lake - Fashion Blogs - Fashion Industry Network2024-03-29T14:20:42Zhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/lake5 Best Backdrops for Your Photo Shoothttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/5-best-backdrops-for-your-photo-shoot2023-05-10T21:09:27.000Z2023-05-10T21:09:27.000ZLizzie Weakleyhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/LizzieWeakley<div><p>Whether you’re an aspiring photographer or a seasoned one, choosing the right backdrop for your photo shoot can make a huge difference. The backdrop creates the ambiance and sets the tone of the entire shoot. A good backdrop can make your subject stand out, while a bad one can ruin an otherwise great shot. This blog post will take a look at 5 of the best backdrops for your photo shoot, from cityscapes to nature's beauty, and why you should consider them.</p><h2>Cityscapes</h2><p>Cityscapes are a great option if you’re looking for an urban, edgy vibe. You can find great backdrops in the form of bridges, buildings, and even alleyways. Some of the most popular cityscapes include the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, and the Flatiron Building in Toronto. When shooting in a cityscape, be sure to find a location with good lighting and avoid crowded areas as much as possible.</p><h2>Parks and Gardens</h2><p>Parks and gardens are perfect for soft, romantic, and whimsical shoots. You can find great backdrops in the form of flower beds, trees, and gardens. Popular parks for shoots include Central Park in New York City, the Japanese Tea Garden in San Francisco, and Stanley Park in Vancouver. When shooting in a park or garden, look for interesting flora, varying foliage colors, and natural lighting for a perfect shot.</p><h2>Mountains</h2><p>Mountain backdrops are ideal for nature lovers who want to capture the beauty of the great outdoors in their shots. The best spots for mountain backdrops are often located miles away from civilization, so be prepared for long hikes and challenging shoots. Some of the most popular mountain backdrops include the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, the Swiss Alps, and the mountains of New Zealand. When shooting in the mountains, make sure to pack plenty of layers and be prepared for unpredictable weather.</p><h2>Rivers and Lakes</h2><p>Rivers and lakes are perfect for serene, tranquil shoots. You can capture stunning reflections of nature on the water, and incorporate boats, docks, and other watercrafts into your shots. To make the most of this backdrop, consider <a href="https://luxuryboatrentals.com/fleet">pontoon boat rentals</a> or another type of boat for your shoot. Pontoon rentals are affordable and easy to come by, and you can find them in many scenic locations around the world. Some of the most popular places for lake and river shoots include Lake Tahoe in California, the Maligne Lake in Jasper, and Lake Como in Italy.</p><h2>Beaches</h2><p>Beaches are ideal for casual, relaxed, and romantic shoots. You can capture stunning sunsets, crashing waves, and the sandy expanse of the beach. Popular beaches for shoots include the Maldives, Santorini Island, and the Florida Keys. When shooting on the beach, be sure to check the weather beforehand, bring sunscreen and water, and watch out for changing tides and high waves.</p><p>Taking great photos goes beyond having a good camera and technical skills. Choosing the right backdrop is just as important. Whether you're aiming for a romantic, edgy, natural, or relaxed vibe, there’s a backdrop that fits the occasion. The best part is that you don't have to travel to far-off destinations to get the perfect backdrop. Finding the right local spot can be just as rewarding. Keep these 5 best backdrops in mind and start planning your next shoot!</p></div>My First Blog Post in 2014 to Review My Exceptional Festive Experience (Part 1) Now Up on La Mode by GV Miao Fashion Bloghttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/my-first-blog-post-in-2014-to-review-my-exceptional-festive2014-01-16T15:00:00.000Z2014-01-16T15:00:00.000ZVicki Victoire Gwen Vikkey Miaohttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/VickiVictoireGwenVikkeyMiao<div><p align="left">My first blog post in 2014 to review my exceptional festive experience (Part 1) with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FashionFellowship" target="_blank">Fashion Fellowship</a> in which a group of christians working in fashion got together in fellowship to glorify God's love and grace, as we approached the beginning of the new year NOW up on <a href="http://la-mode-by.gvmiao.com/2014/01/review-of-my-exceptional-festive-season-part-1-fashion-fellowship-christmas-isnt-christmas-till-jesus-comes-into-your-heart/" target="_blank">La Mode by GV Miao fashion blog</a>:<br /> <br /> No indulgent partying; no expensive luxury feast, all we had was a simple down-to-earth picnic themed as “<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sound_of_Music_%28film%29" target="_blank">The Sound of Music</a>.” Click <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/redirect?url=http%3A%2F%2Fla-mode-by.gvmiao.com%2F2014%2F01%2Freview-of-my-exceptional-festive-season-part-1-fashion-fellowship-christmas-isnt-christmas-till-jesus-comes-into-your-heart%2F&urlhash=i0Ad&_t=tracking_anet">http://la-mode-by.gvmiao.com/2014/01/review-of-my-exceptional-festive-season-part-1-fashion-fellowship-christmas-isnt-christmas-till-jesus-comes-into-your-heart/</a> to read the full post and see how the ladies transformed themselves into <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maria_von_Trapp" target="_blank">Maria von Trapp</a> with style.