Summer fun, anyone?
Ventura County Star: County News: "Collection of bottle caps gave hats a new look
By David Nankivell
July 31, 2006
As a kid, I became a collector of bottle caps. My only requirement was that each bottle cap must have ridges all around; no twist tops were allowed. I would take the caps and separate each metal cap from the cork gasket inside. If I did not damage the cork upon removal, I would place both the cap and cork in an old cigar box.
Whenever my father or mother shopped at a secondhand store in town, they'd watch for men's discarded hats — the fedora type. I was always delighted to get out my scout knife and carefully trim away the brim of the hat. Next, I cut all around the crown in staggered sawtooth fashion. I would retrieve the cigar box, and holding the crown of the hat in one hand, press the metal bottle cap hard against the material. Then I would reach inside the crown and reinstall the cork gasket inside the hat. I'd repeat this procedure until all the spaces on the felt crown were filled with bottle caps. Then, I'd curl up the serrated edge of the fedora and wear the creation as a beanie. People from everywhere heard of my collection, and I received countless bottle caps, even a few fedoras and the nickname 'Spike.'"
Monday, July 31, 2006
Sunday, July 30, 2006
Hats Checked Out
If you are interested in reading about the change in head wear fashion over the last 50+ years in North America, here's one woman's opinion.
HATS CHECKED OUT.... SOCIAL NERVOUS BREAKDOWN:
By: Dorothy Anne Seese
"Here in Arizona, and other places with strong sunlight, hats are a form of protection. Fashion has little to do with the choice to wear a hat. It's the ultraviolet index that determines the need for shielding the face from the sun.
News broadcasts that take a longshot of people on the streets of any moderate climate, or warm climate, show the general public in shorts or jeans, tee shirts or sweat shirts, tennies and fanny packs. In colder weather, there are parkas and wool knit beanies. If clothing is necessary to keep warm, it's worn. If there's any way to shed most of it, then people seem to wear the minimum allowed by law or their own sense of propriety.
It is a curious thing to contemplate, however, that when people wore 'occasion' clothes for work, dinner, parties and uniforms that were brass-button polished, we had a society that functioned well, a work ethic that made the nation prosperous, and a code of morality that gave us stronger homes and families.
Sloppiness might be the symptom of a social nervous breakdown. Perhaps it is also the acting-out of people who no longer care about anything but themselves.
It's also a curious thing that if politicians no longer can throw their hats in the ring ... what do they throw? I suspect they toss money into it, by way of television ads and yard signs.
And so went the hat rack, the way of the buggy whip and the roll top desk. I'm just not sure it signifies anything resembling progress.
'Published originally at EtherZone.com : republication allowed with this notice and hyperlink intact.'
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HATS CHECKED OUT.... SOCIAL NERVOUS BREAKDOWN:
By: Dorothy Anne Seese
"Here in Arizona, and other places with strong sunlight, hats are a form of protection. Fashion has little to do with the choice to wear a hat. It's the ultraviolet index that determines the need for shielding the face from the sun.
News broadcasts that take a longshot of people on the streets of any moderate climate, or warm climate, show the general public in shorts or jeans, tee shirts or sweat shirts, tennies and fanny packs. In colder weather, there are parkas and wool knit beanies. If clothing is necessary to keep warm, it's worn. If there's any way to shed most of it, then people seem to wear the minimum allowed by law or their own sense of propriety.
It is a curious thing to contemplate, however, that when people wore 'occasion' clothes for work, dinner, parties and uniforms that were brass-button polished, we had a society that functioned well, a work ethic that made the nation prosperous, and a code of morality that gave us stronger homes and families.
Sloppiness might be the symptom of a social nervous breakdown. Perhaps it is also the acting-out of people who no longer care about anything but themselves.
It's also a curious thing that if politicians no longer can throw their hats in the ring ... what do they throw? I suspect they toss money into it, by way of television ads and yard signs.
And so went the hat rack, the way of the buggy whip and the roll top desk. I'm just not sure it signifies anything resembling progress.
'Published originally at EtherZone.com : republication allowed with this notice and hyperlink intact.'
"
Mad dogs and Englishmen should stay out of the midday sun!
With record heat waves sweeping across many continents, we must do everything we can to protect our health. Thought you may find this article interesting.
Mad dogs and Englishmen should stay out of the midday sun!:
"The Director for Public Health and the Environment at the WHO, Dr. Maria Neira, says everyone needs some sun, but too much can be dangerous.
Dr. Neira says diseases from UV such as malignant melanomas, skin cancers and cataracts are almost entirely preventable through simple protective measures.
The WHO advises that people limit their time in the midday sun, wear protective clothing including hats and sunglasses, use sunscreen of sun protection factor 15 , and avoid sunlamps and tanning parlours.
"
Mad dogs and Englishmen should stay out of the midday sun!:
"The Director for Public Health and the Environment at the WHO, Dr. Maria Neira, says everyone needs some sun, but too much can be dangerous.
Dr. Neira says diseases from UV such as malignant melanomas, skin cancers and cataracts are almost entirely preventable through simple protective measures.
The WHO advises that people limit their time in the midday sun, wear protective clothing including hats and sunglasses, use sunscreen of sun protection factor 15 , and avoid sunlamps and tanning parlours.
"
The topper to track's first week
The topper to track's first week -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY:
"Lexie Childs of Burnt Hills won first place for ``Kreative Kids.'' Doreen Kent of Chesapeake, Va., won first in the ``Fashionably Saratoga'' category.
