Back from Vacation...

Hello everyone,

We hope you had a great vacation! We are back and eager to continue with all our plans. We have incomporated a few more services to our company, which we will oficially introduce to you soon.

I want to share something I received and that I think is worth posting in this blog because it reflects what FashionUP is trying to redefine about consumer fashion...

Have a great day!

¨Are there any real fashion designers out there that are not celebrities? I remember when saying you wanted to be a fashion designer was something unique. What celebrities are doing to the independent fashion designer, is what the reality show did to the struggling actor... ...Has fashion become something just to be packaged and stamped with a name? Are you wearing fashion or is fashion really wearing you?Has society become so robotic that we will buy anything that is backed by a celebrity? I would like to think the answer is NO!"

Andy

Kaann Howden Chief Stylist

We want to welcome our new FashionUP Chief Stylist from Canada
Kaann Howden.

Kaann will manage all FashionUP stylists in Canada.



Kaann Howden fashion connoisseur and industry entrepreneur started her impressive career at Humber College’s Fashion Arts Program. Streamlining her newly found niche, Kaann continued her education with Ryerson’s Fashion Coordination and Styling certificate courses. Kaann started building her portfolio with product styling and interior design with clients nationally and internationally.

Through her continued work as an interior designer, Kaann wanted more, which lead her to pursue another path in the industry. Her creativity and eye for fashion lead her into the world of modeling. As an agent/scout for SHOK Models, she developed the skills and knowledge of finding, developing and promoting talent. With this new found focus, she wanted to expand and explore, so she worked as lead stylist for various fashion shows. During L’Oreal Fashion Week, Kaann was able to show off her talent by styling for Toronto designer Salem Moussallem, of Hibebe Designs.

In this continued success, Chozen Stylizticz was established. Kaann’s industry knowledge, extensive understanding of style and experience in fashion affords a unique perspective on her endeavors. Chozen Stylizticz, Artist Agency, was created to represent talented wardrobe and product stylists, hair stylists, makeup artists and photographers from North America. Many of these artists don’t have an opportunity to be discovered and establish their professional careers in the Fashion and Entertainment industry.

Chozen Stylizticz caters to not only the Fashion and Entertainment industry and its affiliates but also to individuals. They recognize all their clients’ needs, and support each by providing their talented roster to fulfill their creative objective.

Rachel Arthur Stylist

We want to welcome our new FashionUP Stylist from the UK Rachel Arthur.

"I pride myself in being able to dress women ideally for their shape and colouring no matter what the occasion may be"


Rachel Arthur, London, Cardiff and Hampshire
rachel@fashionup.cc
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My name is Rachel. I graduated with First Class Honours in BA Fashion Management from the London College of Fashion. I have since been working as a freelance fashion journalist and stylist. I have worked for South African FHM and Heat magazines, have been a contributing Fashion Editor to Bulb, a youth global issues magazine, and also had extensive work experience in the fashion departments of British Vogue, Grazia and the Daily Telegraph.
I pride myself in being able to dress women ideally for their shape and colouring no matter what the occasion may be. Being able to work for FashionUP and deal with real women rather than magazine ideals is truly what I find inspiring.

I was astounded by this website when I came across it for it’s truly outstanding concept. I love that it is so different from other styling agencies as you actually work specifically with designers to create individual garments for the client, rather than trawling around the shops for run of the mill outfits. This is the exact kind of work I have wanted to get into for a long time. I would love to be offered the opportunity to work with real women, helping them create a look for life, helping them to find themselves through their clothes, rather than working in a situation where I style a look for the sake of one photoshoot.

Rachel

Our first TV show appearance

FashionUP was invited to a TV show called Desseny (design) on Comtal 24 Television Station in Barcelona last month where Miriam Morera, presenter of the show, asked us about the FashionUP movement and about personal fashion styling.

In the show we were also invited to host a FashionUP Party on the TV station next fall. It was a great experience and great exposure for us.


I would like to ask all our active stylists to go to a local TV station in their cities and talk to them about FashionUP and to possibly get interviewed there. (It works) Being in a local TV station is just the beginning, next step is to come out in National Television, and the way we are going I’m sure this will happen soon.





I want to thank Silvia Gallardo our Associate FashionUP stylist for getting us this interview.

Maribel

Anju Malhi Fashion Designer

We want to welcome our new FashionUP designer Anju Malhi from London.

I design outfits customised to people’s tastes and requirements. These designs fuse eastern and western fashions and I have combined trends from across the globe from my travelling experiences.



