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This article from USA Today delves into the topic of Black hair representation and inclusivity within the fashion industry, with a specific focus on incidents during New York Fashion Week. this is one of a couple of articles that I was featured in discussing the problems within the industry when it comes to #4c #hair. Read Below! #model https://lnkd.in/gUutA-VQ

This award season, fashion is returning to the red carpet, and there's one standout woman who is surpassing everyone: Ayo Edebiri. Ayo's performance as Chef Sydney in the hit series "The Bear" is rightfully raking in awards, but it's not just her acting that's catching our attention. She is rewriting the rules of dressing up and showing up. Her genuine persona shines through in her clothing and her acceptance speeches - crushing it in everything. Her wardrobe transformation is worth examining because it works. Here are three ways Ayo's changing the game: ⚫ Less is More - Ayo is keeping it simple and emphasizing intentional restraint in what she wears. 🔴 Be Yourself, But Dressed Up - Ayo's outfits are a reflection of her personality, and she's not afraid to mix and match styles to create a look that's entirely her own for the right occasion. ⚪ Trust Your People (And Yourself) - Ayo knows the importance of surrounding herself with a supportive team and trusting her instincts when it comes to fashion and being visible. Check out the link to read more about the actor's style and how she's inspiring us to rethink our own approach to fashion. #personalstyle #presence #personalbranding

When Emma Stone walked up to collect her Academy Award for Best Actress (for 'Poor Things') on Sunday night (March 10, 2024), she said, 'My dress is broken'. She mentioned her wardrobe malfunction in her acceptance speech with, 'My dress is broken - I think it happened during I'm Just Ken'. The dress in question was a couture creation designed by Louis Vuitton. When Louis Vuitton shared an update about that dress and Emma Stone on its social pages, particularly after her win, shouldn't they at least acknowledge what she went through? I don't believe they need to apologize because the wardrobe malfunction need not be pinned on the fashion brand or be sweepingly extrapolated as a demonstration of the brand's quality. Emma mentioned later, "They sewed me back in. Right when I came back, they sewed me back in, which was wonderful. I genuinely do think I busted it during I'm Just Ken. I was so amazed by Ryan and what he was doing, and that number just blew my mind. And I was right there, and I just was going for it, and, you know, things happen". But Emma was in distress owing to the malfunction, on the biggest night of her life (yet). A simple reflection of that sentiment from the brand that she chose to represent (as a House Ambassador) would have shown that the brand does listen and *is* with her in everything she went through - not just the unbridled joy of winning, but also the sheer anxiety of having to deal with a broken zipper in her dress on such a big occasion. Just something that amounts to, 'We know what you went through Emma... we are with you' sentiment, perhaps... as against a post that completely ignores what the entire world saw and heard. #marketing #brand #branding #socialmedia #corporatecommunications #corporatecommunication #communication

Why are Juicy outfits back in style and where have they been the last 15 years? Juicy Couture was started back in 1995, but it was originally known as Travis Jeans, a maternity wear company. They rebranded, and in 2001 came out with the infamous Velour tracksuit. Which was once a staple of middle-school and reality TV wardrobes. These jumpsuits were big money. The original founders sold the company for $53 million, and were smart enough to also get a percentage of future sales as well, which peaked at $600 million. But then in 2008, the recession hit. That's when things went south and it was ultimately sold again at a massive discount. The new team tried some brand collabs, they hired Hollywood stylists and made the rounds at fashion week. It all kind of fell flat, though. Nothing seemed to work until recently… Enter the Y2K Bimbo Aesthetic. A style best personified by Reese Witherspoon in Legally Blonde, and Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie in The Simple Life. Bold colors, sequins, statement making t-shirts. It's the complete opposite of blending in by wearing neutral, basic outfits. Because of this trend, Juicy is cool again. They even have a men's wear line that Jason Kelce debuted on Monday Night Football. To me, this come back just seems like pure luck though. If you look at Abercrombie, another Y2K brand that bounced back, there's a big strategy behind it that'll probably set them up to succeed after the trend goes down. But I'm not a fashionista, so maybe I'm wrong. What do you think? Is juicy back for good or is this just another passing fad? — Follow me Joe DiRico for more stories like this #BrandStrategy #Retail #Fashion #Nostalgia #JuicyCouture #WomenOwnedBusiness

We're excited to have been mentioned by Richard Hyman in a recent publication of Daily Edition by WWD! Visit page 10 to read the full article on how e-commerce retailers should be "Capturing Missing Online Sales Through Optimizing Product Information". 👀 "Aida Intelligent Solutions’ product information intelligence toolkit scrapes websites to provide digital mystery shopping which not only identifies errors and missing information but can often fix them automatically. It also measures websites across competitor sets, ranking retail offers and pinpointing how and where the critical fixes need to focus." #ai #retailtechnology #digitalcommerce #ecommerce

I quit styling celebrities in 2020 I loved everything about it - glamourous dresses - expensive jewelry - access to the latest designs Even though I loved my clients I felt something was missing After all, I was dressing top stars for the most renowned events In 2020 when the covid hit and everything shot down I was left panicking - no red carpets -no one to dress -no projects At that time I met Mallory. She just got a promotion and was looking to refine her image to fit her new role I remember she said: "Basia I never thought I could feel this way" "What I wear makes me feel like the most confident person I have ever been" At that moment I realized: The real value of my styling skills was not in styling celebrities battling over the latest trends, materialism, and constant one-upping each over "who wore it best." The real value was in styling everyday women so they could feel more confident. The real value was in changing a woman's life. ----------------------------------------------- If you don't know how to get started and want your style to empower you at work and in your business take the personal style quiz. Link in the comments! #persoanlstyle #personalbrand #womanentrepreneur #womanleader

This article highlights Batsheva Hay's unconventional approach to casting models for her New York Fashion Week runway show. Rather than adhering to traditional standards of youth and beauty, she actively seeks out women over 40, aiming to challenge societal norms and celebrate the beauty of aging. Through her inclusive casting process and unique design aesthetic, Hay aims to empower older women and address the discomfort with aging prevalent in the fashion industry. The article highlights the importance of representation and diversity in fashion, as well as the evolving perceptions of beauty and age. https://lnkd.in/ebjCgDfy

I quit styling celebrities in 2020 I loved everything about it - glamourous dresses - expensive jewelry - access to the latest designs Even though I loved my clients I felt something was missing After all, I was dressing top stars for the most renowned events In 2020 when the covid hit and everything shot down I was left panicking - no red carpets -no one to dress -no projects At that time I met Mallory. She just got a promotion and was looking to refine her image to fit her new role I remember she said: "Basia I never thought I could feel this way" "What I wear makes me feel like the most confident person I have ever been" At that moment I realized: The real value of my styling skills was not in styling celebrities battling over the latest trends, materialism, and constant one-upping each over "who wore it best." The real value was in styling everyday women so they could feel more confident. The real value was in changing a woman's life. ----------------------------------------------- If you don't know how to get started and want your style to empower you at work and in your business take the personal style quiz. Link in the comments! #persoanlstyle #personalbrand #womanentrepreneur #womanleader