Natalie Portman Bed

The face that launched a thousand ships may also be the inspiration for your next luxury bed purchase. One of the most stunning actresses of our time, Natalie Portman has been gracing our screens for decades. Known for her incredible talent and beauty, it’s not surprising that men have been going crazy for her since the beginning. From her iconic black and white wedding gown to her memorable performance in the critically acclaimed ‘Jack & Elizabeth’ (2010), Natalie has always walked the walk and talked the talk when it comes to beauty and style. With timeless fashion icons including Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior backing her up, we’re truly in awe of her vast collection.

Natalie’s Stylish Style

Natalie’s timeless beauty and fashion legacy is well and truly intact following her death in August 2019. As the founder and director of the Vogue Fashion Fund, Christian Dior was at the forefront of acknowledging the incredible style talent of the actress. In a Christian Dior video interview, the designer praised the phenomenal versatility of Natalie’s fashion style. Quoting some of the designer’s own iconic fashion statements, Dior said: “One of the most stunning actresses of our time, Natalie Portman represents a true original. She has always managed to express her uniqueness whilst remaining within the codes of contemporary fashion. She is a woman of great strength and elegance, as well as an extraordinary artist.”

In another tribute, French luxury group Kering also paid tribute to Natalie’s incredible versatility and praised her “exceptional talent”. The luxury arm of the French company LVMH also paid homage to Natalie, hailing her as “a true original, a real innovator”. Collectively, these companies are responsible for some of the most iconic fashion items in history. For instance, Christian Dior is credited with defining the 60s and 70s with its New Look collection, whilst Yves Saint Laurent’s designs have redefined elegance and glamour.

A Marriage of Art & Fashion

Alongside her legendary beauty, Natalie is widely credited with being a major influence on the fashion world. Nude magazine hailed her as “the most influential woman in the world of fashion” and Elle magazine hailed her as “the Jackie O of fashion”. The supermodel and actress was a pioneer in front of, and behind, the camera. In 1991, she became the first female director of a fashion film when she helmed ‘The Face of Fashion’, an award-winning documentary about the Paris Couture Week. Since then, Natalie has continued to influence fashion with her memorable on and off-screen style. From her early work on stylist Christian Dior’s campaigns to her current role as the face of fashion brand Miu Miu, the actress’ fashion legacy endures.

A Designer Who Never Wavers

One of the things that make Natalie so appealing is that she has always had great faith in her creative instincts. She may not have always followed the traditional path of becoming a designer, but instead opted to follow her heart. For Natalie, fashion has always been a way of life and not just a hobby. Her mother, Ora, is a celebrated jewelry designer who is credited with coining the phrase ‘bold, yet feminine’, which is often attributed to Natalie. It’s this unique combination of feminine sensuality and masculine confidence that makes her so special. The designer describes this quality as “natural glamour”.

When asked about the most valuable lessons she has learned in life, Natalie stated: “There are no limits to what you can achieve, so long as you stay true to yourself and your creative vision. Don’t be afraid to take a chance, but only if you believe in yourself and your work.” This certainly resonates with our own ethos at My Velvet Touch. We value authenticity and creative vision above all else, and our range is a testimony to that. For over 40 years, My Velvet Touch has been creating luxury bedrooms, offering our customers a distinctive alternative to mainstream bedding brands. We are proud that our product is inspired by some of the most iconic names in history, but also that it has remained true to our creative vision right up to today.

The Ultimate Vanity Fair

From its premiere in 2006 to the present day, ‘Vanity Fair’ has portrayed Natalie’s incredible style and acting talent on our screens. In the first season, viewers got a glimpse of the designer’s sensual side as she sported sheer dresses and elegant lace lingerie. As the series progressed, the dresses became slimmer and more figure-hugging whilst the lingerie were slowly phased out altogether. In the final season, Natalie sported only a single, simple floral print dress, which perfectly encapsulated her desire to be “simple, classic, and elegant”.

The Evolution Of Glamour

As the creator of the Vogue Fashion Fund, Christian Dior witnessed the rise of ‘Vogue’ magazine in the 1960s and its influence on subsequent generations of women. In a rare interview with Vogue in 2007, Natalie mentioned ‘Vogue’ and its influence on her career, saying: “I feel that I was born in the right time and place, because I grew up watching and reading about the ‘Vogue’ girls. They were inspiring and encouraged me to follow my dreams. So, to see the impact that their sensual, inspiring style has had on modern-day women, is incredible.” As well as ‘Vogue’, Christian Dior is proud to have also been responsible for the fashion styles of some of the twentieth century’s most iconic females. From the ‘New Look’ of the 1960s to today’s fashion trends, Christian Dior has witnessed the evolution of glamour. The designer continues to believe that “a woman should be able to express her sensual side without shame or inhibition”, and that is something we proudly stand for.