And Alex Ridder of Denver was awarded first place for the ``Uniquely Saratoga'' award.
Vivian Stallings of Albany didn't win -- she didn't even know there was a hat contest. The black straw-and-tulle number she wore was just one of her 100 or so hats. Dressed in black and pearls, she said she always strives to look good.
``I try to keep a little bit of femininity and dress like a lady when I go out,'' she said.
Pam Siegel, also of Albany, found her straw hat with the scarf and velvet flowers on the brim while in Chicago.
``I knew it was going to be a track hat,'' she said. She attends about half the race weekends, she said.
Sometimes hats aren't all about fashion … they're about practicality. As Siegel removed her hat to show the top, she self-consciously touched her head.
``Now you can see that my hair really looks bad -- that's why I really need a hat,'' she said.
But like many polite ladies, she exaggerated. Her hair, like her hat, looked just fine."
15th annual hat contest at Saratoga Race Course brings fashion in Spa City to a head |
| By ANNE MILLER, Staff writer |
"Lexie Childs of Burnt Hills won first place for ``Kreative Kids.'' Doreen Kent of Chesapeake, Va., won first in the ``Fashionably Saratoga'' category.
And Alex Ridder of Denver was awarded first place for the ``Uniquely Saratoga'' award.
Vivian Stallings of Albany didn't win -- she didn't even know there was a hat contest. The black straw-and-tulle number she wore was just one of her 100 or so hats. Dressed in black and pearls, she said she always strives to look good.
``I try to keep a little bit of femininity and dress like a lady when I go out,'' she said.
Pam Siegel, also of Albany, found her straw hat with the scarf and velvet flowers on the brim while in Chicago.
``I knew it was going to be a track hat,'' she said. She attends about half the race weekends, she said.
Sometimes hats aren't all about fashion … they're about practicality. As Siegel removed her hat to show the top, she self-consciously touched her head.
``Now you can see that my hair really looks bad -- that's why I really need a hat,'' she said.
But like many polite ladies, she exaggerated. Her hair, like her hat, looked just fine."
Saturday, July 29, 2006
Over the top
Philip Treacy is an icon! You must read the full article ... crafted to delightfully entertain. The show should appeal to all of his fans. Unfortunate that it is the only stop in North America.
Over the top (Metro Times Detroit):
by Glen Mannisto
"Not surprisingly, many of Treacy's hats are feathered phenomena inspired by his childhood — his parents raised pheasants, ducks and pea foul where he grew up in rural Galway, Ireland. In the elegant photographic documentation, Isabella herself favors some sort of endangered bird species. Sometimes the hats are quite literal, magnificent translations of birds. 'The Pheasant' is a streamlined sculpted bird form, a helmet with the tail feathers of a golden pheasant swept back over the forehead. In an image of Isabella wearing the hat, shot by 'pelt power' photographer Ellen von Unwerth, Isabella peers out less seductively than demurely, almost skittishly, like a retreating fowl. Issy is quoted as saying: 'I love the exotic Chinese cock in the country. I wear it. I eat it. I want to be buried in it.'
But Treacy's most outrageous hats are surreal riffs on historical objects and motifs. The 'Bicorne' hat, for example, is all about signifying feminine power. A splay of curled black antique feathers radiates from a black satin base, suggesting both a Native American war bonnet and the famed two-cornered helmet of Napoleon. In an ironically proper photo by bad boy Lord Snowden, Issy sports the Bicorne, her right hand thrust under a lurex coat by Irish designer Lainey Keough. She holds her heart, striking the classic Napoleonic pose. 'Queen Mary Toque' is a modest pleated play on the historically diverse toque that French magistrates and haute cuisine chefs wore. Treacy's toque sports a covertly erotic tuft of mink at its center, suggesting a different kind of magisterial power.
Some hats are even more theatrical, edging further from fashion toward performance art. 'The Ship' and 'Castle Hat' are both darkly reminiscent of the medieval and naval histories that shroud England's legacy. Treacy collaborated with London artist Simon Periton to make artsy head sculptures inspired by more recent history. Their 'Anarchy Hat' is a celebration of 'sabotage, anarchy and Isabella's love of the Sex Pistols' music.' On black neoprene, they crafted a logo representing anarchy and then wove a cap from the logos."
When Philip met Isabella runs through Aug. 27, at Cranbrook Art Museum, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills; 248-645-3323.
Over the top (Metro Times Detroit):
by Glen Mannisto
"Not surprisingly, many of Treacy's hats are feathered phenomena inspired by his childhood — his parents raised pheasants, ducks and pea foul where he grew up in rural Galway, Ireland. In the elegant photographic documentation, Isabella herself favors some sort of endangered bird species. Sometimes the hats are quite literal, magnificent translations of birds. 'The Pheasant' is a streamlined sculpted bird form, a helmet with the tail feathers of a golden pheasant swept back over the forehead. In an image of Isabella wearing the hat, shot by 'pelt power' photographer Ellen von Unwerth, Isabella peers out less seductively than demurely, almost skittishly, like a retreating fowl. Issy is quoted as saying: 'I love the exotic Chinese cock in the country. I wear it. I eat it. I want to be buried in it.'
