An Infinite Pool of Talent
Broadcaster and journalist Brenda Emmanus OBE was the BBC’s Arts, Culture and Entertainment Correspondent for 18 years. Right now, she’s busy working on a range of projects including an ITV documentary to mark the late Princess Diana’s birthday. Brenda is a friend and client of Mary Martin. “I can’t remember exactly when I met Mary. I knew her on the scene, the celebrity community of people in my life network. Mary just appears in your life! Once she’s in she makes an impression. She’s a generous friend, an open person.”
They share a major interest in common: a passion for fashion. “As a child I cut out dolls from magazines and dressed them up. I’ve very eclectic taste. My work in the newsroom is quite formal but my role allows me to be much freer to wear more what I like. I’m mainly a lover of dresses although I do love trousers – the androgynous look – too. I love dramatic dresses that really embrace fashion. I’m up for drama on stage but go casual at the weekend. I’m stimulated by the visual, beauty and art.”
“I love the childlike quality to Mary’s apparel,” reveals Brenda. “She doesn’t use design patterns; she just creates from the heart. Mary’s impulsive – she likes to try things like a child with paints. She’s passionate and curious about everything: Pop Art, the Renaissance, music. She works as an experimental artist. Like most geniuses she’s not afraid to try and fail. She takes you out of your comfort zone. Mary allows me to pull out my inner diva, to go wholly out: she’s all bells and whistles! She’s fearless with high drama and that’s what makes her fun, mad fun!”
Brenda explains, “I host a lot of awards and red carpets. Two days before one of my events I needed something… and a ballgown appeared from nowhere! That’s what’s amazing about Mary, creating an outfit from scratch within a day or two. Thanks to her I looked great on stage presenting the Screen Nation Awards. Mary makes you try stuff you probably wouldn’t think of trying. She’s like a motor. But she values my opinion – we have an exchange of ideas.”
“Mary is not a wallflower,” smiles the broadcaster and journalist. “She’s a whirlwind; you know when she’s present. I learned that Mary studied really late overcoming a challenging childhood through dreams and ambition. She’s found herself. She has a clear vision of what she is as a designer. Mary has a rightful place in the world of fashion. What she’s achieved in such a short time, going international! She sees joy in everything. A crazy but extraordinary woman! She’s very resilient. Self triumph over adversity.”
Like Mary, Brenda acknowledges her own spirituality. “Experience higher being,” she recommends. “I have learnt to trust my inner voice, my intuition. Media is so impressed by the outer world but the inner one is so important. Life is a journey. Be true to your own spirituality. Surrender to the path the universe has mapped out for you. I meditate a lot for calm and peace. Be still – there’s so much to learn. Reset who you are. Value art, love, people, creativity. We’re not on this planet for a very long time.”
28 replies on “Brenda Emmanus + Mary Martin London”
What a celebration of talent !! Brenda looks stunning. Lovely insight into their lives, ❣️ XX
Thanks Lady L really glad you enjoyed the piece x
Brenda is a great presenter. I saw her on the Zara Phillips documentary recently. She looks fantastic.
Looking forward to the Princess Diana documentary too.
Always been a fan. This just came up! Lovely piece ⭐
Great to hear from you. It was a real pleasure meeting Brenda Emmanus such a talented presenter.
I’m a huge fan of Brenda.
Great to hear!
Beautiful and such a lovely smile ❤️
Thanks for your comment Janice. It was a wonderful privilege to meet and photograph Brenda.
Loving Brenda’s look !! XX
Good Evening! Thanks for your comment. Brenda is always stylish! LVB X
Always bringing out the best Stuy!!! Lovin it XXX
Thanks Stephano. It was a wonderful afternoon. Ps it’s LVB xo
Interesting hearing how fashion evolves and is brought to fruition.
Absolutely it was great getting an insight into the mechanics of the fashion world.
Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous xxx
Thank you darling XXX
Brenda’s better looking than ever!!!
Thanks Jamey, It was a real privilege to photograph Brenda she is so effortlessly stylish.
Just saw this. Beautiful 💕
Thanks JK! It was great meeting Brenda. x
Great photo LVB. Brenda must be very happy with it too.
Thanks Sam good to compare notes earlier! Brenda is so photogenic and lovely in real life too.
Brenda is the sweet, honest, caring, an amazing human being always prompt never miss appointment it’s a pleasure to know such a knowledgeable woman!
Mary Martin
P. S Stuart the new Enid Blyton!
Good Morning Mary thank you for your comment. It is wonderful to learn about both of you and your amazing talents. X
ps maybe the next Jane Austen!
Stuart since I have met you I have found a loyal friend you are a pleasure to be around🙏🌹
Awe thanks Mary. You are very sweet. Absolute same to you and more xox