<br /> <br /> Trust me whether you're a christian or not, you'll find it worth reading :P</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843276079,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843276079,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8843276079?profile=original" /></a><em>Different styles of hats are the must-have items to create the modern “<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059742/" target="_blank">Sound of Music</a>” look. Which one best suits your personality, a girly monogram fedora or chic leopard print hat? Renowned for her classic glamorous design, <a href="http://www.hidyng.com/" target="_blank">Hidy</a>, who dressed up in feathers for our fashion picnic, exuded a sense of casual glamour.</em></p><p></p><p><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280067,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280067,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843280067?profile=original" /></a>With the prestigious Hong Kong based designer <a href="http://www.lulucheung.com.hk/" target="_blank">Lu Lu Cheung</a> <br /></em></p><p><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843279884,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843279884,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843279884?profile=original" /></a>Who said glam and comfort cannot coexist in a picnic wear? Accessory designer Ivy gave a stunning demonstration.</em></p><p><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280093,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280093,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843280093?profile=original" /></a>We played “Giving Thanks Merry-Go Round” hosted by millinery designer <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/pub/meiyung-bil-tam/71/b08/b10" target="_blank">Bil Tam</a> taking turns sharing our most grateful moment in 2013. Bil's black and white houndstooth pillbox hat went great with the black polka dot dress, timeless and everlasting elegant!</em></p><p><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280470,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280470,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843280470?profile=original" /></a></em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280883,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280883,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843280883?profile=original" /></a><em><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inspiration_Lake" target="_blank">Inspiration Lake</a> and fountain, <a href="http://park.hongkongdisneyland.com/hkdl/en_US/home/home?name=HomePage" target="_blank">Hong Kong Disneyland Resort</a> </em></p><p><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843281268,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843281268,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843281268?profile=original" /></a></em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843281088,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843281088,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843281088?profile=original" /></a></p><p></p><p><i>____________________________</i><br /> Follow La Mode by GV Miao on:<br /> Blog: <a target="_blank" href="http://la-mode-by.gvmiao.com/" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://la-mode-by.gvmiao.com/</a><br /> Tumblr blog: <a target="_blank" href="http://lamodebygvmiao.tumblr.com/" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://lamodebygvmiao.tumblr.com/</a><br /> GV Miao fashion blog fb page: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/gvmiaovickivictoirefashionistaz" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">https://www.facebook.com/gvmiaovickivictoirefashionistaz</a><br /> Instagram: <a target="_blank" href="http://instagram.com/vicki_victoire_gv_miao" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://instagram.com/vicki_victoire_gv_miao</a><br /> Pinterest: <a target="_blank" href="http://pinterest.com/gvmiaovictoire/" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://pinterest.com/gvmiaovictoire/</a><br /> Twitter: <a target="_blank" href="http://twitter.com/GV_Miao" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://twitter.com/GV_Miao</a><br /> YouTube: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/Vickigoders" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.youtube.com/user/Vickigoders</a><br /> Google+: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.gplus.to/gvmiao" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.gplus.to/gvmiao</a><br /> bloglovin’: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/3102018/la-mode-by-gv-miao" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/3102018/la-mode-by-gv-miao</a><br /> Linkedin: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.linkedin.com/pub/vicki-victoire-gwen-vikkey-miao/23/427/817" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.linkedin.com/pub/vicki-victoire-gwen-vikkey-miao/23/427/817</a><br /> Fashiolista: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.fashiolista.com/style/gwenvikkeymiao/" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.fashiolista.com/style/gwenvikkeymiao/</a><br /> Chictopia: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.chictopia.com/GV_Miao" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.chictopia.com/GV_Miao</a><br /> La Mode by GV Miao Online Jewelry Store: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/LaModeByGVMiaoOnlineJewelryStore" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">https://www.facebook.com/LaModeByGVMiaoOnlineJewelryStore</a></p></div>No-Frills Sensuality: Q+A With Lingerie Designer Maayan Zilberman Of The Lake & Starshttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/nofrills-sensuality-qa-with2010-06-28T18:30:00.000Z2010-06-28T18:30:00.000ZAfingo Fashionhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/AfingoFashion<div><div id="attachment_2308" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width:610px;"><a href="http://www.afingo.com/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/lake+stars-062810-a.