tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post1739616448429551110..comments2024-03-06T03:19:26.910-05:00Comments on The Emperor's Old Clothes: What's this and who bought it?Fluff Chancehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17757091504806772512noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-21531234456015376232009-12-05T17:00:15.333-05:002009-12-05T17:00:15.333-05:00to: Anonymous Nov 20/09 10:09 am
Forget the archi...to: Anonymous Nov 20/09 10:09 am<br /><br />Forget the archives, 2 years ago on 39th St, outside one of the contractor buildings, I saw a 6 ft high, pile of hard paper production patterns. I looked at the production pattern piece tickets that identified Bill Blass as the company, model, style and fabric were indicated. Some were from 2003-2004 collections.<br /> As I (pile diver) was looking thru them, interest was created, and soon, Whoosh the Pile was gone! <br /><br />It happened again last month. No, I did not want to look any more as it was not Bill Blass.<br />There are no more archives, they have been tossed.<br />Better to see FIT galleries or Costume Institute at the Met to see the real Blass.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08641432342771783923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-56900820190589048252009-11-23T16:46:13.936-05:002009-11-23T16:46:13.936-05:00It's a disturbing thing to see Financial Compa...It's a disturbing thing to see Financial Companies buy the name of a wholly valid but deceased designer and carry on ... why ever would this be done? Mr. Blass was ab urbane man who adored his dames and dressed them damn well back in the day. What a tawdry thing when there is undoubtedly talent so fresh and creative that simply lacks backing and production. Mr. Blass was class itself and this is simply ... common.<br /><br />And as an example of interned and classed up, I offer the very fresh Kimberly Ovitz, who at the very beginning of an interesting career, had actually created the Perfect Little Black Dress as worn by Chloe Sevigny albeit beige in thsi month's Bazaar. <br /><br />Grrrrrr. And sad to be the newly appointed one, how dreadful. Tom Ford managed because he did a brand, did it as though it were his own, and that is the way.<br /><br />I do love it all.Madeleine Gallaynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-21905494877187430392009-11-20T10:09:28.852-05:002009-11-20T10:09:28.852-05:00They could save themselves from a monumental futur...They could save themselves from a monumental future headache (and financial ruin) by scouring the archives. Mr. Blass already did the heavy lifting. Why not simply use his existing designs? Keep the marketing to a minimum and quietly release the archived designs. Then sit back and watch the explosion. Compared to anything else on the retail floor, these designs will stand out like they were originally designed to. Oh, how refreshing it would be! Of course, they would never dream of doing this. It is far easier to follow the existing business model of celebrity designer (or a "new" face created by some marketing genius). Maybe, just maybe, we could have well designed and beautifully constructed clothing without the side of hoopla. Me and my damn wishful thinking. PS Love your blog!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-24137475869024582482009-11-19T00:10:07.556-05:002009-11-19T00:10:07.556-05:00>Macy's called and they want their clothes ...>Macy's called and they want their clothes back.<<br /><br />You mean Sarah Palin called and she wants her clothes back so she can wear them on the cover of Newsweek.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12751974925620926464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-19463783320698958822009-11-18T16:17:50.753-05:002009-11-18T16:17:50.753-05:00And this is the designer world!
When they ask wha...And this is the designer world!<br /><br />When they ask what happened to retail ready-to-wear, all they have to do is look at this stuff. Exhibit "A".<br /><br />Blass was the most elegant gentleman. His clothes were fabulous and reflected his impeccable taste. Beautiful lines and details in fabulous fabrics. He'd have fainted if anyone had slapped on a World Wrestling Foundation belt or kitschy brooches.<br /><br />Just found your terrific blog. I'll be back.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-85396230898980684642009-11-17T12:35:47.463-05:002009-11-17T12:35:47.463-05:00it's me e g! bill formerly from sfa...i love y...it's me e g! bill formerly from sfa...i love your take on everything...curious...what happened to our kind of style?everyday a floor showhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09750950556020309004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-58005635589238502122009-11-16T16:38:55.393-05:002009-11-16T16:38:55.393-05:00Robert ,
If you send me an email address I'l...Robert ,<br /> If you send me an email address I'll explain myself. You can contact me at Organzavoid@gmail.com<br />FluffFluff Chancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17757091504806772512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-55965059394541768532009-11-16T16:37:13.871-05:002009-11-16T16:37:13.871-05:00beaumec56,
Thanks for the tiny veiled compliment...beaumec56,<br /> Thanks for the tiny veiled compliment. I almost missed it. Who are you??????<br />FluffFluff Chancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17757091504806772512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-34026738090708584212009-11-16T13:59:04.388-05:002009-11-16T13:59:04.388-05:00it puzzles me that bill blass left a legacy of imp...it puzzles me that bill blass left a legacy of impeccable style and true grace. why is there no one that could assume the role to create clothes that have some semblance of taste and excitement that was blass..legend that he was.<br /> having said that, those who can afford clothes are an unfortunate dying breed..but there are women out there that cherish the classic and sophisticated clothes that blass was known for. it seems that to accomplish this a designer needs pr director that can reach out to the clients that deserve to wear the label. it is unfortunate that the management has lost direction and are truly in the dark.