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MONTHLY DEBATE:
Fuschia - rate it or slate it?
Our monthly debate is well and truly ON, folks. We all know fuschia, that tormenting tone torn between pink
and purple. But there's only one
question left: is it stylish? Here's what our designers say:
Giorgio: I'm not overly keen on magenta. It's a bit too bright.
Yesse: But it looks alright on accessories...
Ellenora: Especially with black, they compliment perfectly.
Yesse: But not for outfits, no way!
Ellenora: Yes, I'm with Giorgio, it's too bright for an outfit.
Giorgio: And there are so many tones, you never know which to wear.
Ellenora: Totally agree. You have to find exactly the right tone...
Yesse: Too bright and you look clammy, too pale and you look burnt.
Giorgio: I have to say I prefer plain pink. Or purple. No, pink.
So, there's our designers: too bright for an outfit, but great on accessories. What do YOU think?
I think fuschia is a really pretty colour, but it's too bright for a top or anything. You have to have it for hairslides
or nail polish or something. And it looks fab with white or cream. Then it's okay. EMILY, RUGBY.
Fuschia is horrible. It really clashes with my skin and makes me look red and shiny. LAUREN, COVENTRY.
It's quite a pretty colour, very elegant and feminine, but I have to say I prefer purple. Deep purple like Cadbury's chocolate
looks very rich and velvety on curvy people like me. Fuschia's too pink. BECKY, LEAMINGTON.
Can't get enough of fuschia. It's really colourful and eye-catching, great for getting people's attention if you want to
sell something. I love bright colours, fuschia's perfect for me. HELENA, COVENTRY.
Aaaaaaaand the verdict is: GUILTY! Fuschia, you
have been convicted of crimes against fashion! We sentence you to eleven years of hard labour, you have to wear a paper bag
over your head at all times, and you must listen to Blazin' Squad on a continuous loop. Hang your bright, shiny head in shame!
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Can it be true?
Last issue, we asked GEL for comments and they told us they'd had an argument, but they weren't splitting. We're going
to find out if time has taken its toll on GEL's fragile friendship...
Giorgio: I think we're still friends, but we're definitely not as tight as we used to be. They exclude me, and don't
talk to me like they used to. If someone says something, we can have a chat, but it isn't a proper friendly chat. So no, I don't think GEL have split, just kind of... drifted apart. We knew it would happen.
Ellenora: Well, we all speak to each other, but it's not like it used to be. We've kind of drifted apart, like I thought
we would. Yeah, we're still friends, but not so much as we used to be. Giorgio's gone all kind of moody lately, but she has
her own friends and I have mine. I'm okay with it.
Yesse: I wouldn't say we've split, definitely not. We're just... not really GEL any more. We're Giorgio, Ellenora and
Yesse. I'd say we're still friends, we talk to each other and nobody gets anybody down. We're just three sistas, trying to
make our friendship last. And the press don't really help, but we're cool. No way have we split, just... drifted off. It's
fine. Really.
Oh dear. It would appear the cosy little threesome aren't as cosy as we thought. But, as the saying goes, quality not
quantity. Now we have three great labels to choose from. Get the credit card, girls...
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Wardrobe Mistress saves the day!
"Dear Wardrobe Mistress,
I am going to a black-tie party for the first time. I am a student and my budget is
small. What should I wear?"
It's hard to say, not knowing your gender! If you are female, I suggest a simple black
dress with collar (Debenhams has a fabulous one for just £75). If you are male, go for plain black trousers (with a jacket
too if possible) and a white shirt. Surf the charity shops for a nice black bow-tie, they're not hard to find. There are many
shops (and don't assume I mean High-street shops now!) which will let you rent a suit for a few days, and it's much more
beneficial than spending all your money on one if you never wear it again.
"Wardrobe Mistress, please help.
I'm
a 13-year-old girl and I used to be quite popular. Lately my friends have made new mates and don't want to be with me.
I think the reason my friends are hanging out with other people is because I am not stylish enough. They are much more
into fashion than I am."
Well, you'd probably be better with a problem page in your favourite magazine here. However,
I could give you a few tips on jazzing up your wardrobe...
1. A must-have for spring and summer is a pair of wedges. Wedges are really comfy and work well with loads of different
styles.
2. A classic outfit to go with these would be a pair of long shorts (knee-length) or a similarly long skirt, and a loose
shirt. (Roll up the sleeves for a casual, daytime look.)
3. Or, bring out your sexy side with a floaty floral dress and maybe a simple jacket. (Stay away from gilets though
- they're long gone. Trust me.)
Look in your favourite shops first, but may I recommend TK Maxx? They sell loads of fashionable labels at scarily low
prices. I bagged a knee-lenght 50's-style skirt (another great look for spring and summer. They look great with a fitted jacket
and vintage jewellery.) for around a tenner. Bargainlicious!
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CALLING IN THE CAVALRY:
Get the Fashion Cops!
Miss P Southern, a mathematics teacher at a girls high school, was jailed yesterday for crimes against fashion.
The crumbling wreck generally wears long floral skirts, bobbly hand-knitted cardigans, and floppy sandals. Yes, even in the
winter.
The police arrived at the school at around 1pm on 4th February 2005. This caused absolute uproar all across
the school.
She is pleading Not Guilty to all charges. When confronted with her crimes, Southern, 138, said: I keep
up to date with fashion! The children respect me and have grown to love me! You can't lock me up because you disapprove of
my shopping in Bhs! You can't!!! I'm funky I tell you!!! FUNKY!!!!!
Miss Southern then began to dance the Macarena in a drunken fashion and quack raucously- Oh. I have just been
informed she may actually have been trying to sing.
Southern has been sentenced to 50 years in Fashion Prison, and 400000000 hours of hard labour upon her release.
Her mad singing and dancing escapade also earned her 7 months of community service. And, this just in, her sentence has been
increased by 25 years after she ended up streaking all the way from court in a desperate bid for freedom. We'll keep you posted.
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