My Fashion Week Family [Buy]5/10/2013 5:31:25 AM
My Fashion Week Family As I prepare for my fall/winter 2013 Fashion Week presentation this Friday, I've been thinking a lot about how many months in advance we start working (six) and how many people are involved behind the scenes (too many to count) to produce a one hour presentation of the collection to editors and buyers. But I'm mostly thinking about how lucky I feel to be surrounded by so much talent. Truthfully, the hardest part about fashion is not the vision or one great idea, but the execution of each aspect. That's where I am so lucky. Not only do I have my own amazing in-house team working to bring it all to life, but twice a year I get to assemble a group of experts to bring my vision to life. I love that saying, "If you're the most talented person in the room, you're probably in the wrong room." I think there are those individuals who are intimidated by really smart, talented people. But for me surrounding yourself with great talent is the key to success. So each season, we come back together with some of the people we have built relationships with and bring in a few new ones that help us take things to that next level. They become my adopted "fashion" family for a few weeks and during that time I see them more than I do my own family. One of my favorite people to work with each season is our model casting director Julia Samersova of Cast Inc. NYC. You may know her from her TV show Scouted on the E! network. Casting is actually a much more difficult process than you might expect and we see hundreds of girls just to find the 16 we need for the presentation. I can tell Julia what I'm looking for and she get's it. But she also has very strong opinions and challenges me if she thinks I'm overlooking a girl. I still second-guess her all the time, but ultimately I rely on her vision. She is also such a mom. When she heard I was feeling a bit unwell, she brought all kinds of tea, lemons, honey, Echinacea and Thieves Oil (which I had never heard about before -- but highly recommend) to our casting session. She's a really nurturing person and I love that. This will be our third season working with Lancôme. As a little girl, I used to look at their ads and just dream about being able to be a part of that world, so it's such an honor to be able to work with them. Their team is amazing and they get so excited about my collection. This season they have given us three of their top makeup artists to lead the beauty team, Darais, Tarek Abbas and Alex Sanchez. They will have their hands full, because although I usually gravitate towards a very effortless look that I call "enhanced natural," this season I decided I wanted to go edgier. I won't lie, I am a bit nervous. But I'm stepping out of my comfort zone, and even if it's the wrong decision I want to push myself to take the risk. The hair will also be a bit edgier than what we've done before. I enlisted the help of Patrick Melville to create the look. Patrick and I met at a photo shoot last year and we instantly hit it off. Truthfully, I'm normally very picky about who does my hair. In fact, I usually prefer to do it myself. I like it to look natural, but maybe a bit more enhanced and glamorous. Are you sensing a theme yet? Well, Patrick was one of the first hairstylists I met that gave me exactly what I wanted. Which makes sense since he does the same for Halle Berry, Heidi Klum and a host of other amazing ladies. I started out wanting something quite simple for the hair, but it quickly began to evolve into something a bit more involved. Then one evening I was in that sort of half-asleep state and I had this really clear vision of something a little more out there. I mentioned it to Patrick the next day and he was able to create the look just as I had imagined it. The second newcomer to my Fashion Week family is Zanna Roberts Rassi. Zanna is the senior fashion editor at Marie Claire and one of those women street style photographers continually gravitate to and chronicle her looks. She's been on my radar for some time. I relate to her chic sensibility, unexpected pairings and the slight tomboy vibe. You hear all these horror stories about working with a big stylist and how they were a complete diva and I'd like to tell you Zanna was a total diva (only because you're probably sick of hearing me say how nice everyone is!). But she is the exact opposite. She's incredibly focused and hard working. She was down on her hands and knees doing everything herself, but she also made the whole process completely collaborative. What's coolest about Zanna is how down to earth and humble she is -- but maybe that's the measure of true talent. Another really talented collaborator I enjoyed working with is Meredith Kahn. Meredith is the designer behind the jewelry lines Made Her Think and Meredith Kahn Fine Jewelry. We were introduced last season by a mutual friend and just really hit it off. Even though I design my own jewelry, one of the great things about my job is being able to bring in really talented collaborators. Meredith's own collections have such a great rock-n-roll spirit, so I wanted to see what we could come up with together. I knew she would bring a cool and edgy energy to the project. We showed a few of the pieces from the collaboration at our spring presentation, and this season we are showing an ornamental collar that we had developed together. We didn't get a chance to show it last season and I think it works really well with all the other jewelry we developed for this collection. It brings in a touch of drama. I could go on and on, but I have realized something as I've been writing this post. The key to creating a great presentation and executing my vision fully is really in finding people who are not only incredibly talented, but also fun to be around. I read somewhere recently that you shouldn't work with anyone that wouldn't be good company at dinner. I think it's good advice and certainly true in my case. Now I just have to find time to schedule dinner!
