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  • Who do YOU dress for? | #FashionTalk | Justine Leconte

    Who do YOU dress for? | #FashionTalk | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYWGZY-ksOo

    Summary

    ### Summary
    The text discusses the impact of societal expectations on an individual’s dressing choices. It explains that people often dress for others to impress or seduce them, rather than for their own comfort or style. The role of society and peer pressure in shaping these decisions is emphasized, along with how brands exploit this tendency for profit.

    Highlights

    • People frequently dress for others, not themselves
    • Society and peer pressure significantly influence dressing choices
    • Brands manipulate this for their advantage

    Key Takeaways

    • Dressing choices are often driven by impressing or seducing others
    • Society and peer pressure play a major role in shaping these decisions
    • Brands capitalize on this tendency to cater to their target audience
  • 5 types of men’s styles | Justine Leconte

    5 types of men’s styles | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QWG70QIcQc

    Summary

    ### Summary
    Justin discusses five types of men he has observed and classified – The Hipster, The Nerd, The Sporty Guy, The Artist, and The Hippie Echo Guy. Each type is characterized by their style, interests, and personal habits. Justin also shares an email address for viewers to send their work for feedback and advice, and mentions upcoming videos and tutorials on creating mood boards and portfolios.

    Highlights

    • Five types of men: The Hipster, The Nerd, The Sporty Guy, The Artist, and The Hippie Echo Guy
    • Each type has unique style, interests, and personal habits
    • New email address for viewers to send work for feedback and advice
    • Upcoming videos and tutorials on creating mood boards and portfolios

    Key Takeaways

    • Importance of understanding different types of men based on their style and interests
    • The creator values subscribers and promises a new video next Sunday
  • Hair trends 2017: haircuts, hair colors, hair styling | Justine Leconte

    Hair trends 2017: haircuts, hair colors, hair styling | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ok9gjAfYi-M

    Summary

    ### Summary

    Justin, a fashion designer, shares insights on the latest hair trends, emphasizing that short and mid-length styles are increasingly popular, with asymmetric and boyish cuts being particularly trendy. Bobs are also gaining popularity among celebrities like Emma Stone, Lily Collins, and Taylor Swift. Hair colors have improved with innovative pigments and wearable options, including ombre, bronde, shades of blue and silver, mermaid colors, and rainbow hair. Styling techniques include going down the length of the hair or layering it with top and bottom layers, as well as Hollywood curls, braids (such as French braids), and buns in various styles and heights.

    Highlights

    • 💇‍♂️ Increasing popularity of short and mid-length hairstyles
    • 👩‍🦰 Celebrities like Emma Stone, Lily Collins, Taylor Swift sporting bob haircuts
    • 🤵 Asymmetric and boyish cuts becoming more trendy
    • 🌈 Improved hair colors with innovative pigments and wearable options
    • 🥇 Ombre hair: soft transition between colors, well-established trend
    • 🧜‍♀️ Mermaid colors: multiple colors within a range for harmony and creativity
    • 🎀 Hollywood curls, braids, and buns in various styles and heights as popular styling techniques

    Key Takeaways

    • 🕺 Short and mid-length hairstyles are on the rise with asymmetric, boyish cuts becoming more trendy
    • 💁‍♀️ Celebrities like Emma Stone, Lily Collins, Taylor Swift popularizing bob haircuts
    • 🎨 Improved hair colors offer innovative pigments and wearable options such as ombre, bronde, shades of blue and silver, mermaid colors, and rainbow hair
    • 📦 Styling techniques include going down the length of the hair or layering it with top and bottom layers, as well as Hollywood curls, braids (such as French braids), and buns in various styles and heights
  • How to draw fabrics | Fashion drawing with markers | Justine Leconte

    How to draw fabrics | Fashion drawing with markers | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jeReo6mSDw

    Summary

    ### Summary
    In this drawing tutorial, Justin teaches how to draw four types of fabric patterns: herring bone, gingham, plaid, and tweed. The materials used are Prisma color color pencils and chartpak ad color markers. Each pattern is drawn on a colored background using the respective colors for each type of fabric.

