Nicol DeNoir™ Futurism

Nicol DeNoir™ Futurism is based on a collection developed through innovation, using various textures, mixed fibres and layers. Out of the various categories Nicol DeNoir™ produce are Classics, Vintage, Ancient (Mythology, Anthrapology, Egyptology etc), and Futurism this range being the most detailed and complex of them all. The philosophy of each category is based on the past, present and the future.

This range is based on a strong woman, good girl turn bad (or had no choice but to toughen up), a superhero, the rebellious female, fierce with attitude and can kick ass if she needs to, the female warrior, the survivor, the matrix.

'Futurism was an artistic and social movement that originated in Italy in the early 20th century. It emphasized and glorified themes associated with contemporary concepts of the future, including speed, technology,' also 'The Futurists practiced in every medium of art, including painting, sculpture, ceramics, graphic design, industrial design, interior design, theatre, film, fashion, textiles, literature, music, architecture and even gastronomy'. Wikipedia

Aimed at women in the public eye who are likely to sing in a music video, capture an audience at a concert, or play a main role in an epic sci-fi movie. The concept is developed to create a response that will appeal to the viewing public in an effective way to captivate them towards the scene that is being played out.

As a young girl growing up my uncle loved his marvel comics and would often tell us great stories usually based on sci fi. He would tell them with so much passion that you'd be captivated everytime.

My interest developed from then and I would often be drawn in when watching films such as the matrix, terminator etc as in my eyes it showed how different the future is from what we expect it will be. 20 years ago it was rare to see someone with a mobile phone, now it's rare to find someone without one.

Patent leather and pvc is fashionable at present, so the range is developed with this in mind using various textures and finishes of black leathers, also available in other colours.

Leather corset outfit designed by Nicol DeNoir™. Copyright © 2012 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved

Photography: Bernard Yeoh
Hair & Makeup: Jutheanne Cruz-Wild
Model: Natalie Cutler
Corset Outfit: Nicol DeNoir™

Nicol DeNoir™ Vintage

Nicol DeNoir™ Vintage is a selection of corsets inspired by the 18th century, consisting of brocades, silks, lace and embroidery. The detail is simple, yet the silhouette can be a mixture of various shapes reduced in volume and length.

I enjoy working on photoshoots as it gives the opportunity to try out new ideas and work with new people all the time, as we are all creative's within our own right. It takes a while to find a good team that you can rely on to create great results every time. For me this shoot is my favourite as I love the way the photographer Bernard Yeoh has captured the gold detail in the outfit, and the fabulous hair & makeup created by Jutheanne Cruz-Wild. It really works well and compliments the image.

This beautifully shot image was taken by photographer Bernard Yeoh, vintage beauty for Hair and Makeup by Jutheanne Cruz-Wild and recently selected for Vogue Italia. Bernard also manages and own's his successful restaurant known as 'Kai of Mayfair', a Malaysian Chinese who is used to catering to celebrity clientele such as Mick Jagger, Penelope Cruz, it really is amazing that he has the time to fit in his passion for photography.

Photography: Bernard Yeoh
Hair & Makeup: Jutheanne Cruz-Wild
Model: Natalie Cutler
Corset & Skirt: Nicol DeNoir™

Miss London - Natalie Cutler

Model Natalie Cutler respresenting for Miss London 17th March at Cafe De Paris, wearing Nicol DeNoir™ futuristic white leather corset and black gorgette skirt. Sponsored by Make up artist Jutheanne Cruz-Wild.

Model Natalie wearing garments designed by Nicol DeNoir™.

Model Natalie wearing garments designed by Nicol DeNoir™.

Model Natalie wearing garments designed by Nicol DeNoir™.

Model Natalie wearing garments designed by Nicol DeNoir™. Copyright © 2012 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved

Model Natalie wearing garments designed by Nicol DeNoir™.

Model Natalie wearing garments designed by Nicol DeNoir™.

The Top five girls at the event. Natalie didn't win but she did us proud!

