tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79956394896145457992024-03-14T02:58:14.817-07:00Meggasus and Katie LuLife is a Vogue editorial.Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.comBlogger112125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-66921009254535922032017-01-21T14:31:00.000-08:002017-01-21T14:31:17.746-08:00<br />
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And just like that I'm blogging again!</div>
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<a href="http://meggiemccabe.blogspot.com/">(New blog here)!</a></div>
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Hello Everyone!!
Meggasus here!
It has been YEARS since our last post. I recently turned 26, and it's amazing to look back at my younger years with this blog.
The blogging days were wonderful for Katie-Lu and I. We loved the blogging community and everyone who supported us! It's wild to think how rapidly the social media landscape has transformed since.<br />
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Can you guess who's who???</div>
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During the blogging days I had recently quit modeling in NYC and was struggling with an eating disorder. I did not share this on the blog back then. Thankfully I am 100% recovered and ready to share everything now my <a href="http://meggiemccabe.blogspot.com/">new blog</a>.<br />
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The blog, "Meggasus" is my way of learning and specializing in eating disorders. I go into detail about my goals for the blog <a href="http://meggiemccabe.blogspot.com/2017/01/finally-some-clarity-on-life-coaching.html">in the first post.</a> For those of you who need the cliff notes, here's part of my original post where I sum it all up:<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><i>"This blog will be used to connect those struggling with food/eating to information, stories, and resources. This blog will be my documented journey towards specialization and expertise. I will also be developing my own ideas/theories for my practice which I will share. Use my story and what is written/posted here to help you through your personal experience."</i></span><br />
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I encourage all of you to check it out especially if you have an eating disorder, are recovered, or know somebody who might be struggling. I know the majority of readers on this blog were fashion bloggers, so you might find my post about <a href="http://meggiemccabe.blogspot.com/2017/01/model-apartment-memories.html">the model apartmen</a>t to be fascinating. As we fashion bloggers know, eating disorders are nothing new to the fashion world.<br />
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Thank you for your kindness and support. I hope you follow the blog, share it and keep up with my work. I encourage you to email me about your own experiences and ideas for the blog. Oh, and Katie-Lu says hello!<br />
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Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-91975596391482018452011-06-07T12:10:00.000-07:002011-06-09T19:08:52.106-07:00Justin Timberlake and Lara Stone? Say No More....Hey guys!!! We apologize for the long delay in blogging! We've been extremely busy the past few months but recently decided to start our blog up again. We've missed you guys! Also, sorry for the change in layout (Katie-Lu tried to experiment and we can't get it back to just a black background)! We aren't very tech savvy and web design isn't our forte.<br /><br />Anyway, back to blogging.<br /><br />My opinion on celebs hogging up valuable editorial space in magazines usually goes like this: (I guess you can already tell my opinions from my word choice but I'll say it anyway!) Let models model and let celebs act! Crossover from model to actress or actress to model is never deeply appreciated in my book. (I want models back on mainstream magazine covers)!<br /><br />However, when a celeb AND a model are featured in a story I think it's pure editorial gold.<br /><br />So when I was on models.com this morning and saw an editorial by Norman Jean Roy for Vanity Fair featuring Justin Timberlake and Lara Stone I was blown away.....talk about perfect casting! Here are some of the photos from the story:<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=jt2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/jt2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=jt1.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 626px; height: 438px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/jt1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=jt3.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 651px; height: 369px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/jt3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />What are your opinions? They're a casting director's dream couple, no?Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-77039110820114955742010-12-24T20:38:00.001-08:002010-12-24T21:54:42.656-08:00The 12 Days of ChristmasIn light of the holiday season, I've been searching for a festive editorial to share with the blogosphere. Recently I came up with this one called "The Twelve Days of Christmas," photographed by Steven Meisel in 1998 for US Vogue.<br /><br />We've all heard several renditions of the classic holiday song, but have you ever seen a visual artistic interpretation of it?<br /><br />Well, back in 1998, US Vogue did an entire fashion spread based on the song, featuring supermodel Shalom Harlow. (She's actually still working today...omg)!<br /><br />Anway, here's the editorial:<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=xmas1.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 662px; height: 454px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/xmas1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=xmas2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/xmas2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=xmas3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/xmas3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=xmas4.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 627px; height: 429px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/xmas4.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=xmas5.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 628px; height: 428px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/xmas5.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=xmas6.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 615px; height: 421px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/xmas6.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=xmas8.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 609px; height: 415px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/xmas8.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=xmas9.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 603px; height: 409px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/xmas9.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=xmas10.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 616px; height: 421px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/xmas10.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=xmas11.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 611px; height: 417px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/xmas11.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Granted, I was seven when this editorial was published, so maybe it's just too outdated for me to really understand, but personally I found parts of this editorial to be a little odd.<br /><br />For instance, the "Three French Hens" photo has three french maids. Come on now, just because they are <span style="font-style: italic;">french</span> hens, doesn't mean "interpreting" them to be <span style="font-style: italic;">french</span> maids will cut it. Changing three french hens to three french maids is the same thing as changing it to three french fries, basically.<br /><br />Also, when I think of eight maids a-milking, I don't not think of babies...(I'm guessing they're referencing breast feeding? Honestly, I feel awkward just <span style="font-style: italic;">saying </span>that.) Generally, I think of maids milking cows....<br /><br />Well, what are your thoughts with this editorial? My favorite photo is for "nine ladies dancing." Look at them raise the roof! Par-tay!<br /><br />Merry Christmas to all!