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Another Video About Paris Fashion Week

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:16:00 +0000

I love Nast Magazine! I can't say that enough. Now the perfectly French magazine shows us how fashion's insiders dress for the Paris shows. Oh and I am still typing without an A key. It am getting impatient waiting for my key to come in the mail. Thank God for my new netbook. This is torture!

Layers

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Now this is how you do a fashion show.

Is Ungaro Moving On?

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:40:00 +0000

According to The Cut blog:

Lindsay Lohan did not attend the fall 2010 Emanuel Ungaro show in Paris this morning. "She's not involved in this collection," Ungaro owner Asim Abdullah told WWD backstage. Lohan has been attending shows and events in Paris, however. Last night, while the Oscars went on, she turned up at the launch party for Turkish Vogue.

Well it looks like they are quietly trying to move away from the Mean Girls actress. I don't blame them. The last collection was more than a hot mess...it was an explosion of terribleness, and that was putting it mildly. The other designer on the team, Estrella Archs, showed a collection that was slightly better,but still not that great according to some. I actually think that even though it isn't the best comeback from a disastrous last season, it is better than the heart-shaped pasties of Spring 2010.

Paris Fashion Week & Other Stuff

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 22:36:00 +0000

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Before I get into fashion week, I just want to say, please go see Alice in Wonderland. It was a very good movie. While watching the movie, please don't focus on the book version because it follows the book, but it doesn't follow the book. I don't want to give too much away, but you will understand what I am talking about once you see the film. Also if you are a super geek like me, you will be uber happy to know that the preview for the new Tron movie, Tron Legacy is shown during the previews.

Paris Fashion Week has been really impressive. I expected it to be this way though. I love Paris Fashion Week. I rarely find bad clothes or bad collections during the fashion week there. I have been perusing the style.com and other sites looking for pictures of the collections, and they have been amazing. John Galliano created another equestrian themed collection for Christian Dior. It feels like a more ready to wear version than the last couture show, but that doesn't mean it is more toned down. Issey Miyake was very United Colors of Benetton looking to me. The colorful coats and knitwear look very exciting for fall. Lanvin was very dark and featured amazing draping and tight silhouettes. Roland Mouret was very structural, but I'm not surprised. The way is shapes his fabrics makes it look like geometry is his best friend. Yohji Yamamoto showed some of the best knitwear and menswear on the planet. This is what Alexander Wang should have showed. Tim Hamilton's collection was small, but very wearable. It reminded me of something Karen O would wear on her day off. Photos from Style.com. I hope you all have a great weekend. I am now going to attempt to write an essay on Rick Owens with a broken A key.

Hello Paris!

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:50:00 +0000

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Paris Fashion Week has begun and I am all kinds of excited. The majority of the looks are sooo good. I can't wait to show you. Very sophisticated and chic just like what you expect Paris to be. Dries Van Noten took a page out of the Prada book and showed a Mad Men inspired collection. Rue du Mail brought some fierceness to fashion week. Rochas was inspired by the 60s movie Cactus Flower. I could definitely see the 60s in the look. Balenciaga still showed the crazy tribal colors thing, but the clothes are more wearble this season. They aren't all boxy like seasons past. Manish Arora was beautiful and colorful. It was really crazy looking but in a good way. I like that Christopher is trying to finally , yes finally, take Balmain in a new direction, but he is still showing those boxy dresses that make even the hottest model look like an inverted isosceles triangle. Everybody loved Rick Owens. Well I did not. I was not into the sleeping bag look. The only person that does the sleeping bag look right is Norma Komali. Rick, you have failed me, and I am sad. :( Pictures are from Style.com and The Fashion Spot.

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Nay Nay is Cray Cray

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:43:00 +0000

Umm sooo what is going on with Naomi Campbell? First she beat up her driver yesterday, and ran away. Now we find out that she was beating him up because he wouldn't tell her if her boyfriend, who is still married, was cheating on her a year ago. Klawdamercy! Oh Naomi!

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Retailers Caught Selling Used Underwear

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:16:00 +0000

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Milan Fashion Week

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 21:20:00 +0000

Milan Fashion Week was very short. It really isn't as long as the other fashion weeks. I mean it really doesn't even last a week. Anyway. I really was not as impressed with the clothes this season. I usually love Milan Fashion Week. Just like Paris, the clothes are usually very sophisticated. I was a little disappointed with what I saw. To me most of the fashion from Milan either looked bland or played out. I couldn't even get into my favorites like Fendi and Albino. Je suis tres triste. Photos from Style.com.

