Senin, 30 November 2009

2010 Prom Dresses - What's Hot For Prom

From beads and jewel tones to lame and classic black, there are many styles of prom dresses to love for 2010.

In fashion, most trends are gone before you know it. Luckily, that's not necessarily the case with prom dresses. Although each new season has its own stars, most prom dresses stay in style for a long time, with a few minor changes. Here are the trends that are shaping up to be the hits of the 2010 prom season.

Beads Indeed

Beads add pizazz to any dress, and whether they're used sparingly or liberally, they're showing up everywhere for prom 2010.

Serious Shine

You can't go wrong with a lame prom dress. Whether you opt for pink, red, gold, silver or black, lame is hot, hot, hot!

Bright is the New Black

Want to stand out in a sea of black? Wear a boldly colored prom dress. From brilliant blue to deep red, a brightly-colored dress will make it your night to shine.

Sleek Chic

Curve-hugging styles (as seen on the red carpet) are just as hot for prom 2010 as they are for celebrities.

Fashion Flair

Let your glamorous side out to play in a dress that that's all about making you the star. Sequin, beads, metallic fabric - it's all good for prom!

Golden Girl

Nothing matches the elegance and simplicity of gold...and luckily, you'll see lots of it this year.

Bold Print

One of the freshest trends is the influx of prints. Whether you choose floral or graphic or somewhere in between, a prom dress that bears a print is sure to get you lots of attention.

Short Story

Do you have a fondness for short dresses? You're in luck! Short prom dresses are gaining more and more attention and make unique alternatives for your special night.

White On

Tired of black dresses? Go to the other extreme by wearing white! White is a timeless and elegant choice that will never steer you wrong.

Think Pink

What's a prom without pink dresses! If you truly want to feel like a princess, pink might be the way to go. From frilly to sleek, a pink prom dress will make you look and feel like royalty.

Almost anything goes for prom dresses in 2010. Choose one based on what you like and what looks good on you, but above all, choose the one that makes you feel special.

Minggu, 29 November 2009

Tips for Putting Together a Modeling Website Part 2


So you want to put together a modeling website. Great, I’ve done it and I can help point you in the right direction! There is more than one way to go about this process but since I can only speak for myself, this post is going to deal with information that I found to be useful in starting my website (www.daniadenise.com).

The following are basic steps that need to be taken in order for your website to go live on the Web:

Step 1: Get a Domain Name. Your domain name is the actual name of your website/URL. Make sure you have a domain name that is easy to remember and isn’t too long. There are many web hosting and domain name services that will show you how to do this. Go for the best price and make sure your domain name is available. If it is taken you’ll have to find a different variation. Make sure you go with a .com extension instead of a .org or other type. Don’t worry about buying a domain name with different extensions either. All you need is a .com. You can pay for your domain name annually or to save money you can pay a one-time sum amount, which will have you paid up for the next few years in advance.

Step 2: Get Web Hosting.
In order to have a website, you need to have a web hosting service. This is where your website will be uploaded and published to the Web. Web hosting services offer all kinds of tools to help your website stand out. To kill two birds with one stone and make it easier on your wallet, it is helpful to have your domain name and your web hosting services with the same company. I personally use and love www.godaddy.com. They have cheap domain names and hosting services and I’ve had nothing but great customer service experiences.

Step 3: Get Your Website Together. There are a number of ways you can go about this. There are some websites that allow you to build as you go and don’t require any knowledge of coding or any other graphic design skills. An example of such a site is: www.homestead.com. These sites also offer web hosting and domain names as well so you can have everything all in one place. Prices depend on what membership plan you choose.

Another way to get a website put together is to hire a graphic designer to create one for you. I will say, however, that this is one of the most expensive methods. Graphic designers do great work but it’s hard, tedious work. There are some graphic designers who may charge on the lower end—especially given the economy these days—but don’t be surprised if a graphic designer offers rates starting at $2,000 or higher. If you go for this option, the graphic designer will be your to-go person for everything and that includes updating your content and/or images. That could involve additional fees. Remember, this is their business, which is why they charge extra for certain features and operate the way they do. Be sure the person you hire is trustworthy. If you lose touch with your graphic designer or he/she just ups and disappears, you won’t be able to do anything with your website unless you have access to the files and other documents needed for the website to function.

