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What's New on FashionClub.com—Prom 2010 Trends!

Prom is almost here and FashionClub.com brings you all the hot trends so you can get shopping!

The focus is on vintage styles as inspired by iconic fashionable couples from the past! FIDM Grad and Celeb Stylist Cassey Sawhill (who also styled our amazing shoot!) shares, "Prom is all about making your look your own and getting creative! Today's trends tap into the creative spirit by channeling some of the past decades' hottest looks."

Our first couple is Gatsby and Daisy from F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby." Fabulous sundrenched, airy, and elegant is what this '20s look is all about—sheer, beaded dresses, cascading pearls, and oversized hair accessories.

They didn't call it the Roaring '20s for nothing—read all about that amazing time in history on Catwalk. It was a fab time for music and having fun!

Plus, be sure to find out how to make your look fresh on Makeover Magic!

Our next fabulous couple is Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall from the '40s. Old Hollywood Glam—simple silhouettes, gem tones and subdued satins are huge—quietly understated, yet so, so strong.

Everything makes sense when you put fashion into an historical perspective. Check out what made the '40s so incredibly special in Catwalk. 

Find out how to get those red lips just right on Makeover Magic. Also, check out What's Haute for Spring. Loving the oversized tee!

Stay tuned for more prom looks coming very soon! Hint: the '50s and '70s...

What's New on FIDM's FashionClub.com

The moment you've been waiting for—new articles on fashionclub.com!

Find out on Catwalk how Fashion Club takes three of the hottest runway looks and makes them all their own.

And for those of you who'd like to go on a textile tour, head over to Chic Street. Find out where plaid came from and why it's so hot today!

Makeover Magic For The New Year

Have you made your resolutions yet? Well, even if you're not that type, we could all use a fresh new outlook (with an emphasis on "look") for the 12 fabulous months ahead. Fashion Club brings you four hot looks—and how to get them—for the new year!

Au Naturale

This look is marked by free-flowing hair and makeup that blends in with your skin tone. Neutral color lipgloss makes the perfect pout. Try Wet n Wild's MegaSlicks Lip Gloss ($1.99).

Bronzer is a great way to get that sun-kissed organic look without the skin damage sunbathing can bring. For a total splurge, pick up Chanel's Radiant Glow Highlighting Powder ($65).

Tres Chic

Hey there, glamour girl, you know who you are. It's time to pull your hair back and NOT throw it into a pony! Instead, spray some texturizer into your roots, piece it out, and pin it back for an alluring look. Frederic Fekkai makes a great product called Coiff Bouffant Lifting and Texturizing Spray Gel ($23).

A statement lip color is another perfect way to achieve a sophisticated look. This Pop Beauty Lipstick ($13) will wow the best of them (plus the tube is so cute).

Into the Night

This is the best hairstyle to take you from day to night: half up, half down (ideal for those of you with commitment issues...LOL!). Try Bumble and bumble's Styling Creme ($23). It'll bump up needed volume, lift your roots, and hold your curls.

Keep your makeup minimal during the day and punch it up at some point before nightfall. Define your eyes with black eyeliner. Then blend in some shades of grey shadow to create the best smokey eyes ever. Try Benefit's aptly named Smokin' Eyes ($36).

Love the step-by-step diagram that comes with...

Romantic

What images come to mind when you think romance? Flowers, candles, love letters...awww. Well, when it comes to beauty, romance is all about the eyes and hair! The bigger eyelashes, the better. Swipe mascara over your own lashes, then apply the fakes. Try Flirt-It Lash Duo ($8).

Cascading curls add to the charm. Bed Head's Foxy Curls Extreme Curl Mousse ($14.99) will work wonders.

Curious about the fashion behind these beauty shots? See fashionclub.com for all the looks, and the FIDM student textiles that inspired them!

–Gigi Hooghkirk

FashionClub.com Brings You Top Trends In Textile Design!

 

Textile design is so integral to fashion and our daily lives that Fashion Club has dedicated the entire month of January to tell you everything you need to know about it!

Be sure to read our feature story to learn how the themes of our fashion shoot (Romantic, Light Tech, and Asian) came about. Hint, hint—we were inspired by the textile designs of three amazingly talented FIDM students, Ashley Holland, Marina Gabriel, and Hallie Hoffman! The story also takes an in-depth look at FIDM's surface design process. Who knew that designs are hand-painted before they are scanned into the computer for manipulation? Textile designers are true artists!

Curious to know What's Haute in textile design? Fashion Club covers everything from sweaters to Chanel to shower curtains! Plus, there's a link to a cool Pottery Barn video showing the textile design process "at work."

This month's Reel Good Fashion takes a look at movies, past and present, saturated in textile design. If you haven't seen Sofia Coppola's Marie Antoinette, you will fall in love with the prints on her gorgeous gowns.

Can you imagine studying Geology and Geochemistry, and working as an oceanographer in the Navy before going into...wait for it...shoe design?! That's just what FIDM Student Lori Mellonzi did. We can't wait to see the impact this designer will have in the fashion world with such a diverse background. Get the inside scoop on what it's like to be a Footwear Design Student at FIDM on Who Said What.

