Fashion BLOG Networkhttp://blog.fernmitchell.comQuick BlogBeauty & Makeup Academy lauches in Los Angeles, California...!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/09/07/beauty-amp-makeup-academy-lauches-in-los-angeles-california.aspx

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The All About FACE Makeup Academy is located in Downtown Los Angeles, CA. As a passionate Artist, Nakeah Fuller will turn your focus towards Education. Classes available for Beginners & Intermediate Students around the globe. A Master's Program available as well. Learn from "The BEST"...Those who have worked in the industry of Makeup & Fashion for many...many years and have a true passion for taking others to unbelievable heights. For further information, please send an email to info@allaboutface.net. View some links of "Labor Day Weekend" Academy's Launch Party and mySpace sample photos. Good Luck!

]]>BeautyBlog Network2007-09-07T23:15:01ZThere dropping like flies, "Socialites & Opportunist" ...!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/08/20/there-dropping-like-flies-socialites--opportunist-.aspx
We’ve had a busy month at loosing some of the “rich girls” of society who got lucky by marrying the “right guys”. Leona Helmsley and Brooke Astor who both took their dead husband’s money to the next level. My kinda women. Leona obviously a survivor who after that big scandal about how she treated her staff, still continued to rule with her iron fisted face and talent for saving a penny. Unlike Leona. Brooke Astor ruled her organization with a short leash. But. Rivaled her benefactors with great scrutiny and decision making whenever contributing to their cause. Quite the management expert. All in all, Brooke Astor was always dressed to the nines upon appearance and presentation of herself. She really kept Paris and NYC couture designers afloat with all those expensive “Suits and Dresses”. She wore them all so well, back in the day. Leona Helmsley? Well. That’s another story. Though she always played it safe with her wardrobe. By no means was her style that of Brooke Astor. Yet. They both taught their counterparts and colleagues what a girl can do with a few bucks given the right opportunity.
]]>Blog Network2007-08-20T13:52:47ZFashion Week for "Spring 2008" Collections NYChttp://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/08/20/fashion-week-for-spring-2008-collections-nyc.aspx


Here’s the “ Spring 2008 Fashion Week Schedule” for New York City’s, Fall 2007 Collections. Of course this is for Spring 2008 and it should prove to be a good one. Since a lot of our American designers are really cutting edge these with days, with their own stores, private collections, ready-to-wear lines, QVC and so on. The collections maybe still significant to sales and this collection should prove to be no different. So. Get in line for your viewing. Or. Do like lots do and sneak your way in. Whatever, however you get to partake. It’s never a bore. And yes! Don’t forget to bring your armor. The girls are getting more and more agreessive as I’ve been told. Thank God moi doesn’t have to deal with that bunch anymore. Have fun everyone and “….have a fashionable good time”.
]]>Blog Network2007-08-20T13:43:56ZDiamonds are Fashion's Best Friend...PARIS knows about "Abazias"..!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/07/14/diamonds-are-fashions-best-friendparis-knows-about-abazias.aspx

What would the Oscars look like without diamonds? Or the Golden Globes? What would Hollywood be like without diamonds? How about Paris Hilton without diamonds? Ever wonder if fashion would be as hot if it weren’t for diamonds? Let’s face it, there is a reason diamonds are said to be a girl’s best friend – they are utterly versatile and go with any outfit.

Diamonds are so versatile that you see them in diamond-studded tiaras on the heads of princesses and debutants. They can look just as good on a bride or a sweet sixteen. And, if you must go for the hip-hop or punk look, there’s definitely ways to add them to your wardrobe without looking like you’ve committed a fashion faux pas. Even men can wear them without giving up their macho elegance. You can put them in your teeth, on your purses, your shoes, your ears, around your neck, in your hair, and even on sewn into your gowns.

You just can’t do that with just any old fashion accessory. After all, when was the last time someone stuck a pearl in his or her teeth and made hip-hop history? Some things just aren’t stylish! Diamonds don’t have that problem. They go with any fashion scene out there. They pair well with other gems and always pump up any fashion. Wherever you go and whatever you choose to wear, there is a diamond accessory that can make your add the exclamation point to your personal style.

