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  • You think you don’t follow trends? | Justine Leconte

    You think you don’t follow trends? | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5_3j7VkKOU

    Summary

    ### Summary
    Justine discusses how everyone is influenced by fashion trends, even if they believe otherwise. Trends are societal tendencies towards specific clothing styles, such as comfort and loose fits. Modern styles often have clean lines and simple cuts. Comfortable clothing has evolved to include knitwear and stretchy fabrics. It’s important to recognize that personal style can still be influenced by trends, even if they seem like regular choices.

    Highlights

    • Everyone is influenced by fashion trends
    • Trends are societal tendencies towards specific clothing styles
    • Modern styles often have clean lines and simple cuts
    • Comfortable clothing has evolved to include knitwear and stretchy fabrics

    Key Takeaways

    • Recognize personal style can be influenced by trends, even if they seem like normal choices
    • Trends are decided by society itself, with designers or editors only interpreting what they see
  • Capsule wardrobe: how to add colors | Justine Leconte

    Capsule wardrobe: how to add colors | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5l0KrjCHd_U

    Summary

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    Justin demonstrates how to add colors to a capsule wardrobe without making it boring, focusing on keeping everything combinable while adding interest through color. In this video, he shares three examples of outfits where the clothes are neutral while the surrounding area is colorful, creating contrast and visual appeal. 👗

    Highlights

    • Add colors that complement your basic wardrobe of white, black, and gray
    • Choose only colors that are either all warm or all cold for harmony in your wardrobe
    • Use pastel colors for easy fit due to their shared presence of white
    • Add small touches of patterns while keeping the dominant color consistent with your wardrobe
    • Play around with accessories instead of incorporating colors directly into clothing items 👜

    Key Takeaways

    • Create contrast and visual appeal by making outfits neutral while surrounding them with colorful elements 🌈
    • In three examples, the presenter shares winter, summer, and prints & patterns capsule wardrobe ideas ❄️🌴🎶
  • My career story: from business to fashion design | Justine Leconte

    My career story: from business to fashion design | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tD9P5c2an2I

    Summary

    ### Summary
    – The speaker discusses their career journey from business to fashion
    – They emphasize the importance of finding the right path and following one’s passions

    Highlights

    • Studied business and marketing management in college with exchange semesters in Canada, Japan, and Germany
    • Worked in cosmetics industry but felt bored and limited
    • Decided to switch careers and pursue fashion design

    Key Takeaways

    • Found the perfect blend of art and business in fashion design
    • Started their own fashion label in Berlin
    • Created a YouTube channel for inspiration and advice
  • Makeup trends 2017 💄 | Justine Leconte

    Makeup trends 2017 💄 | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bm59FSulprM

    Summary

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    * The transcript discusses makeup trends observed from runways and art magazines in the year 2017.
    * Trends include draping, monochromatic makeup, bold lipstick, colorful eye makeup, and glitter.

    Highlights

    • Draping: using blush colors instead of contouring, starting higher than contouring
    • Monochromatic makeup: clear complexion with dark matte lip
    • Bold Lipstick Trend: clean contours around the lips, using foundation or skintone pencil to prevent color from bleeding
    • Colorful Eye Makeup Trend: high coverage pigment placed on the eyelid for a clear cut between colored area and skin; use electric blue or warm colors in winter, sunny colors in summer

    Key Takeaways

    • Glitter trend is popular but not easily wearable daily; works as an eyeliner or bolder highlighter for eyebrows or lips, has a tribal vibe
    • Upcoming videos: Fashion trends video and hair trends 2017
  • FASHION TRENDS Spring/Summer 2017 | Justine Leconte

    FASHION TRENDS Spring/Summer 2017 | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rR9mU0PLRtE

    Summary

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    In this discussion, Just in And is talking about upcoming fashion trends for the season, focusing on asymmetric silhouettes, exaggerated proportions, and casual high-end looks. The conversation also touches upon metallic fabrics, gingham patterns, ruffles, and the need for more casual wear and comfortable clothes.

    Highlights

    • Asymmetric Silhouettes 🤖
    • Exaggerated Proportions 🎤
    • Casual High-End Looks 🎹
    • Metallic Fabrics 👖
    • Gingham Pattern 🎨
    • Ruffles 🌸
    • Need for more casual wear and comfortable clothes 😍
    • Loud Eighties revival 🎉

    Key Takeaways

    • Sweatpants from Clash Fashion Stores: Better color, cut, and silver detail. 👖
    • Trends in clothing include: New Trolls (color and word trends), Merging of trends. 🎨
    • Clothing should highlight the feminine side without hiding the body. 🌸
    • More prints in Spring/Summer collections than in Winter collections. 🎉
    • Graphic Florals are bold, colorful, and huge. 🌸
    • Prints are becoming more creative and can be on the entire body. 😍
  • PANTONE Color of the Year 2017: so what? | Justine Leconte

    PANTONE Color of the Year 2017: so what? | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xy3MgWhIpAs

    Summary

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    The text discusses Pantone’s color of the year for 2017, Greenery. The narrator talks about a color guide used across regions and industries to communicate colors effectively. They explore how this color can be utilized by makeup artists, interior designers, and fashion designers. To brainstorm ideas with this new color, they create a mind map that includes associations like new leaves, tropical plants, green apples, and forest scenes. The speaker is in the process of completing their mind map with textures and considers using natural fibers for their design. They express discomfort with plastic nylon and prefer warmer, easier-to-care-for materials. However, they are not at ease with the Greenery color they’re considering. The creative process is emphasized as non-linear, and it’s okay to change ideas or take a different direction. The speaker encourages viewers to consider their personal experience as unique, even if starting with the same inputs. They mention other videos on fashion trends and creativity, and ask viewers to subscribe to their channel. An upcoming collection will be released, and the creator can be seen in the next video on Monday.

