It is so refreshing to see Fashion Design Houses going beyond the ordinary to the extraordinary.
Lanvin is one of those design houses that are using real people to model designs for its 2012 fall/winter advertising campaign. I have been shouting from the rooftops that more designers should use not only models; but people of all different shapes, sizes and ages. I can only speak for myself; but I can relate to someone who has a similar shape or size as me. Seeing a person with a similar shape shows me how the outfit will look on me. Seeing someone similar is also very psychological because I can see in my psyche how I think the piece of apparel will look on me. For example, pants are a hard for me to buy online because of the fit can be a little difficult. My waist is small and my hips come out a little bit. It is a God-send to see someone online with my similar shape because it prevents me from having to return clothes that don’t fit because I guessed how they would look on me.
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The beautiful lady in the above photograph is a young 82. This is so cool that she is one of the “real people included in Lanvin’s 2012 winter ad campaign. We all are real people no matter if we are on in the glam world or not we all matter. I feel that it’s fine to see models in designer clothes but there’s a different connection when you see a designer use real people from all walks of like in various sizes in their ad campaign is so refreshing.
Fall 2012 Lanvin dress, Nordstroms.com
This is a real model in this picture. I heart this dress.
Fall 2012 Lanvin Floral Painted Strapless Dress $3,795.00
The fashion magazines would be completely different if we started seeing real people in them. What is real people to you? Does it matter to you to see a real person you can relate to versus seeing a model in a magazine?
My definition of real people: there is no definition because we all are real people, we are only from different walks of life.
We cannot single out certain sizes and say that size is the ideal to be beautiful. Little girls need to know that they are beautiful and to focus on health first and foremost. If we have more realistic fashion advertisements; we can change a generations way of thinking that they have to achieve one certain look. Be free to be yourself!
This is very hopeful that the fashion industry is starting to realize that all shapes and sizes buy their designs so their ads should start reflecting who that consumer is. What do you think?
It’s hot, hot, hot! Suppose to be 105 degrees today. If you are battling the heat, make sure you drink plenty of water and take it easy. Hair is up and protected today, added a scarf for pizazz!
I have a passion for music, it’s in my blood. My mother would often tell me that when I was a little wee toddler,she would put me on top of the table at the barbecue place and I would sing my little heart out and dance. Man, I don’t have any pictures to prove it! Well, I am not singing on any tables today but I enjoy listening to all types of music, dancing and playing piano for relaxation. I really have to schedule piano practicing time because I don’t want to have to re-practice what I have already studied (which has been happening). I use to put in hours at a time but I really have to schedule time now. Even if i am playing scales it winds me down and relaxes me. It relaxes my puppies too because they are usually sitting at my feet while I am playing.
I don’t know about you but I can be sound asleep and if I hear music or a tune I am wide awake and wondering where that sound is coming from. Does music get you up and moving?
I am starting to do periodic music reviews. It may be of a CD that has came out, an old tune asking if you remember when or something that I may have found that you may have never heard before.
Christian Recording artist, Damita Haddon, wife of Stellar Award Winner Deitrick Haddon just came out with her latest CD, “Anticipation” yesterday so it’s brand new. The songs are upbeat and minister full of joy to the soul and encouraging words of never quitting in the midst of any battle because God is with us always.
Much success to her on the latest CD.
One of my favorite Damita Haddon videos is from 2008 called “No Looking Back.”
You can listen to excerpts of the new album “Anticipation” here or on iTunes.
I have seen all kinds of owl jewelry; but I really did not find anything that appealed to me. That is, until I saw these earrings.
I was walking through Macy’s with my hubby a couple weeks ago and I spotted these bad boys. I had to have them.
The earrings had the nerve to be on sale for $9.00. You can’t beat that with a stick.
The gold finish of the feathers of the owl and the black eyes make this earring a intricate part of my jewelry choices because they can be work with any ensemble.
So pretty!!! Owls are so mysterious and beautiful. These earrings always make me smile.
Do you have any animal jewelry? Are you following the owl trend.
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I am continuing with Part 2 of my “Beat the Heat Dress Series.” It’s hot almost everywhere so it’s important to keep cool; but still look good at the same time. When it is hot, I do everything that I need to get done in the early mornings because I don’t want to be out in the heat and humidity later in the day. I eat light and drink lots of water to stay hydrated.
I wore this outfit to work. The silk dress is by Isaac Mizrahi for this QVC line. I believe the silk blouse is from Chadwicks.
Silk is so cool and breathable and it is a must-have for the summer. Silk is one of my favorite go-to fabrics because it will not cling to your body when the temperature starts to rise.
This dress is perfect for every occasion. Today I wore it to work. I could also wear to church, or going out for the evening.
The print on this dress reminds me of Monet.
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The next time that polyester dress you have been wearing is clinging to your body and cannot breathe in it; consider silk as an alternative option to beat that summer heat.
My elegant readers have loved my cameo cuff so much that it has inspired me to do a post about it. I so enjoying wearing all sorts of jewelry; but cameos are my favorites. Today, I will talk show some of my fashion cameo pieces, the vintage aura about them always keeps me on the look out for a treasure.
How can you tell if your cameo is a fashion piece or not?
Yes, there is a way to know if your cameo is real or not.
Hold it up to any light and if you can see the light through it’s a real cameo. If you don’t see the light, it is a fashion piece. The cameo cuff bracelet below is one of my favorites, the cameo is real and the cuff is made of base metal and enamel so its a fashion piece. The cuff is sturdy and wears well, it goes with everything.
This picture is the Amedeo NYC Lettera D’Amore 3 piece bangle bracelet set. The bangle bracelets looked so vintage romantic to me. The small cameos are covered with resin so the bangles are very strong. This is a set that will go with everything, I can wear them together or mix them with my other bracelets.
This line Amedeo NYC by Amedeo Scognamiglio is more fashion forward inspired and on trend. This cuff is timeless because it’s so modern and different.
This fashion cuff that I purchased is from Palm Beach jewelry about a year ago. It may not be on its website, but it’s so pretty. The cameo, fan pearls, faux ruby on the cuff are fashion inspirations.
How do I take care for my fashion cameo bracelets?
If the cameo is real I use a small amount of olive oil or canola or vegetable oil and wipe it gently with a cloth. I use a dry cloth for the cuff or bangle part of the bracelet. If the cameo is not real I take a dry cloth and gently wipe it if I see in dust or lint on it.
Cameos remind me of a romantic era in time, every time I look at my cameo cuff it makes me smile.
Next week I will show you some of my real cameos in silver and gold.
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