My name is Anju and I have been working as a fashion designer for
some time having been inspired through my extensive travels across the globe where I participated and contributed my skills to renowned fashion events. I have designed exclusive garments suited to an individuals personality and created the "right look" for the occasion.
I concentrate on the perfect fit and pay great attention to detail. Time and time again, I have made clients feel special and created that feel good factor that every woman deserves.

FashionUP is a fantastic breakthrough in the fashion industry; it is a unique and innovative movement pulled together by a team with a strong flair for creativity, a passion for fashion and up-to-date with the latest trends. Through this movement, collaborating ideas closely with the stylists and with clients, the boundaries are limitless.

Anju

Toki Mikyoung Stylist

We want to welcome our new FashionUP Stylist Toki Mikyoung from London.

¨My styling approach is always based on clear communication and a enthusiastic attitude ¨


Toki Mikyoung, London UK.
toki@fashionup.cc
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Hi I'm studying womenswear for three years in college was the most exciting thing I ever have achieved so far. By expanding my knowledge and appreciation of clothes, I realised how people can communicate through their appearance and how fashion is the most effective tool for showing identity. However, only by designing garment, there was certain limitation to expressing my point of view. Then, I started to take the idea of styling more seriously and found it very exciting. Through communicating with designers and other aspects of fashion industry, styling became a perfect way of exploring my enthusiasm and love for fashion.

After working for various stylists as an assistant, I have accomplished skill for organising and communicating in fashion shoot, video clip, beauty shoot, staging, fashion show and so on. Also while I was experiencing all these, I prepared my own portfolio to take things further. And I think this is the time to move on to next step and found the FashionUP service very inspiring and perfect opportunity to show my dedication to fashion.

After I researched what is fashion up movement and how it works, the effective and daring way of connecting people, designer and stylist made deep impression on me. Specially, I am very intrigued by the idea of helping all different kind of people regardless age and other conditions that normally was overlooked by fashion industry.

Toki

Natasha Mallison Stylist

We want to welcome our new FashionUP Stylist Natasha Mallison from London.
¨I have always felt the desire and the power to do something to help people have a high self esteem and feel confident about themselves; when you look good you feel amazing¨.

Natasha Mallison, London UK
natasha@fashionup.cc
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My name is Natasha I am originally from St-Petersburg , Russia but I currently live in London . When I was 21 years old I headed straight to Paris where I started working as a model, then an actress, but I have always been passionate and involved in fashion world, didn't really matter where; catwalk, studio, film playground or shopping with a client. I have always felt the desire and the power to do something to help people have a high self esteem and feel confident about themselves; when you look good you feel amazing. I moved to London where I gained my degree in Fashion and Stylist consulting at Aston & Hayes, a prestigious Styling school in the UK . I also have a professional qualification in Woman Clothing Design from Russian Sewing College .

I first started as a personal shopper and style consultant for private clients in London and I also work as a stylist for photo shoots. I still travel around the world where I find the inspiration and where I can replenish my knowledge and expertise. For me there are no rules to looking good but I always keep in mind the three C's of dressing: Choice, Customisation and Couture - choosing clothes that suit you, altering clothes to your personal shape and style and having clothes made especially for you are ways that makes anyone look good and feel great! I have been involved in all these aspects of fashion and image-making and I am happy to advice anyone interested on changing their personal image.

Natasha

Vivian Cheung Stylist

We want to welcome our new FashionUP Stylist Vivian Cheung from London.

¨Most of my styling is quite glamorous as I believe every garment could look elegant if you put the right things together with appropriate accessories¨.

Vivian Cheung, London UK
vivian@fashionup.cc
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My name is Vivian, I have graduated from The University of Art London and having done a course in Fashion Styling and photography. I have also completed a foundation course in Art and Design and textiles hence broadening my knowledge of fashion extensively. During my course, I have completed various successful projects including a styling project with Stussy. I have also completed look books for various new designers which have been very impressive,
I work with different photographers for their editorial shoot. These provide me the opportunities to contact people in different situations, to understand the importance of team spirit, communication and the client’s needs.

FashionUP is a unique organization that provides a world wide network between stylists and designers. This organization and set up allows good communication and co-operation between various members of the fashion industry hence providing a good service to its clients.

Vivian

Designer Minha Yoon

We want to welcome our new FashionUP Designer Minha Yoon.

Minha is an extremely talented young designer that currently lives in London. Her designs are wise always seeking perfection in craftsmanship, comfort and flattering silhouettes. Minha enjoys designing and making garments for herself as well as for her friends.



