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Dearest Emperor, May you live another 190 years a

Dearest Emperor, May you live another 190 years and enjoy life as you show us how to live. Period.
I Honor you and Monsieur Giammetti and thank you for all that you have done for me… so many years. God’s blessings, R.

This photo of you, sitting at the top of your moun

This photo of you, sitting at the top of your mountain in Porto Ercole, is how I picture you looking down from Heaven . NOW, you can see just how much you did and how many that you have helped in this life. You see how you are adored and honored….. Sainted.
Happy Birthday Angel. I miss you so much and you are in my meditation every day of my life. I mostly hear your voice telling me…”Raffi, you must bring your beauty into this world now more than ever! You must use black white and brown soft, bias fabrics to calm fashion…. Don’t be afraid…. I am always with you”. Enjoy today Elsa, love you! R

Yesterday the sun had a crisp, crystal pique to it

Yesterday the sun had a crisp, crystal pique to it, as if something special was in place to happen. As we arrived at The Abyssinian Baptist Church on 138 th Street, two health (Covid), and an invitee check in manned the entrance.
As you made your way in you felt him….. and then you saw the Thousands of white flowers….
At least 16 Cherry Blossom Trees, and Dogwoods, hundreds and hundreds of Peonies….HE was here, you felt him, no more worrying, no more depression, no more fear. From the time that he left us — JANUARY— until now— APRIL— he had transitioned and had the confidence to comfort us. As I had mentioned before, Lee helped him with his transition.
So you could see him with his unique walk, pointing to the flowers and pressing his lips together and rolling his eyes.
We were in for something larger than life , and it was….. all lead and directed by his distinguished Pastor Butts and the CHOIR that moved the cathedral. By the way, it was David Monn who pulled the event together with so much dignity and elegance. Many friends spoke, but those who were particularly poignant were Marc Jacobs, Mrs. Anna Wintour, and Bethann Hardinson. They spoke from their hearts and touched on experiences that we all have had with the Great One.
Then, when the choir seemed as if it would sail through the ceiling….. HE WAS GONE.
I offer this photo because it shows my heart to Andre. I loved and miss him deeply, but often by imitating him, he is with me.

The Perfection of a Microcosm held within and seen

The Perfection of a Microcosm held within and seen from without a Japanese hand braided minaudière. This is the realm of God. Quite necessary at this moment.

Miza Bricard….. one of the most important muses

Miza Bricard….. one of the most important muses for Monsieur Dior. She sat in on fittings and made styling suggestions to Monsieur Dior…. Nothing to do with this pathetic “influencer” term. Dior would sit with his pointer and direct and several would comment. Madame Bricard would say nothing until she had a bomb to unleash, and with Monsieur Dior smittened a new style would be released. The last point is once a gentleman suitor inquired as to Miza’s favorite florist so that he could send her something and she sent the message: “Cartier”.

Enigma Time…. Just a Reminder.

Enigma Time…. Just a Reminder.

I had an exclusive relationship for 22 years with

I had an exclusive relationship for 22 years with Neiman Marcus, and this man… Ken Downing help is his professional and joyous way of making it seamless, and allowing me to be invisible, so that the clothes could speak. I deeply respect him for everything…./ and we also had a great time especially when we did an event—- black tie no less in someone’s home who had an indoor swimming pool, and in the dark of the dinner, women were falling into the pool by the dozen in chiffon gowns. We could not stop laughing.

Fasten your seat belts….. the soon to be release

Fasten your seat belts….. the soon to be released bible is coming. What we wished we had from Pauline, now by way of Mrs. Blair.

Happy Birthday your Excellency…., Here on the se

Happy Birthday your Excellency…., Here on the second floor of 33 East 68 Street…. Bathed in Ultra Suede…. Fitting model, Chris Royer, H,,and the enigma, Shirley Ferro.

Nothing has to be said….. royalty.

Nothing has to be said….. royalty.

HB HB HB HB HB HB TO YA!

HB HB HB HB HB HB TO YA!

I am writing this post for ONE person. Please….

I am writing this post for ONE person. Please…. We need your studies and research now more than ever for the inspiration and direction of our souls.

Something extraordinary…. A note from Mrs. Evang

Something extraordinary…. A note from Mrs. Evangeline Bruce to her girl friend—the Baroness Pauline de Rothschild about lots in an auction. They were very close, and it was Mrs. Bruce, while visiting at Mouton, who informed Pauline of Mishima’s death—- the masculine, gay, poet’s death. As the story goes, Pauline locked herself in her bedroom for several days. Hhmmm similar to The Bismark( who sold her children for more couture allowance - 1 million). BUT, all of this was reported through the lace of Vreeland’s language. Hyperbolic or fact? Who cares….. it all makes life more interesting.

Everyday in my Heart. X. R.

Everyday in my Heart. X. R.

This is one of the greatest shots…. At Versaille

This is one of the greatest shots…. At Versailles, when Elsa, in a bias white silk jersey slink swayed across the stage in Halston ( the king ), to Mahler. She is holding in her hand, not a minaudière, but an abolone shell dripping with silver.