]]>StyleBlog Network2007-07-14T00:43:00ZThe "Paris Hilton" publicity Plot to Deceive us...!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/06/15/the-paris-hilton-publicity-plot-to-deceive-us.aspx                
How STOICAL is this photo? It takes so little to be famous these days. Example! "American Idol" , "America's Next Top Model", "Survivor", "The Next Best Thing" .... and it goes on and on and on and on... this IS our NEW reality! When are we going to get a break. Society has begun taking young people who basically stand for absolutely N O T H I N G (simply because they haven't had much of life's experience) and elevated them, like Paris, to International icons. This brings to mind one thing. That. It is not only America that is starving for "Icons", "Stars" & "Heroes". But. The rest of the world too is bored, idle, confused and even  desperate. There is also something also to be said for young people being such easy prey of this dire need to fill this VOID. Hence, Paris Hilton. She really shouldn't  take any  of the "blame" for societies desperate attempt to find interesting subjects or subject matter to help fill this gap afflicted by so many, many dull people. The lack of recognition & celebration of our modern day true "Heroes and Sheroes" goes on without question.  This is why Paris Hilton gets top billing. No one seems to understand what a farce it is to make a fuss over someone that is sooooooooooo, soooo, well, ..........UNIMPORTANT!
Seems like we don't know WHAT the hell to value anymore. Or who? This is why people like "Paris Hilton" become such an easy subject to talk about.  Better yet. Prey! She's able, all by her lack of self, conjour up  media frenzy & attention. Certainly, we now know that the "Press" is always waiting for the next desperately shallow and boring candidate, seeking free promotion for whatever they don't do, cannot do or want to do. It's just all getting out of hand. As I said. This is no fault of Paris that the world is missing a champion! She just happens to be available most of the time. We await the next targeted celebrity wannabe that hungers to find world status. But. It still is sad though, to think, that people have resorted to making a person like "PARIS HILTON", a person of public interest.
]]>PeopleBlog Network2007-06-15T10:10:04ZRachel Smith, current Miss USA fall from Grace as Ms. Universe 4th runner-uphttp://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/05/30/rachel-smith-current-miss-usa-fall-from-grace-as-ms-universe-4th-runnerup.aspx                 
Ok? Which one of those bitches squeezed "baby oil" on the floor helping to cause "Miss Rachel's mishap. That tumble was very, veeeeery shady. The poor thing hadn't taken but two steps and there she was, facing the horizon. Anywho? Let's not forget the pressure our poor Miss USA was under with Mexico's notables, heckling and booing her based on our government's policies. That was indeed, very unfortunate that she would have to have undergone that added strain of having to strut across that stage, looking pretty and smiling while being ridiculed. Not to worry though. Rachel will get over it. Mexico will too.  But will the Press ever let Rachel or us forget it?
      Riyo Mori a 20-year-old dancer from Japan, was crowned Miss Universe 2007 dressed in a black base gown, trimmed with a diamond set-in chiffon print that flowed very nicely on the stage. Sort of a combo of Pucci and Giorgio Sant'Angelo. All together an interesting evening.
]]>CultureBlog Network2007-05-30T15:47:45ZYolanda King…daughter of Martin Luther King, Jr. has Passed on…!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/05/18/yolanda-king8230daughter-of-martin-luther-king-jr-has-passed-on8230.aspx

The world has lost yet another beacon of Love and Peace, Yolanda King at the age of 51. Yolanda died suddenly of a suspected heart attack while visiting family here in California where she lived. This is certainly been a rocky month for me mostly because I also knew her. I had the priviledge of working with Yolanda as her costumer on a film and she was such a pleasant person to be around. Wishes go out to the King Family once again so soon after the loss of Mother, Coretta Scott King. The light of the world flickers silently without wonderful people like Yolanda, Mother Coretta and Father Martin.

]]>PeopleBlog Network2007-05-19T15:26:43ZLooking for a Fashion Career Change?http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/05/16/looking-for-a-fashion-career-change.aspx

]]>forumsBlog Network2007-05-19T15:27:22ZFashion editor, Isabella Blow dies at 48…!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/05/16/fashion-editor-isabella-blow-dies-at-488230.aspx

The always surprising to see, Isabella Blow passed away last week from what is believed to have been ovarian cancer. I am sure not only her fans but some of our recent talent will surely miss her. Isabella help launch careers of several top models and designers. Like Anna Piaggi, Isabella always stopped traffic, to say the least. It was mostly because of those lovely Phillip Tracy hats that adorned her lovely head. She leaves a husband, Detmar Blow who shared the news with the press about the loss of his wife. Isabella Blow was supposedly disinherited by her family, years ago prior to heading to New York. In the early 80's she attended university, temporarily, whilts embarking on her editorial career working under the watchful eye of Anna Wintour of Vogue. The fashion industry, no doubt, will miss her very much.

