MUSE OF THE DAY: FREEDOM, PASSION, & EXPRESSION (6/29/11)

FREEDOM

TODAY, JULIE NEWMAR SENT ME THIS INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE

ON FREEDOM AND I WANTED TO SHARE:

If I were talking to you on your first day of life, here's what I would say, 

"Welcome to planet Earth. There is nothing that you cannot be or do or have. And your work here—your lifetime career—is to seek joy.

As you think thoughts that feel good to you, you will be in harmony with who-you-really-are. And in doing so you will utilize your profound freedom. Seek joy first, and all of the growth that you could ever imagine will come joyously and abundantly unto you."

--- Abraham Hicks

A PUNCH OF 'POWER'

Lucy Punch styled by Christian Classen SS10::(L) Dolce and Gabbana, (R) Miu Miu

Congratulations to one of my dearest, most talented, and sweetest

friend's, Lucy Punch. Lucy has just signed as the lead role

in FX's new superhero crime series, "Powers"as Detective Deena Pilgram.

Lucy and I have many memorable nights of laughter and 

gorgeous whimsical sexy fashion. She wears clothing like none other!

Check her out in BAD TEACHER now (which was hilarious!)

or, rent YOU WILL MEET A TALL DARK STRANGER by

Woody Allen or DINNER FOR SCHMUCKS.

Congrats babe!

Je T'Aime

xx

CC

NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN

   

Gloriana Tour Book

Styled by Christian Classen

Photos and courtesy of Kevin White (k-white.com)

ALICE EVE :: BLONDE RAVEN

ALICE EVE - Styled by Christian Classen

Bombshell actress, Alice Eve, was such a pleasure to work with.

Slowly they are now releasing pictures of John Cusack as Edgar Allen Poe

in the upcoming film, 'The Raven'.

I can't wait to see Alice in full romantic gothic regalia!

Dress by Elie Saab

Jewelry by Stephen Webster

Styled by Christian Classen

Makeup by Gregory Arlt

John Cusack in 'The Raven'

MUSE OF THE DAY: MICHAEL FASSBENDER (6/24/11)

Words that come to mind when I think of

actor Michael Fassbender (Jane Eyre, X-Men: First Class, Inglorious Basterds):

Raw. Sexy. Handsome. and well, Magneto.

Michael immediatly joins my list of 'male muses' including 

Wes Bentley, Alexander Skarsgard, 

Nicholas Hoult, Alex Pettyfer, and Vincent Cassel.

NAUGHTY SOUTHERN BELLES

Great style and art direction in this Butterfingers

commercial. Very reminiscent of photographer, Tim Walker.

MUSE OF THE DAY: IRVING PENN (6/23/11)

Brilliant visionary and fashion photographer, Irving Penn, epitomizes elegance

and glamour with an edge in his photographs. His women never

spared an ounce of elegance which is why he is my muse of the day.

RIP I.P.

LOST MY RELIGION

This rendition brought me to tears, buy it on iTunes immediately!

If you don't trust me, skip to 1:15 and listen from there.... please, you won't regret it...

Je T'Aime Dia Frampton!

xx CC

MUSE OF THE DAY: LEA T. (6/21/11)

My motto is always: ALL AGES, ALL SEXES, ALL RACES, SAMPLE SIZE ;-)

Lea T., transexual supermodel, who has graced the recent catwalk,

mused Riccardo Tisci, and starred in the Givenchy ad campaign.

Changes are making waves in what society deems is beautiful, 

and I second that which is why Lea T. is my muse of the day.

DRINKING HELPS WHAT THE GYM CAN'T

I'm not advocating becoming an alcoholic by any means, but VOLI VODKA is the first

and only spirit on the market that has 40% LESS calories as well as shots of 

electrolytes to decrease the effects of a next day hang over. Therefore, you actually

can hit the gym the next morning. Also, you can drink this straight as it comes its delicious

flavors, cutting down on extra 'add-in' calories.

No, I'm not getting paid to be a spokesperson.... I styled the campaign that

will soon be hitting billboards and publications near you.

Plus, I just believe in the product. Why work out when you can 

Stay Sexy drinking Voli Vodka?!

xx

Je'Taime

CC

Photography by David Leslie Anthony

Styled by Christian Classen

Hair by Jason Stanton

Makeup by Heidi Stanton

Fashion Assistants: Brittanny Tran and Dagmarette Yen

THE PROMISED FEEL BAD MOVIE OF XMAS

ATTENTION ALL LISBETH SALANDER FANS! 

You won't be disappointed this Christmas after watching the

American remake of 'The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo'

by David Fincher. Many are hesitant as the original

was beyond, but Fincher's grotesque remake promises

to get down and gritty with more details and follow a more

precise dialog to the literary series. 

I can't wait for the costuming by Trish Summerville as she

transforms previously seen Fincher muse, Rooney Mara,

from college East-coast nerd to hard metal death rock avenger. 

Also looking forward to a stellar soundtrack from Trent Reznor.

The teaser track in the trailer is with Yeah Yeah Yeah's lead singer,

Karen O, performing Led Zepplin's "Immigrant Song". LOVE!

THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO is released in the USA on 12/21/11,

just in time to lift my Christmas spirits with some inspiration.

MUSE OF THE DAY: DOUGLAS J. CLASSEN (6/19/11)

Happy Fathers Day! 

Today's inspiration and muse comes from the father's that

helped up grow and aspire to the people that we are today.

I want to highlight my father in particular, Douglas J. Classen.

His strength, understanding, open mind....

His charisma, teaching skills, love and compassion....

His dedication, drive, intelligence, and love.....

And his wanting, needing, and making sure to show up and be available

no matter what.

He has taught me more lessons than I'll be able to realize in my lifetime.