But Treacy's most outrageous hats are surreal riffs on historical objects and motifs. The 'Bicorne' hat, for example, is all about signifying feminine power. A splay of curled black antique feathers radiates from a black satin base, suggesting both a Native American war bonnet and the famed two-cornered helmet of Napoleon. In an ironically proper photo by bad boy Lord Snowden, Issy sports the Bicorne, her right hand thrust under a lurex coat by Irish designer Lainey Keough. She holds her heart, striking the classic Napoleonic pose. 'Queen Mary Toque' is a modest pleated play on the historically diverse toque that French magistrates and haute cuisine chefs wore. Treacy's toque sports a covertly erotic tuft of mink at its center, suggesting a different kind of magisterial power.
Some hats are even more theatrical, edging further from fashion toward performance art. 'The Ship' and 'Castle Hat' are both darkly reminiscent of the medieval and naval histories that shroud England's legacy. Treacy collaborated with London artist Simon Periton to make artsy head sculptures inspired by more recent history. Their 'Anarchy Hat' is a celebration of 'sabotage, anarchy and Isabella's love of the Sex Pistols' music.' On black neoprene, they crafted a logo representing anarchy and then wove a cap from the logos."
When Philip met Isabella runs through Aug. 27, at Cranbrook Art Museum, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills; 248-645-3323.
Red Hat Society to host fund-raising fashion show
Red Hat Society to host fund-raising fashion show:
"Katie Duffey
Reporter
You have no doubt seen them all over the county. Whether they are antiquing, dining out or simply enjoying one another's company, you have seen them, bedecked in their large red fedoras and brassy purple outfits.
Generally speaking these ladies, all part of the growing, self-described 'dis-organization' of the Red Hat Society, are all about having a good time. However, for a few local Red Hatters, the time now is for helping others and for hosting a first, and hopefully an annual, style show benefiting the White County Food Pantry.
A Monticello resident and member of the Red Hot Montiladies chapter of the Red Hat Society, Linda Komacko was inspired to help out by a gift she and daughter Jennifer Ousley made last Christmas.
'Last year Jennifer and I bought as many Christmas presents as we could for the children of the food pantry, because winter time is always the worst time of year,' said Komacko.
'After we had done that, we decided that maybe we could do a fund-raiser, not only for Christmas, but also try to help raise money to help through the winter.'
Setting out to plan an event to benefit the food pantry, Komacko decided that in order to make a difference, she needed to enlist the help of her friends in red. Having worked with two local Red Hat Society Queens, Carol Wright and Sharon White, at the pantry, she thought it might be something the organization could lend a hand to.
'I work in the pantry, as do a lot of Red Hats, and I could see the need for help in the county just from my time there,' said Komacko. 'When we are working there we can see these people coming in that need help so badly, so I just thought that if we could help, why not?'
So while the Red Hat Society proclaims itself to be a group focused on having fun, these White County ladies are planning a style show, aimed at helping the children of the White County Food Pantry. Set for Sunday, Sept. 10 at the Tippecanoe Country Club, the day will begin at noon, and will feature styles from merchants all over the county."
"Katie Duffey
Reporter
You have no doubt seen them all over the county. Whether they are antiquing, dining out or simply enjoying one another's company, you have seen them, bedecked in their large red fedoras and brassy purple outfits.
Generally speaking these ladies, all part of the growing, self-described 'dis-organization' of the Red Hat Society, are all about having a good time. However, for a few local Red Hatters, the time now is for helping others and for hosting a first, and hopefully an annual, style show benefiting the White County Food Pantry.
A Monticello resident and member of the Red Hot Montiladies chapter of the Red Hat Society, Linda Komacko was inspired to help out by a gift she and daughter Jennifer Ousley made last Christmas.
'Last year Jennifer and I bought as many Christmas presents as we could for the children of the food pantry, because winter time is always the worst time of year,' said Komacko.
'After we had done that, we decided that maybe we could do a fund-raiser, not only for Christmas, but also try to help raise money to help through the winter.'
Setting out to plan an event to benefit the food pantry, Komacko decided that in order to make a difference, she needed to enlist the help of her friends in red. Having worked with two local Red Hat Society Queens, Carol Wright and Sharon White, at the pantry, she thought it might be something the organization could lend a hand to.
'I work in the pantry, as do a lot of Red Hats, and I could see the need for help in the county just from my time there,' said Komacko. 'When we are working there we can see these people coming in that need help so badly, so I just thought that if we could help, why not?'
So while the Red Hat Society proclaims itself to be a group focused on having fun, these White County ladies are planning a style show, aimed at helping the children of the White County Food Pantry. Set for Sunday, Sept. 10 at the Tippecanoe Country Club, the day will begin at noon, and will feature styles from merchants all over the county."
Designer Extraordinaire Cedric Bernard
The Nassau Guardian - www.thenassauguardian.com:
"By Nadine Thomas-Brown
In order to wear a creation by Cedric Bernard Johnson one needs confidence so as not to be out worn by the outfit. He is that good. His designs are bold and daring and his phenomenal headpieces have become his trademark. Cedric's designs have graced the backs of models, prom queens, wannabe pageant contestants and even the ordinary folk who want to stop people dead in their tracks or induce whiplash. His latest triumph was the peacock dress worn by Ms Commonwealth International 2006, Aquelle Plakaris. The dress was worn in the costume segment of the competition held in London and garnered rave reviews, Nadia Johnson was also given the privilege of wearing one of his gowns in the Ms Bahamas Universe competition. Macambla Smith, a contestant in the Mr Caribbean Bahamas 2006 Competition also wore Cedric Bernard throughout the competition wowing the crowd with the seamless creativity of his wardrobe. According to Cedric, there is hardly a pageant held which has not at one time or another utilized his pieces. As a designer, Cedric is without peer, this according to fans in the know. 'That he belongs to The Bahamas is indeed fortunate,' gushes yet another fan of the very talented Cedric.
