Although the match might be the attention-grabber, large sporting events such as Wimbledon in the UK are hubs of fashion, where the famous and the not-so-famous can show off their style in front of fellow tennis fans. To plan an outfit that all the attendees will admire, read on for some inspiration on what to wear to a match, and even how to plan your own sporting party.

How can you show your team pride?

One of the most exciting ways to dress on the days of sporting events is to show your team pride through your outfit, incorporating the colors of your team into your clothing. Now that most matches are flooded with a rainbow supporting the teams playing, you should consider opting for team colors. However, team pride does not have to be garish, and many sports lovers incorporate their team colors into smart outfits such as suits and blazers in order to make a statement and still remain stylish. 

However, if you want to go for the traditional look of sporting events, you should consider investing in a team jersey or sweater which enables you to promote your team in an instantly recognisable manner. Although you might not believe that these are the most fashionable options, when paired with a smart skirt or tucked into a pair of bootleg trousers, you will instantly be able to heighten the appearance of this item.

What are the best fashions for sporting events?

When you go to sporting events, there are usually loose dress codes to support your fashions that you must comply with. If you are searching for the perfect feminine look this season, you might consider opting for a full, A-line dress in pastel or pale colors, which will help you to look elegant and regal while aligning with the traditional and classic fashions of most sporting events. 

However, suits are always an excellent option for both women and men, as these can help you to adjust to the weather outdoors, as well as remain smart throughout the match. Not only is this a simple option that will ensure that you do not look out of place, but a well-tailored suit can add instant expense to your outfit, however much you paid for it. 

You should also consider the options within the sporting match that you are attending. For instance, those attending tennis events may be asked to follow a strictly white dress code, which offers itself to many full-length dresses and pleated shirts throughout the day. 

Can you have your own sports party?

If you are attending an after-party, or are simply holding one at home to experience the thrills of the match without actually attending, there are still some considerations for fashion that you should think about. While you may be able to conduct a tennis livestream to allow you to enjoy the event within your own home, enabling you to follow the results wherever you are, most people will still opt for colors that match the sport that they are attending. However, you do not have to keep strictly to this color, and flashes of floral patterns or other pale colors can help you to look chic and stand out.

You may also want to add glamor by combining the traditional colors with metallics and glitter to ensure that you shine throughout the night. Though what could be better than showing off the traditional flair of garden parties? By adding patterned, shirt, and bodycon dresses, you will be able to look sophisticated while enjoying the summer weather. 

Jennifer Lopez gave ab envy post workout on Christmas Eve rocking a $75 Sports Bra and Leggings from Carbon 38 and $325 The Kooples Sneakers.

Her Carbon Red action bra has a glossy finish.

 A glossy liquid finish adds style and versatility for a sleek look for these high rise leggings.

Her sneakers have the words “Finesse” and “Tighten Up” on the front.

She looks hot! Remind me to add ‘gym membership” to my New Years Resolutions!

What say you?

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Beyonce recently blessed our timelines working a custom Duckie Confetti look, including a corset, gloves, and skirt.

She further accessorized with $350 Oscar de la Renta L’Impatiens Earrings.

Not only is the outfit bomb, but that pose? Bey, we’re taking notes! Hot!

What say you?

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Kelly Rowland glowed gorgeous in a pink and black Georges Hobeika gown, styled by Kollin Carter.

Stunning! And yes to that high slit.

What say you?

Kim Kardashian wore a Vintage Versace Leather Dress and Purple Alexandre Vauthier boots to the #KardashianJenner Holiday Party for their Employees.

Hot! or Hmm..?

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When the Industrial Revolution started in Britain, in the 18^th century, we didn’t yet have the tools or the knowledge to predict the impact our production processes will have in terms of pollution. We were quite content that we could now afford so many things that made our lives easier and more enjoyable. 

You could say we were blissfully ignorant, but in recent years, we find ourselves unable to escape the consequences of our wasteful modern lifestyle. Despite no longer being able to say we simply don’t know any better, we seem to find it difficult to change our consumerist habits.

One could also argue if it’s fair for these industry sectors to place the responsibility solely on the consumers while they’re lobbying against any governmental measure that would decrease their profits. The issue of transparency has been quite a hot topic, especially in regards to fashion brands such as H&M, Zara or Marks & Spencer among many more. 

