i - Fashion Blogs - Fashion Industry Network2024-03-29T05:51:03Zhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/iHair Care in the Summer – 8 Basic Rules You Need to Followhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/hair-care-in-the-summer-8-basic-rules-you-need-to-follow2019-04-06T12:05:08.000Z2019-04-06T12:05:08.000ZKat Duffhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/KatDuff<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843991457,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843991457,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="8843991457?profile=original" /></a></p><p></p><p>Summer is a long-awaited time for all girls, you can finally take off your jackets and enjoy the hot sun, but for hair, this period is considered stress. Let's see what is detrimental to our hair in the summer.</p><p> </p><ol><li><strong>The sun</strong> - It dehydrates hair, as a result, it becomes drier, more fragile and brittle. Our hair has a complex structure; it contains protein, as well as various amino acids, vitamins and pigments. The sun emits several types of ultraviolet rays that are detrimental to our hair. Beta rays can destroy the hair pigment, this applies to both natural pigment and coloured hair, and Alpha rays destroy the hair cuticle, so the hair becomes dull, dry, and loses its elasticity.</li></ol><p> </p><ol start="2"><li><strong>Water and wind</strong> - The most frequent spores are caused by sea water and what does it bring to the hair - benefit or harm? Sea salt adversely affects the hair, salt molecules penetrate into the hair structure and slowly destroy it. But you can not only talk about the dangers of sea water, for example, but seawater is also very useful for the scalp because it contains many minerals and trace elements that can strengthen the bulbs. However, the hair itself is greatly affected by the salt water, the hot sun and the warm wind. If we talk about freshwater bodies and rivers, their influence on the hair cannot be called positive. They contain dirt, bacteria and microbes, which also adversely affect our hair.</li></ol><p> </p><p><strong>Summer Hair Care - Basic Rules</strong></p><p>To keep your hair healthy and beautiful in summer, they need special care. If you follow all the rules below, you can protect your hair to the maximum and forget about such problems as dryness, breakage, lack of lustre and section.</p><ol><li><strong>Shampooing</strong></li></ol><p>In the summer, the hair and scalp are contaminated much faster; this contributes to street dust, sweat, styling products, etc. Therefore, washing becomes a fairly frequent procedure that needs to be approached wisely.</p><p> </p><ul><li>First, you need to find the right hair shampoo. It should be lightweight, suitable for frequent use and for any type of hair. The composition should contain moisturizing ingredients (jojoba oil, herbal extracts, essential oils, panthenol, vitamins, biotin, etc.) and silicone oils that help retain moisture in the hair (dimethicone, cyclodemethicone).</li></ul><p> </p><ul><li>Secondly, the water should not be warm, not hot, and rinse the hair better with cool or even cold water, it will close the hair scales and they will be smooth.</li></ul><p> </p><ul><li>Third, you need to wash your hair as it gets dirty, even if it happens every day or every other day. Since sebum and dirt that accumulate on the scalp clog pores, oxygen does not flow to the bulbs and they weaken.</li></ul><p> </p><ol start="2"><li><strong>Masks and balms</strong></li></ol><p>The use of a mask or balm for hair after washing is required. For the summer period, it is better to choose a moisturizing conditioner and a nourishing mask. Conditioner to use every time after washing and the mask is enough 1 time per week. Also, pay attention to cosmetics with UV protective filters. They create a thin layer on the hair that protects the hair from the sun.</p><p> </p><ol start="3"><li><strong>Use indelible funds</strong></li></ol><p>Such means are indispensable in the hot period; it can be sprays, creams, oils, serums, etc. Such funds are applied to dry or wet hair after washing; they moisturize and protect the hair, while not making them heavier. You can also choose funds marked Sun or SPF.</p><p> </p><ol start="4"><li><strong>Cover your hair from the sun</strong></li></ol><p>Summer is the time to try to add something new to your look and pay attention to hats, handkerchiefs, and caps. Of course, all this is necessary in order to protect the hair. If you are not long in the sun, then this rule can be neglected, observing the above points. However, if you are going to spend, for example, on the beach all day or are going on vacation to hot countries, the use of a headdress is a must! They will not only protect your hair, but also you from sunstroke.</p><p> </p><ol start="5"><li><strong>Do not forget about oil</strong></li></ol><p>You can use the usual cosmetic oils; they are natural and will perform not only a protective function but also restoring. The basic rule is to choose light oils (for example, grape seed oil, jojoba oil, almond oil, olive oil). Such oils will not weight the hair and contribute to pollution.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>There are several ways to use oils in the summer:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Applying oil to hair before washing. It is necessary to apply the existing oil on the hair backing from the roots of 3-5 cm for 20 minutes. Then wash the head in the usual way. Oil creates a protective film on the hair, so the hair does not dry out during washing and is protected from the aggressive effects of shampoo.</li></ul><p> </p><ul><li>Putting oil on the tips instead of balm. This method is suitable for very dry hair, after washing on slightly damp or dry hair, apply a little oil with your fingers. Oil should be applied only on the tips and in small quantities.</li></ul><p> </p><ul><li>Putting oil before bathing in the sea. This method is suitable for girls who go on vacation to hot countries and spend a lot of time on the beach and in the water. Before you go to the beach, apply oil on your hair along the entire length, retreating from the roots of 5-10 cm. Perhaps the hair will not look as fresh as after washing, but they will be reliably protected from salt water.</li></ul><p> </p><ol start="6"><li><strong>Rinse hair with herbs.</strong></li></ol><p>Herbs contain a lot of useful components, oils, vitamins and microelements. Rinsing hair after washing with a decoction of herbs, an indispensable procedure for the warm season. For rinsing the hair, you can use the following herbs: linden flowers, chamomile etc.