by cectimm | Jul 23, 2018 | drawing, my work
#adrawingaday #whatwouldFRIDAwear When I was going through my big earring phase in my 2o’s I would have coveted these earrings… actually even now that I’m only waring studs I think I want these beauties. I am attracted to indigenous jewellery,...
by cectimm | Jul 22, 2018 | drawing, my work
#adrawingaday #whatwouldFRIDAwear I’ve drawn a few of Frida’s full skirts as they are an essential element of her iconic style. I like the idea of a beautiful skirt hiding all of your worst bits and she did just that. Hiding her illness and disability with...
by cectimm | Jul 21, 2018 | drawing, my work
#adrawingaday #whatwouldFRIDAwear Not all of Frida’s clothes were fancy and showy. She must have had clothes that she wore around the house. This top is a bit more hippy-dippy than her usual garb but the colourful detail and embroidery make it oh so Frida. She...
by cectimm | Jul 20, 2018 | drawing, my work
#adrawingaday #whatwouldFRIDAwear So many of Frida’s jewellery pieces are so beautiful, unique and usually have a nod to indigenous culture. There are different versions of this necklace in photographs and paintings… sometimes it’s green and other...
by cectimm | Jul 19, 2018 | drawing, my work
#adrawingaday #whatwouldFRIDAwear We often see Frida dressed in summery clothing but I’m sure at times she felt a chill and had to wear something a bit warmer. This long sleeve top looks like it could be found now in Tree of Life. Crochet is a huge theme in...
by cectimm | Jul 18, 2018 | drawing, my work
#adrawingaday #whatwouldFRIDAwear I think Mexican women are onto something with these Huipil tops… cool cotton that sits away from the body but is still feminine and pretty. Red and yellow make such a great colour contrast ♥ If you would like to purchase...
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