Famous Fashion Photographers: Louise Dahl-Wolfe
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Her photography often took place in unusual outdoor landscapes or referenced famous works of art. She was a pioneer in the use of natural lighting and outdoor settings for fashion photography.
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Louise Dahl-Wolfe used the balance and juxtaposition of light and dark as a rercurring theme throughout her work.
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The below outfit is inspired by Louise Dahl-Wolfe’s photograph titled "Liz Gibbons as Photographer, 1938."
Pictured:
Trench dress, Bluefly, $93.49
Every Shape Short, Modcloth, $50
Luxury Rebel lace up oxford, Bloomingdale's, $99
Mix Chain Bracelet, Max & Chloe, $70
ASOS | ASOS Straw Cap With Bow Trim, ASOS, $21.52
Every Shape Short, Modcloth, $50
Luxury Rebel lace up oxford, Bloomingdale's, $99
Mix Chain Bracelet, Max & Chloe, $70
ASOS | ASOS Straw Cap With Bow Trim, ASOS, $21.52
Comments
I wish all history lessons came with an outfit suggestion, lol.
History lessons with outfit suggestions would have made my college history class a lot more interesting!