Fashion Trends 2011 - Fall/Winter Fashion Trends 2011

Fashion Trends 2011 - Fall/Winter Fashion Trends 2011

Androgynous women seem to be the inspiration for fashion designers for fall/winter 2010-2011. So, don't throw away your famous trench coat or the military jacket as they are going to last the next season too. Black office outfits, boyfriend blazers, belts and dark colors are the main elements that can be found in the collections presented on the fashion runways. Still, a touch of femininity and simplicity can be seen in combination with these masculine items.

Even if it's too early to talk about the fall/winter 2010-2011 fashion trends, here are a few of the main trends to take into consideration for the next season.

Military trend
One trend that was extremely popular during the last few seasons comes back for fall/autumn 2010-2011, the military trend. Still, this one is different from what we were used to in the other seasons. Trench coats and military jackets that seem to come straight from the Russian army could be seen in the Max Mara collection. Also, kasatchok pants, boots at knee level and wide belts were included in the Max Mara runway show. The classic Burberry look was replaced by a more grunge one for fall/winter season. Thigh-high boots, coats and military jackets in surprising colors such as electric blue and green.

Female dandy
The female dandy is still in fashion this fall with an interesting interpretation by Dolce&Gabbana with skirts and big bows, while Salvatore Ferragamo brings a subtle note of masculinity to his collection with wide belts and oversized blazer.

Minimalism
The Gucci collection is a combination of minimalism and sophisticated elements such as lace, feathers and spangles. Simple and symmetrical lines, classic deux-piece combinations ideal for an office look. A sophisticated minimalism was present in the Stella McCartney collection with tailored suits and jackets and short, layered evening dresses. Phoebe Philo from Céline used simple tailoring and minimalism to emphasize the luxury of the fabrics.

Femininity
Opposed to the military style you can see many feminine pieces for the cold season. Light fur-coats, skirts that narrow down to knees, pleated dresses and lacy blouses were present in the Burberry collection. Also, the Versace collection for fall 2010 can be described as elegant, sophisticated and glamorous with short-and-tight dresses as well as long gowns with high splits. Femininity and luxury were the key words of the Christian Dior collection for fall/winter 2010-2011. Airy fabrics, sheer materials with chic fur and leather details. Over the knee boots remain a trend for fall/winter 2010-2011.

Fur
Fur seems to be the main element of fall/winter season. In the Dolce & Gabbana collection one could not miss the furry boots. The theme of Chanel collection was global warming and its effect upon our lives. Karl Lagerfeld creates complete fur outfits. The fur was used not only for coats and jackets like we saw in the Michael Kors, Lanvin and Vivienne Westwood collections, but even for shoes, handbags and even trousers. At Kenzo you can see shopping bags and body warmers covered in fur. Most fashion designers used synthetic fur, like Chanel, to create their collections.

Leather
Leather could be seen at Hermès, DNKY, Diesel Black, DSquared2, Bottega Veneta, Dior, Céline, Balmain. Trench coats, leather trousers, leather jackets or even a whole leather-look made leather one of the key elements for the next season.

Lace
Lace will be a famous item for fall-winter. Dolce & Gabbana add femininity to their collection by completing the office look with lace and other boudoir fabrics
, while Givenchy presented lace tops and Paul& Joe created a lace strapless dress.

Red
Red will definitely be the main color for fall/winter as it appears in almost every collection. Intense red for elegant and extremely feminine items at Carolina Herrera, combinations of red, yellow and green at Lacoste, red and green army at Marc Jacobs or burgundy red for Nanette Lepore.

Latest Men and Women Fashion Trends - Fashion Design 2010

Dexigner is the leading online portal for designers, main company located on New York. They are offering many of new fashion design for 2010 from H&M’s spring collection. The fashion style are Ethnic influences from all over the world, old Hollywood fashion classics and college styles.

hey have modern style includes cool white suits and feminine draped dresses that give both softness and strength. The women when they are wearing these new fashion design will look like luxurious gold lame add dramatic glamour. It’s a romantic vintage style dresses and artist’s style tunics offer a preppy and retro ‘chic housewife’ look.