The next method you can turn to, which I currently use and recommend, is to purchase a premade website template and then customize it. This is one of the most affordable and convenient ways to create your website. For my modeling website, I simply went to www.flash-website-templates.net and browsed around until I found a modeling template that I liked. Then I purchased it for $60. And trust me, that is a good deal! Most of the templates range from $40-150, depending on the style and complexity of the template design and it’s a one-time fee so once you purchase your template you don’t have to pay any other membership or annual fees. Once I had my template, I used Photoshop to customize the pages. I swapped out the content and the images for my own. I don’t have any coding experience so after I had my Photoshop documents customized I hired a friend, who is a graphic designer, to code the pages and upload the files to my web hosting account. Then I was live on the Web and good to go. If you choose the template option, it is helpful if you know Photoshop—if you don’t, you’ll have to find someone who does. The best way to remedy this problem is to have the template customized for you by the website that you purchased the template from. For example, the website where I purchased my template from will put together your template for you with your content and images for under $200. That means you can have a fully functioning website for much, much less than other alternatives.

If you’re interested in this third option and want to know more information, email me: daniadenise@gmail.com. I customize website templates as part of my art business so if you would like to pursue this option, I’d be more than happy to help you out.

Tips for Putting Together a Modeling Website Part 1


Whether you have agency representation or not or are a freelance model, it never hurts to have a website. It's so easy to network with someone and simply say, "You should check out my website. It's..." What better way to get attention and show people that you're serious? And these days just about everyone is online at one point or another so having a website gives you additional exposure and can lead to your own online fanbase.

So what should go on your site? Well, that all depends on you, the model. If you do runway and fashion, you're going to want to showcase that on your site. Your website's images and content should reflect the work you do, as well as show your diversity. The essential components for a web page include, but are not limited to: Welcome Page, Home Page, Bio, Resume, Gallery and Contact Page.

When it comes to your bio, I suggest you avoid using "I", "We", etc. The content of your site looks more official when written in third person--even if it's you who is writing it. It may seem silly but it will all make sense for the people reading it. You can talk about anything but it should be related to your modeling career. What do you want the public to know about you? Maybe you just want to talk about your modeling career. Or you can tie in your personal life, where you were born, etc. It's entirely up to you. But make sure that what you write about won't put people to sleep (you can say you love animals, but it's not necessary to include the names of your cats and their favorite foods). Be concise and get to the point. Use this page to make yourself stand out and make people want to get to know you. Any written content on your website should be completely free of typos, misspellings and grammatical errors. If writing isn’t your strong point, have someone help you. Have your content proofread and edited before putting it on your website. Nothing looks worse than having misspelled words or an awkwardly written sentence on your website. If you’re going to do a modeling website, do it right!

Use only your best images in your photo gallery/portfolio page...no camera phone pictures and make sure that they are good quality (hi resolution is best so the images don’t look blurred or pixelated). Tearsheets should have priority in your gallery. If you don't have such pictures, I would advise getting a TFP together or some other type of shoot before putting together your website. I recommend having between four to five different looks in your photo gallery. This will allow potential clients to see the range of work you do. Avoiding having more than 1-2 images from the same look.

On the contact page, be sure to create an email that is formal--no bootylicious204@aol.com type of addresses! Avoid putting your phone number/cell number on your website as well as your home address (especially if you are underage). The main information that should appear on your contact page is an email address and/or links to other sites like Facebook, Myspace, etc. (if you have an agent, you should list the agency’s contact information as well as the phone number, direct email address and name of your booker). The last thing you need are telemarketers or creepy characters calling you at all hours of the day or night—or knowing where you live. Yikes. If someone is really interested in hiring you, they will email you. Or you can get a P.O. Box if you want to receive fan mail or other correspondence from clients.

