Greening of Fashion

It's April so its time think about the earth, our earth.  How does fashion impact the earth? How does what you buy, wear, and throw out make a difference in the world? Does that cotton shirt you wear exploit children?

So I picked up a book called Green is the New Black by Tamsin Blanchard who gives us 

a fashionista's bible to follow by being ethical and still glamorous. Her book shows us how to change the world and still be styling. 

I am going to throw out some ideas from her book. Each week we'll explore one of her ideas, give suggestions on how to change. So before you huff and puff and blow me away, think for a minute about global warming and the effect it is having on the planet and polar bears.  Everyone of us has a responsibility to planet Earth.

Shop ethically, buy and wear second hand clothes. Recreate what you have, learn to knit, Recycle, shop and sell. There are sites where you can find what you are looking for and be ethically responsible to the people of the world.   See you here next week for a lesson the the greening of fashion. Keep Styling in Delco.

Spring fashion is a menegerie of color

Spring is here, even though in Delco it feels like summer. But weather permitting or even not permitting, you always want to be styling.

So here it goes. Color and more color. Color is so intense that it could be an artist’s palate and then so neutral that it blends with everything. Beige and white are all the rage. Pastels have come into their own in mint green, powder blue and bubblegum pink.

. Navy is the new black. That black leather motorcycle jacket has a whole new feel in colors like yellow, blue and red. Jeans take on color too in reds, blues, oranges and yellows.

Think bright flowered prints with the palate of van Gogh’s yellow sunflowers and the blues in Monet’s Water Lilies.

Orange breaks through on its own from apricot to tangerine in shoes, watches, skirts, pants, dresses and necklaces. The sixties look inspired by Mad Men is bringing back that romantic looks of lace patterns dresses. If you want a more Mod look, try a geometric dress and don’t forget those Jackie O sunglasses. If you were around during the sixties you remember the nautical look, navy and stripped tops. The look is back.

Speaking of accessories; army watches are trendy, so are poppy colored totes and Sperry rose print boat shoes. These little beauties are definitely not your father’s boat shoe. Earrings are geometric and classically structured. Colored chunky clunky necklaces and bracelets will set off that outfit. Let’s not forget wedged shoes or platform soles to complete your look. Wear more edgy shoes with those pastel romantic look.  Keep Styling in Delco.           

                                                      

Prom fashion shows you don't want to miss

Strath Haven Prom Showcase
Strath Haven High School will hold its 2012 Prom Showcase to benefit the senior class after-prom event, on March 11 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Charlene Mulholland, owner Sorella Boutique in is providing the gowns for the 2012 Prom Showcase. The Showcase will feature 25 senior students modeling the latest prom fashions, along with entertainment and prom and graduation vendors.
The Showcase will take place in the Strath Haven High School auditorium, 205 S. Providence Road, Wallingford. Cost is $10 per person at the door. Co-chairs for this event are Cathy Shea and Lauren O'Donnell
Proceeds support the after-prom party, which provides high school students with a safe, supervised evening of celebration after the Senior Prom.

Nana’s Attic Prom Sunday
Nana’s Attic Thrift Store, which is owned by The Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County is having its annual Prom Sunday on March 20. Prom Sunday will feature a prom fashion show from noon to 2 p.m. Gowns will range in price from $20to $35. This gives everyone a chance to afford a prom gown. Shoes and handbags range from $4 to $6.

‘Promalicious’ Expo makes dreams come true !

Promalicious, the area’s first and largest Prom Expo for PA, NJ, and DE, is holding its inaugural event with an aim to enhance the prom experience for thousands of high-school students, while also working to allow a few others to simply have one.
The event will take place at the Ramada Philadelphia Airport in Essington from noon to 4p.m. on Sunday March 25.
Promalicious, a free Expo for students, will combine the hottest trends in music, fashion and entertainment for the upcoming prom season with multiple charitable causes and fundraising foundations.
For students all over the country, prom is a rite of passage. However, for the children of St. Christopher's Hospital, attending a school dance might not be an option this year.
Promalicious hopes to change that by granting the patients their wish for a night they can remember by allowing them to experience the same memorable event that their classmates will be enjoying. Proceeds from the Expo will be used to hold a sponsored prom for the children of St. Christopher’s Hospital, allowing them the chance to attend a dance they can call all their own.
While those in attendance search for their own perfect dress or tux during the two scheduled runway shows featuring a live DJ and food and drink, Fairy Godmother’s, Inc. is challenging high schools to donate used dresses, tuxes and suits that can be re-worn by less fortunate students at their own proms. The school that donates the most clothing, making the proms of others more memorable, will do the same for itself as a celebrity will make an appearance at the winning school’s prom.
High Schools should register their school for this challenge by emailing challenge@jessicascottllc.com
Promalicious founder, David Smith will represent and spread the ideals of The Melanoma International Foundation, asking attendees to sign a pledge to stay out of the tanning beds and the sun in favor of Airbrush (spray) tans, a process proven to be much safer for users.
Additional sponsors include David’s Bridal, Philadelphia Wax Museum, Unique Limousine Concepts, Venus Beauty Academy, and Blast DJ’s.
For more information about Promalicious or to become a sponsor or vendor at the Expo, visit www.promalicious.com or contact Jessica Scott at 215.693.6177 or Jessica@JessicaScottLLC.com

Prom Kickoff Party

Patriots or Giants, what is all the fuss. Right. Here is the real question:
What are you wering to the prom? Will it be a strapless chiffon dress or a Mermaid style showing off your curves by Jovani? A printed or jeweled gown by Morrell Maxie? Or a high-low taffeta with beaded neckline by Faviana?

So if you are not sure what your are looking for, join the Prom Kickoff Party on Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 5 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Just Girls all grown up and Elizabeth Maar Boutique at 3511 West Chester Pike in Newtown Square and 20 Haverford Station Road in Haverford.

Fashions by Jovani, Aidan Mattox Mignon, BCBG, Faviana Terani, Morrel Maxie LaFemme and more.
If you bring in your gently used prom gown, you can take $25 of your new gown. There will be event day specials and refreshments.

Bring your mom, bring your friends, bring your gown and have an awesome super time finding the right gown. Hey you can even pick out a gown honoring your favorite team in red or blue. Keep Styling in Delco!

Check out Golden Globe Fashion

Want to take a second look at those gowns on the Golden Globe red carpet? Who looked the best? Who was the worst dressed?  Well we've heard everyone's opinion.So here's your chance to look at this slide show created by the Associated Press and see what you think without the influence of  broadcasters. In the end the only person's opinion that matters is yours!
Check it out.


Prom season is coming soon. This way you can find out what look you are after.You should be able to find copycat looks at a cheaper price. Keep styling in Delco

Mark your calenders for the Bridal Expo

  Check out The Great Bridal Expo this Sunday, Jan.8 at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel at 1200 Market Street in Philly from noon to 4 p.m. If you are planning an upcoming wedding you will find everything you need to know as you walk down the aisle and plan  the honeymoon of your dreams.

Looking for that perfect dress. Check out the New York style Bridal fashion show as professional models walk down the runway. You can check out the styles for the groom and his ushers as the show will feature men's formal wear too.

Listen to the live orchestra as you check out the DJ presentations, the honeymoon shown and informative exhibits. There will be grand prize giveaways during the fashion show.Keep Styling in Delco!