<br /><br />Meggasus PeggasusFab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-47598886601151786892010-12-22T10:51:00.000-08:002010-12-22T11:03:50.307-08:00Photo Inspiration!<div style="text-align: center;">I've been searching for inspiration today... Now since it's Christmas break I have time to do that sort of thing. Here are some amazing photos I stumbled across from the Conde Nast website... Beautiful!<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=Whentheballgownmetthehammockgenemoore.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/Whentheballgownmetthehammockgenemoore.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />"When the Ballgown Met the Hammock" 1957<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=Ballgowntakesflight.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/Ballgowntakesflight.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />"Ballgown Takes Flight" 1953<br /></div><br />These were taken by the famous "Window Dresser," Gene Moore. I am curious to see more of his photography...<br /><br />Hopefully these fantasy-like images bring you some inspiration if you are in need!<br />This was a mini post... longer one later.<br /><br /><br />Seize the day my friends!! :)<br /><br />Xx Katie-LuFab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-56477365307168374912010-12-19T07:34:00.000-08:002010-12-19T08:31:53.857-08:00LF Store in Harvard Square<div style="text-align: center;">The LF Store in Cambridge is quickly becoming my new favorite shopping destination. According to the official homepage of the store, LF is "geared towards girls who dare to be different." When I first entered the shop, I was almost overwhelmed by different fabrics and designs. There was so much I wanted to get my hands on! My friend Emily and I were simply just browsing around for a good hour basically in awe before we even started to try anything on. FYI, I'm a sucker for a good slouchy sweater and earth tones and this place was filled.<br /><br />Below I have chosen a few images from various LF store lookbooks... Which style do you like best?<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=LF1.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 637px; height: 334px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/LF1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">"The Drifter"</span><br />What I love most about this look is actually the feather headpiece on the girl in the image to the right. I tried this on in the store. At first I was a little skeptical about it, because it reminded me of an elf...but once it was on I loved how it looked against my dark hair. It's such a unique piece that it definitely makes a statement. All you'd have to do is wear it with confidence and anyone could pull it off.<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=LF2.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 675px; height: 352px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/LF2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">"Earth Spirit"</span><br />The image to the right is possibly my favorite outfit out of all the various looks on the website. Seeing girls wear floor length dresses is a rare occurrence these days, and this model makes the style still look sexy even though she's showing minimal skin! Not to mention her legs look a mile long.<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=LF3.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 665px; height: 348px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/LF3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">"Official Lookbook"</span><br />So I was never a fan of ponchos but this dark green one brings them to a new level of cool. I adore the long fringe at the end, and it looks great paired with the tribal indian pouch necklace!<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=LF4.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 660px; height: 376px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/LF4.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">"The After Party"</span><br />Images from this specific lookbook are very different from the daytime looks! The majority of the styles are heavy on the black lace and gorgeous faux fur. You would definitely be the show stopper at a party wearing any of these styles...<br /><br />The only downside to my recent discovery of this store is that it is a five minute walk away from where I got hired to work in January... All I have to say is that I'm worried about how fast my first paycheck will disappear :$<br /><br />If you are interested at taking a look at the LF homepage or browsing through the rest of the images in the lookbook, click <a href="http://www.lfstores.com/index.html">here</a> !<br /><br />Xx Katie-Lu<br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-62209148011015200642010-12-15T18:22:00.000-08:002010-12-15T19:00:36.440-08:00Marc Jacobs s/s 2011 campaign is out!Marc Jacobs is finally using real models in his campaigns again (no celebs thank god)! As a result the campaigns are getting so much better (smart decision, Marc).<br /><br />For the spring show, the clothes were very vibrant and colorful. They had a 1970'a disco feel to them. The spring campaign, photographed by Juergen Teller, perfectly captures the theme of the collection.<br /><br />It's kind of cool to see how closely the campaign captures the essence of the show. If you want to see what I mean here's a quick video of the show from nylon.com.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><object width="640" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Ae92032w1yo?fs=1&hl=en_US"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Ae92032w1yo?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="640" height="385"></embed></object><br /></div><br />Usually, the Marc Jacobs campaigns are pretty bland with dull lighting and emotionless faces. (Although I must say that last season wasn't bland because the model choice was spot on).<br /><br />Either way, I claim this season's campaign to be downright groovy! (haha) Take a look at the newest images featuring models Caroline Brasch Nielsen and Masha Kirsanova.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=jacobs1-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 470px; height: 663px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/jacobs1-1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=jacobs2-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/jacobs2-1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Models.com says that this campaign is "reminiscent of Jodie Foster in Taxi Driver." Do you agree?<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Have a wonderful day!<br /><br />xox<br /><br />Meggasus<br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-59760438809881813992010-12-08T18:32:00.000-08:002010-12-08T19:56:18.755-08:00STOP THIS TREND!This post is urgent!!! Someone please STOP THIS TREND. I've been seeing these weird animal hats pop up all over the place. Urban Outfitters is one of the guilty suppliers.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=uglyhat.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 302px; height: 447px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/uglyhat.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=uglyhat2.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 311px; height: 419px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/uglyhat2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=uglyhat3.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 309px; height: 454px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/uglyhat3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">It gets worse.... You can buy matching gloves!!<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=uglygloves.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 186px; height: 276px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/uglygloves.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=uglyglove2.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 186px; height: 276px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/uglyglove2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />It's like an instant puppet show?? hmmm no thanks.<br /><br />More serious posts later! Meggasus and I have been swamped with finals :/<br /><br />Xx Katie-Lu<br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-50582941229276755522010-11-24T21:35:00.000-08:002010-11-24T22:26:39.927-08:00Kelsi Dagger Shoes! Worth the Splurge...