In addition to a photo gallery, it's also helpful to include your modeling resume if you have one. This gives you credibility when it comes to what projects you've done and who you've been involved with. If you’re new and don’t have a resume, don’t worry about it at this point.

Have fun with your website. Showcase your personality as well as your looks. Use your website to introduce yourself to potential clients as well as potential fans. Let them know about you as a person in your bio or home page. But by all means, do NOT dress up your website with Myspace type of elements such as multicolored text, glittery images and photos of your friends and family...Your modeling website is your official calling card to the world, so keep it professional and make it all about you!

Rabu, 25 November 2009

Sexy and Sheer Lingerie Sets - Whatever Your Figure

Matching lingerie sets range from sheer lingerie sets to flirty boy shorts options. Matching lingerie adds style and sex appeal to any look. However, the range of available styles can make it difficult to know how to begin. Provided here is guide to sheer lingerie sets and other popular styles of matching lingerie.

Sheer Lingerie

Matching sheer lingerie creates a definite sexy look. Choose a bra and panties set in mesh or lace or perhaps a chemise and panties in a sheer nylon fabric. For a bold look, consider a sheer camisole with matching thong or g-string. Sheer lingerie is extremely popular in today's market, making it easy to create a set that works for you.

Bra and Panties Sets

Matching bra and panties sets are easy to find. Choices for these sets range from sheer lace or fishnet to more exotic lingerie options. Consider a velvet set for elegance or a cotton bikini set for flirty good looks and ultimate comfort.

Fun and Flirty

If your tastes run more to the fun and flirty than to the risqué, you will find matching lingerie sets that meet your needs. Consider a soft tank top paired with cute boy shorts. Or perhaps you would prefer cotton bikini panties matched with a halter top or sports bra. It is possible to find matching sets bearing fun patterns or cute logos.

Exotic Lingerie

If your tastes are on the exotic side, look for lingerie sets that are more unique. Consider a corset or bustier with matching panties. Look for fur trim, sequins or other exotic detailing elements on whatever lingerie items you select.

Finding Matching Lingerie Sets

Some lingerie is designed and sold in sets. Bras and panties are often sold this way. This is a great way to pick up some matching lingerie quickly and easily. However, if you would like to widen your options, consider putting together your own sets instead. Look for pieces that have something in common. Matching colours, design features and trim are just a few of the elements to look for when designing when your own matching lingerie.

Accessories

In order to create a complete matching lingerie set, look for accessories that will complete the outfit. A sheer wrap in a similar colour adds both sex appeal and drama to virtually any lingerie set. For a flirty look, consider a short (mid-thigh or shorter) robe in a jewel tone silk or satin. Don't forget shoes. A pair of old-fashioned high heeled bedroom slippers adds a beautiful touch to any matching lingerie set.

A matching lingerie set is a terrific way to add an element of elegance to your lingerie choices. Purchase sets that were designed to match or branch out to create your own set. From the sexy elegance of a sheer lingerie set to the flirty comfort of boy shorts, you can find a set that is right for you.

Senin, 23 November 2009

Christmas Party Dresses - The Little Black Dress

The Autumn Winter 2006 catwalks from Paris to Milan to London black rules! On its own, paired with jewel tones or neutrals, black is the background on which many outfits are built. Not surprising though as black is visually slimming.

Black is by far the safest color you could wear for any occasion. A black dress is about the most versatile piece of clothing you own. It goes with anything and in many ways, an LBD is like a blank canvas. It can look subtle, paired with a neutral jacket, or ultra-glamorous on its own with chunky earrings, a bag, shoes and a belt studded with jewel toned rhinestones.

Throw on a gauzy shawl for an ethereal look. Wear it with pearls for a ladylike look. That little black dress is like a chameleon. It switches from day to night, from demure, to sexy with a switch of accessories.

