For Spring 2010 Asos launches a capsule collection made with Artisans from Africa in fair trade facilities. The collection features simple shapes using traditional prints. There has been a noticeable trend of African print in the recent collections of many designers. This is definitely the trend of the season.
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We all know that Lady Gaga’s fashion sense is one to be noticed, it’s only right that she comes out with a line of her own. Farrow is a London-based brand–whose collaborators include The Row, Alexander Wang and Dries Van Noten–recently teamed up with singer Róisín Murphy. It is no surprise that there are talks about Gaga teaming up to create a sunglasses collection. Hopefully they seal the deal and make it happen, this is something that we all will look forward to as summer quickly approaches.
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Check out these uniquely designed shoes! Finsk designer Julia Lundsten is following up her Project No. 1 line with the appropriate name Project No. 2, and these platforms are just an addition to this funky but fashionable line.
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FASHION WRITER ISOKE DAVIS, GIVES AN EDITORIAL ABOUT THE NEW PHASE OF THE KITTEN HEEL!
Yesterday, I cried. Long sobs of denial and rebellion rang through my body as I read that the platform had died. The reign of the six-inch sky highs had finally ended, and in its place, a shorter stubbier shoe would rule supreme. At a time when things are so shaky, isn’t it better to keep your feet firmly planted to the ground? Girls everywhere are falling for the practicality of a low heel or none existent heel. Who wouldn’t love the run from class to your internship or job without the inconvenience of hailing a cab or discreetly slipping your heel out on the metro ride? And, if you’re someone’s grandma you can run right to pick up your new tan orthopedics and Dr.Schouls in-soles from the nearest Wal-Greens.
Girls please! If the sky is the limit wouldn’t six inches up provide great morale to keep on reaching? Ready to wear for Spring 2010 brought us low heeled sandals paired with socks, one-inch kitten heels, and leveled straw wedges. I’ve never been more depressed. Seriously, have you seen what a good six inches can do for the leg? Higher heels give the impression of height, and the impression of height takes away at most two or three pounds. And as the runway trickles down to the department stores and malls of mass production, five foot three, one hundred and thirty five pound girls will soon forget also, in effort of keeping up with the trends. I urge them and scream from this keyboard, “Remember!” “Please, please remember what they did for you!”
There is not a single reshaper as useful and multifaceted as the six-inch plat form. Apparently this struggle of power has been going on forever. In fact, in June 2009 Andre Leon Talley challenged designers “to stop the madness and dream up a new way to define your silhouette!” And designers followed suite. Note the aforementioned runway looks. When Andre calls, one takes heed.
However, understand that it’s about being impeccably dressed at the right moment, in the right place, and in what makes YOU look your best. Girls with needle thiProxy-Connection: keep-alive
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legs should absolutely strap those kitten heels as a boy would strap on the coveted Air Forces and jump! Jump for the sky and trust that you will land with your feet firmly planted on the ground. After all you were only one inch off it to begin with. For the rest of us, go for that hidden platform and you keep those six inches; you’re almost touching the sky
Isoke Davis
Fashion Writer
The Urban Feed
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It is Fashion Week Time! As the fashion world has just concluded a number of fashion week events in the cities, such as DC, Paris, Milan, and of course New York City, there is much anticipation for the up and coming fashion weeks that will soon take place in the fall, but until then lets’ take a look back and recap what the latest was at New York City Fashion 2010:
At New York Fashion Week 2010 there were nearly 150 designers present. Beginning on Thursday February 11, and ending a week later, designers such as L.A.M.B Charlotte Ronson, Alexander Wang, Tracy Reese, Badgley Mischka, Jeremy Scott, and Ralph Lauren all took part in this annual event.
Each designer displayed his or her own creative ideals within their design. Designers such as Naeem Kahn, L.A.M.B, Brian Reyes, William Rast, Badgley Mischka, and John Barlett are just a miniscule representation of the designers during fashion week. Naeem Kahn’s designs were tribal with earth toned colored fabric, with various types of beads, sequin’s, and stones. William Rast’s designed were somewhat of an ode to hippy attire. Rast’s fall collection consisted of leather vests, cargo pants and jackets, as well as sweatshirts, with beaded headbands.
On the other hand, Brian Reese’s collection was more formal, including silk skirts, accentuated with ruffles. Also, knee length, form fitted dresses, with coordinating slacks and jackets. Reese also included fur boas and gloves, and silk crop tops with shorts, to name a few pieces. Badgley Mischka is also a formal designer, who can be known for the continual one-piece designs, whether it a knee length dress, a full-length gown, or a blouse with silk pants attached.
