The President and First Lady take centre stage in the April edition of Vogue, talking to Jonathan Van Meter about their life as parents, their marriage and their vision for American families.
It looks like a rather lovely read and as it’s photographed by Annie Leibovitz, how can I resist ? Curling up on the sofa or weather permitting, in the garden with this edition of Vogue will definitely be a part of my weekend. Will it be part of yours?
I have always loved the way that Grace Coddington styles. Whether it is for a whimsical shoot or a more practical one, there is always a concise story that is weaved throughout the pages with an underlying current of elegance.
I must admit, I find the fanciful shoots that Grace does simply take my breath away. The ‘Alice in Wonderland’ one is my favourite – although as it is my favourite book, that is not surprising! I still remember where I was when I bought my copy and where I read it - and yes, it is still on my coffee table at home. (It’s a very good issue!)
'Alice' as played by Natalia Vodianova with Nicolas Ghesquiere. Photography by Annie Leibovitz.
Alice with Karl Largerfeld
Alice with one of my favourite designers, Marc Jacobs (for Louis Vuitton)
Grace’s ability to lead you into an alternate world that engulfs and entertains you is a magical talent that not many stylists hold and is what makes her so iconic.
Understandably, her book, ‘Grace: Thirty Years of Fashion at Vogue’ holds a special place in my heart. It’s my favourite photography book.
I get a sense that Grace has a great sense of humour by looking at this cover illustration!
Grace doing a book signing - I love the orange cover it comes in!
I was living overseas at the time it was published. It was my birthday soon after the book was released and my parents bought it for me for my birthday present, making the book even more of a treasure due to their association with it.
If you get a chance to get a copy, I highly recommend it. It is such a lovely journey through Grace’s favourite styling stories.I promise that it will take your breath away too.
Miss French Navy is the modern woman who knows how to be graceful in any situation. Growing up, Miss French Navy was always impressed and enchanted by the elegant people, stylish magazines and coffee table books that seemed to be ever present in her world. This became the foundation of her lifelong passion with connecting people through beautiful words, images, design and thoughtful actions.
If you have an etiquette question, want to know how to write the perfect note for any occasion or need a little advice on the best way to deal with a potential social faux pas, simply drop her an email, and she will be happy to offer her advice.
