Fashion

Rewrite the Ending

Rob Hoskins
3 Jul 2018
no comments
ending

Lost too soon This month was painful as we mourn the loss of two exceptionally creative artisans in Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain. The public is honoring Kate Spade by posting remembrances of their first Kate Spade purse. Personally, Kate Spade is the first designer outfit and bag I bought for my girls as they stepped into adulthood. As a foodie, Bourdain was one of my all-time favorites. I identified so closely with him in his love of culture and the foods that define them and fuse us together as humans. I’ve always said that if ministry weren’t my calling, […]

-Read More

American Girl Fashion Show Benefits Ronald McDonald House

The Good News
2 Nov 2014
no comments

More than $5,000 was raised to benefit Ronald McDonald House (RMH) Charities of South Florida during an American Girl Fashion Show on October 12 at Parrot Jungle Island in Miami. Attended by over 500 people, the event showcased historical and contemporary fashions for girls and their dolls. It also featured an American Girl Boutique, fashion vendors and Doll Hair Salon. The American Girl Fashion runway gave budding fashionistas and stylists a glimpse into the world of fashion while choosing their favorite designs for their American Girl doll — all for a good cause. Proceeds from the event support Ronald McDonald […]

-Read More

american girl fashion show

Fall Fashion Guide

Keisha McDonnough Virtue
1 Oct 2013
no comments

Ah, fall! The first crisp chill in the air, the sunset hues of falling leaves and the whiff of pumpkin-scented everything! But wait, this is Florida. And while the temperatures are cooling from sizzling 100s to balmy 80s, there is no need to reach for heavy fabrics just yet. We can still, however, look attractive and pulled-together as we embrace the season. Fall style is all about polish, sophistication and classic comfort. Here are this fall’s top seven trends for ladies and gentlemen. For ladies: 1. Bold outerwear For jackets and – on the rare occasion – coats, go big […]

-Read More

Fit & Function: Finding the Perfect Jeans

Amy Overgaard
7 Oct 2012
no comments

For almost 150 years, blue jeans have been a casual, functional go-to for the working man and woman. Invented by Levi Strauss during the gold rush in California, blue jeans were created to be comfortable and long-lasting work pants. Today, jeans are styled for all occasions and in different types of fits and cuts. Fits that Flatter: Jeans for Women Finding the right pair of jeans is a struggle for many women. It may take trying on 20 different pairs before finding the one that fits and flatters best. Women get so caught up in numbers, when, really, sizing is […]

-Read More

Dressing for Your Body Type

Amy Overgaard
6 Sep 2012
no comments

So many women live their lives envying other women’s body types  while hating their own. When you learn to embrace your own curves (or lack thereof) and dress for your body type, confidence inevitably follows. There are four main body shapes: hourglass, triangle, circle and rectangle. Women with each of these body types can find ways to accentuate the parts of their bodies that they love and minimize those that they do not. Hourglass The hourglass body shape has curves in the chest and hips while having a small waist.  Wrap dresses work excellently with this body type; they are […]

-Read More

Products with a Purpose

Amy Overgaard
1 Aug 2012
no comments

Charities have been around for ages, but there is a movement in the non-profit sector that is stepping away from the basic model of aid. Instead, these organizations are combining social justice with relevant products for the betterment of individuals in developing nations. Started largely by twenty-somethings who wanted to work for good beyond themselves, there are a handful of non-profits that are creating sustainable relationships abroad, teaching people trade skills that help them stand on their own two feet. Because of the long-term conflict in central Africa, many of these organizations have focused their work in that region, as […]

-Read More

Classic Trends for Summer

Amy Overgaard
2 Jul 2012
no comments

There are certain pieces of clothing that scream summer. These particular pieces have become iconic hot-weather items, harkening to mornings at the farmer’s market, days at the beach and evenings at the local ice cream truck. These five summer classics are must-haves for any wardrobe, both for men and women. As the weather heats up, these pieces will bring variety to a summer wardrobe and keep their wearer looking and feeling cool. The sailor stripe shirt The most classic version of this shirt is a blue and white, three-quarter length sleeve, boat-neck style. These shirts first became iconic when Coco […]

-Read More

10 Tips On How to Dress Like a Man

Amy Overgaard
5 Jun 2012
no comments

While running shoes are great for a vigorous workout, there is really no need for these shoes to be worn beyond that. For casual situations, moccasins or canvas shoes (think Vans or Converse) work well. A pair of leather shoes, especially in a caramel-y brown (so they can be paired with black, navy, gray and a darker brown), are extremely versatile. Not only do they work in formal settings but they can even dress up a pair of dark-wash jeans. You don’t need 20 different pairs of shoes to dress like a man but you do need more than running […]

-Read More

What Your Personal Style Says About You

Amy Overgaard
25 Apr 2012
no comments

Every person in this world has a unique story, something to share with the world. We often share this story through words, telling of experiences and sharing anecdotes, and some people even write down what they’ve been through. Other people stuff their stories away, trying to appear as neutral and “normal” as possible. But through expression of ourselves, we have the freedom to say who we are and tell a bit of our lives. Words aren’t always necessary, however. Sometimes we can express just as much by what we wear. A person’s clothing style can say a lot about who […]

-Read More

From the Runway to Your Closet

Amy Overgaard
4 Nov 2011
no comments

Fashion weeks have ended in cities around the globe and many are left wondering how to translate what was shown on the runways into everyday, wearable outfits. Runway shows display dramatic frills and fabrics, giving a preview of what is to hit stores in the upcoming seasons. Yet it is often difficult to pull understated outfits from runway presentations. Outfits shown on the runway are often exaggerated versions of the style they are portraying. When taking a cue from these fashions, choose only one piece to portray at a time, so as not to overwhelm the outfit. Instead of wearing […]

-Read More