Anna Wintour leaves the Marni show
Maryna Linchuk (Why Not Models)
Ieva Laguna (Women Milan)
outerwear -- Derek Lam
Minggu, 28 Februari 2010
Sir Charlie Stinky Socks
I love books. I think it would be more sensible to borrow books from a library but there's just something about having my own collection. In recent years I have been focusing on children's books; we have seriously gone from nil to a small library. How do I justify this? Books are educational. And I plan on keeping them for my grandchildren!
One of our current favourites:
Look inside...
Included are some huge flaps.
Sure, it's an entertaining book, but what makes it even better is the CD. I think this is so well done, with fun music, great sound effects and it's read convincingly. As if that weren't enough, the CD also contains songs and games.
Love the name, too: Sir Charlie Stinky Socks!
One of our current favourites:
Sir Charlie Stinky Socks and the Really Big Adventure by Kristina Stephenson
This is an exciting and slightly scary book (great for boys) about a brave little knight who comes across beasties, a dragon and a witch. He doesn't fight them, though, you see. He's got better methods, such as singing a lullaby, sharing sandwiches or offering a drink.
This is an exciting and slightly scary book (great for boys) about a brave little knight who comes across beasties, a dragon and a witch. He doesn't fight them, though, you see. He's got better methods, such as singing a lullaby, sharing sandwiches or offering a drink.
Look inside...
Included are some huge flaps.
Sure, it's an entertaining book, but what makes it even better is the CD. I think this is so well done, with fun music, great sound effects and it's read convincingly. As if that weren't enough, the CD also contains songs and games.
Love the name, too: Sir Charlie Stinky Socks!
Sir Charlie Stinky Socks
I love books. I think it would be more sensible to borrow books from a library but there's just something about having my own collection. In recent years I have been focusing on children's books; we have seriously gone from nil to a small library. How do I justify this? Books are educational. And I plan on keeping them for my grandchildren!
One of our current favourites:
Look inside...
Included are some huge flaps.
Sure, it's an entertaining book, but what makes it even better is the CD. I think this is so well done, with fun music, great sound effects and it's read convincingly. As if that weren't enough, the CD also contains songs and games.
Love the name, too: Sir Charlie Stinky Socks!
One of our current favourites:
Sir Charlie Stinky Socks and the Really Big Adventure by Kristina Stephenson
This is an exciting and slightly scary book (great for boys) about a brave little knight who comes across beasties, a dragon and a witch. He doesn't fight them, though, you see. He's got better methods, such as singing a lullaby, sharing sandwiches or offering a drink.
This is an exciting and slightly scary book (great for boys) about a brave little knight who comes across beasties, a dragon and a witch. He doesn't fight them, though, you see. He's got better methods, such as singing a lullaby, sharing sandwiches or offering a drink.
Look inside...
Included are some huge flaps.
Sure, it's an entertaining book, but what makes it even better is the CD. I think this is so well done, with fun music, great sound effects and it's read convincingly. As if that weren't enough, the CD also contains songs and games.
Love the name, too: Sir Charlie Stinky Socks!
Goodone - London Fashion Week -Estethica London Fashion Week
I enjoyed talking to Goodone founder Nin Castle at London fashion week last Tuesday.
It was at the end of the day and we had been wanting to find the Anatomy stand in the Ethethica zone of the LFW exhibition and literally stubbled upon the Goodone stand.
I discovered that Nin had studied Textiles at Brighton College of Technology, the same place as me except I studied Graphic design.
She graduated in 2002 and has been a true pioneer in sustainable fashion since. Basing her degree show collection on the sustainable textile concept she got little or no support from her tutors, more to do with the fact that this quest was new and previously unexplored territory Nin tactfully said. Through shear determination and persistence she sourced suppliers of recycled fabric for her collection and fashion brand that has followed.
This seasons collection has a sporty feel, is body conscious, modern and very flattering to the female form creating a sexy silhouette. What is impressive is it is a cool brand, the fact that it is ethical makes one question why can't more fashion retailers do this.
Goodone proves that there has to be absolutely no compromise on style to be ethical.
check out www.goodone.co.uk
Sia Dimitriadi - London Fashion Week
I met Sia Dimitriadi on the first day of London Fashion Week and was immediately drawn to her stand. The pretty ruffles and flounce with frills create an alluring feminine silhouette which is very eye catching.
I discovered that she is based in Nicosia in Cyprus and has a studio of seamstresses busy beavering away creating her designs to order.
Sia launched her label in 2006 and is impressively a self- taught designer.
The collection is girlie but with a grown up and knowing sophistication.
