STRIPPED DOWN.

Stripped down to the bare essentials, the program for Marc Jacob’s latest collection was a direct reflection of the minimalism, but ever so powerful show that was to come. An artistic display at the completely opposite end of the spectrum from his last collection, Jacob’s drew inspiration form the pinnacle of New York magic. Think icy blonde hair, deep dark eyes and iconic black stockings, a tribute to the legendary Factory and it’s most infamous ‘it’ girl, Edie Sedgwick! Lead by a black and white clad Ruby Jean, the army of models tramped down the runway proving not only the powerful of the understated, but also the pure ingenious of Marc Jacobs. Simplicity with the backbone of slightly tragic glamour, this collection was proof that fashion’s power lies in it’s ability to tell a story, and this season, Marc Jacob’s proved the fabulously eccentric memory of Andy Warhol’s super star lives on! 

Model of the Moment

Ruby Jean Wilson is a stand out Australian model making stride after stride in the high fashion world. To be noticed in the exclusive world of fashion is a feat in itself, but to be recognized on an international level, walking in and opening high profile shows like YSL and Louis Vuitton, is an achievement that’s part of a whole different ball game. Ruby Jean’s alabaster skin, thick chopping mane and deep brown eyes are insuring that she’s being noticed for all the right reasons by the game changers of the industry… Her kick-ass personal style isn’t hurting either!

The Secret of Success is Enthusiasm: i-D Magazine

Describe yourself… Happy, loving, humble, ambitious, different. Dreams and ambitions? Nothing specific right now. I want to live comfortably and happily somewhere beautiful. If I could change the world… I’d work for communities in poverty-stricken and war-torn countries teaching children. The last dream I had… I dreamt I had glitter all over me… under my nails, in my hair, in my eyelashes and I couldn’t get it out. Probably because I had glitter all over my face yesterday. Recurring dream or nightmare? I often dream about the places I used to live and people I used to know. What takes you to cloud 9? A new favorite song, really good coffee, absolute silence, fresh berries, shopping sprees, my little sister Flora’s smile.

(Interview i.D Magazine)

Valley of the Dolls…

Shot in the Wolgan Valley, NSW, amidst the magical terrain and the very homestead that Charles Darwin stayed in, in 1836, a trio of models and technicoloured wigs channelled their inner, ‘Valley of the Dolls,’ last year, for the 2010 September Issue of Harper’s Bazaar, Singapore. Now I know it is twelve months later, but this is one of my favourite shoots and features the one and only Ruby Jean Wilson, along side the equally amazing Dempsey Stewart and Natalie Keyser. Shot by Simon Upton and styled by Kenneth Goh, the serene landscape, combined with the enchanting light, create the perfect contrast against the vivid colours and eclectic mix of the fashion.

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