2020 has been quite a year! Unfortunately, amongst other things, it led us to not be able to have a runway show. All of the shows that we were scheduled to appear in were cancelled.
But there’s always next year…hopefully!
One thing is for sure, I won’t take for granted being able to participate being in a show. I never realized how much it was missed until the option was no longer there. So, for reminiscing purposes, I wanted to show you the last show we did in 2019.
Take a look at time Fashion Not Fear was put on a runway! You will notice something about their face accessories. Am I a fortune teller or what?? Plus, wait til the end to get all of the outfit details.
Which was your favorite look?? Let me know in the comments…
As you know, new pieces are steadily being made for the Fashion Not Fear Collection. And when I say steadily I mean that there are about 2-3 new drops each month. Limited drops (which is why keeping you informed on the new things coming is essential.)
A new piece is currently in the beginning phase. I love the color and lace so much that I had to give you a peek into the latest textile being used.
It’s mint green, lace and will be fantastic! Can’t wait to show the final piece.
Any thoughts on what will be made?? Let me know in the comments…
The Power Top and Skirt set is made up of authentic waxed African fabric. The background and cylinder shapes are made with colors of green, navy, ivory, and orange.
The sets features a top that has a deep v-neck and a slim-fitting pencil skirt.
You can wear Power Set together or with different pieces. Shop the Power Top and Power Skirt while it’s still available.
Thoughts on this authentic African fabric used? Let me know in the comments…
There are so many good reasons to cop a matching outfit. One of the best reasons that come to mind is that you can break up the set and wear them with different things. This multiples your outfit options like crazy!
Here are 11 Matching Sets that will give you endless style options to pair with different pieces.
Fashion should be an investment. In my personal fashion opinion, if you are going to spend money on clothes, shoes, and accessories…you might as well make it worth your while. Who makes money to waste it??
I didn’t always feel this way. I used to be queen of fast fashion and mass produced pieces. Although, I didn’t realize it at the time. Back in the day, I loved going to stores known for their fast fashion with a $100 budget and walking out with 9 or 10 dresses. Not knowing that I was only going to get one wear out them. Between it getting raggedy after one wash to being completely out of style in 2.2 seconds. It took years for me to realize that my money and the dresses didn’t stand a chance. Most of them ended up being fabric that I used for dusting or wiping down something.
I learned that buying certain items that were massed produced was not for me either. Basics and casual styled pieces is one thing. But walking into a room wearing something that someone else has on is the worst! It only had to happen to me a couple of times before I decided I needed to find another way to spend my money effectively on fashion.
I actually had my first taste of handmade when I was younger. My mom was the best at sewing and used to make me some of the cutest outfits. I remember walking into my first day of middle school in a pair of MC Hammer style pants and a slightly cropped top. You couldn’t tell me anything! Now that I think about it, that is probably what initiated my appreciation for handmade.
There is something special about wearing garments that are skillfully made by hand. If you haven’t worn anything handmade, you don’t know what you’re missing. It hits different.
Here are some reasons to appreciate handmade.
Limited In Quantity – handmade can’t be mass produced. There’s no way you will be walking into a event and see others wearing what you’re rocking.
Supports Small Businesses – Most handmade products from clothes to anything else come from a small business.
Unique Styles – Since clothes are made by a small business, there is no one over them putting a limit on what type of styles they can or should produce. They can let their creativity fly!
Lasts Longer – If its properly handmade, time is taken to ensure the zipper is installed with precision, the buttons are firmly attached, it was washed before you received it to reduce shrinking, and the list goes on and on. These types of steps provide longevity to the garment.
Have you ever bought a handmade garment? If so, what was your wearing experience been like? If not, get yourself something handmade, you deserve it.
As a fashion designer, I always try to make something that will give the piece its own statement. Something as small as a button or seam placement can take an outfit from “okay” to “okaaaaay” .
There is nothing like making a statement with your sleeves. I mean, no shade to the traditional short sleeve or long sleeved with buttons but a dramatic sleeve really turns it up some notches! When you walk into the room with a strong sleeve game; heads will turn.
Check out these outfits featuring a dramatic sleeve, the you will fall head over heels for!
From puffy to oversized, to ruffled and cutout…these prove the point that sleeves alone make a powerful fashion statement. By the way, all of these pieces are available at Blue Labels Boutique. Click the links to shop them! Which are your faves?? Drop them in the comment…
You have been given sneak peaks of the Daring Jacket and Skirt for the past few weeks.
I’m happy to announce that the gorgeous set is finally complete and available at BlueLabelsBoutique.com.
Check out the video detailing how it was made and see my lil’ employee!
This was the first jacket added to the Fashion Not Fear Collection. Thoughts on the Daring Jacket and Skirt or my lil’ employee?? Let me know in the comments…
A few days ago, it was announced that a new dress was about to drop in the Fashion Not Fear Collection.
A rough sketch was released to give you an idea on what the dress will look like. And I do mean rough because I am no artist!
Creating these days are completely different from before becoming a mother. My son doesn’t care that I have to cut fabric, how much sewing I need to do, or that I need to keep the Fashion Not Fear readers updated on the progress. All he knows is that he wants his Mama and I better pick him up now! Soooo, creating looks completely different these days.
I had to take it to the floor when it came to cutting the fabric. For some reason, that was the only place he was comfortable. Thank God all pieces are laundered after completed.
The material for the Unabashed Dress is everything! It’s soft, silky, and very stretchy. In other words, this piece is super comfortable.
Looks like your stay at home days are about to get more stylish! 😚
A few weeks ago, I started working on a new collection for the annual SPIRIT Fashion Show that I’ve been showcasing at for the past few years.
SPIRIT Fashion Show 2019
Unfortunately, this years’ show was cancelled due to the pandemic. But it is on for next year, so no worries.
I had already sketched out the 8 looks that I was going to be making for the show. One style was completely finished and I was putting the final touches on the second look when I got the notice about it being cancelled.
No biggie, it was time to make a pivot to my designs! Not really so much the styles but the fabrics. It was no longer going to necessary for me to create 8 looks that had fabrics that coordinated.
The new handmade pieces being added to the collection have the feminine details FNF is known for but I wanted to add some dramatic sleeves in there too. I just love a good sleeve, I can’t help myself.
Here are some of the details you will see in the first two pieces set to be released this week!
This rack will be full of new designs soon. Stay tuned for these two new releases that will be coming out this week.
What do you think of what you’ve seen so far?? Let me know in the comments…