]]>PeopleBlog Network2007-05-19T15:27:58ZFashion Videos from "youTube.com" sponsored by Google... hot, hot hot!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/05/07/fashion-videos-from-youtubecom-sponsored-by-google-hot-hot-hot.aspx
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Heatherette, NYC London 2007

These two distinct fashion sources of F A S H I O N in the world, always offer great contemporary cutting edge STYLE, worldwide. These are just snippets of a whole assortment of highlights that can now be viewed online at: Google's "youtube" Videos.

Style.com Videos of Season Collections

]]>Fashion UpdatesBlog Network2007-05-19T15:40:36ZDr. Renee Richards...in discussion at 72 years young!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/04/29/dr-renee-richardsin-discussion-at-72-years-young.aspx
After viewing a program this morning with and about "Dr. Renee Richards", the controversial Sex-Change Tennis player who made headlines in the 70s. I wondered once again. When are folks just gonna get over it? Is society ever going to make it ok to be who you ARE. Dr. Richards says that she believes, that even after her death, she will always be remembered as "the Transsexual Tennis Player". I think she's absolutely right about that, I am afraid to say. How powerful a legacy is that? And. How truely shallow of society to do that. Here we have a brilliant physician/surgeon, educator, writer and terrific athlete. Yet. She is still treated as the Guy who decided one day to be a Girl instead! Ms. Richards does not consider herself any sort of a pioneer or crusader. But.  Somehow society has managed or decided for her, what her LEGACY shall be. What nerves we have...!
                 I tell my friends all the time. The freedom of "CHOICE" is the most powerful thing given to us all, at birth. We ALL come into this world with it. It's a given. From inception we are all given the OPTION to Live or Die. The OPTION to CHOOSE or NOT. Though! Our choices are always in question and sometimes, if not often, scrutinized and judged. By no means should we give up that POWER of "CHOICE". Without it, there is no living. Dr. Richards certainly has held on to her powers, for dear life and I say. "my hats off to you Dr. Renee Richards.]]>PeopleBlog Network2007-04-29T13:32:57Z...stay informed about Fashion, Film, Modeling, Photography & much more...!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/04/29/stay-informed-about-fashion-film-modeling-photography--much-more.aspx
Many of you might already be familiar with theFashionSpot. But. For those that aren't and wish to become familiar with one of the most active Fashion Forums, World Wide. You should check them out. Fashion Designers, Artist, Photographers, Models and much, much more subject matters, all having to do with fashion, is usually the topic of the day. Though this is a CLOSED forum, other Existing Members can offer you an "Invitation" to join or Visit the site so you too can keep informed of current happenings in FASHION, FILM & ART.

]]>forumsBlog Network2007-11-07T15:06:38ZThe Passing of Distinguished Actor Roscoe Lee Browne...!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/04/29/the-passing-of-distinguished-actor-roscoe-lee-browne.aspx                                                      
The well known voice of so many Films & Commercials, passed away on April 11, 2007 of Cancer, at Cedar-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. The incredibly gifted Mr. Browne was a sort of a Renaissance man of our times. Besides being a brilliant actor. Mr. Browne was a Master of Languages and taught at University for several years. He was also a track star, winning the 880-yard run in the 1952 Millrose Games. Roscoe Lee Browne also wrote poetry and included some of it along with works by masters such as Lawrence Ferlinghetti and William Butler Yeats in "Behind the Broken Words," a poetry anthology stage piece that he and Anthony Zerbe performed annually for three decades. A real talent and a great voice of art & artist. Roscoe Lee Browne was 81 years old.
]]>PeopleBlog Network2007-04-29T11:59:15ZTyra Banks is.....a Modelle, Actress, Talk Show Hostess...http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/04/27/tyra-banksmodelle-actress-talk-show-hostess.aspx...oh! and did I mention Model. I mean Super-Model, Modele, ...Top MODELe, MO-Del, MODELLA!

