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As fashion weeks starting winding down, some are looking forward to the next trend in fashion. This week, I was thrilled to see so many bloggers focusing on the past -the history of fashion. An obvious passion of mine, vintage fashion has never been so influential. fête à fête reviews a gorgeous collection of vintage inspired jewelry. Fabulous Finds narrates a 1950s styled romp through Palm Springs. Oranges and Apples shares inspiring vintage Life magazine images. In politics, if you don’t learn from history, you’re destined to repeat it. In fashion, if you don’t learn from history, you won’t know you are repeating it!
Continue reading IFB Presents Links à la Mode: “Fashion Flashback”
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Reading through the links this week, I realized that fashion week or no fashion week, fashion will most certainly go on! A winter snowstorm couldn’t even slow down New York Fashion Week, and the links below are testament to the wonderful style that exists beyond the runway, such as Ode to Awe’s jewelry discovery, how to look chic while lounging by Cafe Fashionista, and tips for vintage shoe shopping by Wicked Whimsy. Don’t get me wrong, I love being ‘in the know’ on runway looks and trends, but how you interpret them and work them into your personal style is so much more important than remembering which designers showed one-shoulder looks this season!
As expected, there was a fabulous round-up of links in the forum as well, all worthy of your eyeballs!
Continue reading IFB Presents Links à la Mode: “Project Beyond the Runway”
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With the Fashion Week season in full swing and Fashion Pulse Daily live blogging from the IFB conference it can be easy to forget that there are other things going on in the world, where real women are shopping and dressing for real occasions.
There were actually surprisingly few Fashion Week oriented posts submitted this week. Possibly the Fashion Week attendees are still too busy to partake in Links á la Mode, but what I did find was a lot of posts focused on fashion, style and image in the real world. A Typical Atypical calls for a low fashion revolution and Idiosyncratic Style urges you to bring out your cocktail frocks for every day. Meanwhile, in the body image arena Intrinsically Florrie learns to love her specs, Sugar & Spice discusses tanning and Mariels Castle weighs in (see what I did there?) on the body size debate.
It would be impossible to leave this weeks links without mentioning the untimely and incredibly sad death of Alexander McQueen. There were posts submitted on this issue but I made the decision not to include them, not because they were bad, but because I felt that if I included one persons post I would need to include them all. There has been so much personal reflection on the life and designs of this amazing man in the fashion blogging world that to choose a small selection seemed impossible. If you would like to read these posts then, as ever, the full list of submissions is available in the forums.
Continue reading IFB Presents… Links à la Mode, “Style vs Fashion”
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That isn’t to say that I’m against Fashion Week… but more that this week’s Links á la Mode just really isn’t focused on it. With amazing interviews from kaKofoniesOfsi(gh)lens, Fashion in My Eyes, and Eternal Masquerade to great features on vintage clothing from Retro Chick and Unfunded, there’s as much fabulousness on off the catwalk as on.
Maybe it’s bitterness that I’ll be missing out on NYFW for the 3rd season in a row or maybe it’s my gentle heart preventing you all from Fashion Week burnout too soon…which it is, I’ll never tell.
Note from Editor : Please be sure to check out the IFB Conference at NYFW : Evolving Influence
39thandbroadway.com: – How Designers Really View Their Customers
A Typical Atypical: – I chat about how hard it must be to love fashion and be blind, and I question whether there ought to be a charity dedicated to helping people feel good about how they look even if they can’t see it in the mirror.
Cafe Fashionista: – Style Secrets: Symbol of Style. A how-to on creating your very own trademark/signature look.
dramatis personae – How to Pack for Mardi Gras!
Eternal Masquerade: – Interview with young designer, and Teen Vogue/CFDA/Target scholarship winner, Jennifer Huang.
Fab Blab: – Even after all these years, we continue to differentiate between dark and fair. How does this affect the fashion industry adversely?
