Archive for November 2011



Now that summer is almost over the fashion world has already transitioned into the fall/winter season. One of the first things that buyers, magazine editors, and other fashion insiders always notice during runway shows is the use of color. More importantly, which colors are in and which ones are out?

How to Choose the Right Hue

One of the main color trends for the autumn/winter 2011 season is the use of actual color. Blacks and grays reigned supreme in previous years but this time, bright hues are being used and it isn’t even spring! Look for combinations of red, green, and yellow paired with neutral tones so the color really pops. For example, Anna Sui used shades of dark green and dark red but paired them with natural colors in order to add balance.

Camel is another color which is getting a lot of love this season because it’s neutral yet it comes in so many different and versatile shades (which is always a style plus). Camel can be hard to wear head to toe so don’t be afraid to add punches of other fall colors such as copper and mahogany, as well. The runways of Chloe illustrated this with long, camel-colored coats and hazel pants. Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, and Prada also demonstrated this trend beautifully.

The military trend has always been quite popular but this season, military hues (navy, khaki, and green) will be found all over the place. Also be on the lookout for military-style clothing to be paired with sexy accessories which add flair. Burberry Prorsum displayed this trend by combining strong, navy military blazers with sexy over-the-knee boots.



Fashion games are the latest craze among the girls at this point. They are a crucial resource available online that can help improve the fashion abilities for any girl. Even from the very early age, girls can log on to various websites to hone their skills of matching and contrasting the color palettes to bring out the best of the creativity in them.

Keeping an eye on the recent trends in dressing and the changes in the cuts according to the season’s hottest demands, are not a problem anymore, because aside fashion catalogues and magazines, there are a number of resources available online that can help provide one with this valuable information and much more. Thus, all one needs, from having fun to getting fashion news, is simply a click away from us.

For girls who are interested in the latest trends pertaining to clothes, accessories and makeup; the monitor can be transformed into canvases, where they can bring out the artists in them to create wonders. Not only can one practice and experiment with the help of computer, but also create their signature style in fashion. To enjoy the benefits of fashion games all one needs is the access to the World Wide Web. So for all those girls waiting to test their fashion skills, de-burden yourself of the measuring tapes and simply sift the wonderful world of the internet to jazz up your style this season.

Most of the fashion games revolve around dressing up options. There are games which entail the dressing up of almost all the popular fashion icons and fictional characters like, Barbie and Bratz, offering a dazzling array of clothes according to the scenarios and moods constructed in the games. One can also experiment with the fashion appeals from across the world to add life to the models by giving them a hint of Asian or European styles.

In the end, the new look that one has created online needs to be shared with others across the internet, which requires saving the files to special folders provided on the game servers. This allows some very memorable socializing moments for girls, which helps building their confidence and hones their grooming styles.

These games offer healthy activities to the girls all over the world, who can now spend quality time on the internet to reinvent fashion and bring challenging and innovative trends in the world of fashion. Fashion games can be readily accessed through the internet, which allow the gamers to accessorize and adorn one’s self with the recent trends in the market and spend fun filled moments of accomplishment and excitement. So spruce up the time you spend surfing, to create dazzling wonders in the world of fashion this season.



When you dream as a child about what you want to be when you grow up, fashion designer ranks high on the list for many who envision a glamorous lifestyle and a chance to influence the way society dresses. Being a fashion designer certainly does come with its benefits; but it is also a career that requires a balance between creativity and skill.

We need only to turn on the television or flip the pages of a magazine to see how fashion influences our culture. The way we dress on a daily basis, the clothing we run to the stores to purchase, all depend on what’s popular on the runways. And what’s popular on the runways is created by fashion designers. A fashion designer creates a look and makes it happen. But what people don’t see, as models strut the runway wearing the latest designs, is the enormous amount of work and skill that it takes to get to that bright shining moment.

A fashion designer must not only be skilled in the manufacturing of clothing – including knowledge of textiles and expertise in sewing – but also in sketching and drawing their designs. The savvy fashion designer understands color and how to use it to capture the essence of their design.

Becoming a fashion designer means attending a reputable school that teaches design, sewing, textiles, and the like. It is imperative that you learn the fundamentals of design before you add your own creativity and flair. Even more important, however, is the working knowledge that you can gain working as an intern or apprentice in an established shop. Working alongside a fashion designer who can give you firsthand experiences and help you build your portfolio is incredibly important to becoming a fashion designer. It’s all about experience. So take all that you can from school but put your skills to use – everywhere and anywhere that you can. A strong portfolio that demonstrates your talent and desire to work in the industry will go a long way to helping you realize your dream of becoming a fashion designer.