tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36570044193875097122024-03-13T05:13:14.329-04:00Jenny's Open ClosetA fashionista's mission...to spread style from her closet!Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.comBlogger315125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-56530420162662063722014-11-01T17:23:00.002-04:002014-11-01T17:23:23.974-04:00Boston Fashion Week 2014: Carla Fernandez <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Art and fashion met at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum for a special presentation by Carla Fernandez. Perhaps the most visionary collection of Boston Fashion Week this year, each design was an embodiment of technique and originality. The Mexican designer was inspired by painted tiles in the museum's courtyard for her colorful SS15 collection. She created unique floral and botanical prints on lightweight fabric and incorporated texture with large knits. Instead of shaping her silhouettes with typical curved patterns, Fernandez uses a Mexican method called "the Square Root." This requires thoughtful draping to transform rectangular and square pieces of fabric.<br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-75024129780148658592014-10-28T15:41:00.002-04:002014-10-28T15:42:51.449-04:00Boston Fashion Week 2014: Daniel Hernandez <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Daniel Hernandez followed last year's format for his Boston Fashion Week event this year: located at Venu downtown, the show started about an hour later than scheduled, and the clothing was worth the wait. The designer paid tribute to the late Marilyn Riseman with a personal anecdote and moment of silence. After an accessories show by guest brands Keep Your Pants On and Susu Accessories, Hernandez presented his dramatic ready-to-wear collection complimented by Marie Galvin's theatrical headpieces, edgy jewelry by T*Racy and custom handbags by Helena Grant.<br />
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DH Studios focused on texture to set this year's collection apart, using leather, wool, sequins, beading and an original print design that mimicked psychedelic waves. Most of the collection was black with a few pops of stark white. While suits and separates catered to the typical business-minded consumer of Boston, Hernandez kept his creative mark in showstopping gowns and fun tees. One men's tank featured a Moulin Rouge inspired screen-printed scene of Paris. <br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-73642209083307441942014-10-18T15:17:00.002-04:002014-10-18T15:17:44.894-04:00Boston Fashion Week 2014: Dress for Success & Denise Hajjar<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Denis Hajjar teamed up with Dress for Success once again, for a fun night of fashion, empowering women and donating to charity. Her event celebrated the 20 year anniversary of Boston Fashion Week while highlighting powerful women like Yolanda Cellucci and Janet Wu. Hajjar has always been an advocate of "real women" in fashion, so just about every body type walked her runway. The entire show never lost an ounce of excitement. Not only were her models engaging and enthusiastic, but a duo of professional dancers tangoed and waltzed around the stage between sets of the collection.<br />
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Hajjar broadened the spectrum of her target consumer. In the past, most of her clothing has been geared to the 35-65 age range. But her AW15 collection gained youth and vibrancy with sequins, slinky dresses, and higher hemlines to include women in their 20s and 30s. Her designs still lack modernism, as many of her patterns and silhouettes follow trends from the early 2000s. However, her success and following prove that she makes women in Boston happy. She understands the lifestyle of Boston women who need professional suits and separates during the day and elegant cocktail dresses and gowns at night, without sacrificing comfort or glamor. <br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-83968567069416050612014-10-18T12:56:00.001-04:002014-10-18T14:00:18.482-04:00Boston Fashion Week 2014: Copley Catwalk Series<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The mall at Copley Place held a catwalk series during Boston Fashion Week to showcase local designers. Unlike most fashion week events, it was open to the public on a first come, first serve basis, generating a long line of college students and fashion enthusiasts eager to get a taste of the fashion scene. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A look from Eileen Fisher's collection.</td></tr>
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The show I attended on October 6th featured a collection from Eileen Fisher, followed by an awe-inducing showcase by students of the School of Fashion Design. Fisher's looks were cool and casual - denim, tees, a couple cozy sweaters and winter coats, clothing you can find in most retail stores. But the real spectacle was the student work. The audience actually murmured "Ooo" and "Aaah" upon seeing these couture pieces. <br />
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Among the student designers were <span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Khatu Ho Wong, </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Yue Wu, </span><span style="color: black;">Lindsay Calderon,<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Patricia Coombs, </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Ali
Bianchi, </span></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: small;">Ty Sinnett, </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: small;">Mamatha Kothiwale, </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: small;">Sangya Acharya, </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: small;">Chynna