<br /> bill blass was all about quality and luxe...but with the wearability and punch that was to the manor born.e g is that kind of designer.everyday a floor showhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09750950556020309004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-65253418384015178422009-11-15T21:55:40.714-05:002009-11-15T21:55:40.714-05:00Fluff, you got me thinking -- those two girls who ...Fluff, you got me thinking -- those two girls who design Bruce -- they'd be perfect for this job but they don't pursue the spotlight (read: they don't prostitute themselves) and so are not well known. If they were two cutesy boys, they'd be stars (yes, I am refering to those two asshats). Every time BB was made a mess of, I thought of them. They're not brilliant - yet - but they're really, really good, and they are what BB needs. And I know it will never happen. (No, I'm not friends with them.)Luckynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-27335137324839339532009-11-15T20:48:12.965-05:002009-11-15T20:48:12.965-05:00I am confused about your lumping together Jil Sand...I am confused about your lumping together Jil Sander and Givenchy with obvious clunkers Halston and Ungaro. Jil under Raf is brilliant, and so is Givenchy by Ric Tic. Please elaborate on your comment.Roberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01282331123796933210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-4903562823481715742009-11-15T17:27:32.743-05:002009-11-15T17:27:32.743-05:00BYE BYE BILL BLASS.....THE FINAL NAIL IS SELECTEDBYE BYE BILL BLASS.....THE FINAL NAIL IS SELECTEDAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-46078810291708358452009-11-15T13:20:07.753-05:002009-11-15T13:20:07.753-05:00Sad isn't it? The real talented designers don...Sad isn't it? The real talented designers don't get hired to do the job. Vogue's taste level, well, look at what Anna is wearing... sometimes you are like:"What? This is the woman who is supposed to tell us what to wear? Look at what she is wearing!"Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-12142383092610652802009-11-15T12:29:53.194-05:002009-11-15T12:29:53.194-05:00I UNDERSTAND THIS IS THE DESIGNER VOGUE HAS SUGGES...I UNDERSTAND THIS IS THE DESIGNER VOGUE HAS SUGGESTED THEY HIRE? HMMMM.... NOW I'M REALLY BEGINNING TO QUESTION THE TASTE LEVEL OF VOGUE AND EUROFILES WHO WORK THERE. THESE PEOPLE HAVE NO IDEA WHAT THEY WANT TO DO WITH THE BRAND. I UNDERSTAND A BETTER PRICED SPORTSWEAR DEAL WITH MACY'S IS IN THE WORKS. YIKES!!! QUESTION? WHY IS IT I CAN'T TELL THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE DESIGNER COLLESTIONS, CONTEMPORARY COLLECTIONS AND FOREVER 21???Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-20248073062232014782009-11-14T20:06:51.972-05:002009-11-14T20:06:51.972-05:00Fluff, You sharpened your claws today! Correct, Me...Fluff, You sharpened your claws today! Correct, Meow!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-65678176355845578772009-11-14T07:47:01.085-05:002009-11-14T07:47:01.085-05:00derek lam has a design director?derek lam has a design director?(angry) deaconhttp://www.dailydozencreative.com/weblognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-21144103603211407252009-11-14T06:52:07.679-05:002009-11-14T06:52:07.679-05:00The real question is what is the direction the lab...The real question is what is the direction the label wants to head in? Do they want to recapture B.B. at his best or move in a direction that reflect the current trends and forgoes that history? Is the B.B. style still too fresh in the minds of the Fashion aware to do this or so forgotten that those in charge believe they can put a designer in place that reflects the market trend rather than the historical feel fo B.B.? So many questions that need to be answered by those funding the venture so that the designer selected confirms that direction and their intent, but then I suspect that once the announcement is made and interviews begin the spin will begin...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18176109795167713603noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-44245919327489582622009-11-14T02:52:37.121-05:002009-11-14T02:52:37.121-05:00It's all about luck, who you know and who'...It's all about luck, who you know and who's praising you these days Fluff. It's as simple as that! And I totally agree with you. Jeffrey's collections are like so many others - they look like any X, Y or Z brands out there that should only be called a bridge or secondary line instead of a "collection." Don't be confused, if you are the darling of Anna or Suzy, you are sure to be the next Thakoon even when you just cut 3 holes out of a black garbage bag, put a huge leather belt around it, some sexy 20 inch shoes and lots of bling bling jewelry and your review will be - edgy with a political statement.<br /><br />I've emailed you to the address you posted yesterday but not sure if you got it - exZAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-5828615844083799372009-11-13T23:29:03.589-05:002009-11-13T23:29:03.589-05:00Macy's called. They want their clothes back.Macy's called. They want their clothes back.Amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11613377688911763793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8401355923091588637.post-63327336217376317232009-11-13T19:54:32.040-05:002009-11-13T19:54:32.040-05:00"Ouch!"
That's right, Bill Blass is..."Ouch!" <br />That's right, Bill Blass is gone, but it would be great if one designer could get it right by projecting their own vision and that of the previous designer into their designs. The colors are drab without one iota of vibrancy, who wants to walk around looking depressed? <br /><br />The first collections of Peter Som were not that bad, in fact I thought of them to be quite good, they just did not give him a chance. My thing is, if they can't get it right, then the investors need to close up shop and take a loss. <br /><br />I know Pilati is no where near the designer of YSL, but I was absolutely floored when I read that Pilati could not use the draping method to design garments with models who were over a size 4. If a designer can't do this on a woman of any size then he needs to quit the field.Divalocityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00273194312285528274noreply@blogger.com