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What Do Designers Really Think?

May 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Most of us don’t know what really is going on inside a designers head when he or she is developing the latest seasonal fashion line, or how he does feel when he sees his labels linked with a celebrity, unless his opinion or feeling is quoted, but many still like to speculate.

What Do Designers Really Think When They are Preparing for Upcoming Fashion Shows?

Many believe that they are looking at their labels to see how well certain designs sold. They also like to think that if the results were not too good, they ask themselves why and how they can change them.

Many look to other designers and clothing lines, not to steal ideas, but to get a feel of what works. Most likely, a smart designer will look at Coogi pants and try to figure out exactly why they are so popular and why they remain a fashion must-have season after season.

What Do Designers Really Think When They See Their Labels Linked With a Celebrity?

Most are happy, because very often what a celebrity is seen wearing becomes the next trend. Just look at the clothing worn by rappers and other singers, the forward brushed hair style that was made popular by a still-very-hot teen idol, and other examples.

Also, most fashion designers are interested in what really works for everyone, and they try to develop their seasonal fashion lines with that in mind. Everyone wants to look good, whether that person has celebrity status or not.

 

 

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Fashions that never go out of style

May 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Fashion trends seem to change as often as the wind blows, and for many people it can be difficult to try to keep up with the demands of trying to stay in style.  But, with a little bit of smart shopping, anyone can stay current by investing in a few pieces that will never go out of style, yet can be matched with other trendy accessories to keep the look current.  Here are a few fashions that will never go out of style, and should be a staple in everyone’s wardrobe.

Black Dress Pants

Black dress pants can be appropriate for practically any setting.  When shopping for that perfect pair of black dress pants, it is important to make sure that they fit properly.  Avoid pants that are too tight, too loose, too long, or too short, because any of these problems can cause the pants to make the wearer look sloppy.

Well-Fitted Jeans

Even though most people have quite a few pairs of jeans in their wardrobe, everyone should be sure to have at least one pair of well-fitting light jeans and one pair of dark jeans.  Slightly flared jeans never go out of style, and can be dressed up or dressed down.

Button-Down Shirt

A crisp white button down shirt is timeless.  It should be slightly tailored, and should not be too loose, short, tight, or in any other way be ill-fitting.

Khakis

Khakis come in so many different styles, and some may not fit the classic look that will stand the test of fashion time.  So, khakis should be well fitted, and pleats should be avoided.

 

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Staying in Style Doesn’t Mean Breaking the Bank

April 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment

The latest research indicates that moderate amounts of shopping can actually have health benefits. Obviously, it is good exercise. If done in moderation, it can also help to relieve and reduce stress. But if you go over your budget, it will cause you a great deal of stress. Fortunately, there are ways to avoid this.

To stay within your fashion budget, set aside the money you can spend on clothes, shoes, and other necessities. This will keep you from spending more than you intended to on these items and will help you enjoy buying new clothes and shoes for yourself without the guilt of overspending. A prepaid card is an excellent way to do this. Since it is not connected in any way to your checking or savings account, you will avoid going into debt.

Decide what you can spend each month on new clothes, accessories, and other items. Instead of guessing what this amount should be, sit down and do the math. After you know what you can safely spend on fashion clothing and accessories, determine what items of clothes, shoes and accessories are most important to you. This will help you focus when you are shopping.

This smart way to shop will help you enjoy the advantages of shopping and avoid the pitfalls that can make shopping for fashion clothing and accessories an unpleasant experience. It is also a more secure way to shop online or in stores because there is no way for someone to run you into debt or access your bank account if your card is lost or stolen.

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Becoming a Local Fashion Designer Legend

April 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment

In the competitive field of fashion design, it is difficult to get noticed. Taking advantage of opportunities that will allow you stand out is imperative to your success. Here are some tips that can help you to become the local fashion designer legend that you aspire to be.

Getting involved in the area is, of course, a priority. As you are gaining your education or experience in the industry, try to align yourself with local retailers and boutiques. Depending on your qualifications, you may be able to break into the local fashion scene as soon as possible; you could soon be on your way to starting a fashion design business.