Dexiner store also provide new fashion model for men, Classic Menswear. A fashion design which give you narrow, relaxed and comfortable, draped or softly voluminous for the next season 2010.

Most of new fashion design’s product made from Cotton, silk, transparent fabrics, jersey, viscose, chambray, organic and recycled materials. There are variate of colour such as White, blue, beige and grey, leather colours, watercolour shades, rich spicy tones and neon brights.

Summer Maxi Dresses 2010 - Women Fashion Trends

Maxi dresses are Summer 2010s staple dress, with the ability to go from bohemian to chic with the help of a few simple accessories the maxi dress is the answer to all wardrobe dilemmas. Perfect for holidays on the beach, festivals, glamorous parties and much more. There are several mini trends within the maxi dress trend from tribal prints, to bold and basic and finally the bodycon maxi dress for a more figure hugging look.

Chiara Fashions simple black bodycon maxi is a bargain at just £16, team it with bold accessories for a simple yet fashion forward look.

If youre all about the bohemian look then try one of these flowing printed maxi dresses.

This blue floral maxi dress will look great with gladiator sandals and a headband for a laid back summer look. Chiara Fashion has a great range of maxi dresses, prices start at just £16 and theres bound to be something youll like.

Another great summer dress from Chiara Fashion is this cut out heart print dress

This Luella inspired design is the perfect choice for summer BBQs, the cut out heart detail makes it a bit more unique than your regular summer dress whilst the pretty floral pattern makes it delicate and on trend, its definitely a summer must have.

Finally, for summer 2010 do not forget to invest in some leggings, especially with British weather being so unreliable a pair of leggings can be a life saver when youre caught out on a rainy day.

Fashion design colleges : How to choose fashion design school

A successful future in the fashion design industry depends on right choice of school to attend. Although fashion design is not one of the more popular careers to pursue, if your talents lie in this field, there is ample opportunity awaiting you. However, the first thing to hurdle is your choice of school.
Fashion Design College
When choosing a fashion design school, consider the following factors.

Area of Focus

Look into the nature of the school. Is it solely a fashion design school or does it offer other courses. Is this school well-known for its emphasis on fashion design?

Fashion design schools are few and far between. This makes it harder to choose one that fits your bill. Your first task will be to find a reputable school that will aid you in your training.

Also, look into whether the school participates in any fashion design competition or has accomplished anything of reknown in the industry. This is a sure sign of their commitment to the fashion arts its education among students.

Different schools have different strengths, find a school that plays to your strengths and has specialization in the field of your choice.

For example, you might choose a very well-know fashion design school only to find out that they specialize in childrens’ clothing, while the field of your choice is adult formal wear. This could diffuse your interests, and dull your specialization.

Make sure you know what field the school you are scouting focuses on. This will help you specialize in that area too.

Alumni and Job Placements

Does the college offer job placement assistance? And has the alumni from this school gone on to be successful professionals? Always learn from other’s previous experience. If you see that those that had gone through this school before you received proper training and are successful in their field, that is an indication of a good school.

Most of these reputable schools have numerous connections in the graphic arts industry. They usually offer job placement services. You may want to consider this when choosing a school.

It would do no harm to start looking at the educational background of your admired fashion designer. Checking out the schools they came from will give an idea of the sort of training these artists went through. From here, you may make decisions as to whether you would like to choose the same school as they did.

Curriculum

You must assess whether the curriculum is relevant to you field of study. You may want to compare the curricula of different schools to see which offers the best form of education.

It would also be wise to check the quality of the teaching staff at that school. Having established artists who teach at a fashion design school is also an indication of a good training program.

Student to Teacher Ratio

Ask yourself: how big are the classes and how many teachers and classes are available at this school before you choose it. The more the students the lesser the efficacy of the teacher. However, if there are too few students per teacher, that could tell of a different problem – that of quality. If this is the case, it may be that the school is not popular or is suffering from anemic academic performance.

