THE FASHION IDENTITY Edition-31
Interview With Katherine Spike Taken By Pitanjal Datta
JULY 2015
Month of July.Edition 31
FROM THE EDITOR-PITANJAL DATTA It gives me great pride and joy to bring you the 31st edition of “The Fashion Identity” on e-magazine stands.We were truly fortunate to have got this wonderful opportunity to interview Katherine Spike.I need not introduce Katherine ma’am as most of you readers have read in our one of the earlier editions where we interviewed her as a Piercing artist where she spoke about the stylish piercings.In this edition we present her to you as your fashion inspiration,a renowned model. Interviewing Katherine for the first time was way back mid of last year.I must share with you the very first time when I interviewed her I was so fascinated and it was such a memorable and joyful experience for me that it is impossible to put it in words.Since then I kept in touch with Katherine ma’am and I got to know that she was a freelance model too, I really enthusiastic on taking her interview as a model .I hope all of you readers would love reading this wonderful interview.It would surely take you more steps ahead in achieving the tag of a fashionista. Katherine ma’am,words are not enough to thank you.It was such a pleasure interviewing you.On behalf of all of us in The Fashion Identity along with our readers,I would like to say a BIG THANK YOU for giving us your valuable time for this interview.We are always with you.Our heartiest wishes and love always with you!!You are truly our inspiration!!May God bless you! Looking forward to have many such memorable and enlightening experiences to interview you!
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With warm regards Pitanjal Datta
favourite mobile APP-Facebook - Twitter & Instagram Game that you love playing -Mario Cart & Pokemon At your leisure time you would do...... Exercising,Draw Paint
Favourite Holiday Destination Barcelona & France
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1) Tell us about your attire in your upcoming shoots. Ans) The theme I have chosen in my nex shoots are an inspiration on the darker sid to life including: A latex caged shoot and a darling Burlesque piano shoot! I’m not going to give away to many of my secretes for this - You will just have to “LIKE” my modeling page and wait for hot blaze to arrive! ;) All photography for these shoots were don by Phil Ingram - Portrait Photographer Oh and I have a very naughty Gothic Fetis shoot coming up at the end of June also! Going to be shot by JD. LIKE my model page for all the latest new www.facebook.com/KatherineSpike1
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2) According to you the definition for FASHION and STYLE. Ans) Fashion and style to are all about showing your true colours & confidence- you do that by not being afraid of what people say or think about you are your chosen style. “Style is endless and so is time” So I say go a little crazy from time to time match - clash and wear your look with confidence - Because I believe that’s what fashion and style mean.
3) How would you dress up on a hot sultry afternoon....? Ans)I would be wearing some type of skirt or long flowing dress. The skirt would be matched with a nice singlet top or flowing cut off at the sleeve tops. The dress would be made from a light material to allow for ultimate air flow and paired with a strappy pair of sandals. A tip to all our male and female readers for dressing up on a hot sultry afternoon day.. Ans) Ladies make sure your not just throwing on any old hot pants and singlet - We want you stylish not everyday and basic....Ladies might like wear a loose fitting dress - skirt or top with a pair of jeans shorts or 3/4 inch leggings. This gives you control and comfortably over your outfit Leaving less sweat makes when wearing loose clothing and hiding any lumps or bumps you want! Men don’t get me wrong I love a guy with his shirt off - but there’s a time and place for that. So try stick with light weight vest’s or singlet’s or if you need to have your shirt off were a light weight blowers or nice Hawaiian shirt to cover the rest up paired with a nice pendent necklace!
Nothing beats a cotton white sleeveless top paired with a black three quater...Katherine shows you the perfect way Katherine’s Picks for Summer Outings
Katherine’s favourite attire of reel characters 5) Your favorite outfit of a female character from a recent film that you watched?What did you like the most about it?Your favorite outfit of a male character from a recent film that you watched?What did you like the most about it? Ans) I haven’t watched any recent movies but I have been watching a TV series called “American Horror Stroy”.I particularly loved season 3 “The Covan”.
The outfits the ladies wear are classy - stylish & super sexy. They manly wear black dress that are tight fitted paired with a sexy pair of heels & matched with a cute black hat.
Katherine’s favourite men’s attire on screen.
For the men it’s simple for me - I love a guy wearing any type of suit of black skinning leg jeans with a Western collard T-shirt & stylish hat. EG: YelaWolf’s style
6) What outfit according to you suits you the best and why? Ans) I like to dress to enhance my curves! Being a thick thighed gal I wear a cute pair of black 3/4 inch leggings with designs and studs usually every time I wear a skirt. Followed by a loose or tight fitted or baggy top. The look would then be complete with a black or brown waist band with a super sexy black strappy plate-form. Giving my legs a secret thinning look!
7) Your favorite shopping destinations for clothes and fashion accessories...Favourite online shopping site..? Ans) I should probably start shopping on other online stores - but at the moment I really like to use Ebay - It’s easy - simple and I know it. But if I want something that little extra special I will purchase from a wide range of Australian Alternative stores like: Berserk - Atomic Cherry - Sugar Skulls and more...