Pope and</span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: small;"> Ada Uzuegbo. All ten artists proved their talent with evening gowns and cocktail dresses, dripping in elegance, detail and quality fabrics. Some like Wong and Calderon made striking pieces through structure and color-blocking. Others like Sinnet and Pope used draping for drama and romanticism. </span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">White coat and full skirt by Khatu Ho Wong</span></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Cropped black & white jacket with black
mini skirt by Yue Wu</span></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHFqo3dgjRnDpaStweIHwY4eJvKnpnSAXzD09hQAu0yfwt4P3jXg2DDi5u9nozRMKsJwulXWSf5EgjxW2SBCQ64ipgkBLnYh185jhu26EKoHvsOSZ0DLd7YnZiE25cAwGFyJHm6CcNte4/s1600/IMG_3070.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHFqo3dgjRnDpaStweIHwY4eJvKnpnSAXzD09hQAu0yfwt4P3jXg2DDi5u9nozRMKsJwulXWSf5EgjxW2SBCQ64ipgkBLnYh185jhu26EKoHvsOSZ0DLd7YnZiE25cAwGFyJHm6CcNte4/s1600/IMG_3070.jpg" height="640" width="476" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Red and black romper by Lindsay Calderon</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxwvBccplrq3SKxq_pIbvKUf8Uw-vNi9Riyh12KN9ZZ9XtOXussoTKrU_lViwryCyD8g9axJQdhEB5E9hKZ5UHCyMr4JEM8BsATTpYQ3i3LMbgIXJ2q7fosQOxLJQNbR8MwgF26HyzOf4/s1600/IMG_3072+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxwvBccplrq3SKxq_pIbvKUf8Uw-vNi9Riyh12KN9ZZ9XtOXussoTKrU_lViwryCyD8g9axJQdhEB5E9hKZ5UHCyMr4JEM8BsATTpYQ3i3LMbgIXJ2q7fosQOxLJQNbR8MwgF26HyzOf4/s1600/IMG_3072+copy.jpg" height="640" width="476" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Purple poof mini dress by Yue Wu</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7WXYmy_e44xkydV83L6SbLJrH-CDyJIenRCiKU8jGUqzUTEE66HjdODCk2gdfx-9oRHRTQduEJ1KbxNh-oTmMom7ekyorqmtHBg9f_AYa0xKETmMrIajYsjZBfoUbHSaZ0uxsj6llvV0/s1600/IMG_3077+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7WXYmy_e44xkydV83L6SbLJrH-CDyJIenRCiKU8jGUqzUTEE66HjdODCk2gdfx-9oRHRTQduEJ1KbxNh-oTmMom7ekyorqmtHBg9f_AYa0xKETmMrIajYsjZBfoUbHSaZ0uxsj6llvV0/s1600/IMG_3077+copy.jpg" height="640" width="476" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Cranberry and navy dress with belt detail by
Lindsay Calderon</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidcXkIJyLyoDc6vl-8MUV0HXno2XAtoIHsxbMjeQkNsXZJCnDnfxtGwfop4OqOfWoYXDnC0xrhilg2dXuXJHLyqH-oDvu9A91vdsnvbS5boO0OF6j7C7uIPcjK2d3pDiYIzD9HekA4DZ4/s1600/IMG_3084.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidcXkIJyLyoDc6vl-8MUV0HXno2XAtoIHsxbMjeQkNsXZJCnDnfxtGwfop4OqOfWoYXDnC0xrhilg2dXuXJHLyqH-oDvu9A91vdsnvbS5boO0OF6j7C7uIPcjK2d3pDiYIzD9HekA4DZ4/s1600/IMG_3084.jpg" height="640" width="476" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Black lace top with ivory skirt by Ali
Bianchi</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO0eGW-z78fnGfLQpcCxBGrJljnGKorALrYiEoMUx6FPyHYXwoJN6uakKd7cCbE5nAkhy7CyApuo2VGo10ryHqyfMPhFLKfoSNJbKEKb3EUXAovnr_y4JhJ0rppheRfCnaqqC9OJnWz2g/s1600/IMG_3088.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO0eGW-z78fnGfLQpcCxBGrJljnGKorALrYiEoMUx6FPyHYXwoJN6uakKd7cCbE5nAkhy7CyApuo2VGo10ryHqyfMPhFLKfoSNJbKEKb3EUXAovnr_y4JhJ0rppheRfCnaqqC9OJnWz2g/s1600/IMG_3088.jpg" height="640" width="478" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Beaded copper and black strapless dress by Ali Bianchi</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVzYbjtzkWafriV_jrHKT9QA3qF_AToqdSpOGkmQwPjOHCWJnjCxazFrWyCEqAyHIaZ7sWLlKkRB2UU8acjA3c2PMR9Yy_1BRQ6gzEfkqbaoLmRXD1X9msIlRhhExOyZioem23ey0-GY0/s1600/IMG_3090.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVzYbjtzkWafriV_jrHKT9QA3qF_AToqdSpOGkmQwPjOHCWJnjCxazFrWyCEqAyHIaZ7sWLlKkRB2UU8acjA3c2PMR9Yy_1BRQ6gzEfkqbaoLmRXD1X9msIlRhhExOyZioem23ey0-GY0/s1600/IMG_3090.jpg" height="640" width="478" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Silver evening gown with blue lace sleeves by Lindsay
Calderon</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikKj9Fs7QDJXWdiiqjCy3VHRS0I5BOGOX9tK1RrurMj6VFBjVmj_bf_yBrxO3mmMGyPjjvWT49NDHOw00g0Clm8vX90UyM9kkLczBFMWZBo4csXQBKM3i3VmOBnHvNLNSXEjzXiEa3SwU/s1600/IMG_3096.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikKj9Fs7QDJXWdiiqjCy3VHRS0I5BOGOX9tK1RrurMj6VFBjVmj_bf_yBrxO3mmMGyPjjvWT49NDHOw00g0Clm8vX90UyM9kkLczBFMWZBo4csXQBKM3i3VmOBnHvNLNSXEjzXiEa3SwU/s1600/IMG_3096.jpg" height="640" width="478" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Dark crimson gown with full skirt by Ty Sinnett</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1VTGXgdrGwBk_CoP0-NjUFnSjP-TerM3225v5pK3GpMfmA0xfPx29mfjLSgFp7h1okFu9nGhwAF9fX5OnLZN5EXeVrCS38wRSdV1FFrXBpmmMEGFKRssyZzaIByWNsqZV0GwdgFEJzyg/s1600/IMG_3097+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1VTGXgdrGwBk_CoP0-NjUFnSjP-TerM3225v5pK3GpMfmA0xfPx29mfjLSgFp7h1okFu9nGhwAF9fX5OnLZN5EXeVrCS38wRSdV1FFrXBpmmMEGFKRssyZzaIByWNsqZV0GwdgFEJzyg/s1600/IMG_3097+copy.jpg" height="640" width="478" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Dark crimson gown with full skirt by Ty Sinnett</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA6ft4kJ-Gn21pUZjbhwDiCsdhUYFF29m8XuY0ImLsYLn-nh3sDecAVaKu66ZNyXgr1i-D8p5s40_LNWPtC1K3-oM1NTUj_zoySv0V6zAmVKPZUQZN_oJBU-0-uQv7_IvTPCzWWmI1M28/s1600/IMG_3102+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA6ft4kJ-Gn21pUZjbhwDiCsdhUYFF29m8XuY0ImLsYLn-nh3sDecAVaKu66ZNyXgr1i-D8p5s40_LNWPtC1K3-oM1NTUj_zoySv0V6zAmVKPZUQZN_oJBU-0-uQv7_IvTPCzWWmI1M28/s1600/IMG_3102+copy.jpg" height="640" width="478" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Blue lace evening gown by Mamatha Kothiwale</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQss1udSkpzOYifsYFGijjbvlEdc1ovB3FqmPJXiip-aDO0JnsD9XwgHnUGfSnBxdHLGNQ-Q0jTrDDhWNjaVyzmpgtu5za_i95x60-uwHw086lBPyzO5VDYc5nf1h9Yob4B-PRdSxJyQA/s1600/IMG_3106.