{IT} Vogue July’08 : “The Black Issue”

Liya Kebede, Jourdan Dunn, Naomi Campbell & Sessilee Lopez by Steven Meisel

Numero 95 august

 As promised here is some of what I've been working on with "Images of Summer 08" before the collective decision was made to pay Tribute by dedicating an entire post to Ruslana Korshunova. Just before we launch this weeks offering I'd like to pose a question to anyone, everyone in the fashion business or friends, relatives, or direct family: Do you feel that she died as a result of suicide? 

Maybe it's because I grew up as what is fondly referred to as a "water baby" but for some reason Summer brings out the 'inner wild thing' in me that's dying to get out during other times during the year. Not to be oversold here; however, each of the various seasons Autumn, Winter, and Spring all have their affects on me.

In everything I do from writing, to coffee flavors, to my clothes, and especially my 'inner and outer' drives are so influenced by the season. This is no doubt from where "Spring Fever"got it's name. Imagine being couped-up for a very long winter; the extreme kind where you can't go out, given of course where you're at,  I'm talking freezing temperatures well below zero degrees C or F when even your breath freezes upon exhale.

Believe me, I'm not about to bitch about long winters! There's something to be said about cuddling-up with your lover and not getting out of bed, or away from the fire for any reason whatsoever. Ahh yes but when the temps start warming up and we begin to wear less and less and 'some kind of wonderful' pheromone's start floating through the air, these are just mere precursors too the Summer.

Seriously...just think about music: More songs are written about Summer than just about any other season I can think of; moreover, I firmly believe that those artist's who write about life during those seasons are bound to have an easier shot at a hit song. Think of it: 'Summer in the City;' with, "...go upstairs and I'll meet you on the roof-top." Or the masterful and bluesey..."Summertime" and the livin' is easy...'

When you honestly think about it, more anthem's are written and played in the Summer than ever be counted. I think...it's because of the parties!! It's also a season where the parties are harder and last longer, often from sun-up to sun-down to sun-back-up. Think of "Good Day Sunshine" by the Beatles; or of course certainly an American anthem, "Born to Run" by the 'Boss' himself, Bruce Springstein.

One of the great all time images of summer is of course, anything "Nautical." It seems like every man alive dons a pair of 'topsiders' once in their lives, others just live in theirs. Don't leave home without the 'Aloha Shirt' and the Vans.

We ladies should never be caught without appropriate attire--beachwear, after beachwear, cocktail and early evening wear, and of course, the ever convertable swimwear-to-cocktails-to-semi-formal wear.

Models: Kookat:Unknown; Vivana Greco in blue, Yesica in black bikini with stars, Florencia Fabiano for Curves

{UK} Vogue aug’08 Sasha Pivovarova

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Have you ever wondered how the so-called super models manage to get in such good shape and stay trim, even after having a family?

Fashion models depend on their slim figures for their livelihood, so it's imperative that they always look good. Don't worry, I'm not suggesting that you should embark on a diet of leaves and nuts. I'm not an advocate of the size zero, but I'm sure you'll find it interesting to know what sort of diet a fashion model would choose.

The Fashion Models Diet Plan

A favorite way for models to look good is to "Cleanse" or "Fast". This is not a complete starvation diet, as it will include the intake of soups and fruit juices over a 3 to7 day period. It is more of a detox routine and is generally only carried out once or twice a year.

The benefits of this detox is to obviously rid the body of harmful toxins, such as preservatives and food additives together with inhaled smoke and fumes. It also gives the colon a chance to rid the digestive system of any fecal build up. The results can be dramatic as the liver and kidneys are able to repair and replace damaged cells instead of continuing to rid the body of toxins.

A typical "Cleanse" diet might consist of a combination of fresh carrots, celery, beet, spinach, apple, coconut, broth and juices. Citrus and tomato juices are too acidic to drink while fasting so these should be avoided. It's important to drink plenty of water during the detox and avoid consuming any unnecessary medications or supplements.

The advantages of a detox are weight loss, reduced body odour, shinier finger nails, stronger hair, reduced cellulite, a glowing complexion and more beautiful eyes.

After the detox, the typical fashion model will then begin her normal eating habits, which to some people may appear to be a "real" diet. However, it will simply be a healthy balanced diet, which might typically consist of the following:

---Breakfast (9am)
One boiled egg with a slice of wholewheat bread
A bowl of cereal with skimmed milk
Black coffee
Total 369 calories

---Lunch (12.30pm)
Turkey salad with balsamic vinaigrette
Cup of tea with skimmed milk
Total 320 calories

---Early Evening Snack (4.30pm)
Low fat Jell-O pudding
Total 100 calories

---Dinner (8pm)
Lean Cuisine chicken a l'orange with rice
2 slices of low fat cheddar cheese with wholewheat crackers
Total 448 calories

The total calorie intake for a typical day is 1237. The aim of the diet is to keep the daily calorie count below 1500.

This is a typical example of a fashion model's diet, which will also involve some form of aerobic exercises 3 times a week.

So, as you can see it's not at all what you might have originally thought. It's just a sensible eating plan and a sensible exercise routine. However, if even this diet seems a little too much to stomach, you could try a natural herbal diet remedy.

Here are the top 5 tips that fashion models highly recommend for staying in trim.

1. Decrease your alcohol consumption. Alcohol suppresses the body's ability to burn fat.

2. Eat more Black Pepper, Ginger, Chile Peppers. Spicy food helps speed up the body's metabolism.

3. Increase your muscle mass. Muscle burns fat, so adding 5lbs of muscle will help you burn another 250 calories a day.

3. Increase your vitamin B and Calcium intake. The B-Vitamins give you more energy and increase your metabolism.

4. Drink More Water. A healthy, well-hydrated body is important to flush out toxins and aid in metabolising fats

5. Increase your intake of Omega-3 Fatty Acids. Omega 3 fatty acids can help to balance blood sugar levels and control appetite.

VOGUE DE, July 2008 {Anja Rubik:DESERT QUEEN}

i-D July, Sasha Pivovarova, Du Juan and New Faces

Numéro 94 - June/July 2008

June 21, 2008: Driven by increasing investments, the Indian fashion industry is expected to reach Rs.7.5 billion by 2012, almost double its current size of Rs.2.9 billion, the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham) said in a report released Friday.

The industry would also create additional employment for over 50,000 people like designers and merchandisers, Assocham said in its analysis on the 'Indian Fashion Industry'.

The government should establish more fashion institutes across the country with R and D facilities developed in each state so that the regional expertise in apparel are brought to light and blended with othr regional and international designs to produce high breed design, Lakme Fashion Week ' Assocham president Sajjan Jindal said in a statement.

The key reasons for the projected growth are the increased investments by Indian apparel firms and a shift in consumer focus towards designer wear, it said.
At present, the Indian fashion industry accounts for only 0.3 percent of the international fashion industry. Currently, the global designer wear market is worth about Rs.1,800 billion and is growing at 10-10.5 percent every year, the report said.

Indian consumers are becoming more fashion conscious and this will drive the growth further and would continue to set the growth trend for its fashion industry, it added. The report also said that the industry is at an advantage over other countries as far as its growth prospects are concerned because India is the third-largest cotton producing country in the world and also possesses an abundance of talented designers.

Contirbuted By,
Prajakta
Fashionmoksh.com

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