Red Butterflies on the Red Carpet

photo via Nylon blog

The Butterfly... er, Material Girl knows how to work that custom-made Vionnet dress. Not only is she having fun -- I mean, look at those red shades & butterfly prints -- but Madonna looks more confident than ever, at the Venice Film Festival.

Met Gala 2011

courtesy of elle, Getty Images

Glamorous gowns were everywhere at fashion's version of the Oscars, the Met Gala. I can't pick my favorite--although, Giselle in a red Alexander McQueen is rather perfect.

life is a mystery; everyone must stand alone; I hear you call my name, & it feels like home.

via W magazine

Madonna by Steven Klein W March 2009

Found under the classics archive, how would I be true to myself if I posted Brangelina's --and not Madonna's-- W photoshoot? As one of my prime idols, I have a sense of obligation to document this raw, footage-like editorial of her. Old Hollywood hair complimented with seductive glares portray her timeless features. As for her relevance year after year, she's beyond indomitable in the industry. While we've seen Lady Gaga become and icon over night, the world has taken notice of the flattering influence Madonna has had on her, while maintining her own style and character. Now all that's left is for them to make sweet, sweet music together. That is all.

Madonna & Gabbana

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It seems as though Madonna encountered a family, & is the life of the party, in this ad. 

obsessed with her!

To me, the whole process of being a brush stroke in someone else's painting is a little difficult

-Madonna

She's numero uno on my list.  I give props to Lady GaGa, (BaBy Madonna, I believe) for being able to successfuly imitate certain characteristics that have made Madonna the icon she has always been.  Madonna's music is a standard must in my daily car rides to school and just about anywhere.  Musically stimulating, her songs have always grown on me since my childhood when MTV & VH1 actually played music videos ;). The Material Girl has included an unmaterialistic essence in a lot of her lyrics. Attempting to make a list of songs or treasured lyrics, would be difficult for me. So here's my little tribute, for the women empowerment and feel-good vibe I have enjoyed in her music.  

Photography by Marcus Piggott, Mert Alas

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