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQss1udSkpzOYifsYFGijjbvlEdc1ovB3FqmPJXiip-aDO0JnsD9XwgHnUGfSnBxdHLGNQ-Q0jTrDDhWNjaVyzmpgtu5za_i95x60-uwHw086lBPyzO5VDYc5nf1h9Yob4B-PRdSxJyQA/s1600/IMG_3106.jpg" height="640" width="478" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Gold baby doll dress by Sangya Acharya</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-VVKDJD69ejG11CzLqW-Bn9pm1r5ZC9QX2vkWkVUJh5oKJVrsaTjyhb63jQxTCm77lTWZ2VeYAM4Pw44EiiAvDeCVle0uUU528TBht9NwYcSFcQqeovEJLfTMcBsz59xSUhd2MAKSEz8/s1600/IMG_3112+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-VVKDJD69ejG11CzLqW-Bn9pm1r5ZC9QX2vkWkVUJh5oKJVrsaTjyhb63jQxTCm77lTWZ2VeYAM4Pw44EiiAvDeCVle0uUU528TBht9NwYcSFcQqeovEJLfTMcBsz59xSUhd2MAKSEz8/s1600/IMG_3112+copy.jpg" height="640" width="476" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Pink lace strapless with tutu skirt by Khatu Ho
Wong</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbBCJRw-2RtT5NPwCqQzCgat7i3zg4JB8O3DmUeX3Qt48h9QM6bEd1k5qONOSQo1iYwM09huFmtdnChId0pQrXzK1j7NAzGW1x2J0h3bIfQDFEK1G7gs9Hzs3YcUEKZGpzCDvs_1svnPc/s1600/IMG_3113.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbBCJRw-2RtT5NPwCqQzCgat7i3zg4JB8O3DmUeX3Qt48h9QM6bEd1k5qONOSQo1iYwM09huFmtdnChId0pQrXzK1j7NAzGW1x2J0h3bIfQDFEK1G7gs9Hzs3YcUEKZGpzCDvs_1svnPc/s1600/IMG_3113.jpg" height="640" width="478" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Pink lace strapless with tutu skirt by Khatu Ho
Wong</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Black gown with white ruffle by Khatu Ho Wong</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvDH0zcXjmGtQlIGdCqeqG1JVVz98Xi0Vx7m71daY-Q6rOR29NEwfmCGjeyX_e0r9aFafjUqSGH0zCmqGqTpghD1MAXsP_WgvgzYCFlLBrXcmq4pT36SLyNdbg-GXtz_z6GP6D871hPjA/s1600/IMG_3123.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvDH0zcXjmGtQlIGdCqeqG1JVVz98Xi0Vx7m71daY-Q6rOR29NEwfmCGjeyX_e0r9aFafjUqSGH0zCmqGqTpghD1MAXsP_WgvgzYCFlLBrXcmq4pT36SLyNdbg-GXtz_z6GP6D871hPjA/s1600/IMG_3123.jpg" height="640" width="478" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Dark grey gown with silver beaded bodice by Chynna
Pope</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikZqCs7VsQIVrTe7ydsc-MF7r0bq8ol3YhjdVE1IabxnrZ9Y-npFP5eLi7ubhuuueAXk-JWSjv7gm6BQBGxcA8_yGAB2cCND7JMqJTWEgtmlamOHkkXNaW3oxQhfRyCJ8jTp15-Q9y7lg/s1600/IMG_3125.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikZqCs7VsQIVrTe7ydsc-MF7r0bq8ol3YhjdVE1IabxnrZ9Y-npFP5eLi7ubhuuueAXk-JWSjv7gm6BQBGxcA8_yGAB2cCND7JMqJTWEgtmlamOHkkXNaW3oxQhfRyCJ8jTp15-Q9y7lg/s1600/IMG_3125.jpg" height="640" width="478" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Dark grey gown with silver beaded bodice by Chynna
Pope</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikcZsBZk9jb4DBUA-hqPmoZaxwKTWqSOeKFanrqyWftFr4GvN1U_mM6x4-sQMsX1M-arnuC78vC4Wf7XKwTChvAx8tDVRetmZ2yGsJo_Sto4H0DiBAzZGegpVDXBy_ODTrlKFqvv9tlYs/s1600/IMG_3127.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikcZsBZk9jb4DBUA-hqPmoZaxwKTWqSOeKFanrqyWftFr4GvN1U_mM6x4-sQMsX1M-arnuC78vC4Wf7XKwTChvAx8tDVRetmZ2yGsJo_Sto4H0DiBAzZGegpVDXBy_ODTrlKFqvv9tlYs/s1600/IMG_3127.jpg" height="640" width="478" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">Black beaded gown with white insets by Ada Uzuegbo</span></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-58091363022636062842014-10-15T00:29:00.001-04:002014-10-15T00:29:19.731-04:00Boston Fashion Week 2014: Nigel Ramsay Presents Before Midnight<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Nigel Ramsay showcased Before Midnight, a collective of his past work, at Vlora Bar and Restaurant to kick off the first day of Boston Fashion Week. The Jamaican designer described the collection as "simple with free flowing lines," pieces of his that Boston hadn't seen before. He was impressed by the response from bloggers, models, and stylists who inquired about his show. Most tables and bar seats were full by the time the fashion show began last Sunday and every model received excited applause as they walked. After the show, Ramsay was greeted by many proud and familiar faces, congratulating him on an elegant presentation. <br />
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The looks spanned from casual, form-fitting dresses, streamlined suit separates, intricate and sexy evening gowns, laid-back menswear, and (my personal favorite) voluminous striped and plaid skirts in vibrant, primary colors. The final look was a deep red and burgundy gown with a simple silhouette, however it carried an intriguing element. A versatile train was tied corset-style to the back of the skirt, then doubled as a cape for the show's finale. <br />
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Ramsay has been involved in the Boston fashion community for over ten years and loves the creativity the city inspires in him. He's now based in Hartford, CT and will be presenting an all new collection at the Hartford City Hall on November 8th. To purchase tickets, visit www.NigelRamsay.com. <br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-80040242131539183422014-08-19T10:55:00.000-04:002014-08-19T10:58:50.321-04:00DIY Denim Cutoffs - Sequin Party Shorts<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The final pair of denim shorts I made this summer took the longest to make. I must have spent at least 12 hours sewing each individual strand of sequins on one side...then again on the other side. <br />
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Needless to say, I did not tackle this project all in one day! I spent a few hours a day on my bedroom floor stitching sequins and listening to a Pandora station of The Weeknd, Trey Songz, Drake and Miguel.
