Take Notes from This "Very Old Grandmother"

I haven't been able to post as much as I would like, as I have been doing a bit of travelling through Europe. I am very excited about my next stop in Rome, where I know I'll find some great Advanced Style. The woman above, Rita, is one of the most amazing women I met while shooting in London. She writes here very own blog called VeryOldGrandmother.com where she shares tips on how to stay young and vital( and computer savvy) and clever anectdotes about her life.Do you guys know any other great blogs written my older ladies and gents, i think it would be great to compile a list!

Below is my favorite post from the Very Old Grandmother blog where Rita lists the things that her family members complain about and the things a fabulous older lady like her can still do! I hope you have the chance to read the rest of her posts and if you know of anyone I should meet during my travles to Italy please send me an email.

Post from VeryOldGrandmother.com

Recent Notes of a V.O.G. (Very Old Grandmother)
Aug 82008
COMPLAINTS, ALBEIT MINOR, FROM THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS OF MY FAMILY:
Daughter: I pick my nails!
Son: He believes I should aim to be the World’s first V.O.G. Technology Advisor.
Son-in-law: Endless!!
Daughter-in-law: None, as yet. She’s too new!!!
Grandson No.1: Thinks I don’t do anything all day and that I only have myself to think about! Not true Oli!!
Grandson No.2: Doesn’t think I drive very well.
Grandson No.3: No record – as yet – of a complaint!

WHAT THE V.O.G. CAN STILL DO:
Drive
Read
Write
Can see!
Do my housework, shopping, cooking, cleaning.
Hear
Listen
Look Elegant (according to my daughter!)
Program the VCR and PVR
Go online
Reboot the WiFi Router
Travel

Forever Shop at Selfridges Department Store

My project for Selfridges Department Store is now officially installed in the "Forever Shop." I had a great time shooting Advanced Style in London and met some of the most incredible people. Here are some shots of the project from start to finish including one of the amazing ladies I met Rita Marcus, next to her photo. Check out her wonderful blog http://www.veryoldgrandmother.com and some links to some great press too!http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2010/jul/07/slow-fashion-high-street
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/property/interiorsandshopping/7848667/Interior-Design-Notebook-Selfridges-Liberty-Anthropolgie-and-more....html
http://www.nationalpost.com/wear+again+Your+Majesty/3259504/story.html
http://www.drapersonline.com/multiples/news/selfridges-opens-timeless-pop-up-shop/5015028.article

http://www.vogue.co.uk/news/favourites-of-vogue/100713-selfridges-forever-shop.aspx
http://www.elleuk.com/news/Fashion-News/selfridges-forever-shop/
http://fashionista.com/2010/07/always-forever-now-selfridges-opens-the-forever-shop/
http://fashion.glam.co.uk/articles/details/the_forever_store_at_selfridges/2541259215
http://news.style.com/story/comments/always_forever_now_selfridges_opens_the_forever_shop/872010/
http://www.handbag.com/fashion/selfridges-launch-forever-shop/v1
http://uk.stylelist.com/2010/06/30/stylelists-mid-week-rescue-remedy-week-11/

http://disneyrollergirl.blogspot.com/2010/07/selfridges-forever-shop.html
http://thatsnotmyage.blogspot.com/2010/07/advanced-style.html
http://thatsnotmyage.blogspot.com/2010/07/forever-shop-sir-paul-smith.html
http://www.fashionfoiegras.com/2010/07/selfridges-announce-opening-of-forever.html
http://searchingforstyle.com/archives/7507
http://www.veryoldgrandmother.com/?p=136
http://www.signature9.co.uk/style/selfridges-launches-the-forever-shop

http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/whatson/forever-shop-at-selfridges-article-9930.html

London Vintage

The fellow above was one of the coolest guys I saw walking around London. He likes to dress completely in vintage and he looks great doing it!

*a little note from the cheap seats here in NYC:
Dear Ari: Thank you for finding me my new boyfriend! This man is divine.

A London Lady

When I was a little boy my grandma and I would lie and bed and watch My Fair Lady together. I imagined there would be ladies dressed up like Eliza Doolittle on every London street corner. I ran into this wonderful woman right near Selfridges department store and instantly thought of the great times shared with my grandmother, watching movies and sharing stories. Do you guys have any special memories of your grandparents. I'd love to hear them. Email me at Advancedstyleinfo@gmail.com or comment below!

Ari Seth Cohen

London's Finest

I am having the most splendid time in London running around and meeting with some fabulous ladies and gentleman, from advanced bloggers and models to a Baron and a women who worked with the famous code cracking Enigma machine during World War II. They have welcomed me into their hearts and their homes and I am enjoying every moment of it.

The elegant women above was one of the first stylish ladies I spotted in London. I saw her get into a taxi cab and I quickly ran up to the window and asked if she would roll it down so I could take a photo of her. I complimented her turban and matching shirt and pants and she replied, " I am on my way to chemo darling, a friend made this hat for me." As she drove off I knew that the rest of my experiences in Europe would be just grand.

All in the Family: Eyewear Inspiration

Part of what I'm doing to keep busy while Ari's away with the staff camera in London (so jealous!) is reading all your submissions. Each of your letters are encouraging me to find more people with "Advanced Style" and to report about them for you. I'm so happy to be reading your letters, finding out what sort of diverse things inspired you as you developed your sense of style, and what references you look to in order to continue (or begin) to establish your look.

Apropos of this, I wanted to share one of my inspiration images (since many of you have been sending me yours)... This is my beautiful grandmother Ruth. She's always had great style, and even now, at the age of 82, chooses eyewear that suits her style and sense of chic.
True the "cat-eye" frame is back in vogue, but I feel a little bit of her when i walk around in mine.
It's less of an homage to a designer, and more of a salute to our elders!

Results of the survey coming soon....
xo
Maayan

Advanced Style In Action

My dad documented me snapping away on the streets of London. I have met some wonderful people here while shooting for Selfridges Department Store and I wanted to give you a behind the scenes look.