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  • DON’T MISS OUT! This is only until November 8th!

    DON’T MISS OUT! This is only until November 8th! – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoXXA_aY7nw

    Summary

    Summary:

    The transcript discusses the challenges of the upcoming Christmas season due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, including struggles with postal services and increased parcel volume. The speaker encourages early ordering of their designs, promotes the restocked Mirage jewelry collection on Justine.com GRE, and offers free shipping with code „earlyChristmas22“ for orders placed by November 8th.

    Highlights:
    – Challenges of upcoming Christmas season due to COVID-19 pandemic
    – Postal services struggling with increased parcel volume and reduced staffing
    – Early ordering encouraged for designs
    – Mirage jewelry collection restocked on Justine.com GRE
    – All pieces made in Europe using sustainably sourced materials: sterling silver and 24 karat gold
    – Free shipping site-wide with code „earlyChristmas22“ for orders placed by November 8th
    – Video provides insight into inspiration behind jewelry collection

    Key Takeaways:
    – Early ordering is advised due to challenges in postal services during the holiday season
    – Mirage jewelry collection restocked on Justine.com GRE, made with sustainable materials
    – Free shipping available with code „earlyChristmas22“ for orders placed by November 8th

  • How to make short legs look longer (styling tips) | Justine Leconte

    How to make short legs look longer (styling tips) | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y39MfZ1HHCA

    Summary

    ### Summary

    • Clothing and color tricks can be used to visually elongate legs and enhance overall appearance.
    • Tips include choosing full-length or slightly longer pants, matching shoes with pants, avoiding skinny jeans, and using color tricks like monochromatic outfits.
    • High-waisted pants or shorts paired with a tuckable top can create volume above the waist and make legs appear longer.

    Highlights

    • Use clothing choices to visually elongate legs
    • Match shoes to pants for added effect
    • Utilize color tricks for a more extended appearance

    Key Takeaways

    • Opt for full-length or slightly longer pants to elongate legs
    • Avoid skinny jeans and pants, choose straight-legged or boot cut instead
    • Pair high-waisted pants with tuckable tops to create volume above the waist
  • 20 French fashion brands you’re pronouncing wrong… 😘

    20 French fashion brands you’re pronouncing wrong… 😘 – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

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

    Summary

    ### Summary

    The text lists a variety of popular fashion brands, such as Christian Dior, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Lanvin, Celine, Jacques Mustang, Christian Louboutin, Yves Saint Laurent, Isabelle Marant, Clergerie, Balmain, Cézanne, Alexandre Vautier, Zadig and Voltaire, and Justine Leconte.

    Highlights

    • 👗 Christian Dior
    • 👠 Chanel
    • 👖 Louis Vuitton
    • 🎩 Lanvin
    • 🎭 Celine
    • 👢 Jacques Mustang
    • 🦘 Christian Louboutin
    • 🧥 Yves Saint Laurent
    • 🌳 Isabelle Marant
    • 🛍️ Clergerie
    • 🐍 Balmain
    • 🎨 Cézanne
    • 🤰 Alexandre Vautier
    • 🍯 Zadig and Voltaire
    • 🌸 Justine Leconte

    Key Takeaways

    • 👛 These brands are known for their high quality and fashionable clothing and accessories.
  • Balenciaga’s Self-Made Mess: Did They Mean for This to Happen??

    Balenciaga’s Self-Made Mess: Did They Mean for This to Happen?? – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

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

    Summary

    ### Summary
    – Balenciaga campaign featuring controversial scenes raised public outrage
    – Runway show with models resembling refugees sparked initial controversy
    – Photoshoot for Christmas advertising featured child holding a teddy bear with lock necklace and standing on couch among adult-oriented items
    – Images removed from website and social media after backlash
    – Balenciaga claims to be taking legal action against responsible parties

    Highlights

    • Controversial runway show and photoshoot
    • Public outrage leads to images being removed
    • Balenciaga claims to take legal action against responsible parties

    Key Takeaways

    • Not all individuals or brands in the fashion industry are involved in scandals or have the same values
    • The situation highlights the importance of oversight and approval processes in campaign creation
  • QUIZ! Are your denim jeans sustainable? | Fashion explained

    QUIZ! Are your denim jeans sustainable? | Fashion explained – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pkd42da_ps

    Summary

    ### Summary
    – Dark Blue jeans are more sustainable than Light Blue jeans due to a lower requirement for chemicals and a longer lifespan.

    Highlights

    • Both types require the same quantity of cotton, around 7000 liters of water.
    • Dark blue jeans use indigo dye, while light blue jeans require bleaching with chemicals.
    • Light blue jeans make fibers more fragile and likely to break sooner.

    Key Takeaways

    • Jeans production requires a lot of water, but dark blue jeans have less environmental impact due to fewer chemicals used.
  • The best books I read in 2022 | Justine Leconte

    The best books I read in 2022 | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDNnxHb7R44

    Summary

    ### Summary

    Justin shared his top non-fiction book picks from this year, offering insights into various creative lives and processes. Some key highlights include „A Pool Collector’s Guide to Buying Great Arts,“ „Down and Out in Paris and London,“ „Liquid One, Two, Three, Four,“ and „Daily Rituals: How Artists Work.“

    Highlights

    • Ellen Kage’s insights into art collecting
    • George Orwell’s memoir of life in Paris and London
    • Pinole Bajir’s comic book series on inspiring women
    • Mason Curry’s exploration of artists‘ daily routines

    Key Takeaways

    • Success in creative fields comes from quality, not quantity of work
    • „Threads of Life“ offers a unique perspective on world history through embroidery artworks
    • „Shocking Memories“ provides insights into a couture fashion designer’s life and interactions with the art world
  • Emily in Paris: her style evolution from season 1 to 3 (becoming Parisian??) | Justine Leconte

    Emily in Paris: her style evolution from season 1 to 3 (becoming Parisian??) | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zT9bZ1XxFUQ

    Summary

    ### Summary
    Justin reviews Emily’s style choices across season one to three of a series. Her style evolves from bright colors and multiple prints to more monochromatic looks and a shift towards a French wardrobe.

