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Opposite Left: Creative Direction and Styling: Fatima Hasanova Photographer: Lorna Kelley Photography Assistance: Naomi Cowen Model: Jasrun Kaur Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Eleanor May Green
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Everytime Zine is an independent, online, editorially led, submission based fashion and lifestyle magazine. Each issue follows a new theme in which creatives are invited to submit to. The first issue was titled: Escape
Images taken from: Everytime Zine Images are various creatives who submitted to the issue
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Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Kira Riess
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Ipseity Zine was an online Fashion and Lifestyle Magazine produced as part of my Final Major Project with the aim to bring together sound, visual and written content from upcoming undefined creatives and individuals around the West Midlands I created two issues titled: Identity and Undiscovered
Images taken from: Ipseity Zine Images are various creatives who submitted to the issue
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Model: Karol Paszczuk Photographer: Paige Rhianne
"WHATEVER I CREATE HAS TO BE TRUE TO ME, SO THE WEIRDER THE BETTER"
Model: Karol Paszczuk Photographer: Paige Rhianne Clothing: Models Own
WHAT DO YOU INSPIRE FROM? I always look for something that stands out from the crowd, it can be anything, a colour, a shape, different material or even a smell. As long as its different and it catches my eye. I think about how did it draw my attention, how could it be beneficial to my own project or style. Whatever I create it has to be true to me, so the weirder the better.
DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS That's a hard one! Well, I’d definitely say I’m inappropriate [laughs] openminded too I guess and funny. Bit more crazy than funny but still funny yeah [laughs]
TELL US A BIT ABOUT YOUR BRAND AKEEM ADAMS My brand is edgy, out the box pieces that really bold people would wear. Most people look at my stuff and are like 'wow that's really interesting, I’d never think to wear anything like that.' But its just the way my mind works I create things that speak volumes. I create clothes for people that want to make a statement.
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"THE THINGS I'VE BEEN THROUGH AND THE CHALLENGES I'VE FACED ALL REFLECT IN THE CLOTHES THAT I WEAR
HOW DO YOU THINK THAT RELATES TO YOUR STYLE AS A PERSON? I don’t really like to talk much, I like to let my clothes speak for me. The style of my brand now is really urban and perhaps retro at the same time of being really modern and futuristic. I grew up in the Caribbean so it was an environment with lots of colours. Model: Akeem Adams Photographer: Paige Rhianne Clothing: Models Own
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Model: Akeem Adams Photographer: Paige Rhianne
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Model: Kira Riess Photographer: Paige Rhianne
ON YOUR BLOG DO YOU CREATE A CHARACTER OR A STYLE YOU LIKE TO PERCEIVE?
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I actually think it is who I am but I think the thing with social media is that we’re able to perfect or create a better version of who we are. And I think that's definitely inspired me to be a bit more creative with that and perhaps have fun with how I want to be viewed as online. So with my style and the whole look online is who I am but its also a more extreme, expressive, crazy version of who I am at the same time.
MY STYLE AND WHOLE LOOK ONLINE IS WHO I AM BUT ITS ALSO A MORE EXTREME EXPRESSIVE, CRAZY VERSION OF WHO I AM AT THE SAME TIME TOO
Model: Kira Riess Photographer: Paige Rhianne Clothing: Models Own
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PHOTOGRAPHER AND DIRECTION: PAIGE RHIANNE MODEL: ELEANOR MAY GREEN
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TONAL Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Marcin Kozlowski Designer and Stylist: Tomas Bendik Shot for Designer: Tomas Bendik's Collection
Opposite Left and Right: Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Marcin Kozlowsk Designer and Stylist : Tomas Bendik Boots and Belt: Stylists own
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EARRINGS AND TROUSERS: BOTTLE BLONDE STUDIO TOP AND EARRINGS: STYLISTS OWN
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Opposite Left and Right: Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Marcin Kozlowsk Designer and Stylist : Tomas Bendik Boots and Belts: Stylists own
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EARRINGS AND TROUSERS: BOTTLE BLONDE STUDIO TOP AND EARRINGS: STYLISTS OWN
Opposite Left and Right: Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Marcin Kozlowsk Designer and Stylist : Tomas Bendik Boots and Belt: Stylists own
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STYLIST AND PHOTOGRAPHER: PAIGE RHIANNE MODEL: PAIGE STEVENS Trippy, hyper, multi-exposure 'Dripping in Excess' explores buying excessively into fashion trends, both ones you love or fad trends bought for the sake of staying 'on trend'. Shot for: My final major project Ipseity Zine
Opposite Left and Right: Stylist and Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Paige Stevens Jacket: Bottle Blonde Studio Dress and Earrings: Kennedy
Opposite Left and Right: Stylist and Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Paige Stevens Jacket: Bottle Blonde Studio Dress and Earrings: Kennedy Sunglasses: Primark
WHEN I CLOSE MY EYES Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Eleanor May Green An editorial shot for Everytime Zine based off the theme 'Escape'
EARRINGS AND TROUSERS: BOTTLE BLONDE STUDIO TOP AND EARRINGS: STYLISTS OWN
Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Eleanor May Green Clothing and Accessories: Models Own
Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Eleanor May Green Clothing: Models Own
R E B E L Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Kira Riess
'Rebel against Expression' was all about exploring the look and feel of a person expressing their real identity. How makeup, the way they dress and their body language can really change when they become who they are. Rebel against expression shows you the raw side of a persons true self and when they begin to rebel.
Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Kira Riess Outfit: Models Own
THE BURNING COLLECTION Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Eleanor May Green Designer and Stylist: Chloe Hollingsworth Shot for Bottle Blonde Studio's Summer Campaign with the theme 'Burning Man Festival'
Opposite Left : Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Lucy Cole Designer and Stylist: Chloe Hollingsworth Bodysuit: Nobodys Child Earrings and belt: Bottle Blonde Studio Boots and Headpiece: Stylists Own Right Bodysuit: Nobodys Child BODYSUIT: NOBODYS CHILD Earrings, Sunglasses, Choker and Trousers: EARRINGS AND TROUSERS: Bottle Blonde Studio BOTTLE BLONDE STUDIO :
Opposite Left and Right: Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Lucy Cole Designer and Stylist: Chloe Hollingsworth Earrings, Trousers, Sunglasses and Choker: Bottle Blonde Studio Top: Stylists Own
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CAN WE STOP BUYING CLOTHES FOR THE HELL OF IT? Written by: Paige Rhianne
Fashion is the second largest polluter on the planet. Isn't it about time we started changing our attitudes and our habits to buying before its too late? I recently watched 'Stacey Dooley Investigates Fashions Dirty Secrets' which is, by the way, a really great documentary highlighting the effect the fashion industry is having on the world- definitely one to pop on Iplayer if you haven't managed to catch it. For those that have though I noticed a real positive conversation from people who have a power and influence over their readers or viewers, whether that be across blogs or instagram informing their audience on ways to change, things to be aware of and what exactly we can do to help. Photographer: Jamie O'Toole Model and Styling: Paige Rhianne
I am quite ashamed to say that upon watching the documentary it didn’t surprise me in so many waysthat's not to say I wasn't alarmed by the pollution from the textile industry. Especially from the segment about the pollution that gets poured into the rivers in Citarum and the effects it has on the people who live there or the part about The Aral Sea- that was by the way, half the size of England at one time. It has now almost gone and that is partly to do with the Fashion Industry.
I’ll be quite honest in saying that much like Stacey at the end of the episode she speaks about the part she will play after creating the documentary telling us she won’t stop shopping altogether- something I think we can all agree in saying we won’t either, but it's something we can make more of an effort in being aware of. There are a number of different ways to shop as well as small things you can do to change your habits that don't harm (as much of) the planet.
In the documentary Stacey also spoke to the general public about Cotton and the amount of water it requires in order to make a pair of jeans or a shirt for example, the result of which is astounding. Being taught about the effects the fashion Industry has on the world was something I have always been made aware of having covered topics on it during my fashion degree. It’s incredibly daunting and scary that this problem is no longer in the future but is happening right now. Fashion is, unfortunately, polluting our planet.
"It’s incredibly daunting and scary that this problem is no longer in the future but is happening right now. Fashion is, unfortunately, polluting our planet"
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The Aral Sea 10 years apart via nature.com
Prior to watching Stacey's documentary I'm quite proud in saying I've never been an excessive shopper, or speaking from the perspective of a blogger I've never influenced my readers to buy said item or taught them to 'buy more'. The amount of hauls I've done I could count on one hand. My shopping habits have always been buying because I love something and knowing I'll regret it if I left it behind or because I know I'll wear it. If I don't and can't take it back, straight on Depop it goes to let somebody else love it.
