London Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2017 | Review & Best-Of | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2l717fYvqc

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This text is about the author’s experience at London Fashion Week where they saw elegant designs inspired by Byzantium from a designer with Turkish roots. The author plans to create a similar video for Paris Fashion Week and encourages viewers to subscribe, ring the bell, and stay tuned for Q&A videos on Sunday.

Highlights

• Designer with Turkish roots showcased elegant designs inspired by Byzantium
• Author plans to create a similar video for Paris Fashion Week
• Encourages viewers to subscribe, ring the bell, and stay tuned for Q&A videos on Sunday

Key Takeaways

• London Fashion Week featured Byzantine-inspired designs from a designer with Turkish roots
• The author plans to cover Paris Fashion Week in a similar video format
• Audience is encouraged to subscribe, ring the bell, and stay tuned for Q&A videos on Sunday

My sewing machines, drawing 10 heads & where to study | FASHION Q&A | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W59JiAjaqPI

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This text covers a variety of topics such as tips for keeping creativity flowing, insights into fabric centers, the importance of research and networking in starting a fashion label, essential advice for entering the fashion industry, sewing experience, favorite tools for video editing and graphic design, clothing preferences and style, and the significance of outsourcing pattern making.

Highlights

• Tips to keep your creativity flowing: draw on pictures, describe something using three adjectives, find the color for an emotion, and maintain a notebook or sketchbook.
• Fabric centers depend on location and country you want to order from, with options for online shopping and attending trade shows in various continents.
• Essential aspects of starting a fashion label include researching and choosing a school, acquiring techniques and skills, starting the label, networking and partnerships, understanding business aspects, and staying stylish.
• Important advice for entering the fashion industry: gain practical experience, have hands-on experience, understand grading in fashion, and improve sewing skills over time.
• Favorite tools for video editing and graphic design include Adobe Premiere Pro Creative Cloud and Photoshop Illustrator, with free stock photos available on the internet.
• Clothing preferences lean towards ethical brands like Alexander McQueen and Geo Sender, with a style described as casual, elegant, functional, and sometimes lazy.
• Outsourcing pattern making is crucial for better precision in production, and many fashion houses are not profitable due to focusing on haute couture. Ready-to-wear lines bring in more revenue.

How to draw hands: 3 different poses TUTORIAL | Fashion drawing for beginners #7 | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26XModcXksg

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In this episode, Justine teaches fashion drawing for beginners with three different hand poses. The first pose is a 3/4 front view with the hand on the hip and thumb visible, while the second is also a front pose but with the thumb hidden. The third pose is a runway walking pause where the hand is freely hanging along the body. She explains how to draw each pose in detail, emphasizing the importance of angles, spaces between fingers, and proportions.

Highlights

• 🎨 Three different hand poses for fashion drawing
• 📖 Emphasis on angles, spaces between fingers, and proportions

Key Takeaways

• 🌱 Part of a playlist on fashion drawing for beginners
• 🔊 Previous episodes on back view of the figure and faces in fashion
• ✉️ Subscribe to be notified of new episodes

February favorites: inspiration & pretty images | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPZ6bLcr36I

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The video discusses the inspirations behind fashion designer collections, showcasing visuals from New York Fashion Week. It also features the magic of ballet, a dreamy hometown, and a series by German photographer Hadley Hudson capturing models in their own environments. The Metropolitan Museum of Art announces 375,000 images available for free public access. Hollywood & Emerson promotes ethical fashion, while the video also highlights ethical mass-market clothing sources.

Highlights

• Inspirations behind designer collections at New York Fashion Week
• Ballet and incredible ballet sets and costumes
• Dreamy hometown and German photographer Hadley Hudson’s series
• Metropolitan Museum of Art making 375,000 images available for free public access
• Hollywood & Emerson promoting ethical fashion
• Ethical mass-market clothing sources featured

Key Takeaways

• Fashion designers find inspiration from various sources, including thoughts and people.
• The magic of ballet can inspire and create a dreamy mindset.
• Ballet sets and costumes are incredible works of art.
• The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s free access to 375,000 images allows more people worldwide to experience art.
• Hollywood & Emerson combines glamour, ethics, and sustainability in fashion.
• Ethical mass-market clothing sources offer inspirational options for conscious consumers.

Paris fashion week 2017: review & best-of | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6lAdd49f9g

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Justine, a fashion enthusiast, shares her personal review of just-ended Fashion Week, focusing on designers and their respective collections. Highlights include Stella McCartney’s feminist 80s-inspired collection, Marta Marella Gallano’s deconstructed „Decorti“ collection, Chanel’s space-themed collection, and Alexander McQueen’s long silhouettes. Remember, Justine’s review is subjective and based on her personal preferences.