Model Natalie wearing garments designed by Nicol DeNoir™. Copyright © 2012 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved

FAB UK Launch: Interview with Nicol Denoir

FAB UK Launch: Interview with Nicol Denoir

Bridal Shoot behind the scenes- Jan 2012

In the past I've done a few brides, so I thought it only seemed fitting to also introduce bridal wear as part of the Nicol DeNoir Categories. The style is a combination from the Classic/Vintage collections.

Nicol DeNoir™ Vintage Inspired Bridal as seen modelled by Natalie Cutler
Shoes designed by Dionne Gooding-Shoes

Nicol DeNoir™ Vintage Inspired Bridal as seen modelled by Natalie Cutler
Shoes designed by Dionne Gooding-Shoes

Nicol DeNoir™ Vintage Inspired Bridal as seen modelled by Natalie Cutler
Shoes designed by Dionne Gooding-Shoes

Model Natalie wearing Nicol DeNoir™ Vintage Inspired Bridal, with lace/bead encrusted front detail

Model Natalie wearing Nicol DeNoir™ Vintage Inspired Bridal, with lace/bead encrusted front detail

Model Syanne Alexandra wearing a Nicol DeNoir™ Classics, Oyster Duchesse Silk Bridal outfit with Swarovski Staps. Bridal Shoes with Swarovski detail designed by Dionne Gooding-Shoes

Hair Stylist Lena Zurloh with Model Sy Alexandra wearing a Nicol DeNoir™ Classics, Oyster Duchesse Silk Satin outfit with Swarovski encrusted buckle. Bridal Shoes with Swarovski detail designed by Dionne Gooding-Shoes

Makeup Artist Jutheanne Cruz-Wild with Model Sy Alexandra wearing a Nicol DeNoir™ Classics, Oyster Duchesse Silk Bridal outfit with Swarovski Staps. Bridal Shoes with Swarovski detail designed by Dionne Gooding-Shoes.

Nicol DeNoir™ Classics, Oyster Duchesse Silk Satin outfit with Swarovski Straps. Model Syanne Patterson from Next Model Management with Nicola Desnoes, designer and founder of Nicol DeNoir™

Bridal Garments designed by Nicol DeNoir. Copyright © 2012 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved

Hair: Lena Zurloh
Makeup: Jutheanne Cruz-Wild
Make up Assistant: Yvonne Loong
Styling & Design: Nicol DeNoir™ Bridal
Bridal Shoes: Dionne Gooding Shoes
Art direction: Madeline Hunter
Models: Natalie Ann Cutler and Syanne Patterson

Beauty Shoot - Pride Magazine Dec 2011 issue

Magazine: Pride Magazine Dec 2011
Styling: Lauraine Bailey
Hair: Michelle Thompson using Sensationnel Hair and Kerracare
Model: Sabibi from Profile Models
Make Up Assistant: Keiko Nakamura and Gemma Mayhew
Hair Assistant: Aileen Francis
Gold Corset: Nicol DeNoir

Vintage & Iconic Era Shoot

Nicol DeNoir Vintage is a range based on the Victorian period right up until the 1940's era, but my version combined with modern day. I decided to include a slightly more traditional approach as some of my clients require them as part of a traditonal wardrobe.

Fashion: Nicol DeNoir™
Photographer Vintage: Steff Miller
Assistant: Andy Wild
Styling by: Nicola Desnoes
Makeup: Jutheanne Cruz-Wild
Hairstyling: Lena Zurloh
Model/Actress: Rebecca Morgan

Corsetry began to change during the World war I in 1917, as the U.S. War Industries Board asked women to stop buying corsets to free up metal for war production. This step liberated some 28,000 tons of metal, enough to build two battleships, World war 11 ended the return of corsets, which was then revived again in the late 40's. Wikipedia

Fashion: Nicol DeNoir™
Photographer Hepburn: Martynas Paukstys
Styling by: Nicola Desnoes
Makeup: Jutheanne Cruz-Wild
Hairstyling: Lena Zurloh
Model/Actress: Gemma Young
Assistant: Andy Wild

Copyright © 2011 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved.

