What does Gucci and Mary J. Blige have in Common!!

Creative Director of Gucci Frida Giannini, branding manager Steve Stoute and Mary J. Blige is teaming up for a partnership for Marys charity to open the new Mary J. Blige Center for Women, a partnership between The Foundation For the Advancement of Women Now (FFAWN) — the charity that Blige and Stoute cofounded in 2007.

The centers main purpose is to educate and empower women Mary stated “As a child, I never saw a confident woman — I only saw women being abused,” said the singer, who grew up in Yonkers. “There was so much pain growing up — it would have been in vain if I didn’t put myself out there. That’s why I am here; that’s why FFAWN exists. I want every girl and woman who walks through this door to know that she is loved — no matter who is telling her she isn’t loved.” -http://wwd.com/

Creative Director for Gucci stated “Gucci is a very powerful brand that can communicate in a very strong way. I thought that, together, we could make something very impressive. I think it’s important to show that fashion isn’t just about clothes and accessories — it’s about being involved with initiatives like this one and social responsibility.” -http://wwd.com/

SO TRUE SO TRUE!!FASHION IS ALL ABOUT EMPOWERMENT AND INDIVIDUALITY BUT ALSO ABOUT GIVING BACK... I LOVE THIS BUSINESS VENTURE WELL DONE MARY!

Heidi Klum Designs Make-Up for Victoria's Secret!!!

I am not surprised Heidi.. is a model, a judge on Project Runway, a mommy, and a wife to hubby musician Seal..Now a Make-up designer YOU GO HEIDI! It is inspired by Heidi's love for Indian culture and beauty, the collection will include an eye shadow palette, extra length mascara, perfect lipstick in exotic spice, and passion fruit lip gloss. All of these items will retail for under $20 and will be available in Victoria's Secret stores nationwide. She also designed a bronzer, the luminous Face Powder Gems in Moonstone, which basically looks like Dippin' Dots(MY FAV:) but are actually spheres of shimmer tones in gold, pink, and rose that complement any skin tone beautifully.

Chanel No. 5 Gets Its Own Biography!

Okay!! everyone's fav, and classic perfume is coming out with its own bio..Its seems that the Chanel name itself has received alot of praise this past year first with the filmed that was based on Chanel's life, next the Chanel exhibition at Bergdorf Goodman, all of the beautifully designed clothing that Mr. Lagerfeld is dishing out!! And now, an authorized biography detailing the legendary scent, the story behind Chanel No. 5, A Timeless Number, is to be released later this month in Europe.

For a little history lesson the perfume, was first introduced in 1921, has become an icon of the twentieth century after being created by Coco herself . The smell is that of a classic, and timeless floral smell that everyone loves it from my friends all the way to my mother, and grandmother.The book will cover the scent's creation, the source and origin of the name, the designing of its bottle, and more!! The book will showcase 32 illustrations and photographs.

THIS IS A MUST HAVE.. I WILL PURCHASE DONT KNOW ABOUT YOU!

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TO ALL MY MUSIC LOVERS: Kanye West “Glow in the Dark” Tour Book AND MORE!

YES FASHION IN MY MIND DOES IN FACT GO

HAND IN HAND WITH MUSIC! ON THAT NOTE

WHAT IS HIP HOP'S BAD BOY UP TO: Kanye West presents the Glow in the Dark Book, a title documenting his much hyped 2008 tour. The book was designed by Base and features photographs by Nabil Elderkin.

"Kanye West Glow in the Dark captures on-stage and behind-the-scenes action from Kanye’s “Glow in the Dark” tour. From Bonnaroo to Beijing (and many stops before and in between) the global voyage comes to life through the captivating photography of Nabil Elderkin. Kanye’s conceptual sketches help contextualized the finished staging, and provide a welcome complement to the action footage. Most compelling, however, are the shots of Kanye backstage both alone and with fellow performers." (http://www.highsnobiety.com/) The book also comes with instrumental recordings of some of his hit songs such as: JESUS WALKS, TOUCH THE SKY, HEY MAMA, I WONDER AND MORE. YES KANYE CLOSING DOWN HIS FASHION LINE PASTELLE WAS A LITTLE DISAPPOINTING HOWEVER GUESS WHAT?

