Is it Really a Collection Without Clothes?

A nautical theme for a spring/summer show is nothing new. But the designer Alexis Mabille took the idea down to its fundamentals swimsuits and underwear. His show consisted largely of well-toned men walking the runway in their skivvies, with the odd white hoodie, navy striped shirt or anchor and chain print pants thrown in for good measure.Alexis Mabille, spring/summer 2012 menswear

The lack of actual clothing felt like a shortage of inspiration rather than a design choice. And the result was that, with this collection, Mr. Mabille missed the boat.

Blackbird designers ( left) Sidney Owino and Zeddie Lukoe showcase some of their creations. Courtesy

Kenyan denim-wear designer has caught the eyes of international fashion trendsetters, and it is their voguish stitch trench coats, jeans, boyfriend jackets that have booked them a slot in the upcoming African Fashion Week New York that celebrates African-American and Afro- Caribbean clothes makers.

New York, Paris, London and Milan continue to be the big cities of the fashion industry and for Blackbird Designs jeans and denim outfits to be showcased in these towns, lifts them to a new level above the rest of most Kenyan designers.

Blackbird Designs clothes have been worn by some of the leading entertainers in Kenya, musicians Gabu of P-Unit and Sauti Sol are some of the customers, and is likely to be seen on the streets and clothes shops in New York, Paris and other world cities after the July exhibition.

The four-year old fashion house, owned by Zeddie Lukoe and Sidney Owino, will be the first male designers from East Africa to take part in this prestigious fashion week in one of the most influential cities when it comes to fashion. It will be our first international platform to show our designs, says Mr Owino.

This is a great opportunity to grow our house, he said. The Blackbird Designs house specialises in African urban fashion street wear with their primary fabric being denim. They design and stitch trench coats, jeans, half coats, boyfriend jackets and print t-shirts on demand for both men and women.

The African Fashion Week New York started in 2008, with the slogan Where Fashion Began, and is held every year in July. It is a luxury multi-day that include runway shows, vendor exhibition, and industry networking events, with the sole purpose of raising awareness of African fashion and entertainment professionals all over the world.

The event attracts world clothes buyers and industry influencers who get a chance to talk one-on-one with the African designers as well over 2,000 people in attendance. The buyers will be looking for talent. So we have to make sure that the designs are different and on point, said Mr Owino.

Impressed

So how did they manage to get an invite to the African-much admired fashion show? While attending a local music event, the two designers met an American lady who works at Calvin Klein an American design house that has revolutionised the way the world thought about jeans. She challenged them to design and make her something that she would not find in New York, where she lived, or anywhere else.

They made a trouser, she was impressed and asked them to send photos of their work. Then next thing they got in their e-mail was an invite to showcase their work in the African Fashion Week New York along with KikoRomeo, another well known local designer. The event has 25 designers showing including the winner ofOrigin Africa Designer Showcase that was held in Mauritius in March of this year, Fikirte Addis from Ethiopia.

Blackbird Designs plan to show a collection of 15 garments; five for women and 10 for men. The fashion house makes 70 per cent men wear and 30 per cent ladies wear, targeting young professionals. This being their first international platform, they sorted the mentorship of John Kaveke to put their collection together. Mr Kaveke is one of the leading male fashion designers in Kenya and has wealthy of experience in putting together runaway collections.

Fashion house

For Mr Lukoe and Mr Owino, who met in high school in a fine art class, fashion has give them the chance to practise what they love most art. In fashion, they say, the cut is what is the art bit and is the fundamental part of any piece of clothing. If the material is not cut well, the end result will be an appalling garment.

Having known each other for a long time, the partnership works well because they have learnt to listen to each other. They usually come up with designs together. They love for denim shows in their non-denim outfits like the riveting the pockets. This is a common detail in jeans and denim jackets.

You can do so much with denim it is so volatile and unisex, says Mr Lukoe.

Nostalgia

Backstage after the Julius show, the Japanese designer Tatsuro Horikawa was feeling nostalgic. His summer 2012 creations were a look back, he said, to the birth of the brand.

