Julie Gork, Class of 2007

An Aussie abroad who studies fashion, people, and French; hates poverty, apathy, and cold feet; and loves Van Gogh, gardens, cake, movies and Audrey Hepburn. Despite a childhood ambition to be prima ballerina by day and evil-fighting spy by night, I would now like to change the world one fashionista at a time.

November 10, 2008

Audrina Patridge Joins the Fashion World

So you all probably know the reality show The Hills on MTV. Laruen, Heidi and Whitney, who all star in the reality show, all have their own clothing lines. Now, Audrina is going to join the game! She now has an endorsement deal with Divine Rights of Denim. She will help in designing denim as well as be the new face for the brand. The jeans will be priced between $60 and $100. She is excited to be part of a line that everyone can afford.

Here are some pictures of her in the jeans!
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November 04, 2008

YSL Exhibit

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Yves Saint Laurent comes to the De Young Museum in San Francisco, California! The collection titled “Yves Saint Laurent” includes pieces throughout his 40+ year career from the beginning of it all at Dior, to his final collection when he retired in spring 2002. The clothes are shown with low lighting and the exhibit has the feel of a giant walk-in closet. There are also many of his sketches and photos on display. It will be in place until April 5 of 2009.

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Yves Saint Laurent created haute couture pieces so ahead of his time that can now be found in any department store in the world. He was an amazing leader in changing the way woman dressed. As a designer, he thought that if you took a male garment and passed it to a woman’s shoulders, the power would be passed from the man to the woman. He actually listened to what woman wanted which was wanted power and respect. His revolutionary mindset, ideas and clothing gave way to the way woman dress and are perceived differently today.


December 10, 2007

Holiday shopping tips!!!

Shopping on-line is a fun activity, especially during the holiday season when you shop for loved ones. It offers you a wider range of choices as compared to a mall or a shopping center. You also save time as well as money doing it right from the comfort of your home snuggled on a comfortable chair by the fire place.
Here are some tips when shopping for the holidays!! enjoy!!

Make a list. Think of the gifts and the recipients. Children love toys, Women love clothes, jewelry and perfumes and men would settle for pretty much any thing that they can use.

Everyone continuously shops for ordinary items of use. Ensure that the gifts are unique.

Shopping early in the season could have its benefits. You have a greater choice and the prices do not drop after the sellers announce their holiday discounts.

Compare prices of similar items. Getting an item by a less known but good company is likely to get you a great item at a better price.

Research the seller, go to their selling website and company website. Call to make sure that they are genuine and read the description of the items. (Check www.texeresilk.com for reference)

Maintain records of your orders by keeping a copy of your order form, date of your order, the name of the company, its address and phone number.

Many companies selling on-line make money on shipping. Choose companies that offer free shipping as a holiday promotion. This could mean big savings.

Do not use checks and cash. Use credit /check cards since they offer excellent protection to you in case of an unforeseen problem.


Now get going and have a happy holiday shopping season!

“I’m Not A Plastic Bag”

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I have to admit, after seeing it around so much, I’m starting to get interested in the “I’m not a plastic bag” by Anya Hindmarch. I have a kitchen cabinet full of plastic bags I have toted home from stores (why do they double bag everything?) and would love a reusable, fabric alternative. Especially one that is also used by supermodels.

It will be interesting to see if the bag takes off in the US as much as it has everywhere else. I’m keeping an eye out.

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What was the hottest fashion show of the year? The VICTORIA’S SECRET FASHION SHOW. This year’s show features the most beautiful women in the world wearing the very latest in Victoria’s Secret lingerie. There was also performances by the Spice Girls, in their first television appearance since they reunited, will.i.am and Seal. It was a very creative show and entertaining to watch!