Cedric has been constructing and designing since he was nine and says that he has had a clientele since he was in the seventh grade. He first learnt to sew at the feet of his mom who was a seamstress. Cedric says that his sewing talent and interest blossomed from watching her. He taught himself design, a feat which he is proud of because of the creativity which it inspires. He further explains that because he is not a trained designer he does not have to stick to any hard and fast rules of fashion and this frees him up to be as creative as he feels. His creations include haute couture garments (expensive high fashion pieces which are hand sewn with extreme attention to detail) for fashion shows as well as evening and prom garments, shoes, hats and other accessories for both men and women. 'I am not a simple designer when I aspire to create a garment I don't think simplicity. I start from simplicity but create a dramatic piece, a show stopper,' says Cedric. He says that the inspiration for his pieces comes from his personality which according to him is usually bright and colorful, outgoing and daring to be different. He says that while his personality drives his creativity he still tries to merge that with the needs of his clientele.
"
"By Nadine Thomas-Brown
In order to wear a creation by Cedric Bernard Johnson one needs confidence so as not to be out worn by the outfit. He is that good. His designs are bold and daring and his phenomenal headpieces have become his trademark. Cedric's designs have graced the backs of models, prom queens, wannabe pageant contestants and even the ordinary folk who want to stop people dead in their tracks or induce whiplash. His latest triumph was the peacock dress worn by Ms Commonwealth International 2006, Aquelle Plakaris. The dress was worn in the costume segment of the competition held in London and garnered rave reviews, Nadia Johnson was also given the privilege of wearing one of his gowns in the Ms Bahamas Universe competition. Macambla Smith, a contestant in the Mr Caribbean Bahamas 2006 Competition also wore Cedric Bernard throughout the competition wowing the crowd with the seamless creativity of his wardrobe. According to Cedric, there is hardly a pageant held which has not at one time or another utilized his pieces. As a designer, Cedric is without peer, this according to fans in the know. 'That he belongs to The Bahamas is indeed fortunate,' gushes yet another fan of the very talented Cedric.
Cedric has been constructing and designing since he was nine and says that he has had a clientele since he was in the seventh grade. He first learnt to sew at the feet of his mom who was a seamstress. Cedric says that his sewing talent and interest blossomed from watching her. He taught himself design, a feat which he is proud of because of the creativity which it inspires. He further explains that because he is not a trained designer he does not have to stick to any hard and fast rules of fashion and this frees him up to be as creative as he feels. His creations include haute couture garments (expensive high fashion pieces which are hand sewn with extreme attention to detail) for fashion shows as well as evening and prom garments, shoes, hats and other accessories for both men and women. 'I am not a simple designer when I aspire to create a garment I don't think simplicity. I start from simplicity but create a dramatic piece, a show stopper,' says Cedric. He says that the inspiration for his pieces comes from his personality which according to him is usually bright and colorful, outgoing and daring to be different. He says that while his personality drives his creativity he still tries to merge that with the needs of his clientele.
"
Friday, July 28, 2006
Anna Maria Nicolini e “L'arte di fare i cappelli”
Nove da Firenze - News di cronaca, sport, economia, aste immobiliari a Firenze e Toscana: "Anna Maria Nicolini e “L'arte di fare i cappelli”
1) Preparazione del feltro per la tiratura sulla forma
Il feltro, per poter essere tirato sulla forma, deve essere morbido ed elastico come la plastilina. Le due operazioni necessarie per raggiungere questo tipo di malleabilità sono la stesura dell'amido e la vaporizzazione.
2) Tiratura del feltro: la testa e l'ala
Il feltro deve essere appuntato con gli spilli alla forma di legno o sparterie con l'aiuto della vaporizzazione.
3) Seccatura del feltro sulla forma
Il feltro va fatto asciugare sopra una fonte di calore o in un apposito forno.
Sono le prime tre fasi del procedimento di fabbricazione di uno dei più noti e raffinati cappelli da uomo: il borsalino. A svelarci i segreti della lavorazione di questo come di altri cappelli altrettanto famosi è il volume di Anna Maria Nicolini, “L'arte di fare i cappelli” (Edizioni Polistampa, pp. 136, euro 15), il primo manuale pubblicato in Italia sulla modisteria, dalla storia e dalla tradizione di questo tipo di artigianato alle varie sue tecniche, fino all'indossatura.
L'autrice è tra le più apprezzate modiste ed esperte del settore, a livello internazionale. Nel libro, che presenta testi sia in italiano che in inglese, ella descrive le varie tecniche di lavorazione, gli strumenti di lavoro (allargateste, pinze, vaporiere.), i diversi tipi di materiali, tessuti e guarnizioni, avvalendosi anche di numerose fotografie a colori e di riproduzioni dei suoi modelli e schizzi di lavoro. 'Ogni momento della giornata ha il suo cappello - ci spiega la Nicolini - così come ogni cerimonia od occasione mondana'. Ma soprattutto il cappello da sempre, in ogni epoca della storia dell'uomo, ha rappresentato più che una semplice copertura della testa un vero e proprio status-symbol e una forma per comunicare il proprio modo di essere e il proprio stato d'animo: un mezzo per trasmettere la voglia di essere presenti e non passare inosservati."
