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Fashion Documentaries


At the moment my full time job is so much more relaxing and stress free compared to my previous job. I am finally catching up on redoing my design space, unpacking my fabric, and getting to my list of must watch shows on Netflix. 

One of the most recent documentaries I've seen is "In Louboutin's Shoes," directed by Michael Waldman. It's a great look into the way Louboutin works and how he gets inspired. Plus, the shoes are simply stunning even through the TV and not in person. If you love shoes or need a short fashion documentary to filly our time, I would recommend checking this one out.

Next on my list was of course "Iris," directed by Albert Maysies. Honestly, I don't know how I waited so long to watch it. I've read about her and seen snip-its here and there, and she's truly an inspiration. I'm not huge into jewelry, but I love the way she combines textiles, colors, and patterns. I absolutely loved the documentary. It was a great mixture of past, present, and what she's planning on continuing doing. I love how she has her hands in so many baskets. From writing, to helping exhibits, to collecting vintage, to teaching, she just does a little bit of everything and I love it. I recommend it to anyone looking for a fun watch.


My upcoming list to watch:

  • "The First Day in May"
  • "House of Z"
Other ones I've seen that I'd recommend: "Dior & I," "Mademoiselle C," and "Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf's."

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