OPERA HAUTE COUTURE - COSTUME EXHIBITION

A few days ago, I spent a cultural afternoon. An Opera, intimate fashion show, refined tailoring and Arkadius work that I could touch with my hands. Is it sounds intriguing? What's more, everything was available for every ordinary mortal. What are we talking about? The exhibition of costumes for opera organized by The Grand Theatre - National Opera in Warsaw. "Opera Haute Couture," because this is name of the exhibition, provides extraordinary aesthetic experience for the customer, all thanks to the work of leading Polish designers.

Nobody should be surprised that the designers design the costumes for the opera. Such experiences have had, among other things: Giorgio Armani, Muccia Prada, Christian Lacroix, Viktor & Rolf and Yves Saint Laurent. They designed the amazing creations, which were watched by millions of fans of fashion and opera. In the Polish fashion such phenomena are a little strange, but very groundbreaking, especially in the interpretation of the word "fashion". Unfortunately, still a lot of Poles believe that fashion is only flashes, stars on the red carpet, money and free events. They treat it like a vanity effect. Nothing could be more wrong than this. Fashion is not just clothes and posing on the walls of sponsorship. We must finally understand that fashion is primarily a kind of art and should invoke in us emotions, both positive and negative. It is also part of the culture, the one closest to the body, the closest to us. I think that the exhibition in the Gallery of the Opera was well presented and took us into a completely different world. This was a great fashion on the big stage and when you saw it you will not be disappointed.

THE 2015 GRAMMY AWARDS

The 2015 Grammy Awards is over. For 57 years those music Oscars have been awarded to big personalities. This year, 22-year-old youngster Sam Smith got the most of statuettes, as much as 4 per great hit "Stay with me"! Who knows, maybe catch up with the Hungarian conductor George Solti, who recieved 31 statues? No one can deny that a night at the Staples Center in Los Angeles was really exciting.

On the red carpet, we could see a really great outfits. But there were also those which it should not be seen the light of day. The annual event stylings for a Grammy in some sense can be compared with a sinusoid, which once reaches the threshold of decency and delight, and sometimes leads us into confusion.

We could see a lot of stars e.g. Madonna, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Pharrell Williams, Paris Hilton or Kim Kardashian. I like the most Katy Perry's styling which comes from Lebanese designer Zuhair Murad. I have not yet seen such a perfect creation on her until now.
Lady Gaga impressed me the most, but I am confused with her dress. I love Stefani and she is a great inspiration for me, but this time I am disgusted. A dress is design by her stylist Brandon Maxwell and was too small for her. A large cut at the front with a low-cut neckline at the front reduce silhouette. This creation is very difficult to wear and definitely will be better for filigree woman.

TAKE ME TO CHURCH

Never say never! It is a banal statement but true! Certainly in my case! My closet has long been full of clothes in juicy colors and when I am see a black and gray I always say:”OMG, I will never wear it!”. I have always been convinced that black overwhelms me and I do not look at it- favorably. I have not mentioned about gray color, though. Until now! I noticed that this winter I choose often a black jackets or coats and I think that I liked it. The devil is in the details. I realize that clothes do not have to be boring, provided that they have sophisticated accessories!

I found my black oversize coat in the cintage shop. I wear it every day with torn jeans, sweater or suit. I do not think that it will work in many different stylings, though. Today I have a glam rock style set, which consists of only 4 colors. Of course, I could not have completely black, so I had to choose creamy golf. Sleek and classic is the besis for all, adding excellent contrast.

Well, I put on the classic styling. However, I would not be myself if I did not choose sunglasses which in this set come to the foreground.

MARIUSZ PRZYBYLSKI "WILD AT HEART" COLLECTION

Last year in the Polish fashion was extremely impressive. On the catwalk we could see a fresh new forms, as well as playing with materials and different colors. Especially the last aspect was the most visible, as it is well known that Polish designers don't like bold, extravagant combinations with colors. Probably the first time during many years, most of the shows presented in the past year positively surprised me. I hope that this year will bring us even more good shows, while making it clear that the Polish fashion market is becoming stronger.

Today's post will be dedicated to the designer, who has recently received the "Designer of the Year 2014" awarded by the magazine "Twój Styl". Who is he? A very capable man, who after a few years on the market, begins to change the Polish fashion. He is trying to understand the needs of a new generation that is open and will not be subject to rigidly defined conventions. Of course, I think about Mariusz Przybylski, the designer. By showing his latest collection "Wild at Heart" has has become a hot topic in Polish media. I am sure that after reading my review and after seeing the pictures, you will admit that Mariusz Przybylski is GREAT designer.

HANDSOME IN SUIT!

"Cuz nothing suits the undisputed oft-saluted suitor of repute like a suit!” is the lyrics by crazy actor Bartneya Stinson, who seduced women in the famous TV series "How I Met Your Mother". This time Bartney was right! Because women like the guys in suits and definitely feel more respect to them than to a "loose guy” in track-suit. Dear ladies, what's up?

It is so sad is that Polish men still treat the suits too seriously. They choose it for a wedding, or to work in the corporation. They are afraid of mixing jackets with causal trousers, and if they do, they usually make the mistake of choosing shoes or pants. Of course, there are exceptions, but I secretly hope that there will be more and more guys open to some experiments. Poles should learn from Italian men, because it's very good reference point. Colleagues from southern Europe are doing it perfectly and very naturally. At the work they wear a suit and thanks to change only pants and shoes, they are ready to meet up with friends or going to the club. Is not a brilliant idea? The starting poitn is properly organized wardrobe and skillfully combination of different elements together. For me, every man should have one, very good suit and casual jackets. Buy these instead of twenty pair of pants. It's honest piece of advice, dear Guys!

LET'S GO TO THE PROM PARTY!

I think that Prom Party is the most important event for young people entering into adulthood. A ceremonial countdown to exams sticks in our memory for a long time. Therefore, during this special evening we take care of immaculate appearance and excellent styling. Especially, that you will be looking at the Prom Party's pics for many years! Before choosing styling for Prom Party read my following crucial hints for your own sake! Are you redy? So let's go, my dears!

COLORFUL SHIPYARD

Gdansk Shipyard - one of the largest in Poland, a very sentimental place for Poles, which made an impact on the history of our country. When I was in this beautiful city to walk around the town and make photos, the shipyard turned out to be an unbeatable place to photograph my styling! I wanted thelandscape which was the most associated with Gdańsk.

My today's styling is moderately toned (you must admit that I'm capable of anything :D). I chose a classic, a little rock "look" of the influence of Italian elegance. A great blue pants like removed from waterfall I presented with strong leather shoes and shirt in black - white stripes, which on first sight like a sailor uniform or prisoner (the choice I leave to you!).Whole a heavy styling mixed with double-breasted jacket with salmon colors which quite accurately fit to the sea climate. Another Italian accent is a red hat and geometric sunglasses from German company - Cazal. This is a very classic model which looks awesome in my different stylings. On the sea breeze I found a way in the form of dark blue scarves from Tenerife!

Sea, sun, strong winds, and tranquility! What do you want more? I leave you with positive energy and beautiful landscape. So... I'm outta here!... to dream :)