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THE BLONDS
S/S 2018

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The Blonds Spring/Summer 2018 collection designed by Phillipe & David Blond. Shown during New York Fashion Week.

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THE BLONDS
FALL 2017

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We first met the Blonds years back, when they sold their denim line to edgy downtown retailer Patricia Field.

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THE BLONDS
S/S 2017

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David and Phillipe Blond, designers for downtown label The Blonds, seem to take a fantasy approach with every collection they design each season.

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THE BLONDS
F/W 2016

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David and Phillipe Blond served us major Alice in Wonderland realness for their Fall/Winter 2106 show.

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THE BLONDS
S/S 2016

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  • The Blonds Spring/Summer 2016 runway show, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Gold creations on the Blonds Spring/Summer 2016 runway, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Glittery creations on the Blonds Spring/Summer 2016 runway, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • The latest designs from the Blonds, for Spring/Summer 2016, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • The latest designs from the Blonds, for S/S16, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • An irredescent snakeskin creation on the Blonds S/S16 runway, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Fabulous creations on the Blonds Spring/Summer 2016 runway, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Fabulous golden creations on the Blonds Spring/Summer 2016 runway, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Gold mini dresses, on the runway at the Blonds S/S16 show. Photography by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Over-the-top alligator inspired designs at the Blonds S/S16 show. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • A glamorous gold motorcycle jacket from the Blonds Spring/Summer 2016 runway show. Photography by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Backstage beauty at the Blonds Spring/Summer 2016 show. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • A model gets her wig placed backstage at the Blonds S/S16. Photograph by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Egyptian inspired makeup designed by Kabuki, backstage at the Blonds Spring/Summer 2016 show. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • MAC makeup illustration for the Blonds S/S16, photographed backstage by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Model Lydia Hunt photographed backstage in hair at the Blonds Spring/Summer 2106 show. Photograph by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • A model backstage adjusts her false eyelash, photographed at the Blonds S/S16 show by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Close-up shot of a model backstage in makeup at the Blonds NY S/S16 show. Photograph by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • A model gets her makeup applied, backstage at the Blonds S/S2106 show. Photograph by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Models change backstage after the Blonds S/S16 runway show. Photographs by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • A photograph of a Blonds S/S16 alligator inspired dress shot backstage by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Detail shot of a models comp card, backstage at the Blonds S/S16 show. Photography by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Gorgeous models snapped backstage at the Blonds Spring/Summer 2016 show in New York. Photography by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine.
  • Detail shot of a gold hot pant from the Blonds S/S16 show, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Models snapped backstage undressing after the Blonds Spring/Summer 2016 show in New York. Photography by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine.
  • Detail shots of gold trousers and a models comp card, backstage at the Blonds S/S16 runway show. Photography by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Detail shots of a snakeskin mini dress and a gold motorcycle jacket, backstage at the Blonds S/S16 runway show. Photography by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • Model Lydia Hunt snapped backstage at the Blonds S/S16 runway show by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine NY.
  • A beautiful model snapped backstage after the Blonds S/S16 show in New York City. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy magazine.

THE BLONDS S/S 2016

THE GOLDERN GIRLS

The designers behind New York City label The Blonds really never cease to amaze us. For Spring/Summer 2016, Phillipe Blond and David Blond were inspired by ancient Egypt, and their vision was truly a golden one. Model’s were sent down the runway in primarily glittery gold mini dresses and bodysuits. The first fabulous look was a gold snakeskin mini dress with spikes placed over the breasts and hips, giving us signature Blonds “over-the-topness.” The following look was just as impactful, consisting of a gold beaded bodysuit with Christian Loubotin thigh high boots. Other notable pieces included a jaw dropping turquoise crocodile mini dress with a long tail-like panel that dropped in front, as well as a gold studded motorcycle jacket that deemed worthy of Elvis. A multitude of gold goddesses walked the runway. Adding to this Egyptian mirage were the superb hairstyles designed by Kien Hoang for Oribe. Wigs were styled to look like the headdress of a Pharaoh.  And, of course, it wouldn’t be a Blonds show without the brilliance of makeup designed by our favorite artist, Kabuki. Stupendous! Photography Alexander Thompson. http://theblonds.nyc

