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| An acrylic-and-silkscreen portrait of Hélène Rochas by Andy Warhol, 1974. |
“I’m against the idea of dressing young—that shows fear."
So said Hélène Rochas (1927—2011), former fashion model, international beauty, and director of the Paris perfume house of the same name, following the 1955 death of her first husband, Marcel Rochas. Among the scents she inspired or commissioned were Femme de Rochas (a wedding gift from her husband in 1944), Madame Rochas (launched in 1960), Eau de Roche (aka Eau de Rochas), and Muse de Rochas.
Is it fear or a lack of a sense of self? Perhaps it is both. Thanks for making me think things through. Mary
ReplyDeletevery much like this blog, hope to be able to enjoy it this new year as well as we all could last year, all the best for 2012,
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Completely fabulous. I love the lesser known Warhol portraits. The pinks and purples in this one are amazing. And the quotation? If only more women could see the truth in that statement.
ReplyDeleteHappy back to this space this year, AAL. Growing old is not for sissies. I do so enjoy people who have the guts to admit it and do life on their own terms.
ReplyDeleteI am always inspired by your posts - to learn more about a fascinating person, to think about living my life more fully. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHow perfectly said indeed dahhling! I think it is always so much more chic to dress age appropriate...it's being secure with one's place in life.
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Interesting. It always bothers me to see a fifty year old running about in 20 something attire.
ReplyDeleteWonderful work of art by Warhol!
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Indeed! Don't be afraid that you are getting older. Beauty is an inner thing.
ReplyDeleteI always thought Mme. Rochas was one of the most elegant women. So much the epitome of what one thinks of Paris. It may sound trite to say it, but they don't make 'em like her anymore.
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