For fans of the label, this meant a familiar collection. The Toyko street style clothing had fitted wrinkled leather jackets, an asymmetrical layering of fabrics and an urban color palette of asphalt, concrete and white. The show was visually striking, concisely encompassing the urban warrior vibe that the brand is known for, but forward motion is always a crucial ingredient for any brand yearning to grow.

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Fashion Tips For Teen Boys

If most grown men have a hard time with fashion, then young men can use all the help they can get. If you are a teenaged male, here are some fashion tips that will prevent you from looking like an idiot.

1. Pull your pants up! The exposed boxer look has been played more than your Xbox.

2. Leave the eyeliner alone. Sure there are lots of girls who like guys who wear makeup and skinny jeans. The emo fad is just that...a fad. Years from now you'll look at a picture of yourself with your girly haircut and guy-liner and feel the same way my mom does when she looks at picture of herself with a spiral perm, teased bangs, and a Def Leppard t-shirt.

3. Don't wear tank tops or muscle shirts unless you actually have muscles.

4. Explore outerwear. Yes, there's more to outerwear than hoodies. Pea coats, cardigans, sweaters, jackets and trench coats are just some examples.

5. If you are a white kid from Omaha, don't dress like a gangsta. You ain't fooling no one, home slice.

6. They make lots of different types of shoes, not just sneakers.

7. If you can only afford one really great and expensive piece of clothing, buy a great pair of shoes. Good shoes can make a bad outfit look great, and bad shoes can make even an Armani suit look awful.

8. Avoid wearing any kind of shirt that has the likeness of a race car driver emblazoned on the front, unless you're going to Walmart.

9. Avoid wearing any kind of shirt that has an immature saying on the front. Save the shirt that says "Certified Bikini Inspector" for college, where you can blend in with other immature hormone-driven frat boys wearing shirts with stupid slogans printed across the front.

10. Develop your fashion sense by reading and studying magazines like GQ or Esquire. You'll be surprised how much you can learn with a magazine subscription.

Fashion sense is something that is developed with time and life experience. Don't be fooled into thinking that fashion sense is something you have to be born with. That simply is not true. By following the ten tips and suggestions listed above, you can develop a decent sense of fashion before you head off to college.

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Is it Really a Collection Without Clothes?

A nautical theme for a spring/summer show is nothing new. But the designer Alexis Mabille took the idea down to its fundamentals swimsuits and underwear. His show consisted largely of well-toned men walking the runway in their skivvies, with the odd white hoodie, navy striped shirt or anchor and chain print pants thrown in for good measure.Alexis Mabille, spring/summer 2012 menswear

The lack of actual clothing felt like a shortage of inspiration rather than a design choice. And the result was that, with this collection, Mr. Mabille missed the boat.

Blackbird designers ( left) Sidney Owino and Zeddie Lukoe showcase some of their creations. Courtesy

Kenyan denim-wear designer has caught the eyes of international fashion trendsetters, and it is their voguish stitch trench coats, jeans, boyfriend jackets that have booked them a slot in the upcoming African Fashion Week New York that celebrates African-American and Afro- Caribbean clothes makers.

New York, Paris, London and Milan continue to be the big cities of the fashion industry and for Blackbird Designs jeans and denim outfits to be showcased in these towns, lifts them to a new level above the rest of most Kenyan designers.

Blackbird Designs clothes have been worn by some of the leading entertainers in Kenya, musicians Gabu of P-Unit and Sauti Sol are some of the customers, and is likely to be seen on the streets and clothes shops in New York, Paris and other world cities after the July exhibition.

The four-year old fashion house, owned by Zeddie Lukoe and Sidney Owino, will be the first male designers from East Africa to take part in this prestigious fashion week in one of the most influential cities when it comes to fashion. It will be our first international platform to show our designs, says Mr Owino.

This is a great opportunity to grow our house, he said. The Blackbird Designs house specialises in African urban fashion street wear with their primary fabric being denim. They design and stitch trench coats, jeans, half coats, boyfriend jackets and print t-shirts on demand for both men and women.

The African Fashion Week New York started in 2008, with the slogan Where Fashion Began, and is held every year in July. It is a luxury multi-day that include runway shows, vendor exhibition, and industry networking events, with the sole purpose of raising awareness of African fashion and entertainment professionals all over the world.

