Please tell me i am not the only one who thinks this is slightly ridiculous that she is now squeezed between a car and home magazine?!
Showing posts with label Magazine. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Magazine. Show all posts
Cheryl Fever
I know Cheryl Cole has turned in to one huge celebrity but do we really need a magazine entitled 'Cheryl' on the news stand??
Please tell me i am not the only one who thinks this is slightly ridiculous that she is now squeezed between a car and home magazine?!
Please tell me i am not the only one who thinks this is slightly ridiculous that she is now squeezed between a car and home magazine?!
The Sunday Times Style - spot the mistake!
The Sunday Times Style is known in the fashion industry as one of the best Sunday supplements.
Imagine my surprise when i noticed this glaringly obvious mistake on 'The Real Deal' page!
3. Camel coat, £129, from Zara. 4. Leather A-line mini, £279, from Jigsaw Vintage. 4. Tan loafers, £80, from Topshop.
Hands up who can't count?
Let me know if you spotted it too!
Imagine my surprise when i noticed this glaringly obvious mistake on 'The Real Deal' page!
3. Camel coat, £129, from Zara. 4. Leather A-line mini, £279, from Jigsaw Vintage. 4. Tan loafers, £80, from Topshop.
Hands up who can't count?
Let me know if you spotted it too!
Fashionable weight loss
Marie Claire recently launched their online Diet Club and at the moment they are offering you a free 5 day trial. To put it bluntly it is an online version of WeightWatchers, but without the embarrassing meetings. Hurrah!
As I am interested in keeping fit and eating healthily i thought i would put it to the test. My aim is to lose 5lbs – not exactly a life changing amount i know!
The interface is very easy to use and self explanatory and the mini-tuition when you sign in for the first time is extremely helpful. (Even my mother could do use it – and that’s putting it to the test!)
My favourite features available are:
- Barcode QuickSearch – Type in the barcode of your item to add the calories to your diary
- My Food Reports – highlights your average alcohol intake, highest fat foods and your exercise expenditure.
- Food Swap – if you can’t resist your favourite chocolate treat, find a healthy, lower calorie alternative.
So far i haven’t found any negatives but i will keep you posted!
Esquire 'does' Fashion Week...
To mark the occasion that is Fashion Week (if you don't know this, please stop reading - where have you been?!) Esquire have launched a free magazine highlighting the best dressed, where to shop and who to watch. I don't generally read men's mags but this did entertain me, even if it is all about menswear!
I've decided i'm famous...
One of the most exciting aspects of completing a placement at a magazine, is seeing the outcome of the shoots you assisted on.
The March issue of Vogue has just graced the shelves of my local supermarket, and i was in my element - stood in the middle of the store oogling at the shots they had chosen, and reminiscing about what went on behind the scenes. (Much to the annoyance of the staff)
I was particularly excited to see a cropped version of a headband i made whilst on the shoot. I have officially decided i am famous, even though they have not put me as a credit, i know that i made that! (Now you do - spread the word. Professional Milliner please.)
This is the photo shoot i helped out entitled Girls Allowed
Photographer: Mario Testino
Fashion Director: Lucinda Chambers
Fashion Assistant: Gillian Wilkins
Fashion Assistant Assitant: Rhian Dark
Milliner: Rhian Dark
More images to follow....
Vogue Videos
The March issue of Vogue has just graced the shelves of my local supermarket, and i was in my element - stood in the middle of the store oogling at the shots they had chosen, and reminiscing about what went on behind the scenes. (Much to the annoyance of the staff)
I was particularly excited to see a cropped version of a headband i made whilst on the shoot. I have officially decided i am famous, even though they have not put me as a credit, i know that i made that! (Now you do - spread the word. Professional Milliner please.)
This is the photo shoot i helped out entitled Girls Allowed
Photographer: Mario Testino
Fashion Director: Lucinda Chambers
Fashion Assistant: Gillian Wilkins
Fashion Assistant Assitant: Rhian Dark
Milliner: Rhian Dark
More images to follow....
Vogue Videos
Eco-preneurs
For my final year dissertation, i am creating a magazine for a little ethical website entitled ethicsgirls.co.uk. Here is the interview i conducted for the magazine with the eco-preneur Brian Whitters.
