Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Malene Birger - LIFE and WORK!

 Let's just say it was a bountiful year for design books, and believe me  I am not complaining. In fact please keep them coming!  Of course I again could not help myself and bought my final book for this year. If I could describe this book in one word it would be, "Fascinating".  Malene Birger is a multi-talented woman, who is diversely creative in all aspects from art, to interior design, fashion and business! Malene was born in 1962 in Copenhagen, Denmark and was interested in both design and fashion from a very early age. She went onto completing her degree at the prestigious Danish Design School and established her first Fashion company in 1997, followed by her present day second brand-"By Malene Birger" in 2003. Malene is the creative director and force behind this global brand which is represented in 40 countries!  Malene shows her interior design expertise throughout this book , showcasing photos from her homes in Spain and Scandinavia to her office atelier which are all filled with texture, antiques and above all art, which includes some of her own bold graphic paintings that have a striking child like quality mixed with Picasso appeal. Lastly, any woman who's little muse happens to be a gorgeous little white Westie is alright by me! There are so many images in this beautiful book and company that this may take a while. Enjoy!


Malene Birger-creating!




























Office Atelier 









Some of my favorites!






13 comments:

  1. You always post about the best books! Love this post!

    Lauren,
    http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/

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  2. this one's a keeper! love that rack of pale pink so much!

    michele

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  3. Looks like a great book...love the photography....

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  4. Incredible images... this would make a great gift. Thanks for the tip.

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  5. That rack of blush/pale pink has gone straight into my inspiration files. Such loveliness!

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  6. This looks incredible! I've never heard of her…which isn't a big surprise but boy am I glad to learn about her! And I totally agree about the Westies! Thanks for sharing this! Hope you are doing well!

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  7. Wow this looks like a really good one. As in I think I need to get it!

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  8. What a fun book! I love the By Malene Birger line. It's nice to know a little about the woman behind the designs. XO

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  9. Hi Karolyn,
    This book looks amazing. Marlene is so talented and I love her designs!
    xoxo
    Karena
    The Arts by Karena

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  10. I have to have the gloves, please!!
    I have to have copy of the book.
    Thank you for sharing, Karolyn.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  11. Ahhhh.....to mix life and work in such a lush combination? YES! YES!

    What glorious photos, non? How are you dear one?THank you so much for coming to visit. I am always so happy to see you. We got a lot of snow, so we are ready to feel like Christmas is here!

    Wishing you a happy day. Anita

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  12. Love her style and have many many pieces... Always a safe bet with a twist. Her flagship store in Copenhagen is amazing. xo Caroline

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