Fashion Cents: – Seven Style Basics that EVERYONE should know! Make sure you are not committing these style “sins.”
fashion in my eyes: – Fashion is supposed to be fun! Interview with designer Arina Varga
Haute World: – A Mad Tea Party? An exclusive look at how 9 luxury designers interpret Alice in Wonderland for French department store Printemps.
Instant Vintage: – Blood, Sweat & T-Shirts: Learning the true cost of that cheap and chic outfit you just scored.
kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS: – Interview with Anna Osterlund of Ravishing Mad
Model Max: – Are ‘respectable’ fashion writers insecure with ‘upstart amateur’ fashion bloggers?
Oranges and Apples: – Is fashion oppressive or fun? some belated thoughts on Tanya Gold hating fashion
Rags to Reverie: – Vivienne Westwood showed that fashion forwardness could be inspired by the past
Retro Chick: – Top tips to on the spot dating of Vintage Clothes
THE COVETED: – Devil’s Advocate : blogging and corporate seeding
The Fashion Planner: – DIY: How to Make Naughty Granny Panties for Valentine’s Day!
the musings of ondo lady: – Back in 2006 Slave to Fashion, a three part documentary was aired on Channel 4 which took a really good look at the fashion industry.The aim was to make sense of the multi billion industry which everyone from the media to consumers seemed to be obsessed w
The Recessionista: – an hour ago Rebecca Taylor & Milly: Fashion Week Inspiration
Unfunded: – Photos and thoughts from the Vintage Fashion Expo in Santa Monica, CA.The
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I’m always complaining about going out to fashion events by myself – I just don’t have many friends that are into fashion. While some people think fashion is frivolous and contributes nothing to the world, others are curating museum exhibits featuring 20th century clothing. This week’s links made me think about the love/hate camps in fashion. Starting with Grit and Glamour’s post on bloggers getting backlash from fashion insiders, Houndstooth + Tortoiseshell’s refreshingly funny admission of Tavi envy, or Fab Lab’s hate of people who hate. But there is some love in sight – British Style Bloggers reminds us to look in the mirror and love ourselves. Enjoy!
Note from Editor : Please be sure to check out the IFB Conference at NYFW : Evolving Influence
A Dress & A Bike – Why breaking the love of one particular brand has been good for my personal style
British Style Bloggers – Some gems to remember
Debutante Clothing – Going to a Vintage Show? Insider Tips & Interview
dirty hems – lacroix by lacroix
Fab Blab – Why I Hate People Who Ostracize Fashion
fête à fête – Review of Guerlain’s Spring 2010 Cherry Blossom makeup & the new Rouge G Le Brillant lipstick
Friend in Fashion – Luxe Vintage
grit and glamour – Fashion’s Knickers are in a Twist
hello beauty! – Benefit Stay Don’t Stray: An innovative new primer to lock down shadows AND concealer
Houndstooth + Tortoiseshell – Young fashion blogger incites curiousity, envy
Independent Fashion Bloggers – Get Out There : How To Cover Events Without Feeling Like an Idiot
Lillys Roses – How to DIY your own Chanel Jade nail polish
Mariel’s Castle – Haute Couture 101
Model Max – MAT GORDON: The ModelWatch Interview
Oranges and Apples – Top websites for ethical shopping
Retro Chick – Ethical Design Spotlight – Junky Styling
Styletastic – To fur or not to fur?
Stylist Diva – : Are Fashion Bloggers taking over the world?
