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Fashions New Fate

Global Spread

The Fashion world has received a couple setbacks this year due to the pandemic issued as Covid-19. In which the virus has affected over 3,232,061 individuals. Therefore, several individuals in the Fashion industry have been susceptible to the virus. Most importantly, the backbone of the Fashion Industry which is: Supply Chain Workers.  

This illustration depicts the sales affected by Covid-19.

Fashionomics:

Allow me to simplify how enterprises got into this unique situation.

Causes:

Global Pandemic has resulted in social and economic shutdown

Corporate Greed

Poor conditions

Effects:

Consumers are financially burdened with their personal expenses due to the pandemic they may not be able to afford to shop.

Workers can potentially be exposed to the virus which will result in a halt of reproduction of products.

Workers are being laid off due to slow productions. Additionally, wages are not being paid in full.

The customer service aspect been taken away from customers also hinders consumers to not shop resulting in less demand.

Retailers are shutting their doors around the world, encouraging their customers to shop online instead.

The numbers showcase how many manufacture workers are at risk of Covid-19.

A company’s top priority should be the backbone of its integral part of its success. Supply Chain workers are confronting many issues during this crucial time however, the main issue includes getting infected by the virus. Therefore, they must be protected as well as a companies interest. Allow me to map how the Fashion world should move forward in the interest of it’s consumer, workers, and global crisis.

Fashion’s New Reality: Post Covid-19 

There are three possibilities will occur in the Fashion world during this difficult time period: The Middle Case: Sustaining Fashion

Best Case: Fashion will ‘bounce back’

Middle Case: Fashion will return slowly and meanwhile will transition into sustainability

Worse Case: The model will be broken. When the industry recovers it will be different.  

Best Case: Large Fashion companies will survive and be able to return to normal recovering from a small loss.‘The article ‘Weaving a Better Future’ states ‘Brands with strong supply chain partnerships will be able to recover quickly as economies begin to rebound’ (p,10) This concludes the Best scenario for huge brands such as Nike, Adidas,Puma, and Target. 

Middle Case: After Covid 19, individuals are finding new ways to remain hygienic and to maintain a cleaner environment. Sustainability is becoming an integral part of post covid-19 . Therefore, Individuals are becoming more invested in finding new ways to adopt this sustainable lifestyle. Also, fashion leaders will reshape what it means to have a sustainable business, with a unified approach that integrates environmental, social, and purchasing considerations into core business practices, with the development of sustainable products as an area of innovation. 

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Researchers Kate Heiny Director, Sustainability, Zalando SE states 

 “Nine out of ten Generation Z consumers believe companies have a responsibility to address environmental and social issues. By committing to sustainability, we can secure our long-term growth, stay relevant to our customers, and establish market-leading differentiation against our competitors.” 

This highlights the world's pursuits in Sustainable Fashion as of now.

Examples:

For example, there are individuals who are developing stylish masks out of recycled material. Therefore, that serves as a Fashion trend of post Covid 19.

This will encourage the market to produce apparel made out of recycled materials hence pants, shirts, skirts, and PJ sets.

 Rick Ridgeway from the article ‘Weaving  a better future’ states on page 6 states “ The metrics we use to measure the health of our businesses should also include the health of our planet. All of us have to double-down on sustainability, reducing environmental impacts, and increasing social justice.” This will leader to a better quality of life by placing everybody’s health first.

Worse Case: Local boutiques and shops possibly won’t survive due to the rendering loss of profits and unwanted products. A huge economic shutdown will not be able to recover local business causing them to close down. As for retailer stores such as ‘Rainbow’, ‘Aldo’,’Footlocker’, and “H & M’ might suffer a loss and shutdown of their stores.

Conclusion:

Overall, Sustainability will continue paving the way in the Fashion world as it fulfills the needs of society. This is the best pick considering the state the world is in. This is a very much needed route that should be taken considering how sustainability provides a much cleaner atmosphere and an overall better solution for workers to continue their jobs without being at risk through bacteria and hazardous materials.

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Bride-ing In Style!

Bridal Guide:

Who doesn’t want to look phenomenal on their special day? Out of so many patterns, textures, and styles to choose from how can you find the right pick for you? Additionally, which designer dress fits your style? There are two important components to celebrating your special day one is to find the right dress that matches your styles and two is with a dress that’s also in style. Which trending designs are for you? Here we have marvelous designers that can perhaps give the picture perfect wedding dress all in the name of style!

Known to popular demand one of the highly requested styles of wedding gowns are those that consist of a straight across neckline (for a strapless option). The second most requested style of wedding gowns is the one that’s sweetheart. The sweetheart neckline has been used for decades in which it creates a top half of heart and accentuates the decolletage (Women’s cleavage as revealed by a low neckline). Fabric such a Silk and lace is also issued as extremely popular.

Wedding Dress Guide 101 :

Vera Simple: Vera Wang

(Bottom Right) She presents a beautifully White wedding dress a french Tulle Strapless soft A-line Gown with Woven criss-cross bodice and gathered skirt.

