Thursday, November 10, 2011

L'Atelier - Orla Kiely


Walking with Peter and Marie down Rue Tholozé in April, I captured this shot through the open door of an atelier."  What I did not know from this unasuming scene is that Orla Kiely is an award-winning fashion designer.

I discover much as a detail-oriented photographer.


Orla Kiely
4, rue Tholozé
75018 Paris
Métro Abbesses 
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27 comments:

  1. martinealisonNovember 10, 2011 at 2:15 AM

    Une bien jolie photo et quel trophée cette prise!...
    Gros bisous

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  2. JenniferNovember 10, 2011 at 3:26 AM

    oh dear...knowing that she has an atelier in Paris is dangerous knowledge! Especially since I'm heading up there next week...
    Better leave my credit card at home!

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  3. JenniferNovember 10, 2011 at 3:27 AM

    Also, I just looked at the address and it is only 2 blocks from where we're staying! :)

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  4. Elizabeth at Eiffel TellsNovember 10, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    "Timing is everything in life."
    I love candid shots.
    Warm regards.

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  5. Shell SherreeNovember 10, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    So that's Orla? I love her casual and nonchalant elegance!

    Loulou, this all looks like a sign to me. :)

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  6. MNovember 10, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    Wonderful portrait! If we had only known then ... What damage we could have done to our bank accounts! (And what fashion divas we would be today!)

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  7. biebkriebelsNovember 10, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    The dress looks pretty, but I looked at the prices, not so pretty...

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  8. JeanneNovember 10, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Yes, you do and you are so good at capturing those details that so many of us miss.

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  9. brattcatNovember 10, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    this image makes me smile and the slow reveal of its layers enriches it even more.

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  10. Tammy@Beatrice BanksNovember 10, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Your photography is landing you with the rich and famous. You just might join the paparazzi!

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  11. this is BelgiumNovember 10, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    also the client should receive an award .. both ladies look wonderful in their naturalezza

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  12. The Clever PupNovember 10, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Excuse me while I generalize, but what a great Irish face!

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  13. VirginiaNovember 10, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    I think she looks quite friendly. You should have stepped inside for a chat Genie! :)V

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  14. French Girl in SeattleNovember 10, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Great shot, Genie. I looked up Orla's website and must confess I loved her accessory line (you know the French, we are suckers for great accessories!) -- Anyhow. Gorgeous -if pricey- handbags and wallets. The clever lady even has a whole line of accessories for Mac products. My MacBook Air would look so cute in one of her sleeves! Sigh-- Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)

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  15. Sylvia KNovember 10, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    You do always get such great "un-posed" for people shots, Genie! They are the next best thing to strolling the streets of Paris! This one is a perfect example! Hope you have a wonderful evening!

    Hugs
    Sylvia

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  16. Mary Ann PickettNovember 10, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    This is a darling, feminine shot. Are you in Paris now? I am jealous.

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  17. StarmanNovember 10, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Maybe she'll design something for you.

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  18. AnonymousNovember 10, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    What a lucky shot! You really have a talent for taking the most interesting and inspiring photos I have ever seen!

    Beautiful shot.

    Kris

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  19. LoreeNovember 10, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Wow what a capture!

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  20. JackNovember 10, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    A nice candid photo, Genie. For me, fashion is Nike and Tommy Bahama and occasionally Ralph Lauren. A discovery of this designer would have been lost on me.

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  21. jennyfrecklesNovember 10, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    My daughter is a big Orla Kiely fan. What a fantastic photo - so natural and presumably taken quite quickly but a great candid shot.

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  22. suzanneberryNovember 10, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    great shot! interesting!

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  23. HollyNovember 10, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    I hope that you went back this trip and delivered her photo to her! Maybe she would trade for a cute umbrella (or one of those fab dresses for your sweet daughters!) :-)

    Hope you had a lovely day today and can't wait to hear what adventures and discoveries you uncovered!

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  24. AlexaNovember 10, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    And pass the info on to us—merci, ma chère!

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  25. Pierre BOYERNovember 11, 2011 at 2:37 AM

    Sympa ce cliché...

    Pierre

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  26. Paris PaulNovember 11, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    The right place at the right time doesn't make a good photo. Your lovely shot is thanks to your skill!

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  27. CélineNovember 11, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    I like the B&W treament for this very "intimiste" scene. Great capture!

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Merci for your comments!