<div style="text-align: center;">Believe it or not, shoes are always the most frustrating item for me to buy on my shopping list. The reason for this is because I seem to have the worst luck with every pair I buy. I am that girl who will be running late to class in the rain, and when she is almost there her heel will break! (yes that has happened to me before)<br /><br />Part of the reason for my bad "luck" however is that I am bargain shopper. I have a difficult time buying any pair of shoes that aren't from Target or Marshalls. Up until recently I had never bought a pair of shoes for myself over $50. However, after all my broken heels, jammed zippers, and painful blisters I have come to the realization that it is worth the investment to buy a quality pair of shoes even if it means dropping a little more money than you expected. Recently, I came across my new favorite brand- Kelsi Dagger.<br /><br />I was looking for a pair of practical, yet stylish boots that could handle with winter weather in Boston... This is the pair I found!<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=KelseyDaggerBonte.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/KelseyDaggerBonte.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Kinda grunge, but still more feminine than most combat style boots I've seen! They aren't too clunky/massive, but they are still sturdy enough to stand up against winter weather! Not to mention, they do not have and zippers to get jammed or spike heels to get stuck in the Boston sidewalk grates! Maybe now I can make it to class on time...<br /><br />Here are a few others I was tempted to buy... As you can see, the heels on these made them a little more unpractical for everyday use.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=KelseyDaggerLottie.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/KelseyDaggerLottie.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />I am predicting that my next splurge on shoes will be an "over the knee" style boot like this one with the buckles running all the way up the leg... very sexy!<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=KelseyDaggerIman.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/KelseyDaggerIman.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />I was surprised how much I liked this brown leather pair... Brown is a color I never am initially attracted to when it comes to fashion. Black is always my first instinct! However, this one took me by surprise! I love how it's casual, but still has a 4 inch glam heel!<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=KelsiDaggerBellamy.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/KelsiDaggerBellamy.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />This one was actually my favorite... but not what I was looking for! The open toe would be silly in the winter.<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=KelseyDaggerKamera.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/KelseyDaggerKamera.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />I may have to order this last pair after I get my next paycheck... I've been wanting a new pair of heels to go out in, and these skyscrapers would definitely be a show stopper! I love the snake skin pattern.... and I'm a sucker for black as I hinted at previously!<br /><br />Another great aspect of the Kelsi Dagger brand, is that all the shoes run big. This is great for girls like Meggasus and I who have feet on the larger size and are sometimes limited with our options. (another reason as to why shoe shopping is frustrating.) However, the boots I bought fit perfectly and I couldn't be happier with them :)<br /><br />Which of these is your favorite style? Let us know what you think!<br /><br />I hope you all have a lovely Thanksgiving!<br /><br />Xx Katie-Lu<br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-4228916654251561862010-11-16T16:10:00.000-08:002010-11-16T17:09:28.610-08:00"Family Circus" by Paolo Roversi for W Magazine<div style="text-align: center;">The most recent issue of W magazine came out with this stunning editorial photographed by Paolo Roversi, featuring models Arizona Muse, Lindsey Wixson and Britt Maren. W magazine always produces the most intriguing and beautiful editorials, and this one is definitely no exception.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=fam1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/fam1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=fam8.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/fam8.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=fam3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/fam3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />I just love the combination of snow, farm animals, and beautiful designer gowns.....how could you go wrong? The pale colors of the clothing and whiteness of the snow contrast with the darkness of the background beautifully.<br /><br />The photographs evoke a feeling of innocence and grace, as well as mystery and emptiness.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=fam4.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/fam4.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=fam7.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/fam7.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=fam5.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/fam5.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />I think it was a great artistic choice to color the hair of some of the models reddish pink.... it brings just enough color to the otherwise dull color scheme of off-whites, grays and black.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=fam2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/fam2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />The hair and make-up, as well as the general vibe of the entire editorial definitely reminds me of John Galliano's most recent collection. In fact, here is a picture of Lindsey Wixson backstage at John Galliano, wearing (pretty much) the same exact hat!<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=fam9.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/fam9.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />Oh, and I also think it's adorable how the editorial incorporated animals and children! In fact, there were 2 solo pages of just children...this definitely has to do with the newest craze, which is high fashion labels designing kiddie clothes for a sophisticated, fashionable child consumer. Take a look at this little guy wearing a Chanel tweed jacket.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=fam6.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/fam6.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />I don't know if designer clothes for children is adorable or ridiculous. Actually, I'm leaning towards ridiculous. What if your kid decides to play with his play-dough in his Chanel jacket? That's just a disaster waiting to happen, and the child wouldn't know the difference between that and his Gymboree overalls.<br /><br />Hope you enjoyed this editorial as much as the last one! If you like what you're reading, please follow us! xoxo<br /><br />much love,<br /><br />Meggasus<br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-23145502906113841322010-11-12T07:13:00.000-08:002010-11-14T09:13:20.948-08:00Life Goes By Pretty Fast.....Today I want to share with you one of my favorite editorials of all time, featuring supermodel Eniko Mihalik for Vogue Paris that was photographed by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin in 2008.<br /><br />This editorial takes readers through a lifetime of ages as Eniko (who was age 22 in 2008) is transformed from age 10 to age 60 in a single editorial. With the changes in Eniko's expression and poses, along with the different make up, hair, and styling for each photo, the magazine was able to pull off this concept beautifully.<br /><br />The spread starts off with Eniko, at age 10.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=eniko.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/eniko.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div>Her youthful facial features (such as her adorable dimples), as well as her giggly expression and half hidden smile all give the illusion that in fact Eniko is 10 years old, at the dawn of life. AMAZING!<br /><br />This next photo is the model at age 20....<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=eniko2-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/eniko2-1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div>Here, you can tell the model is just discovering herself...experimenting with makeup and various accessories.... even straightening her hair. Her expression is hopeful and excited for her life ahead of her.