1) Preparazione del feltro per la tiratura sulla forma
Il feltro, per poter essere tirato sulla forma, deve essere morbido ed elastico come la plastilina. Le due operazioni necessarie per raggiungere questo tipo di malleabilità sono la stesura dell'amido e la vaporizzazione.
2) Tiratura del feltro: la testa e l'ala
Il feltro deve essere appuntato con gli spilli alla forma di legno o sparterie con l'aiuto della vaporizzazione.
3) Seccatura del feltro sulla forma
Il feltro va fatto asciugare sopra una fonte di calore o in un apposito forno.
Sono le prime tre fasi del procedimento di fabbricazione di uno dei più noti e raffinati cappelli da uomo: il borsalino. A svelarci i segreti della lavorazione di questo come di altri cappelli altrettanto famosi è il volume di Anna Maria Nicolini, “L'arte di fare i cappelli” (Edizioni Polistampa, pp. 136, euro 15), il primo manuale pubblicato in Italia sulla modisteria, dalla storia e dalla tradizione di questo tipo di artigianato alle varie sue tecniche, fino all'indossatura.
L'autrice è tra le più apprezzate modiste ed esperte del settore, a livello internazionale. Nel libro, che presenta testi sia in italiano che in inglese, ella descrive le varie tecniche di lavorazione, gli strumenti di lavoro (allargateste, pinze, vaporiere.), i diversi tipi di materiali, tessuti e guarnizioni, avvalendosi anche di numerose fotografie a colori e di riproduzioni dei suoi modelli e schizzi di lavoro. 'Ogni momento della giornata ha il suo cappello - ci spiega la Nicolini - così come ogni cerimonia od occasione mondana'. Ma soprattutto il cappello da sempre, in ogni epoca della storia dell'uomo, ha rappresentato più che una semplice copertura della testa un vero e proprio status-symbol e una forma per comunicare il proprio modo di essere e il proprio stato d'animo: un mezzo per trasmettere la voglia di essere presenti e non passare inosservati."
Contes d'une nuit d'hiver
Le Vif: "HAUTE COUTURE
A l'heure où la mode est aux leggings, l'idée de génie vient de Karl Lagerfeld qui, pour le défilé haute couture hiver 06-07 de Chanel, a osé imaginer des cuissardes en jeans qui recouvrent la jambe sous de somptueuses robes rebrodées de fil d'or ou de pierres précieuses. Cette association inattendue du luxe et du casual traduit à la perfection l'essence d'une certaine modernité chic que Chanel capture à merveille depuis quelques saisons déjà. Karl Lagerfeld aime nous faire porter des robes ou des tailleurs sur des pantalons et on en redemande. Car son audace est admirablement maîtrisée et ne tombe jamais dans la vulgarité. Pour apprécier ses minirobes taillées pour des silhouettes à la Twiggy, accessoirisées de longues mitaines en jeans, de talons bijoux et de barrettes en perles posées sagement dans les cheveux, le port de lunettes solaires était, en ce 6 juillet dernier, deuxiéme jour des défilés haute couture parisiens, obligatoire."
A l'heure où la mode est aux leggings, l'idée de génie vient de Karl Lagerfeld qui, pour le défilé haute couture hiver 06-07 de Chanel, a osé imaginer des cuissardes en jeans qui recouvrent la jambe sous de somptueuses robes rebrodées de fil d'or ou de pierres précieuses. Cette association inattendue du luxe et du casual traduit à la perfection l'essence d'une certaine modernité chic que Chanel capture à merveille depuis quelques saisons déjà. Karl Lagerfeld aime nous faire porter des robes ou des tailleurs sur des pantalons et on en redemande. Car son audace est admirablement maîtrisée et ne tombe jamais dans la vulgarité. Pour apprécier ses minirobes taillées pour des silhouettes à la Twiggy, accessoirisées de longues mitaines en jeans, de talons bijoux et de barrettes en perles posées sagement dans les cheveux, le port de lunettes solaires était, en ce 6 juillet dernier, deuxiéme jour des défilés haute couture parisiens, obligatoire."
Glamour and excitement at Galway Races launch
Western People: Glamour and excitement at Galway Races launch:
"Another interesting feature day of the Festival is Mad Hatter Day on Sunday, August 6, which is sponsored by the Mercer Group. A day for Alice in millinery funderland, patrons are urged to cast their sartorial inhibitions aside, give free rein to their imagination and wear the most bizarre, surreal and fantastical headgear they can conjure up. The fabulous prizes on offer will surely galvanize even the shyest and most demure race-goer...and there are not many of those in Galway!
Prizes on the day will include luxury hotel breaks in Dublin, with a wad of cash to spend in the shops! In the childrens’ section of the competition, prizes will include a Playstation, IPOD and the latest Mobile Phone. There’ll also be goody bags and other treats, providing a real fun day out for all the family. "
"Another interesting feature day of the Festival is Mad Hatter Day on Sunday, August 6, which is sponsored by the Mercer Group. A day for Alice in millinery funderland, patrons are urged to cast their sartorial inhibitions aside, give free rein to their imagination and wear the most bizarre, surreal and fantastical headgear they can conjure up. The fabulous prizes on offer will surely galvanize even the shyest and most demure race-goer...and there are not many of those in Galway!
Prizes on the day will include luxury hotel breaks in Dublin, with a wad of cash to spend in the shops! In the childrens’ section of the competition, prizes will include a Playstation, IPOD and the latest Mobile Phone. There’ll also be goody bags and other treats, providing a real fun day out for all the family. "
Students told to use their loaf as bakers launch hat competition
"BAKERS Warburtons have teamed up with Leeds College of Art and Design to challenge students to submit fashion designs in support of their initiative to find the perfect hat for this year's Ebor race festival at York.