(Bottom Left)  A sweetheart neck with a criss crossed sheer fabric. The bottom half of the dress is secured with a thick soft like ribbon. In which the bottom of the dress is over flowed with a sheer chiffon fabric that flutters heavily.

(Top Right) Again a Sweetheart line dress with a thick like plum ribbon tied in a knot securing the torso. Dress extends swiftly with a sheer fabric on top under a silk like embroidery. 

(Top Left) A V-Neck line with a V neck Back. The Torso secured with an embroidered grey embellishment. Bottom half of the dress is a long heavy silk fabric that has multiple layers.

Simple, yet classy, and beautiful.

Laced Up : Naeem Khan 

(Bottom Right) A V Neck and a Lace detailing has presented a beautiful gown wrapped up all in lace. The veil is covered in all lace with embellishments.In addition, there is a lovely long sheer sleeves.

(Bottom Left) A Swoop line dress with a thick like strap that adds flair to this beautiful gown. The veil is sheer with an embroidered bottom.The delicate embroideries and hand-stitched veil offer a subtle take on the designer’s typically dazzling bridal wear.  

(Top Right) An elegant Ivory gown with a unique round lining in the front. A back with an off the shoulder swoop. Additionally, and embroidered tight piece squeezing the chest. The bottom of the dress flutters out it’s Chiffon curtain like fabric. Also, it should be noted that bottom of the dress contains a wavy bottom adding a soft look. 

(Top Left) This stunning dress in Ivory is a sweetheart gown mixed in a sheer long sleeve with silver embroidery. The bottom of the dress is straight silk/sheer bottom with designs straight across. 

 These dresses have an underlying theme modest and empowering gowns.

That’s so Classic : Jenny Peckham

Elegant and modesty is by far always trending when it comes to having a Wedding dress. 

(Top Left) This next dress is a classic and a timeless dress of ivory lace and silk with shoulder length lace sleeves. The bottom is simply straight down!

(Top Right):  The dress has purely beautiful embroidery and beading, which doesn’t need excessive jewelry or accessories. Who needs accessories when one’s chest is covered in beautifully silvery shiny fabric? It had a small V-Neck lining with the bottom being straight down.

(Bottom Left) A very Pretty Spaghetti Strap dress with a deep V Neck! Also, the whole dress is designed with pretty silver detailing. 

(Bottom Right) It has a flattering  neck line with an elegant low back and a slight train. The Pink dress has an pretty short shoulder detailing with an embroidered v neck.

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Staying Fit & Fab: Quarantine Edition

Have yet to Fit your style in your daily workout routine?Have you been feeling weary, tired, and not motivated enough? Can’t seem to stay fit? Feeling your best requires you to look your best! There’s no better way than to stay active while remaining in style. Times are hard. I'm sure we can all agree! However, during these difficult moments we can use the time to work on ourselves! Whether it’s self care or taking care of your physique! Here’s a perfect guide to look your best while achieving your fitness goals: 

First things first Adidas girls are the realest!

When comes Fashion comes comfort therefore,  the Adidas T-Shirt in Black sets the foundation to your workouts and style. This is typically accompanied by ‘Dart Trefoil Latch Snapback’ and Adidas pants in ‘Black’. This Windbreaker comes in handy with its ‘Black and White Track Jacket!

Drip ‘N Sweat

If it’s getting a little chilly or if you are looking to get an extra kick in your workout by sweating out all the toxins then style your fit by using a Tommy Hilfiger ‘Crop Hoodie’ in White. One must not forget about the chunky white shoes! Lastly, throw a Tommy hat on and voila!

Fit in Target to your daily workout routine! Target will be  your new best friend because it includes the perfect tools to get you started! Such as ‘Yoga Mats’ in the color White !These Mats add to the overall aesthetic of fitness wear. One can style with an all White tracksuit from Adidas.

Gym Shark I believe is one of those brands whose clothes look great on anyone! A Gym shark outfit in all blue Sports Bra and leggings look fresh! Placing your hair in a ponytail while putting your airpods leave you time to focus. White Nike shoes also go well with almost any workout outfit!

Gym Shark Long crop tops paired with leggings in Grey are a must to create a comfy workout at home. I believe in layers therefore, adding a crop hoodie will add to the flair of it all. 

Grey Windbreakers Jackets with Grey paired shorts are also a must have! Especially in brands like Nike, GymShark, and Adidas. Don’t forget to tune in with your beats! Colors such as Black, White, and Grey are perfect for keeping your outfits simple yet stylish!

Also, pairing an outfit with an apple watch can bring ones style to life and its perfect if you want timed workouts! This approach looks good and incentives you to execute your workouts the proper way!  

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The Covid-19 Impact on Fashion, Beauty, and Industries.

I’ll be covering how the current Global pandemic has taken a toll on the Fashion Industry. Let’s start with the most obvious impact it has had on stores which are businesses being mandated to close. 

