The Ivory Feather

Friday, August 14, 2009

Poni Silver: Hot to Trot

(Ok, forgive me about the title...I couldn't resist!)

I know that we've been busy lately and haven't updated as often as we usually do....HOWEVER, it's because we've been on location, working on some great shoots so that we have something to put up on this, here blog!

Without further ado, I give you a few photos of Poni Silver (if that name doesn't scream, "rich and famous", I don't know what will!) who is the beautiful drummer of the punk band The Ettes. They recently toured with The Kings of Leon through Europe, so if you don't know of them yet, you should!

Dress by local Nashville designer Anna Redmon from her "Norma Clare" line.
Special guest: Milo

We got too many good shots to choose, but, these are some of my favorites. This girl has barely a stitch of makeup, so there were a whopping three of us on the shoot. The creative photog, Heidi Ross, myself and Poni. Lots of fun and plenty of pics choose from!

Monday, August 10, 2009

Imogene+ Willie

My new favorite store in Nashville, hands down.

Imogene and Willie just recently opened their doors in the cozy little community of 12th south.

The jean store specializes in tailoring your jeans to fit you exactly how they should.

The store has an incredibly unique vibe for Nashville... think speak-easy meets new york meets your grandpa's favorite country store.

The owners Carrie and Matt Eddmenson are as interesting and as sweet as their Jeans.

The dynamic duo consider themselves denim connoisseurs and also design for lines such as

Double RL (my fav) and Ralph Lauren.

The specialty shop also features a perfume store, carrying multiple lines from up and coming independent perfumers.

Pick up a coffee at Frothy Monkee, walk down the street and give the new store a shot. I don't think they will leave you disappointed.

2601 12th avenue south

nashville, tn 37204

on the corner of 12th and sweetbriar

www.imogeneandwillie.com

Friday, July 31, 2009

How to: Wed in Style

I love the direction that the local Nashville Lifestyles Wedding mag chose to go with their "rock candy" cover showing of blinding bling in a sea of candy! Go get yourself a copy! Here are a few photos from our editorial and some extras that we shot for the story.

FYI, at Panache, we do have some clients who have expressed interest in our assistance with styling them for their big day. We have a consulting package where we help you pick out a dress and accessorize yourself and your bridesmaids as well as put together a honeymoon wardrobe and we pack for you! Complete with each outfit wrapped in tissue and lavender smelling sachets. You can find our contact information here.

Whether you have a vintage themed wedding or a day at the beach planned, the weight, length, fabric of the dress and the accessories you choose should all fit the overall feel of your wedding. I've been to weddings where the bride had a satin heavy evening dress for a day wedding, outside. It contradicted the easy, breezy feeling of the decor and she looked miserably hot. So, dress for your personality and the special day you have planned!

A cotton dress for a beach wedding. Pefection.

Gorgeous couture mini from Jessica Maros Couture. Just the thing for an urban, unconventional bride.

My personal favorite, Salome, here as an Old Hollywood glamazon.

For the sophisticated bride with an affinity for clean lines. A custom alternative to a J. Crew factory-made gown. An Olia Zavozina creation.

TIP: Post wedding festivities, your dress will be in need of some deep cleaning, and I have discovered where all the bridal shops in town and any well-dressed people in the "know" go to get their duds (gowns, satin shoes, beaded bags or tuxes) restored to "like new" conditon. OAKWOOD CLEANERS (615-620-6095) is the best place in town! In fact, since taking my own clothes there, I've come to find out that some of the most fashion-forward and meticulous people I know, take there clothes there. So, I'm passing it on to you...you can trust your everyday wear or finest frippery to them and they work wonders! Tell them Kyah sent you!

photos by Wee Seing
MAU/Hair by Natali Hettich
Styling by Kyah from Panache

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Designer Spotlight: Hanna Hattori

Looking for amazing summer dresses?

Hanna Hattori is where it's at. Her animal friendly, handmade sundresses are original, fresh and most of all... absolutely adorable.

I always believed that your favorite shoes will take you to a wonderful place and I think the same for clothes. When I'm wearing my favorite dress, I feel happy and know it's gonna be a wonderful day! I want other people to feel the same way in my dresses. I want my dresses to be your "go-to" dress that gives you all the confidence, and brings out the best in you. - Hana

Shop online at HanaHattori.com

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Summer inspiration for the guys...

Three great looks to follow...

Lara Stone: W Mag

When I checked out W magazine online yesterday, I was blown away by this editorial with Lara Stone. Not just because the images are gorgeous, but because I just wrapped a shoot with a very talented team on Sunday and much of the elements that are in this spread were in our own story. It seems that more fashion editorials and CD packaging are using natural light and vintage elements. We are seeing the over-produced look less and less and the best photo's aren't put through such extensive post production. In my humble opinion, of course. Anyway, I'm looking forward to posting the pics of our most recent shoot. Keep an eye out and go get yourself a copy of W magazine in the meantime!

Friday, July 24, 2009

How to: Take a "vibey" photo...

www.reidrolls.com

www.heidiross.com

Here are two of my favorite images from two of my favorite photographers. Working behind the scenes on photo shoots has given me the opportunity to learn a few of the great photog tricks of the trade and I wanted to pass some of them on to you, so that you too, can take a vibey picture with your own basic digital, or even, disposable camera. So here are few fun tips...try them out and let me know how much you love the results!

1. Cover your flash when taking a photo. It will cast some interesting light patterns onto your finished product.

2. If you have some mesh or netting, drape it over your lens, or over your head and shoot thru the fabric.

3. If you are the subject of the photo, don't be afraid to try lots of expressions and shapes with your body. You'll get some funny looking shots, but you are bound to get some fabulous ones too!

4. For the best light, try to take a lot of photos during the "golden hours" which are considered to be the first and last hour of sunlight during the day. The sun is softer so the lighting is more diffused and feels warmer.

5. Try using your parent's camera...you know, the kind with the film! Remember that?! Film creates a really authentic texture for those of us who can't add it in with photoshop. Also, experiment with an old Holga camera. They take awesome pictures.

6. Last little tip...just shoot a lot of frames! Usually, both the photographer and the model get more loosened up as the day goes on so you never know the magic that will come out of that! The more pictures that you take, the better chances of getting a lot of beautiful images.

I've certainly been inspired by working with these photogs in taking more interesting "DIY" photos. These are tips for those of us who don't consider ourselves techy with camera equipment, but still want to take cool pictures. Try these out and let me know!

Have a great weekend!
Kyah