Unhealthy models campaign targets fashion industry
Posted by Lucky on Mar 6, 2010
Magazines and ads that use emaciated models have long been cited as an exacerbating factor linked to the rise in eating disorders in recent years.
And while the fashion industry may often pay lip service to using models who are “naturally thin,” the debate isn’t helped when real cover models get a significant downsizing, courtesy of [...]
The Olympic red carpet: Quick, call the fashion police — some of these outfits are out of control
Posted by Lucky on Feb 23, 2010
Not Shaun White’s loud madras snowboard jacket, the one he wore on his joyride to a gold medal for the U.S. in the men’s halfpipe, attire almost as blinding as that famous mane of red curls that popped out when he took off his helmet after nailing the Double McTwist 1260.
Not the Russian team’s bold [...]
Fashion’s backbone
Posted by Lucky on Feb 5, 2010
INDIAN fashion can be broadly classified into two grades: Devdas, version 2, and Dev RELATED ARTICLES
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D. The Devdas designers are those – and they form the bulk of the big names — who have made their money and fame from atrociously priced, gawdy wedding [...]
Chinese chic steps up to the catwalk
Posted by Lucky on Jan 11, 2010
Fashion designers challenge traditional Western couturiers
The Devil along with countless Chinese people may wear Prada but there is a growing feeling that the world’s second-biggest consumer of luxury goods could start looking closer to home for fashion accessories.
China is on the verge of fielding high-end fashion that can compete with [...]
HONG KONG: Asia’s Top Fashion Fairs to Feature Global Designers in HK
Posted by Lucky on Jan 7, 2010
HONG KONG, — Global fashion talents will be on hand here for Asia’s largest fashion event later this month, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council said on Tuesday.
Hong Kong Fashion Week for Fall/ Winter and World Boutique will be held from January 18 to 21 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition [...]
Lady Gaga’s Stylist: ‘There’s Way Too Much Celebrity In Fashion’
Posted by Lucky on Jan 6, 2010
Stylist Nicola Formichetti is the man who makes fashion-watchers go gaga for Lady Gaga. Formichetti divides his time between New York, London and Tokyo and works as London magazine Dazed and Confused creative director and Vogue Hommes Japan’s fashion director, and directs campaigns for Alexander McQueen, Uniqlo, and Dolce & Gabbana…but [...]
[Read More]‘Animal spirits’ back in fashion Rising optimism essential element in recovery
Posted by Lucky on Jan 6, 2010
If you’re looking for an omen for the year ahead, you couldn’t ask for a better start to 2010. Stock markets are bouncing higher, Asian and European manufacturers are showing strong growth, and U.S. factories are providing hints of recovery.
Could it be that optimism is coming back into fashion? John Maynard Keynes, [...]
The when and where of the Winter fashion sale
Posted by Lucky on Dec 31, 2009
During the holiday season, Japan’s retail stores offer customers a very generous 30-50% off everything. Fashionsnap.com tells you where to go and when
In late December and early January, Tokyo’s designer labels and “select shops” (boutiques with imported brands and trendy in-house brands) launch their big winter sales. Most products are marked [...]
Green Gift Items, Eco-chic Fashion and Earth-Friendly Packaging Launch at ZeMis Online Store
Posted by Lucky on Dec 30, 2009
ZeMis, known for selling unique natural and world culture products as gift ideas for every occasion, brings you its extensive line up of earth saving packaging for toys and gadgets as well as earth fr,
NEW YORK, USA, December 29, 2009/ZEMIS LTD – ZeMis, known for selling unique natural and world culture products [...]
Tavi Gevinson earns acclaim with Style Rookie fashion blog
Posted by Lucky on Dec 30, 2009
Tavi Gevinson sat in a west suburban cafe consuming cheese pizza, hot chocolate and a fruit roll-up — the type of meal you’d expect from a 13-year-old.
As she nibbled, a receptionist from her doctor’s office came over to say hello, while a waitress wondered aloud if she was related to another [...]
Royal Boutik features limited edition fashion & art house museum shoppe
Posted by Lucky on Dec 30, 2009
The Artists Republic of Providence, the creative team of The Blackout, Street Art Boutik & This Is Neon, launch their latest project, The Royal Boutik, a bi-monthly creative counterculture art, fashion and multimedia exhibit hosted by a collaborative of Electronic Dance DJs, artists and musicians. Each bi-monthly installation will have its [...]
[Read More]First Ladies Of Fashion: Who Is 2009’s Best-Dressed Worldly Woman? (PHOTOS, POLL)
Posted by Lucky on Dec 30, 2009
When Michelle Obama moved into the White House in January, America unknowingly welcomed its newest style star, but our FLOTUS is hardly the only fashion-conscious leading lady to grace the globe. From French-chic Carla Bruni to Syria’s natural beauty Asma al-Assad to Japan’s quirky Miyuki Hatoyama, the world has a lot [...]
[Read More]Fashion Feast in Autumn
Posted by Lucky on Dec 29, 2009
In golden October when all are fascinated with the great joy of celebrating China’s 60th birthday, we are welcoming the smooth opening of the 13th Ningbo International Fashion Festival.
By Nie Ting
Based on its abundant costume culture foundation and overwhelming superiority in garment industry, Ningbo International Fashion Festival has been held successively 12 times since 1997. [...]
Yearender: China’s love affair with luxury
Posted by Lucky on Dec 29, 2009
BEIJING, Dec. 29 (Xinhua) — Jane Shi strides into Beijing’s Lane Crawford Seasons Place shopping mall, dashes to one of the up-market shops, snatches a bag, glances at the price tag and drags out her wallet, as if she was in the supermarket.
However, the purchase today is a Balenciaga motorcycle [...]
Future of Korean Fashion in 2010
Posted by Lucky on Dec 28, 2009
If 2009 was any indication, then 2010 will be an exciting time for the Korean fashion industry.
The year saw Seoul stepping up its efforts to build its reputation as an haute couture capital with two successful Seoul Fashion Week events. Next year, local designers and companies are trying to become more [...]