<br /><br />It's funny to look at this photo because Katie-Lu and I will be turning 20 in January... this editorial makes me realize how young we still are.<br /><br />Next up, age 30...<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=eniko3-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/eniko3-1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div>Corrupted by her 20's, Eniko at age 30 seems to have been through a decade of experimentation with drugs....her expression is a little "too cool for school" in the sense she's been there, done that.<br /><br />Age 40....<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=eniko4-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/eniko4-1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div>With the styling in this photo you can see that now the model is middle aged and that she's somewhat of a cougar!<br /><br />Age 50...<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=eniko5-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/eniko5-1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div>Here, Eniko's taste has been refined with age...she's aging with class, which is the best way to do it, if you ask me.<br /><br />And finally, Age 60...<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=eniko6-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/eniko6-1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div>I love this last photograph because it gives those of us who are young something to look forward to. Here, age 60 is portrayed as a time of inner peace and self-actualization. Although she still has a few decades to look forward to herself, Eniko seems to have great confidence in who she is and the life she's experienced. Here, she radiates inner beauty opposed to the outer beauty she had in her youth.<br /><br />What are your thoughts on this editorial? Every time I take a look at these photos I'm amazed.<br /><br />love, Meggasus xoFab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-6453049666462704162010-11-11T22:04:00.000-08:002010-11-12T07:13:10.687-08:00$10,000 by Thanksgiving to Raise Money for Breast Cancer<div style="text-align: center;">Miss Emily Tebbetts has been our blog photographer for almost a year now and today this post is about her and her amazing goal. Emily's mom has been fighting breast cancer for almost ten years now. As a way to help her Mom and to others suffering with cancer, Emily made it her goal to raise $5,000 by Thanksgiving with the promise of shaving her head if she reached this goal. Emily surpassed her original goal of $5,000 rather quickly, (she will be shaving her head) and now her mission is to raise $10,000!<br /><br />Here are a few photos Emily has taken over the course of the past year for our blog... She is an extremely talented individual.<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=donatecloseup.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 503px; height: 341px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/donatecloseup.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=twins1.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 547px; height: 405px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/twins1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=donate.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 557px; height: 551px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/donate.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=danatekick.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 464px; height: 697px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/danatekick.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=donate2.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 523px; height: 349px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/donate2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />This is just a sample of the fabulous photos Emily has taken. She is truly an amazing girl and we are proud to call her a good friend of ours. She is the kind of person that will change the world.<br /><br />If you want to help Emily reach her goal of raising $10,000, check out her Facebook page to learn how. Any amount you give is a huge help! Donate <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/5000-for-Breast-Cancer-by-Thanksgiving-and-Emily-goes-bald/152608328111052?ref=ts#%21/pages/5000-for-Breast-Cancer-by-Thanksgiving-and-Emily-goes-bald/152608328111052?v=wall">here</a>. Thank you!<br /><br />Xx Katie-Lu and Meggasus<br /><br /><br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-87386375050854930342010-11-08T20:26:00.001-08:002010-11-08T21:06:25.890-08:00Katherine Hepburn Mystery Dress!<div style="text-align: center;">This is not a typical Meggasus and Katie-Lu blog post...<br /><br />I want you all to take a look at this photo... It's of Katherine Hepburn from "Woman of the Year." The dress she is wearing is the absolute prettiest gown I've ever seen and ever since I first saw this movie about 4 years ago I've never forgotten it. Unfortunately I can't find any other pictures of it to show you of it from the movie...<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=KatherineHepburnprettiestdress.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 525px; height: 438px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/KatherineHepburnprettiestdress.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />The reason I'm posting this on the blog is because I was hoping that any other fashionistas in the blogosphere might be able to give an educated guess on who the designer is?? The movie was filmed in 1942... If you watch the movie you will have a better understanding as to why this dress is simply unforgettable.<br /><br />Longer post later ;)<br /><br />Xx Katie-Lu<br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-29132754787696657862010-10-27T17:23:00.000-07:002010-10-27T19:10:20.830-07:00Twins Reunite in Boston- Photoshoot!<div style="text-align: center;">This is a historic moment for Meggasus and Katie-Lu blog... For the first time EVER Meggasus and I were able to both take part in a collaborative photoshoot with the fabulous photographer, Miss Emily Tebbetts! Meggasus was finally able to make the trip up from Storrs CT to visit me in Boston... It was wonderful to be reunited!<br /><br />Our shoot with Emily began at the reflecting pool and we eventually drifted to Newbury street to take some urban-chic photos.<br /><br />This first Instax photo is my personal favorite taken from the day... however, Meggasus prefers the 2nd black and white photo... Which do you prefer?<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=twins1.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 588px; height: 446px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/twins1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />FYI: Meggasus is on the left and I am on the right.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=twinsMegsfav.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 607px; height: 405px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/twinsMegsfav.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />I personally love the natural feel of the Instax photo. There is just something exciting about the idea of only having one chance to take a perfect picture. If something goes wrong, you cannot go back and edit!<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=twinsonsteps.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/twinsonsteps.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Meggasus's teal bracelet is from the Jazz festival on Columbus Ave we attended earlier that weekend. It adds a nice touch of color to our all-black theme of the shoot. My black and gold earrings are from Forever21.<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=twinbigdoor.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/twinbigdoor.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />This photo was taken in front of the gorgeous "Christian Church of Science" on Mass Ave. I love how the cool angles of this photo work so well with the beautiful architecture of the church... It provided the perfect backdrop for our photoshoot!<br /><br /><br />This next one was taken on Newbury street.... Meggasus's expression looks as though she belongs on the front of a 90's album cover!<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=twinstoop.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/twinstoop.