The perfect music, of course, to listen to while embellishing what I
have deemed my Party Shorts. Since sequins aren't a typical,
everyday adornment, I designed these for special occasions and nights of dancing. I discovered they look best with a simple tee to offset the sparkle and low heels so as not to look too "club-y." <br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-89708405978515295222014-08-08T17:50:00.001-04:002014-08-08T17:51:31.248-04:00DIY Denim Cutoffs - Rockstar Style<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The next pair in my series of DIY denim cutoffs was a rockstar style, complete with studs, dye and a little sparkle. For a grungy look, I ripped the bottom edges and dip-dyed the bottom of the shorts. Then, I covered one back pocket with trim and glued star studs to the front with fabric glue. It was a pretty simple design, but time consuming no less. <br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-49932784778488019332014-08-07T18:49:00.000-04:002014-08-07T18:49:15.545-04:00DIY Denim Cutoffs - Hippie Style<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I've had less time for sewing this summer (as well as blogging) since I've been freelancing, interning and endlessly apartment hunting for the upcoming school year. However, I still managed to make a few pieces before I left home for a month with my older sister in NC. My first projects were actually due in part to my sister, as I found a few pairs of her high school bell-bottoms in a pile of old clothes. I've wanted to revamp old pairs of jeans into embellished, cutoff shorts for a while, so the hardest part was deciding which of my ideas I would choose.<br />
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For the first pair, I created a hippie-inspired design with trim, embroidered flowers, iron-on appliques and lace. I had a little trouble with some of the iron-ons sticking, so I secured them with fabric glue. Other than that, I was really happy with how they came out!<br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-35105011180137915382014-06-12T13:05:00.001-04:002014-06-12T13:07:05.628-04:00DIY: Valentino SS14 Embellished Leather Headband<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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One of my favorite Spring 2014 collections as a whole was Valentino. It had all the cornerstones of my spring wardrobe -- lace, crisp collared shirts, bohemian prints, suede and strappy sandals. But what really finished every look was the red headband atop each model's head, embellished with studs. The studs reminded me of some gold crest buttons I had and I immediately decided to recreate the Valentino headband. <br />
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You can create your own embellished headband by following my DIY "how-to" below. To start, you will need a plain thick headband, red suede or leather fabric, fabric glue, a sewing needle, thread, fabric scissors, and gold buttons.<br />
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<b>Step 1:</b> Cut the leather fabric into a rounded strip that will cover the headband.</div>
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<b>Step 2: </b>Position the fabric on the headband and tack it in place with glue on just a couple edges. </div>
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<b>Step 3: </b>Sew each button onto the fabric, matching the Valentino pattern. The number of buttons you use is up to you, depending on how closely you space them. Make sure they are sewn securely. </div>
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<b>Step 4:</b> Once all of the buttons are sewn, glue the rest of the fabric edges to the headband. Pull the fabric taut as you glue to ensure everything will stay in place. </div>
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<b>Step 5: </b>This is an additional step, so you may not find it necessary. The buttons I used are a bit bulky so they moved around and jingled on top of my head. Since I'd rather not sound like a Christmas caroler, I tacked each button in place with fabric glue. </div>
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Once I finished my headband, it was time for a photoshoot! I put on my most Valentino-esque outfit -- a sleeveless oxford, a new patterned maxi dress and t-strap pointy toe heels. I figured I couldn't go this far without the ear-covering, low ponytail, so I sprayed back any flyaways and completed the look. Thanks to my talented brother for the photos! <br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-16697014051043868302014-06-10T16:22:00.000-04:002014-06-10T17:37:23.260-04:00First Look: Karlie Kloss x Warby Parker Released Today<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Warby Parker is well known for their thick framed glasses, but now they're offering a delicate collection of sunglasses with help from supermodel, Karlie Kloss. A driven, businesswoman herself, Kloss collaborated with the brand to create three styles for $145 each. Proceeds will benefit Edible Schoolyard NYC, an organization close to Kloss that provides kitchens and gardens to low-income public schools so students can develop healthy and sustainable habits. And as always, for every pair sold, Warby Parker will donate a pair of glasses to someone in need.<br />
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Not only can you buy these sunglasses with a clear conscience, but they're some of the most stylish pairs I've seen in a while. I was just out shopping for sunglasses today and noticed how prominent thick, bulky styles are. But I've recently grown to prefer thinner, aviator styles, so I like that Kloss' are a trendier take on classic aviators. Each pair has a unique lens shape -- Clara is round, Marple is angular and Julia is the standard aviator. The lenses also come in colors like indigo, sepia, copper, slate and violet clover. <br />
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Peruse the exclusive product images below and shop the collection <a href="http://www.warbyparker.com/karlie-kloss" target="_blank">online</a> or in stores.<br />
Check out all of their women's sunglasses <a href="http://www.warbyparker.com/sunglasses/women" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-55199890435402799432014-05-18T13:25:00.000-04:002014-05-18T13:28:30.211-04:00Vintage Naeem Khan Beaded Top<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Whenever I move to a new place, it's important that I find the nearest thrift store. Not only is half my wardrobe thrift and vintage, but I love the thrill of finding old pieces I can make new. Even though my family's been living in western New Hampshire for a couple years now, it's taken me this long to discover Go Lightly, a consignment shop in nearby New London. Among a large inventory of old lady clothes and early 2000s trends, they have a surprisingly wide range of vintage and designer pieces.<br />
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I found this gorgeous, beaded top hidden in their vintage racks and was stunned by its detail. Then I looked at the tags -- silk, Naeem Khan, Neiman Marcus, and less than $30! I couldn't let this steal slip from my hands!<br />
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Now to be clear, the top is <i>vintage</i> Naeem Khan. This may be confusing to those who know the designer for his red carpet gowns that launched him into popularity only a few years ago. What many don't know, and what I didn't know until I researched the label on the tag, is that Khan created the Riazee Collection in 1981 and it lasted for fourteen years. He didn't begin designing purely under his namesake until 2003. <br />
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With such an elegant top, there aren't many places in New Hampshire worthy to wear it. But I didn't care! My family took a trip to try The Revolution Cantina in Claremont and that was a good enough excuse for me. I paired it with distressed jeans, a gold shoulder bag I found on another recent thrift excursion, black caged heels, and a beaded collar necklace my mémère gave me for Christmas. I finished my look with copper eyeshadow, inspired by makeup in a Roberto Cavalli runway show.<br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-844177544857711572014-03-24T17:06:00.000-04:002014-03-24T17:11:21.848-04:00JustDon't - A Not So Fabulous Review of JustFab<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Whenever a college student is told they can have something for free, we generally don't mind going one extra mile if it's worth it. This was my mindset when I received an email from shoe subscription company, JustFab (formally known as Justfabulous), telling me I could get a free pair of shoes. Of course, I immediately read the fine print. I had to sign up for VIP membership and I knew I would have to pay for shipping. However, their website told me I could cancel my membership at any time with their 24 hour customer service. So I figured I would order my pair and cancel as soon as they shipped. Not surprisingly, only select styles were valid for the offer, but I found a pair I liked enough to pay five dollars for. Little did I know, those shoes would cost my bank account and my sanity much more! <br />
