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Hugo Boss is heating up the summer with their ad campaign featuring one of the fashion industry’s newest it girls, Binx Walton. Walton shares the fashion stage with fellow model, Lexi Boling as the two pose in a desert atmosphere. Being a movie a nerd I immediately thought Star Wars meets 2015, but the couture brought me back down to reality.

As cool as it would be to see the princess shooting troopers in Hugo Boss I enjoyed the overall feel of the campaign as it was actually intended. The collection has a very nice color palette of white, cream and even a airy light blue. Belted skirts and dresses with relaxed slouchy pants make chic comfort easily attainable. This collection is perfect for the lady on-the-go who wants to look tailored without being overly stuffy. The campaign was styled by Tom Van Dorpe and lensed by Pierre Debusschere.

It looks like the guys wanted in on the Hugo Boss action too!

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Lifestyle

Fashion Quote June 11th 2015

Arianne Suggs June 11, 2015June 11, 2015Leave a Comment

“Fashion is an industry to make money. It plays into human psychology. We want to belong, we want to be loved. I’m not trying to demonize the fashion industry- I love the fashion industry- but style is about taking the control out of the industry’s hand and having you decide what works for you.”

-Stacy London

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Ad Campaigns and Fashion Editorials

Model Philomena Kwao Showcases Torrid’s Smokin’ Hot Swim Wear!

Arianne Suggs June 11, 2015June 11, 2015Leave a Comment

As more and more women are celebrating as well as embracing their shapes and physiques, retailers are answering the call to provide fashionable couture for more than those that fall within the size 2 category. Fashion retailer Torrid made it clear that for the summer season they want women to feel amazing and confident with their bodies. The CEO of Torrid explained,

“We change lives, we see that everyday. We see tears in our dressing rooms when girls realize they too can look beautiful and sexy in a swimsuit. We’re empowering them to join the movement — wear swimsuits with confidence, real cover girl style.”

Any woman young or old can testify that swim wear shopping can be quite intimidating. Thoughts of fluffy mid-sections, muffin-top, boob spillage, thunder thighs and even cottage cheese legs make wearing little to nothing seem worse than jumping out of a plane. Moreover, it seems that some designers do not want to cater to bodies that do not resemble a clothes hanger. How is Torrid changing the game when it comes to bathing suits? Torrid’s Senior Vice President of Design says of their summer collection,

“This collection is the culmination of two years of building and perfecting the best swimsuits I have ever seen or have had the pleasure to wear. These suits are fun and young and without compromise. They’re the kind of suits that, when wearing them, you find a confidence in yourself you never thought you’d have in a swimsuit.”

All that time designing swim wear was well worth it by the look of things. The collection is vibrant and the ad campaign showing them off is simply gorgeous. Torrid’s swim wear collection for summer 2015 is available now is covers sizes 12-28.

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Beauty

Beauty Crush: Ariana Miyamoto The First Bi-Racial MISS Universe Japan

Arianne Suggs June 10, 2015June 10, 2015Leave a Comment

This year back on March 12 Ariana Miyamoto made history by becoming the first ever bi-racial Miss Universe Japan! Although, her win caused quite a stir what she accomplished could not be silenced by internet trolls or nay-sayers. It wasn’t just the crown that had motivated Ariana to strive for greatness and for the ultimate beauty title in behalf of her country. Miyamoto explained,

“I was asked to join the competition in 2014 by an agency in Nagasaki, and although there were other biracial contestants, none of them won, so I declined, thinking I wouldn’t win anyway. But that same year, I had a biracial friend who killed himself, so for him I wanted to change Japan. I got an offer again this year, so I decided to enter.”

Miyamoto wants to continue to push boundaries of what is considered true beauty in Asian culture. Statistics show that bi-racial or mixed ethnicity children are on the rise in Japan so a strong voice is definitely needed to build esteem and confidence. Standing tall at 5’7 Ariana is up for the challenge to change public opinion. Nevertheless, this is not to say that the Asian community as a whole has not been supportive of her big win. Besides, receiving votes from 7 of the competition’s judges, Ariana says,

“I get voices of support from South Korea, and I think, these countries are neighbours but so different in their opinion of me.”

Ariana is definitely a gorgeous young lady and inspiration that beauty cannot be defined by a certain standard or preconceived list of features. Once again congratulations on your big win this year because we are crushing!

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Beauty

Make Makeup Last All Day Part Four

Arianne Suggs June 10, 2015June 10, 2015Leave a Comment

Beauty Quickie: Beauty experts agree that by applying your makeup right the first time you can encourage your cosmetics to stay in place. For instance, when it comes to foundation you want to apply it as evenly as possible. While some women use their fingers to accomplish this, MUA’s recommend using a sponge or beauty blender in order to yield amazing results.

Beauty

Make Makeup Last All Day Long Part Three

Arianne Suggs June 10, 2015June 10, 2015Leave a Comment

Beauty Quickie: Hopefully if you have been following this series of quick beauty tips you have the theme and thrust behind them clearly in mind. The breakdown of makeup usually occurs due to skin oil production. After application you can “set” makeup with translucent powder and be sure to include the eyelids. You want to be able to control the oils that are produced and created on the lid in order to prevent creasing of any eye makeup.

Beauty

Beauty Question: Is Makeup Primer Really Necessary?

Arianne Suggs June 9, 2015June 9, 2015Leave a Comment

Beauty Answer: Thank you for submitting this question and my goodness child yes! Primer has numerous benefits including: minimizing blotchy skin, concealing under eye bags and puffiness as well as evening out skin tone. Moreover, as you age primer becomes a nifty little friend to help fill in any slight lines prepping skin for makeup application.

Beauty

Make Makeup Last All day Part Two

Arianne Suggs June 8, 2015June 8, 2015Leave a Comment

Beauty Quickie: There is a very good reason your mother told you to keep you hands off your face. By constantly touching your face you will possibly not only smudge your makeup but the dirt and oils from your hands will transfer to your face causing your makeup not to last as long. Remember, oil breaks down cosmetics so it is best to try to keep oil at bay as much as possible.

Beauty

Make Makeup Last All day Part One

Arianne Suggs June 8, 2015June 8, 2015Leave a Comment

Beauty Quickie: If you prep your skin properly then your makeup will stay gorgeous and right where you want it. A clean face goes a long way in making sure your makeup looks stunning. Never apply more makeup over day old cosmetics and be sure to cleanse your skin morning and nightly. This is an important step because the elements i.e. sun/wind can cause oils to be produced and oil in turn breaks down your makeup. Help control oils and dirt by cleansing your face regularly.

Fashion

Streetstyle: Crop Top and Denim

Arianne Suggs June 5, 2015June 5, 2015Leave a Comment

Festival season fashion is spilling on over into summer with the help of crop tops and denim. The look is quite streamlined but due to the revealing of skin adds much appeal! If you still feel that you want to take your look up a notch try turning to accessories to add a little more punch. As shown a great hat, sunglasses or bold shoe choice can instantly provide more flair.

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