Highlights

• Stella McCartney: Feminist 80s-inspired looks 👗
• Marta Marella Gallano: Deconstructed „Decorti“ collection 🌀
• Chanel: Space rocket set 🌌
• Alexander McQueen: Long silhouettes 🦢

Key Takeaways

• Justine’s review is subjective and based on her personal preferences.
• Collection is extremely classy and wearable 👠
• Inspired by a tree with ribbons helping wishes come true 🌳
• Aviator jackets, Lawrence of Arabia-inspired capes, and flowy silhouettes featured ✈️
• Collection is primarily red and black as tribute to Riccardo Tisci 🎨

How to draw knitted fabrics | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ww1dY92fKgU

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In this text, a tutorial is presented on how to draw various fabric textures and patterns such as jersey fabric, cable knit sweater, ribbing, and inertia using color markers and color pencils. The tutorial provides two methods for shading cable-knit patterns, techniques for creating realistic drawings of different types of fabric textures and patterns, and an explanation of various knitting patterns and ribbons.

Highlights

• Learn to draw different fabric textures and patterns using color markers and color pencils
• Two methods for shading cable-knit patterns with 3D and Relius effects
• Different types of cable knits and ribbing techniques (one by one, two by two, or two by one)

Key Takeaways

• Alternating pattern: creates intricate designs by alternating between two stitch types in a repeating pattern
• Quick hops: fast technique with short jumps between stitch patterns
• Darker shading: adds depth and texture to knitted work
• Two by two patterns: consist of two rows with hearts or other shapes for visually appealing designs
• Knitting machine lines: use rounded shapes and avoid precise lines to mimic machine effect
• Handmade vs printed look: distinguish between handmade and printed patterns using uneven, organic shapes for the former, and more precise, uniform shapes for the latter

10 style tips from French women | „Parisian chic“ | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAbV5hJzhL4

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Here are some key points from the French style discussion:

• French women usually don’t mix black and brown in outfits; they either wear one or the other.
• They prefer two-color outfit combinations, with blue jeans as a third color.
• When wearing something with a print, the rest of the outfit should consist of solid colors.
• French women avoid old jogging outfits and over-accessorizing.
• In terms of jewelry, it’s either all gold or all silver.
• They prefer investing in high-quality key pieces instead of trendy items.

Highlights

• Don’t mix black and brown in outfits
• Stick to two-color outfit combinations
• Wear blue jeans as a third color
• Avoid old jogging outfits and over-accessorizing
• Choose all gold or all silver jewelry
• Invest in high-quality key pieces instead of trendy items

Key Takeaways

• French women wear clothes that fit properly
• They always wear red lipstick and nail polish, in different shades based on season or mood
• Wear dark/black socks with dark/black shoes; white socks with light-colored shoes

Creative bullet journal: how to start & initial setup | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rg9cTyv4YA

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Starting in April, the author will begin a bullet journal experiment to organize and track their todos, as well as serve as their creative diary and memory keeper. The bullet journal will be customized with various materials, covers, an envelope for gathering items, and two ribbons for closure.

Highlights

• Starting a bullet journal in April
• Materials include a square notebook, spiral binding, textured fabric, glue, double-sided tape, ribbon, and more
• The cover will feature mirrored and textured fabric
• Inside the book will include an envelope for gathering items before pasting them onto the notebook
• Binding and closure will be created using two different ribbons
• First page will focus on books the author has read or liked
• Concrete goals will be set with a maximum of six per month
• Weekly pages will have a consistent structure
• Free space for drawing, thinking, or exploring is available at the end of the book

Key Takeaways

• A bullet journal can serve as an organized planner, memory keeper, and creative diary
• Customize the cover with various materials and textures
• Use different colors for company, YouTube, and personal tasks to stay organized
• Include an envelope for holding small items or notes

10 wardrobe essentials for French style | „Parisian chic“ | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15ttUu6pE8g

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Essential pieces in a French wardrobe include a tailored shirt, an elegant blazer, ballerinas or loafers, a black dress, a flowy T-shirt, and a cashmere turtleneck sweater. Shopping tips emphasize fitting clothing, versatility, and prioritizing quality over quantity. The 4-point method helps avoid impulse purchases. French women invest in high-quality items, such as black high heels, and value functional accessories like scarves and large purses.

Highlights

• Tailored shirt, elegant blazer, ballerinas or loafers, black dress, flowy T-shirt, cashmere turtleneck sweater
• Shopping tips: Fit well, versatile, prioritize quality over quantity
• 4-point method to avoid impulse purchases
• Invest in high-quality items like black high heels and functional accessories

Key Takeaways

• Choose pieces that fit well according to body shape.
• Opt for versatile clothing items for multiple occasions.
• Prioritize quality and functionality in wardrobe choices.

The ideal woman body throughout history + dress form figures | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qk-6Deu_IIQ

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The text discusses the evolution of the perfect woman’s body throughout history, from the 1720s to the current era. It highlights how women’s roles in society and fashion trends have significantly influenced these ideals. The text also raises questions about the future of the ideal body.

Highlights

• Changing ideals of beauty over time
• Influence of women’s roles and fashion trends on body ideals
• Unnatural means used to achieve desired looks (e.g., corsets, surgery)

Key Takeaways

• The ideal woman’s body has changed significantly throughout history due to societal expectations and fashion trends.
• Women currently strive for a flat belly with a thigh gap, but the future of the ideal body remains uncertain.
• Some celebrities resort to unnatural means, such as corsets or surgery, to achieve their desired look.