12 October, 2010

The Ever Changing Fashion Industry And Its Palate Of Inspiration

The fashion industry is without a doubt one of the most changeable ones and what is one man’s trends may be another’s worst nightmare. When looking to fashion for inspiration or vice versa it is important to consider a number of variables. Sometimes being fashionable is about how you carry yourself as much as it is about how you do things.


Fashion has many connotations and not all of it is easy to understand. You have to put a lot of time and effort into truly looking trendy and spectacular or you can effortlessly carry off a simple look that will completely stand apart in its elegance and style.

The trends in fashion are forever changing and the last few years have seen the advent of eco friendly designs that are not just about looking good but also going green. Using non chemical dyes, earth friendly fabrics like jute and other messages were strongly emphasized by many of the trends seen on the ramp.


Every season sees some new trend coming up and this season, purple is the new black.  Fashion in not just about latest designs but also about the right colors and nothing can be as tasteful as choosing the right looks.

In addition to many trends in color influencing the fashion industry, more than ever movies and celebrities are redefining couture and its trends. Taking inspiration from movies and power dressing are taking on new meaning as trends continue to emerge which are continually experimenting with cuts, fabrics and shades.

Fashion is about self expression, cultural creativity and innovation. Many iconic figures have been admired for their sense of style including the late princess Diana who had the world’s eyes on her for every dress and style she was seen to sport.


When indulging your craving for a dose of fashion also bear in mind that many cult looks have also come from rock and pop stars who have inspired people to experiment not just with their clothes but also their hair, makeup and more.

Movies are also changing the way the fashion industry is influencing lives as cult movies like the twilight continue to inspire a whole new look in the younger and older generations.

11 October, 2010

Fashion Industry Internships : Hone Your Skills To Make An Impression

Fashion is an often reinvented and reiterated concept that keeps changing with the times. There is a lot of glamour, tight deadlines and countless ideas that go into inventing and bringing out a new look each season. In order to truly understand and be able to deliver on the requirements of this industry getting exposure to the real hard work that goes on behind all the shiny new looks is important.


Fashion industry internships offer just this edge to many people. There are many youngsters who pass out with many dreams and few of them get the privilege of doing internships paid or unpaid with their favorite designers. It takes a lot to be able to launch one’s own line and what better way to learn than from the horse’s mouth.


Whether you wish to work in retail merchandising, have your own shoes or open a boutique, learning the ropes is important. The more you can work with other designers who have made their mark, the better you learn the tricks of the trade. The roads may be long and arduous but the fame that comes from making a mark can be addictive and will provide to you the push you need to succeed.

Fashion industry internships will make sure that people can push the limits of their creativity and continually come up with innovative and interesting design ideas that will truly make a difference. It is the much needed element of experience that will help designers to truly excel and make a difference.


The fashion industry internships can be acquired after completing a bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree or simply if you have the passion to design or work in this industry and have the right contacts. Not all designers have learnt things from a fashion school but some knowledge of techniques, fabrics, designing basics and colors are important.

Having an innate ability to draw and idea about colors and fabrics can go a long way to bringing out your inner talent. But to hone the skills to the level they need to make an impression fashion industry internships are important.

09 October, 2010

Extending The Runway : Tatiana Sorokko Style

"Extending the Runway: Tatiana Sorokko Style" is a fashion shows named after Tatiana Sorokko who was the first Russian model to achieve worldwide success. Moving from Moscow to Paris in 1990, she walked the ramp for major designers such as Yves Saint Laurent, Karl Lagerfeld, Miuccia Prada, Issey Miyake and many more.



For over a decade, Sorokko graced the covers and editorial pages of European and American magazines such as Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue, Elle and Cosmopolitan.

At present she is a providing her service to the American Harper’s Bazaar as an editor interviewing and styling photo shoots of notable subjects all over the world. Her power as an international style setter and taste maker extends well beyond the podium.

Sorokko was named to the International Top 100 Best Dressed list by American Vogue in 2000 and the Best Dressed Women of All Time list by Harper’s Bazaar in 2007.

"Extending the Runway: Tatiana Sorokko Style" will displays case works from the early 20s till today. The runways become more active and live, due to the participation of renowned designers and trendy houses. Fortuny, Paquin, Lanvin, Madame Grès, Balmain, Patou are some of the name that participate in this International event.

Extending the Runway is a carnival of Sorokko's global fashion career, her fashion, trend and style setting visualization and distinctive style. The setting covers up two Museum arcades and texture, 60 garments and frills of famous designers like Balenciaga, Balmain, Comme des Garcons, Fortuny, Ferre, Halston.

16 September 2010 saw the birth of Tatiana Sorokko Style in US, at Phoenix Art Museum. The event showed a collection of 18000 outstanding works of Asian American European and Latin American Contemporary and modern art along with fashion design.