Do you have a passion for learning and a love of all things fashion? Start your own High School FIDM Fashion Club and make a difference at your school. There's no better time to explore your options than now. FIDM offers 18 exciting majors including Textile Design, Fashion Design, and Footwear Design. Don't you just love like-minded people.

–Gigi Hooghkirk

Fashion Influence on Footwear

We feel fashion all the way down to our toes. Did you ever think about what influences footwear design? We've taken a look at some of the hottest styles this season and the look in fashion that inspired it.

Grey J. Crew sweater ($298) and Gucci boots ($1050).

 

Cowl neck top at Forever 21 ($17.80) and Irregular Choice bootie ($145).

 

Vintage style faux fur coat by Top Shop ($140) and Miu Miu sandals.

 

Forever 21 lace top ($27.80) and Urban Outfitters lace-ups ($24).

 

For additional uhhmazing connections between fashion and footwear, check out What's Haute on FashionClub.com! Zippers, belts, ruffles, and more—you're gonna love it.

–Gigi Hooghkirk

Step Out for the Holidays with FashionClub.com!

Shoes, shoes, shoes! This winter, discover your very own stylish tidings by Stepping Out for the Holidays, December's exciting theme from FashionClub.com!

Love fashionable footwear? Wow your friends and family by impressing them with your incredible knowledge of shoes! Even Carrie Bradshaw would be impressed if she visited our incredible holiday section devoted to Blahniks, Choos, Louboutins, and More!

Looking for the perfect dress to cap a wonderful holiday season? We've got you covered! For a limited time, we're featuring One holiday dress... Four ways! And if that wasn't enough, we're bringing you the Looks from Winter's Coolest Films! Brrr... You just can't help but be excited about that one!

Finally, beat the chill with a warm dose of creativity! Do you have dreams of a career in the fashion industry? This holiday season, watch as we turn them into reality! By entering our Design-a-Tote FIDM Scholarship Competition, you could win a $1,000 scholarship towards attending FIDM!

Don't hesitate a moment longer! Step into style this winter with FashionClub.com!

--Alaythia

Red Hot Shoes

Nothing brightens up a look like red shoes, especially this time of year. Throw on some of these dazzlers and you can't go wrong. Just ask Dorothy.

Patent pumps with fabric detail, $129, Irregular Choice, irregularchoice.com

 

Suede pumps with ruffle toe, $109.95, Steve Madden, stevemadden.com

Patent leather sandals, $72, Schuh, schuh.co.uk

FIDM recently hosted the Ruby Slipper Collection Exhibition, showcasing world-famous shoe designers' interpretations of Dorothy's shoes in honor of the 70th Anniversary of Warner Bros.' The Wizard of Oz. Check out the Jimmy Choos (and more!) on FashionClub.com.

–Gigi Hooghkirk

Missa's DIY Video: Holiday Gift Series - Embellished Tights

In any girl's wardrobe, there are few items quite as versatile as a pair of great tights. This winter, give your friends the ultimate stocking stuffer with the third and final installment from Missa's DIY Video: Holiday Gift Series!

Add a touch of originality to your holiday gift-giving by joining future student of FIDM's Fashion Design School, Maryssa "Missa" Stumpf of Missa by Design as she shows you how to make a stylish pair of embellished tights. 

Enjoy!

--Alaythia 

Missa's DIY Video: Holiday Gift Series - Jewel-Collared Sweater

Every winter, nothing comes close to the sheer comfort and warmth of the perfect sweater. This holiday season, delight someone on your list with the latest gem from Missa's DIY Video: Holiday Gift Series!

Kick your creativity into overdrive with future student of FIDM's Fashion Design School, Maryssa "Missa" Stumpf of Missa by Design as she shows how to make the perfect jewel-collared sweater. 

Enjoy!

--Alaythia

Contest Winner: Day 7 of 12 Days of Giving

Gloria W. of Atwater High School is the winner of our FashionClub.com 12 Days of Giving Contest, Day 7. She'll receive a FashionClub.com prize pack featuring FashionClub.com branded Keds, a FashionClub.com t-shirt, and a few other FashionClub.com branded goods.

Here's her winning essay:

After working hard at my fashion boutique all year, I would share the love by donating $100 to a charity that continues to give love every single day of the year, the American Humane Association. I find this charity quite deserving because they have open arms and open doors to animals as well as children. They stride to protect creatures who can't speak for themselves as well as others. They give second chances to children and animals that have suffered through violent acts who may have not of gotten the opportunity on their own. The American Humane Association has a mission that is quite admirable and stands out from other charities to myself because they believe in creating a safer world for the most vulnerable. And never fail to show the most heartfelt compassion and love through training, support, and advocacy.

Today's prize is a Betsey Johnson Dottin Around Bag ($88 value).

You have until 8 am tomorrow to enter. Good luck!