The local government had ordered all franchises and enterprises to be closed in order to prevent as much human interaction to further prevent individuals from being affected. The prohibition of social gatherings has slowed down commerce. Therefore, stores have had to rely on e-commerce to generate profit that’ll be able to fund the costs of their store. Limited options have created drastic measures that stores have to take to continue to generate capital. With these series of issues stock became affected as well. It states in the article  ‘How the Coronavirus Is Impacting the Fashion, Beauty and Retail Industries From store closures to event cancellations, a rundown of how the industry is coping with COVID-19’ that the stock market has experienced significant declines for the last few weeks as COVID-19 rapidly spreads across the globe’ (Page 3). The decline in stocks is increasing daily for example, places like Nordstrom were down 17 percent which converts to a loss of $17.93 and Tapestry Inc has suffered a loss of 19.3 percent which is $13.10. 

   A lot of businesses that were about to open have been closed in order to provide safety for the community. Enterprises that contain a multitude of Fashion Stores will also lose tremendous profit that might drive a permanent shutdown. Certain enterprises may not be able to recover from a crisis like this. Malls are a great example of a business that contains plenty of Fashion Store that will need tremendous help coming up with capital.  In the article, it states ‘Influencers powerfully drive online sales and will prove a key component as brick-and-mortar stores and malls temporarily close for foot traffic during this social distancing period, as well as shutter their retail doors permanently’. There is a mall Called ‘American Dream’ in New Jersey that has yet to celebrate their grand opening however, due to the current state that we are in, whose not to say that it’s possible that they might close down for good. Not to mention, in store sales will be lost and instead will be via online. In addition, there may or may not even be store discounts considering that businesses have to make up for the loss of their in store profit. Only time will tell for businesses that have yet to open.

Moving on to my next point, of how the global pandemic has affected stores from remaining in business is that there will be profit lost. Simply because, the physical marketing aspect that is essential to keeping a business from continuing will be lost. Since customers can’t physically go into stores they have to depend on viewing new products via online. Consumers wont recieve that customer service aspect anymore that influences many customers to purchase. In addition, Ads, and new products can’t be physically seen anymore which takes away the incentive to purchase any item because many customers prefer to shop in person. Also, any self serving fashion show whose purpose is to showcase apparel to incentive consumers to buy is postponed due to the pandemic. Which brings me to my next point of how there were disruptions in the Fashion Industry where events were canceled. Since Covid-19 has affected the birthplace of Fashion: Italy. The article states ‘COVID-19 hit Italy in the midst of Milan Fashion Week in late February, causing a number of designs  including Giorgio Armani, who barred a public audience to view his fall 2020 runway show to rethink their show formats’. The virus has basically proposed the domino theory in the Fashion world because it’s called for the cancellation of shows in 2021 from designers like Versace, Dior, Prada, Max Mara, Armani, and Chanel. These high profile events are the foundation of producing capital therefore, these cancellation will serve as a great impact in losing consumers. The transition from having in person events to via online events will be greatly difficult. Face to face Interacting is highly valued as opposed to video chatting considering how some individuals aren’t as tech savvy.

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Fashion, Class, and the City

                Finding a TV Fashion Icon was easy considering this particular character has been know to be an inspiration in the birthplace of Fashion: New York City. I'm pleased to pick the very fashionable yet underrated  ‘Carrie Bradshaw’ from  “Sex and The City”. 

About:

Watching the Series makes me emphasize how history often repeats itself such as Fashion trends. Many prints seen on the show such as colorful print, square textiles, polka dots, and collared shirts are very much used today. Below, we have a few style picks that showcase it’s connection to today’s Fashion.The show’s setting is during the year of 1968 based in the City (otherwise known as New York). It’s evident that this show was way ahead of its time considering that all these types of prints are still used in the current year of 2020. Bradshaw owns her own apartment in NYC in where she works for a Newspaper. She navigates the world with her friends and Fashion by her side.

Top 3 Reasons why She is Still a Fashion Icon:  

1. She’s not afraid to show skin even in one of the coldest seasons of them all “Winter’!.

2. She wore Sweat with Pumps and rocked it! 

3. She wears colorful bold outfits that attract the eye!

Bradshaw is not afraid to be colorful! She’s clearly not even afraid to wear a rainbow of colors!

Bradshaw is styled in a long Black and Gold dress with a Grey Cardigan! Also, she’s pairing it with classic pumps and sexy long socks!

Fashion Relevancy: 

The audience of Millennials still resonate with her today because her Fashion choices are seen through her lifestyle choices which creates relevancy. How many times have you worn an outfits that showcase your mood? That’s Carrie Bradshaw almost overtime! When she went a small walk with her boyfriends Dog she wore a very poised yet simple outfit. Or when she stayed over her boyfriends house she wore his T-shirt with a Belt  strapped on the mid-waist. She has almost every outfit for the occasion and or mood. She even wore a Tutu outside in the middle of NYC. Who else expresses their individuality so willfully? Definitely, Carrie Bradshaw! Watch below some of her bold outfits that include the tutu she wore for the trailer of Sex and The City. 