Wear it to the office with a gray jacket and pumps and stud earrings. At the end of the day, take off the jacket, switch to chandelier earrings and stillettos, touch up your makeup for the Christmas party at night, or a dinner date.

When it comes to the party season, that little black dress can give you a different look for every party you attend. Change your hairstyle with each combination and wear your makeup differently each time for a completely different look.

Here are some ideas.

  1. Wear your black dress with a gold chain belt and an armful of gold bangles and gold hoop earrings. Finish off with black or gold kitten heels.
  2. Wear the dress with a jewel toned short jacket and opaque stockings and high heel shoes.
  3. Wear your dress with sandals and chandelier earrings and a belt studded with jewel colored gemstones.
  4. Wear the little black dress with a strand of pearls. Drape a lace white shawl over your shoulders and wear stiletto heels.
  5. Wear the dress on its own with boots and leather bracelets and piercings.
  6. Wear the dress with shoulder length earrings and put your hair up in a chignon. Wear the highest heeled sandals you can find.
  7. Wear the black dress with ribbons around your waist and a stunning necklace with matching earrings and ballet pumps.

Jumat, 20 November 2009

Jakarta Fashion


Jakarta Fashion Week 09/10 : The Mazda Show


the ticket


intan, numa and me : front row rule!


us


numa and me, in front of esmod booth

pada tanggal 17 november selasa kemarin, saya hadir di the 2nd jakarta fashion week 09/10. the mazda show was awesome, menampilkan 3 perancang muda berbakat yaitu stella risa, jefrey tan dan mel ahyar. saya benar-benar merasa bangga dengan mode indonesia yang sangat berkembang pesat, dengan di adakannya Jakarta Fashion Week yang kedua ini, merupakan bukti bahwa fashion scene Indonesia, salah satu yang harus diperhitungkan di Asia. JFW tahun ini, menampilkan 60 perancang busana Indonesia yang tergabung dalam APPMI dan IPMI, juga menampilkan beberapa desainer mode dari negeri tetangga, salah satunya India. I think their all great, but i think Jefrey Tan collection is best on the bunch.


the designers : Jefrey tan, Stella Risa and Mel Ahyar


Mel Ahyar


Stella Risa


Jefrey tan


the designers and the models : finale


muara bagdja, wellknown fashion journalist (in white)


harper's bazaar indonesia team : dien tirto buwono and dewi utari (3 from the right)



nicoline paricia malina (in yellow) wellknown fashion photographer and deli makmur (in her left side)



the crowd

The Art of a Bikini Model

A Bikini Model is usually very attractive, vibrant, and sexy! She is shapely and loves to show off her well proportioned body! You will find Bikini Models are filled with confidence, mostly because they work very hard to keep in shape, if they did not it would show! People judge a bikini model on posture, body shape, confidence, personality, and overall style!

Bikini Models should look energetic, healthy and have a great attitude. Another very important element is a great swimsuit, it has to fit her just right or she will not look good, and the product will not look it's best either! A Bikini Model should pay attention to styles, patterns, shapes, and color including current trends and styles. Bikini Models must be able to wear a one piece swimsuit or a two piece bikini. A Model should always look relaxed and enjoy the time she is spending modeling. Models are known by their attitude and conduct they display at a photo session! Bikini models and photographers are known to travel all over world to capture the best possible photo at the most beautiful location!

Bikini Models most often like to show off their figure, and will pose in many interesting and different ways. All Models are required to go through various photo shoots to create a professional modeling portfolio. Putting together a models portfolio is an absolute must! When you go see a Photographer for help in creating a portfolio, you should be ready to do a test shoot, also bring your portfolio with you if you have one!

Trust me a Professional Portfolio is the best investment you will ever make. Be sure to include your best images, quality over quantity is rule #1, when it comes to a Portfolio. Include a Bio, with your stats, and contact information. Understand the competition will have spent the time and effort to show their best work, so you need to do the same! Also something for you to take note of, the minimum height of a bikini model is about 5'2" however you can be as tall as 6' in most cases.