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<i>Friday, March 7th...</i><br />
I received my shoes in the mail and promptly cancelled my VIP membership. Customer service was a pain, as they desperately try to keep you on board even after telling them, "Yes, I know I can cancel anytime. That's why I'm canceling now!" It took twice as long as it should have, but I didn't mind it too much since I'd just gotten myself a $5 pair of shoes. <br />
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<i>Six days later...</i><br />
I get an email from JustFab saying, "Congratulations! You have a credit on your account!" At first, I was thinking they'd sent me a nice little present to beg for my return. Nope. My card was automatically charged $39.95 because I hadn't "picked my shoe for the month," even though I'd canceled my membership before that time was up. Thanks to this lovely gift, my account was now in the negatives. I called customer service right away. They told me there had been "a glitch in the system" and my cancellation hadn't processed. They would cancel my membership right away and process a refund to arrive in my bank account in 5-7 business days. I told them seven days wasn't good enough and asked to speak to a supervisor. They weren't able to get a hold of said supervisor but told me they would call my bank and get my refund to me in 3-5 business days.<br />
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<i>Six more days later...</i><br />
Nothing was in my account yet and I was growing more impatient everyday. I called them again to ask what was taking so long. The customer service representative told me my refund hadn't processed yet because there was yet another "glitch in the system." She immediately processed my refund and told me it should be in my account in 5-7 business days. I was furious. How was I to trust them when apparently their "systems" couldn't handle my account? I told her how upset I was and asked for a supervisor. I actually got a supervisor on the phone this time! She was apologetic, blah, blah, blah...but I told her how dissatisfied I was and demanded she do something else. She dodged around the problem with scripted PR words until she finally said she could speak to my bank representative. Of course, I was talking to her at 11pm, so there was no way to make this happen until I visited my bank the next day. She gave me her name and work hours and that was that for the time being.<br />
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<i>The next day...</i><br />
I arrived in Boston for the weekend and visited my bank. They gave me the line to call for electronic claims that's open 24/7 so I could talk to them at my convenience. I was busy settling in and visiting friends so I put that phone call off for the time being.<br />
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<i>One more day later...</i><br />
I finally received the refund in my bank account, without having to call my bank. I was so relieved to finally be finished with JustFab and all their "glitches." <br />
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I ordered a pair of sandals, called Ernesta, in size six. They were cute for five dollars, not much more. The materials were cheap -- the suede was fake, the satin thin and the woven-style platform was shedding its fibers. They were slightly big and fit closer to a six and a half. They looked cute on me though, and were surprisingly comfortable. But they were certainly not worth two weeks of high anxiety and a low bank account balance. </div>
Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-70464889861372172542014-03-13T01:37:00.001-04:002014-03-13T01:41:46.304-04:00Packing Tips From a Neat Freak<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's easy to get overwhelmed when you're faced with an empty suitcase to pack for a long trip. For me, it's an exciting time to invent new outfits and play dress up! I'm all about organization, so I used a simple way keep everything neat and minimal when I packed for NYFW last month. I'll be packing for another trip to Albany and Boston this weekend, so I figured it was an opportune time to share my packing tips! <br />
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<b>1. Plan your clothes in outfits and actually try them on.</b> I can't begin to remember all the times I've packed a top and bottoms I thought would look great together, just to find out during my trip that they didn't work at all! This also minimizes the amount of clothes you'll need to bring. If you've already tried on your outfits you'll know which ones need an an extra layer and which ones don't. There's no use in throwing a bunch of random tees or shoes in as back-ups if you already know what you need. Lastly, this method is super helpful when you're in a rush during your trip. Simply pick whichever ensemble fits your mood or the weather, and you're ready to go!<br />
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<b>2. If you want to get super organized, you can plan each outfit for a specific day.</b> I used my Page-a-Day calendar to lay out my clothes, then looked up the weather report to sort my outfits accordingly. (In most cases this ended up being a general guideline due to changes in weather/temperature/mood, but it's a great idea if you have big events to plan for). <br />
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<b>3. Pack a rotation of jewelry and accessories, with a few key pieces.</b> While it may be more exciting to pack different accessories for each day, it becomes a lot to keep track of. Only bring a few simple necklaces, rings, earrings, belts, etc. that you can rotate through during your trip. If you have room, add a couple statement pieces that you're only going to wear once. Not only will this keep the amount of small, easy-to-lose pieces to a minimum, but it also creates a collection unique to your trip. Well after your trip is over, these pieces will be more special because they'll remind you of your travels. <br />
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<b>4. Bring one pair of shoes for every three days you'll be gone.</b> Shoes are my weakness when I pack, yet they take up the most amount of space. I always think of all the scenarios I might need a bright pump or a chunky platform, then I end up wearing only half of the shoes I bring. A girl only needs a few basic shoes. My theory is that the longer your stay, the more shoes you'll need. (I'm also willing to make an exception if you have a wide range of events to attend, from super fancy dinners to walking through slush and snow for a meeting). <br />
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<b>5. Even if you aren't flying, bring all of your toiletries in travel size.</b> There is no reason you will need a full sized bottle of shampoo. And if for some reason your stay evolves into three months, it isn't hard to find more shampoo. You'll be amazed by how much more space you'll have in your suitcase once all your creams, washes, and hair products are in 3oz. bottles. </div>
Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-83384311925735584432014-03-05T22:56:00.000-05:002014-03-05T22:58:16.692-05:00NYFW AW14: By Misha featuring Marylai New York and GBGH <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The By Misha presentation was held at Lali Lali Gallery in SoHo. I had backstage
access so I got to see stylists preparing models' hair and makeup and
interviewed the leads of Bobbi Brown and Prive Salon. The collection was absolutely beautiful and I had the pleasure of
meeting and interviewing designer Misha Vaidya. Originally from London,
she has a romantic style yet knows the importance of strength. She
collaborated with Mary Lai of Marylai New York handbags and Jackie Barbosa of GBGH jewelry to add
