Sherman Questions III

1. Cindy Sherman Untitled #225, 1990
2. Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2007

One example of incorporating fake body parts and creating a moment of exhibitionist shock. In this regard, Sherman does not only quote the iconic image of Virgin with Child, she also appears close to Jean Paul Gaultier and his skin flashing runway moments. Not rarely quoting symbols of religion and holiness. By offering her right breast and wearing the black lace of a sinful widow, Sherman is bearing the cross.
/HORST

Image credits Cindy Sherman, Catwalking

Cross Dressing

1. Raquel Welch
2. Matthew Kristall
3. Sebastian Faena
4. Steven Meisel

I do appreciate the theoretical concept of a naughty nun or masturbating monk. This visual and linguistic pairing was, of course, just chosen in favour of creating an alliteration.
/HORST

Post Paris XIII

A false encyclopaedic guide to the menswear collections, presenting:
Juun J. Fall/Winter 2012

1. Björk Homogenic 1997
2. Eiko Ishioka Faye Dunaway for Parco
3. Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2007

Following the visual path of the cryptic 'ikon', the geometric shape of the triangle reveals itself as a remarkable similarity. Collar, bow and cleavage depict a deep plunging V that recurs in a white shirt, layered underneath the referential print.
/HORST

Obeisance

Dolce & Gabbana Spring/Summer 2010

This collection is quite amazing, isn't it? One may think whatsoever about Dolce & Gabbana, but there must be a serious reason that even Horst surrenders and admits his appreciation.
/HORST

Image credits Catwalking

Like A Prayer

Photos Sebastian Faena

I like the severe look of a nun's habit. The black/white contrast, the architectural shape, the negation of the female body. And when you hide something you cause curiosity. Satisfied?
/HORST

Church Of Jump

London has more to offer than sausages. It is the center of religious enlightenment. Maybe. Where people dress in colorful slogan tees and do the Jump dance. To express their feelings, their joy, and unbreakable love for the one who saved us all. Let's celebrate. When you believe, ridiculousness is non-existent. Maybe.