The event attracts world clothes buyers and industry influencers who get a chance to talk one-on-one with the African designers as well over 2,000 people in attendance. The buyers will be looking for talent. So we have to make sure that the designs are different and on point, said Mr Owino.

Impressed

So how did they manage to get an invite to the African-much admired fashion show? While attending a local music event, the two designers met an American lady who works at Calvin Klein an American design house that has revolutionised the way the world thought about jeans. She challenged them to design and make her something that she would not find in New York, where she lived, or anywhere else.

They made a trouser, she was impressed and asked them to send photos of their work. Then next thing they got in their e-mail was an invite to showcase their work in the African Fashion Week New York along with KikoRomeo, another well known local designer. The event has 25 designers showing including the winner ofOrigin Africa Designer Showcase that was held in Mauritius in March of this year, Fikirte Addis from Ethiopia.

Blackbird Designs plan to show a collection of 15 garments; five for women and 10 for men. The fashion house makes 70 per cent men wear and 30 per cent ladies wear, targeting young professionals. This being their first international platform, they sorted the mentorship of John Kaveke to put their collection together. Mr Kaveke is one of the leading male fashion designers in Kenya and has wealthy of experience in putting together runaway collections.

Fashion house

For Mr Lukoe and Mr Owino, who met in high school in a fine art class, fashion has give them the chance to practise what they love most art. In fashion, they say, the cut is what is the art bit and is the fundamental part of any piece of clothing. If the material is not cut well, the end result will be an appalling garment.

Having known each other for a long time, the partnership works well because they have learnt to listen to each other. They usually come up with designs together. They love for denim shows in their non-denim outfits like the riveting the pockets. This is a common detail in jeans and denim jackets.

You can do so much with denim it is so volatile and unisex, says Mr Lukoe.

Nostalgia

Backstage after the Julius show, the Japanese designer Tatsuro Horikawa was feeling nostalgic. His summer 2012 creations were a look back, he said, to the birth of the brand.

For fans of the label, this meant a familiar collection. The Toyko street style clothing had fitted wrinkled leather jackets, an asymmetrical layering of fabrics and an urban color palette of asphalt, concrete and white. The show was visually striking, concisely encompassing the urban warrior vibe that the brand is known for, but forward motion is always a crucial ingredient for any brand yearning to grow.

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Can You Make Money as a Fashion Designer?

Do you have a love for fashion? If that love includes designing your own clothes or fashion accessories, like handbags, have you ever thought about making a living as a fashion designer? When it comes to being a fashion designer, many individuals feel that it is a dream of theirs that just isnt destined to become a reality. While this is sometimes the case, it doesnt always have to be. With the right willpower and the need to succeed, you can easily make money as a fashion designer.

When it comes to making money as a fashion designer, many individuals believe that they can only be successful if they see their designs on the runways in New York or Paris. While this would definitely help, you dont have to be a famous, well-known fashion designer to make money as one. Did you know that you can make money as a fashion designer making your own clothes right from your own living room or home office? You can and if you would like to know more on how you can go about doing so, you will want to read on.

As you likely already know, many fashion designers start out with simple drawings on paper. Many have the dream of turning their drawings into real pieces of clothing or fashion accessories; therefore, many do so. What is nice about making a living as a fashion designer is that you have a number of different options. For instance, if you were just starting out small, to see how your designs would sell, you can not only be the designer, but the maker as well. If you would like to hire assistance, either right away or after your business took off, you could do as well.

If you are interested in starting your own fashion design business, you will want to think about having your own online website. In fact, many fashion designers sell their products exclusively on their own online websites, not in some big fancy fashion store. Of course, if your fashions take off, you could later choose to do so if you want. If you also want to sell your own fashions locally, you may want to think about renting some business space. If you carefully choose your space, you cannot only have a sales floor, but you may also be able to have a warehouse where you can make and store your fashions. This ideal if you are interested in running both an online fashion store and a storefront one.