Nevertheless, the cycle seems to be as follows – major news about some fashion brand linked to environmentally unfriendly practices, dangerous working conditions and exploitation is followed by public outrage and impassioned debate, but not long after we go right back to shopping at fast fashion stores or watching YouTube video of influencers bragging about their shopping hauls. 

How Bad for the Environment Is the Fashion Industry?

In 2014, people were buying 60% more clothes than they did in 2000. That’s after “breaking news” of the collapse of the Dhaka factory in Bangladesh. The western World is now also impacted by the China ban, a policy enacted in early 2018 outlawing the import of poorly sorted plastics, which has put further strain on our ever-increasing landfills.   

The clothing industry is one of the largest polluters in the world, second only to the oil industry. And guess what? More that 60% of fabrics used nowadays are synthetics, meaning they are derived from fossil fuels, not bio-degradable, have to be either burned or will also end up in a landfill. Perhaps if the general population had more knowledge in terms of chemistry, the fiber content labels would have a greater influence on their decision to buy the item.  

We also need to take into consideration the chemicals used in the dyeing process and the high water usage (79 billion cubic meter pe year). Despite what advertisers might lead you to believe, only about 20% of clothes are either recycled or reused, and in the UK alone, it has been estimated that 350,000 tons of clothing are sent to the landfills. To turn raw materials into fibers, further 8000 chemicals are needed. 

There is growing concern in connection to the microfibers derived from synthetic fabrics through laundering, polluting the Earth’s water, since they’re too small to be filtered out by water treatment plants and this results in our food supply being contaminated as well. A study revealed that 34% of microplastics found in the oceans were made of polyethylene, acrylic, polyester and elastane (produced by the textile and clothing industry).

The Sustainable Fashion Movement

With all the environmental consequences linked to pollution from the fashion industry, there has been growing interest in sustainable fashion, but this movement is not new. 

In the beginning of the 90s, roughly at the same time as the United Nations conference on Environment and Development (1992) otherwise known as the Rio Earth Summit, the idea of eco-friendly made its way into the fashion world.  Yvon Chouinard and Douglas Tompkins, owners of Patagonia and ESPRIT and passionate outdoorsmen commissioned research into the impact of the fibers used in their garments. The legacy of their effort still shapes today’s sustainability agenda for the fashion industry. They were also the co-funders of the first conference on organic cotton held in 1991 in Vasalia, California. 

In 1992 ESPRIT launched their ecollection based on the Eco Audit Guide and throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, many more brands started shifting towards the same values. Patagonia ran an ad campaign in 2011 with a picture of their merchandise and the slogan “Don’t buy this jacket” meant to encourage people to be more mindful of the impact their shopping habits has on the environment. 

The main concerns of the sustainable fashion concept are:

• Finding ways to raise the value of local production
• Increasing the durability of the materials and thus prolonging the lifecycle of the garment
• Reducing waste and the harm caused by production and consumption
• Educating people on how to be a “green consumer”

There’s also the issue of whether “sustainable fashion” isn’t in itself an oxymoron since fashion is mostly about constant change and the industry has a business model based on the frequent and continuous replacement of products which brings us to the “slow fashion” movement.

The Slow Fashion Alternative

Slow fashion means seasonless garments produced through more traditional techniques and focused on durable design. For workers in the production chain from developing countries, it also means higher wages and for the consumers, they get higher quality products. This reduces both the industrial waste, as well as the amount of clothes thrown away. 

The UK brand People Tree was one of the first brands to gain global acclaim thorough their unambiguous emphasis on slow fashion. They embraced ethical trade, supporting local producers and using eco-friendly materials. The company was given the Ethical Trade Brand award in 2013.

Slow fashion is regarded as an alternative to fast fashion, similar to the “slow food” approach and involves a reformed infrastructure with the intent of showing greater care for the living conditions of the population and minimizing the use of the planet’s resources. 

The problem is that fast fashion is advantageous for the low-income end-users as the low prices allow them to access more attractive looking clothes, similar to what those with higher social status would wear. They resent being told what to buy and their argument is that only those in a higher position can afford to change their shopping choices and be more environmentally conscious.

