Men

Men....what about them? Independent, the head of the house hold, trustworthy, go getter's, and etc. But for some reason I'm coming across Men that have all those qualities but........ they are already in an relationship. What wrong with these Men do i have Depressed or i will settle for the mysterious place written across my face. Whats wrong with the Men in this society today, their definition of relationship in on another level. and the Men are stepping out of their character. But i am to fly and full of confidence to settle for a Boy that thinks he's an Man. so what's the definition of a Man. MMmmmmmmmmmmm!!!!!!

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What Is She Wearing? Fashion Laws Of Politics

Participants in this year's Fashion Week, now under way in New York, have to share a bit of the spotlight with a smaller group of trendsetters being closely judged for their own sense of style: women in the political forefront. In a presidential election season, Americans are not only scrutinizing the candidates for their positions on such issues as the economy. There are also strong opinions forming, among voters and in the blogosphere, about the sense of fashion embraced by the candidates' wives, Michelle Obama and Cindy McCain. We've always looked at what first ladies-to-be, or first ladies wear pearls,and stay away from the "bling." Flashy clothes and accessories could be seen as pretentious, potentially blinding voters from embracing their message. It's just part of the game.

Trends for fall 2008

For fall 2008 here are the colors that u will see this year. so stay updated and make sure you stay in style.

Sagging: A History

Many trends have come and gone, but most people are not aware of where the trend began or how long they will last. Most trends tend not to have long staying power. One trend that has had more than 10 years of popularity is sagging pants. Sagging pants is the art of wearing ones pants below the waist, usually hanging low enough to show underwear. There is some controversy as to where it started. So has the trend been popularized from behind prison walls? Or is it the influence of hip-hop?

One theory of how sagging pants originated is from prison in the 1990s. Prisoners are given oversized uniforms without belts. Belts are a popular way to commit suicide; by hanging oneself, to hang others, or to be used as a weapon in fights. Other reason is that when they wear their pants below the waist is that it is sign that says that they are homosexual.

Sagging pants were not meant to be trend for the males. The other reason was that wearing your pants below your waist states that you were another inmate’s property. The inmate who related the story was an elderly black gentleman who had been sentenced to life in prison and had been there for over fifty years. He marveled how such a mark of shame has become a fashion statement. He says “that younger inmates don't believe him when he tells them, but swears it's the truth”.

The trend has been contributed to the influence of the music industry. Many artists, in the hip-hop genre, were known for letting their pants sag. It became more common to see rappers, like Dr. Dre, Snoop Dog and Lil Wayne, in a video with their pants sagging to right at below their hips. It became even more popular as these same rappers began their own clothing labels. Clothing labels, like Phat Farm, Ecko and FUBU, are known for not even offering a small sized men’s shirt.

The characteristic of the low-slung look became mainstream and took off during the early 1990's when Calvin Klein used rapper Marky Mark in their advertising campaign for underwear. This advertising campaign was the first glimpse of men showing their underwear in a sexy way.

The sagging pants trend made way to skateboarders in the suburbs and high school hallways. Work wear brands such as Dickies and Ben Davies designed baggy clothing that became popular with skateboarders.

As the trend grew, it began to influence the styles of jeans. Low-rise jeans are intended to sit low on, or below, the hips. More men and women began to wear underwear to function with their low-rise jeans. However, the look has been predominantly male and the recent trend for women to reveal their G-string underwear. Low-rise jeans may be worn to display more skin at the waist, torso, and hips. Low-rise jeans may also partially reveal the buttocks when the wearer sits down or bends over. Cleavage becomes visible.

Designers Law Sterotypes

FASHION, DESIGNER, ACTION

Charlotte's Fashion Week is coming sooner then you think. The events will take place September 18-20; is when History begins. Being able to be a part, make me so excited. Fashion week will open up many opportunities for Charlotte.



Charlotte's fashion week is bringing wonderful designers from Atlanta to New York. Giving the city what they have only seen on TV and Youtube. This will also be a great networking opportunity to put your name in the industry.

Janelle Coleman is 28 year old Production Assistant for MTV. She considers herself a trendsetter, because she dresses comfortably while on the job. Janelle says, "My style is unique" She remains on her feet all day, but that does not stop her clothing habits. While shooting productions all day she has to wear comfortable trendy pieces. This allows her drees down or up depending on the occasion afterwards. She say, "I'm always always ready for any occasion. I can go out to eat with my friends or walk downtown after work".

Janelle doesn't care about designers garments at all times. "If there's a sale, i'm there", Janelle says. She is very electic when it come to her peices. She stops in a variety of stores, boutiques and malls. This gives her a broader selection for her closet. Since working as a employee of Nordstrom; she found out she can be cute and comfortable at th same time.