And my head reels, and my heart skipped a beat wit

And my head reels, and my heart skipped a beat with dark opera that Monsieur Demna presented at BALENCIAGA. It was masterful capturing the fleeing of humans during war, the cold, carrying leather trash bags with what ever they could flee with to get away from the bombing. And because Monsieur Demna lived this experience escaping Georgia, the collection contained deep emotional roots that made so many shapes harken the Master, Balenciaga.
The other looks were enshrouded in politics, torture, and unnecessary apocalypse.

As a moment of rest and perspective….. the hand

As a moment of rest and perspective….. the hand of Mme. Gres. She, and her work are collective visions. We should step back and study now.

Something quite extraordinary happened last week a

Something quite extraordinary happened last week at the Paris RTW collections…. Mr. Rick Owens gave us a view of the solum aftermath of presenting your self as an individual apres war. Models carried small, individual smoke machines…. As if visions in space. I was quite moved.

When we were children we were afraid to even hear

When we were children we were afraid to even hear about Satin. Often terror would set in because we had to grasp tge theory that the Anti- Christ was already amongst us. We would refer to Hitler, and say — no one could and would go beyond his barbaric sadistic, pure evil mind.
How wrong we were. The Anti- Christ has been living here all of this time. When you see this photo, it makes it easier to accept the fact that the Eastern Coast of America could be destroyed. Stay calm…. Begin meditation and prayer for tge possible transition, and begin to use our higher realization to comfort others, grasp a sense of your higher sensibility, seek peace through the arts, and —— plan. For days I have been thinking about getting a pill to give Jimmy so that he just drifts off to sleep, and feels no pain or anxiety.
At the end of the day, take a look at this photo…. How fascinating that such a common man could change our planet’s evolution.
The only thing that could change our: DEVOLUTION
Is the arrival of our saviors….
ALIENS.

THIRD LARGEST JEWISH COMMUNITY IN EUROPE.

THIRD LARGEST JEWISH COMMUNITY IN EUROPE.

Barbara Dente’s old duplex penthouse on 12th str

Barbara Dente’s old duplex penthouse on 12th street. In the walk in closet / dressing there were nothing but black clothes, some white shirts and the chicest. Black shoes. No jewelry except a rope of flawless gray pearls— dark. And a Bulgari or Cartier watch . Done.
This woman was light years beyond chic, and I am proud that she inspired me.

Ok….. people, this is the most genius, extraordi

Ok….. people, this is the most genius, extraordinary dress that has ever been conceived…. Ever. THERE ARE NO SEAMS!!!
Really you must believe me. There are three layers of bias silk chiffon. The small band hooks around the waist and then the dress wraps around the body as a one shoulder. The one shoulder neckline is met by the excess fabric coming around the opposite shoulder and creating the asymmetric off centered neckline tgat Halston was applying to everything that season…. I think 1974-1975. Complete genius, as he cut it himself. ….. to be able to CONCEIVE in three dimensions. A model follows in the next post.

So many memories, so many years climbing that stai

So many memories, so many years climbing that stair…. Working and coming home after hours. But always ….home. I remember years ago, in July 2001, as we were in fittings for the first couture collection, we took the Louis XVI Salon on the first floor for fittings. I went up to my room to get some things during a break, and as I was coming down standing directly in the middle of this staircase Donatella V, in a black mink coat—surrounded by body guards, with one holding a small refrigerator passing my seamstresses in white coats and diamonds that they had on “lay away” at Zales. This was a vision of the complete juxtaposition of real haute couture. Also, sometimes I liked to sit here late, but in the corner and watch who would drag home a trick to the Ritz, Paris. Especially…….aaaaa

I have never ceased being amazed by the cozy comfo

I have never ceased being amazed by the cozy comfort and the chic of this photograph. Olympia de Rothschild in jeans and riding boots sitting in the comfort of a niche in her home after a ride. Walls, banquette, and green accessories balancing complete perfection. I think that we are in the Bennison- Mongiardino- Catroux world.

The only photographer… ever….. permitted in th

The only photographer… ever….. permitted in the back before, during, and after presentation, because he is fashion rock royalty. He has seen it all, and knows how to present it…. From the ruthless( sorry Mr. Fairchild, but fact), to the most divine moments of all of us floating in air as bias chiffon took flight at 33 East 68 Street. The ultimate impresario of fashion reportage photography, Mr. Dustin Pittman.
Here behind me, as he wanted my back with the audience in front…. Fall/ Winter 2010 RTW and Haute Couture.

Happy Valentine’s Day.

Happy Valentine’s Day.

So this is how you deal with New York City…. The

So this is how you deal with New York City…. The Cy Newhouse apartment…. Make an environment that is heaven, country, magnificent, majestic, contemplative, and floating over the world with well chosen items that have a relationship to your soul.

Hey! You ruined my life!!! I expected everyone to

Hey! You ruined my life!!! I expected everyone to think like you!!!! But I worship you, so now leave me alone as I has to sleep.

Spring 2022 Haute Couture. Black Silk Gros de Long

Spring 2022 Haute Couture. Black Silk Gros de Longres Raincoat with all areas defined by pintucks.

Spring 2022. Haute Couture. Ivory double faced wo

Spring 2022. Haute Couture. Ivory double faced wool / silk grain de poudre dress embroidered with actual ivory fresh water pearls, in a sea scape meets Ottoman Empire pattern. So be it.