My first time client - Brenda Gabriel Celebrates her birthday as a celebrity for the day, inclusive of red carpet and paparrazi

A customer wanted to do something very special for her 30th birthday and decided to make sure it would be one to remember. After watching my posts and progress updates, Brenda decided that it was time to invest in a Nicol DeNoir™ leather corset and matching leather skirt, for that very special occasion and therefore placed her order in time for her birthday on the 3rd Dec. She was kind enough to allow us to use photo's documented from the day so that her story could then be told......

Dressed in Nicol DeNoir™ and all good to go, the luxury ride pulls up alongside the driveway of Brenda's penthouse apartment, for the 'belle femme' to get on her way to make her grand entrance.

Once all inside the limo the girls are excited and all good to go. Knocking back the Crystal Champagne cocktails and having fun inside the ride, the girls get ready for a glamorous night out. Let the evening commence........

The limo arrives at the destination of VIP club Kanaloa, 18 Lime Office Court, in London, EC4A where the Birthday girl is escorted out of the vechicle to an entourage of awaiting paparazzi.

Paparazzi flash away at the celebrity guests as they depart from the luxury ride.

The Birthday girl is escorted towards the venue by her own personal bodyguards, to prevent fans getting too close, of course!

Brenda approaches the VIP club in her Nicol DeNoir™ white leather outfit, crystal encrusted Louboutin's and luxury fur coat.

She awaits her guest to accompany her inside the club Kanaloa, once they have fought through the crowds of anxious fans, naturally! The paparrazi then chants and shout for more photo's......

The birthday girl and her entourage finally get through all the crowds after signing endless autographs and posing for press photo's....

The glamorous girls provide the final pose for the flashing len's, everyone is then ready to enter the venue and party like a rockstar!!!

Inside the venue's VIP lounge, sipping and sharing cocktails, and partying the night away. The evening was a fun filled night, definitely one to remember......

......and to top off the night, endless compliment from revellers at the club regarding her Nicol DeNoir™ white leather outfit, as seen with my own eyes, making the day a perfect finish to one birthday girls special day and of course mine too!!!

Copyright © 2011 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved.

M.O.C behind the scenes

I always like to capture behind the scene photo as you get to see just that little bit more detail!

Behind the scenes at Bush Hall. Models wearing a selection from Nicol DeNoir™ The Roman Goddess within.... Everything that glistens is gold, leather and matt sequins! Copyright © 2011 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved.

Black dress by Riece Forde next to Tamar modelling Nicol DeNoir™ Gold Metallic Leather Corset with Nicol DeNoir™ Metallic Skirt. Copyright © 2011 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved.

Tamar modelling Nicol DeNoir™ Gold Metallic Leather Corset with Nicol DeNoir™ Metallic Skirt. Copyright © 2011 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved.

Model Katherine wears Nicol DeNoir™ Silver Metallic Leather Goddess Corset with Nicol DeNoir™ Silver Leather Hipster Pencil Skirt. Copyright © 2011 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved.

'Music on the Catwalk' fashion show at Bush Hall, Shepards Bush Nov 2011

Gosh it's been a while since updating my blog, but the last few months have been pretty hectic to say the least while processing orders, designing and creating, liasing with other creatives, uploading images, collaborating etc....a girl needs a break. But somehow I often work best when there's pressure to deliver the goods and somehow I always seem to land on my feet.

Last November however I decided to take part in my first Charity event to help raise funds for Sanyu Babies, one of the largest ophanage in Uganda for abandoned babies. It really was a pleasure to take part for such a worthy cause. The event was organised by Alice V Mutumba, CEO and Founder True Media INT. for more info and future events visit www.musiconthecatwalk.org

Nargiz modelling Nicol DeNoir™ Brown Patent and Metallic Silver leather corset, matched with snakeskin leather skirt. Copyright © 2011 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved.

Model wearing Nicol DeNoir™ Bronze Metallic leather Corset and Nicol DeNoir™ Organza ruffle mini skirt. Copyright © 2011 Nicola Desnoes T/A Nicol DeNoir™ corsets. All Rights Reserved.

Hosts Merlin Emmanuel and Nnena Agba from America's Next Top Model

The collection was created using Gold, Bronze and Pewter metallic leathers and fabrics, all designed and produced by Nicol DeNoir™. The Goddess from within....

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