That's not to say that I've always been a saint when it comes to buying fashion- not that I am claiming I am now, I still occasionally contribute to fast fashion and buy because I enjoy doing it. I remember a time however I wouldn't think twice before picking up a garment in a shop and carrying it straight to the counter because I liked it only to return home and ask myself after a week of having it in my wardrobe, why did I buy this again?
TAKE YOUR TIME WITH BUYING Let's be honest some things belong on the hanger left in the shop. If you aren't certain about an item it's better to mull it over before you take the plunge. Moving forward it's about learning from your mistakes and asking yourself questions before you buy. Do i really need it? Will i get much wear out of it? Do I have a similar piece in my wardrobe already? It's about taking a step back and really accessing whether buying the item would benefit you in any way. My top tip? Picture an outfit or at least 3 outfits in your mind that you could wear with the piece you want to buy and if you can't it's best to leave it. It's about being mindful to not buy unnecessarily so often, being sustainable is about being more conscious of your actions.
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MAKE AN INVESTMENT OR BUY PRELOVED I often frequent Depop or Ebay when I'm after a something in particular. Not everything on there is used often, especially on Depop bloggers sell pieces that they've been gifted from a brand, or worn once and are getting rid of. I often stumble across pieces that were bought as a gift or couldn't be returned, brand new, or barely worn for a fraction of the price in comparison to buying the item in-store. On the other hand making an investment in a sustainable piece can be better in the long run, though it may be more expensive it should stand the test of time. Always quality over quantity. Whether it's a big or a small step you take in changing your buying habits or your contribution to fast fashion it all in turn can make a big difference. Something that the planet will (I hope) thank us for.
"Moving forward it's about learning from your mistakes and asking yourself questions before you buy. Do i really need it? Will i get much wear out of it? Do I have a similar piece in my wardrobe already?"
Another step is to learn to work with what you already have before plunging into unnecessary purchases. Sometimes harder said than done I know, but it allows you to find pieces you forgot about, or rework pieces you were getting tired of. It's about looking at your clothes from a new angle, have I tried to put it with that before? What style do I want to achieve?
SHOP INDEPENDENTLY You may not realise but smaller brands can, in fact, be more aware and play a part in being more sustainable. Working behind the scenes previously for an independent brand called Bottle Blonde Studio they made a lot of one-off zero waste pieces that were made from the excess of other pieces they make, so that no a part of the fabric was wasted. Not only them but brands like Burnt Soul for example make Eco Lycra made from 100% recycled fabrics such as plastic bottles. Another brand called Soul and Flare which describe their brand as 'reduce, reuse, repair and recycle' whereby they sell only clothes that fall under those categories. More recently I came across a brand on Instagram called Charity Fashion Live that during LFW recreated the looks in real time using only what they found in charity shops. They also invite guest bloggers onto their page to share their tips and tricks when it comes to shopping charity or creating DIYs.
Photographer: Jamie O'Toole Model and Styling: Paige Rhianne
GROW UP. Behind the scenes, for the House of Holland AW18 Collection Words by: Paige Rhianne
GROW UP. Words that couldn't have rung truer for House Of Hollands AW18 collection. As boots stomped down the catwalk, attitudes in tow, it was clear this was collection about showing us exactly who the HOH woman is, or whom she has grown to become. No sailors, pirates or cowboys reminiscent of previous collections instead this collection was about a girl who knows what she wants and how to get it. Oh, and she just so happens to have the wardrobe everyone wants. This season the show took place in Topshop Showspace in Covent Garden. The show gave a more stripped back approach rather than a full-on show and performance. Instead, the focus was more on the direction for the brand. A milestone for House of Holland and an admirable move for Henry Holland.
To set the tone for the show guests were given a written piece from Max Wallis, emphasizing the youthful approach and 'grow up' message that was clearly echoed throughout the show. 'Cling on, mess up, make amends. Be loved, be hated, forget your address, never stop making friends, tell him you love him, tell her you miss her.' 'Count the days, forget the minutes'
Photographer: Paige Rhianne Designer: House of Holland
A piece that I think we could all do with reading as a reminder every now and then.
