The Fabric Of Our Livesa tribute to beautyby Julia Baro illango.com

Return ticket to the pastFeb 16th, 2016 8:30:44am

I have already written about fashion designers and models of the 50s. Now it is time to present thebest photographers of the time, who captured the beauty of life.

“I hate cameras. They interfere, they’re always in the way. I wish: if I could work with my eyes alone.”(Richard Avedon)

“I always prefer to work in the studio. It isolates people from their environment. They become in asense… symbolic of themselves. I often feel that people come to me to be photographed as theywould go to a doctor or a fortune teller ­ to find out how they are.” (Richard Avedon)

Lillian Bassman

Karen Radkai

Cecil Beaton

Norman Parkinson

Henry Clarke

Milton H. Greene

Irving Penn

Horst P. Horst

Georges Saad

Erwin Blumenfeld

William Helburn

Richard Rutledge

Louise Dahl­Wolfe

Richard Avedon

“And if a day goes by without my doing something related to photography, it’s as though I’ve neglectedsomething essential to my existence, as though I had forgotten to wake up. I know that the accident ofmy being a photographer has made my life possible.” (Richard Avedon)

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Source: hu.pinterest.com #richard avedon #lillian bassman #fashion #photograpers #1950s#karen radkai #cecil beaton #norman parkinson #henry clarke #milton h. greene #irving penn#horst p.horst #georges saad #erwin blumenfeld #william helburn #richard rutledge#louise dahl­wolfe #inspiration #illango

We’re all works of art in progressJan 10th, 2016 4:50:50pm

To continue my last post I have collected some great photos about models of the 50s (the title is aquote from Carmen Dell).

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Dovima

Jean Patchett

Wilhelmina Cooper

Dorian Leigh

Suzy Parker

Ann St Marie

Carmen Dell

Mary Jane Russell (on the left)

Lisa Fonssagrives

Nena von Schlebrügge

Sunny Harnett

Dolores Hawkins

Bettina Graziani, Sophie Malagat Litvak and Ivy Nicholson

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Source: hu.pinterest.com #50s #models #dovima #suzy parker #dorian leigh #style#inspiration #bettina graziani #sophie malagat #ivy nicholson #illango #dolores hawkins#sunny harnett #lisa fonssagrives #mary jane russell

Make me a fragrance that smells likeloveJan 2nd, 2016 2:33:57pm

Enjoy these wonderful coats created by different fashion designers of the 50s (the title is a quote fromChristian Dior).

Here is a background song from Eartha Kitt ­ Let’s Fall in Love.

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Christian Dior

Cristóbal Balenciaga

Robert Piguet

Jeanne Lanvin

Pierre Balmain

Madame Gres

Jacques Fath

Jacques Heim

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True YOUDec 9th, 2015 7:44:35am

Warning: reflections in the mirror may be distorted by socially constructed ideas of ‘beauty’.

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You’re more beautiful than you think…

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Source: pinterest.com #hand mirror #mirror #inspiration

HairStoryDec 6th, 2015 12:41:08pm

Not too long ago I realized that I need a new hairbrush. I was looking for brushes made of naturalmaterials like wood and animal hair. To my surprise I have found local brush makers in Budapest. Ihave done some research on historical hair care tools and hair treatment and I collected for you someinteresting facts. If you read through you will find recipes you can prepare at home for yourself. Give ita try!

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The art of brush making

The history of hair care is as old as humanity. Ancient Egyptians used different oils like lotus, myrrh,cumin and juniper to keep their hair radiant. These formulas provided not only a shiny and scentedhair but also a healthy scalp. Body care with scented balms and oils was part of their everyday life ­ itwas not meant to cover up body odor and poor hygiene, like in the time of XIV. Louis in France.

Perfumed wax cones

Egyptian hairstyle ­ Queen Tiye

Let’s jump to another point of the world, to Japan. Apprentice geishas, "maiko", spent hours at thehairdresser every week to maintain their hairstyle. They slept with their necks on small supports,instead of pillows, so they could keep their hairstyle perfect. They used camellia seed oil to fix theirhair ­ they did not have hair spray at that time. Decorated, sculpture like hair was part of theappropriate appearance. Hair styles varied based on the geisha’s rank.