If you have been interested in being a fashion designer for a while now, there is a good chance that already have some of the many supplies needed. For instance, you probably already have a large selection of drawing materials, a sewing machine, and likely even a collection of fabrics. If that is the case, you will find that the startup costs associated with getting your fashion design business up and running are minimal. For many, it is the cost of starting a business that poses the biggest problem, but it may not necessarily be a problem for you.

Of course, when it comes to running a business, even just a small one, you need to remember to abide by all local, state, and federal laws. For more information on running a small business, like a fashion design business, out of your home, you may want to think about speaking with your local government officials. If they cannot assist you, they should be able to point you in the direction of someone who can.

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Buy High Quality H&m Clothing at Affordable Prices

Hennes & Martiz AB (H&M), a Sweden based company, offers clothing for men, women and children at affordable prices. H&M clothing provides high quality and fashionable clothes even for celebrities such as Madonna; and high profile executives. Erling Persson had founded H&M in Sweden in the year 1947 to market clothing for women. The company later expanded to include mens apparel. H&M Clothing sells its products across the world in over 37 nations. Fashion world works nonstop and many stores already gearing to introduce fashion wear for the next season. H&M is already in the race with its trendy fashion wear for men, women and children. The company offers its fashion clothing to consumers seeking high end fashion. H&M Clothing has unveiled H&M Dress having mesh frills targeting women. Its features include beauty and comfort. The dress is made with comfortable jersey material to fit each and every curvature of your body nicely. It is offered in various colors including black, blue, beige and pink colors. It is designed in such a way to fit nicely on your thighs improving your feminine feeling with adorable fashion. It comes with mesh frills surrounding the neck. So, you dont need to wear Jewelry to enhance your beauty. It is suitable for house wives, office going women and for women, who intend to attend conferences. It offers a stunning look. H&M Clothing also offers Heart Pattern Dress. It is another good quality dress from H&M for women, who intend to improve their feminine look with small frills surrounding the bust. It has a zipper on the back side. It is designed in such a way to offer stunning look with a small necklace. The dress is made with 100 percent organic cotton. The trendy pattern dress is offered at attractive price. It improves your sexy appearance with comfort. You can wear it either in office, conference and anywhere you wish. H&M Clothing also offers clothes and accessories for men. Mens collection includes outerwear, jackets and fashion garments reflecting the recent fashion trends. The company offers good quality suits along with suitable shirts, ties and knitwear. It also offers accessories including pyjamas, underwear and socks for men. H&M Clothing is well known for offering fashion clothing for women, men, children and teenagers. The company also offers Lanvin brand fashion clothing for women and men. The company sells all types of clothes suitable for women, men and children at affordable prices. Other companies sell clothes meeting the latest fashion trends at hefty prices, whereas H&M sells high quality fashion wear at lowest possible prices. More over it also offers discounts ranging from 20% to 50% when you buy multiple items.

See more about H&M clothing.

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Stylish Women's Golf Clothing

Women'sgolfapparel has come a long way in the past few years, and is available in an unprecedented number of styles and sizes - including, thankfully, plus-sizegolfclothing. Here's an overview of this season's offerings:

Bette & Court

Bette & Court offers four collections: Samba, Sundance, Zanzibar, and Swing. Their women'sgolfclothing includes sleeveless and short-sleeved tops with zip collars and contrasting trim that feature moisture-wicking fabric, and capris in knit, microfiber, and moisture-wicking fabrications. Argyle V-neck sweaters and plaid capris offer a fashionable alternative to solids and block colors.

EP Pro

EP Pro takes women'sgolfclothing to the next level with color and prints in seven collections: Finding Nemo, Kapalua, Safari, Sandcastle, Sawgrass, Zanzibar, Potpourri, and Urban Jungle. Floral printgolfskorts and poplin plaid skorts are just the beginning of the fashion story, with argyle sleeveless shells, cuffed pedal pushers, and coordinating quilted bags rounding out the tale.

Fairway & Greene

Fairway & Greene kick the basics up a notch with their Fun in the Sun, Spring Fling, Maple Ridge, and Northern Lights collections. Sleeveless, cap sleeves, short sleeves, and 3/4 sleeves give women the choices they want, while windsweaters and microfleece vests provide warmth even when your best shots leave you out in the cold.

