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.
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pure elegance.
naomi.
Isn't she just the grandest?! Having to deal with such an awful thing, but managing it with such dignity and STYLE! Bless her! And I hope she does - exceptionally - well with the chemo.
This entry contained so many things:
A very stylish woman in London getting in to a taxi, being recognized by a New Yorker with enough hutzpah to approach her (very un-English), giving her a compliment for her turban, then finding out that she is going to a chemo-therapy treatment (that is why she has the designer turban) -- then we realize that the compliment by Ari probably made her day despite the negative circumstances.
Wonderful
Thanks Ari!
All I can say is: Isn´t she lovely, isn´t she wonderful?????
Un abrazo
Sacramento
She looks amazing! Great glasses, great outfit and great attitude!
What a grand lady you spotted! Those glasses ... they're perfect for her.
Love her look - finished with that lovely shade of lipstick.
I'm so glad you are taking photos in the streets of London. I somehow got the idea it was to be inside of Selfridges. If you are looking for funky and individualistic older style I still think you should get to the V&A museum. Lots of people to watch and photograph.
So elegant even during hard times. ITs really great.
She is the finest, anywhere! Beautiful and brave! She has the skin of a young girl. (Note to all - protect your skin!) I do love her glasses as well.
I wish her well as I am sure we all do.
Beautiful moment, Ari.
Style reigns on both sides of your camera.
Jean
Wow!! She is looking the most beautiful and stylish women in London.
And love the eyes behind the glasses.
Wish her all the best.
great photo, incredible but true!
is the first time i visit your blog but not the last!
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She covers her head beautifully! And those glasses are great. Congrats on the Selfridges collaboration!
She looks so elegant!
Something I'd like to look when I'm older :)
How stunning and absolutely touching...tears came to my eyes.
WELL DONE, ARI!
Debra
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