necessary edge to her collection. I interviewed these two incredibly talented designers and also met some super stylish ladies who had impeccable vintage taste. One of these ladies, Kinna LeBlanc wrote about the show as well. Check out her post and pictures of us <a href="http://closetjane.blogspot.com/2014/02/nyfw-fw14-day-5-runway-review.html" target="_blank">here</a>. <br />
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For more about the show, read my article for Papercut Magazine here:</div>
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<a href="http://www.papercutmag.com/video/2014/02/20/misha-presents-eloquence-aw14-collection-featuring-marylai-handbags-and-gbgh" target="_blank">By Misha Presents "Eloquence" AW14 Collection Featuring Marylai Handbags and GBGH Jewelry</a></div>
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Also check out this awesome video (PS - I make a short appearance)!</div>
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-59430870322357583112014-02-24T01:20:00.001-05:002014-02-24T01:32:35.660-05:00New York Fashion Week - Autumn/Winter 2014 Overview<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I'm finally writing about my second New York Fashion Week experience! Needless to say, a week full of fashion shows and events was followed by a week full of deadlines and catching up on sleep.<br />
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I had so much fun in the city and have really begun to feel more at home there. Surprisingly, my affinity for NYC has taken a little time to unfold. Of course, it wouldn't be as enjoyable without the hospitality of my cousin and best friend, Maddie. She's shown me some great places and we've already made a lot of unforgettable memories, such as the time we tried meeting at a ferryboat party and ended up on opposite shores of Manhattan! But more on that later. Here's a little overview of the fashion week events I attended, people I met, clothes I wore and food I ate. I'll be posting about specific shows and designers soon. <br />
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<i>What I wore: </i>A gold, vintage blazer and green sweater layered over a blue button down, dark blue tuxedo pants, authentic Greek fisherman's hat, Badgley Mischka Julia Nappa satchel, and Superga sneakers (later had to change into winter boots due to the high snow banks and heaps of slush).<br />
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<i>Where I went:</i> I attended the By Misha presentation at the Lali Lali Gallery in SoHo and met some very wonderful people. I interviewed the three designers featured and I met some fabulous fashionistas and bloggers. <b>More details to come! </b><br />
<i>That night: </i>I was in pure euphoria. It was my first night in the city, I'd already met inspiring people, and seen beautiful clothes. <br />
<i>Beverage of the evening:</i> Owl's Brew Tea with rum<br />
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<a href="http://www.papercutmag.com/video/2014/02/20/misha-presents-eloquence-aw14-collection-featuring-marylai-handbags-and-gbgh" target="_blank">Read my article about the By Misha presentation here!</a></div>
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<i>What I wore:</i> A new satin, floral dress I just ordered from Victoria's Secret. I was so eager to wear it that I didn't consider how light it would be on the coldest night of the week! It was insufficient even with leather accented leggings, Cole Hann ankle boots, a Cynthia Rowley cowl scarf, a beanie and a leather jacket.<br />
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<i>Where I went:</i> I got lost in SoHo and missed my first show by ten minutes. Who knew exiting from the subway in the wrong direction could veer you so far off course? That evening I went to the William Okpo show. Just as I was gaining more confidence in my sense of direction, I forgot half of the address to the Leather Japan gallery opening and took two cabs to get to there.<br />
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<a href="http://www.papercutmag.com/articles/2014/02/21/william-okpo-aw14-90s-nostalgia" target="_blank">Read my article about the William Okpo show here!</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.papercutmag.com/articles/2014/02/16/leather-japan-thomas-erben-gallery" target="_blank">Read my article about the Leather Japan gallery opening here! </a></div>
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<i>That night: </i>Complimentary shuttles took everyone from the gallery to the after party that was to be on a ferryboat. I invited Maddie to meet me there and gave her the address we both thought was at the Chelsea Piers. Half an hour later, my shuttle stopped on Wall Street. Maddie was almost "there" but I wasn't leaving on the boat without her. I called her and we soon realized she was on the coast facing New Jersey and I was on the opposite facing Brooklyn. It was time to scratch plans and figure out new ones. I ran into the nearest Duane Reade to keep warm and charge my phone, got a cab, and finally met up with Maddie. At that point, all we wanted was warm pizza and a relaxing drink. So we ended the night at a cozy bar with her boyfriend and some delicious BBQ chicken pizza. <br />
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<i>What I wore:</i> A vintage, angora sweater dress on top of a printed skirt with fur winter boots, leather jacket, and a floppy, felt hat. Of course, I also carried my Badgley Mischka bag. </div>
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<i>Where I went:</i> I stopped by the AW14 Preview by Mega Mega Projects and interviewed a couple budding jewelry designers. It was a very intimate event that focused on small collections of high quality craftsmanship. </div>
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<a href="http://www.papercutmag.com/articles/2014/02/17/mega-mega-projects-aw14-preview-presents-arielle-de-pinto-and-wwake" target="_blank"> Read my article about the AW14 Preview here! </a></div>
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<i>That night:</i> I met Maddie at B & Co. in midtown for Zink Magazine's fashion event party. We had fun taking pictures of our outfits and catching up on our day. </div>
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<i>What I wore: </i>A red cable-knit sweater on top of a white button down with leather pants, fur boots, ruffled scarf, beanie and a wool, vintage coat. </div>
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<i>Where I went:</i> Late that morning, Maddie brought me to the Doughnut Plant to try what she told me were the best doughnuts ever. She was right! We had hazelnut, chocolate, chocolate chip and their Valentine's special, rose. Since we were fairly close to the next fashion week event I had on my agenda, she accompanied me to KOTUR's AW14 preview at the Standard hotel. It was quite the journey! There were puddles and slush at every intersection and it was impossible to get to the next block without stepping into eight inches of water. On our very wet way back to her apartment, we grabbed Mexican at a nearby food cart. My tacos were so delicious they made me forget all about those treacherous puddles. </div>
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<a href="http://www.papercutmag.com/articles/2014/02/21/kotur-previews-their-aw14-and-holiday-collections" target="_blank">Read my article about KOTUR's AW14 preview here! </a> </div>
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<i>That night:</i> While I'd been wearing my "waterproof" winter boots, they were no match for NYC puddles. I learned that a good pair of rain boots is an absolute necessity in this city. Maddie lent me hers for my last event of the week, Samantha Pleet's AW14 collection film premiere at the Wolverine store. I was really excited for this one because I'd covered her last collection in the fall. There was no way the weather would stop me from covering my first NYFW followup! <b>More details to come! </b></div>
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<a href="http://www.papercutmag.com/video/2014/02/15/samantha-pleet-adds-visions-her-saga" target="_blank">Read my article about Samantha Pleet's collection film premiere here! </a></div>