Yes! She is pretty. Yes! She is a Model and Talk Show Host. But? Can you please STOP trying to remind us Tyra. Don't get me wrong. Tyra is a Gorgeous woman. No doubt she's aware of that. But. We need to have you move on Tyra onto another  more fascinating subject. If only Tyra and so many other celebrities could come across a bit more themselves. It would be so refreshing. Tyra tries to be approachable. But is she really? I WONDER. Although, like Oprah these African-American successful women seem to fall into their Black stance when confronted about ethnic subjects or issues. You know. The old "...alright Gurl", and "...that's right honey" thang. But it still looks pretentious. Or worse yet. Theatrical! And by the way. Is Tyra's hair getting straighter, blonder and more Swedish? Kinda startin' to look a little weird.
]]>PeopleBlog Network2007-04-27T11:37:04ZLet the 2007 Summer of LOVE and MADNESS begin...!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2007/04/26/let-the-2007-summer-of-love-and-madness-begin.aspxGet some dirt on 7th Avenue, Europe and fashion worldwide at WWD's Women's Wear Daily Scoop Page. Get lots of updates and insights to your favorite designers plans, shows and news.
NEWS FLASH: Heard about Alexis Arquette's need to be a Woman...fa Real! Here's a little bio:
Gender: Male
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, USA
Birthday: 1-1-1969
Birth Name: Alex or Robert Arquette
He is a member of the famous Arquette family. He is the brother of Richmond Arquette, David Arquette, Patricia Arquette and Rosanna Arquette. His father is Lewis Arquette and his grandfather is Cliff Arquette.
Alexis worked with Jason Gould, the son of Barbra Streisand and Elliot Gould. Alexis who was born Alex is a transgendered actress (uh uh), underground cartoonist, drag-on queen and a musician. Why does the press act as if this is NEWS. Ms. Thang has been on the red carpet in drags more than Helen Degeneres. Maybe the press needs a hobby. Like tell me this. This thing with Alec Baldwin...! When did someone yelling at their kid become public property. Whether you agree or not. Doesn't matter!!! It ain't nobody's business what any parent says to their child. Unfortunately so many celebraties find out too late. The real-price of Fame. No Privacy. No Respect and No Sanctity.

]]>Fashion UpdatesBlog Network2007-04-27T12:23:36ZOlympus Fashion Week Begins Sept. 8-16, 2006...can't wait..!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2006/08/31/httpwwwolympusfashionweekcom.aspxDonyale Luna

*60s Model: Donyale Luna-The Press (DiPress), Buyers and Stylist will once again flock into the dungeons of Bryant Park to await our American Designers vision of Spring 2007. Well. The Question is? Will we have seen it "ALL" before, once again? Personally. Fashion has pinacled itself to a sort of stalemate. Fashion has lost alot of it's "freshness" it once had. We certainly have enough designers out there trying to make an effort to change that. But. It just ain't cuttin' it for me. Still. I do like what the West Coast Designers alot. They seem to be coming up with more so than just the usual 7th Ave. garb. All in all. We are still light years ahead of European style. Which to me got burried with Channel decades ago. It is for that reason I think so many European Designers love working in this country. The US does offer a certain innocence in its approach to good, practical dressing of the masses. Yet. I must also say that British Designers continue to be very cutting edge with their sense of style. So. Brace yourself everyone. Keep your fingers cross and hope that American ingenuity and it's handling of style, funk and savvy, will prevail at the next showing at Olympus Fashion Week. See ya' there lovelies.

]]>Blog Network2006-08-31T17:53:24Z...OOOpS, there it is. What we call giving "turning the other cheek" a whole NEW meaning..!http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2006/08/31/ooops-there-it-is-what-we-call-giving-turning-the-other-cheek-a-whole-new-meaning.aspxImagine....Life in the Big Times....!

cheeky

Who knew one day I would be a plus-size? After all. I had high self-este(a)m. A good education. And. A Mom that was a Hippie. Waa Happen? Oh, I know what it was. It was all those darn animal cookies I kept in my room while growing up. Or maybe it was just genes. Right? Anyway. Being single/double ain't so bad. Someone, somewhere has gotta think I'm HOT....or maybe just FAT. Gotta go now and let me get back to you.