Sakkou hairstyle 1920

Hair decorated with elaborate hair­combs and hairpins

In the lack of camellia seed oil Hungarians used sugared water to fix their hair. Different braidedhairstyles were common. They let their hair down and washed it once a week, on Saturday beforethey went to church. Every girl and women had long hair, it was a dishonor to cut it down. To keeptheir hair thick and to grow it fast they washed it in weeping willow branch infusion. In the Hungarianfolk belief hair has magical and healing properties ­ they have lots of proverbs and superstitionsconnected with hair. For example: it was not allowed to throw away cut or fallen hair so they burned itor kept it.

Girl with braided hair

Old lady with braided bun from Kászon

American Indians have similar traditions regarding hair. They believe that our hair is the physicalextension of our thoughts. Indians thought their children the secrets of hair treatment, different healingherbs and hair brushing modes. They choose with care the best wood, bone ore other natural materialto make combs ­ decoration had a great importance as well. They only cut their hair to show grief orshame or while mourning. Here is an interesting article about why Indians would keep their hair long.

Inuit women with stunning hair

Navajo weaving combs 1890

Hair loss, thinning hair or baldness are common problems in which both genetic and environmentalfactors play a great role. Chinese medicine consider the human scalp as a map of the body. Inaddition to improving blood circulation of the brain and scalp, Chinese head massage is a powerfulstimulation of certain points and areas responsible for the operation of various systems of the bodyand specific organs. Head acupressure is used not only for headaches and fatigue, but also to solvethe problem of hair loss.

Chinese acupuncture model from 1601­1700

Here are some recipes from Kovács Katalin aromatherapist:

Aromatherapy is one alternative for hair care. Today the majority of hair care products are made ofsynthetic components. Unfortunately most of the time the main point is not to get a soft and shiny hair,but to cure eczema on the scalp. The chemicals of advertised hair care products for everyday usagewill not help for sure.

On of the oldest remedies is head massage with olive oil mixed with rosemary. The massageincreases blood circulation and stimulates hair follicles. Beside rosemary juniper, cypress, cedar,salvia and lavender are great alternatives as well ­ just like almond, sesame and ricinus oils, nettleinfusion and vinegar. Different types of equisetum are rich in selenium and silicium ­ these improveblood circulation in the scalp, but Chinese medicine swears to safflower.

Recipe for hair loss treatment

10 drops of geranium essential oil (Pelargonium Asperum) 10 drips of mandarin essential oil (Citrus Reticulata)5 drops of ginger essential oil (Zingiber officinale)Add 3 drops to your shampoo from this mixture and wash your hair.

One drop of nature

Hair mask recipe for damaged hair

7 drops of juniper­berry essential oil (Junniperus Communis)9 drops of rosemary essential oil (Rosmarinus Officinalis)9 drops of medical lavender essential oil (Lavandula Angustifolia)Add this to 50 ml of sesame, olive or coconut oil. With one tbsp from this mixture massage the head.Let it soak in for 30 minutes then wash your hair as regularly.

In case of greasy hair or dandruff the method is similar as above, but use the following essential oils:7 drops cedrus atlantica essential oil (Cedrus Atlantica)9 drops of cypress essential oil (Cupressus Sempervirens)9 drops of juniper­berry essential oil (Junniperus Communis)

Lavender essential oil bottles

Important: use only 100 % natural, pure essential oils from trustable source!

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Source: vivitherapy.com #hair #hairbrush #brush maker #hairstyle #hair care #essential oils#inspiration

How to organize a WARdrobe to awardrobeNov 24th, 2015 11:25:19pm

Each tiny decision we make day to day has a great effect on our lives in long term. So let’s start beingconscious through clothing.

