Why Blog??

Blogging by definition is an ongoing journal of information updated by an author on a website. There are more than 70 million blogs that exist today. So what’s so special about people writing about their emotions for the world to see? Blogs give people an opportunity to express how they feel on all subjects and receive feedback from millions of people. Think about it, you’re able to give your opinion from the comfort of your own home wearing sweat pants if you want. Blogs are also engine-search friendly. So while dishing about what store you went shopping at this weekend you can hyper-link it to your blog , thus getting even more exposure. The blogging world is full of endless possibilities.
Since blogging is a great way to connect with other people, and in the education world it’s a wonderful opportunity. Even though fashion would probably be the last educational field where blogging would be considered useful, it gives fashion students a great way to express their opinions on the latest trends, or what designers they loved this season. This way other students are able to respond back and create a dialogue, students can gather inspiration from one another through their blogs. They are not only writing but also able to create their own creative flare on the site.
While researching the wonders of blogging, I came across a few sites that I felt were worth mentioning. Fashion Student, a blogger from London talks about her adventures and struggles being in the fashion world as a student. I thought it was interesting that she was living in a completely different part of the world and was struggling with what I deal with as a fashion student here in America. Another blog that I thought was interesting was I am Fashion. This blog gives a great description on designers and what they are up to and their general opinion on the fashion world. It’s great to be able to read an connect with others who have the same interest as myself.

Perfectly Plaid

This fall 2008 the plaid look is back. Everyone is mad for this rectangular pattern. Whether you’re gathering inspiration from the lumber jack look or want to appear to be innocent like a catholic school girl, there is a plethora of plaid to go around this fall 08. You can obtain these looks from high to low prices points. Designers such as D&G and Just Cavalli will cost you a pretty penny but if you’re looking for something at a lower price point you can accessorize with Steve Madden pumps or a buy button up from Forever 21. This pattern has also stepped it up a notch by offering more than the 1990 grunge red and black. It comes in colors such as purple, teal, and gold. So when searching for those perfect plaids remember your budget and show your fashion sense by picking an offbeat color.