This season, there was less of the tongue and cheek, in your face, graphics and prints we are usually used to seeing- though there was still a hint of that with the 'groundbreaking' hoodie. However instead, camouflage, tartan, floral and more subtle graphics took their place on the catwalk. Along with a mix of some of my favourite pieces, raw and distressed denim, paired with more tailored pieces that gave a perfect nod to the modern day, city girl. Some pieces, however, gave a slightly softer, more feminine approach to the collection with pieces that I'm sure most women would love to have in their wardrobe. Items to dress up or down, who says growing up isn't fun?
Photographer: Paige Rhianne Designer: House of Holland
G R A D U A T E F A S H I O N W E E K SHOW REPORT
Written by Paige Rhianne
Graduate Fashion Week rolls around every June at the Truman Brewery showcasing new and future talent from thousands of both students and graduates displaying their own portfolios, magazines, videos and collections on the catwalk. As well as the event featuring brands, exhibitions, live talks and workshops from leading names in the fashion industry. Attending on Day 2 of the event the catwalks brought an array of talent from upcoming graduates. Kicking off with Bath University the show provided lots of graphic, bold prints and big textures giving an overall laid back 'heat-of-thesummer feel to the show.
Photography by: Paige Rhianne Collections by: Bath University, Birmingham City and Nottingham Trent
Birmingham City provided the catwalk with an eclectic mix of bold characters giving each collection a completely different feel from the last varying from menswear, womenswear and even kidswear. Likewise, to Birmingham, Nottingham Trent also had a lot of varying styles with many of the collections projecting an overall laid back approach whilst adding touches of loud textures, interesting prints, layers and oversized pieces.
Aside from the shows brands such as ASOS, George and Boohoo made an appearance. alongside the plethora of talent at the university stands.
Photographer: Paige Rhianne Collections by: Bath University, Birmingham City and Nottingham Trent
Graduate fashion week runs every June at the Truman Brewery in the heart of East London.
LONDON FASHION WEEK FESTIVAL
London Fashion Week Festival Trend Catwalk hosted by Avenue 32 Photographer: Paige Rhianne
London Fashion Week Festival is home to a host of an incredible selection of top British & international brands and designers. We share our spotlight on two designers who caught our eye at the event.
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FLORENCE BRIDGE Florence Bridge made her debut at LFW with her AW16 Collection in the Designer Showrooms. Her work specialises in digital printed pieces with a mix of leather and shearling fabrics. At the event 'The Ice Cube bag' which has since become iconic for the brand was on display, it features links which make it perfect to clip accessories onto, anywhere you like, it even comes in a triangle version. Each of the pieces Florence Bridge creates are sustainably sourced from responsible companies within the UK in order to minimise their carbon footprint.
SARAH BAILEY Sarah Baily is a London accessory and outerwear designer. Who believe it or not didn't set out to make accessories in the first place. With her background in interior design and styling. Sarah launched her business in 2012 with a collection of metallic clutch bags. It's since evolved into passport holders, wallets, purses along with the iconic 'Girl Gang' jackets. Her pieces have been worn by the likes of The Confetti Crowd who bailey has since gone on to work with, perfect for any colour or metallic lover. Photographer: Paige Rhianne
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Photographer: Paige Rhianne Model: Rouge Bald Styling and Clothing: Bottle Blonde Studio
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THE GYPSY SHRINE X HALLOWEEN
Shot for: The Gypsy Shrine Stills from Video: Paige Rhianne Models Sophie Tea, Sophia Moreno, Patricia Monarca, Hellie
BOTTLE BLONDE STUDIO BURNING COLLECTION SHOOT
Model: Lucy Cole Stills from Video: Paige Rhianne Shot for: Bottle Blonde Studio
Model: Penelope Gwen Photography stills from Video: Paige Rhianne Stylist: Bottle Blonde Studio Clothing: Jade Clark, Bottle Blonde Studio, Models Own
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BOTTLE BLONDE STUDIO CHAOS COLLECTION SHOOT
MODELS: KERRY- ANN, RAYNOR HOLLINGSWORTH, HAYLEY HUGHES, ROUGE BALD.
