Never Give Up on Chasing your Dream

Elaine Harris age 34 and mother of a 2.5 year old daughter decided to take a chance and enter Top Model UK 2014contest. With a background in sales and marketing and no previous modeling experience, she did not even think that she had a chance to win. But, this opportunity changed her life. For example, Elaine made it to the finals eliminating 4000 other contestants. She did not win the contest. But, the media was so compelled by her story with jobs beginning to flood her facebook fan page. Further, Elaine was given numerous magazine covers. Ms. Harris modelled for Swedish brand Thule for an international campaign covering Europe & America and for an Italian bag company Fullspot with the pictures being shown internationally as far as Australia. There was then an Aha moment when she realized that it was now or never in becoming a fashion model. Subsequently, Elaine decided to quit her sales and marketing position to pursue fashion modeling full time. 

Other accomplishments include her debuted at London Fashion Week and her success story was shared in many articles and on media sites in New York. Elaine made the

100 impact list' for 2014, for Scottish people who inspire, challenge us and change our world. Ms. Harris was ranked no. 65 in-between Brian Cox and Alan Cummings. Then she modelled for Honda Europe. She has also signed for new luxury boating company, Glider Yachts for 3 years as their face model. Elaine will be with the boat next month when it debuts in Monaco. On my return, she is starting as a blogger for the Herald newspaper about her adventures as a model. Elaine shared her story to inspire others to never give up on their dreams. Her life changed at blink of the eye. She is content pursuing her dream as a fashion model.

I am really excited about what the future holds, I have so many amazing projects in the pipeline and I am enjoying every minute of the whirlwind

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Photography by Lawrence Juliussen

Her passion goes beyond Modeling

Model Alana Ray Osborne has battled abdominal symptoms for the past seven years. Two years ago she was diagnosed with an invisible but painful disease known as endometriosis. The disease causes the endometrium tissue to grow outside of the uterus and can result in severe pain or infertility. Currently, there is no cure. Alana recently graduated with her Masters in Mass Communication; and used her college studies and modeling as a coping mechanism in dealing with endometriosis. She has made it her life's mission to help individuals develop the critical thinking skills to advocate on behalf of their body.

During her graduate studies in innovation and entrepreneurship, she developed Story Sisters, a 5-phase graphic novel to highlight her journey to finding endometriosis. The idea is that students who explore Story Sisters can address missed questions and analyze how to support their peers in similar situations.  

Story Sisters plays host to a multi-month iteration to highlight the effects of endometriosis on everyday friends or family. Story Sisters represents a global effort to engage the community in personal advocacy and help others develop the confidence and fortitude to speak up.


Alana is working with leaders in the endometriosis field to support an open dialogue in the classroom. We invite you to visit Story Sisters and explore an aggregation of weekly resources in the endometriosis community. Story Sisters is committed to enhancing preventive medicine, ensuring quality patient care and expanding global research and education.

Story Sisters: storysisters.org

For more information regarding this organization, email us at info@fashion-couture-mag.com Also go to our Pink Issue for additional info on Alana. Issue can be purchased by going to the "Shop Now" link on our facebook page. 

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Photography Don Poling

HIROMI OSHIMA INTERVIEW: FASHION COUTURE MAGAZINE

 

Official Website: hiromioshima.com

FCM Contributing Writer/Celebrity Interviewer, asha spacek

ashas@fashion-couture-mag.com, @ashaspacek

FCM Cover Photograpaher: Danny Juare, @officialdannyjuare

Tarik Ediz designs is for the Fashionistas in you!

Fabulous Crystal Dress with detachable Train

Okay divas; check out the superb Tarik Ediz collection for 2015.  The name Tarik Ediz is quickly being synonymous with couture, luxury and glamor. 

His exquisite gowns have frequented numerous red carpet events globally. Further, Tarik’s collection is steadily gaining the reputation that his dresses stand above his competitors. Slip into one or more of these chic dresses and make a statement wherever you go. His garments make women feel and look incredible!

The gowns and dresses in Tarik’s collection will accommodate eclectic tastes and styles. The dresses will brings out the women’s silhouette juxtaposing it with exquisite details such as pearls, crystals and beads that make the dresses pop. This designer offers body-conscious styling and exquisitely thoughtful touches, these gowns make women look and feel simply incredible. Find the Tarik Ediz dress that's perfect for your next important event at New York Dress. To see more of this collection go to http://www.tarikediz.com/  

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SHANGHAI TANG: Idiom Innovation: #ChineseChic “East Meets West”

FCM: Shanghai Tang has become synonymous with Luxury and Style in China

Pioneer David Tang Wing-Cheung, creator of "Shanghai Tang" WILL become the the first global Chinese lifestyle brand. Did you know one has yet to exist? You are witnessing innovative fashion in the presence of 5,000 years Chinese tradition in the 21st Century, according to their founder.

A/W 2014 collections now available: Definitely East meets West style with a special focus on the elegance and charm of fashionable Shanghai in the 1930’s. In home furnishings, Shanghai Tang’s products emphasizes functionality- always integrating Chinese motifs into their design. And don't worry, according to the Shanghai Tang website, most orders are received within 5-7 days via DHL, at your door step from Hong Kong.

We can certainly see how Mister Wing-Cheung, along with Creative Director, Joanne Ooi are well on their way.

Shanghai Tang Fashion: combining elegance, comfort and vitality

The Shanghai Tang Story: “Time is the ultimate luxury”
By Fashion Couture Magazine

This Chinese lifestyle brand exploded on the scene in the mid 90’s. What I love about this

collection is how businessman turned fashion designer David Tang Wing-Cheung utilized the

influences of 5000 years in their culture as an inspiration for his collection. Further, the name

Shanghai Tang has become synonymous with Luxury and Style in China. This elegance in their

garments is inspired by the 1930’s. Shanghai Tang takes the elements of elegance, charm, and

vitality in each garment making it fashionable.


Shanghai Tang has a creative vision of being the brand ambassador of Modern Chinese chic

Fashion. Further, there mission is to invent the idiom of modern Chinese chic, and pioneer the

innovation of modern style to debunk preconceived notions of what Chinese style constitutes.

Also, we are dedicated to evolve our products in a more luxurious direction. They also use their

intuition to assist in their marketing strategy.

Shanghai Tang: #ChineseChic

Shop the current collection here

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blog post/copy by asha spacek