The ethical sector is one of the fastest growing and is increasingly becoming one of the best paid in the industry. Here, we highlight a few eco-preneurs who have acted on their passion, fed up of the ‘ignorance is bliss’ approach when it comes to ethical issues.
I first met Brian in 2008 and after ten minutes with the man i felt extremely inadequate. Don’t get me wrong, I am actively involved in recycling and reducing my carbon footprint, but this is nothing compared to the work this individual has done for the fashion industry. Throughout his work, Brian has helped improve the lives of thousands of workers in third world countries, and we take a look at how it all began.
Brian started Auchinglen Consultants in 1997. The company sets out to improve conditions of workers in retail environments by developing and implementing strategies to ensure they have reasonable working hours, a safe and healthy working environment and no child or forced labour.
After realising his childhood dream of becoming a pilot was a little out of reach, it was his mother who persuaded him to get involved in the fashion industry. (Although he admits it would have been fun to be a pilot) ‘When I finished my A Levels I had applied to three different universities to study three different things, which were English, Gaelic and Textile Technologists. At that time a lot of teachers couldn't’t find work and were going on the dole, so my mum suggested I go for the textile technologist course as she didn’t want me to be unemployed.’ A wise decision from his mum, as shortly after his three years at university, he was employed by Marks & Spencer’s as a technologist and whisked off to Asia where they were just starting to manufacture abroad. He explains that this was a life changing experience ‘At this time not a lot was known about trading abroad and whilst I was there I saw some horrendous sights in factories - it was truly awful and something i will never forget.’
In 1997, after 15 years in Asia, Brian came back to the UK with the determination to make a difference to what he had seen as his time as a technologist. However, 12 years ago, ethical trading was not heard of and was definitely not as important as it is today. ’I tried telling people about the appalling conditions I had come across but no one would listen.’ The frustration of brands adopting the ‘ignorance is bliss’ approach resulted in Brian setting up his own business. ‘I decided to set up my own business and attempt to make a difference to the lifestyle I had witnessed in these third world countries.’
This was not plain sailing though, as the fashion world was not interested in this area and Brian consequently found it difficult to encourage businesses to listen. Determined to make it work, he turned his approach to companies who were already morally upstanding, such as Disney, who ended up being his first client. ‘Disney were great to work with, they were so much fun. Toy story had just been launched and so we were constantly surrounded by Buzz light year!’
His second clients were Anglo Accessories. A small sunglasses brand who when Brian started had nothing in place regarding ethical trading and he explains that ‘they had no idea on how to make their brand ethical and this was especially challenging.’ However after Brian had left his mark they had a fully implemented a trading regime using factories that are audited thoroughly and abide by the ETI code. He explains that ‘It was a great achievement, and i am still in contact with them today.’
From then on, Brian didn’t look back, as ethical issues became more prominent in society, his client list increased by the truck load; from small companies such as Ethel Austin, to the big players, such as Marks & Spencer, they all wanted a piece of him.
After a couple of years in this industry, Brian realised that he could help influence the next generation. ‘When i was at university i was never aware of the planet and the affects my buying decisions had on it. Nowadays though, students are far more knowledgeable and i think this level of awareness should be maintained. If you can influence their decisions from an early age, it will make such a big difference to brands that will employ them in years to come.’
It may come as a surprise but the impressive client list is not what Brian is most proud of as he is not a fan of the limelight. ‘I set out to help people; this is where i get my job satisfaction from. Whilst i was I was working for Wal-Mart, I came across a cleaner who was regularly being beaten by her manager, and through my work I was able to stop this. This is my greatest achievement.’ And i think you’ll agree, it is definitely one to be proud of.
Brian’s Top tips?
Make sure you have a solid grounding when you start out and know who you are as a person.
Network, network and network!
Make sure people know who you are and what you are doing.
The ethical sector is one of the fastest growing and is increasingly becoming one of the best paid in the industry. Here, we highlight a few eco-preneurs who have acted on their passion, fed up of the ‘ignorance is bliss’ approach when it comes to ethical issues.
I first met Brian in 2008 and after ten minutes with the man i felt extremely inadequate. Don’t get me wrong, I am actively involved in recycling and reducing my carbon footprint, but this is nothing compared to the work this individual has done for the fashion industry. Throughout his work, Brian has helped improve the lives of thousands of workers in third world countries, and we take a look at how it all began.
