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Ashley Graham Covers Harper’s Bazaar July 2017

June 24, 2017 By in Magazine Covers Tags: , , , , , , , , , , 10 Comments

Hey peeps! A new day, a new magazine cover. Today’s cover is all about the latest issue of Harper’s Bazaar, and Ashley Gralam is slaying on the cover.

I really like this magazine cover. It is a great shot and that beautiful smile is sure to attract thousands if not millions of eyeballs on the newsstands. I can’t wait to see it in flesh.

Ashley Gralam kind of looks like Eva Mendes on this magazine cover. I had to take another look to confirm it was really Ashley Gralam, and I am sure I am not the only one that would think that. Do you think both ladies look alike? I think they do.

 

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On this cover, Ashley Graham wears coat by Marina Rinaldi, earrings her own. It was photographed by Alexi Lubomirski for Harper’s Bazaar. 

I am a fan of anything Ashley Graham. I think she is a phenomenon woman and astonishing beauty. And I truly admire her.

Ashley Graham prefers to call herself a body activist, rather than a plus-size model – but labels are less important than her bold confidence and voluptuous curves, along with her campaigning message of female empowerment, self-acceptance and the compelling beauty of diversity.

 

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On the subscriber’s cover, Ashley wears shirt by Marina Rinaldi, shorts by Good American, earrings her own. This is also photographed by Alexi Lubomirski.

One thing I really admire about Ashley is her carriage. I think she carries herself really well. She is the definition of a strong, beautiful and body confident woman.

Graham is a size 18, and proud of it. “I love my body,” she says. “When I look in the mirror, I see a woman who is strong and ambitious, satisfied with who she is,” she says.

This Harper’s Bazaar July issue is now available on the newsstands. Have you read it? Will you be reading it?

Do sound off in the comments section below. Thanks for reading. Have a lovely weekend.

Is Fashion Turning to Craft

June 18, 2017 By in Fashion Tags: , , , , , , , , , 32 Comments

I’ve always seen fashion as a reflection of your sense of what you term beautiful.

 

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All of the greatest fashion designers who have ever lived on the face of this earth created each piece of clothing with the inspiration that came from events that happened, people they’ve met or places they have been to. They used their talent to paint a picture of a man or woman with personality and character. Fashion designers spoke through the clothes they create.

But where does it all come from?

Everyday you wake up in the morning and mix and match your clothes together just to find the right ensemble to make you feel confident enough to step out of your house and start a new day. Who doesn’t want to look good, right?

But the more I studied the fashion industry and the dynamics behind it, I started to realize that there’s more depth to just putting items of clothing together.

 

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Have you ever sat down to listen to what fashion commentators say about a fashion designer once their models have left the runway? They analyze every single piece, touching different aspects of it from the colour palette the designer used, the clever cutting, the genius behind their choice of fabric and even the mood the pieces vibrate.

There are even blogs nowadays where people give their own comments on the latest fashion. Whenever I make my Outfit Posts, I also drop my own perception of the outfit I chose to wear for the day. In a nutshell, everything that comes with your outfit has its meaning and defines your style.

Fashion stylists have a special place in the fashion industry. They know exactly how to put together the right items to create the desired effect. For example, there are some clothes that can either flatter your assets or hide them from view. There are also outfits that can make you look taller, shorter, fatter, or slimmer than you naturally are.

 

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We would say that such people know the laws behind optical illusions, but they know their craft. They know the weight of the effect clothes can have on your style and the way people perceive you.

We’re slowly moving towards an age where nothing goes to chance or mere guessing anymore. There are angles, dimensions, rules, laws, perceptions, theories and history behind fashion now. People no longer observe fashion and let it just simply slide by. People study fashion and everything associated with it.

A stitch, cut or trimming can alter the balance of your style. If you choose the wrong outfit in the wrong season or you feel you could carry over an item of clothing, you need to think carefully about it. You need to be precise with fashion.

Does this mean that just because fashion is a craft no one else can get it right? Absolutely not! Fashion is also born from inspiration. You may experience a spark that will unleash your most magnificent style. There’s really no limit to how far you can go.

What are your thoughts on this? Do you think fashion is a craft?

Stitched Up with this Season’s Embroidered Jeans

May 26, 2017 By in Fashion Tags: , , , , , , , , , , 25 Comments

Every season, new trends emerge that take the fashion industry by storm, and sometimes they are trends that your clothing collection simply can’t live without. With new designs continuously coming into the spotlight, such as the recent choker craze, you might find that some new styles are here to stay. So, to ensure you don’t miss out on this season’s hype, you might want to update your clothing collection with the next big thing; embroidered jeans.

 

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Denim is a classic element of any clothing collection; the staple material that can work across a number of garments including jeans, jackets and shorts. Jeans in particular have certainly seen their fair share of transformation over the years, including boyfriend jeans and flares, and it’s safe to say that each clothing collection has its own core set of denim to offer. With all things retro coming back into fashion, it’s no surprise that this season’s denim features embroidery reminiscent of the 90s. Thankfully though, this time around embroidered jeans are a little more sophisticated.

New approach to embroidery

What was once cool, then not-so-much, is well and truly back in fashion. Embroidered clothing has taken on a new approach; ditching the butterflies and stars of years gone by, and instead favouring elaborate and detailed patterns such as floral.

Adding character to your clothing collection, embroidery may quickly become the new essential thanks to its creative take on fashion. Whether it’s bold or subtle, embroidery can be the focal point of any ensemble. So, where do embroidered jeans fit into your clothing collection?

 

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Artistic take on fashion

As with everything in the fashion industry, there are numerous differences within the embroidered jeans trend. It’s not one-size-fits-all, with so many different designs to choose from. Thanks to this, you can include the best wholesale denim pieces that fits in seamlessly with your existing collection.

You can choose from a number of styles to add to your denim line; one of the more popular designs is the traditional floral pattern. Intricate and perfect for the upcoming summer, you can inject the perfect amount of seasonality into your collection. Working well across a number of looks, you can take embroidered jeans from day-to-night; cementing their status as a versatile addition to any collection.

However, the creativity doesn’t stop at a floral pattern; there are so many different designs to ensure your collection is complete. Other embroidered patches can give a more rock and roll appearance, with a combination of motifs, slogans and rips to promote a more tomboy finish to your collection. Offering more of a punk rock look, there is the perfect denim to match whatever your current collection includes.

How to wear it

Styling your embroidered jeans couldn’t be easier. Denim offers such versatile opportunities that you can pair this trend with any number of other looks. Bardot top and sandals for daytime chic, or a laced up bodysuit and heels for a night on the town. Likewise, keep it plain with a t-shirt and trainers and let the jeans do all the talking!

 

Are you a fan of embroidered jeans?

 

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