Your my Obsession: Fashion Television celebrates it's 25th Anniversary!

For any Canadian fashionista, you are familiar with the '80's pop song 'Obsession' for it signifies non other than the legendary Canadian and longest running fashion show, Fashion Television. For years we have all enjoyed seeing Jeanne Beker make her way backstage between the most high profile haute couture shows and land the most coveted interviews.

Now, the show is celebrating it's silver anniversary with a momentous birthday bash to be held at CTV's downtown location at the famous Queen and John. Along with the soiree is to be the release of a commemorative magazine that documents the pinnacle and memorable moments of Fashion Television throughout their 25 stylish years.

Now if your invitation to the fashionable and fabulous gets lost in the mail, do not fret my friend because it will all be televised on CTV on September 12th, 2010 at 7pm.

Enjoy!

Amanda
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Fashion Gives Backs: Strut for a Cure

As the temperature rises and the summer approaches us, so does the array of summer time fashion events. This is year we have a charitable fashion event to kick off the summer season!

On Thursday, May 27th, 2010 we have Strut for a Cure, a fashion and music experience that features the looks of Todd Lynn, an appearance by Canadian supermodel, Coco Rocha with a musical performance by Dragonette. This fabulous experience will be hosted by none other than Canadian fashion legend, Jeanne Beker and it all goes to benefit the Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation, an organization that focusses on finding a cure for children's cancer.

This event will be accompanied by delicious cocktails and tasty treats. For more information click here and be sure to support this fabulous event for a fabulous cause!

Amanda

The Top Ten Commandments of Fashion, Shopping and Everything in Between

And here it is, the final commandments of the Amanda's Fashion Spot, Top Ten Commandments of Fashion, Shopping and Everything in Between. Read and enjoy,

9) Thou Shall Not Overindulge in Trendy Clothing Items and Accessories

Studded everything, acid-washed denim, plaid shirts, '80's neon and a whole lotta leather, all 'new' trends for the upcoming fall season. Each of these latest looks have some sort of appeal in their own special way. Leather leggings are tres hot with caged heels, brights colours are a great change and accent to neutrals with plaid shirts adding a casual appeal to your outfit. However, whenever trying something new you must, at times, proceed with caution. When wearing any trend, the best rule is to wear no more than two at a time at most, depending on what it may be. Wearing too many trends at once can overwhelm your look and make it appear as if the clothes are wearing you and nobody wants that. It also best to stick to trends in the form of an accessory, such as studded heels (gorgeous) or a hot pink handbag, to allow them to compliment your clothes. Now, this does not mean you cannot pick up that mini sequined dress a la Balmain, it just means that trends work best when they are worn in moderation, for a balanced outfit is always the best outfit. 

10) Thou Shall Work Hard If Thee Desires to Werk (It) in the Fashion Industry

I personally have had quite a bit of experience in the fashion industry. For the two years I was in fashion school I volunteered, worked in retail as well as interned and let me tell you, it was not always easy. I had a lot of late night sewing sessions and early morning buying lectures but in all honesty I enjoyed everything minute of it. I realized that if I wanted anything in life I had to work for it and work hard. As much as some of us may wish, nothing will not just fall in your lap, you must earn it. If you are an aspiring fashionista, do your research. Make sure your know designers, editors, models, photographers, etc. Attend industry events and volunteer to gain contacts to help build up your resume. It is a hard latter to climb, but once you reach the top it is all worth it!

So there you have it Amanda's Fashion Spot readers, the culmination of The Top Ten Commandments of Fashion, Shopping and Everything in-Between. Anytime any of you are having any fashion troubles, be sure to print it out and read it over for a little guidance. If any of you have any fashions tips or tricks, feel free to share in the comments section. If anyone has any fashion-related questions contact me at: amandasfashionspot@gmail.com and I will be there to aid your fashion wound. 

Last but not least remember that fashion is meant to fun, so good out there read those magazines, watch some Fashion Television and start shopping!

Amanda

Fashionable Tweets

For all you twitterers out there who also enjoy a relaxing afternoon reading a copy of  your favourite fashion magazine, ever wondered what someone such as, Lisa Tant has to tweet about? What about Rachel Zoe?

With the benefits of technology,  you can now read what your favourite fashionable insider has to write about all day, everyday. 

Check out, http://fashionism.ca/Fashion/Articles/fashion_insiders_twitter.htm and tweet away!

Amanda

A Day in the life of a Toronto Fashionista......

Ever wondered what it would be like to volunteer for LG Fashion Week? Read ahead to find out!

As a budding fashionista and proud Canadian, one can only imagine my excitement when I got the opportunity to volunteer at LG Fashion Week (formerly known as L’Oreal Fashion Week). It was February 2008 and I had been looking forward to the possibility of attending Canada’s premiere fashion event. Toronto’s fashion week was originated by the FDCC, an acronym for the Fashion Design Council of Canada, as a way to garner publicity and attention for Canada’s fashionably elite. LG Fashion Week aims to put Canadian fashion designers on the map and it has does an incredible job. Attracting the likes of Jeanne Bekker, Joseph Mimran, Nada Shephard and Shawn Husein, LG Fashion Week has definitely made itself the place to be for all things Canadian fashion.

I had so been looking forward to being a part of Toronto Fashion Week. I remember spending my Valentine’s Day sitting in front of the computer typing up my application to volunteer. I guess most people were celebrating the day of love with their sweethearts, but I felt my love for all things fashion satisfied me more. Passing up the opportunity to volunteer for LG Fashion Week was not possibility to me. The platform that it had created for Canada’s top fashion designers is something that had been very inspiring to me. Unfortunately, the last thing that Canada is known for is fashion and LG Fashion Week along with the FDCC assist with this by putting our Canadian talent on the map. It is events like this that make me realize why I love the fashion industry and why it is so important to support home grown talent.

It was now a grey February morning and as I followed with my daily routine of checking my e-mail, I saw an unread message and it was from none other than the FDCC! I opened the message and it was my volunteer schedule. I was to monitor the Fashion Environment and report to duty the very next day. The excitement bubbled up inside of me as I fantasized about all the fabulous clothes I would be able to see, the industry insiders I would be assisting and the gorgeous models strutting down the Canadian catwalk.

On my first day I helped with the set up the runway and main fashion environment at Nathan Phillips Square. I hustled down to the FDCC to package gift bags and assist with model fittings and got the chance to speak with one of the gorgeous models. It was a long day but definitely well worth it. After all, I was taking part in the hippest fashion event in town.

Finally the shows began. I fulfilled my duty as a LG Fashion Week volunteer that was to monitor the Fashion Environment. I picked garbage off of the floor, greeted guests and made sure the event ran smoothly. In between each of my tasks I couldn’t help but admire all the fashionable people that surrounded me. Toronto’s hottest fashionistas carried Gucci bags, wore the sleekest Louboutins and exuded style with their Prada sunglasses. The likes of Eva Avila, Stacey McKenzie and Iman mingled during the event and I could not believe that I was a part of it! Each fashion show played on a jumbo screen and I was able to watch Project Runway Canada winner Evan Bidell’s first fashion show. With all the fashion, excitement and fabulousness I was excited, overwhelmed and inspired all at the same time. Being a part of this made me realize that not only did I love the fashion industry but I belonged in it and the fact that this amazing event was held right in my hometown made me think, Oh Canada!
Amanda