Thursday, 24 February 2011
London Fashion Week
I enjoyed the Central St Martins one, because it was nice to see graduate collections being presented. Some of the collections were really well put together, I particularly liked the human fist and the fringing collections.
Unique (Topshop) was one of my favorites because the style and pricing is more aimed at me, the dalmation shoes were beautiful! I think they way they styled the collection was really sweet, from the ear-like buns to the painted noses and nails.
Ashish was the collection which caught my eye the most. I don't think there was anything particular that I would consider in my own style, but I loved how the garments looked completely different to any of the other live collections. I also really enjoyed the background music, I think they chose really good tracks for the garment style.
Monday, 21 February 2011
Fashion Careers
ONE: 'Design consultancy based in East London seeks interns to work on high-end collection of one-off "upcycled" luxury vintage pieces for an exciting new project. The application is open to both students and graduates.
Required:
Good organisational skills
Eye for colour and initiative in suggesting embellishment ideas
Hand-sewing abilities
Experience cutting and working with delicate womenswear fabrics.
Any craft-related embellishment skills such as embroidery etc would be a bonus. Successful candidates will benefit from experience in a hard working, creative studio with lots to learn via a very fun project, interesting people to meet and the opportunity of handling beautiful lush archive vintage fabrics, garments and trims.'
Another designer working with vintage fabric who has really interested me. This placement would have been ideal because I'd use my current skills as well as learning some with the photoshoot and filming.
You must have a flexible approach, have great attention to detail and be able to work to deadlines and under pressure.
You should also be motivated, confident, easy-going, cheerful, hard-working, punctual, responsible, reliable and committed.
Friday, 18 February 2011
CV
I have created two CV's, one which is in a standard format, the other uses a creative layout. Both include the same information, but the standard one I can change easily to suit any job I am applying for, whereas the other one is specifically suited for fashion.
Here is the template of my creative CV:
Thursday, 17 February 2011
First toile review!
Have a few changes to make to lengths, bust shapes etc, but the overal fit was good. A few things that I need to test, for example coated cotton and netted underskirt. Am going to scan in my vintage fabrics and play with colour combinations on Kaledo.
Need to revisit fabric stores for a stretch denim for my super-tight trousers!
The review went pretty well. All my hard work definately paid off!
Monday, 7 February 2011
Second Toile
Sunday, 6 February 2011
Vintage photography
The grainy texture and lomo effect creates a really lovely retro feel, which is something I am aiming to acheive with my photoshoot for my final collection.
http://www.eightyonedesign.co.uk/13-beautiful-examples-of-vintage-1970s-photography/