Keeping a positive attitude is very important, always have a smiling on your face when meeting with a photographer or casting director. Remember all eyes are on you, so when walking show good posture; this is the key to your success. Remain confident continue to look for that big break, there are opportunities to become a successful and professional Bikini Model. Always have your goal in mind and one day you maybe the next Super Model.

Rabu, 18 November 2009

Thin Models at Fashion Shows

Fashion shows are a means where fashion designers get to show off his or her latest designs to the world. The pioneer American fashion show took place in 1903 in the Ehrlich Brothers store located in New York City.

Fashion : runway garments from the fall/winter and spring collections of the top ten powerful and influential couturiers, are being explored and encouraging the fashion of Paris today. Fashion has always been a means to show off one's personal statement and a means of self-expression.

Models : These models are often seen at the dressing rooms changing their clothes all the time to feature and showcase the different lines of clothing that the designers have designed. These models are supposed to be pictures of happiness and good health so that the viewers will be encouraged to wear their clothes. But since, there has been a surge of anorexic like thin models. It has been acknowledged that there really is a dilemma with eating disorders among the fashion models so they recommend a health awareness and health education programs for them. Denise, chair of such inquiry stated that "During the investigation, evidence of the vulnerability of women in the modeling progression was startling and models are at high risk of eating disorders".

During a typical fashion event, these models work the runway wearing the clothes created by famous designers. Now, most teenage girls determine that thin is pretty, so if they want to be pretty, they have to be thin. What they do not know is that all they have to do is just maintain a good healthy body weight.

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Jumat, 13 November 2009

Stylish Underwear

Spring mood encourages you in your wish to feel yourself like a real woman – after all these nice, but heavy and clumsy fur-coats, long coats, stout jackets. Majority of women develop completely crazy activity while the first beams of really bright and hot spring sun. They buy tons of cosmetics that can refresh and rejuvenate skin and hair, tired after winter; choose stylish news and learn the most fashionable diets, to be able to put on this news of designer art.

And of course, blood, boiling up in foreboding of love languor, makes us look at shelves and stands with the most extravagant novelties of underwear manufacturers. We feel like a real woman not due to a carmine lipstick or a coat fitting in the waist with flounces around lap. Only a feeling of a delicate, almost weightless lace on our slender after diets body can present that kingly carriage and cheeky self-confidence, which we often can see in ladies on streets in spring.

Let’s follow in their footsteps and try to choose most actual models and styles for us, to seduce and be seduced with maximum killing effect.

And the first characteristic, which occurs to us, while seeing all these novelties, - is delicacy. Female underwear of a blossoming spring should be the most delicate, deprived of any aggressiveness and rush. This is like the first bra of an adult, but still young lady, who feels a woman inside of her only unconsciously.

In principle, in today’s underwear fashion we can see almost all colors of rainbow, from yellow to blue. And there is no special favour here, unlike recent time, when we were offered to wear only white or black underwear. Today these colors are definitely pressed back, and you can choose any tint in any color spectrum – warm or cold.

The only difference is that all these colors look like diluted by milk, degraded, softened will the most delicate tints. If it is yellow (like La Perla), it is resembles a color of butter. If dark-blue (like Wolford), then it awakes memories about clear winter gloamings. If pink, (like Rosapois), it copies tints of a tea-rose or a powder on slightly-tanned skin. In general, regardless of your preferred color for lacy underwear, you can bravely buy it under only condition – it will be in pastel shades.

A stress is on the word “lacy”, as actual underwear should be delicate not only in tints, nut also texture. And what can be more delicate than lace? Even if you would like to choose something, say, made of more elegant and feminine satin, remember, - there should be lacy insets in it definitely.

By the way, various manufacturers have a lot of such models, as they want to satisfy this wonderful female customers’ taste both for mature feminity and sentimental naivety. Search your dream in Agent Provocateur, the same company La Perla, Vannina Vesperini. Here even if bras’ cups are made of plain satin, then they are either trimmed with lacy lags, or covered with gauzy lacy tulle. Moreover, lacy insets are appropriate almost on any segment both of satin bra and pants. And the more piquant this looks, the more interesting it is.