Success meets ‘Cultural Intermediary’

Bradshaw belongs typically to the upperclass. Her image is circulated around the elite due to the establishment of her network. Part of the reason why she’s a TV Icon comes with her high reputation.Her Fashion choices are expensive pieces that distinguish her from others. Resulting, in her class being responsible for her fame and popularity. In the article ‘Fashion Celebrity: Class,Taste making and Cultural Intermediaries’ it argues that there is a common theme within popular Fashion TV Icons. They tend to exemplify a ‘Cultural Intermediary’ which means to to sell a style that everyone doesn’t have access to. This marks their style by making it distinct. This ties to the point of Carrie Bradshow serving  as a ‘Cultural Intermediary’.  In the text it states ‘While the term Cultural Intermediary has been deployed in a myriad of ways I return to seek and expand  Bordieu’s definition that is a Cultural Intermediary engages in ‘occupations involving presentation and representation (sales/marketing)” (109). The statement translate as Bradshaw being able to achieve her Fashion-icon Status through marketing herself in the Fashion Industry. She markets herself through her image and style. Her style alleviates her to the icon she is today. Only because her class paves the way for her to be known. Then again on page 110 it states ‘However Jermyn (2006) argues that Parker's television role in Carrie Bradshaw was vital in elevating her status”. This exemplifies Bradshaws transition from the Carrie Diaries to Sex and The City. We see the elevation in social classes like middle to upper class. This sets the foundation for her to have been able achieve the title of a Fashion TV Icon. Versus any character that pertains to a lower class won’t reach the same level of sucess.

The Tutu Bradshaw wore in the middle of New York City!

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Blog #7 - The Kairos Challenge - Political Fashion

Political Fashion paved its way for Modern Fashion

Let’s talk about Denim and its integral part in today's Fashion. Both Men and Women wear Fashion making the piece unisex. From Jeans, to Denim shirts, skirts, and jackets. Denim is officially universal. It has been created since the 1850s and has gained popularity after World War 2 in 1939. This marks the start of its political career. Denim has begun to be worn by Rosie Riveter, the staple of the Women’s movement during the 1940s.  

This picture aims to represent some of the first Women to join the workforce. The photo provides a message of Women being strong and being able to execute the same jobs as Men. It reinforces the idea of strong Women. Also, looking into the photo I dig a deeper meaning that to me it translates as Men wear Jeans in which Women can too. They too can participate in Men Masculinity. The Denim in the photo is precisely called a Denim collared shirt, which is still popular today. The item is collared up with rolled sleeves which side note is also a trend. The rolled sleeve adds to a more casual look. This translates to today’s modern Fashion. Often times it's replicated for Halloween or used in one’s everyday look. It’s nicely paired with Denim over Denim and with a red hair tie.  

In the third photo, you see a Woman pairing her Denim collared shirt with White jeans which is also another look that looks nicely paired when together. Denim says ‘Women can do it as well as anyone!’ 

The Women’s movement helped birth many other social issues as Equal Pay also known as The Gender Pay Gap. Below you have a Woman holding the sign ‘Equal Pay NOW!’. What sparks my interest is the foretelling of the Fashion the photo gives off. The Woman is wearing an elegant pea coat with Fur on the collar and she’s paired it with fitted leather gloves. Winter of 2020 many popular stores like Macy, Guess, Michael Kors, and etc are selling the exact same Winter Coat. The fitted gloves as well were a recent purchase of mine which sets an outfit eloquently must I say.

The fight for Equal Opportunities still continues with Women protesting in a stylish manner proving that they aren’t less as a Man and should be treated fairly in the workplace. The Women holding the ‘Demand Equal Pay for Equal work’. All those Women have in common what Women now wear which are Pencil Skirts. Some of the Skirts I notice are made of leather, Jeans, wool, and cloth.  It’s truly astonishing seeing the resemblance in today’s world. Lastly, we can’t forget about how the Skirts are paired with strapped shoes, and closed shoes. How they pair these items is how one would pair them today. There classiness and elegancy represents how Women should be viewed modestly. Also, how they shouldn’t be treated by what they wear and what their gender is but as human being who deserves equal rights.

During the 1960s -1970s The movement that rose trying to  create peace among the Vietnam War. Although very controversial, one of the many protesters were what they considered ‘Hippies’. The Vietnam War led many ‘Hippies’ to protest against these social wars but in style. Here we have a picture many of you might recognize with the infamous ‘Jimmi Hendrix’. Jimmy’s rocking the fringe in the color White with Blue adornments. Which I must say Fringe is very much used today in dresses, shirs, Jean Jackets, shorts, and etc. Another important piece that Hendrix happens to be wearing is what they call Bohemian pants they are tight at the top and open wide at the bottom. These Fashion pieces were way ahead of its time because these pieces are used today. Also, while at the same time giving off a political statement that they signify peace during these times at war.

Accompanied by the glasses here we also have the legend himself John Lennon below wearing a trendy Jean Jacket with added designs in the color Red. He paired the Jacket with what looks like a Octogonal Hat which is frequently used today. May I add this particular Hat actually had just come back in style.  I’m actually obsessed! I have one to many of these hats. John Lennon is giving off the impression of ‘Power to the people’ and makes it known through his pieces that he belongs to the ‘Hippie community’ in which they perpetuate ‘Love not War’.