</p><p> </p><ol start="7"><li><strong>Reduce the use of styling devices.</strong></li></ol><p>Here we will talk about curling irons, straightening irons and hair dryer. From the first two devices should be completely abandoned, as they cause harm to hair in any period, and especially in summer. Using a hair dryer as much as possible can be reduced, does not use too hot air. If refusal of devices is impossible for you, then always use thermal protective equipment.</p><p> </p><ol start="8"><li><strong>Do not forget about nourishing hair from the inside.</strong></li></ol><p>In the summer, do not allow dehydration, as this will affect the hair, drink enough liquid. Provide your body with vitamins, include fruits and vegetables in your diet, and take special vitamin complexes. With very dry hair, you can take flaxseed oil and 1 tbsp. l every day.</p><p> </p><p>By following these basic rules, you can protect your hair and even improve their appearance!<br /> <br /> <a href="https://rejuvenatehairtransplant.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Summer-Hair-1024x683.jpg" target="_blank">Image Credit</a></p></div>Fashion Rooftophttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/fashion-rooftop2013-08-30T07:15:38.000Z2013-08-30T07:15:38.000ZFashionRooftophttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/FashionRooftop<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.fashionrooftop.com"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843230064,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="614" alt="8843230064?profile=original" /></a><span class="fbPhotosPhotoCaption" id="fbPhotoSnowliftCaption"><span class="hasCaption">See our new pins - <a href="http://pinterest.com/fashionrooftop/pins/" target="_blank"><span>http://pinterest.com/</span>fashionrooftop/pins/</a></span></span></p></div>813 I love you!https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/813-i-love-you2013-08-14T13:44:54.000Z2013-08-14T13:44:54.000ZFashionRooftophttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/FashionRooftop<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.fashionrooftop.com"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843222468,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8843222468?profile=original" /></a><span class="userContent">Give love! it's "I Love You Days" at One Meaning and they are offering Fashion Rooftop fans 10% off your entire purchase!<br /> <br /> All their designs mean "I love you" based on the phrase: 813 means “I love you”...8 letters, 3 words, 1 meaning. T<span class="text_exposed_show">he 1 is in the middle because love is the center of everything.® They formed the numbers into a butterfly and other beautiful symbols that signify that you're becoming the change you'd like to see in the world, because love...is transforming.<br /> <br /> use code: 813FASHROOF at checkout visit <a href="http://www.1Meaning.com/" target="_blank">www.1Meaning.com</a> offer ends 8/31/13<br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OneMeaning?directed_target_id=0">One Meaning - Couture with a Conscience</a></span></span></p></div>FashionRooftop.com hearts, happy valentines day!https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/fashionrooftop-com-hearts-happy-valentines-day2013-02-14T07:03:50.000Z2013-02-14T07:03:50.000ZFashionRooftophttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/FashionRooftop<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.fashionrooftop.com/happy_hearts.htm"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843154900,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="370" alt="8843154900?profile=original" /></a>Heart shaped bangle by Larissa Landinez - Happy Valentines! check out heart shaped items here ~ <a href="http://www.fashionrooftop.com/happy_hearts.htm">www.fashionrooftop.com/happy_hearts.htm</a></p></div>I wear pink for ....https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/i-wear-pink-for2012-10-25T17:00:00.000Z2012-10-25T17:00:00.000ZTru Luxehttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/TruLuxe<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843116073,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843116073,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="8843116073?profile=original" /></a>Today, we stand up <em>in style</em> in Tru Luxe Jeans!</p><p><span>This Luxe look comes from Dallas fashionista Karis Renée of </span><a href="http://karisbiascut.blogspot.com/2012/10/i-wear-pink-for.html" target="_blank">http://karisbiascut.blogspot.com/2012/10/i-wear-pink-for.html</a><span>Shop this great style at> </span><a href="https://truluxejeans.com/styles/T0051B" target="_blank">https://truluxejeans.com/styles/T0051B</a></p></div>House Of Jeffers' One Year Blog-aversaryhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/house-of-jeffers-one-year-blog-aversar2011-10-18T14:00:00.000Z2011-10-18T14:00:00.000ZJen Jefferyhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/JenJeffery<div><p><span style="font-size:medium;">That's right! Today, my blog, <a href="http://www.houseofjeffers.com" target="_blank">House Of Jeffers</a>, turns one!</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:medium;">Check out the special photo shoot I did to mark the occasion... and find out what went wrong...</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:medium;">Thanks for reading!</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:medium;">Jen</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:medium;"><a href="http://www.houseofjeffers.com" target="_blank">House Of Jeffers</a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-255Je1pYOtU/Tpt8o-lgaeI/AAAAAAAAAz8/1Lx3_FIIC5g/s1600/IMG_2959.JPG" target="_blank"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-255Je1pYOtU/Tpt8o-lgaeI/AAAAAAAAAz8/1Lx3_FIIC5g/s1600/IMG_2959.JPG" class="align-full" alt="IMG_2959.JPG" /></a></span></p></div>Designer / NATALIEBCOLEMANhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/designer-nataliebcoleman2011-10-02T17:01:14.000Z2011-10-02T17:01:14.000ZDaniel Dunthttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/DanielDunt<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com">That's so New York</a> - <font>Once again, I managed to leave you hanging for a more than respectable amount of time; I mean, I think it was early last week when I first started bragging about this interview with designer, Natalie Coleman of <a href="http://www.nataliebcoleman.com/"><font>NATALIEBCOLEMAN</font></a> which I was hoping to present to you towards the end of last week at the latest, yet once again college took it's toll and my late-afternoon naps set in; basically? I'm sure it's not a surprise when I say, it didn't get done, alright? (note my attitude, cause I'm your typical hormonal teenager, yeah that's right, bro.) Back on a serious note, I can't even begin to express how much I admire this interview; Natalie answered everything perfectly and slapped around some great tips for aspiring designers. Let's face it, what more could I have asked for?