Speaking of education, this is an essential component to success in any industry. A degree in fashion can allow you to get started in fashion, possibly as a local retailer, which can be a stepping stone for greater things. Consider how a degree in fashion could improve your prospects in the industry.

There are accredited online degrees that are available in fashion. This could be a strong option to consider, especially if you need to juggle work and school. A degree in fashion could expose you to the education and possible contacts to help you break through as a local fashion designer.

Work on your education, references, and your own designs if your hope is to become a local fashion designer legend. Keep working on your ideas as you gain the education and experience needed to break through. In time, you should be able to obtain what is needed to make it in fashion design.

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Becoming a Designer

March 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment

If you are seeking employment in the fashion industry as a designer you might want to think again if you do not have a 2 or 4 year degree.  Employers are looking for those who know about fabrics, trends, patterns and the like.  You will first have to establish a degree in fashion design.  Most fashion designers have a degree in marketing or business for those who plan to operate their own business.

Becoming a fashion designer requires you to know the ins and outs of the industry.  While in school you will learn colors, fabrics, the designing software on the computer, as well as the difference between clothing and footwear.  Most schools that offer programs in design do not allow entry into a credited course until all the prerequisites have been met.  More often then not you are required to submit designs of your own to see what you are capable of doing in order to be accepted into the credited course.

For those interested in getting into the field, you might want to check in to doing an internship with a design or manufacturing firms.  You can also get experience and knowledge from working in a retail store or by becoming a personal stylist.  This is a way to boost your sales and to market your ideas to prospective clients.  To boost your chances of working permanently in a firm, while in school you should consider entering your designs in a contest. Too make your experience that more appealing to potential employers, try working in one of the top fashion areas of the world like Paris.

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Back in the good old days

March 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment

The first ever fashion designer was Charles Worth. Before he was able to set up his fashion house, his creation was completed by an anynomous seamstress.  He was so successful in his line of work that just one look at a client and he would tell them what he or she needed to wear instead of them choosing what they wanted like earlier dressmakers had done.  During this time period design houses would start to hire artists to help in the designing of clothing.  Once the client saw the skectching of the potential piece of clothing and had placed an order for it, it would be made available to the client at a cheaper price then if the designer was to acutally make the garment available first.

In the early 20th century all high fashion was originated in Paris.  Employees from Fashion magazines from around the world would go to Paris to watch the fashion shows.  Buyers from stores were sent to the fashion shows where they had an opportunity to purchase clothing for their store.  It was around this time that Fashion magazines began to introduce pictures and the public flocked to get these magazines.  By the end of the 19th century the fashion industry had a more profound image due to many well off women purchasing these trends that were demanded.  Trimmings and colors distinguished one season from another.  The S-Bend corset look was common up until around 1908.  At the end of the decade the look became more straight and somewhat slim.  An elegant garment was necessary for any well dressed woman.  Another crucial part to the womens outfit was the desginer hat.  Hats back then were either tiny little ones that perched up on top of the head, trimmed with ribbons, flowers and even feathers.  As an added accessory to the wardrobe parasols were worn dripped with lace that added to the prettiness.

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How To Keep Up With The Latest Fashion Trends

February 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment

If you’re serious about making sure that your wardrobe is fashionable and in line with the current trends, you have to put forth a fair amount of effort. Although it’s not as difficult or expensive as you might think, it is a constant and diligent effort. After all, there’s nothing more frustrating than thinking that you’ve just purchased one of today’s trendiest outfits, only to find out later that it was more fashionable last season.

You can start by selecting a few prominent celebrites who have a sense of style that you find to be particularly inspiring. Although you won’t want to copy everything they do, since it is important to have your own fashion voice, you can use the celebrities as a way to find out what the hottest emerging trends are and help you determine which brands will be the buzzwords of next season.

Fashion magazines can be another worthwhile resource. If you aren’t able to budget to buy a full subscription, consider just buying one magazine per month and reading it from cover to cover. Alternatively, scour the Internet for fashion blogs. These will provide information that is both timely and interesting, without you having to pay any fees outside of what you’d normally pay for Internet access.

