Fashion historian ... It is the appearance of Alexander Vasilyevcomes to mind when we hear these two seemingly mundane words. But understand their meaning: this is a person who has learned all the subtleties of the world fashion trends of the entire history of mankind. His life cannot be ordinary, millions of people all over the world listen to his opinion. Shouldn't it be called a “style icon”?
So, Sasha was born on December 8, 1958 in the family,to say the least, people of creativity: the national artist of Russia Alexander Pavlovich and the actress of the drama theater Tatyana Vasilyeva. Apparently, his son since childhood has followed in the footsteps of his parents, since at the age of 12 he staged his first performance. But long before that, he had tried (and quite successfully) his strength in the field of creating theatrical costumes and stage decorations. Having succeeded in this matter, he easily entered the Moscow Art Theater and already in 1980 he received a diploma of graduation from the Faculty of Production. After that, he began his professional career. At first he got a job in one of the Moscow theaters as a costume designer, and two years later he flew to France to become a world-famous theater designer.
From those who want to learn from a developing artistThere was no end, so Alexander Vasilyev decides to become another teacher. He conducted his lectures and master classes in four languages, and they literally took place all over the world.
The beginning of a new century promised new Vasilievopportunities. In 2002, he began his work on television. He became the author and host of the program "Breath of the Century", which was broadcast on the channel "Culture". At the same time, Alexander Vasilyev opens his own design studio in the capital, with the help of which he plans to popularize the rich Russian traditions and present them in the “Parisian gloss”.
He does not forget about his pedagogicalactivity - teaches the theory of fashion at Moscow State University and other large domestic universities. Starting from 2005, Alexander opens his school on tour, which is gaining listeners and making tours with them to world fashion capitals.
In 2009, with access to blue transfer screens"Fashionable sentence", Alexander Vasilyev became known to a wide range of viewers. And even though the fans were keenly aware of the replacement of Slava Zaitsev by the new TV presenter, Sasha, who was always confident in himself, quickly won their sympathy.
In the same year, the fashion critic becomes the head of the Moscow Academy of Fashion at Ostankino.
"Lilia Alexander Vasiliev" once again confirmits world-wide recognized taste in fashion. This international award is awarded only to the most worthy, according to Vasiliev, interior work of Russian and foreign designers. Winners as a prize receive branded hand-made lilies, each of which has its own number and passport.
Alexander himself also does not suffer from a lackrecognition: he was solemnly awarded with the Dyagilev and Nijinsky medals, the Gold Medal of the Russian Academy of Arts for his contribution to the development of national art, as well as the Order of the Patron. In addition, he twice became the winner of the "Tobab" award, and in 2011 he joined the ranks of honorary members of the Russian Academy of Art.
Turns out to be an extravagant fashion designer andVasilyev collector can be found in a regular antique shop or on the market. Of course, where else can you find an old thing with such ease and add it to your collection! And Alexander literally collects everything that can only come to mind, but his pride is a collection of dresses with a centuries-old history, which by approximate measures costs about two million euros.
Надежда Бабкина – коллега дизайнера по съемкам Transfer “Fashion sentence” - shared with journalists the impressions of what she saw in the house Vasilyeva. According to her, the housing of Alexander very much reminded her of a huge museum. Everything is here: from the wondrous beauty of vintage dresses and hats to antique caskets and other interior details. But the most valuable exhibit in this collection is still Alexander Vasiliev himself. Biography of an outstanding 55 year old artist, fashion designer, critic and just extravagant and charming men will not allow to doubt it.
Yes, yes, exactly 55 years old turned Vasilyev in 2013year But you can't tell! Man is young in body and soul, he so sincerely loves art and in his years has become an integral part of it. But it is not necessary to guess how old Alexander Vasilyev is - he does not hide it himself. And what is it for? During his half-century, he managed to do so much, but not everyone will be able to do it, and at the same time, as the fashion historian himself says, he made himself, although he gave his due to parents who had made the very first push into the world of art.
И, как ни странно, аудитория уже не столь the young designer is quite diverse: his fans are women from 14 to 96 years old. But the statistics of the personal site Vasilyeva says that his main fans are girls under 26 years old. Well, Sasha, women's attention is always an indicator, so keep it up!
As we said before, Alexander is prettyyoung age moved to Paris. But how did this happen? Calculating Sasha just married a familiar Frenchwoman, who at the time was on an internship in Russia. But Alexander Vasilyev’s formal wife, with whom he had been married for four years, knew everything: that he simply wanted to go to the fashion capital, and her husband’s true love. She turned out to be the artist Masha Winber-Lavrova, with whom he lived no less than a few, but three magnificent years.
Nothing strange about being one of the leadingdomestic (and not only) fashion lawmakers allow themselves to refuse to world stars in their whims. Take even the incident with Nicole Kidman, which would want to wear any
designer in the world.An Australian beauty wanted to play in the film “Lady from Shanghai” in one of Vasiliev’s collection dresses. But he had the audacity to refuse her agent. He explained this act by unwillingness to spoil the historical original, although he cordially offered to imitate the dress Nicole liked. And if you believe his words, then neither Coco Chanel herself, nor Audrey Hepburn, he would not have been given such an honor. Although, as the designer admitted, he is an ardent admirer of both legendary women. Apparently, Alexander Vasilyev loves his exhibits more than his popularity.