At first glance and if you didn't take the time to look properly you could be forgiven for thinking Sia's collection was for lingerie market. Infact as Nick and I were chatting to her two Italian Lingerie buyers sped past stopping for a moment to give her their card!!
Sia uses mostly silk to create her designs of gorgeous frothy, flouncy, frilly and very feminine clothes.
Her winter collection is black and her summer collection pastels.
I went back to see Sia on the Tuesday of London fashion week with my colleague Nick Lodge a web site designer to see whether she needed any help defining her brand more effectively on the web. We will be putting some concepts together for her to look at and see how it goes from there. We believe she has a great look that if styled and photographed with a more everyday edge can really go places. watch this space.
Sia's summer colours
Sia at London Fashion week February 2010
Sabtu, 27 Februari 2010
Sneaker of the day: Lanvin Embroidery High Trainer Sneakers
This pair of kicks is one of the item in my this year wish list. This expensive, Italian-made embroidered high trainer sneakers has round toe with rubber toe cap and serrated edging, reinforced metal eyelets and come with multi color beading and sequins on sides. Also come with quilted ribbing with beige suede edging along back of heel at top line. The upper is made up of calf skin leather. The insole is also leather with embossed logo of Lanvin.So do you think about this sneaker worth the price?
Jumat, 26 Februari 2010
Eco Fashion: Sanuk Launches Eco-Friendly Project - Rasta
In tandem with surf champion and Sanük team member Dave "Rasta" Rastovich, and echoing the Rastafarian ethos of natural living (no real connection here, just a cool coincidence), Sanük is rolling out a new line of environmentally friendly sandals that might make Bob Marley himself smile. As the leading edge of the brand’s Spring 2010 collection, its innovative RASTA Project (Recycled And Sustainable Trade Alliance) hopes to spark "One Love" among all peoples of the world, inspire a wave of "Jamming" and affirm its corporate mantra, "No Stiff Shoes, No Cry."
Some of the materials used in the RASTA line include:
· Sustainable latex and cork molded foot bed, featuring jute inlay detail
· Layered hemp upper, providing maximum comfort, with RASTA labeling
· Recycled tire outsole, gathered from neighboring factories
· Super-soft, recycled PET (polyethylene terephthalate) liner and toe post
· Completely vegan and vegetarian
What exactly is "my personal yoga challenge"?
I should probably explain.
One of my current and hopefully long-term obsessions is to become a yoga believer. A yogi, I think they're called.
That sounds sort of negative, like I'm trying too hard. For a lot of people, they seem to be converts after the first attempt.
That makes me a bit nervous because I don't think it's clicked yet. For the record, I am a complete beginner. I've only just started Kundalini Yoga and what I can say is that I like it so far.
But it hasn't changed me or my life YET.
From what I've heard and read, yoga can heal and strengthen the body and mind. It is exercise, it can calm you down and make you into a better person. It apparently becomes a lifestyle, if you want to embrace it as such. It sounds too good to be true.
There are so many believers out there that there must be some truth to it!
So here's my mantra.
Be open-minded.
Don't give up.
One of my current and hopefully long-term obsessions is to become a yoga believer. A yogi, I think they're called.
That sounds sort of negative, like I'm trying too hard. For a lot of people, they seem to be converts after the first attempt.
That makes me a bit nervous because I don't think it's clicked yet. For the record, I am a complete beginner. I've only just started Kundalini Yoga and what I can say is that I like it so far.
But it hasn't changed me or my life YET.
From what I've heard and read, yoga can heal and strengthen the body and mind. It is exercise, it can calm you down and make you into a better person. It apparently becomes a lifestyle, if you want to embrace it as such. It sounds too good to be true.
There are so many believers out there that there must be some truth to it!
So here's my mantra.
Be open-minded.
Don't give up.
What exactly is "my personal yoga challenge"?
I should probably explain.
One of my current and hopefully long-term obsessions is to become a yoga believer. A yogi, I think they're called.
That sounds sort of negative, like I'm trying too hard. For a lot of people, they seem to be converts after the first attempt.
That makes me a bit nervous because I don't think it's clicked yet. For the record, I am a complete beginner. I've only just started Kundalini Yoga and what I can say is that I like it so far.
But it hasn't changed me or my life YET.
From what I've heard and read, yoga can heal and strengthen the body and mind. It is exercise, it can calm you down and make you into a better person. It apparently becomes a lifestyle, if you want to embrace it as such. It sounds too good to be true.
There are so many believers out there that there must be some truth to it!
So here's my mantra.
Be open-minded.
Don't give up.
One of my current and hopefully long-term obsessions is to become a yoga believer. A yogi, I think they're called.
That sounds sort of negative, like I'm trying too hard. For a lot of people, they seem to be converts after the first attempt.
