My Day with 1st Option Models

It's an unfortunate thing that models sometimes acquire a bad name when they attempt to get one another down because of the high competition or pressure they are under.  That cannot be said for the 1st Option family. I use the word "family" because that is the word Jules Fallon uses to describe her company.

I accompanied Jules Fallon and her team of five models and one assistant on the 16th September to Liffey Valley shopping centre for a styling workshop in which the models would display looks Jules pulled from different stores in Liffey Valley that would appeal to women and young ladies alike. I arrived an hour early and roamed the centre to familiarise myself with the stores Jules would be working with. There was an amazing array of stores from Topshop to Office to H&M. I met Jules in a boardroom in the management suite and she greeted me with a warm hug and a kiss on the cheek. It immediately felt like I knew this woman for a good part of my life. She attracts you in like a moth to a flame and you cannot help but want to know more and more about her and her company (family). Soon after, her family arrives. I am greeted by beautiful beaming long legged young women by the names of Sheona, Helena, Irma, Angelica (Angie) and Paula, who are all happy to see a new face and eager to know my purpose. I beam back at them amazed by their beauty, stature, professionalism and also, their love for Jules Fallon. They  catch up on each others' lives and I quickly understand that when these ladies come to work, they come to work with people they trust, love and support.

It saddens me to say that there was a veil of tribulation over the heads of this family. One of their own was suffering a great loss and it was apparent that they were heart broken over this disaster. However they kept their heads high and worked extremely hard for their client. I turned to Jules to ask her why she did not feel as though she should cancel this job because of recent events. She replied that she would never let down her client because they are family too. In that moment I envied Jules and her extended family and how close everyone was to each other in 1st Option as I had never experienced such camaraderie in this industry.

Seeing everyone working so hard I decided it would be terrible of me not to get involved so I assisted a wonderful young woman by the name of Caroline who is one of Jules's assistants. She is a spirited girl with unparalleled organisational skills and the day runs smoothly because of her efforts. I help organise the clothes and make sure they are in their proper order so the girls are not searching for their outfits and they know exactly where they are and what they are wearing. Jules acted as the MC for the workshop describing the looks the models were wearing and reasons she had chosen certain pieces in relation to what is in fashion at the moment as each model posed on a podium for a crowd that had quickly formed outside Dunnes Stores in front of Jules and her team. From working on Xposé to hosting big events, this is nothing more than a normal day at work for Jules. It is obvious that she has been doing this awhile and is very good at what she does. At the end of the show more than one audience member approached Jules either to ask where she sourced a certain outfit or if she is the shopping centre's personal stylist.

My time with the 1st Option's family was very enjoyable. There are an amazing group of people and it is apparent why they are the best at what they do and why their clients love working with them so much. I hope to work very closely with them again as they have become infectious and you just want be apart of their family after getting to know them for an afternoon.

90's Grunge is BACK!

I've never been so excited about a trend in awhile after I heard 90's grunge is in. I think back to all those punk rock bands I used to listen to and what I used to wear to idolise them whilst I was jumping around my room listening to their latest singles (don't act like that wasn't you!).

 What's even more amazing about this is MAC and our wallet friendly Penney's has jumped on board the grunge train as well as our oul reliable rebel Rihanna in association with River Island.

MAC Winter Trend

Rihanna for RI - AW13

Penney's Grunge Collection

This trend could possibly be my favourite fashion trend! Best start stocking up! xo

Rihanna For River Island Autumn 2013..

I for one am loving Rihanna's collections for River Island, and its only about to get better.

I watched a sneak peak video on youtube of her collection for a/w and everything looks amazing. There is a section full of cameo  which I adore and Rihanna has also decided to get more into hats and bags which is awesome.

Watch the video for Rihanna's upcoming collection here....

CollegeTimes.ie

Those of you who have heard or read anything about College Times will know that it's a student based website which students from all over the country contribute to. It runs on 4 main principles:

• Positive attitude
• Humor based
• Student identifying
• No bullying

It was created when the gap in the market was discovered for a student friendly, article based feed that was casual and laid back and gave students a place to find everything that is current and happening in the here and now. It attracts both young adults and students who find themselves in need of entertainment, advise and information.

College Times covers a variety of topics that students are going to want to read about whether its sports, news, fashion, whats trending, sex, college life, travel, music and much more.

Lets have a look at the fabulous team.....