Tatiana Supports the Arts – Etsy Window Shopping: Queen Elizabeth I Roundup
the brooklyn posh blog – He loves me, he loves me not, he loves me, red hot
THE COVETED – Pretty Dresses at the VioletvilleVintage.com launch
White Rabbit – The inspiration behind my Merlixa Designs millinery collection
[the3st] – Interview with Amy Smilovic of Tibi
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It’s been a long time since pay day and this weeks Links à la Mode brings a touch of much needed frivolity as we crawl into the second month of a new decade. Idiosyncratic Style takes Scooby Doo’s Velma as her style inspiration, Dirty Hems is inspired by dolls houses and Ode to Awe shows off her leopard print nails. Want something for nothing? A few Goody Gumdrops has an Aspinall of London bag to giveaway and Retro Chick (that’s me!) has 2 Valentine goodie bags to giveaway worth over £100 each. We’ve also got some great designer interviews and some practical advice.
On a more sober note there’s some timely tips from Sway, Sway, Sway! on how you can continue to donate to Haiti without getting scammed, Shoe Daydreams discusses Tanya Golds “Why I hate Fashion” article and Ventures of Jenn shares her opinions on the body image debate.
Bring on February!
Note from Editor : Please be sure to check out the IFB Conference at NYFW : Evolving Influence
39th and broadway – 5 Questions To Ask Before Beginning a Career in Fashion
A Few Goody GumDrops – A Few Goody Gumdrops and Aspinal of London are Giving away an ever-so chic and sophisticated beige patterned skin clutch!
Analogue Chic – Looking good while doing stuff – braving the weather and the commute with a sense of style.
Bonne Vie – Invest in Quality Denim; featuring How-To Tips from Denim Debutante
Cafe Fashionista – Style Secrets: Cowboy Boots Made Classy
Cindy Whitehead – The Modern Snow Bunny
Denim Debutante – Aeropostale Gives Back with Teens for Jeans Campaign
dirty hems. – In the Dollhouse – Miniature inspiration and a teeny resulting DIY
Dramatis Personae – a feature & interview with the designer behind i am dorkas
Fasshonaburu – I challenge myself to follow my own dress code regulations in order to wow up my day to day ensembles.
fête à fête – Clarins debuts first certified organic beauty soap
Idiosyncratic Style – Inspired by the sartorially underrated Velma Dinkley.
Independent Fashion Bloggers – IFB Presents : Evolving Influence Conference NYFW 2010
kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS – Interview with Janeane Marie Ceccanti
Ode to Awe – I review Minx Nails, plus my glamourous Russian Garnet cocktail ring
Oranges and Apples – Vintage teenage hair inspiration
Retro Chick – Valentines Day is on it’s way and Retro Chick has 2 goodie bags worth over £100 each to give away to help you celebrate!
Shoe Daydreams – Fashion Influences (?)
Style Eyes Fashion Blog – I have avoided eco and ethical fashion in the past because of the price but I have just discovered it is affordable and stylish.
Style Symmetry – How to Choose Items at a Clothing Swap Party
Sway Sway Away! – A passionate plea from a member of the global community to her fashionable brothers and sister: help Haiti!
THE COVETED – Suzy Menkes, Facehunter, LeMads & The Coveted talk about fashion blogs
ventures of jenn – on body issues
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Fashion’s getting heavier– and I’m not just talking about the rise of supermodels like Crystal Renn. This week we’ve got meaty posts covering ethical topics like the sustainability of bamboo at Awakened Aesthetic while Bonne-Vie covers the the implications of buying items made in China. We’ve got not 1–not 2, but 3 AMAZING Interviews this week at Alice in Stilettos, kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS, and White Rabbit. Even Gala Darling’s post on her 2010 Style Direction could serve as a paperweight, it’s so chock full of inspiring images, details, and notations.
As usual, there’s a fabulous collection of links in the forums for your continued reading pleasure!
Alice in Stilettos: – Interviewed brilliant 18 year old designer, Nathan Gerard!
Awakened Aesthetic: – How Green is Your Bamboo?
Bonne Vie: – At Bonne Vie, we talked about the impact of conscious spending on your wardrobe (and one girl’s journey to not buy “Made In China”)
Cafe Fashionista: – Style Secrets: Stormy Sophistication. A comprehensive guide for the girl who wants to remain fashionable even in the midst of a monsoon!