I did like Gucci, Dsquared, and Prada. Gucci was very sexy and 70s Italian chic. I thought Anja and Freja did a good job of portraying the looks. The lace was hot. The models flowing hair was hot. The coats were gorgeous and I loved the pantsuits. The collection actually make me wants to wear pantsuits again.

Dsquared was so beautiful. I love the use of the colors black and red to make a very sophisticated, sexy collection. I know the PETA people are going to be after me, but I loved the fur coat that Chanel Iman wore. Gorgeous!

Prada had an old school Mad Men look to it. Everything was very 60s looking. The cast of Mad Men could even wear some of these clothes next season. I don't know if they are but it would be to their advantage. I also have to applaud Miuccia for calling some curvy Victoria's Secret models in at that last minute because the other models were too small. If you are looking for the best coats and sweaters next fall, go to your local Prada store.

Maurices.com Jean Review

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 02:33:00 +0000

I was asked to review some jeans from Maurices.com. I had never heard of this company before, so I did some quick research and decided to say yes. Maurices is online, and they have physical stores in different cities around the country. They are a woman's clothing store that sells plus and straight sizes. Maurices has some really cute items for work and play. So check them out!

The jeans that I tried were the Briana Dark Wash Jeans and they cost $34. The fabric on the jeans were ok. It wasn't too thin or too thick. They have a little bit of a flare leg and even though they are supposed to be mid-rise, they seem to be low-rise for me. I think that is because I have a little bit o' booty in the back. I did like the jeans though. They had a nice wash, and my dad thought they looked nice. Thanks dad! I would probably buy some jeans from this store again. I would love to be able to find a store near me, but that won't be happening anytime soon because the nearest store is an hour or so away. Sorry for the poor quality pictures. I took them with my phone. :)

You've Got The Love

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:46:00 +0000

I love Rupert Sanderson shoes, and I love Florence + The Machine. Rupert Sanderson has some pretty awesome shoes. I hope to own a pair some day. Florence + The Machine makes some amazing music. The ruby red haired singer is pretty big in the UK, but they sell her cd on the US iTunes store. I am glad I bought it because the songs are really amazing. Pop music is really changing in Europe. I hope it starts to change in the US as well. Here is a picture Rupert Sanderson's PR sent me of Florence in these powder blue platform shoes called the Plato. Those shoes are so heavenly. Le swoon. Le sigh.

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Farewell London

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 20:54:00 +0000

London Fashion Week is just about over and Milan Fashion Week starts today. Before the photos from the Milan shows start rolling in, I wanted to tell you all about two more collections.

Just like last season, Burberry Prorsum streamed their fashion live via the internet. This time they also showed the fashion show in 3D live in cities around the world like Dubai and New York. I think that would have been a really treat to see. The show was amazing even though the live stream cut on and off. The main thing I liked was the use of shearling in the coats and ankle boots. The dresses were ok, but weren't as impressive as the coats and shoes. A lot of the models wore over-the-knee boots as well.

The thing I find interesting about London Fashion Week and other international fashion weeks is the fact that I can learn about new designers or rediscover old designers I forgot about. Jenny Packham's collection was definitely designed for the night owl. The huge bow details made the clothes look like wrapped presents. I loved how all of the clothes were made with silks, satins, and intricate designs made with sequins and beading. Perfect cocktail party attire. Photos from London Fashion Week.

Vogue Italia Is Moving Forward

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Apparently I am ranked number 259 on this European site called Wikio in the fashion category, and my New York Fashion Week coverage got Google indexed really high last week. Soooo go me I guess. My hard work is finally paying off. Yay!

I don't know if you guys have noticed, but Vogue Italia has a new website and they dedicated portions of it to Black and plus size fashion lovers. They both feature videos, editorials, and news. I don't know if this is a gimmick, but I like it. These two sectors are voices that need to be heard. I perused the Vogue Curvy site last night. I love how they use actual plus size bloggers for video segments. Gabi from Young, Fat, and Fabulous has been recruited to do some videos for Vogue Curvy. Good luck Gabi! Today I explored Vogue Black and really liked it. There were some interesting features on there that got me really excited. Go check them out.

Do You Have Moxsie?

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +0000

I want to thank everyone who has been giving my hope, well wishes, and words of encouragement especially after yesterday's post. Minor setbacks happen. That's life. I was on twitter yesterday and someone randomly dropped this quotation that put things into perspective.

Quote by Wangari Maathai

"A stumble is only 1 step in a long path

we walk and dwelling on it

only postpones the completion of your journey."

