Takin' care of business

 

Even though I don't regularly practice as a photographer my degree in Fashion with Photography keeps me interested in the latest editorials, adverts and fashion films. There are a lot of talented photographers and stylists out there but often the concepts behind the editorials lack imagination and blend in amongst the rest. However, when I saw 'Takin' care of business' for Bon Magazine I loved it. 7 women are styled in their usual attire for work and an image of their work place is posted opposite. I'm not sure that my mechanic looks quite so stylish when I pop in for my yearly MOT but the juxtaposition of the contrasting images works brilliantly. The simplicity in the styling and the layout adds to the impact of the concept. Well done Bon Magazine- a great editorial.

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Interview with Sons of Heroes

It's always great to see your name in print, and even better when it's a magazine that you have supported since the beginning. I started writing for menswear magazine, PAUSE in April 2012 and less than a year later I am Features Editor and have interviewed Vince Kidd, Mikill Pane and many fashion brands including Sons of Heroes. The team is close knit and everyone works really hard and each issue is growing stronger and stronger. I am always on the lookout for up-and-coming menswear brands to interview and feature both online and for the print magazine. For more information please contact me on: katie@pausemag.co.uk

Order your copy of PAUSE here and see my name in print!

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London Fashion Week A/W '13. Apu Jan

Today is Day 1 of London Fashion Week and each season seems more exciting than the last. Following on from London Collection's I will be covering London Fashion Week for Who's Jack again so make sure to check out the website for updates!! My favourite show of the day was Apu Jan, a Taiwanese designer who studied in London but still uses the East as inspirations for his collections. His Autumn/Winter 2013 Collection entitled 'petroleum' ran veryyyy behind but it was well worth the wait.. I thought I would share with you a couple of pictures.. They were taken on my iphone so sorry about the quality but I still think you can get a feel for the collection, which was showcased for Fashion Scout at Freemason's Hall.

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London Collections: Baartmans + Siegel A/W 13

Whilst covering the London Collections: Men shows for Who's Jack I went to the Baartmans & Siegel presentation which was in fact in a cinema! Check out the full review at Who's Jack. 

Who's Jack : London Collections

As I'm sure most of you all know today kicked off London Collections:Men and that means one thing our twitter timelines and instagram feeds are filled with all things fashion related. I have the honour of covering some of the shows this week for Who's Jack Magazine. I applied for the position a few weeks back, so was very pleased when I learnt they wanted me to cover some of the shows. 

Who's Jack is a magazine covering everything from Art and Culture to Fashion and the going's on in London. Check out some pages of their current issue: #57.

It will actually be my first time at London Collections:Men after it began last June. I will be attending some shows tomorrow but Wednesday is the busiest day for me, and I will be covering:

-Baartmans and Siegel
-J.W Anderson
-Qasimi
-Matthew Miller

Follow me on Twitter and Instagram for live updates from the shows.

Katie x

Jessica Chastain for W Magazine: January 2013

'I love wigs, I love costumes, I love anything that will get me into the character.' Jessica Chastain

The relationship between art and fashion is always up for discussion for those interested in art and fashion. W Magazine have taken this topic and used it as the main theme for their January Issue the 'Art meets fashion' edition. Hollywood actress Jessica Chastain graces the cover of W Magazine in the multi cover issue. 

After being described as the 'ultimate muse' Jessica has been re-interpreted by visual artists;  George Condo, Rineke Dijkstra, Chantal Joffe and Mickalene Thomas for the latest issue of W Magazine. My favourite cover has to be the George Condo interpretation, it is quite simply a work of art. Jessica's striking red hair (admittedly a wig) looks beautiful in contrast as she blends into George Condo's art work. 

Photography by Rineke Dijkstra 

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PAUSE Magazine: Issue 2

I have been writing with PAUSE for a few months now and I have now interviewed both of their cover stars: Mikill Pane (Issue 1) and Vince Kidd (Issue 2). PAUSE is a menswear magazine, documenting everything from styling tips to up-and-coming designers. A lot of hard work goes into the online blog and the printed magazine and I am so proud to be a part of it! You can order your FREE issue here: http://pausemag.co.uk/?p=7126

Everything from the graphics to the photography has really improved this issue, it is definitely a magazine to watch out for. It would be great to get some feedback on my interview with Vince Kidd for any of you who do order a copy! 

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Website: www.pausemag.co.uk

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The end of an era.

David Gandy

Kat Cordts

I am now in my final month of my degree which in itself is a scary thought. Around this time it brings alot of students to question what it actually is that they want to do with their lives. For the past couple of weeks I have been vigorously scouring internship websites and twitter feeds to try and find the perfect job or internship. I have now secured an internship at a new online magazine which will launch later this month called Ra Raavis Magazine. The basic concept is an online magazine that will act as a platform for all kinds of fashion career pathways. I am excited to get started but I am still on the lookout for more experience. The other day I came across an internship for Schon! Magazine, who you may or may not have heard of yet on http://creativeopportunities.arts.ac.uk/. If you are a graduate or student looking for more experience to put on your CV I would definately recommend the creative arts website to search for internships. I have now applied for the Journalist/Copywriter role at Schon! but it is now a waiting game.