Designers L.A.M.B. and John Barlett both took a casual and modern approach to their designs this season. L.A.M.B. included herum pants, collared blouses, blazers and various types of crop tops. John Barlett’s season included blazers with tweed and pinstriped slacks, but with turtlenecks, bowties, and wool cable knit scarves.
Take a look at some of the styles that ripped the runway this season at NYFW 2010:
Aleia Woods and Isoke Davis
Fashion Writers
The Urban Feed
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Solange Knowles: Redefined Style
Hey, wait a minute. Isn’t that Beyonce’s sister? From long blond cornrows, to long black loose curls, to a breath taking, show stopping Caesar haircut, Solange Knowles’ progression over the past few years has not gone unnoticed. The transition from pursuit of pop star, to mother, to influential fashionista has landed Ms. Knowles a place on many blogs.
The look of the 2000s, for Solange at least, transpired at denim jackets with camisoles, accompanied by chain belts and cargo pants with heeled sandals. Although this style of dress may have possibly expired, even at that point, it nonetheless was a reflection of personality in sewn fabric.
Subsequent to Solange Knowles’ initial choice of style, the transition began. Introduced to the public in 2002, she began her fashion journey, and remained under the spotlight. Perhaps, her style came as a surprise to some because her sister is so fashionably inclined; however, one must keep in mind that one’s style is a reflection of their personality, in addition, she may have not been exposed and abundance to various styles of dress to adopt.
From 2004 to 2007, there was yet another noticeable in Solange’s style of dress. These revisions derived from red carpet influences, hence the change from classy dressed and long wavy hair, with heeled sandals, to chic, silk party dresses, alongside vibrant colors and shoes. Here, Ms. Knowles has defined herself with her style, which has led to her being fashionable and a role model to many.
The year is 2010 and Ms. Solange Knowles has definitely redefined her style. With her new short haircut, vibrant, and eclectic style, she is now known to most one of the most transformed fashion idols. Although the change has taken several years, it was definitely worth the wait. If you type Solange Knowles in your Google search, the primary links will direct you to sites displaying her newly developed fashion sense.
Aleia Woods
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As you may know Nicole Richie added shoes to her House of Harlow clothing line.
Her new spring 2010 shoe collection of embroidered, little flats and Navajo-inspired heels have a unique, ’70s boho feel. These shoes will look great with dresses or even a nice pair of cropped khaki pants. They are designed in a very chic and versatile manner, a definite musthave for spring and summer.
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Since bringing designer Jeremy Scott on board for the adidas Originals by Originals designer collection, he has brought many creative designs to the table. A new release for the spring features this metallic silver Three Tongue model. As the name suggests, three tongues are stacked onto each other as a not-so-subtle nod to the Three Stripes. It is clear that this a major difference in style from Adidas usual classic designs.
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2010 is looking like a great year for shoes! The gold chain and braid on the these Fendi Platforms are versatile and can be paired with a dress, skirt, or even pants or shorts. These are sure to turn heads once they hit the floor.
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DCFASHIONWEEK: Planete Chic Fall 2010 from The Urban Feed on Vimeo.
Planete Chic presented a luxurious show featuring designers Tatjana Tatalovic, Artemiza Cruz, and Ruben Gonzales at The Cultural Institute of Mexico as they showed off their Fall/Winter 2010 Collections.
Artemiza Cruz’s collection is called The LaVill. Her color trend for this collection was warm colors such as blacks and greys. One of the favorite pieces shown at DC Fashion Week was the zipper front black mini dress. Cruz uses great use of textures in shapes in her clothing. Her designs for her Fall/ Winter Collection is catered to the young, fashionable city woman.
Tatjana Tatalovic’s TATA collection was said to be the best line of the night. There was a point in her collection where it was all black, which is very sophisticated and chic. She utilizes shapes in a way that is flattering to a woman’s body. As her collection transitioned, we see a good use of color that is season appropriate such as magenta. The TATA Collection is very wearable and most importantly fashion forward for the modern woman.
The last collection was by Argentinian designer Ruben Gonzales. Mr. Gonzales’s collection was very classically styled, very different from the previous collections by LaVill and TATA. His clothing was contemporary with a hint of a modern twist. There were many beautifully crafted gowns that walked the runway in colors such as reds, golds, and also black. The Ruben Gonzales Collection for Fall 2010 is perfect for a night out a formal event.
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