Archive for May, 2012

Muse Profile: Jacqueline Conoir

Vancouver’s Première Designer

It’s a lot of fun checking out stylish cities of the world, and attending famous fashion week schedules, but I live in Vancouver. In my own little city, known for many amazing things, fashion is not always one of them. However, we have been blessed with a handful of stylish designers that have earned a place in our city and internationally. Jacqueline Conoir’s designer, Rozemerie Cuevas, is one Vancouver designer on top.  Established in 1985, Rozemerie Cuevas has taken her collection, named after her grandmother to extraordinary heights.

Jacqueline Conoir: Spring/Summer 2012

Jacqueline Conoir: Spring/Summer 2012

Jacqueline Conoir: Spring/Summer 2012

This Spring Rozemerie created a new exciting younger collection named, JAC, which is edgy and fresh. Both collections, Jacqueline Conoir and JAC, service modern women fashion needs, but each reflect individual flare. JAC is full of fun and interesting fabrications, while Jacqueline Conoir, still fun, is upscale sophistication.

JAC Collection: Spring/Summer 2012

JAC Collection: Spring/Summer 2012

JAC collection

I have used both collections for styling jobs, and it’s always a home run when I hit the studio to pull.  From print ads to red carpets, Rozemerie has proven that she is a stylist dream, while dressing the everyday women. Her new 8000sf boutique studio services clients and wardrobe needs with personal stylist that are always on hand to guide you through your shopping experience.

MUSE CLOSET STYLING: Jacquline Conoir Design

MUSE CLOSET STYLING: Jacquline Conoir Design

Jacquline Conoir Staff Stylist;  model in middle styled by staff

Here are some looks from her Spring/Summer 2012 collection, and a Muse Closet exclusive video from her Fall/Winter 2012 runway collections.

Jacqueline Conoir: Spring/Summer 2012

Jacqueline Conoir: Spring/Summer 2012

Jacqueline Conoir: Spring/Summer 2012

JAC collection

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2012
05/31
CATEGORY
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STYLE DNA: Harajuku Girls

Japanese Street Style

A few posts back I was debating between New York and Tokyo street style. Both are very different, but one thing I like about Japanese street style is commitment to a look. These boys and girls don’t mess. Even Gwen Stefani dedicated an entire song to their style. Convention be gone, these street savvy stylers give character a new name. Even drag queen look-a-like, Wendy Williams, doesn’t have game on these wiggy looks.

Japan has cranked out street style before it was even cool, knocking off their favorite Anime characters to create off-the-wall looks. Today, these fashion street walkers blend high fashion with cartoonish style. A look that is being emulated by designers, performers, and stylist all over the world.

I found this great new site dedicated to their often imitated, but never duplicated Harajuku street style: Tokyo Fashion (and there is an app for that). The site is dedicated to Japanese street style and culture, that surround these eclectic looks. After Japan’s 2011 natural disaster, I am happy to see that Japan has not lost its creative edge.

2012
05/21
CATEGORY
Style DNA
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Fashion Chat: Miss World Canada 2012

FASHION IS FUN!!

Miss World Canada 2012

Okay, please take this in the right way. I am not a bully. One of my favourite shows is Fashion Police. I love how Joan Rivers slashes and burns looks to the ground. Fashion is fun, you take it off at the end of the day, so get over it. Tomorrow you can always try again.

Miss World Canada 2012

Miss World Canada 2012

Miss World Canada 2012

Miss World Canada 2012 (May 13, 2012) is a wonderful and charitable organization, that promotes young women to aspire to heights of glory on a world stage. Now, let’s talk fashion!! I have never been to pageant  before, so I had no idea what to expect–WTF!!! Hideous dresses from head to toe, I don’t think I liked anything. These girls are very young and accomplished, they spend most of their time saving the world, and making me feel bad about my days of shopping and yoga. Therefore, I can not pin blame to these girls for their fashion disasters–that award goes to the pageant stylist (who shall not be named).

Miss World Canada 2012

Miss World Canada 2012

Miss World Canada 2012

Prom Queens on crack seemed to be the theme. I was blinded by way too much sequins, taffeta, and embellishment. This group of dresses made RuPaul’s Drag Race look tame. My fellow companion made the best comment, “I didn’t know this was a Halloween show.”  I understand a pageant is not a fashion show, but where is the wow factor. These young accomplished girls deserved better styling.  ”Hello, grab a steamer people.”

