The Grace Coddington Exhibition in London Shows Her Timeless Influence
Souzan Michael — August 14, 2011 — Fashion
References: belfasttelegraph & dailymail
Fashion lovers may know her as Vogue's stylist of many years and star of the documentary 'The September Issue,' but the new Grace Coddington exhibition at London's Ivy Club showcases Coddington in a completely different light.
Shot by her photographer ex-husband Willie Christie throughout her modeling career that took off 40 years ago, Coddington is now more famous for her incredible work at the legendary magazine and her frizzy red mane. Christie tells Vogue U.K. of his ex-wife, "She was so brilliant as a model because she had an appreciation and understanding of art in all its forms; mimicry; gentleness and serenity."
The Grace Coddington Exhibiton also features previously unseen photos of Jerry Hall, Mick Jagger and David Bowie. It's great to see that not only does the divorced couple remain on good terms, but are supportive of each other's careers.
Shot by her photographer ex-husband Willie Christie throughout her modeling career that took off 40 years ago, Coddington is now more famous for her incredible work at the legendary magazine and her frizzy red mane. Christie tells Vogue U.K. of his ex-wife, "She was so brilliant as a model because she had an appreciation and understanding of art in all its forms; mimicry; gentleness and serenity."
The Grace Coddington Exhibiton also features previously unseen photos of Jerry Hall, Mick Jagger and David Bowie. It's great to see that not only does the divorced couple remain on good terms, but are supportive of each other's careers.
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