Love these pictures by Alex Bussa Photography.  Check out his website (which I LOVE!), www.alexbussa.com for more and for some interesting insights from a professional photographer.

Here’s a link to a fabulous video of him with model Jazmin Riley and makeup artist Lorri Mitchell. So Fun!! Behind the Scenes.

Wardrobe stylist – Shannon Campbell, Makeup – Lorri Mitchell, Models – The Agency AZ

0 comments permalink |  9:00 AM |  7.29.2009 | 

Private Fashion Illustration and Beginning Sewing lessons with Angela Johnson

Angela Johnson

If you or anyone you know are interested in taking some private sewing lessons or fashion illustration lessons with Angela at her Scottsdale home/studio, contact her for more information at angela@angelajohnsondesigns.com.  The cost $30/hour.

The breakdown: Flexible on times/days, You can do as many lessons as you want and stop at any time, You can buddy up with someone and the rate goes down to $20/hour per person. (obviously it takes a little longer to get through things if there is more than one person, but mostly only for sewing.  We can usually stick to the pace on illustration).

Not only is Angela one of my favorite fashion designers, but she’s been teaching fashion classes since 2001 and taught fashion illustration at FIDM by the woman who literally wrote the book that is used by most fashion schools (It’s called 9 heads).  So, you will learn how to sew and draw exactly how you would in a fashion school. Angela’s style is very junior and fun.

ALSO…

Susan Di Staulo is offering private Fashion Illustration lessons in the privacy of your home!

Susan Di Staulo

Susan Di Staulo is offering lessons in Fashion Illustration as well.  She is a very talented illustrator and does all the illustrations you see at Scottsdale Fashion Square for Scottsdale Fashion Week and Arizona Bridal Week.  She will come to your home in the Scottsdale area and teach you privately.  Her rates are $35/hour since she comes to you. To contact Susan, email her at sdistaulo@gmail.com. Susan’s style is more high end.

You can also email me for Angela’s syllabus at kira@fashionphoenix.com! This is a great opportunity to learn some basic sewing skills or fashion illustration skills from fabulous professionals without the high cost and commitment of the professional classroom.

0 comments permalink |  11:00 AM |  7.28.2009 | 

Shoe!! AAHHH!!

At first, I wasn’t happy. I just bought these!! I’ve only worn them a few times and they were perfect for so many casual outfits.  But then something struck me! These are Steve Madden shoes!! Could I really blame my four-legged friend for mistaking these for a chew toy?

I have argued recently that Steve’s shoes are the most UNCOMFORTABLE shoes I’ve ever worn. No matter the style, height or material, I always regret my purchase. In fact, Beth Church, of Beth Church Jewelry, and I were just talking about how much we hate his shoes last week!

So it makes me wonder, who tests the final product? Not Steve, I’m sure. He wouldn’t dare!  Are shoe manufacturers using REAL women or just simulating the wear and tear in a lab somewhere with machines. Machines that don’t complain, don’t pick up 30 pound kids all day, don’t walk thru the grocery store after a long day at work, aren’t balancing a 10 pound purse, don’t retain water and swell!!! I may have to investigate this further. If there is such a thing, I would like to speak with a supposed “shoe tester” and find out what exactly makes the grade?!

It’s a bittersweet goodbye to these sandals.  Thankfully, the pillage was isolated to these Steve Maddens that hurt my feet. For now, time to buy my doggie a bone and the new pair I’ve been eyeing at Nordstrom’s!

0 comments permalink |  9:35 PM |  7.27.2009 | 

Happy Hour at Apricot Lane – Tempe Marketplace on Thursday, July 30th from 6-7 p.m. 40% OFF THE ENTIRE STORE!!  You must show the text. If you’re not getting the text, click Text Me to find out how!!!

0 comments permalink |  11:31 AM |  7.27.2009 |