THE BLONDS
F/W 2015

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THE BLONDS F/W 2015

THE CLOCKWORK ORANGE

Design duo Phillipe and David Blond have always mesmerized us with their fabulous creations. This season the Blonds paid homage to directors Alejandro Jodorowsky and Stanley Kubrick. But it was Kubrick’s “A Clockwork Orange” references that really caught our eye as the collection opened with strong black and white looks. Staples included their beautiful embellished bodysuits and catsuits accessorized with glamorous furs by Helen Yarmak (the bright orange one with multiple tails had us on the floor), as well as the most stupendous Christian Louboutin boots. We must note a dazzling “camouflage” jacket and pant comprised of amoebic shaped foil pieces, reminiscent of the great Paco Rabanne. Of course, no Blonds show goes without their trademark over-the-top big hair. And this season was no different, with beautiful 60’s inspired, waist length, back combed hair by Kien Hoang for Oribe. Makeup was once again provided by the genius of Kabuki for M.A.C. Pro Team, characterized by a sensational winged black and white eye and a soft pale pink lip. These frocks could never be considered ready-to-wear, but rather “in-your-face” stage wear for glittery superstars. And we’re just fine with that! Photography Alexander Thompson.

THE BLONDS
S/S 2015

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  • The Blonds Spring/Summer 2015 collection, presented at New York's Milk Studios. Photograph by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • The talented Phillipe Blond, co-designer for The Blonds, walks for the Spring/Summer 2015 collection at Milk Studios in New York. Photograph by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Models on the runway in the latest designs from design duo The Blonds. Photographed at Milk Studios NY by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • The Blonds NY S/S15 collection, presented at Milk Studios New York during fashion week. Photographs by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Over-the-top creations by The Blonds Spring/Summer 2015 collection. Photographed at New York's Milk Studios by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • A bejeweled bodysuit and thigh high boots, created by The Blonds S/S15. Photographed at Milk Studios by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Custom creations by New York City design duo The Blonds, for Spring/Summer 2015. Photographed at Milk Studios by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Chola inspired designs by The Blonds NY. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • A model walks for The Blonds S/S15 in New York CIty at Milk Studios, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Creations on the runway by The Blonds S/S15 collection, photographed in New York City by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • A tattoed bodysuit created by The Blonds NY, shown during New York Fashion Week at Milk Studios. Photos by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • A bodysuit made to look like a candle with wax drippings, on the runway for The Blonds S/S15. Photo by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • A portrait of a model with a huge braid, photographed backstage at The Blonds S/S15. Photograph taken by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Models photographed right after The Blonds S/S15 show at Milk Studios in New York City. Photos by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • A profile of a model in an elaborate hairdo, backstage at The Blonds Spring/Summer 2015 collection. Photograph by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Models photographed after the show, backstage at the Blonds S/S15 show in New York. Photos by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • A model photographed backstage at The Blonds S/S15 show, in an oversized blonde wig. Photograph by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • A model backstage posing for a photographer, at The Blonds S/S15 collection at Milk Studios NY. Photograph by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Models snapped backstage at The Blonds S/S15 collection at Milk Studios in New York. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • A model in an oversized braid, backstage at The Blonds S/S15 collection at Milk Studios NY. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Models gets ready to change backstage at The Blonds S/S15 show at Milk Studios in New York. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Portrait of two beautiful models, backstage at The Blonds S/S15 in New York City. Photograph by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Young models pose for photographer Alexander Thompson, backstage at The Blonds S/S15 show. Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Backstage at The Blonds, S/S15. Photograph by Alexander Thompson at Milk Studios NY, for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Close up photo of a model's hair, backstage at The Blonds Spring/Summer 2015. Photo by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.

THE BLONDS S/S 2015

“CHOLA LOVE”

Classic is not a term that is usually associated with The Blonds. However, this over-the-top collection presented at Milk Studios in New York was “Classic Blonds” in every way. Phillipe and David Blond, the extremely creative design duo behind the collection, channeled a harem of Chola girls for Spring/Summer 2015. It was pure bad girl beauty including their signature over-the-top jewel encrusted bodices and jumpsuits, as well as sheer harem pants, tattoo bodysuits, and silk roses galore! Our best loved piece would have to be the mind blowing, religiously inspired “candle-dripped” corset. Can you say Catholic Couture? The styling was on the mark as well, including insane nails, gigantic blonde Rapunzel style braids and enormous gold door-knocker banji earrings. The teardrop tattoo on upper cheek was a genius and crucial touch created by make-up wizard Kabuki. The Blonds held true to their twisted, glamorous style as the couturiers of the pop star set. So, lookout for their spectacular creations on upcoming tours all over the world! And on a final note, besides all of the fabulous night club personalities attending the show, we truly enjoyed an impromptu whirl and twirl on the runway by The Lady Bunny herself, in her classic psychedelic micro mini and gargantuan wig. Photography Alexander Thompson.