I would like to share with you my experience regarding my wardrobe. In the last 2 years I recognizedthat I have too many clothes and I wear only a few of them, my favorite ones. I guess this might befamiliar to you as well. I started to sort out my old clothes and keep only those pieces I really need. Itis great to get rid of unnecessary things ­ they are like extra weight for the body. In reward for yourhard work you will:

_save time every morning with choosing what to wear_save space in your closet_need less time to pack before a trip_and last but not least you will save money

Wearing my favorite coat with a handwoven scarf on the top of the world

I am a fashion designer by my qualification but I am a style designer by my heart. The word fashionmeans: “a popular or the latest style of clothing, hair, decoration, or behavior”. I do not believe in thiskind of ephemeral fashion dying and being reborn every day depending on different interests andtrends. I believe in style ­ in long lasting, good quality classic clothing, the best when they are tailor­made.

Here are some benefits of tailor­made clothes:_perfect fit (this is why they are special and unique)_you can choose fabric you really like (by composition, color or pattern)_they have a story, which begins with meeting the tailor (personal contact)_they are endurable, sometimes lifelong pieces _they are great motivation to keep fit, to maintain weight_and in addition you will strengthen local businesses and local peopleMade to measure clothes are relatively expensive, however if you buy fast fashion products you willspend less per purchase but not necessary less per year.

Wool coat and skirt made to measure

Winter holidays are coming. Everyone is buying sweets, decorations and even clothing. I think that asmile, a hug or a kind word is more precious than any expensive gift. You can surprise your lovedones with handmade beeswax candles or homemade honey cookies. I am sure they will beimpressed. Do not let advertisements and discounts to blind you. There is a great quote from anunknown author : “The best way of discount is not buying it.” BUY ­ only what you need! :)

Snow and sun at Csíksomlyó

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#wardrobe #fashion #style #madetomeasure #inspiration

Tango dresses made by a dancer fordancersSep 12th, 2015 5:56:44pm

Get a taste of my new MERELLO tango dress collection. Each piece emphasizes the elegant curvesof the female body. My dresses are made of carefully selected soft fabrics, which are comfortable towear on the dance floor ­ they are tested :) Some of my modells are variable or double sided and eachpiece is manufactured in limited series.

I share with you my favorite photos.

Special thanks to my great team for the pictures:photographer ­ Szeidl Mariann, model ­ Grubits Patrícia makeup artist and hairdresser ­ Somodi Melcsi

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Purple passion ­ tango dress with lace

Soft silk ­ lace dress with handwoven silk scarf

Double dress ­ double sided tango skirt

Beaded beauty ­ tango dress with hand beading and roses

You can check out the entire collection on my website.

#tango #workshop #handwoven scarf #tango dress

A documentary to watchJul 17th, 2015 10:35:07am

“Become an active citizen through your wardrobe.” ­ Livia Firth

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'The True Cost' ­ Official Trailer

#documentary #fast­fashion #the true cost

Let’s danceJun 17th, 2015 10:14:35am

These are some numbers behind the tango dress collection I am working on…

100 hours pattern making and experimenting with technologies 18 hours of fabric hunting 30 hours of weaving and fringing

…and this is only the beginning, there is still a lot to do.

The good news is that yesterday I finally finished the last dress prototype with the help of a wonderfullady. What a great feeling! This is a milestone in my work, the next­one is going to be the photo­shooting.

I share with you a picture to make you excited as well…

Beaded tango dress with roses

Now ­ testing time :)

”Please, just for me, forget the steps… Hold me, feel the music, and give me your soul. Then I cangive you mine.“

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#tango #workshop #beading #tango dress #dance

My scarves came to lifeJun 15th, 2015 10:13:41am

Now I share with you the final result of the 3 days long weaving marathon. In my last post you saw thefabrics on the weaving loom when they are still stretched and they are stiff. After fringing, washing andironing the scarves they come to life, they show their real face. Let’s see!

Turquoise cotton scarf with open­work

Green cotton scarf with colorful flowers

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Linen scarf

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#weaving #scarves #Accessories

Weaving marathonJun 11th, 2015 2:19:20pm

3 days of weaving, 3 scarves with different styles.