Sport Haley

Sport Haley keeps it elemental - as in their Earth, Wind, Fire, and Water collections. Their Aerocool polo shirts incorporate spandex for maximum comfort, while their webbing belts provide just the right accessorizing touch. Sport Haley's Aerogreen Italian women's golf shoesare classics - durable, comfortable, and timeless.

Tehama

With eight collections, Tehama offers unprecedented choices. Flaming Star,DesertTrail, Lunch at the Club, Picnic by the Lake, Team Match, Snowy River,Blind Dates, and Dances with Wolves provide everything from simple polos to striped capris. What sets Tehama apart is their aprs-golfapparel, which includes a stunning embellished sweater Cardigan.

Shopping for Women'sGolfClothing

While shopping for women'sgolfclothing in retail shops can be fun, the selection is all too often limited. Online sources of women'sgolfapparel can do what country clubs can't - carry a wide variety of styles and sizes from the top brand names. Those that specialize in women's apparel only have their fingers on the pulse of the fashion world, and can offer you the choices you want and need.

Whether you're on the fairway or in the clubhouse, it's important to look your best. Today's women'sgolfclothing offers an incredible variety of fashion choices designed to allow you to play in comfort and style - both on and off the course.

Women'sgolfapparel has come a long way in the past few years, and is available in an unprecedented number of styles and sizes - including, thankfully, plus-sizegolfclothing. Here's an overview of this season's offerings:

Bette & Court

Bette & Court offers four collections: Samba, Sundance, Zanzibar, and Swing. Their women'sgolfclothing includes sleeveless and short-sleeved tops with zip collars and contrasting trim that feature moisture-wicking fabric, and capris in knit, microfiber, and moisture-wicking fabrications. Argyle V-neck sweaters and plaid capris offer a fashionable alternative to solids and block colors.

EP Pro

EP Pro takes women'sgolfclothing to the next level with color and prints in seven collections: Finding Nemo, Kapalua, Safari, Sandcastle, Sawgrass, Zanzibar, Potpourri, and Urban Jungle. Floral printgolfskorts and poplin plaid skorts are just the beginning of the fashion story, with argyle sleeveless shells, cuffed pedal pushers, and coordinating quilted bags rounding out the tale.

Fairway & Greene

Fairway & Greene kick the basics up a notch with their Fun in the Sun, Spring Fling, Maple Ridge, and Northern Lights collections. Sleeveless, cap sleeves, short sleeves, and 3/4 sleeves give women the choices they want, while windsweaters and microfleece vests provide warmth even when your best shots leave you out in the cold.

Sport Haley

Sport Haley keeps it elemental - as in their Earth, Wind, Fire, and Water collections. Their Aerocool polo shirts incorporate spandex for maximum comfort, while their webbing belts provide just the right accessorizing touch. Sport Haley's Aerogreen Italian women'sgolf shoesare classics - durable, comfortable, and timeless.

Tehama

With eight collections, Tehama offers unprecedented choices. Flaming Star,DesertTrail, Lunch at the Club, Picnic by the Lake, Team Match, Snowy River,Blind Date, and Dances with Wolves provide everything from simple polos to striped capris. What sets Tehama apart is their aprs-golfapparel, which includes a stunning embellished sweatercardigan.

Shopping for Women'sGolfClothing

While shopping for women'sgolfclothing in retail shops can be fun, the selection is all too often limited. Online sources of women'sgolfapparel can do what country clubs can't - carry a wide variety of styles and sizes from the top brand names. Those that specialize in women's apparel only have their fingers on the pulse of the fashion world, and can offer you the choices you want and need.

Whether you're on the fairway or in the clubhouse, it's important to look your best. Today's women'sgolfclothing offers an incredible variety of fashion choices designed to allow you to play in comfort and style - both on and off the course.

Women'sgolfapparel has come a long way in the past few years, and is available in an unprecedented number of styles and sizes - including, thankfully, plus-sizegolfclothing. Here's an overview of this season's offerings:

Bette & Court

Bette & Court offers four collections: Samba, Sundance, Zanzibar, and Swing. Their women'sgolfclothing includes sleeveless and short-sleeved tops with zip collars and contrasting trim that feature moisture-wicking fabric, and capris in knit, microfiber, and moisture-wicking fabrications. Argyle V-neck sweaters and plaid capris offer a fashionable alternative to solids and block colors.

