Great post. I remember Liz leaving Marie Claire very well. I have to say I hugely enjoyed both her books and read the You column when I remember.
I am on the list but I don't actually earn enough to buy anything, even at the sample sale, so I don't go, it's safer. Hope you're having a good weekend xx
While I know you've expressed disapproval of such things in the past before, all I can say is that if you really want and can afford a Chanel sample bag, keep a judicious eye on Ebay for the next month or so because I am sure some of them will suddenly appear there - I've picked up one in the past that way.
Oh and I should add, for balance, that the most exciting press freebie I've ever received was a set of binoculars from the Belgian payments cards association.
I have to say one more thing. I'm not in the beauty business or -media at all, but in an industry with a certain resemblance, were rubbing shoulders and scratching backs means a great deal more than most people would care to admit. I really enjoy your writing about what happens behind the scenes. I sincerely hope a future employer will see it for what it's worth, give you a good chance for it and pay you accordingly.
Great post - I really identify with a great deal of what you said in your piece. The world of fashion is fascinating and fickle, all at the same time. I have always tried to stay away from the pomp and ceremony that surrounds the fashion industry, but it can be difficult to do it, especially when you are trying to establish yourself. Hopefully one day, it will be all about the fashion, nothing more, nothing less.
What a fabulous read, one that I am personally part of, indirectly (you know what I mean!). The scrambling over each other is just so boring, aren't we all meant to just get along in an industry that is, really, quite a trivial one in the grand scheme of things?? (I know, I know, the fashion and beauty industry is a multi-billion pound one, just making a point). Anyway, you've ranted enough for the both of us so I must say - Thank You!
A post that tells fashion like it is. Utterly desirable, heartbreaking and felling in a single blow. We all need to speak of the good, the bad and the ugly more often. As BBB has done here.
I don't think beauty and fashion people are any more flawed than other human beings when it comes to ego. I can remember being highly put out being knocked down the billing at a science conference when a better speaker agreed to appear.
Oww.. I'm so sorry to hear that! I had a REALLY bad experience with the Chanel press office once when I was working on a fashion product page for an Asian bridal magazine.
I contacted one of the press officers for an IMAGE of a Chanel handbag... and after providing media packs/circ figures etc they replied back saying they didn't want to be featured!
Not only were they turning down free publicity, they were alienating Asian customers and brides. It seemed like we weren't good enough and that was really disheartening because I love Chanel :-O
To be fair the woman I was emailing was very apologetic and it was clear that someone more senior was telling her not to send me anything.
It was great to read such an honest account rather than the normal sycophantic praise for everything that these brands put out on the market. More please!
I have been doing laser for years and hair growth is linked to hormones. I can say that so far it has been costly but well worth it. For those like myself who was shaving every other day, doing facial hair removal weekly or at least bi weekly I can now go weeks and at times months. I no longer have a shadow on my legs when I do shave and i even have patches where no hair grows at all. I have spent quite a bit of money so if this tria works it will save quite a bit and be well worth it!
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I'm not on the list either. *sad face*
Im sorry you weren't on the list.... perhaps it was an accident? Your post did make a really enjoyable read :)
Great post. I remember Liz leaving Marie Claire very well. I have to say I hugely enjoyed both her books and read the You column when I remember.
I am on the list but I don't actually earn enough to buy anything, even at the sample sale, so I don't go, it's safer. Hope you're having a good weekend xx
Ha ha. Kudos to you for actually telling.
Really, really interesting post. I loved reading it and I'm glad you spoke up and told the truth.x
That would hurt.
While I know you've expressed disapproval of such things in the past before, all I can say is that if you really want and can afford a Chanel sample bag, keep a judicious eye on Ebay for the next month or so because I am sure some of them will suddenly appear there - I've picked up one in the past that way.
Oh and I should add, for balance, that the most exciting press freebie I've ever received was a set of binoculars from the Belgian payments cards association.
I have to say one more thing. I'm not in the beauty business or -media at all, but in an industry with a certain resemblance, were rubbing shoulders and scratching backs means a great deal more than most people would care to admit.
I really enjoy your writing about what happens behind the scenes. I sincerely hope a future employer will see it for what it's worth, give you a good chance for it and pay you accordingly.
Great post - I really identify with a great deal of what you said in your piece. The world of fashion is fascinating and fickle, all at the same time. I have always tried to stay away from the pomp and ceremony that surrounds the fashion industry, but it can be difficult to do it, especially when you are trying to establish yourself. Hopefully one day, it will be all about the fashion, nothing more, nothing less.
Great post!
STYLISA xXX
What a fabulous read, one that I am personally part of, indirectly (you know what I mean!). The scrambling over each other is just so boring, aren't we all meant to just get along in an industry that is, really, quite a trivial one in the grand scheme of things?? (I know, I know, the fashion and beauty industry is a multi-billion pound one, just making a point). Anyway, you've ranted enough for the both of us so I must say - Thank You!
x
A post that tells fashion like it is. Utterly desirable, heartbreaking and felling in a single blow. We all need to speak of the good, the bad and the ugly more often. As BBB has done here.
I don't think beauty and fashion people are any more flawed than other human beings when it comes to ego. I can remember being highly put out being knocked down the billing at a science conference when a better speaker agreed to appear.
They might be a bit louder about it though.
Oww.. I'm so sorry to hear that! I had a REALLY bad experience with the Chanel press office once when I was working on a fashion product page for an Asian bridal magazine.
I contacted one of the press officers for an IMAGE of a Chanel handbag... and after providing media packs/circ figures etc they replied back saying they didn't want to be featured!
Not only were they turning down free publicity, they were alienating Asian customers and brides. It seemed like we weren't good enough and that was really disheartening because I love Chanel :-O
To be fair the woman I was emailing was very apologetic and it was clear that someone more senior was telling her not to send me anything.
But it still makes me angry!!
Sami x
It was great to read such an honest account rather than the normal sycophantic praise for everything that these brands put out on the market. More please!
Straight forward and honest, telling it like it is. More please.
I have been doing laser for years and hair growth is linked to hormones. I can say that so far it has been costly but well worth it. For those like myself who was shaving every other day, doing facial hair removal weekly or at least bi weekly I can now go weeks and at times months. I no longer have a shadow on my legs when I do shave and i even have patches where no hair grows at all. I have spent quite a bit of money so if this tria works it will save quite a bit and be well worth it!
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