and personal, so this exhibition is one to attend!