</font> <font>(excluding a latte from Starbucks, cause I'm in a</font> <b><i><font>"I want to be an American!"</font></i></b> <font>coffee-drinking mood.)</font></p><p><font><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/designer-nataliebcoleman"><img class="align-full" width="510" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8842981300,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8842981300?profile=original" /></a><font>(Image Credit: <a href="http://www.nataliebcoleman.com/"><font>NATALIEBCOLEMAN</font></a> ></font> <i><a href="http://www.nataliebcoleman.com/main.html"><font>All the Jewellery I never Got</font></a></i><font>)</font></font></p><p> </p><p><font><font>(<a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/designer-nataliebcoleman">CONTINUE READING</a>)</font></font></p></div>Natalie B Colemanhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/natalie-b-coleman2011-09-25T21:06:02.000Z2011-09-25T21:06:02.000ZDaniel Dunthttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/DanielDunt<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com">That's So New York</a> - <font>Earlier this week I was speaking with Dublin, Ireland-based designer <a href="http://www.nataliebcoleman.com/"><font>Natalie B Coleman</font></a> and after agreeing to an interview (that of which will I will present to you all mid-week), Natalie was kind enough to send across a selection of images from her Spring/Summer 2012 collection; that of which she has titled</font> <b><i><font>All the Jewellery I never Got Pt.2</font></i></b><font>, following on from Autumn/Winter 2011 collection, which you may have guessed followed the same title of</font><i><b> <font>All the Jewellery I never Got</font></b></i><font>. Although Natalie has already released her Spring/Summer 2012 video for this particular collection, the images are still awaiting official release; meaning I'm flattered to be the very first blogger and website to present these official look book images to you all.</font></p><p style="text-align:left;"><font><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/natalie-b-coleman"><img class="align-center" width="510" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8842978253,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8842978253?profile=original" /></a><font>(Image Credit:</font> <a href="http://www.nataliebcoleman.com/"><font>Natalie B Coleman</font></a><font>)</font><br /><br /><font><font><font>To benefit those of you who are hearing the name Natalie B Coleman for the first time, perhaps a little background information is required. Natalie studied at the Limerick School of Art and Design and on the MA course at <a href="http://www.csm.arts.ac.uk/"><font>Central St. Martins</font></a>, London, United Kingdom. Once Natalie had completed her studies, she went on to work under</font> <a href="http://threeasfour.com/"><font>threeASFOUR</font></a> <font>in New York followed by textile designer, Ragna Frodadottir in Iceland and lastly, Joanne Hynes in ... (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/natalie-b-coleman">CONTINUE READING</a>)</font></font></font><br /></font></p></div>I Love Ugly: Sale!https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/i-love-ugly-sale2011-08-15T12:50:21.000Z2011-08-15T12:50:21.000ZDaniel Dunthttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/DanielDunt<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com">That's So New York</a> - Admittedly this is more of a <i><b>"post and dash"</b></i> notification in addition to a long-winded yet informative essay; not to worry, there is a slight <i>perk </i>to my<i><b> "what to post when you have a busy schedule" </b></i>methods (I know, me with a busy schedule, you wouldn't have thought it, would you?) In regards to this notification, I simply wanted to inform you all that<font><i> <a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/"><font>I Love Ugly</font></a></i></font>, a brand which I posted about just two weeks or so ago have just announced a rather dandy sale; I mean, a pair of signature moss green <font><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/detail/11-all-categories/flypage/18-zespy-pants-black?sef=hcfp"><font><i>Zespy Pants</i></font></a> </font>with a price-tag of $229.00 NZD, reduced to a gob-smacking $99.00 NZD? it's unheard of, isn't it?</p><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/i-love-ugly-sale-"><img class="align-full" width="510" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8858561874,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8858561874?profile=original" /></a></p><p>Admittedly, the label itself is a menswear label, meaning that the female-friendly items are not exactly jumping out of the computer screen at us, yet I have had a flick through pretty much every sale piece and a handful of pieces which I personally think could easily slide into the unisex category in that <b>"I'm wearing my boyfriends jumper"</b> type manner, include the ... (<a href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/i-love-ugly-sale-">CONTINUE READING</a>)</p></div>'I Love Ugly' By Valentin Ozichhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/i-love-ugly-by-valentin-ozich2011-08-03T12:29:05.000Z2011-08-03T12:29:05.000ZDaniel Dunthttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/DanielDunt<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com">That's So New York</a> - <font><font><font><font>Despite the fact that it may seem like I spend my days sitting here searching through a ridiculous amount of online-stores and designer profiles in an attempt to find a brand which I could happily label </font><i><b><font>"the next big thing"</font></b></i><font> (and I won't deny that yes, a huge percentage of my week, month and year has been taken up by this activity alone), I seem to be constantly posting about Women's and Unisex labels, in addition to a topic which I've shied away from yet can relate to the most (when shopping at least), that being menswear. I will gladly shout from the rooftops in regards to the fact that yes, I do enjoy popping into a selection of womenswear only stores/boutiques and flipping through rail after rail of admirable dresses, skirts, sweaters and shirts; yes, I will also admit that womenswear is most probably my<i> forte </i>as such, despite the fact that if I really admire something, no matter what it is, I can easily sit here and throw my opinion all over it, simply because that's what I do; I write about things I enjoy and admire whilst portraying an occasional yet slightly arrogant form of carelessness in regards to the thoughts of others, meaning that just because someone tells me </font><i><b><font>"that sweater is horrible!"