Image by Getty Images-sourced-Fashion week Spring Fashion in full swing, shopping becoming more and more evident, many are looking for a designer that has in style versatile fashions that fit most body shapes while still being affordable and wallet-friendly. Here are a few of the most popular, sometimes considered the "best of the season" Fashion designers for Spring 2011. Contemporary designer Chris Benz Partnered with shoemaker and CFDA chosen Alejandro Ingelmo for an Adorable wedge line of shoes for Spring(seeMuted Spring Fashion - The LALL Spring 2011 … [Read more...]
Could You Be a Fashion Designer?
March 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If you desire to be a fashion designer because you dream of making the high income of a top designer, then you might want to first understand that only a handful make the big money. That is not to say that it does not pay well - the average income is over $70,000 per year, but money should not be the first reason to go into this occupation. Instead, consider if you have the necessary passion and drive for the fashion world. You’ll need talent, artistic vision and ambition. If you are still in high school, concentrate on art courses, home economics (sewing) and math skills. If your school … [Read more...]
How to Wear White
March 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Never after Labor Day - that is about the only advice typically seen regarding the wearing of white, but it is far from being helpful when it comes to knowing how best to dress fashionably utilizing white in your wardrobe. When it comes to skirts, the current trend is a flowing, full skirt instead of a form-fitting one. Lightweight materials lend themselves well to this style and give a carefree attitude. While being white from head to toe may not make a lot of sense to most, if it is done with various layers and textures it can look very feminine and sensual. You just cannot over-do … [Read more...]
Why Hip-Hop and Urban Fashion Has Become so Popular
March 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Hip-hop and urban fashion trends have become increasingly popular over the years as is evidenced by the increasing number of hip-hop and urban fashion stores. While it is oftentimes hard to explain what makes one fashion trend a success and not another, there are several factors that can be attributed to helping give hip-hop and urban fashion trends the success it has today. Here's a look at some of the contributing factors that are believed to have helped make hip-hop and urban fashion such a desirable fashion trend to follow. The Celebrity Influence Many celebrities are going with a … [Read more...]
Is Your Clothing Green?
March 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If you are reading this around St. Patrick’s Day, you are probably thinking of the color green; but any other time with the wide-spread awareness that the word green signifies eco-friendly you are probably keeping right up with where this article is heading. The notion of organic clothing is not innovative, but things have changed a bit in recent years. Previously, people had to make sacrifices when it came to fashion and style when they chose to shop for clothing that was respective of the planet’s resources. They also had to sacrifice quite a bit of money because it was hard to find … [Read more...]
Fashion in History
March 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
There are a number of things that influence fashion and some of them are not easily recognizable as being contributors. The state of the economy, whether in war time, and the overall sentiment of society have an influence on what people have worn through the years. For example, during war times when resources are being stretched, we see less frivolity in clothing. Styles are basic in order to conserve materials. The overall gloomy sentiment of war leads to natural tone colors and lower cost materials. In fact, luxurious fabrics use was tightly controlled during World War II. After World … [Read more...]
Facts About Fashion
February 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Fashion is the word that highlights the pattern, style, and practice especially in wearing cloths, footwear, hair style, antique design and other accessories. The most popular thing that put more effect on society in terms of fashion is costume, Costumes carry high percentage of the fashion in today era to have trendy looks and dress up style. Costumes for a person are very important as it totally changes the personality of the person, looks, and smartness. There are various types of dresses one finds in the market but the person need to choose the one that suits him, in term of looks, … [Read more...]
Art Of Choreographing A Fashion Show
February 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Fashion world or rather glamour world has always attracted people from far and near to try their luck. Fashion World dominates and lays the rules for upcoming designs, patterns and styles. Designers toil hard to create unique pieces of clothing and then present them in fashion shows. Fashion shows are a joint effort between the fashion houses and sponsors, each of them trying to present their merchandise to the viewers. Models, accessories, designer clothes are the most vital elements in a fashion show. These models are trained to walk in a particular fashion which is popularly known as … [Read more...]
Modeling – A Lucrative Career
February 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Glamour business has always attracted young talent. Generation-Next feels that fashion industry lets them display their creative talent. Not everyone aspires to be fashion designers; there are multiple career opportunities in the fashion world. Youngsters are choosing to be fashion critics, show anchors, makeup artists and models. Models are individuals who are used as a medium to showcase different labels and accessories. Models need to be tall so that the clothes fall perfectly on them giving a proper view to the audience. Modeling industry welcomes hundreds of fresh faces every year. … [Read more...]