Magzoid Magazine - Luxury Magazine in the Creative Space | October 2023 |
“A drop of ink may make a million think.” Lord Byron In this edition, we explore the diverse realms ink has ventured into, celebrating the artists who have fearlessly embraced its fluidity to craft their unique artistic identities. From the fusion of ink and technology in the digital age to the rich tapestry of ink's historical journey, each story in this issue is a testament to the enduring power of this medium. But we don't just talk about ink. We also talk about other things, like International Coffee Day, when people celebrate coffee, United Nations Day, World Food Day, and World Thrift Day. These days remind us of the special things in life and how important it is to save money. Magzoid Magazine has always strived to ignite your imagination, captivate your focus, and enrich your essence. As you navigate this ocean of ink and creativity, I invite you to embrace the boundless inspiration it offers. Let each page be a testament to the enduring power of human expression and the artistry that connects us across time and space. With ink as our guide, let's go on this wonderful journey where every drawing, every word, and every picture shows how creative people can be.
“A drop of ink may make a million think.”
Lord Byron
In this edition, we explore the diverse realms ink has ventured into, celebrating the artists who have fearlessly embraced its fluidity to craft their unique artistic identities. From the fusion of ink and technology in the digital age to the rich tapestry of ink's historical journey, each story in this issue is a testament to the enduring power of this medium.
But we don't just talk about ink. We also talk about other things, like International Coffee Day, when people celebrate coffee, United Nations Day, World Food Day, and World Thrift Day. These days remind us of the special things in life and how important it is to save money.
Magzoid Magazine has always strived to ignite your imagination, captivate your focus, and enrich your essence. As you navigate this ocean of ink and creativity, I invite you to embrace the boundless inspiration it offers. Let each page be a testament to the enduring power of human expression and the artistry that connects us across time and space.
With ink as our guide, let's go on this wonderful journey where every drawing, every word, and every picture shows how creative people can be.
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LUX<br />
CHRISTIAN DIOR<br />
A Fashion Legacy and <strong>the</strong> <strong>2023</strong>-24 W<strong>in</strong>ter Collection<br />
C<br />
hristian Dior, a name synonymous with<br />
timeless elegance, left an <strong>in</strong>delible<br />
mark on <strong>the</strong> world of fashion. Born <strong>in</strong><br />
1905 <strong>in</strong> Normandy, Dior’s journey from an art<br />
enthusiast to a fashion icon is noth<strong>in</strong>g short<br />
of remarkable. He founded his eponymous<br />
fashion house <strong>in</strong> 1946, and with<strong>in</strong> a year, he<br />
unveiled <strong>the</strong> “New Look” collection, revolutioniz<strong>in</strong>g<br />
post-war fashion. This collection,<br />
with its full skirts, c<strong>in</strong>ched waists, and fuller<br />
busts, brought opulence and joy back to Parisian<br />
fashion.<br />
Over <strong>the</strong> years, Christian Dior’s creations<br />
adorned world-famous stars like Rita Hayworth<br />
and Margot Fonteyn, elevat<strong>in</strong>g his<br />
profile on <strong>the</strong> global stage. His meticulous<br />
attention to detail extended beyond fashion<br />
to fragrance, with <strong>the</strong> debut of Miss Dior <strong>in</strong><br />
tribute to his sister Ca<strong>the</strong>r<strong>in</strong>e, a Resistance<br />
fighter dur<strong>in</strong>g World War II.<br />
In 1957, tragedy struck as Dior passed<br />
away, leav<strong>in</strong>g a legacy <strong>in</strong> disarray. Yves<br />
Sa<strong>in</strong>t Laurent briefly took <strong>the</strong> re<strong>in</strong>s, followed<br />
by Marc Bohan, who ushered <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> “Slim<br />
Look.” In 1985, Bernard Arnault took <strong>the</strong><br />
helm, transform<strong>in</strong>g Dior <strong>in</strong>to a powerhouse<br />
with<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> luxury goods <strong>in</strong>dustry. Gianfranco<br />
Ferre and John Galliano made significant<br />
contributions as creative directors, <strong>in</strong>fus<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir unique styles <strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong> brand.<br />
Fast forward to <strong>2023</strong>, and Dior’s artistic<br />
director Kim Jones pays homage to <strong>the</strong><br />
brand’s rich history and British heritage <strong>in</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>2023</strong>-24 W<strong>in</strong>ter Collection. Inspired by<br />
T.S. Eliot’s “The Waste Land,” <strong>the</strong> collection<br />
delves <strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong>mes of time pass<strong>in</strong>g, death,<br />
and renewal. It features pale, neutral colors,<br />
fluid layer<strong>in</strong>gs, and conceptual life jackets—a<br />
nod to Dior’s fasc<strong>in</strong>ation with <strong>the</strong> sea.<br />
The collection also draws <strong>in</strong>spiration from<br />
Yves Sa<strong>in</strong>t Laurent’s time at Dior, showcas<strong>in</strong>g<br />
over-<strong>the</strong>-head wool tunics and animal<br />
pr<strong>in</strong>ts. However, it’s Jones’s dist<strong>in</strong>ctively tailored<br />
suits that steal <strong>the</strong> spotlight. Lapel-less<br />
s<strong>in</strong>gle-breasted jackets paired with flow<strong>in</strong>g<br />
trousers redef<strong>in</strong>e elegance for <strong>the</strong> modern<br />
era.<br />
Kim Jones cont<strong>in</strong>ues to bridge streetwear<br />
with high fashion, push<strong>in</strong>g boundaries and<br />
evolv<strong>in</strong>g Dior’s aes<strong>the</strong>tic. As <strong>the</strong> skirts—<br />
and shorts—now flow freely, Dior rema<strong>in</strong>s a<br />
symbol of change and <strong>in</strong>novation <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> ever-evolv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
world of fashion.<br />
In <strong>2023</strong>, Christian Dior’s legacy thrives,<br />
mediat<strong>in</strong>g between history and <strong>the</strong> future,<br />
much like <strong>the</strong> poetic journey of T.S. Eliot’s<br />
words <strong>in</strong> “The Waste Land.”<br />
86 <strong>October</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />
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