Roberto Capucci: Fashion Meets Architecture

Roberto Capucci

     A man of great genius, who creates art and turns it into fashion. I am quite amazed almost moved at his designs as well as his use of color. In mid March his works will be on display in Philadelphia at the art museum near me so I am quite excited!
     Even if your over seas or just not able to make it up to the Philadelphia area, you can see his works on a plethora of sites, along with his biography, and professional background.

    I have found images of his works that I love so much, but I would be a liar if I didn't think all his creations were masterpieces! I hope future designer take a page from the beautiful styling's of Roberto and step out side the box of fashion normalcy!

Fairy Tale

Fairy Tale by Bethany23Sp featuring going out dresses

Fashion or Offensive

Beyonce looking fair almost washed out

 Beyonce has sure got her self into a mess with her march 2011 issue of  L’Officiel 90th anniversary mag. Supposedly the shoot was a tribute to a Nigerian musician Fela Kuti. It was also said that this shoot would be a chance for the pop artist to get in touch with her African roots! 

   Well, if that was the case then maybe she would take out her weave and went natural and used minimal make up. I understand artistic expression but most African tribes from my knowledge use clay, ash, or other natural elements as tribal paint! Speaking as a racially diverse individual I find her a terrible role model or idol for women of color anywhere. Women anywhere in the world should have a sense of pride about their cultural background and not try and hide it because it's not in fashion.
   I find the most attractive people are the ones with a sense of confidence in themselves and their own unique look. I have some pictures of African tribal painted faces, beyonce from her infamous shoot, and then beyonce when she is out and about! The fashion community as a whole should not only do better research on peoples of another country but also maybe not be so laisse-faire about the actual pictures. Fashion can have a message and a power with out being so 1840's!

An actual tribal face paint

Actual face paint in white, skin color is black not painted!

How Short is too Short for Shorts!

     Maybe I am secretly an old lady in the body of a 20 something but short shorts bother me! Now I am quite understanding and can admit some girls can pull the look off some what. I personally have a friend who looks cute in them matched with knee highs or textured tights! Unfortunately, not every girl who wears this look is 4' something and 90lbs. 
     If I didn't admit that skinnier girls looked better than any other size in short shorts, but I still find them to be tacky about 90% of the time! Usually they are a denim material and have distressed detailing to them! Fashion choices, whether we see it or not tell a story or give an impression! When you wear such short shorts out and about in normal day activities usually the girl is perceived as an a plethora of stereotypes!
   Short shorts are find to wear at the beach, and if your tone and in shape fine to wear to a night club but just not in day to day settings! I feel as a woman that their are so many other ways to feel sexy and stylish in warmer climates than to have your lady parts almost in plain view.

   Another thing to consider is your age too! The older you are wearing them the more desperate it seems you are! I would even all together like to rid the world of them period, but it seems almost impossible! Remember ladies that almost always less is more, and no matter what you are sexy with out those short shorts!

   

Better choices in shorts for warmer weather is 

Bermuda shorts or short that hit mid-lower thigh!

  

London Fashion Week!

London is showcasing their fashion week today! I must be honest I love London fashion week, what I am seeing from the designers I LOVE e. London is so diverse in designers and styles that their fashion shows are amazing and so exciting. I know, I live so close to NYC why London, right? Well the people their are just so interesting, but also I think for me it's the story behind their style. A good example is the late Alexander McQueen and the talented designs are based on history and socio-political events! You have to love great fashion and a great story behind it. Well enough off my rambles take a look for yourself at the beauty London fashion week brings.

 

Vivienne Westwood

Issa London

Top Shop

New York Fashion Week - Nicole Miller Fall 2011 - Full Show - fashiontv ...

Max Azria - Fall 2011 New York Fashion Week

Right Now is NYFW (New York Fashion Week)

     Do you want a look at the NYFW runway shows then look no further! I have found a site that is free to register to find on the spot runway show! Explore the site and enjoy it I know I have! The looks for fall seem to range from very vampy to feminine chic! One thing that i have always love and am loving is the wide legged pants and textured darkly colored tights! The sites link is  Now Fashion (CLICK)

Buy Now for future Fall Looks!

    Ok, so it seems that this fall is going to be a big deal for most designers. We always assume or just wait to buy the fall must haves in the early fall and call it a day. This is not only silly but down right expensive, wouldn't you rather get some staple pieces now then last minute. Hey, I am by no means telling you to do all your fall shopping now , but you might want to pick up some items to take the stress out of fall season shopping.

   The looks that I personally love is a 70's chic meets the American west. I feel that for most this will be affordable, fun and youthful. Remember know where to shop, for many of these item the following stores would be your best bet; H&M, Top Shop, & Thrift/Retro boutiques or stores.

    Next, is a list you must make your self. What is your style, is this going to work with your look, and most importantly ask your self what can I use to incorporate this look into my wardrobe.

The Pre -Fall Buying List
1) Denim Jacket- preferably light blue
2) Wide legged pants
3) Boho Jacket
4) Bold Patterns
5) Knee Length & Ankle Length dresses
6) Black Stockings/Pantyhose

Spring and Summer Must Haves!!!

     Looking over the several beauty trends for this up and coming spring and summer I wonder what products really do work and how well do they stand up in the elements. Another thing to consider in buying beauty products is to know your own body chemistry and skin type. Personally speaking, I use mineral make up or tinted moisturizers on my skin because I have combination skin. I also find using ingredients with little to no artificial additives doesn't bother my skin or clog the pores.
    It took me a while to realize that just because a certain brand is worn or used my most people doesn't mean I have too. That though is half the battle isn't it, you hear the a certain brand is the best, you use it and it ends up looking lack luster on you!
     So ladies with that in mind I broke down some well known brands that work for most skin types! I also will have a few brands that are vegan friendly, or naturally based.

Benefit-Boxed Powder (bronze)

Tarte-Tinted moisturizer

Too Faced; Lip of Luxury- in color (free love)

Josie Maran: Argon Color Stick- in color (rosy)

Smashbox - In Bloom Eye shadow palette

*All these items can be found at Sephora.com or in the store, also check on line beauty stores as well!

Men's Fashion Emphasized for 2011-2012

    It always amazes me that most men don't take risks in fashion. It also is evident that men sometimes have a warped view on the idea of being fashionable no thanks to society. It used to be a well dressed man was suave, handsome, and sleek. Now, a well dressed man has to be a homosexual and to me not all guys who dress well are gay, and not all gay men dress well.
    I truly believe designers are noticing a need for a focus on men's fashion. I feel though and maybe I am biased but American men need help the most with their looks. The obsession with what I call the "jersey shore" look is running rapidly on the east coast of the states, it is tacky and it makes most guys look like douche bags, A black v-neck tightly fitted matched with dark denim is not a fancy night time look. Then you go to the west coast, guys think the tortured artist/homeless person look is great matched with a beanie. Please the Hills are over looking like a "I just woke up"  is so over done.

D&G F/W 2011

Trend Look 2011

Bottega-Venata- Spring 2011

    So men take a risk, ask for help, find you style. When you dress well you make head turns and if nothing else feel confident. So in this new year gentle men it's your time to shine, reinvent yourself.