XLR8 Reinvented

I lived nearby malls, thus every stroll I had it's almost impossible for me not to notice every bit of difference in it. One store, I've recognized a familiar album cover, and it's look like a Kpop group on its display, well, my reaction another copy cat.

Until last 2 months ago, after finishing my fashion styling course, Stylist Argie called and asked if I can collaborate styling XLR8, then I ask who? Who are they? Am I already that lost or so out? Then Arg explained, and discussed hurriedly. Why not? Right, This is my 3rd styling stint after graduation, and styling is a challenge this time.

I came then, and was quite surprised how very kind, and very respectful they are. Very mannered, and very energetic. We had 4 lay outs to prep, meaning thats 32 changes, 32 wardrobes, 32 headaches.... Wow, that is so challenging, I think, bring it on!

The 1st set is formal, very black and gray from their single inspired extension look. Then I thought, this could be not happening, I don't want them to look same, and very waiter-inspired look. Discussed with Argie, and with the organizer that maybe we can make it very hip and cool but very different from their usual looks. Agreed! next lay out is very clean, commercial, white look, very CK, very easy. Then off to the 3rd and to the 4th. 4th looks is my and Argie's favorite, where we played our own direction, and how we want to style this group, we called this free-styling. In the end, it made me realize, that they are not just a bunch of kids yeah maybe with talent, but with those looks, energy, and yes very raw talent that inspires others, fans, and want to emulate them... I say then, never never be to judgy again.

I'm so proud, and happy with the final lay outs. The shots are extremely to die for, and artistically done.

Check it guys, and I called this Reinvented - new, different looks with fierce!

Casts:

Photography : Darrel Pobre

Styling : Jear De Mc Cuttac + Argie Salango

Grooming : Nanan Villalba + Anton Padtu + Mycke Summers

Assisted : Ronan Espadero

Logistics : Archie Crisologo

Hug,

Stylista Jear

Fashion Wars

Prior to Fashion Week, I had a great time styling 3 models for an upcoming Fashion Wars Openshoot teaser. Pax got to syle the girls, and me for the boys. The concept was very fall/autumn, with very runway look with a very distinct styling for very formal to very casual direction.

The Openshoot will be on Oct 23-24, 2010, held at Calibre Studio in Makati City. A pre-lunch Party will be celebrated on Oct 12 at VIP in Timog.

I've really prepared for this shoot, after somehow knowing that MJ's shoot usually is a hyped one, alot of people really are going in this shoot.

Pax and I agreed to maximize our resources and really worked on more research for more looks and concept on the upcoming openshoot.

How do I feel and think about all of this stuff? For One, I need to really keep updating my sched - Oct 12: VIP Prelunch Fashion Wars Party; Oct 17: Little Red Riding Hood shoot; Oct 20: Rose's Wedding; Oct 23-24: Fashion Wars Openshoot; Oct 25-30 Philippines Fashion Week.

I think I need a break a little after which.... recharge, and contemplate for upcoming shoots.

Till here, and if you happen to read this, for suggestions, comments, please let me know.

Hug,

Stylista Jear

Reactivation!

Wow, Been so long I've opened this account. Well, I'm back! It's my official account, and my commitment to push this love!

Guess what's up today! It's October 10, 2010, very popular the "10.10.10". It's my jumpstart day for my pursuit of love for fashion, anything from my photos, thoughts, and my styling stints.

Today, for one, just had a blast styling Seph, and Shai for an online vote of one of the major label here in the Philippines.

Happy viewing, and don't miss the captions below. This is just a sneak peak of more great things to come!

Love,

Stylista Jear