Minha Yoon, London UK

I was born in South Korea and spent the most of my life in California. I’ve always had an interest in drawing and painting- I used to spend my lunch break in high school shut away in the school’s art studio. My love for creating beautiful things developed into interest for fashion. I was eager to study fashion and went for an Associate of Art degree at FIDM in San Francisco, but felt that it didn’t satisfy my desire to become a designer. I left FIDM and came to London, where I study at Central Saint Martins. What attracted me to London as my learning environment is the wealth of culture and its openness to creativity. I enjoy going to concerts- both classical and contemporary. When time allows, I love to travel and learn about new cultures. My favorite destination so far has been Venice, and hope to go back again soon.

FashionUP is an excellent opportunity for both designers and clients; designers to see their creation on real people and for customers to have one-off pieces created only for them. It is definitely an anticipated step forward for the modern fashion industry. It brings the designer’s ideas closer to an individual customer’s requirements and satisfaction.

Minha

Successful trip to London...

Our FashionUP Stylists from Barcelona, Sandra and Silvia, and myself just came back from a very productive trip to London. It was a great experience since we got to meet many Fashion Stylists and Designers from the London College of Fashion. We were happy to see that they all were excited about becoming part of FashionUP, and we sure will be inviting some of them to join our network. I also want to take this opportunity to thank them for taking their time to meet us and learn more about FashionUP. We are also thankful for Instituto Marangoni´s support, and for inviting us to their Master Graduate Fashion show, which was a success.

Click here to see some photos of our trip.

Suhaila Sinn Stylist

Welcome our new FashionUP Stylist Suhaila from Köln Germany
"My aim is not only to make you feel comfortable but adorable in your clothes. Your outfit should represent the best of you and even better".

Suhaila Sinn, Germany
ssinn@fashionup.cc
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Driven by the power of fashion to be able to individually express oneself, I have always been devoted to fashion styling. Fashion can not only be considered as clothing it is an attitude that one represents and – in the best case – leaves an impression. Thereby creativity, inspiration and passion play a leading role. It is not about putting over fast moving fashion trends, but spotting the essence of them and applying them. Latest runway trends are an essential part of my work, although it is the looks on the streets that revive the trend.

FashionUP's idea is very unique as it gives stylists and designers the chance to directly work together with their clients. For me as a stylist there is no better way to pull clothes as from designers themselves. It is not geographically limited and gives me the opportunity to work from everywhere.

Suhaila

Curso de Estilismo FashionUP

¿Quieres aprender acerca del estilismo en el vestir para mujeres? ¿Quieres ser una estilista de moda ?

FashionUP tiene a tu alcanse el primer curso online de estilismo en el vestir para mujeres. Con este curso introductorio aprenderás las técnicas básicas y esenciales para ser una estilista de moda personal.

Este curso esta diseñado como un programa de formación introductorio para personas interesadas en trabajar como estilistas de moda. Hay un enfoque fuerte durante todo el curso en aplicar tu conocimiento de forma práctica para producir resultados y beneficios.

El estilismo de moda es un negocio joven, dinámico y emocionante y hay muchos caminos que una estilista puede seguir. Una cosa es segura, la industria de la moda es ¨BIG BUSINESS.¨ y estamos comprometidos a guiarte en este camino. Después de terminar todas las secciones recibirás un Certificado de “FashionUP Styling”. (Estilismo en el Vestir)

Para más información haz click para una introducción

ó envianos un email:
mcastano@fashionup.cc
sgallardo@fashionup.cc

Designer Ferenc Csabay...

Welcome Our New FashionUP Designer from Budapest


Fenrec is an extremely talented young designer from the heart of Europe. His work show a unique approach to women's wear. The main characteristics of his designs are an elegant style with exclusive tailoring, incomparable cuts and exceptional fabrics.

Ferenc Csabay, Budapest Hungary

When i heared about FashionUP i was a bit sceptical about the idea but after becoming a regular visitor to the website it made it clear for me that this is a brilliant movement created by people who believe that talented designers and stylists should be given the opportunity to express their creativity and share their art with others. I truly find FashionUP a movement to be part of, to which I can contribute to with my creativity and enthusiasm about design and it can also get my works recognition and appreciation by people anywhere in the world.

Competition winnings/awards/finals
Corvin Talent Scout
Style magazine Talent Scout (three times)
Exhibition in the Corvin Art School
Divatolimpia competition
Eurotextile competition
Faut qu’sa bouge competition (Brussels)

Fashion shows held
Faut qu’sa bouge competition (Brussels)
Eurotextile competition (Olof Palme Hause, Budapest)
Sziget Festival 2004Graduation fashion show (KREA)
Sziget Festival 2005
CSF fashion show
Collective fashion show with the “Öltöző” fashion store

Marta Wendlinger Stylist

Welcome our new FashionUP Stylist...
Marta is a professional Fashion Stylist from California USA that currently lives in Barcelona Spain. In addition to being a FashionUP Stylist she also offers a complete range of other fashion consulting and personal shopping services.