DailyDivaDish: – Vintage Broaches: 8 Unique ways to wear these treasures & more — includes many pics of different broaches & a DIY idea for reusing those with broken clasps.
dramatis personae: – Following Your Instincts…When Meeting New People, When Shopping, When at Work, and When in Love
Fashion Pulse Daily: – Ponders the significance of the C. Finley Wallpapered Dumpster Project
For Those About to Shop: – nternational runway sensation Stacey McKenzie inspires aspiring models to be themselves.
Gala Darling: – 2010 Style Direction: Psychadelic Ladies Who Lunch
girl friday : – DIY Ribbon Necklace & Bracelet. tutoirial on how to make your own ribbon necklace.
hello beauty! – In my post on Hello Beauty, I wrote about the new Bobbi Brown campaign. She’s using friends – not models.
Idee Fixe: – Fashion and the arts charities supporting Haitian Relief on Idee Fixe
In Life & In Fashion: – Make a “Most Coveted List” to avoid silly impulse spending! Includes tip on how to create your own list and what is currently on mine!
Independent Fashion Bloggers: – How to Create Your Media Kit
kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS: – My exclusive interview with Inbar Spector, an Israeli London-based designer whose renowned avant garde Bjork-inspired designs have been worn by celebrities such as Rihanna.
Model Max: – A special report on the history of male modeling – from the 1980s to the present time, with short profiles of selected male models who remain successful even after modeling.
Oranges and Apples: – Top tips for organising your wardrobe
Retro Chick – The 4 things I’ve always wanted but never owned
THE COVETED – Marion Cotillard and Franz Ferdinand team up for Dior
the fashionate traveller: – the rock/burlesque/voodoo vibe that is alternative Sydney label Baroque & Roll.
White Rabbit: – Introducing Sorcha Gillet, the Irish born textile designer and blogger.
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Awakened Aesthetic: – Eco-Friendly Stocking Stuffers (Part I)
Crisis in Denim: – Crisis in Denim: I make gentle fun of a Banana Republic ‘rewards’ card I received in the mail, that seems designed to make me think I accomplished something by shopping at BR and earning ‘rewards’ points, by riffing on the president’s Yes We Can slogan.
dramatis personae: – the Hat’s Out of the Bag! by Michelle at Wicked Whimsy
Fashion X K8: – The importance of Fashion Ad Campaigns and analyzing the collective subconcious of fashion consumers. I beg the question, what makes a great Fashion Ad.
Further Ado: – With many of their paper equivalents going bust, Further Ado finds 5 great online fashion magazines to keep you satisfied.
Grit and Glamour: – yesterday The Psychology of Lace Lace, in spite of its implied fragility, holds very special power in the sartorial world.
Idiosyncratic Style – Infatuation List: Five Fall Fashion Favorites
Independent Fashion Bloggers – Fashion Blogging : The Road Ahead
kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS: – Interview with Lauren Jones of mydearthing
Mystery Creature: – I love vintage, I love handmade… but I don’t love Etsy, as much as I want to.
Oranges and Apples: – What drives fashion bloggers? Oranges and Apples in the Scotsman
Random Fashion Coolness: – Musings on the power-partnerships in the Blogosphere
Shoe Daydreams: – Collaborations and “inspiration”
slsvgg fashion: – An interview with Gossip Girl actress LEIGHTON MEESTER, on her style
Somewhere over the Skyline…: – rugality? Sustainability? The Recession! – Thoughts & Recommendations on Sustainable/Vintage Lifestyles
Super Kawaii Mama: – Meet the Dr. of Dames and her new book Our Girl’s – Aussie Pin Up’s of the 40’s & 50’s
THE COVETED: – Benefits of Chilly Days… Coats!
