School Assignment: Marc Jacobs, Oh, Lola

School Assignment

{ Week #10 - Current Designers }

Article: Marc Jacobs Launches Lola Sister: Oh, Lola

by Julie Naughton

Source: WWD ISSUE 06/10/2011

Summary: Marc Jacobs will be launching later this summer, Oh, Lola.

He has been in the fragrance business since September 2001. 

"I never thought when we started years ago that we'd be a big player

in the fragrance world. It seemed like, at best, we could have the name

on a bottle, but I didn't think we'd have such success and appreciation

from the public," Jacobs told WWD.

Originally, Jacobs’ scent license was held by the American Designer Fragrances 

division of the LVMH-owned Parfums Givenchy and distributed in about 

200 doors in the U.S. In 2003, Jacobs’ beauty license was acquired 

by the Coty Prestige division of Coty Inc. 

That 2003 sale to Coty has launched some of Jacobs’ biggest scents to date, 

which include 2007’s Daisy, 2010’s Bang and 2009’s Lola.

The last fragrance is getting a little sister, Oh, Lola, 

a play on "oh la la." She has a recolored bottle 

and is a little more seductive - Sweeter.

(images via WWD)

School Assignment: Giorgio Armani Resort 2012

School Assignment

{ Week #10 - Current Designers }

Article: Giorgio Armani Resort 2012

by WWD.COM

Source: WWD.COM

Summary: Giorgio Armani has introduced two new pant styles into his

latest resort collection: "a loose version with a transversal cut on the hem

to reveal the heel, and a cigarette trouser in taffeta accessorized with a bow belt."

In this collection he has reinterpreted his iconic daywear with light touches from

the Far East, "the asymmetric cuts, the precious buttons and the gem-inspired

color palette of jade, amethyst and lapis blue."

(images via WWD)

School Assignment: Gianfranco Ferré

School Assignment

{ Week #3 - Current Designers }

(images via style.com)

Article: Tommaso Aquilano, Roberto Rimondi Out at Ferré

by Luisa Zargani

Source: WWD - Issue 04/20/2011

Summary: Gianfranco Ferré's new owner, Paris Group, has let go of the brand's creative directors Tommaso Aquilano and Roberto Rimondi.

Sources say that sales were not going well and that could have been the

reason behind dismissing the two.

An anonymous retailer was also quoted saying, "We bought a minimal

amount of the collection for the sake of carrying the brand, but 

there simply were not enough samples. There was almost no daywear

and evening wear was fairy tale, like something for the Oscars.

It may work for a small, niche brand, but not for such a global brand."

Ferré's suffering sales are nothing new since the death

 of their designer, Michele Giglio, in June 2007.

She was a owner of seven boutiques in Palermo, Italy,

and was a fan of Aquilano and Rimondi's work.

Michele believed that they were very talented but they had not

had their chance yet to express it due to the fact that they

were asked to revisit Ferré's archives. 

"Ferré died bringing his art and hertiage with him, and it's a

mistake to continue following old patterns. Companies should have

the courage to keep the brand but do something else

and entirely different, maybe adding no more than one

 or two iconic items to the collection," said Giglio.

She cited Dior as an example and what John Galliano did with

the brand before he was disgraced. 

Sources believe that the company may take a season off 

and have an in-house team design the men's collection that is due

to be out between May and June.

As for Aquilano and Rimondi no one is too sure but

they have had success in the past creating their own line, 6267,

which was launched in 2004 and renamed Aquilano.Rimondi in 2008.

So hopefully they will be able to pick-up and start again.

  

School Assignment: John Galliano

School Assignment

{ Week #2 - Current Designers }

(images via style.com)

Article: John Galliano Out at Namesake Company

by Miles Socha with contributions from Luisa Zargani, Kerry Olsen

Source: WWD - Issue 04/15/2011

Summary: Most are aware that Dior let head designer John Galliano go

last month after an anti-Semitic and racist outburst surfaced. He also has just been

"formally sacked from the fashion company that bears his name."

The 17-year-old firm's board just recently met and made the

decision to "eject the maverick British designer."

They have no immediate priority to sell the company, but

there are interested parties if that changes.

The current in-house design team at John Galliano will be charged

with producing collections at a house prized for bias-cut dresses,

newspaper prints and retro-tinged tailoring. A pre-spring collection

is already said to be in the works.

"Galliano is to stand trial on a charge of public insult at 

the High Court, which is expected on May 12 to set the date

for the proceedings. The designer could face months in prison

and a fine of 22,500 euros ($31,271)."

By no means do I agree with Galliano on his views,

but it is a shame to see a talent go to waste.

Messy bun = stress mode

I'm alive - but barely

It is only the second week into my semester

and I'm already a stressMessy!