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />This last photo is extremely interesting visually. The combination of the hair blowing in the wind with the shadow of the hand makes for a very unique photo.... it definitely highlights Emily's talent as a photographer.<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=twinwind.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/twinwind.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Now since you've seen photos of us together for the first time, the question is, can you tell us apart?!<br /><br />For more information about the clothing you see in this post, see my previous entry about the consignment store "Rescue" located on Newbury Street!<br /><br />I hope you are all having a wonderful week!<br /><br />Xx Katie Lu<br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-19138658231300737142010-10-24T13:17:00.000-07:002010-10-24T18:37:24.013-07:00"Rescue" on Newbury StreetMany of our followers may recall that Meggasus and I have a passion for going to secondhand stores and creating trendy outfits out of miscellaneous treasures that we find. We can spend hours searching through the racks at the Salvation Army in order to find unique pieces we can add to our wardrobe. Being in the city, Boston has many ideal locations to find thrifted deals such as Second Time Around, The Garment District, Poor Little Rich Girl and The Closet. However, a few weeks ago I came across "Rescue" located at 244 Newbury Street, which has easily become my newest favorite consignment shop.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=Rescue.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/Rescue.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />How is works is that they selectively buy women and men's clothing on a walk in basis. All the items they resell must be up to date with the current trends. While reading their website I was somewhat surprised at how picky the criteria is for what they select...For example, they do not accept any vintage clothing from after 1980, lounge wear, business attire, formal dresses or furcoats! Also, all items must be up to date with the current trends... even "classic" styles will not be accepted. They do not have an area for backstock so every item must be in season. However, this just goes to prove that "Rescue" prefers quality over quantity and knows its target market. Take a look at the this photo of Meggasus and I decked out in our recently purchased "Rescue" attire.<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=rescueclothingexample.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 550px; height: 427px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/rescueclothingexample.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Although Rescue does carry a lot of expensive designer brands, the majority of the store is very reasonably priced. I was able to purchase that black blazer for 30$ and the gold studded tube top dress I'm wearing underneath for only $10... The lace top Meggasus is wearing was only $20! We got away like bandits...This photo is a preview to one of our most recent photoshoots that will be featured on the blog shortly, so stay tuned!<br /><br />Some of the designer items I saw in the store while I was browsing included Levi's Marc by Marc Jacobs, American Apparel, Dolce Vita, Betsey Johnson, Zara, and BGBC. They had an amazing selection!<br /><br />Here are some of my favorite items currently featured on their <a href="http://www.rescuebuyselltrade.com/">blog</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=HelmutLang.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/HelmutLang.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Helmut Lang Dress, $200<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=marc2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/marc2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Marc by Marc Jacobs Dress, $120<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=BlackCrossShreddedT.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/BlackCrossShreddedT.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Black Cross Shredded Tee, $40<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=DianeVonFurstenburgSilkTop.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/DianeVonFurstenburgSilkTop.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Diane Von Furstenburg Silk Top, $44<br /><br />I can't wait to go back to Rescue. They make the avid thrift store shopper's job simple by only choosing the most fashion forward items to sell in their store, so you don't have to spend hours looking through racks of clothing that are outdated!<br /><br />Xx Katie Lu<br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-85186837590771174172010-10-21T21:17:00.000-07:002010-10-21T21:51:41.147-07:00Just Like a Movie....It's funny how looking at a fashion photograph can make you feel like you're watching a movie. This editorial from W magazine, photographed by Alex Prager made me feel like exactly this way.<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=irina.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/irina.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=irina2-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/irina2-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=irina3-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/irina3-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=irina4-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/irina4-1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br />I had never really studied Alex's work before until I came across his photography <a href="http://www.alexprager.com/">website</a> and noticed that he has a very distinct, 1960's retro style. The subjects of his photographs always seem to be a little dissatisfied, disturbed or trapped (in a purposeful way, of course).<br /><br />In fact, his style reminds me so much of an old classic movie....maybe this next photo by Alex will trigger a cinematic memory for you...<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=prager4.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/prager4.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br />That's right, his style can basically be summed up by the movie, THE BIRDS (1963) directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Here are some screen shots from the old horror film....can't you see the similarities?<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=birds2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/birds2.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=birds3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/birds3.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=birds.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/birds.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a>.<br /><br />I love it when a photographer can be identified just by looking at the style of the photo. Tim Walker, Helmut Newton, Terry Richardson, Peter Lindbergh and Steven Meisel all have distinct artistict styles that come across in all of their work.<br /><br />Have a wonderful weekend!<br /><br />Love,<br /><br />MeggasusFab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-65092929184018498402010-10-17T14:18:00.000-07:002010-10-18T14:32:01.509-07:00Need some style inspiration? Get it from the Professionals....Being a fashion model is a job in which you must always look the part, even when you aren't at a photo shoot. Whether you are at a casting, backstage, or just walking down the street, there will always be people taking your picture.<br /><br />Since a fashion model gets the chance to wear thousands of designer clothes for a living, it is only natural for fashion lovers to wonder what they choose to wear when they are not working. This is why a model's street style is so exciting! Take a look at these models and what they choose to wear when they are (as Alex Wang says,) "off duty."<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=streetstyle4.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 496px; height: 744px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/streetstyle4.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Anja Rubik<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=streetstyle5.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 516px; height: 774px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/streetstyle5.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Coco Rocha- Love the leopard print!<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=streetstyle3.