British designer Paul Smith may have just opened a giant, upscale boutique in Hollywood, but dont expect him to roll out the red carpet for celebrities. No, thank you!? he exclaimed when LA.COMfidential asked if he had a team to woo stars gearing up for awards season. Though his tailored suits, with surprising touches like striped linings, are perfect for offbeat-yet-elegant Oscar style, Smith has eschewed the celebrity factor when it comes to promoting his brand. Weve never invited celebrities to front rows of shows. A 14-year-old student and a famous celebrity and a 70-year-old businessman are all equally important to me.? So don’t expect any statue-winner to thank him from the podium.
I really enjoyed this, thank you. I think it is so important to get some spark of character and emotion into the formal shots as you say but not an easy thing to do. Your suggestion of using simple props like a chairs helps to break up lines I generally find it quite easy to get a group of girls to giggle and interact naturally for the shot but much harder the boys any suggestions??