Greta Dunne

Editor/Director

                                                                          Orla Byrne
                                                                          Style Editor

Jack O'Connor
Sex Editor

                                                                           Sean O'Rourke
                                                                           Tech Editor

Lorraine Levis
Good Times Editor

                                                                     Keith Fitzpatrick
                                                                     Sports Editor

Andy Carolan

Music Editor

                                                 Matt Carolan

                                                 Music Editor

Amber Leigh Doyle 

Style Editor

                                                                    Mikey Andreasson

                                                                    Video Editor

Rikky Britton

News Editor

So that's the entire team with plenty of other student contributors in the mix. Check out their Facebook page, Twitter account and YouTube channel.

RCKMUA

What My Tutor Wore - 27/05/13

This is one of my gorgeous tutors at LA College of Creative Arts, Ornagh Lee. Obsessed with crossfit training and an amazing makeup artist specialising in bridal. 

Disco Pants: American Apparel

Jacket: Vera Moda

Top: Forever 21

Boots: RiverIsland

Chain: Topshop

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What I Wore 27/05/13

Work attire 

Bra-let: Topshop

Blazer: Warehouse

Leggings: Topshop

Belt: RiverIsland

Need a good neck piece to go with it. Any suggestions? 

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Neon and Leopard Print

Bra-let: Topshop

Top: Bershka

Jeggings: RiverIsland

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Retail Therapy 25/05/13

Today's buys differed greatly... Starting from top left:

Kryolan - Collodion (used for creating older looking scars) €18.99

RiverIsland - Sunglasses. Wanted the cat eye frames for awhile now €17.00

Kryolan - Bruise Wheel (colours used for creating bruises) €18.99

Topshop - Bra-let. I've been in dire need of one of these because there are some shirts that you just can't wear a tank top underneath. €25.00 (before student discount)

The reason for the special effects makeup is because I am working on a film tomorrow (Sunday) with a good friend of mine and I am bringing along a fellow makeup artist to assist me as well.

I will have plenty of photos and will be blogging about my experience on set. Looking forward to it!

RCKMUA

What I Wore 25/05/13

Summer summer summer. I decided it was time to step out in colour so I wore this green leopard print dress with a very convenient gap in the back, perfect for ventilation on warm days like this. 

Dress: TopShop

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What I Wore 24/05/13

Top: Awear

Belt: RiverIsland

Leggings: Asos Petite

Shoes: Korky's

Black Band: No clue

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Trending - #EarCuffs

Ear cuffs have become a huge trend as of recent. They add so much to your look. People think that more than one cuff is a bit much. However I tend to stack three on ear on the side of my head with the side cut. I suppose its personal choice but I wouldn't limit myself to one. I recently took out my cuff piercing because 6 months after I got it pierced and it has not healed yet, I realised that it is not that it has not healed, its actually because my body was rejected the piercing itself (way to go, cost me €30) and that's why this photo is in black and white, because my ear is a little red. Ok, its a lot red.

I got my cuffs in Topshop. €4.50 in the sale for 6 of them (WAYHAY!).

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I'm Wearing Black Until They Make Something Darker

I'm going to open with my personal opinion of the colour black. I adore black. I think it represents a medley of things; mystery, sophistication, seduction, comfort, strength and so much more. The LBD has been around for years and there's a reason why. Women feel comfortable in black; its slimming and gives a sense of empowerment. Black is a bold colour that can strengthen any look. A strong bold red lip and a strictly black outfit can say so much by doing so little. My wardrobe is predominately black mainly because I feel my best in black and because its a very professional colour.

Black is not actually a colour in itself. It is the absence of colour entirely. That is another reason why I find it alluring. Before the Big Bang there was darkness - blackness; and the world will potentially end in the same way.

In no way am I encouraging or suggesting that your wardrobe be filled with dark clothes. I am merely saying that there is more reason to love black other than the fact that you look slimmer in it. There is a history to the "colour" black and what it symbolises. Frans Hals painted with 27 shades of black.

So when you go put on your next LBD or black blazer that you have always received compliments with, know that when you wear it, you're saying more about yourself than you might realise.

Have a good weekend!

RCKMUA

MakeUp Look - Work

I work in the Style Club on South William street as a salon co ordinator (ie receptionist). Like any brand, you're required to look professional but suit the brand at the same time. The Style Club is very colourful and has a lot of personality. 

Because my outfit is all black (personal choice) I decided I wanted colour in my makeup. I went for a beautiful red lipstick, cat liner eyes with a small bit of contouring in the socket of the eye and turquoise blue in the water line. 

I love these colours together. So summery and gives such a fresh feel. 

If you want a tutorial on this look comment below.

Happy Saturday! 

RCKMUA xo