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En la Calle: Billie Jean

On the street we spot Billie jean! We spot many individuals wearing Jean in many versatile ways. I believe Jeans is the ultimate street style which captures a casual look.Jean can be used as a jacket, or overalls, and more importantly for everday use as just jeans. Jeans are awesome because since there unisex it creates more opporutnites for it to be used as frequently.  

In this picture we get to see who Jean can be useal as jacket and this contains a fur collar making the look overall really unique. This man is styling this jean jacket faboulously since his matching with patterns and different style. He’s matching it very nicely with a brown turtleneck which overall gives a neutral tone from the embelished collar. Since the bottoms are matched with a checkered simple pattern if it coincides nicely with jacket. The beanie on his head also tops the overal look making it most definitely casual.

This outfit I think marks the true definition of streetstyle!  This great potrayal shows Jeans dress with a plaid shirt which I think has been a staple in Fashion since forever. Especially, since the red plaid shirt is so common for many others to have in their closet. I believe everyone contains at least the plaid and Jeans in their closet which makes it important. Also, the simple grey t-shirt under the plaid shirt adds to how casual it is.

The last oufit is also very amazing because who doesn’t love stripes? Stripes paired with Jean goes incredibly smooth without trying very hard.

This is a perfect picture considering the fact this is how to truly style Jeans because it's being used as a Jean Jacket. Also, I believe the Jean jacket on white pants or on jean is also very much trending and casual at the same time.

This is a very casual outfit however, it's an outfit almost every American has worn on a regular day. I feel like this is a very much realistic approach to how individuals wear. She’s also wearing a cardigan which I think signifcantly captures the casualty of the outfit and jeans are usually portrayed.

If you look really closely this outfit contains white shorts made out of jean which I think is also important to include because it matters. Jeans aren’t always blue but if not different colors such as white, pink, yellow, orange, and etc. White can be paired with anything so these short jeans can most likely top and outfit. Also, these white short jeans can be used to make a simple and very outgoing outfit as well.

This next outfit is styled greatly because it shows off more of a sportwear action in which its paired with a jersey and jean jacket after. It’s a very Summer look. Not to mention how it’s jean over Jean which sets to mark a different trend. I love Jean over Jean because it’s a style that many think doesn’t work well but it actually does. Only very few people can rock it.

This next outfit is so great because it’s paired with a very flutterly girl collared shirt. Jeans and a red lip should always be re-created by gals. It goes so well and it’s not over done!

I love this outfit because it’s casual but cute: a white bandeau paired with jeans and a sport beanie demosntrates how you can be cute, relaxed, and stylish.

This other oufit again depicts a jean jacket but paired with a very nice hoodie!  

Laslty, this next outfit is a very cute sweater paired with a nice jean skirt. This is an ultimate girly outfit that is extremely pretty and stylish.

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5 Style Classic that are trending!

First and foremost, I want to reiterate the purpose of my blog which is ‘How to ensure your OOTDS are trending’. This will ultimately come together nicely simply because my theme today circles around the top 5 style classic, The first one will be ‘Skinny Jeans’. I choose this classic because Jeans have been instilled for centuries. However, the great aspect of jeans is that it includes different styles such as high waisted, ripped jeans, mom jeans, and low cut jeans. One can be able to diversify the way they use Jeans which is why they are so popular and they continue to strive. One can use jeans to dress down but to also dress up as well.

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The second classic I say has to be is Flannels because there are many women and men who use this piece freely on a casual day or a special one. Also, at certain workplaces they make flannels apart of the uniform in restaurants, or when it comes to construction as well. Therefore, it’s used as a staple in this society.  

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The third classic style I’d say is floral print. With Spring right around the corner and any other season after that. I can affirm that at least one lady has a piece of floral in her wardrobe because of how neutral it is. Apart from that floral prints can quickly jump into a neutral piece that’s used for everyday wear. In addition, I believe all Women of all ages can rock floral print because it gives both a youthful and mature look. Also, I believe Men wear an interesting print of Floral as well. This can be a band t-shirt such as ‘Guns and Roses’ where there are prints of a Rose that symbolize the band. Although, there may be a small amount of Men who waer Floral Print it can be unisex due to certain T-shirt styles.

The fourth Style Classic is wearing leather! Leather is such an important piece in the Fashion Industry and I have never seen not one show without the inclusion of Leather in runways, streetstyle, and etc. Whether it's real or not I do believe it is used as a major tool in everyday life. I have so many leather pieces that come in a variety of styles btw. Such as a leather jacket, leather pants, leather top, and leather hat.  

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The fifth style classic definitely has to be a ‘checkered’ print. This type of print is found in pants and believe it or not blazers. It’s typically used for a dressing up occasion.

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Blog #5 - Ny Fashion Week Trends

NYFW PHOTO

On today’s blog we will be capturing Trends that appeared throughout New York’s Fashion Week! 

Let’s talk about what makes a trend. A trend is defined as a certain style in Fashion used consecutively over time. There are a myriad of trends set by trendsetters and designer all across the nation. NYFW top designer often bring out new trends. 