- 9 rendered/marker Illustrations (check)

- 500 word essay (check)

- 20 dresses "that changed the world" (check)

- current designer blog post ( quadruple check! )

- Create a Store, logo, hangtags, mood board, and packaging (check)

Are you as tired as I am yet?!?

I swear I wear colors, just sometimes school is school..

 I throw on black and twist that hair up, exciting I know..

I do appreciate all of you stopping by my blog,

feel free to follow and let me know what you think.

♥

(( here is my mood board for my store concept ))

the store's name is: texture

it is a beauty boutique - kind of an anthropologie spin off

I'm not sure if I like the logo.. something to work on

Who is excited

 that it is almost the weekend??

me, Me, ME.

xoxo

School Assignment: new quarter, new posts

School Assignment

{ Week #1 - for Current Designers }

Article: Insiders Sound Off on Louboutin/YSL Lawsuit

by Michelle Tay

Source: WWD - Footwear News  Friday April 8, 2011

Summary: Christian Louboutin SA is suing the French fashion label for trademark

 infringement - "LV is alleging that YSL america Inc. is selling shoes with red soles

 that are "virtually identical" to its signature styles, thereby violating

 its trademark for the footwear."

Attorneys believe that the litigation between the two parties could potentially

go on for a long time, due to the fact that both have large and skilled law firms

working for them.. they wouldn't be surprised to see this case settled outside of court.

The shoes that drew the attention was the YSL Palais pump.

It has a colored suede upper and colored soles in the identical shade.

There are 4 other colors offered: Green, Purple, Tan, and Black

"Both companies sell their shoes side by side in high-end fashion stores,

including Saks Fifth Avenue, Barneys New York and Bergdorf Goodman,

and Louboutin's complaint stated that the "defendants' use of a red sole on their

infringing footwear threatens to mislead the public, and has impaired

plaintiffs' ability to control their reputation."

Fact: Louboutin was awarded a registered trademark for its red sole

by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in 2008.

Louboutin is seeking $1 million in damages, as well as a court injunction

against YSL's sale of its shoes.

It will be interesting to see who wins

 and how this will play out..

School Assignment #6: Environmental Impact

{ Research the latest trends in fabrics and finishes } 

Describe the fabric and the type of finish

- Name of fabric

- Produced: Man made or Natural

- Any environmental impact due to the process

- Apparel merchandise fabric is used for

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Name of fabric: Faux Suede/ Dinamica

Produced: Man made from 100% recycled PET.

The material is super-durable and water-repellent,

but is still soft to the touch - a true fashion innovation.

Environmental impact: Made out of recycled bottles.

The microfiber looks and feels like the genuine article,

except it's cruelty-free, uses no solvents or harsh chemicals,

and is completely recyclable.

Compared with petroleum-based polyester, 

Dinamica cuts carbon emissions by 60%.

Apparel merchandise: Faux Leather goods.

Shoes and bags.

My favorite brand: MATT & NAT 

& Beyond Skin

School Assignment #5: 21st Century Retailing

{ Research the latest trends in retailing }

Present two findings (articles):

- Retailer

- Location

- Description of the latest trend (about)

- Imagery

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1st Article - Fall 2011 Trend: The Lush Life

Retailer: Bloomingdales & Neiman Marcus

Location: all locations

Description: "Designers are pouring on the luxury,

sending out a strong texture message with

rich furs, chunky knits and smart tweeds."

(The Row RTW Fall 2011)

(Donna Karan RTW Fall 2011)

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2nd Article - NY Runway Trend: Blue Streak

Retailer: Bloomingdales & Neiman Marcus

Location: all locations

Description: "From cerulean to sapphire, periwinkle to navy,

designers are showing off a major case of the blues for Fall '11"

- rich navy suede boots

- head-to-toe looks in a cool blue palette

(Alexander Wang Fall '11)

(DKNY Fall '11)

(Rebecca Taylor Fall '11)

(Diane von Furstenberg Fall '11)

Both Articles and images from WWD

School Assignment #4: Trunk Show

{ Research various fashion related trunk shows }

on the internet, in trade publications, etc.

Describe the trunk show:

- Designer Line

- Retailer/ Location

- Participants/ Guest

- Models, mannequins, food, 

music, etc.

- Include images and/or video


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Isabel Toledo
Fall 2009 Trunk Show

- Designer Line: Isabel Toledo
- Retailer/ location: Barneys New York
660 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10065
- Participants/ guest: Hosted by Simon Doonan
Personal Appearance by Isabel Toledo
Guests - Vogue's Andre Leon Talley, Barneys' Julie Gilhart,
 and loyal customers
- Mannequins, Q&A session, drinks?