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 540px; height: 809px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/streetstyle3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Frida-That military jacket is amazing!<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=streetstyle1.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 532px; height: 744px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/streetstyle1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Frida and Hanne- two fashion icons together!<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=streetstyle2.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 579px; height: 869px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/streetstyle2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Sasha Pivovarova- This outfit is just perfection. Can anyone ID that bag? It's incredible!<br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-28743849038367945022010-10-15T17:51:00.000-07:002010-10-16T09:12:35.113-07:00This One is For the Manly Men!When people think about eating disorders, most automatically think about females... but what about the men? Out of the population who has anorexia and bulimia, 15% are male! (Mirasol Health) For the past decade, it has been the trend for male models to be super thin with little to no muscle tone in their body. Quite frankly, many of these "Men" have the bodies of prepubescent boys... After looking up the measurements for the average male model, I was shocked to find the average dimensions for a male model are a height of 5 ft 11 in to 6 ft 3 in, a waist of 26–33 in and a chest measurement of 32–40 in.<br /><br />Here are some example images of the skinny male body type that have dominated the fashion industry for the past decade.... (Photos from DNA Model Management)<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=DNABeauGrealy.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/DNABeauGrealy.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=DNAdarrylcalmese.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/DNAdarrylcalmese.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=DNAVersace.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/DNAVersace.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Maybe this look is "edgy" or "editorial"....but it definitely does not look like these men are healthy. I could probably beat all of them in arm wrestling...Just sayin'!<br /><br /><br />However, times are changing! After the Spring/Summer 2011 shows it is clear that designers are starting to choose more muscular, "manly men" to walk the runway.<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=boystomen.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 253px; height: 379px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/boystomen.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Aww male models are growing up!<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Here is an awesome collage I found on the NY times website showing some of the on the full-grown, muscular men on the runways and covers of this season!<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=MEN.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/MEN.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /></div>Also, take a look at this cover of VMAN magazine featuring Josh Brolin on the cover. Personally, I would much rather see his face on the cover of a magazine than the other boyish men that have been on covers in the past. This cover projects an image of security and confidence!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=JoshBrolinV.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/JoshBrolinV.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Hopefully the average male model measurements will be going up in the future so that men do not get a false sense of how they should look! However, as male models get more muscular, let's hope this doesn't have the reverse effect on men causing them to worry too much about being jacked.... For the wellness of men everywhere, let's hope there can be a happy medium!<br /><br /><br />Xx Katie-Lu<br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-84075159031103782312010-10-12T16:09:00.001-07:002010-10-12T19:08:10.110-07:00The Row: Spring/Summer 2011 Collection Video<div style="text-align: center;"> Meggasus and I have adored Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen ever since their debut on "Full House". (Undoubtedly because of the shared twin bond between us but that's besides the point) Now since they have made their move from child stars to high fashion designers with their increasingly popular line "The Row," Meggasus and I have even more of a reason to remain devoted fans of the pair...<br /><br />Here is a candid shot of the two bartending at Fashion's Night Out last year... This photo is just so fun I had to share it!<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=mkandAdrinks.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/mkandAdrinks.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />What I love about the Olsen's collection is that they stay true to their own personal style. Pieces are understated and classy... focused on precise fit and the use of luxurious fabric, or as MK and A put it, "Refined, minimal luxury that is wearable." If you would like to hear more about the design process for their Spring/Summer 2011 collection, take a look at this video!<br /><br /><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="fbfhiso8" width="432" height="415"><param name="movie" value="http://img.widgets.video.s-msn.com/flash/customplayer/1_0/customplayer.swf"><param name="bgcolor" value="#ffffff"><param name="base" value="."><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><param name="flashvars" value="player.c=v&player.v=c34b5e5f-b41e-4406-ae85-f482d979017d&mkt=en-us&brand=v5^544x306&configCsid=msnvideo&configName=syndicationplayer"><embed src="http://img.widgets.video.s-msn.com/flash/customplayer/1_0/customplayer.swf" id="s7kku7j9" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" pluginspage="http://macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" base="." wmode="transparent" flashvars="player.c=v&player.v=c34b5e5f-b41e-4406-ae85-f482d979017d&mkt=en-us&brand=v5^544x306&configCsid=msnvideo&configName=syndicationplayer" width="432" height="415"></embed></object><noembed>&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="http://www.bing.com/videos/browse?mkt=en-us&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;from=&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;vid=c34b5e5f-b41e-4406-ae85-f482d979017d&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;from=en-us&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;fg=dest" target="_new" title="The Row"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Video: The Row&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;</noembed><br /><br />What I noticed about this particular collection that is different from what I expected is the use of light colors such as white, ivory, tan and pale pink. When I picture the Olsen's style I automatically think black and grays! Don't get me wrong, black is one of my favorite colors to wear on a daily basis (a habit I am trying to pull away from)...just it is nice that the Olsen's are incorporating these lighter colors, proving that "classy" doesn't necessarily always mean black.<br /><br />The only aspect of the The Row that I believe the Olsen's should strongly consider changing, is its absurd prices. I understand that Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen are powerhouses and can basically do whatever they want, but charging $250.00 for a simple, plain gray T-shirt is beyond ridiculous! Just take a look at a few of these sky-high prices.<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=theRowtee.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/theRowtee.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />$250.00<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=therow.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/therow.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />$3,800.00<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=redtrench.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/redtrench.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />$1,990.00<br /><br />This red trench is lovely, however I believe I bought almost the same exact one from H&M last year for about $20.00... That fabric better be as luxurious as they say it is!