EP Pro

EP Pro takes women'sgolfclothing to the next level with color and prints in seven collections: Finding Nemo, Kapalua, Safari, Sandcastle, Sawgrass, Zanzibar, Potpourri, and Urban Jungle. Floral printgolfskorts and poplin plaid skorts are just the beginning of the fashion story, with argyle sleeveless shells, cuffed pedal pushers, and coordinating quilted bags rounding out the tale.

Fairway & Greene

Fairway & Greene kick the basics up a notch with their Fun in the Sun, Spring Fling, Maple Ridge, and Northern Lights collections. Sleeveless, cap sleeves, short sleeves, and 3/4 sleeves give women the choices they want, while windsweaters and microfleece vests provide warmth even when your best shots leave you out in the cold.

Sport Haley

Sport Haley keeps it elemental - as in their Earth, Wind, Fire, and Water collections. Their Aerocool polo shirts incorporate spandex for maximum comfort, while their webbing belts provide just the right accessorizing touch. Sport Haley's Aerogreen Italian women'sgolf shoesare classics - durable, comfortable, and timeless.

Tehama

With eight collections, Tehama offers unprecedented choices. Flaming Star,DesertTrail, Lunch at the Club, Picnic by the Lake, Team Match, Snowy River,Blind Date, and Dances with Wolves provide everything from simple polos to striped capris. What sets Tehama apart is their aprs-golfapparel, which includes a stunning embellished sweatercardigan.

Shopping for Women'sGolfClothing

While shopping for women'sgolfclothing in retail shops can be fun, the selection is all too often limited. Online sources of women'sgolfapparel can do what country clubs can't - carry a wide variety of styles and sizes from the top brand names. Those that specialize in women's apparel only have their fingers on the pulse of the fashion world, and can offer you the choices you want and need.

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Fears Behind False Fashion

False Fashion is it for you? What you have to bear in mind when keeping up with all the newest trend is, that never once were you in the designer/s thoughts when putting his/her creation together.

How many times have you cringed at styles knowing at the back of your mind how hideous you would look dressed in what was designed for the catwalk?

Top designer labels do not come cheap and can be quite expensive leaving you broke because you want to keep up with the Jones's Ever felt stupid when attired up to nines to stop the jibes from your friends, keeping up with fashion is all well and good, but if you are not comfortable with your appearance then do something about it. Start by ignoring nasty remarks, true friends do not pass judgement unless in your favour.

It makes sense to put your own fashion ideas to use and into the bargain cost effective. Design your own label? Who knows may be your friends will want a piece of the action. Top designers started this way.

When out shopping; find a shop selling quality gear for half the price of what it would cost to dress in designer gear. You will find similar or duplicated designs to the latest craze in most stores. Is the content of your wallet/purse holding you back from making a purchase. Then get yourself to the local second hand shop and pick up a bargain.

Stick with the trend by wearing the colours in fashion. Charity shops donate to good causes, so as well as looking a million dollars you help the starving people of the world.

Uneasy with the new boob tube where the bare fleshy stomach is on full view, then narrow it down to a glimpse for the onlooker, add a little lace tassels or beads.

Belts do not do down well for the pleasantly plump, okay so we find an alternative. Gather leather strips, braid/plait them together then hang the twisted menagerie loosely around the waist add a little glitter to spice it up, this will not only look effective but complement your size.

How to get away with no boots if money is tight

Buy a closed in shoe then get a matching pair of coloured knee/ankle length socks and hey presto from a distance a pair of boots How good is that?

What is the point of expensive designer labels when the only person that gets to see that new outfit is you? all because the bank balance states 0.00 where you do not get to party till your next payday, and by then with the fashion industry as it is, the oufit may well be past its sell by date.

False fashion is what it is. Your height, weight, skin type was never taken into account by the designer unlike the rich stars. How on earth can you look your best by other folks choices? Think about it if anyone knows what will suit you? is you.

is a great place to start if you were thinking about dressmaking or looking for information on teaching yourself the in's and out's of getting on in this life.

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