Interesting Facts About Your Favourite Brands- A Guest Post

Did you know?!

Authentic Birkin Beauty!

Jane Birkin is a gorgeous French actress that was the inspiration for the luxurious and expensive Birkin Line of the Hermes Brand. The story behind the bag is a scenario that could’ve happened to anyone. When Ms. Birkin was on a flight she bumped into the president of Hermes and began complaining about the very poor selection of handbags available on the market. Soon after some discussion, the Birkin collection was launched and a new era of expensive designer handbags had begun! Does this mean we should do a better job at expressing our complaints? Or maybe this is just proving to us how speaking our mind and being ourselves may get us more beneficial outcomes in life.

Minkoff Love’s New York!

Where does your mind go when you hear the phrase, “I Love New York”... Reality show? The big apple? Or maybe it goes to the famous “I love New York” T Shirts that became so popular everyone had to have one! Rebecca Minkoff is the creator of these Famous T Shirts which first appeared on The Tonight Show, in 2001, making them into an immediate overnight sensation. Minkoff’s designs, talent, and hard work has made her an industry leader in casual luxury handbags, accessories, and apparel. Who knows? maybe her designs will be featured in one of her husband's (Gavin Bellour) upcoming movies giving her brand even more visibility.

Brand Defining History!

Felix Rey is another sought after brand that designs bags, accessories, ect., by mixing vintage inspiration with modern sophistication. You can gain a sense that a unique and audacious originality would go into these designs when the name “Felix Rey” comes from the doctor who treated Vincent Van Gogh when he cut his ear off!! The co-founders of the collection, Lily Rafii Band and Sulaika Zarrouk, used themselves as the target audience when creating the luxurious yet accessible brand. You might know Lily as the wife of business consultant, Doug Band, who is a co-creator of the Clinton Global Initiative. Not that the political affiliations made a difference with their brand, but who would’ve thought that Van Gogh cutting off his ear would have?!

The Power of a Name!

Does the name Karl Anderson Jr. ring a bell?? On August 9th, 1959, Karl Anderson Jr. was born in Long Island, New York, to former model Joan Krystosek Kors and Karl Anderson. Karl Anderson Jr. changed his name, after Joan remarried, to Michael David Kors when he was just five years old!! When he was 23, he convinced formidable fashion editor Anna Wintour - then of New York magazine, now the editor of Vogue - to view his namesake collection, which helped boost his profile in the fashion world. Kors went on to become one of the most successful designers in the world. I believe it goes without saying that changing his name at a young age was probably the best decision of his life.

Content By: Adam King

Syracuse University

Guest Post- Jabong Brings you Fall Fashion Trends 2015

Fall Fashion Trends 2015!

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Let’s face it. The most ‘emotionless’ season of all is here. Fall means a bit of everything. The hot summer winds have begin to cool down and the falling of leaves calls for a subtle somberness in the air. The mind is still not sorted over what to wear and what not to wear. You want to mix and match but then there’s no clarity. This is the space to enlighten you on how you can rock the Fall Fashion 2015, and that too just from home.

Get on with the program. Shop online and you’ll find some amazing options to cover up stylishly for the fall. Jabong.com offers famous clothing brands that’ll get you to protect yourself from the fall harshness while you look good too.

Bring in the 70’s vibe this fall. Create a nostalgic look with trench coats and statement jewellery. A sharp blouse, maxi skirt, belt, boots and a pair of cat eye sunglasses are all that you’re going to need. Don’t forget that red pout. Faux fur has also been spotted at international runways and would help the wearer to create a refined, classy look. Faux fur coats, pencil skirts and stockings would create just the amount of enigma you need for the fall.

The Fall can be as dreary for you as you want, but you can tackle it with bold colors, flowy silhouettes and a bang on attitude. Bomber jackets in colors other than the classic and boring dark shades would help bring that edge. Knee length boots are a must for this season. Ankle length booties are great for making a statement.

Maxi dresses, evening gowns and peasant tops would need a playmate for the Fall. Full sized coats would prove to be quite faithful. Straight or slim cuts are all fine but if you’re looking for mirror-cracking material type of stuff, then bring out your flared pants or denims. Chuck the old pullovers. Abstract prints and asymmetrical fits are in. You can manage to bring it all together with long-line coats in the end!

Formal coats and jackets in tweed are all about minimal effort and maximum impact, so make sure you don’t undermine their versatility. Chunky knitted stole and eclectic make up is good for the feels. An all in all black or white look would make your camouflage with what the Fall brings with it. So on days you feel like conforming, nothing like sporting a color a day!

There are a lot of accessories that you’ll be needing too. Try playing the ‘gentlewoman’ with a nice hat! You can bring in the color with printed or solid colored socks. Since it’s the Fall, layering is mandatory but then a clear picture of how to go about it is also essential.

There are a lot of accents that you can try but donning all of them together would be a fashion faux pas. The best advice would be to follow your instincts and always complement your personal style. Whenever in doubt, don’t forget to sport a smile with confidence!

Author Bio: Urja Bindal is a fashion writer associated with India’s leading e-commerce company. She likes to stay abreast of the latest fashion trends as well as the classic styles that have always been a favorite with women. This article is about the key trends that can’t be missed this Fall!