    Highlights

    • 🎨 Greenery: Pantone’s Color of the Year 2017
    • 💚 Color Guide for Communication Across Industries
    • 🌿 Uses in Makeup, Interior Design, Fashion Design

    Key Takeaways

    • 🌱 The creative process is non-linear and it’s okay to change ideas or take a different direction
    • 🎨 Greenery color is being considered for usage in various designs
    • 📚⏭️ The speaker encourages viewers to consider their personal experience as unique, even if starting with the same inputs
  • My favorite YouTubers | TAG | Justine Leconte

    My favorite YouTubers | TAG | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNe-W8D68PE

    Summary

    ### Summary
    Justine discusses her favorite YouTube channels, focusing on fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content. Her top picks include Crisel Liim, Claire Marshall, Jody Fox (Shoes of Prey), and Jen IM. These creators bring creativity, personal touch, and unique ideas to their content. The text also mentions Mari Sh Par, a YouTuber who collaborated with L’Oreal Paris in France and uses self-irony effectively in her videos.

    Highlights

    • Justine shares her favorite YouTube channels in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle
    • Channels include Crisel Liim, Claire Marshall, Jody Fox, and Jen IM
    • Mari Sh Par is a YouTuber who collaborated with L’Oreal Paris in France

    Key Takeaways

    • Content creators bring creativity, personal touch, and unique ideas to their videos
    • Subscribe and activate notifications for your favorite YouTubers
  • ATHLEISURE: real fashion trend or buzzword? | Justine Leconte

    ATHLEISURE: real fashion trend or buzzword? | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-Y_btrFFKM

    Summary

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    At Leure Phenomenon explores the rise of at leisure fashion, a blend of athletic and casual clothing designed for comfort and versatility in daily life. The trend combines elements of athletic wear with casual pieces, allowing people to feel fit while maintaining a stylish appearance. The emergence of at leisure wear is influenced by historical shifts in sports fashion and the modern 21st-century lifestyle.

    Highlights

    • At Leure Phenomenon explores at leisure fashion: a blend of athletic and casual clothing for comfort and versatility
    • Combines elements of athletic wear with casual pieces, allowing people to feel fit while maintaining style
    • The trend is influenced by historical shifts in sports fashion and the modern 21st-century lifestyle

    Key Takeaways

    • At leisure clothing combines athletic wear’s benefits with casual comfort, making it suitable for everyday use
    • The rise of athleisure has blurred the line between casual and sportswear
    • The future of athleisure may include using completely unlikely materials and designs
  • How to review / critique a fashion show? | Justine Leconte

    How to review / critique a fashion show? | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bfv8rifSc_k

    Summary

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    Justine shares insights on how to watch and judge a fashion show. A critique is different from an opinion; it brings in research perspective, analyzes the designer’s collection in context, and provides more information about the designer’s background and inspiration. When reviewing a fashion show, gather more information and context about the designer and their work. The first and last looks are crucial, and try to describe the collection using emotions and adjectives. Reflect on the overall impact of the collection before writing your review.

    Highlights

    • Judging a fashion show requires practice and understanding of the designer’s background and inspiration.
    • A critique is different from an opinion; it provides more information about the designer’s background and inspiration.
    • Gather more information and context about the designer and their work to make the pieces and presentations interesting.
    • The first and last looks are crucial, and try to describe the collection using emotions and adjectives.

    Key Takeaways

    • Pay attention to the invitation card or note on your seat for insights into the designer’s vision and inspiration.
    • Read about the designer’s previous work to understand their aesthetics and taste.
    • Try to describe the collection using emotions and adjectives, and note them down during the show.
    • At the end of the show, observe the cohesiveness and balance of the collection.
    • As a buyer, decide if the collection has original, wearable pieces that fit your assortment and are on-trend.
  • COLOR THEORY basics FOR FASHION | Justine Leconte

    COLOR THEORY basics FOR FASHION | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

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

    Summary

    ### Summary

    This text discusses color theory, its application in fashion design, and the importance of harmonious color palettes. The speaker explains different types of color combinations, warm and cold colors, and how they can be used to create a balanced look in a collection or wardrobe. Color identity plays a significant role in defining a brand’s style and image. The text also covers two important concepts: muting a color and adjusting proportions of colors in fashion design.

    Highlights

    • Different types of color combinations exist, such as triad, tetrad, square palette, monochromatic, analogous, and complimentary.
    • Warm colors are louder and aggressive, while cold colors are quieter and elegant. A mix of both is ideal for designing a collection or wardrobe.
    • The color identity of a brand defines its style and image.
    • Harmonious color palettes can be achieved through monochromatic and analogous schemes.
    • Combining complimentary colors with black or white makes the combination easier on the eye.

    Key Takeaways

    • Color theory is crucial in fashion design, as it helps create a cohesive and visually appealing look.
    • Muting a color involves adding its complementary color to make the palette more visually appealing and easier on the eye.
    • Adjusting proportions of colors allows one color to be dominant while using others as accents, creating a modern and dynamic look.