Accreditation

Accreditation means the school has passed a certain standards of educational quality. Accreditation is performed by the U.S. Department of Education. Fashion design schools must be accredited to prove their level of competence.

Check with the State Postsecondary School Licensing Bureau to see if the college you are investigating is accredited. Also, check National Approval and Accreditation for this concern.

Cost

Some people may proclaim that to obtain their education, they would spare no coin. Unfortunately, it also pays to be practical in your choice of fashion design school. If the school you choose has a tuition rate that is beyond your financial capability, you might find yourself working unable to pursue your studies consistently due to the financial stress which may lead you to look for part-time work.

Scholarships

You might want to consider whether the design school you are looking at offers any scholarships. You also might want to know the terms to them too. Some schools offer scholarships based on academic performance. Some offer them based on fashion design competitions they hold regularly.

Your choice of school is an investment that will last you a lifetime. Proper care and investigation in choosing such is truly important. When you are comfortable with your choice of fashion design schools, you can now chart your path towards a successful career.

By John Morris
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Latest Mineral Makeup for women

Here’s Crissy, one of our regular contributors to The Mineral Makeup Blog, for her review of Aromaleigh Foundations, and further comparing the two formulas, Voile and Glissade :

Mineral Makeup brands have their own line of foundation. Some of these brands have mineral makeup foundations in different forms, such as pressed minerals, loose minerals and liquid minerals. Loose minerals is known as the purest form of mineral makeup, and most mineral makeup foundations fall under that form. However, only a number of brands can proudly say that they have different formulas under loose minerals. Aromaleigh happens to be one of them.

Aromaleigh has two kinds of foundation formulations, namely Voile and Glissade. Voile claims to have similar coverage to brands such as Youngblood, Bare Escentuals, Jane Iredale and GloMinerals, without the added shine that some people are not fond of. Glissade was formulated for people with dry skin and those sensitive to Bismuth Oxychloride found in some brands of foundations.

I was lucky enough to get a sample of Voile and Glissade in the same shade, so I tested each sample on different sides of my face. Voile 3YL on the left side and Glissade 3YL on the right. The moment I applied Voile, I was surprised with the lightness of the product. The finish was light, yet it was matte. I first thought MMU foundations with light coverage always had a glowy finish, which was not the case with Voile. Glissade was a different story. Even if I used a flat top brush with natural hairs, the foundation felt smooth and silky. The minerals were coated with silicone, thus giving you foundation that glides over your skin.


After applying both foundations, I noticed that the left side of my face (where Voile was applied) appeared to be a little lighter than the right side (where Glissade was applied). There was also a difference in coverage. Voile was sheerer than Glissade. When you try to touch your face, Voile feels very light and airy while Glissade was silky and velvety. The real test was when I left the foundation on my face for nine hours. The right side of my face was oilier than my left side. Both formulas adhered to my skin when I thought one or both foundations will slide off my face in a few hours.

I actually liked both foundations. I have combination skin, so there are times my face is drier or oiler than usual. I can use Voile during my “good skin” days and use Glissade is my face is unusually dry. I recommend using Voile if you like the light coverage without the added shine of other MMU brands and Glissade if you have drier skin.

Take note, I have mentioned that the same shade in each formulation is not the same. But there’s no need to worry. Aromaleigh comes in dozens of shades to suit every skintone and undertone. Do have fun when trying out the different formulas and shades of foundation that Aromaleigh has to offer. Their samples are generous too, it contains ½ teaspoon of minerals in a labeled Ziploc bag.


by themineralmakeup.com
photo by easymakeupguide.com

Audrey Hepburn's black Givenchy dress tops fashion list

Audrey Hepburn's black Givenchy dress from Breakfast At Tiffany's is top of the frocks, a poll found today.

The smart gown which she wore as Holly Golightly in the ever-popular film was judged greatest female screen outfit.