Brian started Auchinglen Consultants in 1997. The company sets out to improve conditions of workers in retail environments by developing and implementing strategies to ensure they have reasonable working hours, a safe and healthy working environment and no child or forced labour.
After realising his childhood dream of becoming a pilot was a little out of reach, it was his mother who persuaded him to get involved in the fashion industry. (Although he admits it would have been fun to be a pilot) ‘When I finished my A Levels I had applied to three different universities to study three different things, which were English, Gaelic and Textile Technologists. At that time a lot of teachers couldn't’t find work and were going on the dole, so my mum suggested I go for the textile technologist course as she didn’t want me to be unemployed.’ A wise decision from his mum, as shortly after his three years at university, he was employed by Marks & Spencer’s as a technologist and whisked off to Asia where they were just starting to manufacture abroad. He explains that this was a life changing experience ‘At this time not a lot was known about trading abroad and whilst I was there I saw some horrendous sights in factories - it was truly awful and something i will never forget.’
In 1997, after 15 years in Asia, Brian came back to the UK with the determination to make a difference to what he had seen as his time as a technologist. However, 12 years ago, ethical trading was not heard of and was definitely not as important as it is today. ’I tried telling people about the appalling conditions I had come across but no one would listen.’ The frustration of brands adopting the ‘ignorance is bliss’ approach resulted in Brian setting up his own business. ‘I decided to set up my own business and attempt to make a difference to the lifestyle I had witnessed in these third world countries.’
This was not plain sailing though, as the fashion world was not interested in this area and Brian consequently found it difficult to encourage businesses to listen. Determined to make it work, he turned his approach to companies who were already morally upstanding, such as Disney, who ended up being his first client. ‘Disney were great to work with, they were so much fun. Toy story had just been launched and so we were constantly surrounded by Buzz light year!’
His second clients were Anglo Accessories. A small sunglasses brand who when Brian started had nothing in place regarding ethical trading and he explains that ‘they had no idea on how to make their brand ethical and this was especially challenging.’ However after Brian had left his mark they had a fully implemented a trading regime using factories that are audited thoroughly and abide by the ETI code. He explains that ‘It was a great achievement, and i am still in contact with them today.’
From then on, Brian didn’t look back, as ethical issues became more prominent in society, his client list increased by the truck load; from small companies such as Ethel Austin, to the big players, such as Marks & Spencer, they all wanted a piece of him.
After a couple of years in this industry, Brian realised that he could help influence the next generation. ‘When i was at university i was never aware of the planet and the affects my buying decisions had on it. Nowadays though, students are far more knowledgeable and i think this level of awareness should be maintained. If you can influence their decisions from an early age, it will make such a big difference to brands that will employ them in years to come.’
It may come as a surprise but the impressive client list is not what Brian is most proud of as he is not a fan of the limelight. ‘I set out to help people; this is where i get my job satisfaction from. Whilst i was I was working for Wal-Mart, I came across a cleaner who was regularly being beaten by her manager, and through my work I was able to stop this. This is my greatest achievement.’ And i think you’ll agree, it is definitely one to be proud of.
Brian’s Top tips?
Make sure you have a solid grounding when you start out and know who you are as a person.
Network, network and network!
Make sure people know who you are and what you are doing.
I make great cups of tea..
I have spent the past 2 weeks analysing every tiny visual and written aspect of the magazine Tatler, that i honestly think i could be editor by now! I am not some kind of weird obsessive person, and feel the need to do this for fun, i do have a reason for this slave labour; for uni i created a potential supplement for the publication to support my trend mapping research project on the Rah. (Parts of it can be seen above)
It was only till i started looking at the magazine that i was reminded at how simplicity is the key to creating a good layout for a publication. The magazine use 2 fonts, 3 columns and generally stick to one colour scheme throughout. Easy peasy then! Yeh, not quite.
It made me realise how much i aspire to write for a fashion magazine as i had great fun writing the articles, and as nerdy as it sounds, loved every minute of creating the magazine!
So, if you are a magazine editor reading this, please take note. I make exceedingly good cups of tea..
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