One of my favorite models Chanel Iman rocks a short cut for a editoral in Allure Mag. Very pretty girl, no matter what style she has!
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Drop Dead Chanel...
One of my favorite models Chanel Iman rocks a short cut for a editoral in Allure Mag. Very pretty girl, no matter what style she has!
Angelia lives the "Glamorous" Life
Angelia graces the cover of the Sept. Issue of Glamour. Her eyes are beatiful!
Monday, August 23, 2010
Thursday, August 19, 2010
My Favorite Vamp Queen Goes Gucci....
Evan Rachel Wood aka Queen Sophie Anne the vampire queen from my favorite gulity pleasure "True Blood", is in the trailer for Gucci's new fragrance Gulity.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Spotlight Interview: Ashley Sangster
Hello everyone! I got a chance to catch up with Ashley Sangster. She's the executive clothing designer and CEO of Parker Couture(parkercouture.com). As I've posted in a previous blog entry, myself and Ashley have join forces to create a clothing line inspired by our similar fashion visions. So, I wanted to give everyone a little background on her and what she does...Enjoy:
DL: For everybody who doesn't know, explain who you are and what you do.
Well, my name is Ashley Sangster and I am a mother to my daughter Parker. I love my family and take care of my home life the best I can. I have been designing and/or producing clothes since I can remember and decided to follow my dreams. I just like to think of the clothes and accessories I make as my artistic outlet. I try to make things that make people happy and express who they are.
DL: How did Parker Couture come about?
I decided to start a clothing company in high school, while taking a fashion design class. I had a daughter so I put things aside for a bit. I did pick things back up with the help of a group of young entrepreneurs. They helped me start the process, making it official March 5, 2007. Since then it has been a ton of research and learning new skills. Making clothes has been something I’ve always done. I tried Journalism and Marketing in college but I didn’t feel it. This has been the only thing I’ve enjoyed doing, no matter how hard it became.
DL: What sets Parker Couture aside from all other clothing lines?
The main thing that sets Parker Couture aside from other lines is that we produce custom items. Typically when a person goes into a store or on a website they don’t ask for your measurements or schedule face to face consultations. I aim to provide people with special pieces made specifically for them. Items that fit perfectly and are different from what else is out there. I don’t think there are too many other lines that provide the services I’m providing.
DL: Explain your ideal customer. What kind of women would you like to see wearing your designs?!
It would be hard to say since I produce clothes and accessories based on how I’m feeling and how I envision myself that day. If I’m happy the clothes may be colorful and bright. Or I may feel like being really edgy and daring. Each collection almost represents a different type of girl. Whatever the collection is, the woman wearing it would probably be fearless. A women that isn’t afraid to be different from the usual. Someone who is fashionable and edgy.
DL: Where do you see Parker Couture 5 years down the line?!
Well my ultimate goal is to have a boutique in Downtown Birmingham or Downtown Ferndale. Simply, I just would like to expand and be able to make clothes for as many people as possible.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Monday, August 16, 2010
DIY Punk
.....Only if I had the patience. I tried studding a jacket before and the furthest I got was the collar. lol.
Skateboarding All The Way To Vogue....
Pharrell Willams is featured in the September issue of Vogue magazine along side Marc Jacobs.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
#TeamAmy
Anybody who knows me, knows I love Amy Winehouse! "Back To Black" is still in heavy rotation in my iTunes. Here's a few new pics of her hitting the town in London! She looks clean, sober, chic, and not too shabby! Even through her trials I always rooted for her, thank God she's making it back around. Now, if only we can get some new material for a new album! #fingerscossed
BTW: Amy recently signed on with Fred Perry to do a clothing line...I seen some of the sketches and iLike!
Saturday, August 14, 2010
#StyleMeSwankSaturday....
Today was super exciting for me! I got to meet up with the shop owner of Swank (A Posh Boutique)! This boutique is upscale and trendy! It reminds me of "Dash"(The Kardashian sister's store). The clothes, the decor, everything about this place is on the money for the woman who wants to dress chic and feel like a Hollywood Starlet! Go by and check it out for yourself....
Swank A Posh Boutique
25070 Southfield Rd (at 10 mile) next to Subway and Curves
248-557-5800
www.shopswankonline.com
Mon-Thurs 11-8
Fri-Sat 11-9
Sun 12-5
I don't believe I shared this with my bloggers yet, but I'm doing a joint collection with my friend Ashley of Parker Couture(parkercouture.com). We did a model call last weekend(@ Swank BTW) and now we're in the process of putting the final touches on our lookbook! I'll keep you guys posted on how it's going....
Friday, August 13, 2010
My Top Two Favorite Fragrances...
Prada Infusion D'Homme-I stumbled upon this fragrance like two years ago when I had a subscription to "Men's Vogue"(which isn't in publication anymore). I smelled the sample in the fold and I fell in love! It has such a fresh crisp smell...What every man should wanna smell like once he exits the shower! A must have!
212 by Carolina Herrera-#Classic. This fragrance was introduced in '99, but I came across the actual name of it like 05'(because I had smelled it previously on a cousin) and it instantly became a favorite. Again, it has a fresh, crisp, smell that can be somewhat "strong" but pleasant and not overpowering. I don't think you can find it in stores anymore, just online. I encourage every male to try it out...the ladies at my job used to go crazy when I wore it! lol.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
This is the Intro..
Hello Everyone! I'm Diontae(or D'Orr). I'm a wardrobe stylist and lifestyle specialist by trade. I started this blog to share some of my favorite things in the world of fashion and lifestyle. Stay tuned, for there is a lot more to come ;)
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