8) Your favorite designer whose clothes you love to wear? Ans) This may come as a surprise but I don’t wear a lot of designer clothing I feel I can complete my style & step out in confidence in regular clothing even sometimes just purchased from K-mart.
10) Your favorite make up product without which Ans) I can never leave my house if I don’t have my m I love it! I don’t even need to wear mutch make-up fo Apply your foundation - Apply your mascara to enha curved line either side of your eyes coming from the gloss and the look is complete!
Page 6 Katherine sporting her all season favourite attire. (Left) Katherine’s favourite make up frrom one of her recent shoots (Below) Katherine’s favourite make up for any outing
9) Tell us about the make up that you keep for your shoots? how is it influenced? Ans) My make-up is inspired by the dark side to life so the make-up I keep is loosely based around the fashion make-up of Marilyn Manson He wears heavy black mascara around his eye and light pliocene foundation with a plump red lipstick. If I’m really going out on the town I will dress my make-up up to the t’s, but usually I like to wear a more natural look so a light foundation with with blush and mascara is a great look for me!
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11) How would you dress up for a party on a hot humid night?Also tell us about the make up love to keep? Ans)On a hot humid night I would be wearing a a tight V neck dress with leggings paired with make up. I really love wearing at least 4 sliver rings 2 on each hand - it really attracts people attention t I always wear a heavy sliver necklace - usually with a gem covered smiling skull or flying eag I always have my paw paw gel for use as a lip blam(swear by it - can be used for anything!-ba
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Ans) I think it’ s a great look and can easily be pulled of by most women! But I haven’t tried myself yet , because I can not find a flattering style of clothing in that print! :( As soon as I do but..I’m going to try it out! :)
Take an inspiration from Katherine’s party look and the dignified way by which she carries a floral print and animal print.
14) Tell us about the different types of tops that you love wearing during winter? Ans) During winter I usually try to wear V neck tops with long sleeves I also love to wear a black turtle neck top. The V neck top I think is more flattering for bigger busted ladies - which I am. I would pair that up with a long to the floor skirt or jeans or black skinny pants. I love to wear a lovely black turtle neck top as it keeps me warm on those extra cold days and it displays a certain type of sexy when worn in the right way..Pair that up with a gold or sliver pendant or thick chain with black matching skinny jeans.
15) Tell us about your favorite texture that you love wearing during winters? Ans) In winter I really love wearing a black cotton Turtle neck top - matched with an extra long knitted cardigan to keep me snug & warm.
16) Your favorite cloth material that you love wearing during winters? Ans) I definitely have a thing for warm cotton scarfs. I have a grey lepord print - black & white skull & a baby pink with grey elephants- these scarfs will be worn pretty much everyday of winter.
Here is an inspiration for all you readers on how to dress up for Winter Night Outings
OUR FASHION INSPIRATION KATHERINE SPIKE 17) Your favorite
you regularly apply a clear top coat each week. They also can stand heavy washing of the hands tried and tested by me I wash my hands more then 10 times a day because I’m a professional Body Piercer and the Nail Art Stickers can stand the test of water!
fashion accessory that you think stands out for you and all other ladies.?Fashion accessory that men look the best in? Ans) I really love a guy who can pull of a good pair of black pants with large rings and a matching jacket! I’m not sure why but it looks good to me . :) lol 18) Nail art that you are currently sporting? Ans) At the moment I’m using a great invention out at the moment that I love to use...they are called Nail Art Stick On’s usually made from nail polish which is then attached to a foil transfer or a instant sticker which you apply to nail and then simply file back and then apply a clear top coat. They last for up to 2 - 3 even more if
This is how your fittings should be for your summer wears. Get Ready to beat the summer heat with this cool comfy orange breezy wear teamed with a three quater A Brilliant finishing with black foot wear and belt and a classic necklace
19)Guide us on the fittings that ladies should keep for their clothes during summers.... Ans) Always wear a good bra to enhance your natural bust(as warm whether can make you sag abit) Don’t be afraid to show a little skin some bust - back or tummy(make sure you feel comfortable when doing so-work with your body type) Always keep a roll on deodorant & a fruity body mist spray(you’’ll need it on those really hot days)
20) What would be your favorite formal wear? Ans) For a night out I would usually be wearing a tight fitted V neck dress to enhance my large bust & to hug my curves, then paired with a black pair of platform boots or platform heels. 21)Your favorite footwear(casual) Ans) A flashy thong - strappy sandal or sandal plate form is perfect for me. Your favorite footwear(formal) I rarely wear heels anymore as I find them way to uncomfortable so I converted and I wear wedges or a plate from sandal.