AS WE ALL KNOW KANYE HAS A SPECIAL LOVE FOR HIGH FASHION.. AND I THINK HE IS VERY FASHION FORWARD. AFTER A LONG TIME COMING KANYE WILL SOON COME OUT WITH HIS NEW SNEAKERS ENTITLED "NIKE AIR YEEZY" (COOL NAME) THE SHOE IS INSPIRED BY A NUMBER OF VARIOUS MICHEAL JORDON SHOES FROM PREVIOUS YEARS, ALSO INSPIRED BY HIS "GLOW IN THE DARK TOUR" THE SHOE'S OUT SOLE WILL GLOW IN THE DARK LIKE A GLOW STICK!!AMAZING! WHEN THE SHOE IS HELD NEAR ANY KIND OF LIGHT, THERE WILL BE A GREEN GLOWING HUE RADIATING FROM UNDERNEATH THE SHOE. COOLNESS I LUVVV THIS AND I LUV KANYE NO MATTER HOW RAMBUNCTIOUS HE CAN BE. THERE ARE NO SET RELEASE DATE FOR THE SHOES, HOWEVER, THE GLOW IN THE DARK TOUR BOOK SHOULD BE OUT SOMETIME THIS MONTH..STAY TUNED!

PAYLESS GIVES BACK!

Payless Gives Back Retailer will expand its Shoes 4 Kids program to Latin American countries.

Company will distribute more than $1.2 million, in the form of 77,000 coupons, toward free shoes for children in need.

THIS SITE IS NOT ONLY ABOUT FASHION ITS ALSO ABOUT CURRENT EVENTS AND STAYING AFLOAT OF WHATS GOING ON AROUND US..NOW I FOR ONE AM A FIRM BELIEVER IN GIVING BACK OR GIVING TO MY FELLOW BROTHERS AND SISTERS OR TO THOSE IN NEED. IT HAS BEEN INSTILLED IN ME SINCE I WAS A CHILD.. AND I ALSO CANDIDLY STATE WHEN I DO MAKE IT ON MY JOURNEY THAT'S WHERE ALOT OF MY MONEY FROM MY SUCCESS WILL GO TO THE LESS FORTUNATE..CLEARLY I KNOW I DONT NEED TO WAIT TILL I HAVE TONS OF MONEY YOU AND I BOTH CAN HELP IN ANY WAY!! THANK YOU PAYLESS!! WE SHOULD ALL REACH OUT YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE A MILLIONAIRE

WHATEVER YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE I'M SURE HELPS SOMEONE IN NEED!

for more info go to http://payless.com/

or

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THANK YOU AND REMEMBER TO HELP SOMEONE IN NEED!!

ARE YOU A BARBIE GIRL IN A FASHION WORLD!!

(JUST A FEW PICS FOR MORE CHECK OUT WWD.COM) OUR FAV KING OF THE RED BOTTOMS YES!! MR. LOUBOUTIN IS TEAMING UP WITH MATTEL TO TRANSFORM BARBIE INTO A MORE FASHIONABLE, ELEGANT, AND FIERCE SHOE WEARING DOLL!!!LOUBOTIN WILL SERVE AS A YEAR LONG GOD-FATHER TO BARBIE AND UPGRADING NOT ONLY HER WARDROBE BUT HER IMAGE!! SOME PROJECTS ARE NONE OTHER THAN PINK HOT HEELS WITH THE ORGASMIC RED SOLES THAT DEBUTED ON BARBIE'S BIRTHDAY DURING NY FASHION WEEK IN FEBRUARY!!ALSO INCLUDED A DIARY OF BARBIE'S ADVENTURES WITH LOUBOUTIN, AND LASTLY.. A COLLECTION OF ACCESSORIES AND A DOLL OF COURSE CUSTOM MADE BY THE RED SOLED KING HIMSELF!

(I KNOW FOR LITTLE GIRLS GROWING UP NOW..MIGHT NOT UNDERSTAND THE EMPHATICNESS I HAVE!! WHEN I SEE A LOUBOUTIN HEEL I GASP LITERALLY FROM EXCITEMENT AND NOW I'M SPEECHLESS)

BARBIE WILL PLAY AS LOUBOUTIN'S MUSE AS SEEN ABOVE LOUBOUTIN IS SPOTTED IN THE PICS WITH BARBIE.. ADDING INSPIRATION WITH GLAMOROUS FASHION..

LOUBOUTIN STATED "She needed great shoes, a thinner ankle and, to me, as I’m obsessed with feet, a foot more curved,” the designer said. (http://wwd.com/) THERE HAS BEEN MUCH ADDED CONTROVERSY BUT WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG WITH AMERICAS FAV DOLL AND SHOE DESIGNER I THINK ITS AS GENIUS AS ANY OTHER BUSINESS VENTURE..AND ALSO FUN AND ULTRA-CHIC AND GIRLY..