I can attribute being a good person to him.

Love you so much Dad and have a great, happy, and perfect

Fathers Day!

Je T'Aime!

Love,

Christian

Dad, Greg, Christian

Winner for Best Sunglasses
of the Year

MUSE OF THE DAY: JULIE NEWMAR (6/18/11)

Today is dedicated to one of my dearest friends, Julie Newmar.

Her strength, courage, and demanding voice for her political and social beliefs....

Her zest, impeccable taste, beautiful sense of humor, and flair for life.....

Her warm smile, sultry feline eyes, flawless body, radiant style....

She's a beautiful woman inside and out, the epitome of legend!

Meow!

xo Je' Taime Julie!

CC

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miXmtDdoi9Y

EMOTIONAL SCULPTURE

Today I spent the day styling an editorial ONES2WATCH & an exclusive for FASHION-GONE-ROGUE. Check out a sneak peak of these behind the scenes snaps from Taiwan based avant-garde sculptural label, Johan Ku. He attended Central Saint Martin's (alumni: Hussein Chalayan, Alexander McQueen, Gareth Pugh, etc.), and the same year of his attendance his first collection won Gen Art's Design Vision of Avant Garde Award in New York. This is a talent to keep your eyes out for....

MUSE OF THE DAY: DAPHNE GUINNESS (6/17/11)

My eternal muse, Daphne Guinness, influences my day today.

Her striking beauty, confidence to break fashion

boundaries with every outfit, her dedication to

the arts, her aesthetic and honest devotion to fashion

make her my muse.

Thank you Daphne!

JUST JARED: COLTON HAYNES: NO ONE IS SAFE

JUST JARED / COLTON HAYNES : 

BULLET MAGAZINE

Colton wears a suit by Thom Browne and glasses by American Apparel.

Styled by Christian Classen

Photo by Dylan Don

BAD TEACHER/GOOD TEACHER

Ages ago but I had to post since 'Bad Teacher' comes out in a few weeks and Lucy was Vogue's Best Dressed of the Week for this look last September.....

LUCY PUNCH wears corset and skirt from Louis Vuitton; clutch from Sergio Rossi; shoes from Jimmy Choo; jewelry from Chopard; with ROSAMUND PIKE in a dress and jewelry from Lanvin

Styled by Christian Classen

MUSE OF THE DAY: BEYONCE FOR DAZED (6/15/11)

The tights! Custom for DAZED FW11 Givenchy! The sunglasses! Trailer park chic!

I'm already IN my grave.....

WHERE THE NAME ALL BEGAN.....

 

I styled this story back in the Spring of 2009 before one of my most inspirational fashion films was released, 'Black Swan'. It still this to this day is one of my favorite stories I've created. There is such magic in each of the pieces of the model is wearing (not only because most was from Christian Lacroix's final Haute Couture collections). Whenever I feel as if I'm in a complete stump with creativity, I tend to pull up these images and be inspired again. Her movements we composed, the captivating stares, the couture essence, and pops of bold color. Parisian chic at its finest! Sometimes your own work can be your own muse and inspire you to create big and better work.....

Credits (select images from story, see rest at christianclassen.com): 

1. Black Rainbow Dress: Christian Lacroix Haute Couture, Rings (worn through out): Loree Rodkin; 2. Marie Gown with bustle and foil detail: Christian Lacroix Haute Couture, Shoes: Christian Louboutin; 3. White Swan Dress: Marchesa, Choker: Chanel Fine Jewelry

Styled by Christian Classen

Hair by Kristen Heitkotter

Makeup by Gia Harris

Photographs by Stevie Mada

HUNGRY FOR 'HUNGER GAMES'

Actor WES BENTLEY stars in The Hunger Games as Seneca Crane

Left: Jacket by Simon Spurr, Flannel by William Rast, Tank by Rick Owens; Right: Shirt by Calvin Klein, Jeans by Dior Homme, Belt by Paul Smith, Bracelet by TopMan

Styled by Christian Classen

Photo by StevieMada

ROSARIO DAWSON IN VEGAS

Rosario Dawson wearing a dress by AMEN, Shoes by ZANOTTI, and Clutch by RAVEN KAUFMANN.

Styled by Christian Classen

Thanks to Dagmarette Yen for her assistance.

MUSE OF THE DAY: DELILAH (6/14/11)

Delilah, my friend's Jason and Heidi's daughter, giving me her best VOGUE pose.... the best reason why she's my muse of the day!

MUSE OF THE DAY: EMMA WATSON FOR VOGUE (6/14/11)

My muse of the day is Emma Watson for US Vogue's July issue. The styling is not only impeccable but so different for her and fresh for the magazine. The Aquilano.Rimondi FW11 collection was one of my favorites so I'm happy to see it getting some early love!

BULLETT MAGAZINE - ISSUE III - EDITORIAL 2/4

LESLIE BIBB FOR BULLETT MAGAZINE

PHOTOGRAPH: DYLAN DON

Fashion Credits

Dress and chain belt: Elie Saab

Necklace: Koomi

Bangles: Loree Rodkin & Bvgarli

Ring: Anita Ko

Fashion Stylist: Christian Classen

Makeup: Stephen Sollitto

Hair: John D

Thanks to Dagmarette Yen for her assistance.

BULLETT MAGAZINE / ISSUE III

JUSTIN BARTHA FOR BULLETT MAGAZINE

PHOTOGRAPH: DYLAN DON

Fashion Credits

Suit: 3.1 Phillip Lim

Pocket Square: Etro

Shoes: Salvatore Ferragamo

Fashion Stylist: Christian Classen

Makeup: Stephen Sollitto

Hair: John D

Thanks to Dagmarette Yen for her assistance.