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The survey, conducted by DVD rental film Lovefilm to mark the release of Sex And The City tomorrow, found Ursula Andress's bikini from Dr No was in the top five.

Hepburn's top gown showed that age was no bar to glamour - her outfit made its appearance almost half a century ago in 1961. One of the three dresses produced for the film sold for more than £400,000 at auction four years ago.

Style queen Hepburn landed a second entry at number six with the white dress and bonnet combo she wore at the races in My Fair Lady.

Runner-up outfit - the floor-length emerald green Jacqueline Durran-designed dress worn by Keira Knightley in Atonement - also had a vintage touch. Although the film dates back only to 2007, the scene in which it features was set in the 1930s.

Marilyn Monroe's cheeky white dress from The Seven Year Itch - which famously blows up as she crosses a subway grating - was placed third.

Andress's beachwear - the briefest outfit on the list - was placed fourth, although running a close second in the skimpy stakes is Raquel Welch's leather and fur bikini from One Million Years BC.

Style icon Sarah Jessica Parker is ranked 10th for the Vivienne Westwood wedding dress for the first Sex And The City movie.

Lovefilm editor Helen Cowley said: "Audrey Hepburn has truly made that little black dress a fashion staple which has stood the test of time despite competition from some of the most stylish females around.

"As Sarah Jessica Parker and co-stars prepare to provide the next fashion fix for women everywhere, it'll be interesting to see if their latest threads can make the same impact."

Sex And The City 2 has its UK premiere tonight in London

Bleached eyebrows 2010: blonde eyebrows fashion trend

It's easy to forget that eyebrows have trend cycles of their own; albeit cycles that move much more slowly than other beauty, hair and fashion trends.

While the full and natural, yet still maintained, style of brows have been on-trend for quite some time, the 'in fashion' shape certainly hasn't trended towards pencil thin eyebrows. And that's not about to change. A natural style and shape remains the style to have.

What's changing is the colour. Look hard and you'll see that bleached blonde eyebrows are currently a beauty trend. While no one should go to the extreme of shaving them off and having no eyebrows at all, those bleached to be peroxide blonde are now amongst the growing list of 2010 fashion trends.

Shoes Fashion 2010: Shoe Trends for Spring/Summer 2010

Forget about different toe shapes and heel heights; in Spring/Summer 2010 shoe trends all come down to the details.

From fringing to laces to buckles and straps; exotic to fetish to architectural; these are the elements that define the trends.

And one thing is for certain: boring just doesn't cut it.

Madonna’s new clothing collection

Whether or not Madonna is set to launch a new designer clothing collection is something that we here at Secret Sales have been speculating about for weeks.

The fashionista has fronted campaigns by both Dolce & Gabbana and Louis Vuitton, as well as collaborating with high street chain H&M back in 2007 to create a bespoke clothing collection, so I think it’s fair to say she’s not without fashion experience.

But this time, Madonna’s venture into the designer clothing world will not be alone - she will be assisted by her stylish 13-year-old daughter Lourdes to create a collection of children’s clothes for American department store Macy’s.

Lourdes seems to have evolved into a style icon in the making in what seems like a split second so we bet she will be giving her mum more than just a helping hand.

The first collaboration between the duo and US-based Iconix Brand Group will be released in August and is set to include a collection of back-to-school shoes, clothing, handbags and jewellery.

I’m pretty sure anything designed by someone as racy as Madonna would have been banned instantly from my school!

"We believe that Material Girl will be a dynamic exclusive brand for Macy’s, and we look forward to working with Madonna, Lourdes and the Iconix team," says Jeff Gennette, chief merchandising officer for Macy’s.

"Madonna is a fashion icon who can bring a new dimension to our juniors customer."

The star’s collection for H&M received a fairly lukewarm welcoming from fashion followers - despite Karl Lagerfeld and Stella McCartney’s collaborations with the high street chain selling out in mere minutes, just 50 people queued outside the Oxford Street flagship store on the day Madonna’s collection launched.