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My boyfriend came into the city for the weekend and I stayed until the following Tuesday. We had a really nice time together and between my internship work, we visited the dinosaurs at the American Museum of Natural History, had giant slices of pizza with Maddie and Daniel, took a slippery walk through Central Park, and ate lots of yummy bagels! <br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-30050023397539895462014-02-08T22:51:00.003-05:002014-02-08T22:51:32.979-05:00BCBG Max Azria AW14<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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BCBG is one of the shows that's had the biggest impression on me in these first few days of fashion week. Maybe it's just the cold weather getting to me, but I would love to wrap myself in one of their luxurious, fur capes or coats. While their outerwear was definitely the high point of their collection, I'm also digging the color palette. Everyone's been talking about pastels for winter and BCBG incorporated them in a very understated, approachable way. Soft pinks instead of bubblegum, stripes of aqua blue, and accents of orange all lent themselves to the greys, whites, and blacks. I usually gravitate toward the latter in winter, but I'd be willing to wear these more colorful pieces without a second thought. Additionally, their acid wash print was a pleasant reminder of burning wood -- the patterns made in logs as they become charcoal. Overall, this collection felt cozy and warm, making it one I'd be dying to get my hands on come fall. <br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-22209181659728322572014-02-06T13:00:00.001-05:002014-02-06T13:00:57.315-05:00Rachel Roy AW14 - Favorite Collection of the Season?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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New York Fashion Week just launched this morning and I think I've already discovered my favorite collection of the season. I know it's a little early to tell, but Rachel Roy's AW 2014 collection was everything I've ever wanted for a fall wardrobe. She contrasted beautiful lace with colorful leather. We all know I've become addicted to black leather, so why not branch out a little? Roy mastered the art of layering using one-piece dresses to create the illusion of a multi-garment outfit. This would make getting ready for a hectic day so much easier! Together, with her vibrant florals and brocade, structural and cozy outerwear, and just the right amount of edge, Roy's collection encompasses my style perfectly. This sets the wearability precedent high in my book for the week's upcoming shows. <br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-27142078826939000222014-02-05T16:54:00.001-05:002014-02-05T17:07:36.180-05:00Studs, Leather and Destiny - The Story of My Badgley Mischka Handbag<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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You know that feeling when you fall in love with an unattainable dress or pair of shoes? You just can't afford it, or at least not without killing your bank account, but you can't stop thinking about it. Once you leave the store you keep wondering if someone's snatched it up yet or if it's just sitting where you left it, waiting for you to come back for it. Well, that was me about a month ago! During a TJMaxx shopping trip, I'd found the most beautiful Badgley Mischka handbag in black leather with gold studs and hardware. I was in awe of how soft the leather felt and how perfect the bag was. It was down from it's original department store price, but was still out of my budget. Reluctantly, I put it back and settled for a quick snapshot to remember it by. A few weeks later, I found it again, same price, same disappointment. </div>
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Yesterday, I went back to TJMaxx once more to search for this bag of my dreams, in hopes that it went on clearance. My heart began to sink when it wasn't on display where it was the week before. But after a little digging, I saw those gold studs peeking from behind a couple less-than-average handbags and grabbed it before anyone could take it away from me. It was on sale so with my Christmas gift cards, and some help from my generous parents, it was a realistic purchase. I was finally united with this bag that had been on my mind for over a month! </div>
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The Olsens always seem to be five steps ahead of fashion. Their Pre-fall 2014 collection surprised everyone with older models wearing long a-line skirts, chunky and turtleneck sweaters, boxy coats, and fanny packs. It may sound frumpy as a whole, the twins seem to be having a nostalgic 90s moment, but the individual pieces are smart. Geared toward women 50 years and older, it's refreshing to see a collection with this type of age focus. There's plenty of black and luxurious materials, including a thick, fur coat. The tailored suits are just as sophisticated worn as separates and the hemlines are low enough for even the most conservative of women. <br />
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-3154530979672503242014-01-21T19:28:00.000-05:002014-01-21T19:37:27.041-05:00Welcome Back!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Happy New Year and welcome back to my blog! I've been on quite a hiatus lately. After the holidays, I visited my boyfriend in Albany for New Years and only a couple days later we were off to New Jersey for a film shoot. Andy directed and I was there to do hair and makeup. Those eight days were a combination of fun, boredom, frustration, meeting great new people, and above all, a huge learning experience. Once we got back to NY, we spent a day exploring in the city. Our last stop was NH, where he brought me home and spent a few days relaxing with me.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I helped with the set design in this scene!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Egyptian exhibit was one of my favorites!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I can cross "Go to mood" off my bucket list! </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I fell in love with a lion at FAO Schwartz. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Just being kids in a toy store!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">He took me to see the windows at Bergdorf & Goodman. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We got dinner at an awesome sandwich shop called Num Pang. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We both got really yummy fish sandwiches, mine with catfish, his with mahi-mahi. </td></tr>
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Until recently, I wasn't sold on the entire Hunger Games franchise. But through Trish Summerville's costume design in <i>Catching Fire</i>, I became intrigued. </div>
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The first movie, to me, was slow and overdone. There are so many dystopian books and movies today that the <i>Hunger Games</i> just felt like another regurgitated version. I wasn't planning on watching any more of the movies until buzz about <i>Catching Fire</i> rumored it was ten times better than <i>The Hunger Games</i>. So I saw it in theater a few days ago, and I was surprisingly impressed. Not only were the plot and acting better, but the costume design was taken to another level than any other movie I've seen this year. </div>
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Summerville, also the costume designer for the American version of<i> The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo</i>, curated an entire world of costumes. She had to dress both the modest district dwellers and the extravegant Capitol citizens. Then there were the Hunger Games uniforms, more streamlined and modern than before, and the intimidating, Peacekeeper uniforms inspired by the praying mantis.<br />
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She put a massive amount of detail into every key piece and gave the film a high fashion attitude. Her dark and edgy style made the previous film look like child's play. She used many pieces from Alexander McQueen (which made me squeal like an excited little girl), as well as handmade clothes from emerging designers. She was thoughtful enough to have a balance of labels and knew the importance of exposing lesser known talent.<br />
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I've made this kind of prediction before (sadly, I was wrong last year), but I stand behind Summerville to win the Academy Award for Best Costume Design. Before I saw this movie, I was certain Catherine Martin would win for <i>The Great Gatsby</i>, but Summerville proved the <i>Catching Fire</i> wardrobe to be a much larger task.<br />