The students will be asked to submit their designs for a hat for the races by the end of July and a panel of judges at Warburtons will decide, which entry they feel best represents the family bakers and the fashion brief.
Once a winner is chosen that student will be tasked with creating the design for real."
Festivities mark track opening
Festivities mark track opening -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY:
"Friday
The Hats Off to Saratoga festival headlines the Spa's opening weekend with music, stars and, of course, hats. The festivities begin with music throughout the day and continue in downtown Saratoga Springs as dozens of musical acts line the streets beginning at 7 p.m.
Saturday
The 10th Annual Silks & Satins 5K run to benefit Special Olympics New York hits the pavement at East Avenue and George Street at 8 a.m. and winds its way through the city.
The 15th Annual Saratoga hat contest has three categories: Uniquely Saratoga, Fashionably Saratoga and Kreative Kids (for millinery minors). Registration begins at noon under the grandstand.
"
"Friday
The Hats Off to Saratoga festival headlines the Spa's opening weekend with music, stars and, of course, hats. The festivities begin with music throughout the day and continue in downtown Saratoga Springs as dozens of musical acts line the streets beginning at 7 p.m.
Saturday
The 10th Annual Silks & Satins 5K run to benefit Special Olympics New York hits the pavement at East Avenue and George Street at 8 a.m. and winds its way through the city.
The 15th Annual Saratoga hat contest has three categories: Uniquely Saratoga, Fashionably Saratoga and Kreative Kids (for millinery minors). Registration begins at noon under the grandstand.
"
A visit to Wild Horse Gulch
A visit to Wild Horse Gulch:
"Esther Morris's millinery shop shows cartwheel hats piled high with purple feathers and flowers and beautifully constructed fashions of the 1890s.
Tourists are tempted to try on costumes. There is a market for this type of merchandise for participants in parades, enactments and historical tableaus.
The old Land Office is manned by Bureau of Land Management personnel who give out posters, maps and information about Wyoming, including Devils Tower, the Tetons and Yellowstone National Park. Many posters of wild horses are distributed at no cost.
The haberdasher shapes cowboy hats and bands them with horsehair braids."
"Esther Morris's millinery shop shows cartwheel hats piled high with purple feathers and flowers and beautifully constructed fashions of the 1890s.
Tourists are tempted to try on costumes. There is a market for this type of merchandise for participants in parades, enactments and historical tableaus.
The old Land Office is manned by Bureau of Land Management personnel who give out posters, maps and information about Wyoming, including Devils Tower, the Tetons and Yellowstone National Park. Many posters of wild horses are distributed at no cost.
The haberdasher shapes cowboy hats and bands them with horsehair braids."
Well groomed for weddings
I don't care what those shoe-string consultants say, if you can't afford headwear, it's pretty obvious. Forget the glossies.
Scotsman.com Living - Well groomed for weddings:
"And to end the age-old debate of hat versus tamed mane, Kirsty says: 'Younger ladies are opting for silk flowers and clips in their hair as opposed to the hats which seems to be popular with more mature women. Again it's all about being feminine and understated, yet glamorous at the same time.'
Laura agrees. 'Get a good blow dry and avoid headwear. I don't care what those milliners say, when it comes to the modern wedding, it's pretty passe. How many people in those glossies do you see donning hats and fancy hair clips?'"
Scotsman.com Living - Well groomed for weddings:
"And to end the age-old debate of hat versus tamed mane, Kirsty says: 'Younger ladies are opting for silk flowers and clips in their hair as opposed to the hats which seems to be popular with more mature women. Again it's all about being feminine and understated, yet glamorous at the same time.'
Laura agrees. 'Get a good blow dry and avoid headwear. I don't care what those milliners say, when it comes to the modern wedding, it's pretty passe. How many people in those glossies do you see donning hats and fancy hair clips?'"
Thursday, July 27, 2006
All a flutter
EADT - All a flutter:
"“A lot of people do have a complete fear of wearing a hat and will say they've been forced to come here, but the more they try on the more they like it. They often end up surprising themselves by hiring a huge one!”
Carina says aqua hues have been popular this season, as well as cream “which is always a staple favourite as well as black. Navy is currently popular and all shades of pink sell well.”
Fascinators - the small, often feathered creations that perch precariously on ones head, often held in place with a comb or elastic strap - have also been popular.
“I think having the royals, especially the younger ones, in the news of late has made hats and fascinators more popular,” says Carina.
"
"“A lot of people do have a complete fear of wearing a hat and will say they've been forced to come here, but the more they try on the more they like it. They often end up surprising themselves by hiring a huge one!”
Carina says aqua hues have been popular this season, as well as cream “which is always a staple favourite as well as black. Navy is currently popular and all shades of pink sell well.”
Fascinators - the small, often feathered creations that perch precariously on ones head, often held in place with a comb or elastic strap - have also been popular.
“I think having the royals, especially the younger ones, in the news of late has made hats and fascinators more popular,” says Carina.
"
A memorable stop along life's parade
ContraCostaTimes.com | 07/22/2006 | A memorable stop along life's parade:
"Women my age have banded together, wearing big red hats and purple dresses; arriving en masse to their destinations, so as to be noticed. People notice a field of red and purple, but the individuals are lost in the blur of color.