The diary, which comes with the jewel thief Barbie and is also sold separately for $40, is titled “My Year in Paris With Christian Louboutin.” Launching in December, it features photos of the doll shopping with Louboutin in his boutique, on a journey down the Nile, performing at the Moulin Rouge and in a cafe with a male doll that is decidedly not Ken.(http://wwd.com/)

CANT WAIT TILL DECEMBER!!

WHAT IS MY FAV SEX AND THE CITY GAL-PAL COOKING UP..I SMELL A PARTY IN A BOTTLE!!

A PARTY IN A BOTTLE!!!

WELL WHAT DO YOU KNOW MY ALTER EGO CARRIE BRADSHAW(SARAH JESSICA PARKER) "Sarah Jessica Parker’s newest fragrance, SJP NYC, includes a large dollop of her “Sex and the City” alter ego, Carrie Bradshaw"

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Details of the plan are still in the works and I for one WILL BE on the edge of my seat awaiting the arrival of this whimsical smell..Not only am I a fan of the show but she is one of my favorite celebs!! NOW USUALLY I'M SAYING TO MYSELF"WHAT CELEBRITY DOESN'T HAVE A FRAGRANCE, CLOTHING LINE, OR SOME KIND OF ADDED SOMETHING OTHER THAN THE ONE THING THAT MADE THEM INITIALLY FAMOUS ". HOWEVER, WITH MS. CARRIE BRADSHAW WHO CARES (I SECRETLY BELIEVE THAT SHE LIVES VICARIOUSLY THROUGH ME.. SHH! DON'T TELL ANYONE)!!!!

“A large part of the inspiration was what I now understand to be people’s impressions of seeing Carrie Bradshaw walk down the street and what feelings that evokes for her and for them — a real sense of freedom and possibilities, a love for the city around her and, of course, fashion,” Parker told WWD. “We started with this idea that we wanted to create something fun. We wanted to create a party in a bottle and reflect that in the packaging with a real sense of whimsy, fun and joie de vivre. And then we took it from there. Portability and fashion played key roles in the development of the packaging and overall concept"(wwd.com)

It is also stated that the smell will have a floral, amber smell with a hint of an apple martini(HELLO) I LUV!!! with strawberry accents!! Clearly this fragrance is for the Grown/Sophisticated/Fashionable WOMAN!! DON'T YOU JUST LUVV THE BOTTLE ITS SOOO SEX AND THE CITY!! OH LADIES DON'T FORGET SEX AND THE CITY II COMING SOON!! CAN'T WAIT!! SEE YOU IN NYC!

WHAT IS THE CONNECTION WITH THE 2 LEADING GUYS OF DSQUARED2 AND MAC MAKE-UP?

DSQUARED2 THE FUN!! "Every season the fashion crowd is up and on the run, crazy for the fierce and sexy fun we've come to expect from designer twins Dan and Dean Caten. With their haute hi-jinx and body-beautiful clothes, a collaboration with M·A·C simply could NOT be avoided"

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I THINK THIS IDEA IS REALLY CUTE I LUV DSQUARED2 AND I LUV MAC.. I THINK THAT THEM TEAMING UP WITH MAC AND CREATING SOME HOTT MAKE-UP IS A GREAT IDEA!! THEY ARE COMING WITH THINGS SUCH AS: Dsquared² Greasepaint Stick US $17.50 A limited edition shade of Greasepaint Stick featured in the Fall '09 Dsquared² A smooth and creamy black eye crayon with an opalescent sparkle finish Black

Dsquared²Kohl Power Eye Pencil US $14.50 A kohl pencil that has all the intensity and colour power of ultra-soft carbon.

Dsquared² Lipstick US $14.00 A limited edition shade of lipstick specially created for the Fall '09 Dsquared² runway... Nude Rose Blood Red

Dsquared²US $14.50 A lip conditioner featured in the Fall '09 Dsquared² runway collection

DSquared² Sculpt and Shape Powder US $21.00 A Sculpt and Shape Powder featured in the Fall '09 Dsquared² runway collection and... Bone Beige/Emphasize Accentuate/Sculpture

Dsquared²Medium-sized tapered brush with soft, natural bristles. Provides perfect application US $34.00

FOR MORE INFO CHECK OUT THE MAC WEBSITE!