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Katherine looking beautiful n gorgeous in this wonderful party wear 22) An important question on ladies fashion wear during summers we missed asking you?Please give us the answer to the question as well.... Ans) Always wear something light & flowing - never to tight either as sweat marks show easy on light cloured clothing & dark. Don’t be afraid to dress your outfit up with a bit of make up & jewellery accessories. It really gives your summer out fit a happy feeling.
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A beautiful attire for a summer afternoon lunch
Katherine’s Work Attire 23) While shopping what is the feature that sets the reputation of an attire in the first glimpse ? What ate the aspects that you look into before buying any attire for your wardrobe? Ans) When I go shopping I’m usually looking for the more Alternative side to clothing - so I’m sure going to love any style clothes that look Punk-rock. Always try the clothes on first before you buy them as you may just end up wasting your time & money on them if you don’t feel 100% comfortable . (talking from years experience of not trying clothes on before you buy) 24) Often we find people wearing mutual prints and dresses in a public place...What would your advice be to people who wants to avoid ending up wearing the same attire as another person in a public place and stand out eccentric? Ans) The best way I can avoid wearing the same attire as someone in public is the purchase your clothing from various stores. Don’t just keep buying Continued next page
Take an inspiration from this wonderfully worked out fashion look by Katherine
buying from the same place you always love because more then likely there will be 100’s of women who feel the same way. I shop online a lot at a wide range of out lets including Ebay - Ali-express - alternative online stores & opp shops. A lot of the time these shops only have a limited stock of clothing giving you the advantage that only certain sizes are available. I also go out of my way to find clothing that no one around me would ever think to wear or even buy. ;)
Yes that’s the perfect attire for a hot summer evening coffee time. Katherine’s advice Wear cotton and something breezy with comfortable fittings not too tight
25) An important question on ladies fashion wear during summers we missed asking you?Please give us the answer to the question as well.... Always wear something light & flowing never to tight either as sweat marks show easy on light cloured clothing & dark. Don’t be afraid to dress your outfit up with a bit of make up & jewellery accessories. It really gives your summer out fit a happy feeling.
26) Men's attire that you think is the most attractive? A man wearing long black pants with a nice jacket/jumper - paired with a matching hat is most attractive too me. Or in summer grey or black shorts with fashion collard T-shirt with gold rings/ gold/sliver necklaces.
27) The first thing that comes to your head about FASHION when it comes to men.... There is a lot of fashion out there for men & I do feel that they are enjoying it but in saying that theres a few guys who didn’t get the memo & are still enjoying the 1980’s 1990’s(but thats the style now so they don’t even know it...lol)
28) A tip that you would like to give to all our male readers who wants to dress well and look good....? Best tip I could give for males is that you should just always be yourself - be rough get muddy - grow a beard or mustache & then also change it up shock your girlfriend or friends & show them you can change. Shave or cut your hair - wear perfume(also know as merfeume) & lots of jewellery. And always wear clothing that you feel 100% comfortable in & that really represent who you are.
Yep and you are ready for a hot day’s outing.From work to party to leisure outings and travels this look is absolutely beautiful and comfortable
A Black vest with animal printed three quaters.complete the look with a hat and sunglasses and sandals
Katherine shows you the perfect way to do it
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29) What are the other qualities you consider that men should have to carry an outfit with dignity and smartness Ans) I belive the key is simple to add extra smartness- Just simply be confident & relaxed- Because when someone isn’t you can really tell & it ruins their outfit. 30) A word of motivation to all those who are non fashion enthusiasts? Ans) Go get out into life & get some inspiration if your not sure what your style even is I look up a lot of people for fashion advice & I also try new things & don’t care what anyone thinks or says about your style & look because the only people who needs to care is you!
31) Model whom you look up to as your inspiration. Ans) I really do admire many different fashion icon’s this list includes not only models but singers & entrainers also - some of which include Blondie(singer) - Dita Von Tease(model/entertainer) - Wendy O Williams(singer) Heidi Shepherd & Carla Harvey(singers) & Marlin Manson(singer). I try to base my style & confidence around these types of icons & I add my own special flare to mix also.
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34) How big a role does body type for ladies play in the way they dress up? Tell us about the different body types suitable for different attires.....If someone does not meet have the correct body type how can she wear that outfit? Ans) Body type is a big one with the ladies - it’s something we struggle with at some point in our life. The best advice I ever got was from my mother- she always said “ladies should dress for their size & body shape” In saying that I do believe that almost every body type can
ear any style they want too. You simply just need to be creative in the way that you wear your outfit, say if you wanted to wear a short skirt or shorts but don’t have the legs for them, then simply add a lovely pair of leggings or tights underneath.You can also use wjewellery - waist bands - scarfs & vest to hide any unruly body parts. :)
35) For men what are the different body types necessary for wearing different attires...If one is not eligible how can he wear that..?What should he do?
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Ans) Just like women Men can also wear any attire as they like. My best advice for all men is that you should just wear an outfit you feel confident in & makes you feel comfortable.
Oh & always buy the right size clothing - no one likes looking at but crack or muffin tops all day (Including women who do that..lol)