My friend often shops for weeks, looking for exactly the right mesh hose to wear with each correctly chosen outfit, accessorized with perfect jewelry, for every occasion. I tell her 'Wear what is comfortable; nobody will notice.'"
"Women my age have banded together, wearing big red hats and purple dresses; arriving en masse to their destinations, so as to be noticed. People notice a field of red and purple, but the individuals are lost in the blur of color.
My friend often shops for weeks, looking for exactly the right mesh hose to wear with each correctly chosen outfit, accessorized with perfect jewelry, for every occasion. I tell her 'Wear what is comfortable; nobody will notice.'"
Laois Nationalist: Laois based designer is making heads turn
Another fine example of a personal milliner!
Laois Nationalist: Laois based designer is making heads turn:
" “I began designing headwear as it became obvious to me that many women have great difficulty finding unique accessories to complement their personalities and outfits. I began designing and handcrafting small subtle headpieces, which are very popular with people who are shy about head-wear but still feel their outfit needs an accessory to complete the image. I have since moved into designing more dramatic pieces and structured hats, as well as the more subtle headpieces, all of which are individually custom designed to suit each client.
“As the business has grown, I see a broad diverse range of women, each with different personalities and styles. I want all these women to love their headwear so my starting point is always to try to make it as beautiful as I can.” "
Laois Nationalist: Laois based designer is making heads turn:
" “I began designing headwear as it became obvious to me that many women have great difficulty finding unique accessories to complement their personalities and outfits. I began designing and handcrafting small subtle headpieces, which are very popular with people who are shy about head-wear but still feel their outfit needs an accessory to complete the image. I have since moved into designing more dramatic pieces and structured hats, as well as the more subtle headpieces, all of which are individually custom designed to suit each client.
“As the business has grown, I see a broad diverse range of women, each with different personalities and styles. I want all these women to love their headwear so my starting point is always to try to make it as beautiful as I can.” "
New Milford Spectrum New dress code adopted for New Milford students
A continuing fashion trend throughout North America!
New Milford Spectrum New dress code adopted for New Milford students:
"Member Dian Traisci-Marandola, the board’s Policy Subcommittee chairman, said the dress code policy was written “with the deepest respect for parents and students.
“There’s a real intent that this be implemented in an even-handed way,” Ms. Traisci-Marandola said, adding that administrators have been asked to provide feedback by November as to how the policy is working.
Mr. Vita agreed there needs to be consistency in applying the policy, commenting that “something that’s cute in kindergarten can be downright distracting” at the high school.
The policy states that all headwear is to be removed before entering school, and shirts and blouses must cover the tops of the shoulders and have no exposure of the waist, hip, midriff, or chest.
That means no tank tops or spaghetti straps or short belly exposing tops. Pajamas, slippers and other lounging attire would also not be permitted.
Skirts, shorts and dresses must go to at least mid-thigh, and pants are to be worn so they stay close to the waist.
Safe footwear is to be worn at all times but is not defined.
Body art, tattoos and jewelry that symbolizes gang membership or allegiance are against the rules. T-shirts with vulgar language or sexual symbols are also taboo, as are shirts advertising or promoting tobacco, drugs or alcohol.
Exceptions to the policy will be considered for medical reasons, special events, cultural beliefs or to promote school spirit, when designated by the principal.
— Lynda Wellman
"
New Milford Spectrum New dress code adopted for New Milford students:
"Member Dian Traisci-Marandola, the board’s Policy Subcommittee chairman, said the dress code policy was written “with the deepest respect for parents and students.
“There’s a real intent that this be implemented in an even-handed way,” Ms. Traisci-Marandola said, adding that administrators have been asked to provide feedback by November as to how the policy is working.
Mr. Vita agreed there needs to be consistency in applying the policy, commenting that “something that’s cute in kindergarten can be downright distracting” at the high school.
The policy states that all headwear is to be removed before entering school, and shirts and blouses must cover the tops of the shoulders and have no exposure of the waist, hip, midriff, or chest.
That means no tank tops or spaghetti straps or short belly exposing tops. Pajamas, slippers and other lounging attire would also not be permitted.
Skirts, shorts and dresses must go to at least mid-thigh, and pants are to be worn so they stay close to the waist.
Safe footwear is to be worn at all times but is not defined.
Body art, tattoos and jewelry that symbolizes gang membership or allegiance are against the rules. T-shirts with vulgar language or sexual symbols are also taboo, as are shirts advertising or promoting tobacco, drugs or alcohol.
Exceptions to the policy will be considered for medical reasons, special events, cultural beliefs or to promote school spirit, when designated by the principal.
— Lynda Wellman
"
Chic chapeaus bring color, style to Opening Day North County Times - North San Diego and Southwest Riverside County News - NCTimes.com - Californian.c
Chic chapeaus bring color, style to Opening Day North County Times - North San Diego and Southwest Riverside County News - NCTimes.com - Californian.com: "By: PHILIP K. IRELAND - Staff Writer
DEL MAR ---- The sublime and the surreal of 'hat' couture trotted the track at Del Mar on Wednesday as the Opening Day hat contest continued its tradition for the 12th straight year.
The ladies ---- and a few gentlemen ---- competed for top honors in the One and Only Truly Fabulous Hat Contest ---- a competition inspired by Bing Crosby in 1937.
The thunder of hooves, the rain of torn betting slips and the hat competition were highlights on an Opening Day that drew an estimated record crowd of 42,005 in the 67th season at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club.
