Meet the Blogger: M. Fay of Amateur Couture

August 2, 2010

Posted 09/12

What decided the theme for your blog?

Amateur Couture has evolved to a blog that celebrates the connection between art and fashion, often in the most literal of senses. It happened very organically, with a Jason Wu dress that reminded me of a painting that I loved. I posted both images and the concept was born, sharing my favorite things and using art as inspiration.

How do you go about finding the perfect pairings between art and fashion?

Sometimes I find the dress. Sometimes I find the art. I remember pictures the way other people remember words. It can be like a memory game that happens quickly, as often as it can be a treasure hunt.

Is this an outsource of creativity for you or is it an extension of the line of work you are in?

In my fantasy world I am a sophisticated lover of art, but in reality I am an amateur devotee. I spend my days as a shop girl in a darling soap store, but at night I turn into creative wanderer, drowning myself in art books, fashion magazines, and my beloved laptop.

If you could go any place in the world to soak up fashion and art where would it be?

I wish I could say Paris or New York, but I haven’t been to either unless in a daydream. I find inspiration in shapes, color combination and textures. Looking for the beauty in all things, I challenge myself to see the world through rose-colored glasses.

What are your favorite sources of creative inspiration (this can be websites, places, people. Etc)

Oh my! I could go on and on and on….may I rant and rave. Chagall, Bardot, Warhol, the stars, the sea, my Grandmother’s jewelry box, Chanel (always Chanel), the promise of an empty canvas or a blank page.

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* Thank you so much M. Fay for being a part of the series! I am fascinated by your blog and can’t wait to see more!

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Gabby / Gypsy*Diaries says:

August 2, 2010 at 2:03 pm

Oh my I love these! What a great find Anna!!! Heading over to her blog now! 😀
xxx

http://gypsy-diaries.blogspot.com/

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shopgirl says:

August 2, 2010 at 4:03 pm

Cool interview Anna! These are amazing!

Wishing you a lovely week!

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Melissa says:

August 2, 2010 at 4:23 pm

What a great interview!

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jennifer young says:

August 2, 2010 at 5:05 pm

really love this idea!! good find, and how sweet and inspiring m. fay is!
j.

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m.fay says:

August 2, 2010 at 6:01 pm

thank you, thank you. these sweet words have brightened my day. kisses.

m.fay
http://www.amateurcouture.com

i appreciate the love miss anna.

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THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE says:

August 2, 2010 at 7:24 pm

Oh this is just fabulous Anna! Thanks for sharing such a great interview. Heading on over to check out more 🙂

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The Owl's Closet says:

August 2, 2010 at 7:30 pm

she has such a lovely blog! i love that she incorporates art and fashion. thanks for the link, anna! definitely checking out her blog:) hope u had a great weekend!

TheOwlsCloset.blogspot.com

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and flowers pick themselves says:

August 2, 2010 at 9:33 pm

two of my favorite blogs have collided in this post. LOVELY!

xo Alison

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Leslie @ A Blonde Ambition says:

August 2, 2010 at 10:11 pm

Such a great interview Anna! Going to check out her blog right away!

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Sarah B says:

August 3, 2010 at 12:29 am

Fascinating! I love how art and fashion is almost the same thing 🙂

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its simple love says:

August 3, 2010 at 2:54 am

Fascinating. Loved the interview. She seems charming and passionate!

Rachael

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Mara says:

August 3, 2010 at 6:30 am

wow that is so cool!! I love the juxtaposition so much! can’t wait to see more on her blog

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C.A.M says:

August 3, 2010 at 6:43 am

Hi Anna,

I hope you had a lovely weekend. What a great blog find. Just proves the point clothes are wearable art! 🙂 Cam xox

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Pratishtha Durga says:

August 3, 2010 at 9:12 am

What a wonderful blog. And a great interview. thanks so much for sharing…

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Taylor @ The Undomestic Momma says:

August 3, 2010 at 3:24 pm

Oh i love it!!!

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...::Heather @ Mrs. Southern Bride::... says:

August 3, 2010 at 4:03 pm

Enjoying the feature today, as always! 🙂

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Stephanie Sabbe says:

August 3, 2010 at 4:26 pm

what a cute blog! thanks for sharing

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A Casa da Vá says:

August 3, 2010 at 6:21 pm

That is such a great interview, I will check her blog asap!

ps: thank you for sending me link with super cool frames, love it!

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Wild and Precious says:

August 3, 2010 at 7:36 pm

so many colors and shapes — Beautiful!! thanks for sharing — off to check her out!

great feature!

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one sydney road says:

August 4, 2010 at 12:23 am

great interview – and i love that you’re giving me a new blog to check out!! What a seriously great idea for a blog!

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Jen of Made By Girl says:

August 5, 2010 at 10:52 pm

I love love love ART, this post rocked. :))))

http://www.madebygirl.com
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