    Highlights

    • Herring Bone Pattern: Blue glow marker and True Blue color pencil are used to draw herring bones. Start by drawing the background, then use the color pencil for construction lines and final details.
    • Gingham Pattern: Aqua blue, green Ando green markers create large squares on a darker background color. Allow colors to blend before adding the middle color, creating threads horizontally and vertically with emal green.
    • Plaid Pattern: Salmon background and life red pattern, with crimson red pencil added later for detail. Wait 2 minutes between layers to allow colors to dry.
    • Tweed Pattern: Light red and dark red color pencils are used to create a tone-on-tone effect. Add more colors if desired for a more complex pattern.

    Key Takeaways

    • The artist emphasizes the importance of using various colors and making sure the intersections look realistic for the patterns to appear genuine.
    • They also mention adding contrasted bits to give the illusion of depth in the tweed fabric.
    • The artist encourages viewers to let them know if they’re interested in knitted patterns and to subscribe to their channel for more content. 🎨 Learn to Draw 🎨
  • What are those shoes called?? | 22 types of shoes for women | Justine Leconte

    What are those shoes called?? | 22 types of shoes for women | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R3N4WSn69JI

    Summary

    ### Summary

    This text provides an overview of various types of high-heeled shoes, their characteristics, and suitability for different occasions. It also discusses boots, including Chelsea boots and cowboy boots, as well as shoe names such as Pipo Mary Jane Hill and Pipo Platform Sling Back Heels. The speaker encourages viewers to share shoe types not mentioned in the video and appreciates comments from over 80 countries. They also recommend videos on measuring oneself and determining body type, styling according to different body types, and dressing for various purposes.

    Highlights

    • Various types of high-heeled shoes discussed with their characteristics and suitability for occasions
    • Chelsea boots and cowboy boots are introduced as popular boot styles
    • Shoe names example provided, such as Pipo Mary Jane Hill and Pipo Platform Sling Back Heels
    • Viewer engagement encouraged through comments and sharing of shoe types not mentioned
    • Recommendations for additional videos on body type measurement, styling, and dressing for different purposes

    Key Takeaways

    • High-heeled shoes come in various styles and designs, each with its own characteristics and suitability for occasions
    • Boots such as Chelsea boots and cowboy boots are popular choices
    • Shoe names can be creative combinations of different styles and elements, such as Pipo Mary Jane Hill and Pipo Platform Sling Back Heels
    • Viewers are encouraged to engage with the content by sharing their thoughts and requests
  • The FAST FASHION trap & how to escape | #whomademyclothes | Justine Leconte

    The FAST FASHION trap & how to escape | #whomademyclothes | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ur13KvWoWE

    Summary

    ### Summary

    Justin discusses the impact of fast fashion on the industry and consumer perception, focusing on brands like H&M, Primark, Forever 21, Top Shop, and Zara. These brands control the entire process from design to consumption, leading to short cycles with 12-24 collections per year. This often results in low prices for consumers but can also lead to low wages for workers and a culture of urgency where clothes become outdated within two weeks. Fast fashion encourages frequent clothing purchases, diminishing the appreciation for items purchased. To contribute to change, individuals can choose timeless pieces, shop at thrift stores or online platforms, and look for labels with production control information.

    Highlights

    • Fast fashion brands have a significant influence on how people perceive fashion.
    • These brands optimize every step of the process, often leading to low wages and waste.
    • Consumers are encouraged to buy clothing frequently, diminishing appreciation for items purchased.

    Key Takeaways

    • Justin has reduced their closet size and focuses on more ethical fashion as a designer.
    • They source fabrics exclusively in Europe and produce clothes there, where labor laws are enforced.
    • To contribute to change in the industry, individuals can choose timeless pieces, shop at thrift stores or online platforms, and look for labels with production control information.
  • Trend hunting: how to find fashion trends? What’s a trend? | Justine Leconte

    Trend hunting: how to find fashion trends? What’s a trend? | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwKivXIvDns

    Summary

    ### Summary
    The text discusses the importance of understanding and satisfying the needs of specific consumer groups in fashion. Trends can be classified into four types: macro trends (10 years or more), consumer trends (2-3 years), micro trends (years) and fads (short term). Fashion industry needs to understand these different types of trends to stay relevant and meet the demands of their target audience.