I found this website called Moxsie last year while reading the Dream Sequins blog. It is a really good store full of independent fashion brands. If you are interested in finding out about new brands, this is a good website to peruse. While searching the shoe section, I found a brand that I was not familiar with. Matiko Footwear is a company from Orange County, California that started out making surfer style footwear and then changed to women's footwear. I have recently gotten into desert boots. I thought they were kind of weird looking but my opinion has changed. Matiko makes a great desert wedge. The color , called Sid Yellow, looks at little Brady Bunch/ Partridge Family, but I like it. The costs $172 and is a shoe that I think is becoming a new classic. Photo from Moxsie.

More of London Fashion Week

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:54:00 +0000

Fashion Week is still going strong in London. Milan Fashion Week will start in a few days. Until then, let me tell you about a few shows that I think really caught my eye. The Eley Kishimoto show seemed really interesting. A lot of the clothes were brightly colored and had lots of patterns. It was a very fun looking collection. Clements Ribeiro's collection looked to be more toned down than the Kishimoto show at first glance. Then you notice the embellished fabrics, paisley prints, marbleized blouses, and decorated boots. I really loved the sweaters that were far from plain. Roksanda Ilincic's collection was really beautiful. It was full of wool, fur, satin, and draping. I love all of those things, but it takes skill to be able to pull it together. The clothes in this collection reminded me of the movie Miss Pettigrew Lives For A Day. At first I thought I would not like the Erdem collection, because everyone was raving about it on Twitter, but I was surprised. It was really good. The colors were swirled around into this pattern that reminded me of a butterfly or some tropical fish. There were also long and short dresses. That shows a good bit of variety. Photos are from London Fashion Week.

Caution Detour Ahead!

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:19:00 +0000

Photo from Flickr.

The past week or so has been rough.

I've been sick since Valentine's Day. I feel better, but I still have a lingering, nagging cough.
I did advisement for classes, and it turned out pretty wretched. I have to take classes and do my mid-point review this summer. I don't have any classes scheduled for next fall because the other class I need isn't being offered this summer or fall. The other classes I need to take later on are on hold because I can't even try to take them until I pass my mid-point review.
So now I am probably not moving to New York City this summer, or any time this year.

I am trying to think positively. I am trying to tell myself that it is all for the best... etc... etc. I guess I just need to be patient and let life happen as it is supposed to happen, but I feel like I am missing out on certain opportunities. Everything happens for a reason. I just hope these setbacks are happening for a good reason.

Designers Want To Kill You

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Designers literally want to kill us. Look at these sky high shoes. They are truly skyscrapers, and they look dangerous. I think the trend of sky high heels is finally at its peek. I really don't think shoes can get any higher. I mean they could, but who would be able to wear shoes that are over 10 inches high without some kind of wedge or base under them? I love looking at really high shoes, but I'm ready for something different. We have been shocked and awed and wowed with these sky high shoes for the past few seasons, but it might be time to bring out the more manageable heel. All of these shoes are from Luisaviaroma. I actually like these shoes, but they are truly for experience legs only. Some of them look like borderline stripper shoes, but I like stripper shoes. LOL!


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London Fashion Week

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 01:56:00 +0000

London Fashion Week is halfway through. As usual London Fashion Week is the smallest of all the major fashion weeks, but creates some of the most creative looks. Bodyamr presented some amazing Grecian inspired clothes with wonderful draping. Hakaan showed excellent, architectural, and very short dresses that are great for the girl who wants to show her legs no matter how cold it is. The thing that pissed me off was Mark Fast. I am glad that Mark Fast uses plus size models in his shows, but just like last season, he decided to put them in completely unflattering clothes. I mean his clothes don't look all that great on the regular models either, but I thought he would have learned his lesson from last season. Put the models in clothes that fit. Don't just stuff them into clothes that purposely make them look fat to draw attention to that fact that you use plus size models. Photos from London Fashion Week.

Rose Cordero Cover French Vogue

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +0000

From Clutch Magazine:

Vogue Paris’ March cover is a milestone issue featuring it’s second Black model since Liya Kebede. Rose Cordero is a stunning site in Vuitton with some of the best styling we’ve seen in recent fashion pages. It’s a Spanish military influence with the use of knitwear, corsetry while the function of the belt takes on a different form as a neck-piece. Congrats to Cordero, clearly a rising star.