The first trend the blog will touch upon is Leather! Leather has been displayed for centuries. Therefore, it paves the way until today’s Fashion world and had made its way to NYFW. 

PHOTO OF LEATHER

Fall Fashion of 2020 : It’s Better When it’s Leather! 

1. Fashion Trend: Cutouts

Here we have four individuals names as Brandon Maxwell, Dion Lee, Khaite, Hrabal Gurung (Starting left). This current Fashion trend is making waves in the Fashion Industry. Theses cut out pieces are perfect for the Spring since they put out a little skin while rocking a long sleeve. I also believe that cutout pieces sheer in a little sexiness.

2. Fashion Trend: Vibrant Colors 

The designs were covered from Carolina Herrera, Marc Jacobs, Jason Wu Collection, Sally LaPointe WWD/Shutterstock. (Starting left).  

Here we have the most epic style collects of women displaying so many vibrant colors on each piece. We have colors such as a vibrant neon pink and neon yellow. In addition, he has a vibrant red mixed with pink and red. I believe these colors are perfect for the Spring! These colors are mean to dominate the Spring and give an overall warmer look. These pieces are meant to also re-create an exotic look.

3. Fashion Trend: Meets Punk  

Starting from the left the clothes are marked Monse, R13, Jonathan Cohen  WWD/Shutterstock.  These few fashion pieces are clearly displaying a checkered pattern that has submerged under the Fashion trend better known as punk. I believe that this marked the Punk era in which Nirvana had formed under the early 200s and late 1900s. I also think that Black is hard core Fashion trend that falls under Punk topic. The flower print in the middle picture is perfectly showing how it is another staple in the Punk field because it almost gives a very rock and roll look. Also the laced shoes from the picture to the left perfectly demonstrates how many individuals who rock the punk era. 

4. Fashion Trend : #Crotchet 

The model is displaying Jonathan Simkhai's mid-dress in a light baby blue. The dress has matching sweater in which it is paired with double crossed small heel. I noticed the mid-dress has a couple of openings in a criss cross design that gives it a layout with the same patterns. The dress also has a v neck opening in the upper chest area. 

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Blog #4 - NY Fashion Week Review #2

First and foremost, I am thrilled to announce how many old trends and new trends I saw during the show. We will be discussing several pieces that stood out during NYFW! In addition, we will be discussing stylish trends spotted in NYFW!

NYFW Stylepieces

Blazers

Cutouts

Green  

Trend #1 Blazer -Blazed up (Designer-Prabal Gurung)

As we all know Blazers have been used for decades in the Fashion world. Oftentimes, it’s used in a very professional setting and in casual settings. Jeans with a Blazer and pumps set a causal tone. However, in this case we have an upmost professional, and classy, way of styling this outfit in particular. 

A sleek pantsuit with black accents opened the Prabal Gurung runway. 

The Black and White suit give it an extremely classy yet timeless look!

It’s an all White suit with Black lining on the side of the Pants

Thoughts: 

There is nothing about this look that should be altered! This look fits the overall theme of NYFW with its sophistication! The colors both Black and White have been used together as a color combo frequently in many Fashion looks! It’s almost a sin to not mesh these solid colors together!

The special hero piece at Coach was a white blazer styled on top of layered pastels redefining Fashion. (Designer Jil Sander)

Thoughts:

The top White Blazer is absolutely in style! It’s worn in almost every professional setting ever! 

I feel as though the colors are clashing a bit considering how the under shirt in baby Pink was thrown in there. 

Also, the yellow doesn’t look appealing because it clashes with the Hat.  The two distinct ‘Yellows’ aren’t paired correctly.

However, the tied laced up shoes do match really well with the purse topping it off in a casual manner. 

This has to be one of my favorite looks! Due to how elegant and classy it looks! Designer ( Dion Lee)

It includes: 

Long Ivory cream pants in a Silky material. 

Tan-Brown pointy low cute boots.

Ivory cream Blazer with a unique two-layer collar. 

Beautifully designed earrings with colors Gold, and Ivory combined together.

The look is topped off with a Ivory knitted Hat. 

Thoughts:

This look is beautiful considering how classic it is. The Ivory gives it a Fresh, very polished, and clean look. However, the Hat should have been styled differently since it clashes with the elegance of the outfit. Perhaps an Ivory Fedora would better suit. 

Trend #2 Greened Out 

On the ‘Big Green’ -Brandon Maxwell explored elegant separates in shades from sage to chartreuse.  

This piece includes:

Beautiful Earthy Green Jacket with sleeves cuffed

Velvet Grey Pants paired with an Earthy Green Belt 

Black leather Chelsea Boots 

Grey buttoned up Collared Shirt

Earthy Green knitted hat

Thoughts:

A marvelous outfit arranged with two unique colors Grey and Green. It’s extremely casual but eccentric at the same time. The look is great and it sells due to its ability to be a piece that’s conventional. I definitely rate it five stars considering how each piece is uniquely paired together. The Green makes the outfit pop out while the Grey giving it a subtle touch.

Trend #3 Sexy Cutouts

This piece was Designed by Prabal Gurung!  

