Showing posts with label interview. Show all posts
Showing posts with label interview. Show all posts
Thursday, February 2, 2012
KARL interviewing himself. MUST WATCH.
One of my biggest insperations. Start and end.
"What is my perfect day? Everyday is perfect, A perfect day is up to you to make it perfect" - Oh, gosh. I love him. <3
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
The Angels Have Spoken
This Thursday a brand-spanking-new Victoria’s Secret opened in my local mall. As per tradition, the store was opened by a Victoria’s Secret Angel, and out of all the girls they could have sent, they sent my personal favourite, South African bombshell Candice Swanepoel! During the meet and greet portion of the grand opening I got just over a minute to talk with her (the amount of time it took her to sign “Victoria, Lots of love, Candice”;). First of all, might I just say; she is as perfect in real life as she is in photos. Honestly, who looks like that? Anyways, here is the basic dialog of my short, but wonderful, conversation with Ms. Swanepoel:
Candice:Hey!
Victoria: HI! I was just wondering, what is your best beauty secret? Or like, tip?
Candice: Hmmm, I guess I’d say, clean your face really well, like even when I was younger, I’d always wash my face before bed. Never go to bed with make-up on. Oh! And moisturize head-to-toe.
Victoria: Thanks so much! Happy Birthday by the way [that day happened to be her 23rd birthday] what are you doing to celebrate?
Candice: Just hanging out at home I think, I fly back [to New York] tonight, and then I’ll party this weekend, like Friday, and Saturday, ha-ha!
Well you heard the woman! This beauty advice straight from lips of an angel must be followed!
-Victoria Gallagher-Morton
Sunday, September 26, 2010
RevWear Interview
A large portion of fashion has become materialistic. This much is true. I love, and support fashion, but even I can admit to that. So what if we cut out that “buy more and buy new” mind-set? You turn fashion into this wonderfully artistic contribution to the world. That is what RevWear is all about; creating fashion out of reused fabric and other recycled materials. RevWear by Revolution Wear is not only changing a bit of clothing, they are revolutionizing the entire world of fashion. From creating a less materialistic and more eco-friendly world, right down to helping the world realise that models are more than just subjects, but are indeed performers. We where lucky enought to get an interview with co-creator, Sapphire Singh.
VM: What are the qualifications to submit clothing into the shows?
RW: RevWear designers have been everything from self-taught fashion artists to 4th year Engineer students who had never picked up a needle and thread in their life. The most important requirement is dedication and passion. We also require that your submission be created from second hand, reused, or salvaged materials. Designers generally submit an informal proposal with their design(s) ideas by the end of October so we have plenty of time to provide feedback, offer support and make sure that the design(s) are ready for the annual show.
VM: When are the shows?
RW:The annual show takes place every year near the end of February or start of March. The 2011 date will be announced before the end of October.
VM: What exactly is your role in RevWear?
RW: I am the RevWear Co-creator that has stuck with the project since its first year back in 2004. My co-creator best buds still dabble in designing and other parts of the production, but I generally take care of the Public Relations (media, promotions, etc.), Event Logistics and submit a piece or two in the show. I am also involved with the education side of RevWear.
VM: Do the designers model their own clothes?
RW: It is up to the designer if they want to model their own piece, provide a model or let us match their designs up with a performer. We have no body type requirement for our models. We do however insist on personality. We prefer to call them performers rather then models to distance ourselves from the stereotype fashion show or event.
VM: Do you have any advice to those who want to start making their own clothes?
RW: Keep doing it. I hear far too often from people that say, "I used to sew..." or "my mom used to sew, but I never tried...". You have to do something, be active in it, to make it real and make it part of you. I would also suggest that you find allies. Seek out others, peers or otherwise, that are doing something similar to you. This group might look like an informal collective or end up being a sewing circle. Finally, be your own model. Wear what you make, and if it is more art then street wear, then share it any way you can. People won't know what you are capable of, if you hide your art away.
VM: What are the qualifications to submit clothing into the shows?
RW: RevWear designers have been everything from self-taught fashion artists to 4th year Engineer students who had never picked up a needle and thread in their life. The most important requirement is dedication and passion. We also require that your submission be created from second hand, reused, or salvaged materials. Designers generally submit an informal proposal with their design(s) ideas by the end of October so we have plenty of time to provide feedback, offer support and make sure that the design(s) are ready for the annual show.
VM: When are the shows?
RW:The annual show takes place every year near the end of February or start of March. The 2011 date will be announced before the end of October.
VM: What exactly is your role in RevWear?