Finally, you can hone your fashion skills by simply becoming more observant of those around you. Take a look at what people are wearing and decide what might look good on you, and what probably wouldn’t. Of course you’ll still have to try on similar clothes yourself to determine if they suit your body type, but you can become more aware of what’s fashionable just by taking care to be extremely observant.

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Choosing The Perfect Outfit

February 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Being successful when choosing an outfit can result in a confidence boost, as well as the admiration of those around you. However, there are several things to keep in mind when shopping for clothing. When it’s done right, it is quite an extensive process, but one that is not at all difficult. It just requires patience and creativity.

One of the first things to be mindful of is whether or not you are shopping for a particular occasion. If you are, the types of things that you hope to find will differ quite a bit from what you might buy if you wanted an outfit for everyday wear. No matter what sort of outfit you’re shopping for, always give yourself adequate time. It’s not a good idea to run into a store with hopes of picking out the perfect item if you’ve only allowed yourself fifteen minutes in which to do so. For best results, you’ll need to try on everything before you buy it, and this does take time. However, it’s much more efficient to try on the items in the store instead of going home, only to find out that they don’t fit like you thought they would, and having to return or exchange them.

In closing, bring along a friend who enjoys shopping, and has a good fashion sense. Their fresh perspective may help you find items that you would have otherwise missed, and they can also offer an honest opinion about whether an outfit looks good on you, or if it would be better off in the rejection pile.

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Beginning To Prepare For A Fashion Show

February 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Deciding to put together a fashion show is an action-packed and exciting experience, but one that requires significant amounts of planning in order to ensure that things will run smoothly. One of the first things that you’ll want to determine during the planning stages of your fashion show is what sorts of themes do you want to emphasize. The themes are particularly important because not only will they determine the types of clothes that you feature within your fashion show, but it will also be a factor in what sort of audience you hope to attract.

Once you have decided on a theme, plan on the number of clothing changes that will be required for each of your models. This will help you figure out how many staff members that you’ll need to hire to help with the wardrobe changes, and how many models you’ll need to display all of the fashions that you hope to feature.

The location of your fashion show is another crucial consideration. When you are searching for an appropriate venue, you’ll want to find a place that has a large open area that can be used for a stage or runway, as well as adequate lighting. It is also important to remember that your facility must have enough parking spaces and restrooms to ensure that your guests and staff are comfortable.

Finally, whereas the venue should be booked three to six months in advance of the fashion show, you should plan your guest list in such a way so that you are able to send out your invitations no later than eight weeks before the date of your fashion show.

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Go in Style to Fashion Week

February 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment

The top designers are always represented; Cavalli, Armani, and Ferragamo. Every September the new lines for the next spring and summer are introduced in Milan, Italy, and the fashion world spares no expense to show them off. It is the perfect time to plan a trip to Milan and experience Fashion Week as well as the history and culture of the region.

Staying at the best luxury hotel Italy has to offer is a must for your visit to Milan. Plan early so that you can stay in one of the city’s exquisite locations like the Park Hyatt Milan or Boscolo Excedra Milan. Another fine hotel in the heart of fashion city is the Seven Stars Galleria. Each room comes with a personal butler who will attend to your every need. The top fashion stores in the city, including Louis Vuitton and Prada, are just a short walk away.

There are a number of different fashion shows during fashion week, and you need to decide in advance which ones you would like to attend. Tickets often sell out early, so it is essential to plan ahead. The tickets can be purchased online in advance of your trip. You should also spend some time in advance planning your own wardrobe for the shows because the audience comes just as decked out as the models who appear on the runway.

During your visit to Milan for Fashion Week, allow some time for sightseeing. There are so many things in this great city to see and do. The Duomo Cathedral is at the top of the list of the must-see attractions in Milan. You also will want to go to the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan, where Leonardo da Vinci’s painting of The Last Supper is on display. Book your tickets to see this attraction well in advance or you might miss out on experiencing this bit of history.

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