However, in general, such tricks are useless this spring. Choose lace – and you will win. Most pretentious, with the most complicated patterns and trimmings. And 100% hit is underwear of gauzy net with weaved flowers of different sizes. For example, Intimissimi brings this just to a logical end, when there is no space for imagination – offered sets are so gauzy, they look like weaved not even of haze, but just of misty air.

Sets of gauzy tulle with weaved big naturalistic flowers and even buds (Verde Veronica, Ritratti, Lise Charmel) and the ones decorated with delicate small buds on queer twigs on a delicate net (Wolford, La Perla Glamour) are equally actual.

Stress is on the word “set”. This is also a spirit of this spring – things should be paired and inseparable. If the same delicate little rose is blossoming on a light-pink satin between cups of your bra and on a slender hip of bikini-line – this will leave an indelible impression. By the way, patterns, embroideries and colors of underwear sets are often so queer and complicated today, than sometimes they look like elegant swim-suits. But no, you should not mix them up!

Of course, among prints on underwear, floral ones are first. Today a set with violets, roses, camomiles and even pansies are exact and all-prize choice. Dior chose big pink flowers on yellow background, D&G – rather small, but very florid bunches on a pearly-grey background, Etam – tiny, just little finger’s nail sized bunches, dispersed on light-emerald, almost opaque net.

All this resembles a so-called country style, which, probably, has claimed his right to this spring-summer season again, including outer clothing. But this does not mean at all that you should hung up only on roses-buttercups. Designers offer quite a wide choice not only of color spectrum, but also prints. Here you can see absolutely Scotch complicated chequered, and figure net of different forms, and stripes, and even predatory animal colors (but this is recherché).

If you still want to strike your loved one with an aggressive sexuality of your appearance on your intimate date and tell him everything you feel and expect from him at once, then you should choose bright scarlet flowers on black lace. Today there are lots of such offers (for example, from D&G). This is very erotic and at the same time filled with some healthy irony, and this distinguishes such sets to the better from absolutely uninhibited offers of some sex-shops.

Kamis, 12 November 2009

A Quick Look at Actual Modeling & Talent Agency Contracts


I've talked a lot about modeling contracts and I know that this almighty document is one that many of you aspiring models may be wondering about. Lucky for you, I was able to find some actual contracts that you can read. I will state, however, that each agency has its own modeling contract drawn up and not all of them contain the same things. The only way you can get a real modeling contract in your hands is to either work at an agency or be a model who is about to sign one. Other than that, the majority of agencies keep their contracts confidential, and with good reason--not only do they want to keep the terms of their working relationship with their models safe, they also don't want the competition to see it. Lots of legal stuff involved there.

I have a copy of a modeling contract, which is a SAMPLE--that means it isn't a contract from an existing agency--it's more so a template of what a typical contract will look like and a great way for you to get familiar with just what agencies expect of you. I have also included a contract from a talent agency, which is an actual contract from an existing agency--Cast Images, which is a talent agency in Northern California. Remember, talent agencies represent both models and actors and if you are interested in both, I highly recommended finding representation through a TALENT agency and not having an agent for each type of field. It's much more convenient and you'll only have to pay commission to one agency, not two.

The original link to this modeling agency contract can be found HERE:


SAMPLE MODELING CONTRACT





















The original talent agency contract can be found HERE:

TALENT AGENCY CONTRACT























 











Depending on the agency, some contracts can be as short as 1 page, while others can be many pages (my Ford contract was more than 10 pages!). When it's your turn to hold an actual contract in your hands, be sure to go over every single page and fully understand the content. Don't be afraid to ask questions, either. Make sure you know what you're signing! Just because you've looked at these contracts in this blog post, that doesn't necessarily mean you'll know exactly what the contract you'll be offered will contain.