</font></b></i><font> it doesn't mean you won't be seeing it again, and again, and again. </font></font></font></font><font><br /></font><font><font><font><br />A label which I have been admiring recently is Auckland, New Zealand-based label,</font></font></font><i><font><font><font><font> </font><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/"><font>I Love Ugly</font></a>. </font></font></font></i><font><font><font>I came across</font></font></font><i><font><font><font> I Love Ugly</font></font></font></i><font><font><font> a number of months ago, yet for some reason I decided to delay posting about them up until this very moment. Label founder, designer and illustrator, Valentin Ozich focuses on creating garments which are durable and of high-quality, in addition to following trends and selling pieces which may be considered </font></font></font><i><b><font><font><font>in</font></font></font></b></i><font><font><font> for a month or so, yet would gladly be thrown away and labelled</font></font></font><b><font><font><font> </font></font></font></b><i><b><font><font><font>out</font></font></font></b></i><b><font><font><font> </font></font></font></b><font><font><font>the next. The</font></font></font><i><font><font><font> I Love Ugly</font></font></font></i><font><font><font> label offers a selection of<font> </font><i><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/browse/3-t-shirts?sef=hc"><font>graphic tee's</font></a></i>, <i><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/browse/5-sweatshirts?sef=hc"><font>sweatshirts</font></a></i>,<font> </font><i><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/browse/15-cardigans?sef=hc"><font>cardigans</font></a></i>, <i><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/browse/7-pants?sef=hc"><font>pants</font></a></i> and <a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/browse/9-shirts?sef=hc"><i><font>shirts</font></i></a>, presumably to fit the labels admiration for all-year-round wearability, meaning you could throw on a top one day, and a sweater the next (yet if you live in England, United Kingdom or are simply visiting, I would advise that you plan a strategic sweater alternation timetable for this Summer in particularly, due to the rather odd lack of sun yet frequent abundance of rain). </font></font></font><font><br /></font><font><font><br /></font></font><span class="yui-non"><font><font><font>The main subject behind this post which I wanted to focus on primarily is the</font></font></font><i><font><font><font> I Love Ugly </font></font></font></i><font><font><font>Spring/Summer 2011 collection which is said to hit stores sometime over the coming weeks; despite the fact that you may be thinking</font></font><i><b><font><font> "will it even still be Summer by then?"</font></font></b></i><font><font> the answer is,</font></font></font><i><b><font><font><font> "does is really matter?"</font></font></font></b></i><font><font><font> again, referring back to the labels all-year-round wearability aesthetic. The</font></font><i><font><font> I Love Ugly</font></font></i><font><font>Spring/Summer 2011 collection follows a concept that you may expect from any other classic menswear label, yet then goes onto modernize the pieces as it makes an attempt at bringing them into the 21st century whilst urbanizing a stereotypical </font></font><i><b><font><font>"my gran bought this for me last week" </font></font></b></i><font><font>portrayal, due to its incorporation of knitted sweaters and cardigans, along with a series of classy looking button-up shirts and classically youthful shape-based graphic prints (the same type of pieces my gran would instantly grab for me come my birthday or christmas, primarily because the pieces are all typically masculine and would look great on anyone). Admittedly these garments are not the type of pieces you would throw on to simply head on down to the supermarket, yet neither are they pieces which you would wear whilst heading on down to watch a show on the West End or perhaps wondering around the British Museum, followed by a tour of London. I think that I'm getting more of a <i><b>"let's go for lunch!"</b></i> or<i><b>"wanna hang out?" </b></i>type feel; you know, something a little more casual yet following a <b><i>"dress to impress" </i></b>approach. Onto the images ...</font></font></font></span></p><p><span class="yui-non"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/-i-love-ugly-by-valentin-ozich"><font><font><font><img class="align-full" width="510" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8842957291,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8842957291?profile=original" /></font></font></font></a></span></p><p><span class="yui-non"><font><font><font><font><font>I Love Ugly<font> </font></font></font><i><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/detail/5-sweatshirts/flypage/210-waffle-sweater-black?sef=hcfp"><font><font><font><font>Waffle Sweater Black</font></font></font></font></a></i><font><font><font> </font>(Retail Price:</font></font><s><font><font> $250.00</font></font></s><font><font> $180.00 NZD) </font></font></font></font></font></span></p><p> </p><p>(<a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/-i-love-ugly-by-valentin-ozich">CONTINUE READING</a>)</p></div>Love, Loss, and What I Worehttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/love-loss-and-what-i-wore2009-10-09T19:07:09.000Z2009-10-09T19:07:09.000ZJohn D.https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/JohnD<div><p style="text-align:center;"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}8842690665,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="" /></p>Do you have a fashion story to tell? From the suit that you wore on that first job interview, to the wedding dress you’ve dreamed about, or the broken heel on the way to what could have been the perfect date, we want to hear how fashion has made you laugh, cry, cringe, and cheer.<a href="http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Fashion-Spotlight/Love-Loss-and-What-I-Wore-Contest" target="_blank">Submit your fashion story to ELLE magazine</a> for a chance to win a trip to New York City, an Ann Taylor wardrobe, and best of all, a live stage performance of your story in Nora Ephron’s adaptation of Ilene Beckerman’s <i>Love, Loss, and What I Wore</i>.