
Monthly Archives: March 2017
The American vintage fashion photographer Rodney Smith

This gallery contains 93 photos.
The New-York based fashion photographer Rodney Smith (1947-2016) is famous for his surrealist and poetic universe. He was often compared to the Belgian painter René Magritte. The photographer worked for famous fashion names like Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, W … Continue reading
The Art Deco fashion illustrator George Wolfe Plank

This gallery contains 44 photos.
George Wolfe Plank (1883-1965) was an American artist who collaborated with Vogue from 1911 to 1936 (fashion illustrations and covers). He also illustrated Vanity Fair covers. His Art Deco style drawings are ravishing and inspired.
Basking in the Szechenyi baths in Budapest, Hungary

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Built in 1913, the Szechenyi baths in Budapest are one of the largest baths in Europe with its 15 indoor baths, 3 grand outdoor pools, saunas… Lolling in the natural hot water is very relaxing and pleasant. Besides, the yellow … Continue reading
The Academy Awards in photos

This gallery contains 22 photos.
Since 1929, the Academy Awards (Oscars) have been given annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) to recognize cinema excellence.
The Art Deco fashion illustrator Helen Dryden

This gallery contains 29 photos.
Helen Dryden (1887-1981) was an American artist who collaborated with Vogue during 13 years (1909-1922). She made fashion illustrations and covers for Vogue but also for Delineator and Studebaker. According to The New York Times, Helen Dryden was the most … Continue reading
A cute and sweet Summer 2017
Vintage Juan-Les-Pins, France

This gallery contains 28 photos.
“Oh viens, viens, viens A Juan les Pins Où l’on a peint Le soleil sur fond bleu” Bob Azzam – “Viens à Juan-Les-Pins”
Vintage Academy Awards in photos

This gallery contains 105 photos.
Since 1929, the Academy Awards (Oscars) have been given annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) to recognize cinema excellence.
A lovely spring afternoon
Nice, city of colors and light

This gallery contains 12 photos.
The promenade des Anglais : The sea : The coast : The port Lympia : The Paillon promenade : Palm trees : Pink skies : Colorful streets : The Negresco hotel :
Among orange trees
The sea in Antibes, France

This gallery contains 10 photos.
Au loin dans le ciel, au delà de la mer, Des montagnes majestueuses m’apparaissaient telle une ligne peinte à l’encre bleue.
A graphic and geometric Summer 2017
Sparkling birds flying in the azur sky in an orange garden
The sea in Menton, France

This gallery contains 5 photos.
Le soleil sur mon visage, Un voile de lumière s’entendant sur la mer, J’observe les scintillements infinis.
Dreaming of a perfumed and singing garden
Favourite crime comedy movies

This gallery contains 36 photos.
My top 3 : Les tontons flingueurs, Charade and Le crime est notre affaire
A Summer 2017 in black and white
The Ksar Aït Ben Haddou

This gallery contains 32 photos.
Located at 30km at north of Ouarzazate, the Ksar Aït Ben Haddou is classified by UNESCO. The Ksar is also famous because it had been a film set for many famous movies : “The jewel of the Nile”, Lawrence Arabia”, … Continue reading
The vintage fashion photographer Philippe Pottier

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Philippe Pottier (1905-1991) was a French fashion photographer. His photos were magnificent, graceful, lovely and elegant. He often photographed models wearing Christian Dior, Lanvin or Madame Grès.
Stripes and cherry
A sparkling Summer 2017
A Summer 2017 by the seaside
Wandering in a lemon garden at night
Dreaming of a fruity summer
Going around Cap Ferrat

This gallery contains 26 photos.
Le soleil caressant mon visage, La mer baignée de lumière, Je me laisse emporter Vers les scintillements infinis. For more information : http://www.saintjeancapferrat-tourisme.fr/
A romantic Summer 2017

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Romantic bows : Delicate lace : Sources : http://vogue.com/ ; http://wwd.com/ and brand’s websites
Sunset over Cap d’Antibes from the Belles Rives hotel

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Les yeux fermés, bercée par le rythme des vagues, J’écoute les clapotis de la mer. Apaisante et puissante musique Marine… The Belles Rives hotel has a beautiful terrasse where we can sip a cocktail and admire the Cap d’Antibes.
Under the light
Pomellato jewelry

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Pomellato is an Italian jewelry house. It was founded by Pino Rabolini in 1967, in Milano. The Pomellato jewels are caracterised by the use of gold and colorful gemstones. The jewels are made by hand by 100 artisans in Milano. … Continue reading
Time travel : Back to the Fifties in Paris !
Chic in Paris
A marvellous walk around Cap d’Antibes from the Garoupe beach to Eilen rock

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My hair in the wind, Envelopped with a sea smell, I contemplate the blue immensity.
Fifties fashion

At the end of the Second World War, women are looking for feminity, elegance and chic. Christian Dior responds to this demand in 1947 with the “New look” (name given by Harper’s Bazaar editor Carmel Snow). The “New look” is characterised by … Continue reading
Feel good and joyful tv series

This gallery contains 72 photos.
My top : Pushing daisies, Zoey’s extraordinary playlist, The marvellous Mrs Maisel and Schmigadoon Photo source : http://www.imdb.com/
A colorful Summer 2017
Sunny fashion videos for Spring/Summer 2017
The French Riviera in painting

This gallery contains 69 photos.
The view of maritime pines, The blue of the sky and the sea, Fill my heart with joy. Sweet childhood memories ; Reminiscence of the past.
Feel good and joyful movies

This gallery contains 172 photos.
My top : You can’t take it with you, Pauline détective, It’s a wonderful life, Easy living and God help the girl