]]>CraziesBlog Network2006-08-31T17:05:56ZAnna Piaggi...still the Fashion Diva at 70ish.http://blog.fernmitchell.com/2006/07/24/anna-piaggistill-the-fashion-diva-at-70ish.aspx
fabulous fashion editor extraordinaire, Anna Piaggi"[Outfit by: Jean-Charles de Castelbajac]...don't you wish your Grandpa had a girl like she?....don't ya.! Anna has always been such an inspiration to many a Designer, Artist and Peers. I had the good fortune back in the day, 1969 to be exact, of attending one her many parties with Yvonne Taylor Cheyne, an Actress and friend of the Castaldi's. She and her late, wonderful husband, photographer Alfa Castaldi were so gracious and kind. Anna Piaggi is Fashion. I think Anna Piaggi is a living, breathing Icon. Matter a fact. I know she is. Anna will go down in history as one of the most inspiring Women ever to have participated in this crazy bussiness called F A S H I O N. We LOVE you Anna.

more Pictures of Anna and Anna Piaggi's Fan Space

]]>StyleBlog Network2006-07-24T14:41:17Z"Screaming Queens" fascinating NEW Documentaryhttp://blog.fernmitchell.com/2006/07/24/screaming-queens-fascinating-new-documentary.aspxqueens screaming

Screaming Queens explores the reverberations, both large and small, of the rise of transgender activism, a story in which the riot at Compton's Cafeteria plays a pivotal role. Sgt. Blackstone tells of singing "We Shall Overcome" with Tenderloin activists who successfully fought for new social services for their community. Suzie Cooke recounts her job as a transsexual counselor in one of the new agencies founded after the riot. Ching connects the Tenderloin transsexuals' new activism to the rising Gay liberation movement. And St. Jaymes explains that although the queens from Compton's were "wild as the wind," they were "determined to make something of themselves, and be something other than prostitutes." Get the Story online. There is also a Radio Interview with Susan Stryker, the Producer here. On-Air ITVs schedules and PBS dates are on the websites. Don't miss it. Before "Stonewall" these girls in San Francisco made a difference in the truest sense.

]]>FilmBlog Network2006-07-24T14:16:00Zkeith Richards... a Pirate of the Carribean in Sequelhttp://blog.fernmitchell.com/2006/06/26/keith-richards-a-pirate-of-the-carribean-in-sequel.aspxkeith richards

According to entertainment news site IESB.net, Rolling Stones rocker Keith Richards is set to star in the tentatively titled Disney three sequel, "Prates of the Caribbean: At World's End". Rumors about Richards portraying the father of Johnny Depp's Captain Jack Sparrow surrounded production of the current Pirates adventure, but writers Ted Elliot and Terry Rossio told reporters at the this weekend's press junket, "Keith Richards was never intended to be in Pirates 2. He is supposed to be in 3. Johnny wanted him in but there was just no room in the story in 2. But there is in 3." Writers and producers, however, would not disclose whether or not Richards would play Depp's dad. Two-thirds of the next installment has already been shot. Filming is expected to resume by summer's end.

Taken from IMDb Network :: ©6/2006

NOW THERE IS YOUR "Scary Movie" .... Gonna be real interesting seeing a grandfather jostling around a ship in pirate costume. You know. The Rolling Stones had their day. Maybe two or three. But for Christ sakes how long do we have to keep beating a "dead horse". They have ALL, in that group seen better days. Yes. They weren't very recent. But honestly. Don't you think it's about time to give it a rest. We Love 'em to death. But when you start looking like Death. I believe that's a weeeeeeee bit of a hint. It's time..! Ya'll decide. I think they should tell us "....Good Night, Good Luck, Good Bye, Go On, We're Done, Fini. We're off to Get Some Rest and Get A Grip. Maybe Two or Three. Maybe even Take a really, really, really long Vacation, Take A Pill (oh..they've done that), Take a Ride on a Magic Bus, Get Lost and for Goodness Sakes ....get away from the Cameras. They (Rolling Stones) are causing US viewers, precious visionary injuries. I think Grace Slick said best, "....that there is nothing worse than seeing an old rocker, on stage basically needing a rocker". What ever happened to good old Dignity? Bowing out GraceFully (get it). Keith and the Rest of you Guys, ...we get it. We understand..... you're a Rock STAR. Each and everyone of you. Now Go...!

good night and good rithens, rolling stones
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