Dreamweaving

I love nature, the numberless shades of green leaves. Summer. Walking barefoot in the grass, feelingthe wind and hearing the birds sing. I was looking at the colorful threads on the window board of theworkshop waiting for inspiration, waiting for the call…

Waiting for inspiration

After a while I could not take of my eyes of a turquoise thread. That was it. I winded a bobbin and Istarted weaving my scarf, decorated with 3 open­work lines on both sides. I haven’t tried thistechnique before on the weaving loom, but I knew the stitches of embroidery. I lost my sense of timelistening to the energetic music of Salif Keita: Je t’aime mi amoré menebêff fie ene le arabylyla tomuch…

Weaving open­work

On the second day only some twittering broke the silence of the workshop. Another beautiful summermorning. This time I chose a light green cotton thread. I created a scarf with 80 colorful flowers, I wovea flower­garden that never fades away. It took me 13 hours to finish this piece in meditativeconcentration.

Woodstock mood

Linen is one of my favorite fabrics, but I did not weave from this wonderful material yet. Now I had theopportunity to try it. The thread looks like a fine wire, it is very strong and has a metallic shine.Weaving the linen scarf was a travel back in time to ancient Egypt. There is no need to decorate thisscarf, the beautiful texture of the fabric is enough in itself.

Back to Egypt

It takes time to create something special, but the result speaks for itself. As each of us are differenteach and every handwoven scarf is different. They are personalities for those who care about whomade it and how.

Woven in Judit Lukacs’s workshop

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#weaving #scarves #accesories #handmade

Scarf for youJun 2nd, 2015 9:56:01am

It is always a great pleasure to weave for someone I know ­ to weave someone’s dream. Before Istart working on the loom I talk with my client who is also my creative partner. We choose threads, wedecide the colors and patterns together. After one hour of weaving the patters and colors start tounfold.

Resting shuttles

It is wonderful feeling to remove the woven fabric from the loom on the end of the day. Now I see theresult of my work for the first time. But the scarf isn’t finished yet, I still have to make the fringes thattakes about three hours…

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The scarf is removed from the weaving loom

I always save the best for last ­ when I see the smile on my client’s face wearing the freshly ironedscarf I know that my hard work mas more than worthwhile.

Saving the best for last

Scarves are great accessories. I always have one with me even on hot summer days. If the weathergets chilly I just wrap myself ­ and sometimes others too :) ­ into my cozy scarf. We do not need toomany clothes and accessories, we just need the right ones. Less but better…

Woven in Judit Lukacs’s workshop

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#weaving #scarf #scarf for men

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May 27th, 2015 10:20:40pm

I like to travel! This month I went to Vienna to the Tangoamadeus tango festival. I spent four wonderfuldays there. I share with you some pictures about my journey. I saw some violin maker workshops,handmade shoe makers, beautiful flowers, wonderful buildings and last but not least nice people. Sureon the evening milongas I tried my first tango dress.

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#travel #vienna

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May 27th, 2015 10:00:11pm

Folk costumes made by unknown masters have a great impact on me; I usually get inspired by thesewonderful works.

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Source: illango.com #inspiration #folk shirt #embroidery

May 27th, 2015 9:39:53pm

In 2013 I fell in love with Argentine tango. And not only… Since then tango became part of my life. Onthe milongas (dance events) I enjoy loosing myself in the hug of my partner. While I am dancing I donot have to make decisions, the only thing I have to do is following. Dancing is a kind of meditation forme, it relaxes me.

In February I got some inspiration and I started to design and make a tango dress collection. I am veryexcited about it! I am still working on the prototypes, today I just finished a purple dress. But let mekeep the details for later…

“Warning: tango contains highly addictive ingredients, such as pain, pleasure, passion, excitement,connection, freedom, torment, and bliss. In seven out of ten cases it takes over a person’s life.” Iwould complete this quote this way: creating and tango…

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#tango #workshop #tango dress

May 25th, 2015 9:22:45pm

This is my first handwoven belt. It is perfect accessory of summer dresses and tunics. The fabric ismade of cotton threads on a weaving loom with six pedals and two shuttles.

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Source: illango.com #belt #eye­ornament #accessory #buckle closure #weaving

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