The Outsourced Diva

Fashion Communication & Promotion.

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90's era moodboard

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Reflection on 1st Module Communication & Message

To reflect on the first module I feel that it has improved and restored my faith in the course. At the end of first year I was disappointed with the amount of one on one feedback and time we got with the lecturers despite asking for advice and help on my work. Especially on the open day it was stressed that this course would help me become a perfect candidate for the industry and there would be a lot of support from the course. 

However, this year we have had a definite increase in feedback, whether its one on one or in groups. This has helped me develop my work and feel more confident in my work and progress. At the beginning of the module I enjoyed the tasks on Johari Windows and understanding the psychology behind behaviour of introverts and extroverts, this helped me understand the difference between two types of people that are on our course and helped justify some peoples behaviour towards work and deadlines. 

One thing I still think it that the course is overly focused, we seem to do all sorts of little bits that I don't always see the correlation to our course - for example writing a report on travel and tourism?

I still feel that certain members on the course do NOT pull their weight in group tasks and sometimes I don't think these people are dealt with and continue to take advantage of other team members to do all the work yet still come out with a decent grade. 

Despite stated bad points, I still feel there has been an improvement from first year and hope this continues to get better especially as I am striving to come out of this course with a very good grade in my degree and succeed within the industry and my career. 

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What Am I Like Moodboard

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Stop Motion Makeup!

If you thought Anna Sui couldn't get cuter, how about Anna Sui in motion?

After collecting my data on lipstick, I did some research into stop motion in makeup to try and gather some ideas on how I can go about making my own stop motion video!x

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Today in our seminar we were discussing data visualisation and research.

We were asked to collect visual research/data on ourselves as an example of a 'Day in the life of'.

I decided to do mine on lipstick and how darker colours are more dominant in the evening and nuder colours were worn during the day. Arising the question did I want to blend in during the day and stand out at night? Or leave my mark in lipstick in the evening?

This is where the research stages begin to create a big idea to finally get to an execution.

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MY EXPERIENCE AT LFW

During the summer I was lucky enough to get work experience with FASHION SCOUT during LFW. 

I worked backstage dressing models and assisting hair and makeup along with front of house where I liaised with PR, front rowers and other media. 

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Absolutely in love with Mary Katrantzou's most recent moodboards.

Seeing these really helps me use this in my own moodboards as its made so clear where Katrantzou gets her inspo from!

GO MK!!

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Find Your Inspiration / Wantering

Whether it's a special occasion or tips on how to wear a trend, we've got you covered with these curated style guides.

Best Inspo page for aspiring Fashionista's!!

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X-RAY: CLINIQUE SMART CUSTOM-REPAIR SERUM

Clinique Product Guru Janet Pardo talks skin, science, and serum with The Sephora Glossy.

“Even my husband noticed how flawless and radiant my skin looks since I started using Clinique Smart Custom-Repair Serum,” says Janet Pardo, Clinique’s Global Senior Vice President of Product Development Worldwide. “It’s the most powerful yet gentle serum Clinique has ever developed.” What’s more, she explains, is that it can read your skin, decipher what it needs, and act accordingly to correct visible damage as well as damage that has yet to manifest. Intrigued? So were we. We caught up with Pardo to get the scoop on the serum with a built-in GPS. MELISSA LANE

THE INSPIRATION “The moment of inspiration was when we asked ourselves, ‘How can we repair the damage that is happening under the skin before it appears?’” says Pardo. “It was only natural to evolve the concept of custom fit beyond cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing.” 

THE INSIGHT “We thought about the way our dermatologists Drs. Catherine and David Orentreich evaluate their patients’ skin. They look at the entire face—not just a wrinkle on the forehead or a dark spot on the cheek. We’re very inspired by the concept of treating a woman in a more complete way. Exactly how a doctor would.”

THE RESEARCH “We brought our biological research group, chemist, and guiding dermatologists into the conversation to create a customized serum. Decades of research, over 100 scientists and researchers, five targeted technologies, 37 worldwide patents, and 12 published scientific papers later, this skin-care innovation was created.”

THE BREAKTHROUGH “The advanced formulation targets repair to your unique skin damage—whether its damage you see or damage you don’t. The specialized repair molecules only activate as a result of specific distress signals. Until then, the technologies in Clinique Smart—hydration, repair, firming and lifting, skintone evening, and calming and soothing—are on call to respond to your skin’s ever-changing needs.”

THE EFFECTS “We did extensive clinical testing on eight different ethnicities, and our panelists were so impressed by the way their skin looked after 12 weeks. Their skin looked softer and smoother, and its radiance and texture improved, while staying hydrated and healthy. Women can expect to see their best skin ever.”

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Our #colouroftheweek is Papaya. A popular choice at the pre-summer 2015 collections, it was one of the 8 colours WGSN picked a year ago as a key recommendation for S/S 15 in our Global Colour Direction. 

Credit: Thakoon Addition, pre-summer  2015

WGSN guides global and cultural colour direction. Our team of experts identify, analyse and predict key colours that will drive and influence the commercially successful products and services of the future.