</div>Hair Care in the Summer – 8 Basic Rules You Need to Followhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/hair-care-in-the-summer-8-basic-rules-you-need-to-follow2019-04-06T12:05:08.000Z2019-04-06T12:05:08.000ZKat Duffhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/KatDuff<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843991457,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843991457,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="8843991457?profile=original" /></a></p><p></p><p>Summer is a long-awaited time for all girls, you can finally take off your jackets and enjoy the hot sun, but for hair, this period is considered stress. Let's see what is detrimental to our hair in the summer.</p><p> </p><ol><li><strong>The sun</strong> - It dehydrates hair, as a result, it becomes drier, more fragile and brittle. Our hair has a complex structure; it contains protein, as well as various amino acids, vitamins and pigments. The sun emits several types of ultraviolet rays that are detrimental to our hair. Beta rays can destroy the hair pigment, this applies to both natural pigment and coloured hair, and Alpha rays destroy the hair cuticle, so the hair becomes dull, dry, and loses its elasticity.</li></ol><p> </p><ol start="2"><li><strong>Water and wind</strong> - The most frequent spores are caused by sea water and what does it bring to the hair - benefit or harm? Sea salt adversely affects the hair, salt molecules penetrate into the hair structure and slowly destroy it. But you can not only talk about the dangers of sea water, for example, but seawater is also very useful for the scalp because it contains many minerals and trace elements that can strengthen the bulbs. However, the hair itself is greatly affected by the salt water, the hot sun and the warm wind. If we talk about freshwater bodies and rivers, their influence on the hair cannot be called positive. They contain dirt, bacteria and microbes, which also adversely affect our hair.</li></ol><p> </p><p><strong>Summer Hair Care - Basic Rules</strong></p><p>To keep your hair healthy and beautiful in summer, they need special care. If you follow all the rules below, you can protect your hair to the maximum and forget about such problems as dryness, breakage, lack of lustre and section.</p><ol><li><strong>Shampooing</strong></li></ol><p>In the summer, the hair and scalp are contaminated much faster; this contributes to street dust, sweat, styling products, etc. Therefore, washing becomes a fairly frequent procedure that needs to be approached wisely.</p><p> </p><ul><li>First, you need to find the right hair shampoo. It should be lightweight, suitable for frequent use and for any type of hair. The composition should contain moisturizing ingredients (jojoba oil, herbal extracts, essential oils, panthenol, vitamins, biotin, etc.) and silicone oils that help retain moisture in the hair (dimethicone, cyclodemethicone).</li></ul><p> </p><ul><li>Secondly, the water should not be warm, not hot, and rinse the hair better with cool or even cold water, it will close the hair scales and they will be smooth.</li></ul><p> </p><ul><li>Third, you need to wash your hair as it gets dirty, even if it happens every day or every other day. Since sebum and dirt that accumulate on the scalp clog pores, oxygen does not flow to the bulbs and they weaken.</li></ul><p> </p><ol start="2"><li><strong>Masks and balms</strong></li></ol><p>The use of a mask or balm for hair after washing is required. For the summer period, it is better to choose a moisturizing conditioner and a nourishing mask. Conditioner to use every time after washing and the mask is enough 1 time per week. Also, pay attention to cosmetics with UV protective filters. They create a thin layer on the hair that protects the hair from the sun.</p><p> </p><ol start="3"><li><strong>Use indelible funds</strong></li></ol><p>Such means are indispensable in the hot period; it can be sprays, creams, oils, serums, etc. Such funds are applied to dry or wet hair after washing; they moisturize and protect the hair, while not making them heavier. You can also choose funds marked Sun or SPF.</p><p> </p><ol start="4"><li><strong>Cover your hair from the sun</strong></li></ol><p>Summer is the time to try to add something new to your look and pay attention to hats, handkerchiefs, and caps. Of course, all this is necessary in order to protect the hair. If you are not long in the sun, then this rule can be neglected, observing the above points. However, if you are going to spend, for example, on the beach all day or are going on vacation to hot countries, the use of a headdress is a must! They will not only protect your hair, but also you from sunstroke.</p><p> </p><ol start="5"><li><strong>Do not forget about oil</strong></li></ol><p>You can use the usual cosmetic oils; they are natural and will perform not only a protective function but also restoring. The basic rule is to choose light oils (for example, grape seed oil, jojoba oil, almond oil, olive oil). Such oils will not weight the hair and contribute to pollution.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>There are several ways to use oils in the summer:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Applying oil to hair before washing. It is necessary to apply the existing oil on the hair backing from the roots of 3-5 cm for 20 minutes. Then wash the head in the usual way. Oil creates a protective film on the hair, so the hair does not dry out during washing and is protected from the aggressive effects of shampoo.</li></ul><p> </p><ul><li>Putting oil on the tips instead of balm. This method is suitable for very dry hair, after washing on slightly damp or dry hair, apply a little oil with your fingers. Oil should be applied only on the tips and in small quantities.</li></ul><p> </p><ul><li>Putting oil before bathing in the sea. This method is suitable for girls who go on vacation to hot countries and spend a lot of time on the beach and in the water. Before you go to the beach, apply oil on your hair along the entire length, retreating from the roots of 5-10 cm. Perhaps the hair will not look as fresh as after washing, but they will be reliably protected from salt water.</li></ul><p> </p><ol start="6"><li><strong>Rinse hair with herbs.</strong></li></ol><p>Herbs contain a lot of useful components, oils, vitamins and microelements. Rinsing hair after washing with a decoction of herbs, an indispensable procedure for the warm season. For rinsing the hair, you can use the following herbs: linden flowers, chamomile etc.</p><p> </p><ol start="7"><li><strong>Reduce the use of styling devices.