The Story of Gold Jewellery

From the past, we have learned that rich families usually possess a considerable quantity of gold rings, bracelets, and coins; it is a symbol for family wealth and social status. If you happen to fit in this category, you must have a personal treasure passed down the line from your ancestors, and increased by the gifts of husband, children and business associates.

Middle class families also inherit pieces of jewelry from their mothers or grandmothers. Women usually take care of those generation-passed-down jewelries very seriously because they often are precious and have significant meaning. Those rings and bracelet are meant to be kept from generation to generation.

Gold Marriage really existed. Before the 21 century it used to be very common for married couples to stay together all their lives. Divorce was rare and considered a mishap. People had pride in committing to each other for life. To celebrate this union, people would even publicly remarry when they reach the 50th anniversary. The attendants to the gold wedding shower ceremony would bring gold gifts to the couples. The couple would also exchange their gift for each other, such as new wedding rings or a gold bracelet, necklace or chain, sometimes engraving the date of the event or their spouse's endearing name in it. This was not only a token of respect and appreciation for 50 years of love and friendship, but also an investment to be passed on to their descendants. Sadly, nowadays 50th wedding anniversary doesn't exist as much now.

In any case, gold jewelries are great! Why not buy yourself a present? With modern design and precise crafting skill, gold jewelries nowadays are very stylish and fashionable. Gold bracelet can be a smart pick and you deserve that piece of fine jewel!

Wooden Earrings - Jewellery Design

Natural and rustic looking wooden earrings have been in vogue for a long time now. These ear rings are especially handcrafted to perfection and sold in countries including the USA, the UK, and Canada. These jewellery pieces are quite appealing and made in countries including India, Indonesia etc.

Stone Earrings - Jewellery Design

Crystal Earrings - Jewellery Design

Crystal ear rings are the most sold and sought after by customers all over the world. Synthetic crystals are often used in combination with other materials and beads, stones to create eye catching ear rings, hoops etc. These ear rings resemble fine jewellery ear rings but are much cheapest, hence the rising demand for such ear rings.

Plastic Earrings - Jewellery Design

Plastic earrings are available in a wide and stunning range. These earrings are sold on a large scale in various countries across the globe. Molded plastic is often used for making exquisite designs of earrings for youngsters and old women. These earrings are generally worn for casual occasions and daily wear. China is one of the largest exporters of plastic earrings.

Terracotta Earrings - Jewellery Design

Attractively carved terracotta earrings are available in traditional designs and bright colors. Ethnically designed danglers, hoops, studs are made and are hand painted for giving a distinctive look. These traditionally designed costume earrings are a rage in the international markets like USA, UK, Canada etc.

Leather Earrings - Jewellery Design

These ear rings are made from different types of skin friendly and soft leather. The earrings are often styled as hoops, danglers, studs, rings etc. The earrings are studded with stones and beads for creating dazzling designs. Hand painted leather ear rings are often in popular demand. Manufacturers are coming out with innovative designing for making long lasting jewellery pieces.

Metalic Earrings - Jewellery Design

Metal ear rings are the most widely sold jewellery. They are manufactured using fine quality metals like stainless steel, Bronze, white metal both for formal and casual occasions. These metal ear rings are stylishly created in various designs to cater to the ever growing costume earrings world market. The designs are also made keeping in mind the age groups of the wearer. These metallic and trendy earrings are worn by both men and women.

London Jewellery Week

Coutts, the prestigous bank, is offering a unique opportunity to 20 up-and-coming jewellers with the introduction of the Coutts New Jewellers Awards, organised by the City Fringe Partnership. Created to support new talent in jewellery design and craft – industries that are particularly vulnerable in the current economic climate. Winners will be able to draw on the bank's wealth of expertise by taking part in the Coutts Business Development Forum, receiving advice on how to remain resilient during these testing times.

