Girls learn fashion modeling, more in FSK Mall program

Aug. 05--Most little girls dream of walking the runway in the latest fashions. But it takes more than just putting on pretty clothes and strolling in front of a crowd.
At the Francis Scott Key Mall, 37 "tweens" ages 9 to 12 and 22 teens ages 13 to 17 are going through a week-long fashion camp. Two former models who have a consulting and training firm teach the girls how to walk, talk and dress.

Vicki Tamburo and Tracy Gargon of Dress to Impress LLC are working with the girls on healthy eating, manners, self confidence and other life skills. At 1 p.m. Saturday at Center Court at the mall, the 59 models will show the latest fashions and accessories from mall shops.
"For years we did a Style Squad once a month," said Christina Steinbrenner, group marketing director for the mall.
In that program, teens could come to the mall, be trained in modeling and see the latest fashions. "It was hard for everyone to set the time and everything once a month, so we decided on the week-long camp," she said. "We also added the younger girls, previously it was just teens."
So far, the program has brought rave reviews from parents and store owners. The girls have learned manners, confidence and respect, which has impressed the parents and shopkeepers. They get a T-shirt and a backpack for taking part.

"Vicki and Tracy get to know every girl by name," Steinbrenner said. "They pick out the clothes the girls will wear. Sometimes the girls will say they wouldn't have chosen those particular clothes, but once they put them on and practice for the show, they change their minds."

Steinbrenner said the fashion camp is so popular, dozens of girls had to be turned away. The cap is set at 60 participants. Camp participants will do another fashion show next spring and could be asked to volunteer for Halloween and Christmas events at the mall, such as the arrival of Santa Claus.
"They are our mall ambassadors," Steinbrenner said of the girls. "They are the next generation of shoppers."

Material girl at macys

Madonna is one of the few people that almost every person knows regardless of age, where they live or what language they speak. There are many reasons why Madonna has become so iconic, one of them being her style and fashion sense. Whether on stage, on the red carpet or just at the grocery store, Madonna gives observers something to talk about when it come to what she is wearing. It is no wonder that now many eagerly await the grand deput of the new line, Material Girl, in Chicago. Material Girl is the product of the collaboration among Madonna, her daughter Lola, and Iconix Brand Group's in-house fashion department. Found exclusively at Macy's, Material Girl redefines teenage girls' fashion.
The date to set on your agenda for the big unveiling is August 3rd. The place to be: Macy's on State Street (111 N. Street). The events of the day will take place on the second floor in the Junior's department, starting at 10:00 a.m. Be early for the chance to be one of the first 200 customers that receive a $10 Macy's giftcard and free bandeau top from the new line. If you are very lucky you may be one of the four people to win a t-shirt autographed by Madonnna. There is no need to despair if you are not one of those first 200 or one of the other four, there is much more going on to celebrate the launch of Material Girl that day. At 5:30 p.m. there will be a dance party, with a DJ, open to all customers. You will be free to enjoy fashion, music and refreshments!!! Also, with every $50 Material Girl purchase, you receive a free gift.
So what can you expect from Material Girl? The line promises to be revolutionary and unlike the norms of teenage fashion. With various items included in the line (clothes, bags, shoes, and jewelry), prices range from $12.00-$40.00. In Fall 2010, the line will primarily focus on different prints and embellishments. This season, it is very much about oxymorons and opposites, breaking the ideas of what should or should not go together. Take something girly like a tulled skirt and pair it with heavy boots. Material Girl is about being original and fashionable just like Madonna, her daughter and the face of the line, Gossip Girl's Taylor Momsen. The line has some similarities to what Momsen's character wears on the show.
Surely, Material Girl will not dissapoint. Coming from Madonna, Material Girl is without a doubt to be amazing and the object of evey fashionista's desire.

Britney Spears School Girls Fashion Line

Britney Spears School Girls Fashion Line – When you think of Britney Spears you probably don’t think of your typical school girl. Spears is just 28 years old but she’s already started her first collection of clothing. She’s working for the Iconix Brand Group Inc’s Candie’s brand. Britney has been one of the head figures for the brand throughout the last three seasons. Now Spears has started her own Juniors collection of clothing, appropriately labeling it “Britney for Candie’s.” The clothing line will only be sold at Kohl’s Department stores whom they have an exclusive contract with. You can expect to see Britney’s new clothing line in stores on July 1st which will aid the “back-to-school” buying session for next school year.
Britney released a statement about her new clothing saying “Designing was a really fun, new way for me to express my creativity and I really wanted to create something by me for my fans.”

Britney also said that the clothing collection was inspired by some of her favorite books, movies and music. She says the clothing implements a variety of day and evening looks for young children. Everything will be available from jeans to dresses.

Her tagline for the clothing is “Designed by me for you!” It’s expected that there will be some marketing done to promote her new appearance. Spears just finished up a world tour that she completed for her 2008 album “Circus.” Circus was reported as her comeback album from the trouble she’s faced in the music industry. Britney has undergone many public embarrassments like losing custody of her kids, entering rehab and shaving her head. Britney’s most promising career achievements were her teenage years when she was a pop superstar.