Oscar de la Renta Taps Karlie Kloss for Spring 2012 Ad Campaign
Oscar de la Renta selected Karlie Kloss for his Spring 2012 campaign, she has the classic good looks that works beautifully with his collection. The strapless fringe dress paired with the structured wedged heels was my favorite.
Photographer Craig McDean placed the colorful designs against a black-and-white background and the result was magic. A neutral back-drop allowed the pieces to pop.
Her hair was styled in a sleek center-parted bun and the make-up was stunning; it highlighted her enviable cheek-bones. I loved these ads because I get an Alice in Wonderland vibe from them.
Photo Credit: Craig McDean/Oscar de la Renta
Calvin Klein Jeans Spring 2012 Ad Campaign Stars Lara Stone & Toni Garrn
Calvin Klein Jeans unveiled its Spring 2012 campaign starring models Lara Stone and Toni Garrn. The ads were shot by Mert and Marcus and they are quite sensual.
Each lady posed with a male counterpart in low rise jeans, sans top. They were however, strategically covered-up.
It appears that colorful denim is the look of the season. The yellow and green pants displayed in the images are reminiscent of lemon and lime frozen icies. I guess summer will be sweet afterall.
I loved the crashing of the waves in the backdrop as they reclined on black rocks. The blue of the sea and sky were also extremely tantalizing.
Photo Credit: Mert & Marcus/Calvin Klein Jeans
Chloe – Spring 2012 Ad Campaign
Chloe selected models Karmen Pedaru and Kate White for its Spring 2012 campaign. I still love this collection as much as I did when it debuted during Paris Fashion Week.
The colors were subtle and muted, but the turquoise stood out. My favorite looks were the striped dresses with origami pleats, they were stunning.
Photographer Glen Luchford shot the ads and I’m taken with his use of space in the images. It was pretty brilliant to keep the models on the right and to use a wooden chair on the left for balance.
Movement in photography gives the pictures a natural flow and that technique works beautifully in fashion. This is one of my favorite campaigns for the season.
Photo Credit: Glen Luchford /Chloe
Rihanna for Armani Jeans & Emporio Armani Spring 2012 Ad Campaigns
Rihanna posed for both the Armani Jeans and Emporio Armani Spring 2012 campaigns. The singer does keep herself busy and quite fit.
I am a big fan of black-and-white photography because it has the ability to capture your imagination. Photographers Mert & Marcus were able to do just that with these shots.
The images are tame and appropriate for the targeted audience. Sure, there is a hint of sensuality, but it was restrained.
That said, I loved her hair, it’s such a soft look on her. Her makeup was gorgeous as well, the eyes and cheeks were flawless.
Gwyneth Paltrow for Coach’s Spring 2012 Ad Campaign
Gwyneth Paltrow stars in her second campaign for Coach, this time the she posed for the Spring 2012 with an all-American vibe. Photographer Peter Lindbergh shot the ads in New York.
One captures the actress in a relaxed scene and another catches her on-the-go. It is believable that we are getting a glimpse into her life.
The bags are featured prominently in each shot. I liked the mix of tan and brights in both photos as well as the greenery in the background.
There’s something so easy about the photos. I think lots of women will identify with that lifestyle. The straight hair and nude makeup palette also added to that relaxed element.
Roberto Cavalli Spring 2012 Ad Campaign – Naomi Campbell, Karen Elson, Kristen McMenamy & Daphne Groeneveld
Roberto Cavalli brought out the big names for his Spring 2012 campaign. Naomi Campbell, Karen Elson, Kristin McMenamy and Daphne Groeneveld gave life to the collection with continuous movement; even their tresses got in on the action. Photographer Steven Meisel was called in to shoot the fabulous four.
They posed in sparkling sequins, sheer lace and colorful prints for the ads. These models still have the right moves to capture our imaginations.
The neutral makeup palettes won me over because they contrasted nicely with the vivid pieces. I loved the pin straight hair which was beautiful against all the texture and patterns in the looks.
Chanel Spring 2012 Ad Campaign Stars Joan Smalls & Saskia de Brauw
Chanel selected models Joan Smalls and Saskia de Brauw for the Spring 2012 campaign. The black-and-white ads were shot by designer Karl Lagerfeld.
I always love movement in photography and these images did not disappoint. Even more impressive was the photographer’s ability to work the refined looks within an athletic theme. Note the balance beams, parallel bars, swimming and the horse.
Lagerfeld did a great job of conveying not only the beauty of the pieces, but their ease and versatility. I also loved the artistry and poses of the models; their grace and strength should be applauded.
Photo Credit: Karl Lagerfeld/Chanel


