The Curvy Fashionista – Got the Plus Size Bridal Dress woes? Enter in Cc.Elaine- A studio dedicated to the Curvy.Confident.Chic. Plus Size Bride
The New Wave: – Underwear as Outerwear: How to wear this spring’s runway trend using vintage pieces.
The Pixelated Blonde – Fashion: it’s an individual thing – a look at how to be stylish whilst maintaining one’s individuality.
White Rabbit: – Lookbook.nu vs. Flickr’s Wardrobe Remix – the battle of “What I wore today” sites
Wicked Whimsy: – Rene Geneva Designs – featuring a local, woman run eco-friendly design house that makes gorgeous clothes to boot!
39th and Broadway – Wendy B Tells All!
Clutch 22 – AMSB Challenge #3: How to Style a Hot Pink Mini
Denim Debutante – How to: Easily Find the Right Denim Sizing for You
dramatis personae – A Girl’s Guide to Faux Eyelashes
Fashion Pulse Daily – Candela NYC: Casual, Carefree, Cool
Fete a Fete – Armani 2009 Holiday Crystal Collection
Fresh Pie! – Piewacket – Outtakes
Gloria’s Jeans – Flight of Fancy: How to Travel in Style
IdilViceFashionRocks: – wedding in las vegas
Idiosyncratic Style – Pearls of Wisdom: The Holy Fashion Grail
Large Black Diary – Official neck trend of 2009
M.I.S.S. – She’s Crafty: DIY Convertible Chain Jewelry
Monoxious.com – DIY Clothes Tutorial: Shirt to skirt.
Painfully Hip – Painfully Hip Design Collective F/W 2009: Daphne
Quirky Fashion – How To Make a Fascinator – DIY Fashion Story
Retro Chick – Luscious Lingerie – Miss La La’s Boudoir
Sweet Fancy Treat – The Nomadic Way
The Art of Accessories – How To Accessorize With Belts
THE COVETED – Everyone is beautiful: Our relationship with beauty isn’t always easy
The Curvy Fashionista – Plus Size Fashions by the Ines Collection
The Working Wardrobe – Designers Who Work It: Orlando Espinoza Transcends Both Time and Trend for the Working Woman
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39th and Broadway - – Gender GAP
Aysha’s Rabbit Hole - – Cosimo Damato new hat collection!
Bobbins And Bombshells - – pics from her trip to Phoenix including a mini vintage shopping guide.
Decline Designs – Won’t Get Fooled Again: Counterfeit Melissa Shoes
Denim Debutante - – Three Need-to-Know Tips to Help You Find Your Perfect Pair of Jeans
Earth Vs. – Picking and making the best of your new (or old) winter coat
Fashion Pulse Daily - – What do you really think and how much do you honestly care abot the FTC guidelines for bloggers?
Fasshonaburu - – An upcoming label everyone should know about: Minimarket
fête à fête - – Lia Lintern’s divine Winter 2010 coat collection
Friend in Fashion – Giveaway – win a custom made dress or skirt
Further Ado - – When fashion and architecture collide
I’n The It Girl - – Assad Mounser Jewelry
Idiosyncratic Style - – Top 10 Creepy Collections… loving the “darkside” of fashion.
kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS - – Interview with Susi Quillinan of Peru
M.I.S.S. – Video Interview with Lydia Hearst – her top 5 favorite things about Fashion Week
Monoxious - – How to make your own embellished lace tights
Oranges and Apples - – Personal Shopper Giveaway – win a parcel of thrifted goodies tailored to your style, needs and ideas!
Previously Owned - – Puerto Rican Fashion Spotlight: Stella Nolasco
Retro Chick - – Win a Lowie wrap and gloves worth £129 courtesy of Cerise UK
The Coveted - – Reviving Vintage Knickerbockers, The Perfect Fall Trouser
The Curvy Fashionista - – Plus Size Curves and Fashion at the California Womens Conference
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The musings and machinations of writer and design director Cyn Passanante, on design, fashion, and things of a generally awesome nature.
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