That makes me a bit nervous because I don't think it's clicked yet. For the record, I am a complete beginner. I've only just started Kundalini Yoga and what I can say is that I like it so far.
But it hasn't changed me or my life YET.
From what I've heard and read, yoga can heal and strengthen the body and mind. It is exercise, it can calm you down and make you into a better person. It apparently becomes a lifestyle, if you want to embrace it as such. It sounds too good to be true.
There are so many believers out there that there must be some truth to it!
So here's my mantra.
Be open-minded.
Don't give up.
Milan Fashion Week: Models Off Duty, Jac Jagaciak sweeps key runway positions
Natasha Poly (Women Milan)
Abbey Lee (NEXT Milan)
Jac Jagaciak (IMG Milan) shoes by Sport Max
Opened Versace, Opened and Closed Gianfranco Ferrè
Anastasia Kuznetsova (Why Not Models)
MAC's Spring Colour Forecast 2 Blush Ombre
From the Spring Colour Forecast collection, this was the only face product that I felt I had to have... (the other one was the matching nail lacquer in Malibu Peach).
The Blush Ombre in Ripe Peach is a multi-toned blush in coral.
I swatched the colours separately first (the pale peach and darker pink), then swirled my finger around in it to get the pretty blossomy, sunset colour on the right. It looks really natural and fresh on my skin. Fab! Why do such great things have to be limited edition?
The Blush Ombre in Ripe Peach is a multi-toned blush in coral.
I swatched the colours separately first (the pale peach and darker pink), then swirled my finger around in it to get the pretty blossomy, sunset colour on the right. It looks really natural and fresh on my skin. Fab! Why do such great things have to be limited edition?
MAC's Spring Colour Forecast 2 Blush Ombre
From the Spring Colour Forecast collection, this was the only face product that I felt I had to have... (the other one was the matching nail lacquer in Malibu Peach).
The Blush Ombre in Ripe Peach is a multi-toned blush in coral.
I swatched the colours separately first (the pale peach and darker pink), then swirled my finger around in it to get the pretty blossomy, sunset colour on the right. It looks really natural and fresh on my skin. Fab! Why do such great things have to be limited edition?
The Blush Ombre in Ripe Peach is a multi-toned blush in coral.
I swatched the colours separately first (the pale peach and darker pink), then swirled my finger around in it to get the pretty blossomy, sunset colour on the right. It looks really natural and fresh on my skin. Fab! Why do such great things have to be limited edition?
Georgia Hardinge at LFW
These two hard working girls Sara and Saskia are in Paris at the moment with Georgia Hardinge having done the week in London. The piece they are standing next to got a lot of media attention. check out www.georgiahardinge.blogspot.com for more info - her web site is under reconstruction at the moment. A sexy and innovative collection.
London Fashion week - Fiona Paxton Accessories
Fiona Paxton's accessories caught my eye to be honest because of the way one of her team had styled herself wearing a piece with a simple stripy T shirt.
I thought this looked really accessible and easy to wear as an everyday item. I like this contrast, it looks cool.
Fiona Paxton trained at the Royal College of Art in 1992 and launched this collection in 2008 after many years gained working in the fashion industry.
www.fiona-paxton.com
Kamis, 25 Februari 2010
Milan Fashion Week: Models Off Duty
Heidi Mount (IMG Milan)
Anastasia Kuznetsova (Why Not Models)
Anastasia is having an amazing season clocking 29 shows between New York and London, including Opening AND Closing the BCBG Max Azria show. She's already walked Prada, Just Cavalli, and Fendi in Milan.
Martha Streck (Women Milan)
Kelli Lumi (Why Not Models)
My Parson's pattern making workbook - two sleeves patterns
After reading Wendy's new book on Dresses, and spying all those soft and lovely sleeves in the New York Fall 2010 collections, I was motivated to pull out my old workbooks from my pattern making courses at Parsons The New School for Design. We had a wonderful, old world teacher, and I wish I could remember her name, as I would love to mention it here, but ... if it comes to me, I will mention it in a later post.
In addition to the main task - learning to make full sized patterns - every student also created their own workbook with miniature pattern making notes and tissue paper patterns. In my workbook, there is a little envelope of my slopers (basic patterns) on the heavier weight, tagboard paper, with all the same markings noted on the full-sized versions. We used these slopers to create the little tissue paper patterns that are glued to the two pages I've scanned into this post. (Yes, those are not drawings but tiny tissue patterns.) They look adorable, like little doll patterns.
My notes are unedited, written in ink, not very neatly, very naively, but regardless -- here they are and two different ways you can create beautiful, soft sleeves.Click here to upload pdf file of scans.
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