(images via LIFE magazine)

(information about trunk show from here) 

School Assignment #3: Private Label/ Private Brand

{ Choose/Research 2 different types } 
of private label or private brand apparel.

Describe the labels or brands
- the name
- retail store that sells it
- type of merchandise, price, competition, 

where it is made/manufactured, etc.

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Private Label: Basically U

- Sold at ULTA beauty

- Type: basic beauty tools

- Price: $1.49 - $6.99

- Competition: Butter London & Essie

- Made: in USA

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Private Brand: Aqua

- Sold at Bloomingdales

- Type: Contemporary Women's Wear

- Price: $48 -$250

- Competition: Free People, Joie, and Juicy Couture

- Made: "Imported"

Winter Midterm work

Midterm Project

Here is just a little of my most recent school work.

I turned in my sketchbook so I'll have to wait to share my actually 

fashion illustrations, but here is my theme board I put together

to create 14 flats for a contemporary clothing line.

I named my line Karly - Karl Lagerfeld/Burberry lol

and we created the line for Fall 2011

From my research all black is in, 1970's with a modern twist,

a Parisian/Bohemian vibe, and tailored looks.

My line was inspired by Alice+Olivia, and Free People.

and I can't take credit for the clothing ideas, I just drew the

technical drawings known as Flats. ((by hand))

I hope to share more with you guys.

Thank you for all your kind comments

♥

School Assignment #2: Apparel Industry 2011

{ Locate three articles } 
that characterize the direction of the apparel industry

- supply thoughts for each (brief description)
- add links or site the reference (hard copy)
- add Imagery (always a plus!)


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1st Article: Fabric Firms Eye Slow Rebound
by Vicki M. Young and Marc Karimzadeh
posted Tuesday January 25, 2011
from WWD ISSUE 01/25/2011

Who: Designers, Buyers, and Exhibitors in the textile sector

Where: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan, New York

When: January 11th & 12th

What: textile shows/ Texworld USA

"Showcased resources for findings, trims, lace and embroidery, and a large group

of Indian exhibitors of embroidery, and silk and wool fabrics."

The article discussed that there is still much uncertainty if business is picking up

 among the industry. Many had reason to believe that the economy is starting to lift

and the rebound will soon begin to positively impact business. 

Exchange rates and the global economy are some of the current

challenges that the industry faces. Raw materials, like cotton, have doubled in price

causing concern among spinners, designers, and retailers

 on how to pass the higher costs on to the consumer and whether the consumer

will pay the prices. [plus side] cotton blends have been on the rise

 to alleviate the costs of yarn. There is hope that costs will settle

 in the next two years. 

2nd Article: Imprinted Sportswear Show Makes Its Mark

by Deborah Belgum, Senior Editor

posted January 28, 2011

from California Apparel News

Who: 350 companies from within the decorated-apparel industry/ T-shirts

Where: Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach, California

When: January 21st-23rd

What: Imprinted Sportswear Show,

"one of the largest West Coast events for the decorated-apparel industry."

This article gave some interesting insight on "triblend" T-shirts that

made "an aggressive appearance on the show floor." They credit this to the current

rise in cotton prices. American Apparel showed a triblend V-neck that is 

50% polyster, 25% cotton, and 12.5% viscose.

Others took an all-natural route to triblend with bamboo, cotton 

and soybean fiber.

3rd Article: Erin Fetherston: The New Contemporary Girl

by Venessa Lau

posted Wednesday January 26, 2011

from WWD ISSUE 01/26/2011

Who: Erin Fetherston

Where: originally from California, based in New York now

When: Debut during New York Fashion Week 

What: Introducing a new contemporary line 

"everyday wear, with ample ladyfied sportswear"

I choose this article due to the fact that Erin Fetherston addresses the impact

that the economy has had on the everyday-fashionista. 

Erin has come to realize due to her more recent partnerships with Juicy Couture

and Target, that a lower-price line is the way to go. "I became more aware

of a large Erin Fetherston fan base that hasn't necessarily been able to

buy into the designer price point.. I don't want to leave that girl out anymore."- EF

Erin's new line will range from $73 to $250 at wholesale, and you can expect

T-shirts that are embellished with beadwork and chiffon accents, 

a winter parka done in icy metallic lame and skinny black pants with

a "swath" of silk trailing in the back, like a cape.

"I still want to create unique things"- EF

Day dresses, simple tanks and blouses and a tuxedo jacket with sheer

bishop sleeves round out the collection. Can't Wait!

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Other cool articles: Pantone's Hand-Held Device

& Hartwell-Hale Promoted at Directives West

both by California Apparel News

(( well, my class might find cool ))