</strong></li></ol><p>Here we will talk about curling irons, straightening irons and hair dryer. From the first two devices should be completely abandoned, as they cause harm to hair in any period, and especially in summer. Using a hair dryer as much as possible can be reduced, does not use too hot air. If refusal of devices is impossible for you, then always use thermal protective equipment.</p><p> </p><ol start="8"><li><strong>Do not forget about nourishing hair from the inside.</strong></li></ol><p>In the summer, do not allow dehydration, as this will affect the hair, drink enough liquid. Provide your body with vitamins, include fruits and vegetables in your diet, and take special vitamin complexes. With very dry hair, you can take flaxseed oil and 1 tbsp. l every day.</p><p> </p><p>By following these basic rules, you can protect your hair and even improve their appearance!<br /> <br /> <a href="https://rejuvenatehairtransplant.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Summer-Hair-1024x683.jpg" target="_blank">Image Credit</a></p></div>Fashion Rooftophttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/fashion-rooftop2013-08-30T07:15:38.000Z2013-08-30T07:15:38.000ZFashionRooftophttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/FashionRooftop<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.fashionrooftop.com"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843230064,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="614" alt="8843230064?profile=original" /></a><span class="fbPhotosPhotoCaption" id="fbPhotoSnowliftCaption"><span class="hasCaption">See our new pins - <a href="http://pinterest.com/fashionrooftop/pins/" target="_blank"><span>http://pinterest.com/</span>fashionrooftop/pins/</a></span></span></p></div>813 I love you!https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/813-i-love-you2013-08-14T13:44:54.000Z2013-08-14T13:44:54.000ZFashionRooftophttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/FashionRooftop<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.fashionrooftop.com"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843222468,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8843222468?profile=original" /></a><span class="userContent">Give love! it's "I Love You Days" at One Meaning and they are offering Fashion Rooftop fans 10% off your entire purchase!<br /> <br /> All their designs mean "I love you" based on the phrase: 813 means “I love you”...8 letters, 3 words, 1 meaning. T<span class="text_exposed_show">he 1 is in the middle because love is the center of everything.® They formed the numbers into a butterfly and other beautiful symbols that signify that you're becoming the change you'd like to see in the world, because love...is transforming.<br /> <br /> use code: 813FASHROOF at checkout visit <a href="http://www.1Meaning.com/" target="_blank">www.1Meaning.com</a> offer ends 8/31/13<br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OneMeaning?directed_target_id=0">One Meaning - Couture with a Conscience</a></span></span></p></div>FashionRooftop.com hearts, happy valentines day!https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/fashionrooftop-com-hearts-happy-valentines-day2013-02-14T07:03:50.000Z2013-02-14T07:03:50.000ZFashionRooftophttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/FashionRooftop<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.fashionrooftop.com/happy_hearts.htm"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843154900,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="370" alt="8843154900?profile=original" /></a>Heart shaped bangle by Larissa Landinez - Happy Valentines! check out heart shaped items here ~ <a href="http://www.fashionrooftop.com/happy_hearts.htm">www.fashionrooftop.com/happy_hearts.htm</a></p></div>I wear pink for ....https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/i-wear-pink-for2012-10-25T17:00:00.000Z2012-10-25T17:00:00.000ZTru Luxehttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/TruLuxe<div><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843116073,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843116073,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="8843116073?profile=original" /></a>Today, we stand up <em>in style</em> in Tru Luxe Jeans!</p><p><span>This Luxe look comes from Dallas fashionista Karis Renée of </span><a href="http://karisbiascut.blogspot.com/2012/10/i-wear-pink-for.html" target="_blank">http://karisbiascut.blogspot.com/2012/10/i-wear-pink-for.html</a><span>Shop this great style at> </span><a href="https://truluxejeans.com/styles/T0051B" target="_blank">https://truluxejeans.com/styles/T0051B</a></p></div>House Of Jeffers' One Year Blog-aversaryhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/house-of-jeffers-one-year-blog-aversar2011-10-18T14:00:00.000Z2011-10-18T14:00:00.000ZJen Jefferyhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/JenJeffery<div><p><span style="font-size:medium;">That's right! Today, my blog, <a href="http://www.houseofjeffers.com" target="_blank">House Of Jeffers</a>, turns one!</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:medium;">Check out the special photo shoot I did to mark the occasion... and find out what went wrong...</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:medium;">Thanks for reading!</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:medium;">Jen</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:medium;"><a href="http://www.houseofjeffers.com" target="_blank">House Of Jeffers</a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-255Je1pYOtU/Tpt8o-lgaeI/AAAAAAAAAz8/1Lx3_FIIC5g/s1600/IMG_2959.JPG" target="_blank"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-255Je1pYOtU/Tpt8o-lgaeI/AAAAAAAAAz8/1Lx3_FIIC5g/s1600/IMG_2959.JPG" class="align-full" alt="IMG_2959.JPG" /></a></span></p></div>Designer / NATALIEBCOLEMANhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/designer-nataliebcoleman2011-10-02T17:01:14.000Z2011-10-02T17:01:14.000ZDaniel Dunthttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/DanielDunt<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com">That's so New York</a> - <font>Once again, I managed to leave you hanging for a more than respectable amount of time; I mean, I think it was early last week when I first started bragging about this interview with designer, Natalie Coleman of <a href="http://www.nataliebcoleman.com/"><font>NATALIEBCOLEMAN</font></a> which I was hoping to present to you towards the end of last week at the latest, yet once again college took it's toll and my late-afternoon naps set in; basically? I'm sure it's not a surprise when I say, it didn't get done, alright? (note my attitude, cause I'm your typical hormonal teenager, yeah that's right, bro.) Back on a serious note, I can't even begin to express how much I admire this interview; Natalie answered everything perfectly and slapped around some great tips for aspiring designers. Let's face it, what more could I have asked for?