Thursday
May102012
Italian Spring
Tomorrow in 1932, celebrated designer Valentino Garavani was born in Lombarday, Italy. Valentino founded his eponymous house in 1959.
Tuesday
May082012
White Knight
Scottish photographer Iain Macmillan died today in 2006. Famous for photographing the cover of The Beatles’ album Abbey Road in 1969, Macmillan also went on to work with John Lennon and Yoko Ono for many years in New York.
Friday
May042012
Red, Yellow & Blue
Today in 1958, pop artist Keith Haring was born in Reading, Pennsylvania. A pop culture icon, Haring has influenced numerous designers and even designed a jacket worn by Madonna for a performance of her song “Like a Virgin” on TV.
Wednesday
May022012
True Blue
With The Avengers opening this week, we took inspiration from the film’s stars on opening night and the onslaught of boldly coloured suits, from Jeremy Renner’s silver number to Robert Downey Jr’s plum piece.
Monday
Apr302012
Swinging '60s
Today in 1965, American photographer Steven Klein was born. One of the most recognisable names in the fashion industry, Klein has shot numerous high-profile campaigns for such clients as Dolce & Gabbana, Calvin Klein and Alexander McQueen.