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-2308" src="http://www.afingo.com/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/lake+stars-062810-a.jpg" alt="" height="400" width="600" /></a><p style="text-align:center;" class="wp-caption-text">Photo via Tom Hines</p><p class="wp-caption-text"><br /></p></div><p>Versatile, sexy, and—get ready for it—lace-free since its 2007 inception, high-end lingerie lingerie line <strong><a href="http://www.thelakeandstars.com/" target="_blank">The Lake & Stars</a></strong> has confounded expectations and grabbed the attention<br />of major magazines for their unique take on boudoir fabrics and constructions. Helmed by New York based designers <strong>Maayan Zilberman</strong> and <strong>Nikki Dekker</strong>, the line has avoided the cutesy, often tacky troupes typical to most underwear collections and grown by leaps and bounds. To get a better handle on the daunting world of lingerie design, we interviewed Zilberman about sweating the details, their popular styles, and other lessons she learned along the way.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>AFINGO: How is designing lingerie different from designing, say, a line of dresses?</strong></p><p>Maayan Zilberman: Designing lingerie is a unique challenge—we have to find a way to make a very small garment evoke many different emotions while remaining functional and luxurious. Beginning with a wide array of images and swatches on your board, and then narrowing it down to a few<br />dozen garments to translate into a story can be difficult. My favorite part of the process if going from the samples to the campaign shoot and then revisiting the original materials to connect the dots.</p><p><a href="http://www.afingo.com/blogs/fashion/no-frills-sensuality-qa-with-lingerie-designer-maayan-zilberman-of-the-lake-stars/#more-2307" class="more-link">(more…)</a></p></div>My First Blog Post in 2014 to Review My Exceptional Festive Experience (Part 1) Now Up on La Mode by GV Miao Fashion Bloghttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/my-first-blog-post-in-2014-to-review-my-exceptional-festive2014-01-16T15:00:00.000Z2014-01-16T15:00:00.000ZVicki Victoire Gwen Vikkey Miaohttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/VickiVictoireGwenVikkeyMiao<div><p align="left">My first blog post in 2014 to review my exceptional festive experience (Part 1) with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FashionFellowship" target="_blank">Fashion Fellowship</a> in which a group of christians working in fashion got together in fellowship to glorify God's love and grace, as we approached the beginning of the new year NOW up on <a href="http://la-mode-by.gvmiao.com/2014/01/review-of-my-exceptional-festive-season-part-1-fashion-fellowship-christmas-isnt-christmas-till-jesus-comes-into-your-heart/" target="_blank">La Mode by GV Miao fashion blog</a>:<br /> <br /> No indulgent partying; no expensive luxury feast, all we had was a simple down-to-earth picnic themed as “<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sound_of_Music_%28film%29" target="_blank">The Sound of Music</a>.” Click <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/redirect?url=http%3A%2F%2Fla-mode-by.gvmiao.com%2F2014%2F01%2Freview-of-my-exceptional-festive-season-part-1-fashion-fellowship-christmas-isnt-christmas-till-jesus-comes-into-your-heart%2F&urlhash=i0Ad&_t=tracking_anet">http://la-mode-by.gvmiao.com/2014/01/review-of-my-exceptional-festive-season-part-1-fashion-fellowship-christmas-isnt-christmas-till-jesus-comes-into-your-heart/</a> to read the full post and see how the ladies transformed themselves into <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maria_von_Trapp" target="_blank">Maria von Trapp</a> with style.<br /> <br /> Trust me whether you're a christian or not, you'll find it worth reading :P</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843276079,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843276079,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8843276079?profile=original" /></a><em>Different styles of hats are the must-have items to create the modern “<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059742/" target="_blank">Sound of Music</a>” look. Which one best suits your personality, a girly monogram fedora or chic leopard print hat? Renowned for her classic glamorous design, <a href="http://www.hidyng.com/" target="_blank">Hidy</a>, who dressed up in feathers for our fashion picnic, exuded a sense of casual glamour.</em></p><p></p><p><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280067,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280067,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843280067?profile=original" /></a>With the prestigious Hong Kong based designer <a href="http://www.lulucheung.com.hk/" target="_blank">Lu Lu Cheung</a> <br /></em></p><p><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843279884,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843279884,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843279884?profile=original" /></a>Who said glam and comfort cannot coexist in a picnic wear? Accessory designer Ivy gave a stunning demonstration.</em></p><p><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280093,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280093,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843280093?profile=original" /></a>We played “Giving Thanks Merry-Go Round” hosted by millinery designer <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/pub/meiyung-bil-tam/71/b08/b10" target="_blank">Bil Tam</a> taking turns sharing our most grateful moment in 2013. Bil's black and white houndstooth pillbox hat went great with the black polka dot dress, timeless and everlasting elegant!