Marta S. Wendlinger, Barcelona
marta@fashionup.cc
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Here is one of my published articles:
Barcelona Reporter

Although fashion a fourth career for me, after being a California lawyer, a school social worker with “at-risk” adolescents, and a programme officer for various United Nations organizations, both in Geneva and Belize, fashion consulting incorporates all the skills I’ve gained in the last twenty years of my working career: diplomacy, communication, and listening skills; however since my twenties, I’ve been telling all my friends and family what to wear --- it’s in my blood. Fashion consulting is not just about clothes; it’s about highlighting the most beautiful qualities we all have in ourselves so that we look and feel better everyday.

Since moving to Barcelona in 2003, I’ve been involved in fashion; first by working at a prominent design school where I was in charge of organizing internal and external fashion shows, fashion events and exhibitions, until I launched my own fashion consulting and personal shopping business in June of 2005 In addition to the business, I am the fashion editor for the local English-speaking newspaper, “Catalonia Today”; I’ve created a “Fashion Savvy or Fashion Faux Pas” page (a mini-fashion consulting assessment of famous local figures) for “Barcelona Reporter”, an online news source, and consistently offer interactive fashion conferences for entrepreneur, women’s, and professional oratory groups.

I was attracted to FashionUP because its unique aim is to bring together fashion stylists from around the world; help promote young designers which is something I’ve always been involved in doing; and insures excellent quality of products and services. It was time an organization like FashionUp came along and I’m happy to be part of the team.

Marta

Sandra Montoya Stylist

Bienvenida a nuestra nueva estilista...

Mi nombre es Sandra, soy asesora de imagen y estilista de moda. Me apasiona el mundo de la moda y de la belleza personal. He realizado un curso de grado superior de Asesoría de Imagen Personal. Espero poder ayudarles...


Sandra Montoya, Barcelona
smontoya@fashionup.cc
Visita mi página web en FashionUP

Me considero una persona apasionada por su trabajo y a la vez, creativa y emprendedora. Desde muy pequeña la moda la he vivido desde muy cerca, mi abuela era modista, y me fue introduciendo en este fantástico mundo. Hoy en día, la imagen es uno de los aspectos más importantes de cualquier ámbito, ya sea personal o empresarial.

Creo que FashionUP es una idea excelente, es una empresa innovadora y su objetivo es plasmar aquello que la clienta desea, en cierto modo, cumple las ilusiones de las clientas. El servicio que se ofrece en cada trabajo es exclusivo y personal, y eso las clientas lo valoran muchísimo.
Por otra parte, la empresa da la oportunidad a jóvenes diseñadores y estilistas para que puedan poner en práctica su talento y a la vez, se hagan un hueco en este mundo tan bonito.

Sandra

Valerie Brown FashionUP Stylist

Welcome our new FashionUP Stylist...
"Why fashion styling?¨Since I was a little girl I have always had a knack for style. I would create looks by mixing new styles with vintage pieces. Many took notice and asked me to assist them. I was always happy to help people look and feel great!

Valerie Brown, New York
vbrown@fashionup.cc
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Since beginning her career as a freelance fashion stylist, Valerie Brown has quickly risen to prominence. Editors at magazines such as Un-Chin and Frank Magazines often request her time, In addition to her contributions to magazines, Valerie has styled fashion and beauty advertising campaigns for VH1, MTV and for the off Broadway Play Bye Bye Birdie. She has worked as a fashion show consultant and stylist for designers Peoples Revolution, and Bobby J and most recently utilized these skills as a consultant on the fall and holiday 2005 collections for Bobby J.

Valerie is a trusted fashion stylist and continues to build on the already extensive list of those with whom she has worked over the years, Freddy Rodriguez, Jullisa, Tego Calderon, Boy Boy, J-Mills, Sierra Cruz, and much more to soon follow.

After viewing FashionUP I immediately knew that I wanted to be part of this Fashion Forward Revolution. The amount of information that I received from FashionUP is hard to find when seeking representation, but you guys made it clear and understandable for me. I am glad to be a part of FashionUP team!

Valerie

FashionUP on the radio!

Silvia Gallardo, FashionUP Associate Stylist, and I were invited to Martorell radio station in Barcelona recently. We were interviewed about our innovative movement and about the FashionUP Styling Parties, among other things. It was a great experience and lot's of fun. We hope to repeat it soon.

Aysha Ramadan Stylist

Welcome our new FashionUP stylist...