<br /><br />Xx Katie-Lu<br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-16164090119820144492010-09-29T19:20:00.000-07:002010-10-03T05:43:06.801-07:00Part Two of The Fenway Garden Photoshoot!Now for part two of my photoshoot in the Fenway Gardens with the fabulous Miss Emily Tebbetts!<br /><br />I loved sitting in this tall grass! I felt like a tiger. ..<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=gardentiger.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/gardentiger.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=gardenhideandseek.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/gardenhideandseek.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /> My expression in this moment was definitely influenced by the random violinist that was playing the garden next to us...he was quite an interesting fellow. I play the cello, and at first I couldnt help but laugh to myself a little because it sounded like he was playing "Mississippi Stoplight" in double time...which anyone who did elementary school strings knows what I am talking about! However, that must have been his warmup because I was shocked when he began to play "Explosive" by Bond.... my favorite modern day string quartet! I definitely recommend checking them out if you get a chance ;)<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=gardenrose.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/gardenrose.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />I wear the bracelete in this photo almost everyday...never fails to get at least 2 compliments!<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=gardenbike.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/gardenbike.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />To me this last photo is genius. Everything about it works...the bike in the foreground is an excellent touch! Emily's photography never fails to amaze me...<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=secretgarden.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/secretgarden.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />This last photo I like to call "Secret Garden." ;)<br /><br />I hope you all enjoyed part two of this shoot.... This is the first photoshoot of many with Emily this year!<br /><br />Xx Katie LuFab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-90316984864222618652010-09-29T14:35:00.000-07:002010-10-03T15:19:57.743-07:00"Hit or Miss" at Jil Sander<div></div>This season the Jil Sander collection left me with mixed feelings. Half of the collection was beautifully designed with flattering silhouettes and bold colors. The other half of the collection was composed of floor length dresses with zero structure whatsoever. These dresses seemed as wide as they were long (the horizontal stripes didn't help), and even looked unflattering on the runway models!!<br /><br />As I looked through the runway images my opinions for each look became very polarized. Basically, they were either a "hit" or a "miss". Here is a little of what was going through my head:<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=hit3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/hit3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Hit! I love the splash of color on the white dress....gorgeous.....<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=miss4.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/miss4.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Miss! This pastel color has potential, but the shape of the dress is just...a blob.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=hit2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/hit2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Hit! This collection is clear evidence that vertical stripes work wonders and elongate the body whereas chunky horizontals can be a bit unflattering. Here's what I mean....<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=miss3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/miss3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Miss!!! This dress DROWNS the model. People with thinner frames are usually the exception when it comes to wearing horizontal stripes, but not in this case. The only redeeming quality is the lip color.<br /><br />But no worries, for every action there's an equal but opposite reaction....<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=hit4.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/hit4.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />HIT! I love the nontraditional shape of this dress. Some may think the design is unflattering but I think it's intriguing and Shena can really pull it off. The tangerine color works amazingly with her skin color!!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=miss5.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/miss5.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Miss! Too much fabric, no structure. Where's the body underneath?<br /><br />Ok, I'll end it on a positive note:<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=hit-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/hit-1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />This was my favorite outfit of the show. I love the combination of vertical/horizontal stripes, as well as the light pink color paired with black. The top is dark and sexy (Sheer tends to bring sexiness to any outfit), and the bottom is feminine and conservative. The outfit is one big juxtaposition and I love it.<br /><br />Do you agree with me? How do you feel about this collection?<br /><br />xx, MeggasusFab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-19466309797012049202010-09-26T21:16:00.001-07:002010-09-27T20:42:30.768-07:00Emily and I Reunite for a Shoot in the Fenway Gardens!Being back in Boston this fall has been excellent...one of the things I missed most over the summer were my blog photoshoots with our blog photographer, the lovely and talented Miss Emily Tebbetts! It was a happy reunion :) Of course we got to shooting right away in on of our old favorite spots... The Fenway Victory Gardens! Each individual garden is like its own little world, each one very unique and eclectic... full of inspiration, perfect for our first photoshoot of the year!<br /><br />My lace top and black shorts are from Forever21 and the army green tank underneath is a thrift store find!<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=gardenpatriotic.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/gardenpatriotic.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />I like the touch of patriotism in this photo with the mini American flag... Perfect for the historic setting of the shoot!<br /><br />Here are a few others....<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=gardensunflower.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/gardensunflower.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />The earrings I am wearing are from a street fair Meggasus and I went to in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho this summer.<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=gardenedgy.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/gardenedgy.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=GardenUnderArch.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/GardenUnderArch.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />This rose covered archway belonged to a older Russian lady with a lovely, Russian accent. She was kind enough to invite us into her garden to take a look around! She even let us take a few pictures and gave us advice on different angles and poses to use in her garden... Supposedly she used to be an actress in Russia back in the 1950s! Her story is one I would have liked to have heard more about....<br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=gardenyellowflowers.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/gardenyellowflowers.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Be sure to stayed tuned for the next half of this photoshoot which will be posted shortly!<br /><br />If you would like to see more of Emily's work... click <a href="http://www.o--tebem--o.deviantart.com/">HERE</a>.<br /><br />I hope you are all having a wonderful week so far!<br /><br />Xx Katie-LuFab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-77939078594789388492010-09-25T12:48:00.000-07:002010-09-25T20:35:24.118-07:00Alberta Ferretti Spring 2011 Collection: Stunning as AlwaysEver since I was 17 Katie-Lu and I have had this Alberta Ferretti ad photographed by Steven Meisel on our bedroom wall back in F-town.