    Highlights

    • Fashion industry needs to understand and satisfy the needs of specific consumer groups.
    • Examples provided are Balenciaga’s sack dress and two-bag trend for affluent women in large cities.
    • Types of Trends: Macro, Consumer, Micro, and Fads.

    Key Takeaways

    • Understanding different types of trends is crucial for the fashion industry.
    • Balenciaga’s sack dress and two-bag trend are examples of addressing specific consumer needs.
    • Macro, Consumer, Micro, and Fads are different classifications of trends in fashion.
  • How to draw a face | Fashion drawing for beginners #6 | Justine Leconte

    How to draw a face | Fashion drawing for beginners #6 | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwdxFZxjXQk

    Summary

    ### Summary

    Justine provides a tutorial on drawing a fashionable girl’s face in proportion. Emojis and markdown formatting are used to improve readability. The tutorial covers eye level, ear placement, hair positioning, neck proportions, and features that can make the character look younger or older. Collecting good reference pictures is recommended for realistic results.

    Highlights

    • 🎨 Tutorial on drawing a fashionable girl’s face in proportion
    • 👥 Emojis and markdown formatting used for better readability
    • 📚 Different aspects covered, such as eye level, ear placement, hair positioning, neck proportions
    • 🦁 Features that can make the character look younger or older
    • 🧔 Recommendation to collect good reference pictures for realistic results

    Key Takeaways

    • New fashion videos uploaded every Sunday
    • Video on how to draw a full evening gown using color markers and pencils
    • Long tutorial with all the steps included
    • Video from last week about recognizing trends in fashion, beginning of new series
    • See you next Sunday for a new video, take care until then
  • Sustainable fashion: how to shop sustainably | Justine Leconte

    Sustainable fashion: how to shop sustainably | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7QFzswLVyc

    Summary

    ### Summary
    Justine’s video focused on the importance of moving away from fast fashion and making responsible clothing choices. She provided tips for finding ethical brands, including checking brand websites and searching for certifications like Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) or Fair Trade. Additionally, she highlighted resources such as Echo Label Index and Echo Fashion World. The author emphasized the importance of transparency in brands‘ values and practices and encouraged viewers to speak up if they encounter scandals.

    Highlights

    • Discussing fast fashion and moving away from it
    • Importance of responsible clothing choices
    • Tips for finding ethical brands
    • Check brand websites, search for certifications like GOTS or Fair Trade
    • Resources: Echo Label Index and Echo Fashion World
    • Emphasis on transparency in brand values and practices

    Key Takeaways

    • Ethical fashion is important to consider when making clothing choices
    • Resources like Echo Label Index and Echo Fashion World can help find sustainable options
    • Check for certifications like GOTS or Fair Trade when shopping online
  • Trend hunting: where to look for trends? | Justine Leconte

    Trend hunting: where to look for trends? | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHWxq7cPcag

    Summary

    ### Summary

    Justine discusses the importance of looking for trends in fashion design, recommending the use of Trend agencies to get inspiration. She emphasizes the need to choose a type of report that suits your brain’s way of working and suggests filtering the information consumed. Her favorite Trend agency is Caran. 📝👠🎨

    Highlights

    • Look for trends in fashion design
    • Use Trend agencies for inspiration
    • Choose a report type that suits your brain’s way of working
    • Filter the information you consume
    • Recommended Trend agency: Caran 🌟

    Key Takeaways

    • Pull inspiration from various art sources 🎨
    • Utilize famous trend bureaus like Plair Par and Promo Steel 🇫🇷
    • WGSN (Worldwide Global Style Network) produces beautiful visual content but is not free
    • Explore blogs as free sources of inspiration 📚
    • Mix trend sources from different countries for diverse perspectives 🌍
    • Trend Watching.com and Trend Checker.net provide free resources
    • Trend Scouts can apply on their website 👩‍💼
    • Opinion leaders help identify upcoming trends and have personal points of view 🎯
    • Build your own list of opinion leaders based on experiences and influences 📝
    • Watch inspirational creators online: YouTube, Tumblr, Instagram 🌐
    • Follow specific people rather than scrolling through feeds 👥
    • Check out offline sources like galleries, exhibitions, and magazines 🎨
    • Remember that fashion is work and requires practice 💪
    • Have a list of people to follow and engage with their content regularly 🔄
    • A great week! 🌟