THE BLONDS
A/W 2014

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  • Designer Phillipe Blonde opens The Blonds A/W 2014 Collection at Milk Studios. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Models walk the runway at Milk Studios during NYFW, at The Blonds A/W 2014 Collection. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Over-the-top corseted bodysuits at The Blonds A/W 2014 runway show in New York City. Photographed for Ponyboy Magazine by Alexander Thompson.
  • The latest A/W 2014 creations by The Blonds, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Elaborately corseted bodysuits at The Blonds A/W 2014 runway collection. Photographed for Ponyboy Magazine by Alexander Thompson at Milk Studios in Manhattan.
  • The Blonds A/W 2014 runway collection photographed by Alexander Thompson during NYFW for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Elaborate prints on the runway at The Blonds A/W 2014 presentation at Milk Studios in New York City. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Runway creations by The Blonds, A/W 2014. Photographed at Milk Studios in New York City by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Finale at The Blonds A/W 2014 Collection, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Patent leather jacket at The Blonds A/W 2014 Collection in New York City. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • A model shows off her elaborately painted nails at The Blonds A/W 2014 fashion show. Photograph taken for Ponyboy Magazine by Alexander Thompson.
  • A model waits to get her wig finished backstage at The Blonds A/W 2014 Collection in New York City, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Severely cut blonde wigs, backstage at The Blonds A/W 2014 show. Photographed for Ponyboy Magazine by Alexander Thompson.
  • Models in first looks, backstage at The Blonds A/W 2014 show. Photographed at Milk Studios in Downtown Manhattan by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Very severe bangs backstage at The Blonds A/W 2014 Collection. Photographed by Alexander Thompson in New York City for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Beautiful Asian models, backstage at The Blonds A/W 2014 show. Photograph for Ponyboy Magazine by Alexander Thompson.
  • Beautiful blonde models photographed by Alexander Thompson, backstage at The Blonds A/W 2014 fashion show. Photographed for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • A model gets her wig hair sprayed at The Blonds A/W 2014 runway show. Photographed for Ponyboy Magazine by Alexander Thompson in New York City.
  • A model waits to get her hair sprayed at The Blonds A/W 2014 show, image by Ponyboy Magazine photographer Alexander Thompson.
  • Extreme bangs backstage at The Blonds A/W 2014 runway presentation at Milk Studios. Photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.
  • Phillipe Blonde at The Blonds A/W 2014 show, photographed by Alexander Thompson for Ponyboy Magazine.

THE BLONDS

FEMME FELINE FATALE

MEOW! The Blonds A/W 2014 Collection at Milk Studios in New York City paid homage to Cat Woman and other comic book villains, with co-designer Phillipe Blond opening the show in the tightest glittery catsuit with matching whip. The looks, clearly not daywear, are best suited for spectacular performances by pop stars and show girls. So it’s no surprise that Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce and Miley Cyrus have all sported designs by The Blonds. Standout pieces included a corseted bodysuit made out of whips, a pink 50’s inspired full-skirted coat dress with kittens and spray paint, and a white gown with huge shoulder pads and a glittery oversized mouth. And we can’t forget the mirrored cat shoulder pieces! The make-up and hair were classic over-the-top “BLONDS”. MAC cosmetics genius Kabuki glued pre-cut paper eyebrows on each model for a dramatic effect, which went wisely with the severely cut blonde bangs and long bumped falls. And we also must make note of the most extreme nail art on this planet. We see The Blonds as the love child of legendary designers Bob Mackie and Thierry Mugler, which would only make for a beautiful creation. This show was all about nightclub fun, with perfectly curated music provided by DJ/Artist Scott Ewalt, adding to the over-the-top festivies. And of course the amazing Amanda Lepore was there! Photography Alexander Thompson.