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Dresses for Fall 2010

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 04:46:00 +0000

Many of the designers during New York Fashion Week have been showing skinny pants, wide leg pants, leggings, and even shorts. Dresses have been really short or really long, extremely wide or extremely tight, and overly plain or overly ornate. There seems to be an absence of trends. Some designers chose knitwear or leather. Some silks and satins. I have been saying for a while that there aren't really any big trends. There a plenty of micro trends though. It is up to you to choose which one is for you. Photos from Style.com.

Women Are Doing It Big in NYC

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 01:24:00 +0000

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I hope you all like the new layout. I wanted to try something different. I am still trying to figure out how I can make my blog better and more aesthetically pleasing. Moving on! Designing women have been blowing up New York Fashion Week and giving it this WOW factor!

Victoria Beckham created very posh ladylike looks that I can't wait to see in editorials. The dresses were gorgeous. If I worked in an office/9to5 type job, I would totally wear her clothes. Betsey Johnson showed a collection that looked like something a Las Vegas saloon whore would wear. It was a great return for the runway for her. Everything had a signature Betsey Johnson look too it. Fashion should be fun and fancy free. Behnaz Sarafpour showed very wearable collection. She showed skinny and wide leg pants. Those styles aren't going anywhere. She also showed a little bit of fur. Photos from Style.com.

Torrid Spring Preview

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:47:00 +0000

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Torrid has released a video on their website which gives us a sneak preview of the spring collection. They have plaid looks, New Wave neon looks, and feminine floral looks. I feel like I like the floral looks the best. Which one do you like?

Fall 2010 Trends

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 05:33:00 +0000

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If you have been following the shows in New York, you have probably seen lots of leather, velvet, fur, menswear for women, and leggings. New York is telling the world that those are the trends that are in for the fall. PETA will not be happy about this. Two collections that used a bit of all of those elements were the Altuzarra and Alexander Wang collections. Photos from Style.com.

The Altuzarra collection had lots of leather, velvet, menswear influences. A lot of the pieces were very tight and structured. Some of the tuxedos and fur coats reminded me of Tom Ford's run at Gucci There was one catsuit that reminded me of Michelle Pfeiffer's Catwoman catsuit from Batman. Many of the leather pieces had stitching criss crossing along the outer parts of the garments.

The Alexander Wang collection had plenty of menswear, leather, and velvet to go around. Velvet was draped over the arms or made into short dresses. Some velvet hung from backpacks. Chunky platform heels were draped with the bottoms of extra long leggings. There was an excellent motorcycle jacket that Wang elongated all the way to the floor. Some people were put off by the menswear look in the collection. It was either a you like it or not collection. I must say, the unwearableness of the collection caught me off guard, but I can appreciate the art of it all.

New York Fashion Week Day Three

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 04:54:00 +0000

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New York Fashion Week Fall 2010 is looking pretty good. I haven't seen many collections that would make me say "Ummm what was that about?" There were a few but not as many as the Spring shows. Some of those shows were dreadful, but who knows? We are only on day three. Photos from Style.com.

Christian Siriano is moving quite along after winning Project Runway. You don't see many of the winners, or non-winners for that matter, doing much after the show. Only a handful make a successful career or build unto their old career after the show. Christian's collection was full of sophisticated dresses and pants for grown and confident women. I love the structured jackets. There was something very architectural about them. I also adored the evening gowns that blew many people who live tweeted the show away.

Canadian Jeremy Laing truly knows how to layer clothing. I suppose all those frigid Canadian winters taught him a thing or two. Pants, leggings, over-the-knee boots, shirts, and fur coats were expertly layered just enough to see each piece. Obviously the over-the-knee boot and the short body conscious dress aren't going anywhere. The graphic prints on the fabrics added something different to the mix as well.

New York Fashion Week Day Two

thefatandskinnyblog@gmail.com (thefatandskinnyonfashion) — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 07:05:00 +0000

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It's day two of fashion week, and the designers are bringing great fashion. Jenny Kao showed a dark, sculptural knit, leather, and fur based collection. I even saw a hot bodysuit in there. It looked like something the goth kids would wear in high school. I thought it was amazing. I really like that she tried evening wear. She needs some help, but Kao is off to a good start. Great collection. Prepare to see this on the Oak website next fall. The Cynthia Steffe collection reminded me of the sexy schoolgirl with the devil may care attitude. Shaun Kearney designed fur lined anoraks, flouncy skirts, and and knee high shocks. Perfect for the woman who wants to dress young but doesn't want to look ridiculous.*Cue Mariah Carey* The only thing I thought was out of place was the zebra looking skirt. That was kind of weird. I can't wait to see the school themed editorials that pop up in magazines. Photos from Style.com.