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THE STAY AT HOME SERIES | TIPS FOR SHOOTING FROM HOME
AN HONEST LOOK BACK AT MY UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE AND THE ADVICE I’D GIVE TO FINAL YEARS "Make [your work] something you’re passionate about, enough to make your tutors and your classmates feel excited about it too. Your idea can be as crazy or as low key as you desire but make sure that you are committed to living and breathing it 24/7, you have to be willing to think about it, speak about it and whole heartily believe in it until you can’t anymore"
CAN WE STOP BUYING CLOTHES FOR THE HELL OF IT? "It’s something both incredibly daunting and scary that isn’t any longer in the future but is happening, Fashion is, unfortunately, polluting our planet."
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ONLINE SOCIAL PRESSURES VS THE REAL WORLD
HERE'S TO WOMEN DOING THEIR OWN THING, AND TO STARTING MY OWN MAGAZINE "Blogging has taught me to be more creative with my style. Planning outfits for my blog is so much more than just that, it's creating an idea, a style or look to coincide with a location or a theme and then executing that." "This idea that on social media we perfect this mask, this persona that we want others to see and we allow ourselves to be judged off of that. It’s something that you don’t really bat an eyelid about until you really sit and think about the reasons behind putting an image out online"
In one part of the documentary Jesy goes to see a body image specialist called Liz Richie where they speak about only posting images that are perfect, or for the way that we (the person posting) wants others to see us. The idea of living up to peoples expectations and posting for validation. Jesy goes on to say that 'she can’t post a picture where she doesn’t look perfect'. This idea that on social media we perfect this mask, this persona that we want others to see and we allow ourselves to be judged off of that
WHAT BEING A BLOGGER HAS TAUGHT ME
5 VINTAGE STAPLES YOU NEED FOR AUTUMN/WINTER IN COLLABORATION WITH ROKIT VINTAGE Bootcut Blue Denim Jeans: Okay, so Jeans are a staple. ALL. YEAR. ROUND. And one thing you cannot go wrong with is a vintage pair of jeans. Because A) most of the time they are high waisted which is by far the most flattering on food babies- key around Christmas time, a little tip there. (Did I just say the C-word already on my blog? Damn.) but also B) a lot of the time they are really cool brands too like Levis or Wranglers the kind that they try and recreate in high street shops now, but really don't compare. Whether you are at a kilo sale, vintage fair, market or store you're guaranteed to find vintage jeans.
Does covering up emotion and becoming a pretty tough egg to crack really make you a powerful person, or someone you'd like to work for in fashion? Because for me, it really doesn't hold any desire like it used to. I went into fashion with that image still secured pretty tightly in my head. The expectation of big egos, huge personalities and people who won't give you the time of day. But let me tell you that isn't entirely true.
DO PEOPLE IN FASHION CRY? DAMN RIGHT THEY DO.
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HOUSE OF HOLLAND X CADBURY | HAVING FUN WITH FASHION BUT STAYING IN YOUR COMFORT ZONE Stay true to your style Whether you are trying a new trend or a new piece of clothing that you aren't entirely sure is 'you' ultimately when styling it overall you make the style 'you' almost like signing your signature at the end of a document or so. You put that icing on the cake so to say. Most days now, I put on my eyeliner flick and hooped earrings and that look is signed off by me. So wear something that scares you, but make it feel less scary by fitting it to you. With this T-shirt, I toned it down a tad, by pairing it with a neutral or my safe colour of black and gave it that edge. A look I feel is very me. Play dress up On the other hand, if you don't mind moving a little out of your comfort zone. Think of each day or each opportunity one to dress up and try something new. Think to yourself 'Who would I want to be today?' There is no reason why you even have to stick to a style at all. Go with what feels good, have fun with it that's what it's all about.
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THE LBD STYLED 3 WAYS IN COLLABORATION WITH NICCE LONDON For this look, I really wanted to capture the 'getting ready for a night out' vibe. Styling the LBD this look was a given. I wanted a look that screamed elegance. The cross over back detailing on this dress with branded straps- which I have to say is probably my favourite feature about this dress. It looks sporty whilst allowing you to show off a bit of back and still looking quite elegant. It plays to my style and I love that.
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Along with its figure-hugging feel and velour fabric that really gives it that classy feel. Styling up the black dress alone, with tassel earrings (seasons must btw) and paired with a red lip and my leopard print coat. This look is an instant classic and much more it's easy to do for a night out. I think you can probably tell from the pictures this was my most favourite to capture.
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