Trends Spotting at UNT

  This week in one of my fashion class we were introduced to Bill Cunningham, world famous fashion photographer who have made a career from taking snapshots on the streets of New York. Cunningham photos have been featured in renounced magazines and are adored by top fashion editors.

So for one week I set out to be the Bill Cunningham of UNT. I walked around campus in search of odd and fabulous trends worth gossiping about.

One of my fave spotted trend is the denim on denim look.

Denim on denim has always been casted as a fashion no-no, even I myself would never have the courage to attempt such a trend. Yet I came across these daring ladies who rocked this look. Way to go ladies, because you guys are looking fabulous!

 

Tribal prints are definitely in right now. This is a trend that must be worn with confident and personality. 

 

Okay I know you will love this very glam trend: FUR

Ever since I have gotten he chance to work with fur in the International Fur REMIX Competition, I have been keeping an eye for fur trends. I am very interested in the many different colors and textures of fur, as well as the many ways the fur can be incorporated in everyday outfits. I even notice the different types of closures used on fur items. 

Check out this super trendy fur vest paired with a contrasting orange handbag. 

 

I am so in LOVE with this gorgeous fur boots! I had to dodge cars across a street to catch this shot!

 

I have always has a love for handbags and accessories, so of course, I have to take pictures of these awesome across the shoulder bags that I came across.

Over the shoulder bags are so fashionable, yet functional to have as a college student. It can be used both a purse and a book bag. You can even stash in there your favorite beauty products or a light lunch snack.

 

Bonus: FAVORITE find of the week:

This amazing tribal printed handbag!

Isn’t it to die for? This bag must have been hand weaved because there is no way this can be store bought. It is totally unique and can be paired with modern pieces to create a totally edgy look.

My Inspirations

Among the beautiful things in life that inspires me, some of the most important have to be nature, art, architecture, and the simple everyday objects around me.

Photo of a plant that I took as inspiration

    Nature brings out the feminine side of my work. It is soft, organic, intricate, and dynamic in movements. The little things in nature sometimes are considered insignificant and ignored, like a dead tree, an insect, or a tiny leaf; they are all beautiful to me. 

I incorporate nature in my design from the use of asymmetrical designs with intricate details, like my handmade roses, beading, tulle and lace fabrics. 

"Dragonfly" watercolor 22" x 30"

This was a dress I designed after closely studying insects in a laboratory for several days.

A page in my sketchbook

I have a rich background in art ever since I was a child. I had always draw inspirations from my own artwork or work from other artists. 

Art brings out the fun, colorful, and creative side of me. It reminds me that rules are there to break and that I should live in the moment and let my feelings and emotions guide my design.

Architecture inspires the edginess and structural side of my work. Studying architecture intrigues me because it is deliberate, strong, calculated, and brings modern touches to my designs.

Elements of architecture can be seen in my work of corsets, jackets, sportswear pieces, and handbags.

"McConnel Tower" Ink on paper 22" x 18"

 For a week I sat in front of the UNT Administration Building to create this piece.

Everyday objects can also have a big influence on me. I may walk through a thrift store and see something that is considered trash and turn it into something beautiful that I can incorporate in my work. Sometimes I will find an interesting handbag or clothing item in my closet with a beautiful color, print, or design element that will inspire my next creation.

Still-life of some objects that I drew. Complementary pastel colors. 22" x  18"