</em></p><p><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280470,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280470,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843280470?profile=original" /></a></em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280883,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843280883,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843280883?profile=original" /></a><em><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inspiration_Lake" target="_blank">Inspiration Lake</a> and fountain, <a href="http://park.hongkongdisneyland.com/hkdl/en_US/home/home?name=HomePage" target="_blank">Hong Kong Disneyland Resort</a> </em></p><p><em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843281268,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843281268,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843281268?profile=original" /></a></em><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843281088,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-full" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843281088,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="700" alt="8843281088?profile=original" /></a></p><p></p><p><i>____________________________</i><br /> Follow La Mode by GV Miao on:<br /> Blog: <a target="_blank" href="http://la-mode-by.gvmiao.com/" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://la-mode-by.gvmiao.com/</a><br /> Tumblr blog: <a target="_blank" href="http://lamodebygvmiao.tumblr.com/" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://lamodebygvmiao.tumblr.com/</a><br /> GV Miao fashion blog fb page: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/gvmiaovickivictoirefashionistaz" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">https://www.facebook.com/gvmiaovickivictoirefashionistaz</a><br /> Instagram: <a target="_blank" href="http://instagram.com/vicki_victoire_gv_miao" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://instagram.com/vicki_victoire_gv_miao</a><br /> Pinterest: <a target="_blank" href="http://pinterest.com/gvmiaovictoire/" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://pinterest.com/gvmiaovictoire/</a><br /> Twitter: <a target="_blank" href="http://twitter.com/GV_Miao" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://twitter.com/GV_Miao</a><br /> YouTube: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/Vickigoders" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.youtube.com/user/Vickigoders</a><br /> Google+: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.gplus.to/gvmiao" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.gplus.to/gvmiao</a><br /> bloglovin’: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/3102018/la-mode-by-gv-miao" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/3102018/la-mode-by-gv-miao</a><br /> Linkedin: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.linkedin.com/pub/vicki-victoire-gwen-vikkey-miao/23/427/817" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.linkedin.com/pub/vicki-victoire-gwen-vikkey-miao/23/427/817</a><br /> Fashiolista: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.fashiolista.com/style/gwenvikkeymiao/" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.fashiolista.com/style/gwenvikkeymiao/</a><br /> Chictopia: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.chictopia.com/GV_Miao" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">http://www.chictopia.com/GV_Miao</a><br /> La Mode by GV Miao Online Jewelry Store: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/LaModeByGVMiaoOnlineJewelryStore" class="ot-anchor aaTEdf">https://www.facebook.com/LaModeByGVMiaoOnlineJewelryStore</a></p></div>No-Frills Sensuality: Q+A With Lingerie Designer Maayan Zilberman Of The Lake & Starshttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/nofrills-sensuality-qa-with2010-06-28T18:30:00.000Z2010-06-28T18:30:00.000ZAfingo Fashionhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/AfingoFashion<div><div id="attachment_2308" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width:610px;"><a href="http://www.afingo.com/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/lake+stars-062810-a.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-2308" src="http://www.afingo.com/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/lake+stars-062810-a.jpg" alt="" height="400" width="600" /></a><p style="text-align:center;" class="wp-caption-text">Photo via Tom Hines</p><p class="wp-caption-text"><br /></p></div><p>Versatile, sexy, and—get ready for it—lace-free since its 2007 inception, high-end lingerie lingerie line <strong><a href="http://www.thelakeandstars.com/" target="_blank">The Lake & Stars</a></strong> has confounded expectations and grabbed the attention<br />of major magazines for their unique take on boudoir fabrics and constructions. Helmed by New York based designers <strong>Maayan Zilberman</strong> and <strong>Nikki Dekker</strong>, the line has avoided the cutesy, often tacky troupes typical to most underwear collections and grown by leaps and bounds. To get a better handle on the daunting world of lingerie design, we interviewed Zilberman about sweating the details, their popular styles, and other lessons she learned along the way.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>AFINGO: How is designing lingerie different from designing, say, a line of dresses?</strong></p><p>Maayan Zilberman: Designing lingerie is a unique challenge—we have to find a way to make a very small garment evoke many different emotions while remaining functional and luxurious. Beginning with a wide array of images and swatches on your board, and then narrowing it down to a few<br />dozen garments to translate into a story can be difficult. My favorite part of the process if going from the samples to the campaign shoot and then revisiting the original materials to connect the dots.</p><p><a href="http://www.afingo.com/blogs/fashion/no-frills-sensuality-qa-with-lingerie-designer-maayan-zilberman-of-the-lake-stars/#more-2307" class="more-link">(more…)</a></p></div>