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The very first garment you see in the film is Katniss' stunning cowl/scarf/shawl. No one really knows what to call it, but they all agree that it's too amazing for words. Designed by Maria Dora, this unique piece of knitwear is the talk of knitting bloggers and has inspired numerous DIY patterns. </div>
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Every outfit that Katniss wears throughout the tribute tour is perfect. There's really no other way to put it! Summerville balanced the style of the Capitol, where Katniss was now a celebrity, with the down-to-earth style of her district. She wore a lot of leather, deep colors and blacks, and great knitwear. </div>
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The biggest moment of her wardrobe, however, was her wedding gown. Designed by Tex Saverio, the dress had an intricate, metal bodice created with 3D printing. The full skirt was layer upon layer of cascading silk ruffles, weighing in at 25 pounds. </div>
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As a Capitol fashion maven, Effie must have been an exciting character to dress. She maintained her over-the-top, couture dressing, but Summerville incorporated more McQueen and fewer puffy, 80s sleeves. Her pieces completely surpassed the previous movie in detail, materials, and styling. Her dresses had intriguing textures and colors, the McQueen one was made entirely out of feathers painted as monarch butterflies. Her shoes, hair pieces, and accessories were dynamic and added to, not distracted from, her ensembles. </div>
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While a minor focus of the costume design, the tributes' clothing was equally innovative. Johanna's biggest look was her tree inspired gown made with cork at the neckline. Finnick had an interesting ensemble for his chariot outfit - a skirt made out of scales and a shiny, shell necklace - keeping with the detailed and textured aesthetic of the movie. </div>
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For this throwback, I'm showing you all the street style pictures I took at New York Fashion Week in the fall. I didn't have a professional camera, just my iPod, so I took a few discreet snapshots so as not to look like too much like a newbie. Some style mavens didn't mind stopping to pose for photographers, while many just walked right by in a hurry. <br />
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Of course, my favorite street style moment, was when I caught Andrew Bevan, Gloria Baume, and Mary Kate Steinmiller of <i>Teen Vogue</i> in Chelsea. <br />
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Just as everyone is getting over the S/S14 collections, Pre-Fall pops up with a fresh perspective. While shorts and sundresses are far in the future for most of us, this handful of shows brings us back to the reality of layers and earth tones. We can actually apply the styling to our current outfits and gather inspiration for our winter shopping. <br />
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That's why I'm loving Jason Wu's Pre-Fall 2014 collection. I has everything I want from a fall/winter wardrobe, by balancing thick knits and leather with thin lace and silk. He applied simple layering techniques that all of us on the East Coast can appreciate, like wearing a big sweater over a flowy dress. Nothing is too complex about his pieces, just clean, comfortable clothes that are beautifully understated. His gowns are divine! Who wouldn't want to wear one to a holiday party? And I'm all about his sweater and leather jacket combo. You get the rigidity of a leather moto jacket, with all the cozy warmth of a sweater.<br />
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Another thing I really like, while subtle, is his pairing of neutrals. For anyone who doesn't believing in wearing brown and black together, Wu proves that it can be done. Breaking the "rules" can be refreshing, especially in the winter when your biggest concern is staying warm. Lastly, the pointed toe is here to stay and his double buckle, ankle strap heels and booties are a must-have. <br />
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This fall, I won a contest that Tricia Cromwell posted on her Facebook. The prompt was to showcase an outfit incorporating fall trends, so I submitted the outfit I wore to the MFA a couple months ago (leather skirt and sneaker wedges). She picked my outfit and I won her Total Makeover prize, complete with a day of shopping, hair and makeup, and a photoshoot styled by Tricia!<br />
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I didn't have much money to spend due to my Christmas shopping budget, but we had a fun time window shopping. She introduced me to some stores and boutiques in Hingham, Mass. and I gathered a bunch of DIY ideas for my clothes and jewelry. <br />
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The best discovery of our day was this amazing top made out of can tabs, by Waleska. I've never worn a shirt made entirely out of metal, so I had to try it on of course! </div>
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After our shopping trip, we headed to Cloutier Photography's studio to start our photoshoot. We took some "before" pictures with a plain tee and then I got my hair and makeup done. It felt good to be pampered for a change, since I'm usually the one styling the model. They curled my hair and gave me a rosy, smokey eye. It was such a pretty, daytime take on a typically nighttime style. </div>
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Tricia styled me with my own clothes and accessories that I brought, along with some of her own jewelry from her spectacular case full of bracelets, necklaces, and earrings. She put together four looks for me to model. Then came the pictures! Take a look at them below! </div>
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Thank you to everyone who made my photoshoot so much fun, including Tricia, Lauren, Maryjo, and Stephanie! </div>
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Jennifer Ortakaleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452643575090687620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3657004419387509712.post-37711490954923004062013-12-16T15:41:00.002-05:002013-12-16T15:41:10.351-05:00Models Ferns Francois and Joel Sanchez Launch Modern Advocates to Boost Boston Fashion<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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There's a void in Boston's fashion community. Talent is plenty and the passion is strong, but very few have come together to make the industry bigger. After TheTents at Boston Fashion Week collapsed this year, two male models decided they needed to rally the city's fashion people.<br />
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Ferns Francois and Joel Sanchez just launched a fashion production and networking community called Modern Advocates. Their goal is to exhilarate Boston's fashion industry by bringing designers, models, stylists, buyers, media, actors, and the like together at weekly mixers.<br />
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I met up with Francois and Sanchez to find out exactly what Modern Advocates does and what they hope to accomplish. From revitalizing Boston Fashion Week, to getting more menswear designers in Boston, here's what they had to say. <br />
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Their kickoff event, LA x Tokyo, took place last Tuesday at Naga in Cambridge. Tomorrow will be their last event of the month until their relaunch in January. Starting at 10pm, fashionable Bostonians can connect, drink and dance while making strides for the industry. So go to Naga tomorrow night, meet new people and start a new future for Boston fashion!<br />
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To get all the details on tomorrow's event, go to the Facebook page <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/423885667738860/?ref_dashboard_filter=calendar" target="_blank">HERE</a>. </div>
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And make sure you check out Modern Advocates on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ModernAdvocatesBoston" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, Twitter (@ModernAdvocates) and Instagram (@modernadvocates). </div>
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