Sunday, September 29, 2013

Exclusive with Chris H. & Tony Veloz

                             
 
What else is there to say about Chris Hernandez? Chris, known world wide as Chris H on Tyra Banks' America's Next Top Model (CW network) is an extraordinary  model and comedian. This guys knowledge of of his craft as a model combined with his sense of humor produced an amazing day of shooting. Working with the incomparable photographer Tony Veloz on set has produced the story entitled "Hall of Style" (www.thefashionisto.com) styled by yours truly. 

Take a peek....
        
                                                            



Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Formerly Known As...

(Frankie Morello F/W 2013)


Graphic sweaters  to some have been and are recognized as "the ugly sweaters". Not really sure how this particular garment received such a name, but what I do know is if ugly  is what they are, then ugly is what many of style desire. It's noted that if an article of clothing does not meet personal standards of what's fashionably eye-catching, they voice their opinion and title it as such (ugly). In other words if sweater does not receive a notable grade on their fashion rector scale of style...ugly is the case that they gave it (laughter).  Style is simply a silent form of expression of ones current mood, besides "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder".  Fashion designers have reached back in time revisiting the designs of the "ugly sweater", using different textures, colors and characters to change the stereotypical name for sweaters. Lets enjoy a combination of qualities (color, shape, form, texture, messages, etc.) allowing our aesthetic senses to be pleased. When you're feeling fun, bubbly and overjoyed, don't verbalize it; show them as you pull out a graphic designed sweater that exudes your inner you. Just let your mood show!

Christopher Shannon f/w 2013
Givenchy f/w 2013
Frankie Morello f/w 2013


Iceberg w/2013

DSquared2 f/2013


Balmain w/2013

Willhelm Autumn f/w2013

Custo Barcelona 
The next time someone refers to your garment as "ugly", let them know it's "Formerly Known As"!!!