Anna Sui is giving out a book and Rachel Zoe had a little talk with her mostly about her new Spring 2011 collection which is FAB (normally not my piece of cake, but I love these looks). See the whole collection HERERachel Zoe: Since 1991, you have inspired the fashion world with your collections, which are distinctively feminine yet rock and roll. Browsing the pages of your eponymous book, Anna Sui, is there one look or collection that stands out to you the most?
Anna Sui: Look 31 (model: Megan McNierney) from my spring '11 collection features a lot of the signature elements that I'm known for: collages of vintage floral prints on floaty chiffon, handkerchief hems, embroidered velvet, tall boots, long feathered beaded necklaces. The total boho rocker chick look.
RZ: Growing up and into adulthood, how did you develop your own personal sense of style? Who are your muses?
AS: I always like a rock and roll influence. I still always ask myself: Is it cool enough for Keith Richards and Anita Pallenberg?
RZ: As a global influence, you have built an empire through your clothing, accessories, fragrance and cosmetic lines-what advice do you have for young men and women looking to follow in your footsteps? AS: Build a recognizable brand; establish icons that are identifiable to you. Make sure that each product that you develop has your signature. Every tube of Anna Sui lipstick should give you the same thrill as you get from an Anna Sui dress.
RZ: What is one fashionable item that you are coveting this fall?
AS: A champagne deco patterned paillettes on tulle dress from my fall collection (picture to the left, Model: Sasha Pivovarova).
RZ: Just like your clothing, your book is exquisitely designed and full of images by legendary photographers and insider's commentary on your world. What are some of the inspiring tomes on your own coffee table?
World of Madeleine Castaing by Emily Evans Eerdmans - Emilio Pucci by Vanessa Friedman & Armando Chitolina Diaghilev
- the Golden Age of the Ballet Russes 1909-1929 by Jane Pritchard & Geoffrey Marsh.
Vicky
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