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X-RAY: STEFANO GABBANA ON DOLCE

The iconic designer discusses the new Dolce&Gabbana scent with the Sephora Glossy.

Described as “the essence of Sicilian sensuality,” Dolce is a sultry addition to the legendary lineup that began with Dolce&Gabbana’s eponymous first perfume in 1992. Aficionados won’t miss how the bottle’s elegant bow of thin, black, grosgrain ribbon recalls the signature white shirts and bow ties of the fashion house’s early catwalk shows. The rest of us will be too busy spritzing and vamping in front of the mirror breathily saying, “Mi piace l’italiano,” to notice. Here, brand cofounder Stefano Gabbana gives us the business on his and partner Domenico Dolce’s latest work of Italian-styled seduction. MELISSA LANE

THE SCENT “Dolce is a gentle, feminine mix of white flowers, introduced by the freshness of the Neroli leaves and defined by the white amaryllis, a South African flower used for the first time ever in scent,” says Stefano Gabbana. “The floral signature of Dolce extends into a warm and sensual trail.”

THE INSPIRATION “Dolce is a contemporary fragrance inspired by a memory. The originality is not just in the way it was created, using traditional essences and other brand new ingredients, but also because it is the translation into fragrance of a young new love that will, by virtue of its innocence, retain its youthful vitality.”

THE BOTTLE “Dolce’s elegant packaging is reminiscent of a vintage fragrance flacon. The flower cap pays tribute to Sicilian customs, the original design handcrafted to portray the Marzipan sculptures seen in traditional confections. Dolce is signed in a flourish of black script, a replica of Domenico Dolce’s father’s own signature, underscored by a graphic twist of thin, black ribbon.”

THE NOTES Neroli leaves and Papaya flower open in a sweet, floral bouquet yielding to an opulent combination of full-bodied white amaryllis with white water lily and white daffodil. Warm musky notes layered with Cashmeran accents round out the fragrance with a feminine finish of light woods, earthy tones, and spices.

Shop Dolce & Gabbana Dolce at Sephora>

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Module 2 Portfolio

Finished Portfolio for Module 2 - Creative Networks.

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Edgy Tuesdays with @louboutinworld 212 872 8947 (at Bergdorf Goodman

NEED THESE IN MY LIFE ASAPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP

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SEPHORA HOT NOW VOLUME 6

Summer beauty just got hotter.

SETS THE TONE FOR GOOD SKIN BARESKIN BY BAREMINERALS PURE BRIGHTENING SERUM FOUNDATION & PERFECTING FACE BRUSH • Clinically proven tone-correcting mineral foundation and brightening serum in one. • Vitamin C, SPF, and lilac plant stem cells brighten, protect, and improve the appearance of skin. • Plush brush specially designed to buff liquid foundation onto skin for a flawless finish.

STARTS SOFT. FINISHES STRONG SEPHORA COLLECTION LUSTER MATTE LONG-WEAR LIP COLOR • Intensely saturated liquid lip color with a rich, matte-sheen finish—in 12 long-wearing shades. • Ultra-lightweight formula nourishes with rosehip-seed oil. • Precise tip for mess-free application.

THE NEW WAY TO NAIL: TOUCH-AND-GO MANICURES FORMULA X PRESS PODS • Limited-edition set of single-use polishes for on-the-go manicures. • Each pod includes enough high-performance lacquer for two coats on all ten nails. • 24 standout shades of vibrant classics, elegant neutrals, and modern metallics.

EVERY SUMMER ESSENTIAL UNDER THE SUN SUMMER CRUSHES • Robust collection of our most-loved products for sun protection, sunless tanning, and more. • Everything you need to complete your beauty routine. • Housed in a beach-ready makeup bag. 

THE PERFECT TAN IS A MATTER OF TIMING VITA LIBERATA RAPID SELF TAN MOUSSE 1-3 HOUR DEVELOPMENT • Luxurious self-tanner that gradually delivers natural-looking color in just one hour. • Groundbreaking time-release formula lets you customize your shade from a sunkissed glow to a deep bronze. • Includes easy-to-use timing instructions for the perfect tan.

A SKETCH ARTIST FOR INSTANT CHEEKBONES TARTE THE SCULPTOR AMAZONIAN CLAY COUNTOURING SLENDERIZER & THE SLENDERIZER BAMBOO CONTOURING BRUSH • Foolproof contouring stick and double-ended brush for effortless sculpting. • Nutrient-rich ingredients and antiaging antioxidants brighten, soothe, and soften skin. • Simple step-by-step instructions for creating a slimmer, more defined appearance.

SHOP SEPHORA HOT NOW>

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AN AMAZING OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN THE INS AND OUTS OF BEAUTY PR FROM ONE OF THE BEST BEAUTY PUBLICISTS IN THE INDUSTRY!

Maser Communications (founded by PR maven Jaime Maser) is looking for an intern (15-20 hours per week) for this summer (ASAP). Here’s the scoop…

As a one-woman show with...

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'The Legacy Service' Fragrance Launch Report First Year - Module 2 - Fragrance Launch. PRINTED AND BOUND!