    Highlights

    • Emily’s wardrobe reflects her personal evolution
    • Season 1: Bright colors, multiple prints and patterns
    • Season 2: Monochromatic looks, French stripes and pearls
    • Season 3: More houndstooth patterns, trousers and longer hemlines
    • Key items: Ankle boots, mini skirts, high heels, belts, crop tops

    Key Takeaways

    • Wardrobe in the show is filled with trendy items at the time
    • Accessories are indicators of trends, appearing and disappearing between seasons
    • Fashion carefully planned to reflect Parisian style
  • 9 Pinterest trends that will dominate 2023 (Fashion & Beauty) ǀ Justine Leconte

    9 Pinterest trends that will dominate 2023 (Fashion & Beauty) ǀ Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-N_YE6HTv4

    Summary

    ### Summary
    In this video, Justin discusses Pinterest’s yearly trend report, highlighting nine selected trends in fashion and lifestyle based on user data. The discussed trends include „Airy Styles,“ „Ruffles,“ „Gemini Hair,“ hair and nail color trends related to undertones, nail and hair trends shifting toward practicality, sci-fi elements in fashion, gamer communities influencing fashion, and the „YOLO“ trend. The pandemic has made people reconsider their lifestyles, with Pinterest seeing increased searches from all age groups. Romantic core and iconic moments are becoming popular, fringes are a major trend in fashion but may not remain timeless, and hair and scalp care is gaining importance due to Covid-related side effects.

    Highlights

    • 📈 Pinterest’s yearly trend report reveals insights into upcoming trends based on user data
    • 👗 Nine selected trends in fashion and lifestyle are discussed: Airy Styles, Ruffles, Gemini Hair, undertones in hair color, practical nail and hair trends, sci-fi elements, gamer communities influencing fashion, and the „YOLO“ trend
    • 🌍 The pandemic has caused people to reconsider their lifestyles, resulting in increased searches on Pinterest from all age groups
    • 💇‍♂️ Romantic core and iconic moments are becoming popular in movies and social media
    • 👩‍🦱 Fringes are a major fashion trend but may not remain timeless
    • 🧖‍♀️ Hair and scalp care are gaining importance due to Covid-related side effects

    Key Takeaways

    • 💡 The pandemic has made people reconsider their lifestyles, leading to increased searches on Pinterest from all age groups
    • 🌐 Romantic core and iconic moments are becoming popular in movies and social media, influencing fashion trends
    • ✂️ Fringes are a major trend in fashion but may not remain timeless
    • 🎨 Handcrafted traditions like origami, papier-mâché, and papel picado may influence future fashion trends
  • My 8 rules for a stylish wardrobe (true for every style & every season) | Justine Leconte

    My 8 rules for a stylish wardrobe (true for every style & every season) | Justine Leconte – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vx1Do5u1YrM

    Summary

    ### Summary

    In this video, Justine shares her tips on building a stylish wardrobe that you won’t get bored of. She provides eight tips to help you create a versatile and timeless wardrobe.

    Highlights

    • Focus on high-quality basics
    • Choose timeless over trendy
    • Color up your standard look
    • Invest in versatile garments
    • Embrace minimalism
    • Make use of layering
    • Accessorize wisely
    • Care for your clothes

    Key Takeaways

    • Building a stylish wardrobe involves choosing high-quality, timeless, and versatile pieces.
    • Accessories can help update your look without buying new clothes.
    • Proper care of your clothes can extend their life and maintain their quality.
  • How to spot a counterfeit designer handbag (don’t get scammed!)

    How to spot a counterfeit designer handbag (don’t get scammed!) – Justine Leconte officiel

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4TW1lCCS6M

    Summary

    ### Summary
    The global market for counterfeit goods is massive, with handbags being a common target due to their high cost and longevity. When investing in a handbag, it’s crucial to ensure you’re not buying a fake one. Here are five things to check when purchasing a luxury product: Brand Characteristics, Materials, Craftsmanship, Proof of Authenticity, Price and Reputation.

    Highlights

    • 🎒 Buy a Designer Handbag: Tips for Authenticity
    • 🌐 Check the Brand’s Website
    • 🎨 Analyze Materials and Craftsmanship
    • 🩱 Consider Secondhand Handbags
    • 🧵 Examine Non-Leather Materials
    • ✂️ Look for Edge Paint
    • 🤝 Seek Expert Opinions
    • 📜 Proof of Authenticity
    • 💸 Price and Authenticity
    • 🛍️ Retailers and Authenticity

    Key Takeaways

    • Research the brand’s reputation and compare prices to ensure you’re getting a legitimate product.
    • Be suspicious of handbags priced significantly lower than the recommended retail price on the brand’s website or marked as discounted.