As we unpack our suitcases and realize how that 8 a.m. will be more of a struggle than realized, the last thing to be concerned with is New Years’ resolutions. But alas, they can be opportunities to re-evaluate yourself. If you make resolutions religiously, then question the success rate you have achieved over the past few years. A word of warning to those who make New Years … [Read more...] about Resolve not to stress over resolutions
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Ukraine Fashion Week
Art by Sacha IrickModels run in stilettos, seamstresses make the final stitch and designers cross their fingers. It’s Fashion Week! But you’ll never guess where: Kiev, Ukraine.Launched on March 14 and ending today, Ukraine Fashion Week (UFW) featured more than 40 local designers, according to Sim Sim Wissgott’s March 13 Yahoo news article about Ukraine Fashion … [Read more...] about Ukraine Fashion Week
International fashion fair brings the runway to Chile
Photo Courtesy of www.ifschile.cl Congratulations Chile, and welcome to the party. Chile has decided enough with all this Euro talk. Chile will host its first-ever fashion show on June 10 at the nation’s capital of Santiago. As part of a three-day International Fashion Show (IFS), the first edition of the International Fashion Fair will showcase major European brands to … [Read more...] about International fashion fair brings the runway to Chile
Presidential fashion shapes history
A presidential tradition began at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History on Jan. 14. First lady Michelle Obama’s second inaugural gown is displayed to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the “First Ladies” exhibition at the Smithsonian. Custom-made by the renowned designer Jason Wu, the ruby-red halter gown shimmered onto the stage as President Barack Obama … [Read more...] about Presidential fashion shapes history
Dress like a mentor, not a peer
Art by Sacha Irick Does your professor own a pair of Urban Outfitters jeans that are identical to yours? I have no objections to professors wearing jeans or shopping at Urban Outfitters. However, the simple fact is that a professor should dress the part — the word professor stems from the word professional, after all. For you professors who are new to the game, you may … [Read more...] about Dress like a mentor, not a peer