</font> <font>(excluding a latte from Starbucks, cause I'm in a</font> <b><i><font>"I want to be an American!"</font></i></b> <font>coffee-drinking mood.)</font></p><p><font><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/designer-nataliebcoleman"><img class="align-full" width="510" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8842981300,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8842981300?profile=original" /></a><font>(Image Credit: <a href="http://www.nataliebcoleman.com/"><font>NATALIEBCOLEMAN</font></a> ></font> <i><a href="http://www.nataliebcoleman.com/main.html"><font>All the Jewellery I never Got</font></a></i><font>)</font></font></p><p> </p><p><font><font>(<a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/designer-nataliebcoleman">CONTINUE READING</a>)</font></font></p></div>Natalie B Colemanhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/natalie-b-coleman2011-09-25T21:06:02.000Z2011-09-25T21:06:02.000ZDaniel Dunthttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/DanielDunt<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com">That's So New York</a> - <font>Earlier this week I was speaking with Dublin, Ireland-based designer <a href="http://www.nataliebcoleman.com/"><font>Natalie B Coleman</font></a> and after agreeing to an interview (that of which will I will present to you all mid-week), Natalie was kind enough to send across a selection of images from her Spring/Summer 2012 collection; that of which she has titled</font> <b><i><font>All the Jewellery I never Got Pt.2</font></i></b><font>, following on from Autumn/Winter 2011 collection, which you may have guessed followed the same title of</font><i><b> <font>All the Jewellery I never Got</font></b></i><font>. Although Natalie has already released her Spring/Summer 2012 video for this particular collection, the images are still awaiting official release; meaning I'm flattered to be the very first blogger and website to present these official look book images to you all.</font></p><p style="text-align:left;"><font><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/natalie-b-coleman"><img class="align-center" width="510" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8842978253,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8842978253?profile=original" /></a><font>(Image Credit:</font> <a href="http://www.nataliebcoleman.com/"><font>Natalie B Coleman</font></a><font>)</font><br /><br /><font><font><font>To benefit those of you who are hearing the name Natalie B Coleman for the first time, perhaps a little background information is required. Natalie studied at the Limerick School of Art and Design and on the MA course at <a href="http://www.csm.arts.ac.uk/"><font>Central St. Martins</font></a>, London, United Kingdom. Once Natalie had completed her studies, she went on to work under</font> <a href="http://threeasfour.com/"><font>threeASFOUR</font></a> <font>in New York followed by textile designer, Ragna Frodadottir in Iceland and lastly, Joanne Hynes in ... (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/natalie-b-coleman">CONTINUE READING</a>)</font></font></font><br /></font></p></div>I Love Ugly: Sale!https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/i-love-ugly-sale2011-08-15T12:50:21.000Z2011-08-15T12:50:21.000ZDaniel Dunthttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/DanielDunt<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com">That's So New York</a> - Admittedly this is more of a <i><b>"post and dash"</b></i> notification in addition to a long-winded yet informative essay; not to worry, there is a slight <i>perk </i>to my<i><b> "what to post when you have a busy schedule" </b></i>methods (I know, me with a busy schedule, you wouldn't have thought it, would you?) In regards to this notification, I simply wanted to inform you all that<font><i> <a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/"><font>I Love Ugly</font></a></i></font>, a brand which I posted about just two weeks or so ago have just announced a rather dandy sale; I mean, a pair of signature moss green <font><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/detail/11-all-categories/flypage/18-zespy-pants-black?sef=hcfp"><font><i>Zespy Pants</i></font></a> </font>with a price-tag of $229.00 NZD, reduced to a gob-smacking $99.00 NZD? it's unheard of, isn't it?</p><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/i-love-ugly-sale-"><img class="align-full" width="510" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8842964873,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8842964873?profile=original" /></a></p><p>Admittedly, the label itself is a menswear label, meaning that the female-friendly items are not exactly jumping out of the computer screen at us, yet I have had a flick through pretty much every sale piece and a handful of pieces which I personally think could easily slide into the unisex category in that <b>"I'm wearing my boyfriends jumper"</b> type manner, include the ... (<a href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/i-love-ugly-sale-">CONTINUE READING</a>)</p></div>'I Love Ugly' By Valentin Ozichhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/i-love-ugly-by-valentin-ozich2011-08-03T12:29:05.000Z2011-08-03T12:29:05.000ZDaniel Dunthttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/DanielDunt<div><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com">That's So New York</a> - <font><font><font><font>Despite the fact that it may seem like I spend my days sitting here searching through a ridiculous amount of online-stores and designer profiles in an attempt to find a brand which I could happily label </font><i><b><font>"the next big thing"</font></b></i><font> (and I won't deny that yes, a huge percentage of my week, month and year has been taken up by this activity alone), I seem to be constantly posting about Women's and Unisex labels, in addition to a topic which I've shied away from yet can relate to the most (when shopping at least), that being menswear. I will gladly shout from the rooftops in regards to the fact that yes, I do enjoy popping into a selection of womenswear only stores/boutiques and flipping through rail after rail of admirable dresses, skirts, sweaters and shirts; yes, I will also admit that womenswear is most probably my<i> forte </i>as such, despite the fact that if I really admire something, no matter what it is, I can easily sit here and throw my opinion all over it, simply because that's what I do; I write about things I enjoy and admire whilst portraying an occasional yet slightly arrogant form of carelessness in regards to the thoughts of others, meaning that just because someone tells me </font><i><b><font>"that sweater is horrible!"