To start with this first model she’s wearing a short sleeve, and a Black long dress with a square shape neckline.  

The cutouts are elegantly engraved showcasing a Silver embellishment.

The Black Satin Ruffle at the bottom of the dress adds a softer look to it!

The piece is topped off with high White Platform boots - great choice!

Perhaps, it might be a good opportunity to embrace a visible cutout!

Overall, elegant, classy, and beautiful! 

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Blog #3 - NY Fashion Week Review #1

In today’s blog we will be covering NY’s Fashion Week of 2020. The best trends issued in NYFW were covered in it’s Fall Season. We’ll be covering trends from the show, top designers, important pieces, and not so stylish pieces. 

NYFW Highlights

A diverse set of models  displayed a couple trends that I spotted: Cutout, Puff, and All Black.

Multiple sets of trends in patterns such as plaid, punk, fringe and etc.

Miley Cyrus Models in Marc Jacobs’ Fall Collection

Cyrus was modeling a black bra like top, matching trousers and a zebra-print coat, marking her New York Fashion Week Fall 2020 runway debut. 

Hallmark of Trends 

Trend #1 Puff - A Glamorous Evening

The dress is designed by the twenty six year old designer Christopher John  Rogers who has dressed celebrities such as Cardi B, Michelle Obama, and Lizzo. As you can see from the illustration on how extravagant the dress is its entailed with a plaid detailing.This has a distinctive and fantastical design, the young designer delivered drama. By, providing energetic, and often extra clothing.The color Fuchsia also gives off a very energized look that makes it pop out. Not to mention how it was topped off by the model’s beautiful hair adding to the extravagancy.

Thoughts: 

This is a gorgeous look that emphasizes diversity and elegance!

The pop of color Fuchsia was a great choice showcasing vibrancy.

The ruffles by the neckline and at the bottom of the sleeves seal the look in a classy manner!

The look is remarkable due to how different it is! There shouldn’t be anything added nor changed to it!

This model rocks the‘Puff’ design in all Blue! 

The designer Area's had developed a showstopper piece in which a blue heart-shaped gown is beat down the runway! This piece is stunningly construed with Stilettos that are light blue including a small design at the point of heel. The piece is considered another ‘Puff’ due to how extravagant it is.The sequence of the piece is wrapped in all metallic Blue with lines that add texture straight down. A unique piece for a unique model! 

Thoughts: 

The shoes are beautiful however, it should be a shade darker to balance  the overall piece. 

Stunning piece! Would not change the top piece.

Small sets of earrings in an ivory color could have been used to top it off!

Puff, Puff, and Away

This piece is certainly trending considering how Puff Jackets are very much in style especially for the Fall going into Winter.

The Shoes in Blue, Grey, and Black give it a regular look ensuring a relaxed vibe.

The accessory of the White oversized glasses also add to the Nerdy look.

This piece exemplifies simplicity!

The Designer Priscavera met the vibe of nerdy meets streetwear. 

Thoughts:

This outfit definitely represents what it means to be stylish and casual. The colors are not as coordinated as it should be. However, the glasses do a great job at sealing the deal. There are just several pieces that should have been duped such as the shoes and the lace dress. It doesn’t add flavor to the look!

Trend #2 Plaid- Plaid the Fifth 

This beautiful two piece consists of a blazer and a long draped skirt! It’s paired with White Stockings and a Plaid design. The gorgeous pink earrings shaped as a Rose makes the colors vibrate. Also, the White Sheer Collar shirt matches the set. It was designed by Claudia Li's in which she concentrates on the pink plaid.This look was styled with socks and cheeky Teva sandals. This look is very pretty considering how girly it is. The pink is what brings the outfit together giving it a very feminine look to it. Overall, Claudia Li did a fabulous job must I say! 

Thoughts: 

This piece matched very well together! The set was very color coordinated and the patterns go well together. One of the most stylish pieces of NYFW was this look considering how both colors Pink and White go hand in hand. This piece is unforgettable making it very trendy!

Designer Jonathan Cohen topped plaid skirts with a bow and a poppy adorned cute knit sweater.

 The breathtaking model Lineisy Montego rocks her knit sweater with unique platform shoes.

Her platform shoes are paired with mid length Grey socks that give the look a very relaxed soft punk vibe.

Thoughts: 

This piece does a good job at emulating a Punk and Grudge theme. This gives off a ‘Fall back to School Look’.  The Platform shoes serve as the icing on the cake for the look considering how Grunge it is. The shoes are Black with some coloring detail in them! It perfectly brings out the red flowers.

Trend #3 Knit

Knit was dominating during NYFW.

The designer Priscavera, had the ribbed fabric spliced, layered and color blocked.

The White chunky shoes give the look a subtle touch to all the eccentric colors. 

Knit is very much in style especially because of the weather. This shows that colors such as ‘Green’ can be used perfectly for the Fall. 

Thoughts: 

The overall piece is divine. However, it’s too obscene! Perhaps, if it was closed in the open spaces then it would be a relatable piece. The chunky White shoes are a perfect addition to the look as well the ‘White’ socks that accompany them.  