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=AlbertaFerrettiFallWinter200804.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 658px; height: 449px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/AlbertaFerrettiFallWinter200804.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Coincidentally, I once found myself sitting next to Siri Tollerod on the subway when I was heading to a Lacoste casting back in my modeling days. I instantly thought of this ad. (Siri is the 2nd girl on the left).<br /><br />Anway, I always love the Alberta Ferretti campaigns. Every season Alberta continues to impress me. Last season was no exception. Here is one image from the last campaign season.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=albertacampaign.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 606px; height: 410px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/albertacampaign.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />While checking style.com for the most recent runway images for this spring, the Alberta Ferretti collection really caught my eye and did not fail to meet my expectations: feminine and gorgeous.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=alberta4.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/alberta4.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=alberta3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/alberta3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=alberta1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/alberta1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=alberta2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/alberta2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />My favorite part of this collection was how the dresses alternated with horizontal blocks of sheer chiffon and silky/metallic fabrics. This gave the clothing a very delicate look, but with a modern twist. The colors of the fabric, as well as the floral patterns are very beautiful and compliment the soft, flowing silhouettes. All in all, the collection was absolutely stunning.<br /><br />xx MeggasusFab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-82332246253038153522010-09-15T17:11:00.000-07:002010-09-17T08:50:08.888-07:00Kitten Heels- A Blessing for Tall Amazons!As a girl who is 5'10'' it took me a long time to finally feel comfortable wearing high heals. Back in the awkward middle school days I avoided them at all costs. I never wanted to wear them because I was already about a good 6 inches taller than most of the guys in my grade... It also didn't help that I had acne and thick bangs and didn't want to be noticed! Anyways, my point is that I wish kitten heels were as popular back then as they are now... For those who don't know, kitten heels are trendy shoes with heels that are only about 1.5 to 2 inches tall... These mini heels were popping up all over the runways this season! (see Prada, Giambattista, Marni etc.) Perfect for those tall amazons who have not yet learned how to embrace their height, but still want to feel and look sexy!<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=kitten-heelsCHarlesJourdanShoewawa.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 581px; height: 439px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/kitten-heelsCHarlesJourdanShoewawa.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br />The color of these are stunning. Steve Madden.... always a win!<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=kittenheel1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/kittenheel1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />These by Givenchy are my favorite!<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=kittenheelsgivenchy.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/kittenheelsgivenchy.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />These Lanvin's look like simple ballet flats.... but with more style because of the added mini heel ;)<br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=lanvingreyblue.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 408px; height: 611px;" src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/lanvingreyblue.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=kittenheelsMathildeFrachonmarcbymarcjacobs.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/kittenheelsMathildeFrachonmarcbymarcjacobs.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />They may be baby heels...but dont let that fool you! I have a pair myself and they tend to slip and slide a bit. Check out this picture of Mathilde Franchon in the Marc by Marc Jacobs show! ahh!<br /><br />xx Katie LuFab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-21876561935922846592010-09-13T20:46:00.000-07:002010-09-13T21:37:51.565-07:00Tommy Hilfiger Celebrates 25 YearsI love the Tommy Hilfiger collection this season. Maybe I'm just a sucker for his classic, all-American, prepster style but honestly, you can't blame me. I have lived in Connecticut my entire life.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=hilfig4.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/hilfig4.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />This "twisted country club' themed show marks Hilfiger's 25th year in the business. What I love about the Tommy Hilfiger brand is that it was probably the first designer whose clothes I could easily point out without checking the tag as a kid. This is because the Hilfiger label is distinct and loyal to its image. Some may think that Hilfiger's designs have been repetitive season after season, but to me the constant clean cut style is reliable and comforting. It is a company I can trust.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=hilfig2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/hilfig2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=hilfig1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/hilfig1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=hilfiger.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/hilfiger.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />However, Style.com mentions how the newest addition to the label, designer Peter Som, has mixed things up a bit by merging some of his quirky style into the collection. I welcome this change because the label has maintained its Tommy vibe. In my opinion, Peter Som is a perfect match for the brand. Som seems to embrace the prep look with his own label as well. This season the Tommy brand just has a more electric color scheme and seems to cater to a younger consumer. Otherwise, the 25th anniversary show still proved to be classic Tommy, through and through.<br /><br />Take a look at the show below :)<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><object width="640" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/alEtBAV6ILU?fs=1&hl=en_US"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/alEtBAV6ILU?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="640" height="385"></embed></object><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">I hope you are enjoying fashion week as much as I am!<br /><br />xox Meggasus<br /></div><br /><br /><br /></div>Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7995639489614545799.post-55297794060868085642010-09-11T16:44:00.000-07:002010-09-12T16:35:03.366-07:00Scuba Diver Chic at Ohne TitelMaybe it's the swimmer in me, but did anyone else think "scuba diving" when they saw the Spring 2011 Ohne Titel collection?<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=ohne1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/ohne1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Opening with Cat McNeil in the neoprene bodysuit just made me think of dolphin trainers at Sea World. I love the creativity behind the body suits, but I just cant help associating them with water sports.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=ohne3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/ohne3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/?action=view&current=ohne2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af1/meggasus/ohne2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />Overall, the collection has a very sporty vibe. The color blocking and tight buns adds to this effect. I give Alexa Adams and Flora Gill (the designers behind Ohne Titel) props for thinking outside of the box and making a memorable collection but will it be remembered for the right reasons?<br /><br />What are your thoughts? Are you diggin' scuba chic?Fab Fivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14640153721616675834noreply@blogger.com6