Pattern Pulp

Trend: Modern Kaleidoscopes




This time last year we were heavily entrenched in geometric kaleidoscopes. From Arpana Rayamajhi‘s magnificent drawings to Marni’s midcentury spring line, it was easy to see where prints were headed. Fast forward and Arpana’s back in Napal tagging and beautifying walls left right and center. The above photo captures a recent work from Kathmandu.

In contrast and compliment, we’re sharing art from another Pattern Pulp favorite, Ana Montiel. Montiel has been working feverishly on her latest collection to present at her upcoming solo show at Centro Cultural Gran Via in Spain at the end of April. The prints are summery, translucent, ethereal and geometric.

Rounding out the category and reminding us how we’ve evolved, we’re including a snapshot of last year’s feature with Marni and Anna Bondoc. From brightened colors and overlapping interconnected shapes, the updates have been slight, but optimistic, a nice sign for what’s to come this season.

April 20, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Fashion: Floral Styling with Damian Foxe




Every now and then the FT Weekend gets their fashion, print and pattern spread really right. The most recent collaboration with artist, photographer and stylist, Damian Foxe is a mind blowing example. Equal parts commercial and artistic, Foxe works with several traditional wallpaper houses to create life-sized paper dolls.

Wallpaper houses included in this spread include: Timorous Beasties, Sanderson, Lewis and Wood and Designers Guild.

April 19, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Street Shots: Snakeskin Textures




Whenever you’re following a designer’s inspiration reel, it’s easy to spot where it all started. Connecting the dots can be the most interesting part of the process, as its fascinating to see where ideas become tangible.

If you work in textiles, you know that animal prints never go out of style and are constantly being reinvented every season. Here are a few images with uncanny parallels to snakeskin. From this sludgy street signage in Tribeca to this Vile Gash shirt worn by my barista at s’Nice to this Chanel tunic shot for Elle Magazine. All are pixelated, heavily contrasted and busy. The best part of it all is that their man-made components parallel nature-based references.

 

April 18, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Friday Quick Links!




  1. 1. Kim Eichler-Messmer’s beautiful hand-dyed quilts via That’s Happy
  2. 2. Beautiful and surreal illustrations by Raquel Aparicio via Inspire First
  3. 3. These Brooklyn brownstone pillows are so much fun via Poppytalk
  4. 4. Carolina Fontoura Alzaga’s incredible chandeliers made from bicycle parts via My Love For You
  5. 5. Bespoken Art creates unique custom art out of sound via Design-Milk
  6. 6. Meg Hitchock creates interesting and intricate typographic art from religious texts via This is Colossal
  7. 7. Surprisingly taken with The Good Machinery’s neon dipped animal figurines via designworklife
  8. 8. Gorgeous ceramics from Linda Carlin
  9. 9. Definitely a fan of these embroidered toile shoes via Design For Mankind
  10. 10. Digging these colorful mixed-patterned knits from All For Everyone via The Shiny Squirrel
  11. 11. Fascinated by Bodil Jane Kleipool’s delicate laser-cut bra via Style Bubble
  12. 12. Amazing work from local artisans around the world on The Bootstap Project via Trendland

Coverage by: Emily Gup

 

 

April 15, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Budget Buys: Fenton Fallon




Rarely do I get an email about a sale that’s worth trudging across town for- today was different. I woke up to a firestorm of replies from my girlfriends about a Fenton Fallon sample sale in Midtown. The brand’s statement pieces have been on my radar for years and should be on yours as well, as each design is unique, edgy and truly a breath of fresh air in an industry overrun by sameness and knockoffs. From collaborations with Barneys, Proenza Schouler, Thakoon and J.Crew, Dana Lorenz, the brain child behind the brand has outdone herself in both departments of quality and quantity.

With prices ranging from $5 to $100, it’s pretty obvious I went to town. If you’re near 36th and 8th today, pay the studio a visit- your wallet and your girlfriends (if you’re kind) will thank you.

Fenton Fallon: 347 w36th St.

April 15, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Twitter Influencers: Gemma Correll




Illustrator Gemma Correll’s work is filled with quirky characters, cute animals and an ample dose of sweet, silly snark. With wit culled from childhood, Correll’s portfolio of work spans editorial, typography, comic design and various product placements.

When she’s encouraged to combine text with illustration, Correll is at her happiest- cataloged daily on her  blog of illustrative happenings. Following Correll’s activities on twitter is equally rewarding, as she’s quick to share her latest work and daily adventures, and never hesitates to question her audience when an issue arises. Follow along and you’ll understand why she’s this week’s twitter influencer!

April 15, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Tracking Repetitive + Awesome.
On Instagram.