Winners will be shown how to sustain and grow their business, through inspiring lectures by industry experts across a broad range of fields including brand development, business planning, funding, marketing and PR. All specialists in their chosen fields, speakers will be drawn from both within and outside the jewellery industry to ensure that the winners receive relevant tips on how to maximise their presence in the marketplace. A lunch will also be hosted by leading jeweller Stephen Webster.

Open to any business that is less than 4 years old and based in London, the Coutts New Jewellers Awards will also provide winners with complimentary bronze level participation in Coutts London Jewellery Week, which runs from the 8-14 June 2009. This will provide an online presence on the event's website, a listing in the Guide circulated throughout the capital and benefit from international media promotion thereby significantly raising their profile.

Entries will be judged according to the creativity of their planned event for Coutts London Jewellery Week, the company's current profile and its portfolio of design. All applications for the Coutts New Jewellers Awards must be received by Friday 9th January 2009, with the panel announcing winners by Friday 16th January.

Announcing the launch of the Coutts New Jewellers Awards, Sarah Deaves, Chief Executive Coutts & Co., commented that, "We have extensive experience of working with some of the UK's leading entrepreneurs and are delighted to pass on this knowledge to help support the next generation of entrepreneurs in the jewellery industry. With this in mind, we are pleased to introduce the Coutts Business Development Forum which will be held in March."

Sarah Purvis, Deputy Director of the City Fringe Partnership, added: "We are delighted to be able to offer support to new jewellers to the industry and thank Coutts & Co for their tremendous insight into the needs of small businesses during this challenging economic time. With much planned for the Week, it promises to be a tremendously exciting time for London's jewellery industry".

Denim Fashion Trends

Are you into Denims? If you aren’t really, please note that Denim can be your signature style for Spring 2010. If you still aren’t confident, why don’t you try it out yourself ?

I picked up this information at one of my favorite websites which I consult for Beauty and Fashion and they have this tip for you. Even if you don’t go denim all over from head to toes but it could be a great material for a two piece suit or a pair of jeans. You can update your garments on denim. Denim jackets and white is a great match and so is yellow with denim. I would simply love that! What about you?

I bet you have heard of washed denim and so what’s wrong in wearing a Gap Denim jacket meant for motor cycle riders with cool cut and zippers. This jacket would look nice with anything khaki or with leggings and also over a print dress with edge. You are in style!

You could go for that little oversized lightweight blouse that can be worn with leggings and also over white jeans and some silver jewelry.

Wearing A White Dress To The Prom

Prom is a special occasion for every teenager, and no one is willing to compromise with ones looks on such an important occasion. You just want everything to be picture perfect and so you take deep interest in selecting your prom dress and the accessories. For most girls prom is chances to impress or rather bedazzle their boyfriends, or the guy on whom they’ve had a crush for long. No wonder every girl is willing to walk that extra mile to look her best on the prom night.


The prom dress

For the prom most girls put on red or black prom dresses, because these are the usual colors that have been associated with the prom. However, if you’re willing to experiment and walk on the edge we’ll suggest that you try out a white prom dress. White is quite appealing and feminine, and will make you look more graceful and distinct. What’s truly unique about a white prom dress is its ability to make you look more womanly than girly, and that’s how most girls want to pose up at the prom. They want to show up that they are now on the verge of entering womanhood. White prom dresses come in an array of designs, and although white halter necks teemed with white silken pants may look comfortable and affordable, still if you can afford and if you have the ability to carry gowns well, go in for a shimmering white prom gown.


The style

Doesn’t matter whether you settle for a slim fit gown or a fluffy Victorian style, white prom gown is the ultimate thing you can wear to the prom. There are several variants, backless, off shoulder, detailed sequin work, pearl decorated, strapped and so many more from which you can pick and chose based on your body type, your height and your budgetary constraints. And if most of the gowns don’t seem to fit into your budget, you can always get one on rent. And besides searching at prom dress rental stores, check out the collections at bridal stores, since most bridal and bridesmaid dresses come in white.