Miss World Canada 2012

Miss World Canada 2012

Miss World Canada 2012: Attendee (Interesting)

The swimsuit part got male libido racing and cheering for half-naked contestants, but the swimsuits were lack lustre. With Victoria Secret ruling runway skimpy, it’s not hard to steal a few glamour ideas from the angels–I am sure they wouldn’t mind. A beach ball and sun hat, please, my grandmother has better styling at the beach. Where the fuck is the show?!?

Miss World Canada 2012

Miss World Canada 2012

Miss World Canada 2012

The male, and female host, also did not have much going on in the  style department. Another attendee and presenter, Mr. World Canada, showcased a shiny Jersey Shore outfit, a hot mess, it looked like a condom with legs–I am an equal opportunist when it comes to bad fashion.

Miss World Canada 2012

Miss World Canada 2012

Miss World Canada 2012

The highlight of the “show” was when Bollywood entertainer gave the host a dance lesson. Finally, taking home the crown was Tara Teng. Good luck in your future competition Miss. Teng, if you need a stylist, call me.

Tara Teng: Miss Canada World 2012 Winner

Tara Teng: Miss Canada World 2012 Winner

MC.

Please take all my comments in fun, remember I am a fashion blogger, not a good-will ambassador, I leave that work to Angelina Jolie.

2012
05/16
CATEGORY
Fashion Chat
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Closet Confession: Dear Anna

Ms. Wintour

Dear Anna,

After years of trying to write you a letter, I thought I would put one on my blog. After watching you on the Colbert Report (Wednesday, May 9, 2012), I love you. Not only did you match wits with Stephen, you slammed his style, while supporting gay marriage. A proven professional, you never miss a beat.

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“Schiaparelli And Prada: Impossible Conversations” Costume Institute Gala

What I love about Ms. Wintour is that her style is always consistent. Her signature bob haircut has become timeless, while her mid-calf length skirts, dresses, and… I don’t think I’ve seen her in pants?  Her style has become synonymous with elegance, I confess: calf-length is my favourite skirt length.

Anna Wintour and Sarah Mower

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Anna is one of the few magazine editors that has become, not only famous for her style and attitude, but like Simon Cowell, she has made mean cool–well, only when you know what you’re talking about. You have to love a women who knows how to state her opinion looking fabulous!

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To be on top for over 20 years, takes not only guts, or a lust for power, but true love and passion. Anna has taken the fashion world and combined it with American spending power, which has turned American Vogue into the Bible of style. Not always the most ground breaking in editorial photography, Vogue is relatable to everyone. For me, a magazine can only dominate when it is based on replication, therefore a look can be achieved by the viewer. A great example is what I call mall pop-stars. Any major artist who breaks into the pop scene must have a look that can be bought at any local mall–Britney and Madonna’s debut albums. This is what creates relatable fashion and followers.

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Vogue may give the most high-end look, but it is one that is achieved on many levels, from major fashion designers to Zara, looks can be repeated by way of emulation. This accessibility, I believe, is what has kept Wintour on top. You may not like her method or attitude, but you have to respect her dedication to fashion.

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MC.

2012
05/11
CATEGORY
Closet Confession
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Muse Profile: Y3

Yohji Yamamoto: Shoe Fetish

The shoe seen round the world, Willow Smith sporting the Y3 high heel shoe, which was captured by every photographer for Spring 2012. I love the shoe!! Most talk shows and “news” shows kept talking about the price. Who cares, real fashion lovers don’t care about price, only style!!! Fuck the price, credit cards take care of that problem.

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willow-smith-shoes: Y3

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Y3 Shoe

What Willow Smith’s fantastic shoe choice made me think about was Yohji Yamamoto. Before Rick Owens ruled street style, Yohji Yamamoto was giving us exaggerated shapes, while blending 80′s Punk into high fashion. Today, he uses Hip-Hop’s shapes, layered with 80′s Punk, and Hipper chic, if we can blend all those together. Well he did.

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Yohji Yamamoto’s Y3 collection, is a connection to street style. Willow Smith is a great example of how we can take apart what is on the runway and make it our own. Labels have become a thing of the past, as every Tom, Dick, and Sally sporting an LV logo bag. Today, real fashionistas still like designer fashion, but look, shape, and context mean so much more.

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Y3 takes all of Yohjo Yamamoto’s main ideas and makes them practical. Made in part with Adidas, Y3 can not be looked at as the little brother to Yohji, but a full on individual brand. Not made for everyone, Y3 take guts and confidence to wear. Goal for Spring, something Y3 to ignite my Spring wardrobe. What about you?

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MC.

2012
05/08
CATEGORY
Muse Profile
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