Question about hooking up a Router [Buy]5/9/2013 9:07:34 AM
question about hooking up a router The overall collection contained a color story of all neutrals (nude, white, black) as well as dashes of navy, burgundy, and red. There may have been elements of inspiration like South Asia (more specifically the Indian subcontinent when one studies the patterns involved), as tunic tops, flowy dresses, and headscarves were all focal elements. Women's Wear Daily reports the Azria's inspiration stemmed from items and the culture seen while in Istanbul and Turkey at large, so I was pretty close! Layering was extensive with this collection. At least for the service department. Sure expansion and if it's much harder -- He says so rooms are morphing into large museum like lobbies with auto makers try to emulate apple stores. One thing one and also what apple sources they are crowded into the hills and it does not seem to be in green any damage to apple. I would agree more with your second argument about how it would make less sense to use a wired method because the Ancients already had a wireless method in place. I have not watched the show closely enough to recall all the instances in which fashion the DHD was used in order to keep a running tally. Regarding your first argument, in hindsight of asking the question I would assume that perhaps the benefits of using a wired system were diminished as they developed their form of wireless communications farther. I believe , bless her trim little person, introduced the formally exposed midriff at last year's Emmy awards. I don't think I ever wore a two-piece bathing suit after the age of maybe 9, and never would I have even considered a tummy-exposing evening gown. Definitely a look for the very young -- and very firm.. I know. Her little bikini. She's a complete poser. KB: First, I'd like to say that there are so many great styles available now at great prices. Everyday it seems we hear about a new collaboration between a high-end designer and an accessibly price point. Kohl's just launched a collection with Narciso Rodriguez. Matching tan leather handles complete the look. Cadogan handbag is 8-1/4 inches wide, 8-inches high and 3-1/2 inches deep. Handles are each, 12-inches long. PACE Center for Girls is a Florida-based, 501(c)(3) nonresidential prevention program for at-risk girls and young women. Recognized as national model for keeping girls out of the juvenile justice system and improving school success, employment and self sufficiency amongst girls, PACE's mission is to provide girls and young women an opportunity for a better future through education, counseling, training and advocacy. PACE values all girls, believing each one deserves an opportunity to find her voice, achieve her potential and celebrate a life defined by responsibility, dignity, serenity and grace.
Here Is The Best Fashion Advice On The Web [Shop]5/5/2013 9:48:20 PM
Here Is The Best Fashion Advice On The Web If you think you have no style and fashion sense, this article is for you. There is no good reason for your fashion to be out of date. With some effort and knowledge, you can improve your fashion sense. Check out these tips to become more knowledgeable about fashion. When it come to fashionable hair accessories, there are many options to choose from. Hair accessories are things like hair bows, headbands and ponytail holders, but they also include hair extensions. Focus on having several accessories available to you. For instance, for an athletic look, wear a sweatsuit and a matching headband. When going for an evening out, select a fashionable barrette that complements what you are wearing. You shouldn't have too many items in your makeup bag. Try to keep only a select group of products that appeal to the season that you are in. Keep in mind looks for both nighttime and daytime wear. Once you open makeup, it can go bad. In addition, germ growth can occur if the product sits a while. Focus on your strengths. No matter what type of body you have, you want to make the best parts stand out, which gives you the most amount of confidence in your appearance. This will draw the attention to your best parts and away from your worst. For example, an elegant belt will show off your slender waist or use a v-neck sweater to draw attention to your beautiful neck. Even your handbag must fit into your outfit, including your other baggage. This means you should have a matched set of a briefcase and purse if you carry them both at the same time. Also, make sure you don't carry two different kinds of bags. You can add some "pop" to your ensemble during the summer by coloring your hair. Keeping your hair healthy prevents your color from fading, however. Be certain to use excellent conditioning treatments to avoid damaging your hair while coloring it. While fashion "rules" have been around for ages, don't let them scare you away from experimenting. Until you give it a try, you don't know whether or not it will look nice. Find colors, patterns, fabrics and cuts that go well together. The look you create will certainly be a unique one. You are going to want to keep a few belts around for style. Belts can not only be used to keep your pants in place, but can also be used as an accessory. This tip is perfect for all ages and genders. You can spend less money on new clothes if you sell or swap the ones you no longer want. There are many places to go when selling your clothing items such as an online auction or perhaps something local likes a consignment shop. Some stores trade you in credit, while others will pay you cash. Choosing formal clothing can be difficult when you consider all of the factors that must be taken into account when purchasing, such as price and fabric. Don't let those details prevent you from creating outfits that you can proudly show off year after year.
Kim Kardashian slams weight gain despite one fashion disaster after another [Shop]5/5/2013 10:46:38 AM
Kim Kardashian slams weight gain despite one fashion disaster after another Kim Kardashian may be about five months pregnant, but she does have some problems with her baby bump when it comes to her fashion choices. Some days, her baby bump is solid and she can easily show it off, while other days it is barely showing. Kim has been in the press lots lately over her weight gain, and while she has gained some weight, it is nowhere near the 65 pounds that some reports claimed earlier this week. According to a new Radar Online report released on March 25, Kim Kardashian reveals that she has had some trouble with the pregnancy. "I'm not going to lie and be like, 'Oh, it's been amazing and I've adjusted great,'" Kim recently revealed during an interview. "At the beginning it was tough for me when your body changes so much… I don't think anyone will really prepare you for what the changes are, but once you kind of grasp that and embrace it… it's amazing." As for the all supposed weight gain, Kim reveals that it is nowhere near the 200 pounds that some reports claim, but that she wouldn't mind at this point. "There are maybe two or three covers just this week that say I am 200 pounds. I'm like, 'You are 60 pounds off here'… It wouldn't even bother me if I gained all the weight," she claims."This is the time when everyone's like 'you should be pigging out, eat whatever you want.' And I have the biggest sweet tooth and I love junk food. Being pregnant I don't like any of it," Kim says reveals about her pregnancy cravings, adding that she eats things like "carrots and celery and ranch and like protein bars, gluten free stuff, sugar free stuff." She isn't gaining as much weight as everyone claims, but she still continues to have fashion disasters in the press. Are you surprised with her poor fashion decisions, given her body hasn't changed too much?
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