</font></b></i><font> it doesn't mean you won't be seeing it again, and again, and again. </font></font></font></font><font><br /></font><font><font><font><br />A label which I have been admiring recently is Auckland, New Zealand-based label,</font></font></font><i><font><font><font><font> </font><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/"><font>I Love Ugly</font></a>. </font></font></font></i><font><font><font>I came across</font></font></font><i><font><font><font> I Love Ugly</font></font></font></i><font><font><font> a number of months ago, yet for some reason I decided to delay posting about them up until this very moment. Label founder, designer and illustrator, Valentin Ozich focuses on creating garments which are durable and of high-quality, in addition to following trends and selling pieces which may be considered </font></font></font><i><b><font><font><font>in</font></font></font></b></i><font><font><font> for a month or so, yet would gladly be thrown away and labelled</font></font></font><b><font><font><font> </font></font></font></b><i><b><font><font><font>out</font></font></font></b></i><b><font><font><font> </font></font></font></b><font><font><font>the next. The</font></font></font><i><font><font><font> I Love Ugly</font></font></font></i><font><font><font> label offers a selection of<font> </font><i><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/browse/3-t-shirts?sef=hc"><font>graphic tee's</font></a></i>, <i><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/browse/5-sweatshirts?sef=hc"><font>sweatshirts</font></a></i>,<font> </font><i><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/browse/15-cardigans?sef=hc"><font>cardigans</font></a></i>, <i><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/browse/7-pants?sef=hc"><font>pants</font></a></i> and <a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/browse/9-shirts?sef=hc"><i><font>shirts</font></i></a>, presumably to fit the labels admiration for all-year-round wearability, meaning you could throw on a top one day, and a sweater the next (yet if you live in England, United Kingdom or are simply visiting, I would advise that you plan a strategic sweater alternation timetable for this Summer in particularly, due to the rather odd lack of sun yet frequent abundance of rain). </font></font></font><font><br /></font><font><font><br /></font></font><span class="yui-non"><font><font><font>The main subject behind this post which I wanted to focus on primarily is the</font></font></font><i><font><font><font> I Love Ugly </font></font></font></i><font><font><font>Spring/Summer 2011 collection which is said to hit stores sometime over the coming weeks; despite the fact that you may be thinking</font></font><i><b><font><font> "will it even still be Summer by then?"</font></font></b></i><font><font> the answer is,</font></font></font><i><b><font><font><font> "does is really matter?"</font></font></font></b></i><font><font><font> again, referring back to the labels all-year-round wearability aesthetic. The</font></font><i><font><font> I Love Ugly</font></font></i><font><font>Spring/Summer 2011 collection follows a concept that you may expect from any other classic menswear label, yet then goes onto modernize the pieces as it makes an attempt at bringing them into the 21st century whilst urbanizing a stereotypical </font></font><i><b><font><font>"my gran bought this for me last week" </font></font></b></i><font><font>portrayal, due to its incorporation of knitted sweaters and cardigans, along with a series of classy looking button-up shirts and classically youthful shape-based graphic prints (the same type of pieces my gran would instantly grab for me come my birthday or christmas, primarily because the pieces are all typically masculine and would look great on anyone). Admittedly these garments are not the type of pieces you would throw on to simply head on down to the supermarket, yet neither are they pieces which you would wear whilst heading on down to watch a show on the West End or perhaps wondering around the British Museum, followed by a tour of London. I think that I'm getting more of a <i><b>"let's go for lunch!"</b></i> or<i><b>"wanna hang out?" </b></i>type feel; you know, something a little more casual yet following a <b><i>"dress to impress" </i></b>approach. Onto the images ...</font></font></font></span></p><p><span class="yui-non"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/-i-love-ugly-by-valentin-ozich"><font><font><font><img class="align-full" width="510" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8842957291,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8842957291?profile=original" /></font></font></font></a></span></p><p><span class="yui-non"><font><font><font><font><font>I Love Ugly<font> </font></font></font><i><a href="http://www.iloveugly.net/store/detail/5-sweatshirts/flypage/210-waffle-sweater-black?sef=hcfp"><font><font><font><font>Waffle Sweater Black</font></font></font></font></a></i><font><font><font> </font>(Retail Price:</font></font><s><font><font> $250.00</font></font></s><font><font> $180.00 NZD) </font></font></font></font></font></span></p><p> </p><p>(<a target="_blank" href="http://www.tsnewyork.com/index/-i-love-ugly-by-valentin-ozich">CONTINUE READING</a>)</p></div>Love, Loss, and What I Worehttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/love-loss-and-what-i-wore2009-10-09T19:07:09.000Z2009-10-09T19:07:09.000ZJohn D.https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/JohnD<div><p style="text-align:center;"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}8842690665,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="" /></p>Do you have a fashion story to tell? From the suit that you wore on that first job interview, to the wedding dress you’ve dreamed about, or the broken heel on the way to what could have been the perfect date, we want to hear how fashion has made you laugh, cry, cringe, and cheer.<a href="http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Fashion-Spotlight/Love-Loss-and-What-I-Wore-Contest" target="_blank">Submit your fashion story to ELLE magazine</a> for a chance to win a trip to New York City, an Ann Taylor wardrobe, and best of all, a live stage performance of your story in Nora Ephron’s adaptation of Ilene Beckerman’s <i>Love, Loss, and What I Wore</i>.</div>