Own The Runway: Tips For Putting On A Fabulous Fashion Show
Published September 29, 2011 | 
Say you’re an aspiring fashion designer, or a college student majoring in fashion design. If you have designed your very own clothing line, and you want people to see it, but you don’t have enough networking connections to put on a professional-level fashion show, it is up to you to come up with some creative and thrifty way to showcase your designs. Hosting your own amateur fashion show is a great way for a new designer to gain exposure, and to take some seriously impressive initiative. Thankfully, our fashion school experts have compiled a list of tips for putting on a fabulous fashion show, no matter what amount of money or connections you’re working with.
Firstly, you have to draw up a budget for your show. Even if you don’t have a lot of money to spend, you still have to figure out how to wisely spend the little you’ve got for optimal results. One good first step is to try and find some sponsors. If you’re a student and your parents are graciously helping you out with your tuition, they might be in a good position to sponsor your fashion show as well. Sponsors can also donate things like a venue or concessions in lieu of money. It all ends up helping.
Of course, your fashion show must have a theme. Hopefully, your designs will be enough to draw inspiration for a theme. Pick one that represents the emotions conveyed in your look. Then, decorate accordingly. You can buy cheap light fixtures and fabrics to create mood lighting and decoration. You can also use other cheap decorating methods like spray paint, flowers, wooden boards, old tires and other junkyard finds to create a set that will enhance your designs. Finally, choose music for the show that also fits with your overall theme.
Next, you need to find a venue to host your show. Big-budget fashion shows put on by high-end designers usually choose a trendy location, like a sophisticated theater or a club. However, when putting on your own, smaller fashion show, the more creative you can get with the venue, the better your show will be. If the weather permits, look for an outdoor venue, like an unused bandstand in a park, or a particularly, well-lit city alleyway. Make sure you clear it with a manager, but chances are you’ll be able to use a public space for free, or very little cost.
Once all the rest is arranged, you will need to send out invitations in order to get the word out about your show. Invitations can also be made cheaply out of recycled materials and a little bit of paint or markers. Make sure your invitations list all the vital details, like the name of the event, the designer’s name, the date and the location, but keep them a little bit elusive as well. That way, you will entice people into coming, because they’ll want to learn more about the mysteriously cool invitation they’ve received.
Now you have an amateur fashion show all queued up! But the real magic is up to you, and the love and creativity you pour into your own designs.
Top 10 Fashion Tips for 2011
Published September 29, 2011 |
With the coming of the new year, also comes new trends in fashion and as we say good-bye to all that was in 2010 (a lot of hot pants, knee high socks, lace, leather and cut out clothing) we now say hello to the fashion trends and tips for 2011. Below are our top 10 tips for best fashion advice that can be given to anyone during any time of the year.
1. Choose the clothes that suit your body
No matter what trendsetting or fashion forward clothing you purchase if it will not compliment your body-then you’d better put it back on the store rack!
2. On Jewelry: Less is not always more
(For Men) You must not over accessorize, do not wear more than 3 pieces of jewelry. Silver is becoming popular these days so you might want to invest.
(For Women) Less is not always more especially during the summer, you can accessorize you summer outfits with big and bold accessories. Wooden beads and citrus colored bangles are a good sight during the summer.
3. In the winter: Accessorize!
During the cold weather add a little pop of color to the weather, you can accessorize with sweaters and scarves, ensure it matches your outfit though! Try to mix and match things, if you are wearing tight fitting jeans then a big sweater will be a good contrast and will compliment your slender legs.
4. Keep your shoes and belts looking brand new:
Shoes and belts can catch the eye of other people so make sure that you invest in a good pair of shoes and a nice belt and make sure that they are regularly kept clean and shiny – there’s nothing worse than a pair of muddy boots combined with a smart dress!
5. If you look the part then you have to smell the part.
There is no use in looking great if you smell something like the cat dragged in. So if you take time and invest in what you will be wearing and what you will look like then make sure that you throw in some good perfume, cologne or after-shave.
6. Skinny jeans are still in!
Yes! Skinny jeans are still in! Especially with Katy Perry singing “Let you put your hands on me In my skin-tight jeans”, so don’t throw out your skinny jeans yet! Nothing is as complimentary as a good pair of high-waisted, ankle exposing, skinny jeans.
7. The Ballerina is on center stage!
With movies like ‘The Black Swan’ earning a buzz, ballet-inspired fashion is sure to make its own buzz in the fashion industry. From ballet flats to ensembles inspired from tutus and leotards, we will be seeing a lot of ballerinas this year.
8. Summer Fashion tips:
In the summer be sure to wear loose fitting clothes that are made of natural fabrics and are in light colors, printed kaftan might just be making a wave this year. For a little style and functionality, a wide-brimmed hat will keep those harsh UV rays away and will also keep you looking elegant.
9. Add color in the winter:
Spring colored sweater should add some color during the pale winter. Make sure you wear bright printed winter clothes-just so you won’t blend in with all the snow.
10. Check online!
For the latest in fashion news and trends, always check online, this is the most updated source of fashion information. Also try to look and see what celebrities are wearing these days. For one thing, everyone and I mean everyone will be looking into what the future princess Kate Middleton will be wearing-so try and see what’s she’s wearing and buy it quick before the stores run out!
Be a Fashion Enthusiast With Bratz Games
Published September 29, 2011 |
It is often difficult to bring out the best fashion in you when you do not love fashion in the first place. Putting altogether the essential pieces should be able to give you the modern splendour and become chic in every way. Being a fashion enthusiast let you exemplify whatever the fashion medium is whether it is on dressing up, doing a complete makeover and even games! Games? No, I am not mistaken. Bring out the passion for fashion in you and give the superb fashionista look with Bratz games!
Of course everybody knows the Bratz. These four best friends have their own way of expressing themselves through fashion. Meet Jade, Sasha, Chloe and Yasmin with Bratz games. Have fun with them as both of you explore the fashion world of dolls.
One of the most exciting Bratz games that you can play is the Bratz décor game. Help Cloe and Yasmin decorate the Bratz living room before the guests come for the dinner party in celebration of the success of the last week’s fashion runaway show! The girls just bought new furniture and they have to be place properly and neatly. Set the curtain, the pin lights, sofa set, the television, sound system in place. Hang the frames to the wall and find the flowers that would match the beauty of the living room. One of the most creative Bratz games, this game help you become an instant interior designer! If you are aspiring to be one, don’t miss this creative game and be guided by our beautiful Bratz girls!
Before the dinner party, the Bratz needs a complete makeover. Though it is a fact that there are no instances that they are not fashionable both in the manner and in dressing up, they have to be gorgeous for the occasion. Shell out all your creative imagination with one of the most exciting Bratz games with the Bratz dress up! Help the Bratz find the best pieces of clothing appropriate for the occasion. Sasha as the most fashionable of them all needs a white cocktail dress and help her find the red clutch. Give them the super styling look! Yasmin on the other hand, prefer the black and white floral shirt. Actually, whatever clothing that you let them wear on, their apparent look will match every clothing! Give them the refined high fashion twist and refreshing glare!
Complete the Bratz games with Bratz makeover. Wash and dry their hair, style their hair, add the unique color, and highlight their locks. Sweep colourful eye shadow, choose the color and viola! The eye-popping look! Don’t forget the blush on, the lipstick and the glitter!
Use your creative imagination with Bratz games and have fun!