Hey! Do you Just Need to Know Where Fashion is HEADED?? Well, I believe You HAVE to know Where Its been

A NEW AND IMPROVE TIMELINE COMING TO YOU STAY... TUNED ON

"TO WEAR OR KNOT TO WEAR"

http://www.timelinefashion.de/frameset.htm

HENNY'S FIVE TIPS ON GETTING STARTED IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY

HELPFUL TIPS ON HOW TO GET A GOOD FASHION

JOB 5 KEY COMPONENTS

1. BUSINESS CARDS!!IT IS REALLY IMPORTANT-WHO KNOWS YOU AND WHO HAS SEEN YOUR WORK GO TO VISTAPRINT.COM TO GET FREE CARDS MADE
2. OF COURSE A KILLER RESUME AND COVER LETTER
3. GOOD AND UP-TO-DATE-PORTFOLIO DISPLAYING THE ESSENCE OF YOUR WORK
4. MEET/GREET NETWORK GO TO FASHION SHOWS/INDUSTRY PARTIES
5. REMEMBER MY FASHIONISTAS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS BE PROFESSIONAL

IF ANYONE NEEDS ANY WRITINGS SUCH AS RESUMES, COVER LETTERS, WEBSITE WRITING ETC. OR IF YOU HAVE ANY OTHER INQUIRIES

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME AT

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THINK YOU KNOW WHAT IT TAKES TO MAKE IT IN FASHION GET IT RIGHT ON YOUR TUBE!!

~ON FASHION~YOUR EITHER IN OR YOUR OUT-HEDI KLUM.. WATCH PROJECT RUNWAY EVERY THURSDAY @10 ON LIFETIME!!

SEE YOU ON THE RUNWAY

WANNA KNOW WHY ALEXANDER MCQUEEN IS SUEING STEVE MADDEN!!CAN U REALLY KEEP YOUR TRUE IDENTITY IN THE WORLD OF FASHION..

LOOKS LIKE AN ORDIANRY HOT DESIGNER SHOE TO YOU HUH?? WRONG!! THIS HOT SHOE IS THE REASON STEVE MADDEN IS GETTING SUED!!HOLD YOUR BREATH AND SIT TIGHT THIS WILL TAKE A WHILE YOU GUYS KNOW I'M LONG WINDED!! This is same shoe that Steve Madden is getting sued for

AS STATED ON THE WOMEN'S WEAR DAILY WEBSITE BELOW! TAKE A LOOKSY!

"Alexander McQueen has accused Steven Madden Ltd. of trade dress infringement for drawing perhaps too faithful a line from the designer’s own Faithful bootie." (http://wwd.com/)

"The McQueen shoe debuted in January and is described in the suit as a black leather, open-toe stiletto ankle boot inspired by the motorcycle jacket. The complaint alleges that the Steven Madden model is a “studied imitation” that reproduces all those elements in the same manner. “In fact, the only design element of the ‘Faithful Bootie’ that Madden did not deliberately copy is the zipper pull that contains the ‘Alexander McQueen’ trademark,” the designer’s lawyers wrote. "(http://wdd.com/)

GUYS I REALLY WANNA KNOW WHAT U THINK ABOUT THIS. OKAY IN MY OWN OPINION I HAVE 2 DIFFERENT IDEAS ABOUT THIS PARTICULAR SITUATION

ON ONE HAND I THINK SHOULDN'T DESIGNERS BE FLATTERED THAT THEY ARE SOOO GENIUS THAT BOUTIQUES AND OFF-SHORE RETAILERS WANT TO JUMP ON THE BANDWAGON OF FASHION.. I MEAN ISN'T THAT WHAT FASHION IS ALL ABOUT, ISN'T THAT WHAT WE WANT??? RTW OR READY-TO-WEAR FOR THOSE WHO WHO DON'T KNOW IS FASHION PRODUCED FOR THE MASSES THAT IS CHEAPER AND WIDELY ACCEPTED ON A GLOBAL AND FINANCIAL LEVEL HOWEVER, ITS NOT HAUTE COUTURE WHICH IS REALLY EXPENSIVE AND USUALLY FOR THE ELITE OR CELEBRITIES!! ANYWAY AS I WAS SAYING .. DID WE ALL FORGET THIS INCREDIBLY INNOVATIVE SHOE BY BALENCIAGA THAT WAS FIRST SHOWN IN FALL' O7..AND COST--$4,150!! I FOR ONE COULDN'T GET ENOUGH!! MMH LETS LOOK A LITTLE CLOSER SHALL WE.