Cute, Casual, and Cool!

This is a perfect casual look that is a hallmark of Fall Fashion!

She’s wearing a large Ivory oversized sweater that is very much used in the Fall!

The V-neck adds versatility to the Sweater!

Also, I notice that under the Sweater she’s has a sheer Black piece of fabric giving it a dark touch. Perfect for the Fall!

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Yay&Nay: Oscars Edition

Scarlet Johansson 

This dress was a custom made ‘Oscar De la Renta’ drape fringe gown in color Champagne mixed with gold. It has a swoop neck with silvery pattern of glitter. With a silk rest half of bottom . She paired her dress with beautiful silvery jewled earrings. I’d this say this was a very class elegant look that wasn’t very daring however, it’s beauty is showcased in it’s simplicity. Overall, I’d say ‘Yay’. 

Janelle Monae 

Janelle has worn a Ralph Lauren gown that contains over forty eight thousand zovky crystals. It was hand embroidered with tons of shimmer. She is carrying a veil like with tons of the zovsky crystals all over and it swoops over her neck. The gown is tremendously long and heavy. It’s a gown that is very elegant and conservative because it seems to cover most of her body. This look is gorgeous yet classy at the same time. She looks a like total princess with the amount of crystals she’s carrying. One of the best looks! Definitely-a pass!  

Natalie Portman 

Natalie Portman had worn a cape made by ‘Dior. The cape is a black color that locates outside of her shoulder. While on the inside it is a lace black and gold stitch with a gold type rope around her torso. The outfits extends all the way to her feet in a skirt life outfit with the same mix of Black and Gold. Personally, Natalie Portman looks great in anything which is why she rocked it however, this outfit did not make the cut so I give it a ‘Nay’.   

Billy Porter

He risked it all when his outfit included 24k Gold feathers. He wore a custom Giled Deacon Couture and a ballgown skirt with a tapestry print with Jimmy Choo boots. That outfits has got to be one of the most bold ones. It did fail to make the cut as well due to how the outfits did not match the event at all. SO it is a - Nay. 

Salma Haylek

She was dressed in all white in a off shoulder dress with one strap on one side while carrying a silver reef accessory with her hair in a bun. Her gown was by Gucci and it was a tad long. She got named one of the best dressed and so far I agree.  

Billie Eilish 

Eilish stepped in a Chanel suit in white. Her suit carried a collared and is  buttoned down. She carries matching white pants with Chanel signs all over. It was cute but just not it overall, it is a NAY!

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Trending OOTDs: The Fabric of my Fashion identity.

Fashion: Defining it’s purpose

It’s typically defined as a popular trend, aesthetic, and a form of expression. Fashion serves to distinguish individuals through a variety of colors, patterns, and fabrics.

What Fashion Means to Me: Finding your voice

Fashion to me is stitched upon my identity.  Fashion is used as a form to express myself, my boldness, and hidden messages. Within those hidden messages sometimes they carry political statements and sometimes they don’t.  This quote below sums the essence of the overall blog!

Capturing style through Individuality: Mix N Match

One finds their voice through upholding certain Fashion values which include being risky, bold, edgy, and Chic. Additionally, risky pieces that include a much rather tight fit with silver embellishments. Any piece that attracts the eye by being shiny or containing crystal clear rhinestones. 

Fashion Values :

Risky

Bold

Edgy

Chic

Classy, Boujee, and Stylish!

Risky pieces are my best friends! These are used vicariously throughout moments when I’m feeling extra bold. Connecting the world to a few of my favorite pieces are ways used to pass the time. Centering my audience to ensure their ‘Outfit of the Days’ are constantly trending is what motivates me to pursue my career in Fashion. For example,the photo on the bottom right is one of my go to outfits because I like how Leather and Plaid create a chic look!

Suggestions, recommendations, advice is a part of my job as a virtual stylist. Capturing a timeline of Fashionable trends from ages ago until the current year is what increases my knowledge on Fashion!

Additionally, figuring out what to wear for a professional event is key to staying on top of your style game! However, most importantly staying true to one’s self is the key to individuality. This is what needs to be emphasized. Fashion should encourage you to try new styles and trends without having you to lose yourself. Resources such as the internet and the media will be used as a tool to help you boost you Fashion game.

GOALS:

My blogs focus includes what is being worn on a regular basis and what’s the purpose behind an outfit one is wearing. 

Is the particular piece special to you?

Is the piece one that was out of style and is now back in?

Or is it a piece you stored away in your closet and decided to wear it now? 

What sparks you to wear an outfit out of your comfort zone?

Have you found your style?

The purpose behind fashion is ensuring that it matches one’s identity.  What makes me look forward to a regular day is coming up with a OOTD. Therefore, the objective is to explore the inspiration of an outfit of the day and whether or not your outfit is trending. However, most importantly making sure that your style is an accurate representation of who YOU are. 

One can do that through the following ways. 

1. Wearing a piece that is your favorite color. 

2. Wearing a piece that fits in with both your mood and the location setting. 

3. Going with a piece that is typically worn on a casual outing. 

4. Making sure whatever you wear is comfy.