Stephen James for Takeshy Kurosawa Fall Winter 2013 The Takeshy Kurosawa Fall Winter 2013 collection finds its strength in tension. Clean but not minimal. Dark but not theatrical. When modeled by Stephen James, the clothes take on an added psychological weight, transforming the collection from a presentation of garments into a study of presence. Kurosawa has long been interested in the space where tailoring meets rebellion, and this season reflects that balance with restraint. The silhouettes are sharp yet lived-in, structured without feeling rigid. There is an undercurrent of aggression softened by control, a quality that aligns naturally with Stephen James’s visual intensity. His heavily tattooed body contrasts with the…
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Chanel Haute Couture SS 2014
When you think of classic and high fashion, Chanel always comes to mind. This season displayed once again their staple tweed fabrics with very beautifully structured feminine outfits in light varieties of pastels. There was a strong athletic feel to the whole collection due to glammed up silver knee pads and fanny packs. I would describe the whole thing as rich sports pixie?But the one thing that demanded most attention would have to be the footwear the models were rocking. They weren’t the usual high fashion impossible heels to walk in, they were actually the complete opposite. Sneakers! The sporty/glitzy shoe wear was provided by couture shoemaker Massaro they were…
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Making Your Presence Felt in Fashion Photography
Author: fashion model It is a difficult task to establish one’s presence in the fashion photography industry. One can take it as a career option, if one has the willingness to work hard, has a creative mind, and possesses the ability to capture the perfect images. A fashion photographer should have proficiency in two disciplines- you need to be an excellent portrait photographer. Second, you should have the ability to create images for use in advertisements. A successful fashion photographer will be able to combine the two disciplines into a perfect blend with a keen eye to details in design. Success as an esteemed fashion photographer comes to one who…
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COMME DES GARÇONS HOMME PLUS AW14
A very dark feel to this show, the haunting music followed by the distinctively slow pace of the models set the stage for a dramatic display. It seems the models were each wearing glossy gas masks hiding their identity, but upon further inspection you notice it is black hair pulled over their faces twisted down to a swirling black rope. Things that stood out most would be the strategically placed holes on the black formal wear that flowed through the whole show. The fits where loose and flowing as they glided across the room. source:
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Kanye West A.P.C. Menswear Colleciton
This isn’t Kanye West’s first endeavor into producing a clothing line. During fashion week in Paris he decided to finally give exposure to his new clothing line he has been working on with A.P.C, sources state there is no set date on when it will be available but it feels like it could be ready by late summer. What do you think of this collections preview? source
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How To Get A Job In Fashion Industry
Author: Robart Alex The fashion industry increases in popularity day by day, so there are lot of competitions and opportunities nowadays. It is really simple to have a degree in marketing, fashion design or fashion marketing. As this competitive industry keep on growing, there is a lot of demand for specialized and educated faculties in fashion. People who got a suitable academic degree in fashion will soon discover that they’re more in demand in this industry. Many academic degrees in fashion provide the courses in which you are interested in. Fashion marketing, fashion design and fashion merchandising are the three leading opportunities in fashion. Today many people dream of becoming…
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Lena Dunham in Vogue, the Issue with the Issue.
Lena Dunham was crowned “THE NEW QUEEN OF COMDEY” by Vogue in their upcoming February issue. Of course, with dubbing Lena that title would come a cover, and on that cover there is her photo, and in that photo comes some controversy. You would think people would be thrilled to have someone seemingly forward thinking and creative gracing the cover of Vogue. As far as celebrities go, we do put Lena Dunham on a relatable and level headed pedestal (Along with Miss Hungergames). The reason for the controversy surrounds the fact of Photoshop, and the issues with projecting false images on other people. Some spectators were shocked that someone so…
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KOLOR AW14 Shot by Jacques Habbah
Kolor’s Autumn Winter 2014 collection occupies an uneasy but compelling space between comfort and disarray. On the surface, the clothes feel warm, layered, and familiar. Look closer, and a deliberate tension begins to emerge. This is not ease for ease’s sake. It is controlled imbalance, styled to appear almost accidental.
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Beginning As A Fashion Model
Beginning As A Fashion Model Author: fashion model Regardless of the fact that there are millions of people who are after modelling jobs every year, there are countless people, male as well as female, young as well as old, that want to test the waters of the glamorous profession of modelling. It could be high fashion; it could be swimsuit session; and, maybe it’s commercial print. However, the thing is that not all fashion modelling agencies are looking for the same aspects and features. Different modelling agencies employ differently sized models to emphasize different looks for their advertisement campaigns. What do all this mean? Why, do you think, are there…
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Photography As A Career In Fashion
Author: fashion model Fat pay cheques, an opportunity to rub shoulders with glamorous models and hobnobbing with some of the rich and famous might be the dream of many a young shutterbug. But, it can turn out to be hard to get to the golden staircases of the big wig fashion houses and designer magazines. For every one talented or compelling photographer, hundreds or thousands are left waiting at the pavement, only to dream about that splendid moment when their photograph will be picked out and chosen for the project. For the novice photographer and who has just commenced a career in fashion picture photography, some tips can prove to…
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VERSACE AUTUM/WINTER 2014| MILAN FASHION WEEK
With a late 70’s early 80’s rebel feel, the show begins with the famous silk baroque Versace print with a western cowboy twist. Deep jewel tones and dark neutrals filled the runway with endless amounts of various textures, with the most notable being a slick sheen, whether being in the full red leather cowboy outfit or the silk shirts and accessories. This very cheeky collection definitely had a huge nod to gay culture, including coded handkerchiefs, jeweled crotches, leather chaps and over embellishments. “It was an expression of freedom. I think it’s really important today with what’s going on in the world with civil rights and love.” – Donatella…