RW: I am the RevWear Co-creator that has stuck with the project since its first year back in 2004. My co-creator best buds still dabble in designing and other parts of the production, but I generally take care of the Public Relations (media, promotions, etc.), Event Logistics and submit a piece or two in the show. I am also involved with the education side of RevWear.
VM: Do the designers model their own clothes?
RW: It is up to the designer if they want to model their own piece, provide a model or let us match their designs up with a performer. We have no body type requirement for our models. We do however insist on personality. We prefer to call them performers rather then models to distance ourselves from the stereotype fashion show or event.
VM: Do you have any advice to those who want to start making their own clothes?
RW: Keep doing it. I hear far too often from people that say, "I used to sew..." or "my mom used to sew, but I never tried...". You have to do something, be active in it, to make it real and make it part of you. I would also suggest that you find allies. Seek out others, peers or otherwise, that are doing something similar to you. This group might look like an informal collective or end up being a sewing circle. Finally, be your own model. Wear what you make, and if it is more art then street wear, then share it any way you can. People won't know what you are capable of, if you hide your art away.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Exclusive Interview!
After the Elle Canada Spring Style Lounge presentation was over, The Fashion Facet Report caught up with ELLE Canada associate fashion editor, Anthony Mitropoulos to ask him a couple of questions.
FF: I have never seen ELLE do anything like this before. Are [mall presentations] new?
Anthony: Yes it is new. This is our first time and we are testing it with this. It is a raw tour. First Lady Gaga and now ELLE!
FF: Haha! That’s great, so, how many will there be?
Anthony: We are doing four malls and multiple shows at each.
FF: I noticed Chanel wasn’t mentioned at all during the show. Would you say that their designs are becoming repeated, and not adapting to the latest trends? Or even go as far as to say they are in a rut?
Anthony: No, they change their designs slightly, and make tiny changes. It is subtle. They are different in that they don’t go over board. But in doing that, it may come off unnoticed. I love Karl Lagerfeld [head designer of Chanel]!
FF: Well Thank you so much, this has been great!
Anthony: No problem!
FF: I have never seen ELLE do anything like this before. Are [mall presentations] new?
Anthony: Yes it is new. This is our first time and we are testing it with this. It is a raw tour. First Lady Gaga and now ELLE!
FF: Haha! That’s great, so, how many will there be?
Anthony: We are doing four malls and multiple shows at each.
FF: I noticed Chanel wasn’t mentioned at all during the show. Would you say that their designs are becoming repeated, and not adapting to the latest trends? Or even go as far as to say they are in a rut?
Anthony: No, they change their designs slightly, and make tiny changes. It is subtle. They are different in that they don’t go over board. But in doing that, it may come off unnoticed. I love Karl Lagerfeld [head designer of Chanel]!
FF: Well Thank you so much, this has been great!
Anthony: No problem!
Anthony and I
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
ELLE Canada Style Lounge
Upper Canada Mall has long been my favorite place for all the obvious reasons, but now I have an excuse to hang around even more! When they are not doing events with the Easter Bunny or Santa, they manage to fit in amazing events such as the ELLE Canada Spring Style Lounge. The event was sponsored by Fuze, Blackberry, and H&M (all of which I have a total love affair with, coincidence?).
On the agenda was Fuze asking for a small donation for a free sample. I loved the drink, although the aspertame taste was very present. But for 15-25 calories, I'm willing to conpramise taste a little! Next I headed over to visit the H&M closet which was stalked full with the latest fashions from not only H&M, but forever21 (could this day get any better!?). There I picked out a Forever21 jacket and had my picture taken with a Blackberry phone. The photo was sent to twitter, and there I have the chance to win amazing prizes (hello, free Blackberry!).
And now the show was about to begin. The star attraction was the one and only, ELLE Canada associate fashion editor, Anthony Mitropoulos! He had gone to the four fashion capitals (London, New York, Paris, Milan) and has brought back a trend report on what he saw. Presented in the form of a well done Power Point, Anthony did a terrific job talking about whats hot. There where amazing examples from tons of amazing designers. After the show Fashion Facet caught up with Anthony for an exclusive interview (coming soon).
All in all, it was a great event...and guess what! There are more to come. Below is a list of the future tour dates and locations!
May 5-9
Upper Canada Mall,
Newmarket, ON
www.uppercanadamall.ca
May 12-16
Oakville Place,
Oakville, ON
www.oakvilleplace.ca
May 19-23
Mapleview Shopping Centre,
Burlington, ON
www.mapleviewshoppingcentre.ca
May 24-30
Vaughan Mills,
Vaughan, ON
www.vaughanmills.ca
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