Aysha is a 23 year old Lebanese stylist born with a great passion for fashion.
She has worked as a freelance stylist in Dubai where she currently lives.

Aysha Ramadan, Dubai
aramadan@fashionup.cc
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I majored in Fashion Design and Marketing in the American University in Dubai. In 1999, I won the first place in the eveningwear category of “Bride 2000- By Swarovski”. I’ve also participated in designing for the customer service category of a leading shopping mall in Dubai and I’ve successfully won the first place. I’ve voluntarily worked at a fashion house in Dubai where I’ve interviewed the customers, designed their outfits, purchased the materials, and supervised the designs’ implementations. I worked as a freelance stylist with Dubai TV in their program and I was assigned to develop the costume designs of several projects such as for the Fairmont Hotel, Peppermint Club, BIOKOSMA and AREEJ cosmetic stores and others.

For the time being, I'm preparing for a fashion show dressing up newly graduating models of Life Model Agency, and Swarovski is sponsoring me with all the crystals. Even though I had some intense experience in styling and knowing that it complements designing, I'd still like to make my career in the latter because the unlimited creativity in the art of clothing appeals to me profoundly.

FashionUP is the first organization that I know of that is trying to establish a world wide network between fashion stylists and designers. It's a great experience of exchanging creative ideas from a variety of rich cultures in addition to extracting the outmost of each participant as a result of the competition among them. In other words, it's a great opportunity for designers and stylists to evolve and for clients to satisfy their demands.

Aïsha

Nicole Craft FashionUP Stylist

WELCOME OUR NEW FASHIONUP STYLIST...

Nicole Craft is a 24 year old stylist from the USA , she's not your average stylist since she has a degree in Advertising and Graphic design. Nicole is currently living in Barcelona Spain.


Nicole Craft, USA
ncraft@fashionup.cc
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I began studying magazines and designers dedicated to finding their passion that I as well felt from the energy of their clothing. Travelling, experimenting, and research have given me an outlook on a new type of culture. I think that clothing is one of the most important parts of a person, it shows their personality, habits and lifestyle. I want to help people find themselves through there passions. think that clothing is one of the most important parts of a person; it shows their personality, habits, and lifestyle. I want to help women find themselves through there passions.

I have dedicated myself to helping women find the inspiration from the inside. Clothing is an art and everyone is an artist putting together outfits, I want to help you see yourself, as you are and as you should be, because that is true beauty.

I joined FashionUP because I think is amazing to be introduced to a number of fresh designers completely dedicated to make my styling work easier. FashionUP offers women a chance to have something created and made especially for them. FashionUP offers women the pleasure of showing themselves with confidence, being them and loving it.

Nicole

Silvia Gallardo FashionUP Stylist

WELCOME OUR NEW FASHIONUP STYLIST /ASSOCIATE
Silvia Gallardo from Barcelona Spain. She is a very professional and talented Fashion Stylist and personal image consultant with a strong entrepreneurial spirit!



Silvia Gallardo, Barcelona
sgallardo@fashionup.cc
Visita mi página web en FashionUP

Soy Asesora de Imagen Personal, especialista en estilismo en el vestir. Mi trabajo no es cambiar la imagen a nadie, sino mas bien, es potenciar la imagen de una persona, o bien, reeducar pequeños inestetismos. Los Asesores de imagen trabajamos en base a lineas, colores, formas y volumenes.


Experiencia: Asesora de Imagen Personal/Personal Shopper, he trabajado siempre como freelance.!!

Asesora De Imagen en la “Elección del chico y chica Maquinista”, Asesora de Imagen en el P.A.M (Punto de Atención y Moda del Corte Inglés- Personal Shopper), Asesora de Imagen y organizadora de Bodas , Asesorar lentes según fisonomía y características del cliente y Escaparatista de la Óptica para marcas como: Chanel, Carolina Herrera, Dior, Versace, etc.

Cuál sería el modo que tu emplearías para captar clientas interesadas en el servicio de estilismos y diseños exclusivos ? Con unas buenas pautas,les haria ver que con un estudio en estilismo,su imagen ganaria y a la misma vez, ganarian seguridad en si mismas.Y en cuanto a los diseños exclusivos...les diria que llevar un buen diseño siempre nos da un signo de calidad y el llevar un diseño exclusivo siempre tiene un punto diferenciado del resto de diseños.


Cuál es tu opinión acerca del Movimiento FashionUP ? Creo que FashionUP es una empresa muy interesante que ofrece unos servicios atractivos y que trabaja de forma eficiente


This space has been created for all the FashionUP Stylists or other Fashion Stylists to meet each other and exchange comments with one another.

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This space has been created for all the FashionUP designers or other Fashion designers

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