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Career Highlight: Modern Haute Couture Edu in Hollywood

Posted by Academy of Couture Art on March 1, 2011 at 9:22pm

Having achieved her Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design and a few quarters away from achieving her Bachelor of Science in Pattern Design (Pattern Making), Christina Manolescu embarks on a career that is “...beyond what I ever thought I would achieve.”

 

Last quarter she began working freelance as a pattern maker for several different design companies. Her first experience was with couturier Roberto De Villacis on a few garments that were made-to-measure for his fit model. “She was so stunned by the

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Katie Fogarty in Harper's BAZAAR HK by Benjamin Kanarek - Haute Couture Collections

Posted by Benjamin Kanarek on September 26, 2010 at 6:10pm

Tale of the Unexpected...

... Started as an idea to tell a Classic Fairy Tale format Children's Story, but without the classically known subject matter such asCinderella, Wizard of Oz, Snow White, Alice in Wonderland etc... They"kind of" look familiar, but aren't really, as they did not exist untilthey were created for this production. These individual images or minisynopsis's each tell a little story of their own and we will leave itup to you the reader to interpret them in your own "Fashion" (p

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French style – how to nab your own Hollywood star

Posted by Seasonsonline.co.uk on July 16, 2010 at 6:40am
Ok, she might be beautiful in a quirky sort of way.

She might have a fairly decent singing career in Europe.

She could have homes in France, England and LA.

And is rolling in it.

She’s currently the face of Chanel.

And just happens to have one of the world’s most gorgeous men in the world head over heels in love with her.

What I can’t quite understand is just how Vanessa Paradis managed to go from one god-awful song in the 80s, in the ripped-jeans fashion style of Kylie, to having it all. I mean, you
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Couture Beats The Street With New Recession-Killing Tactics

Posted by Afingo Fashion on July 6, 2010 at 2:55pm

Photo via Flickr/Ammar Abd Rabbo


Fashion houses are reaching out—far, far out—to clients, and the extra effort is paying off in couture sales. WWD recently discussed the high—and widespread— demand for couture, and we found their tactics to be…well, really interesting. Forget your prototypical snobby reputation of the high-end fashion world—because these houses are going miles (literally) for their clients.

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History, Haute Couture, And Hamish Bowles—Balenciaga’s Coming To The Upper East Side

Posted by Afingo Fashion on June 22, 2010 at 5:30pm

Left: Balenciaga flamenco-inspired evening dress,1951; Right: Balenciaga evening ensemble with toreador bolero, 1946. (Photos via The Cut - Henry Clarke/Vogue; Copyright© Condé Nast; Christian Bérard/Vogue; Copyright©Condé Nast)


Fashion buffs and history geeks finally have something to gab about. Starting this fall, the Queen Sofia Spanish Institute will hold an exhibition featuring notable Spanish designer, Cristóbal Balenciaga. This Upper East Side curating hotspot will display over 60 garments

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Luxuary magazine finished for spring/summer: elise magazine.

Posted by Brian Black on May 23, 2010 at 4:00pm
www.elisemagazine.com, twitter: elisemag

We're looking for dedicated talent to do weekly blogs, and fashion news on oursite (prefer those with industry experience, but there are limited internships spaces for students). Send resume to: info@elisemagazine.com.

more about us,

élise magazine is an international publication with a focus on luxury fashion and lifestyle. In élise, we seek to intertwine our readers with the latest styles in the fashion industry. élise covers a multitude of different venue
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Travel In Style| Luxury Luggage Via Haute Mimi

Posted by Millissa M | Editor, Haute Mimi on May 15, 2010 at 1:35pm
For those of us who love travel, luxurious and fashionable luggage is a must. Henri Bendel offers chic luggage options and our pick is the Disturbed Stripe collection. This beautiful luggage collection featuring Bendel's signature chocolate brown and white stripes with a flirty twist is made of coated canvas and is trimmed in caviar texture Italian leather. For more information click here.
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Alexander McQueen A/W10 RTW Finale (Collections)

Posted by MADISON thing on March 10, 2010 at 1:31pm
Alexander McQueen's finale collection of fifteen looks is unmistakably Haute Couture , the attention to detail and precise cuts and finishes are executed to perfection. The color palette is definitely more safe and well-played than previous collections, light grays, royal reds with gold couture detailing, yellows and deep golds, beiges and blacks. Overall the color palette was refined and the collection was exuding Couture and Sovereignty. The collection consisted of floor-length ball gowns, sho
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Thirsty for Fashion

Posted by miss SLY!™ on January 21, 2010 at 6:49am
Water Giant Evian, makes me thirsty...for its limited edition bottles as Designers teamed up with the brand to create refreshing and fashionably drinkable Art.Coming in Ready To Wear and Haute Couture bottles, I quench my thirst for Fashion!The Bottles featured on this image, are by Christian Lacroix- Talk about pure luxury, un vrai Bijou!Miss SLY!
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Elena V Haute Couture

Posted by Elena Vasilevsky on January 13, 2010 at 7:06pm
http://www.glamdancewear.com/Timeless Beauty, Artistry, Inspiration, Passion, Life.Beauty is my inspiration, and my collaboration.Exquisite, one of a kind dresses, gowns, costumesfor Ballroom, Latin, American Rhythm, American Smooth,Standard, Figure Skating, Ice Shows, Dance Showcases, Broadway,Music Videos, TV Shows, Red Carpet Events, Cocktail, Evening, Bridal,Special Events.
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My Favourites from NYC Fashion Week: 1

Posted by miss SLY!™ on September 27, 2009 at 6:00am
Jason Wu's RWT SS/2010 collection a la Newyorkaise!He is young, very talented and certainly a true conoisseur.A couture like collection that reminds the extensive hours of work involved in the process.The "Grown up Jason Wu" as he refers to himself took it up a notch with this extremely well executed collection.A mix of beautiful feminine and edgy looks, chic head pieces and strong sophisticated make-up.Strong, poetic, powerful!!!
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Get an inside look at the biggest Fashion houses!!!

Posted by Raven on August 30, 2009 at 4:42pm
Loic Prigent, the man behind the lens of fashion documentaries such as "Marc Jacobs Louis Vouitton", is at it again as his new film, "The Day Before" captures labels Proenza Schouler, Sonia Rykiel, Fendi, and Jean Paul Gaultier in the hours leading up to their high profile shows.
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Looking for a haute new shade in PR?

Posted by Jordanna @ Touch of Pink PR on July 27, 2009 at 12:16am
Touch of Pink Public Relations is the newest shade in the public relations industry. Catering to up and coming designers and businesses in the fashion industry, Touch of Pink PR offers clients luxury services that fit within your budget. Already celebrating its first year in business, this NY based firm is looking for new clients to spotlight. If you're unknown, it's time to get known.Get to know Touch of Pink Public Relations and see if the color is right for you!www.touchofpinkpr.com
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