A woman legend, which all French women consider an icon of style, always looks elegant, and even for the seventh decade continues to inspire with a special charm inherent only to her. Each appearance of this Parisian woman in public is particularly admiring, and she is envied and imitated by the amazing taste that never failed her once.
As a world expert in the fashion world, she headed Vogue Paris for ten years, leaving her mark on the beauty and style industry . Many even believe that the time of her work as editor in chief has become an era in the history of the famous Vogue magazine.
Instead of the alphabet - fashion magazines
Karin Roitfeld is associated with the classic image of a real Parisian woman, feminine and able to wear both elegant and candid outfits. Born in a family of a native of emigrants from Russia and a typical Frenchwoman, she grew up in a special atmosphere from childhood. Her mother showed fashion magazines to a little girl who still couldn’t write and read.
It is not surprising that, having matured, Karin only dreams of a podium. Once her photographer noticed her unusual appearance, offering to try herself as a model. After some time, the girl regretfully confesses to herself that she will not build a career in this field. She was offered work only by little-known magazines, paying small fees.
Style consultant
Wanting to improve in her chosen fashion industry, Karin Reutfeld takes up a job as a style consultant in Elle Magazine. Her articles are liked by the public, who wants to dress beautifully, and soon the girl is invited to keep her own column.
In the 80s, Karin not only finds his favorite job, but also creates a strong family in which two children are born. She meets photographer M. Testino, who shoots her five-year-old daughter in the children's magazine Vogue, and the result of a strong friendship with him is the stunning advertising campaigns of the most famous brands.
Provocation of T. Ford advertising campaign
Collaborations recognized by all professionals are printed in glossy publications. One of them draws attention to eminent designer Tom Ford, who offers a creative union of a stylist and a photographer to work on the image of his provocative brand.
1995 is marked by the release of scandalous images that have become a real phenomenon in the fashion world. Photos that caused mixed reactions from the public were even recognized as pornographic by many, but Ford, who wanted to achieve the attention he needed by any means, was satisfied.
Career
With a big name in the fashion industry, Karin Roitfeld switches to a new job in the French Vogue, becoming a freelance fashion editor. At the same time, she helps young designers by promoting their collections. She is called a bright and charismatic personality, who are afraid for courage.
Since 2001, Karin has been the editor-in-chief of the popular magazine, thanks to the frantic energy of the Frenchwoman and new projects, Vogue increases profit by almost 60 percent, which is a record for the publication’s long existence.
New projects after leaving the post of editor
A true professional Karin Roitfeld, one of the most influential people in the fashion world, decides to leave the glossy magazine as a curator in 2010 , focusing on new projects. In 2015, together with the Japanese from Uniqlo, she creates a collection of clothes, focusing on tight pencil skirts and business bodycon dresses.
Sexuality and elegance
The impudent Karin Roitfeld, whose style is called classic, is sometimes criticized for her special love of provocations and sexuality. Her image is associated with such a concept as erotic chic, and fans of an energetic woman say that even in black dresses she looks bright. Not possessing classical beauty, Karin makes everyone admire her charm and amazing charm.
Confident gait, proud posture, sincere smile - all this attracts the eyes of others. A chiseled figure even at such a venerable age allows her to look luxurious, and her ability to combine and wear things fans sing dithyrambs. Skinny Karin Roitfeld, whose height, weight (170 cm, 54 kg) has been the subject of discussion for many years, easily supports this form. She revealed the secrets of harmony, saying that she eats little by little, like a bird, and is very grateful to the constitution, which she inherited from her beautiful-looking mother.
How does Karin Roitfeld dress?
A woman with crazy energy knew that she was not beautiful, and tried to use clothes, emphasizing her merits. It will be interesting to learn the basic tenets of Karin, who for many years has been the most stylish woman in Paris.
- Individuality is the main thing. Do not rape yourself if current trends are not your thing. You are always more important than clothes, even the most fashionable.
- Focus only on the best features of your appearance.
- Find out which style suits you and dress like that always. Having determined once what suits you, you can save a lot of time searching for outfits.
- Comfortable things are far from style. Choose clothes that you need to get along with.
The extravagant Karin pays no attention to gossip and criticism. When asked about the style, she replies with a grin that she has it “with a twist”.