Entrants from Orange and Riverside counties captured the top slots, although three North County women made the final cuts. Randy Wilson of Monrovia won the Best Race Theme hat with his detailed recreation of the entire Del Mar track property. The architecture-quality rendering ---- complete with toothpick palm trees, tiny painted Styrofoam buildings and cars in the parking lot ---- earned the grand prize, a $5,000 trip to the 2007 Kentucky Derby.
"
DEL MAR ---- The sublime and the surreal of 'hat' couture trotted the track at Del Mar on Wednesday as the Opening Day hat contest continued its tradition for the 12th straight year.
The ladies ---- and a few gentlemen ---- competed for top honors in the One and Only Truly Fabulous Hat Contest ---- a competition inspired by Bing Crosby in 1937.
The thunder of hooves, the rain of torn betting slips and the hat competition were highlights on an Opening Day that drew an estimated record crowd of 42,005 in the 67th season at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club.
Entrants from Orange and Riverside counties captured the top slots, although three North County women made the final cuts. Randy Wilson of Monrovia won the Best Race Theme hat with his detailed recreation of the entire Del Mar track property. The architecture-quality rendering ---- complete with toothpick palm trees, tiny painted Styrofoam buildings and cars in the parking lot ---- earned the grand prize, a $5,000 trip to the 2007 Kentucky Derby.
"
Niagara Gazette - UB: New look to symbolize new attitude
Niagara Gazette - UB: New look to symbolize new attitude: "University unveils new athletics logo, football uniforms, announces partnership with New Era Cap Company
By Jonah Bronstein
TheAmherstRecord.com
Representing a desire to change its athletic culture, the University at Buffalo has undergone an image makeover.
In the wake of strong backlash to the Buffalo Sabres proposed logo change, UB introduced a new emblem Tuesday. The university also unveiled redesigned football uniforms and helmet, and announced a partnership with locally based New Era Cap Company.
A bull set to charge over the block-lettered word “Buffalo” replaces the snorting bull head that has served UB since 1996.
“The first time I saw the (old) symbol, I thought it looked like the severed head of a bull,” athletics director Warde Manuel said. “I prefer to have something with a full body.”
Manuel said the logo represents his vision for what UB athletics will become under his leadership.
“It’s a symbol of power,” he said. “Of going after somebody; of the style of play we want across the board.”
"
By Jonah Bronstein
TheAmherstRecord.com
Representing a desire to change its athletic culture, the University at Buffalo has undergone an image makeover.
In the wake of strong backlash to the Buffalo Sabres proposed logo change, UB introduced a new emblem Tuesday. The university also unveiled redesigned football uniforms and helmet, and announced a partnership with locally based New Era Cap Company.
A bull set to charge over the block-lettered word “Buffalo” replaces the snorting bull head that has served UB since 1996.
“The first time I saw the (old) symbol, I thought it looked like the severed head of a bull,” athletics director Warde Manuel said. “I prefer to have something with a full body.”
Manuel said the logo represents his vision for what UB athletics will become under his leadership.
“It’s a symbol of power,” he said. “Of going after somebody; of the style of play we want across the board.”
"
Guylaine Walsh: des cercueils aux chapeaux
Guylaine Walsh: des cercueils aux chapeaux: "L’artiste Guylaine Walsh trouve différents moyens pour exprimer son talent. L’an dernier, on a découvert ses cercueils ornés de mosaîques et cette année, c’est dans les chapeaux qu’elle s’est lancée.
Sa nouvelle passion est née, il y a trois ans maintenant, alors qu’elle a eu l’idée, comme cadeaux de Noél, de fabriquer des tuques et des cols, épartir de matiéres récupérées. C’est ainsi que ses premiéres œuvres du genre, qui se voulaient épriori utilitaires, sont nées.
Au fil des ans, sa technique s’est raffinée et maintenant, elle propose des chapeaux selon les différentes saisons, sous le nom Chapôéthique. Chaque création est unique et permet él’artiste d’exprimer son talent. << Ce qui est intéressant c’est que je crée et je vois rapidement le résultat final >>, souligne-t-elle.
Ses chapeaux sont tous originaux, certains plus farfelus que d’autres, pour s’adapter à toutes les tétes et à toutes les personnalités."
Sa nouvelle passion est née, il y a trois ans maintenant, alors qu’elle a eu l’idée, comme cadeaux de Noél, de fabriquer des tuques et des cols, épartir de matiéres récupérées. C’est ainsi que ses premiéres œuvres du genre, qui se voulaient épriori utilitaires, sont nées.
Au fil des ans, sa technique s’est raffinée et maintenant, elle propose des chapeaux selon les différentes saisons, sous le nom Chapôéthique. Chaque création est unique et permet él’artiste d’exprimer son talent. << Ce qui est intéressant c’est que je crée et je vois rapidement le résultat final >>, souligne-t-elle.
Ses chapeaux sont tous originaux, certains plus farfelus que d’autres, pour s’adapter à toutes les tétes et à toutes les personnalités."
Zee News - Lindsay Lohan is one superstitious lady!
Zee News - Lindsay Lohan is one superstitious lady!: "The 20-year-old starlet confesses being a victim to a number of false notions, as she thinks a bad omen would fall on her if she goes the other way.
'I don't put hats or shoes on the bed, cross the path of black cats or walk under a ladder,' Contactmusic quoted her, as saying. "
'I don't put hats or shoes on the bed, cross the path of black cats or walk under a ladder,' Contactmusic quoted her, as saying. "
Wednesday, July 12, 2006
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