LETS SCROLL DOWN A LITTLE AND TAKE A LOOK AT THE KNOCK OFF OF THIS SHOE SOLD AT STORES SUCH AS STEVE MADDEN AND BAKERS COST ROUGHLY- $100 MMH.. WHICH BRINGS ME TO MY NEXT POINT STEVE MADDEN DOES THIS ALL THE TIME AND SO DOES OTHER RETAILERS BUT MY ARGUMENT ON THE OPPOSING SIDE IS .. AS AN ASPIRING FASHION DESIGNER AND AS AN ARTIST WOULD I WANT THIS TO HAPPEN TO ME I MEAN I'M SKEPTICAL ABOUT WHAT IM TYPING NOW AND PUT ON PLACES LIKE FACEBOOK IN HOPES OF STILL HAVING AND KEEPING SANITY KNOWING THAT I HOLD THE KEY TO MY TRUE IDENTITY!! FASHION DESIGNERS LETS GET REAL WE ARE APART OF A WORLD WHERE YOU PAY $4,000 FOR A GREAT SHOE OR $100 ITS YOUR PICK I FIGHT ON BOTH SIDES AS AN ARTIST WHO WOULD NEVER WANT MY WORK DUPLICATED OR IMITATED AND I SEE IT AS A CONSUMER AS A GIRL WHO LOVES TO SHOP AND NOT JUST FOR EXPENSIVE THINGS ITS A COIN TOSS!!..STAY TUNED ON "TO WEAR OR NOT TO WEAR"

NOW YOU CAN BREATHE!!!

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Want an Expensive Look for Less!! Come On Check it OUT!!

Hello All:

Today I will showcase pieces that look chic and savvy by displaying expensive looks, while also comparing those looks to cheaper looks that are stylish as well as chic. I will show how easy it is to rock an expensive look that is affordable.

1. Is it sometimes hard for you to find fashion-forward looks that are just as trendy as the ones in the magazines?
2. Is the economy affecting your spending, or not being able to purchase the clothing that you desire?
3. Do you not know where to find these cheap and fashionable clothing stores?

If you answered yes to any of the questions come along I'll be more than happy to show you looks that are pleasing!

Classic Chanel tweed jacket VS. Cute 3/4 Forever 21 tweed jacket Chanel's Retail value can start at $1,500.00-$4,710.00 VS. Forever 21's Retail value $29.80

Classic Jil Sander black dress VS. Black-Belted Pencil dress

Jil Sander Retail Value $645.50-$1775.00 VS. Basic Pencil Dress found on Website $24.95

Burberry Plaid Coat VS. New York & Company Plaid Trench Coat Trench Coat

Burberry Plaid Coat Retail Value $695.00 VS. New York &Company Plaid Coat Retail Value $23. 98

MORE AFFORDABLE LOOKS TO COME!!!

Websites:

http://neimanmarcus.com/

http://nyandcompany.com/

http://forever21.com/

http://chicstar.com/

http://net-a-porter.com/

Where is Fashion Leading US... 2010 FASHION!!

Looks by Anna Sui RTW 2010

A look back and one look Ahead By: Henny Jacobs

Everyone has a story to tell in 2010. It has come to my knowledge that fashion is a story, and the designs are the mere pages in a book. These books are filled with creativity, color, shapes,and inspiration. Inspiration derived from many different places, such as: South American culture, Indian culture, the mod and hippie eras of the 60’s and 70’s, and so forth. Fashion will become very interesting. Thus seen from designers like, Anna Sui and Oscar de la Renta.

Fashion seems to be like a breath of fresh air. Some fabrics look like paintings with a romantic and poetic appeal. (As seen in a few looks of Anna Sui on the side). Fashion is taking the look from the past and revamping it in such a magnificent and different way. Designers such as Oscar de la Renta are pairing fabrics together that would not normally look like they mesh. Beautiful chiffon with ornaments and embellishments just scream symbolism in the least. Oscar de la Renta has also added safari looks to his collection with Latin inspired dresses (as seen below)

Fashion in the coming year will have an exciting Boho-glam look, with a glimpse from the past. Where you will see a play on not only patterns, but also fabrics and shapes. As many among us, I am very excited to see where fashion is headed. Some past collections has left me scratching my head wanting more. However, somehow next season will not just blow me way, but also inspire me as a future fashion designer. So lets get ready for exciting colors, fabrics, and shape for 2010. It will be a look back and one look ahead.

Looks by Oscar de la Renta RTW 2010

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