Influential model, blogger and disability activist Mama Cax, has died.

According to @todayshow , “Cax passed away Monday after spending several days in a hospital, her family revealed Friday in a statement on her Instagram page. She was 30. Cax’s death occurred less than a week after she revealed she’d been rushed to an ER in London after suffering “severe” abdominal pain. Cax later learned she had “several blood clots in my leg, thigh, abdomen” and also near her lungs. Cax lost her leg when she was 14 as she battled an aggressive form of bone cancer. She became a runway hit and a social media superstar thanks to her penchant for showcasing her prosthetic leg by decorating it in colorful designs. She landed major campaigns for Tommy Hilfiger, Sephora and other fashion labels, and won respect around the world for pushing the fashion industry to include more disabled models and more women of color.”

May she Rest in Peace.

There are the rich and then there are billionaires. This minority is envied both for their loaded bank accounts and their fashion sense.

The rest of humanity can only afford to admire from afar. According to the Wealth-X Billionaire Census 2019, there are only 2,604 billionaires in the world.

However, you don’t have to be a billionaire to look like a billion bucks every time you walk out the door. You can never go wrong with the following tips.

Be Comfortable with What You are Wearing

This is a golden rule in fashion. If you love what you are wearing you will look fantastic. It defeats the purpose if you feel uncomfortable in your clothing.For example, choose a small lightweight smartwatch that has good quality and looks classy. 

It doesn’t matter the brand or the price tag. Think of the fashion icons and celebrities you admire, they ooze confidence all the time. That is because they feel “like themselves” in their attire. You should endeavor to do the same.

Ensure it Fits/Get a good Tailor

The secret to making it to any “best-dressed list” is wearing clothes that fit. A good tailor can do wonders for you. Even a very expensive piece of clothing can look tacky if the fitting is wrong.

You should wear clothes right for body size and shape. Men can go for bespoke or made to measure instead of just picking something off the rack. For women, a tuck here and there can make you look taller and slimmer.

Proper Care of Your Investment

You hear of clothing belonging to the Duke of Windsor, from the 1990s are being auctioned and you wonder how they survived all that time.

It is no secret that well-maintained garments last longer and yet most people fail miserably in this area.

Here are a few pointers:

• Ditch the wire hangers: The last thing you need is the wires poking your prized possession. Invest in plastic or better yet thick wooden hangers.
• Prompt repairs: The minute you notice anything out of place like loose buttons or a tear. Have the clothes repairs before you lose the button or the tear gets bigger.
• Brush after each wear: Give your suit, dress, skirt or trousers a good brushing after every wear. These helps in removing dust before they settle into the fabric. It only takes 30seconds.
• Professionally clean your wool garments: Moths love wool. Never store your woolen clothing without having them professionally treated for storage. There might not be a suit to wear the next time.

Quality Over Quantity

At a glance, a suit or cocktail dress from a luxury brand might look the same as one bought from a store. It is only on closer inspection that you realize the difference is as day and night.

Quality garments have better fitting and last longer than buying several cheap ones, you’ll only get to wear a few times. You can spot the difference by looking for:

• Generous hems and close stitching at the seams
• Patterns are alignment at the seams
• Hardware such as zippers and buttons are invisibly sewn into the garment

Compare Price and Cost of Use

The price of an item is simply the initial purchasing price while the cost of use is how much you will spend over the lifetime of the same item.

Buying cheap garments and accessories present problems on two fronts. For one, cheap is expensive, they don’t last. You will have to keep replacing them. When you finally come across a quality item you will have already used a lot of money.

So, save up and invest the money in one or two quality garments even if it will cost more. Fortunately, having the winning Powerball lottery ticket can give you the financial might to upgrade your entire wardrobe.

Avoid Obvious Branding

Luxury brands are associated with success and opulence but nobody wants to be a walking billboard.

Quality suits and jackets always have the brand names hidden for this same reason. 

Getting Started

These tips might take a while to implement. If you follow them you will be by far the best-dressed person in any room. Once you perfect them, dressing like a billionaire will come naturally to you.

After tallying the votes, the results are in! Here’s part two of the remaining winners for each category from our Best of 2019 series. Let’s read on:

Fashionista of the Year: Monica 

Atlanta is known for the phenomenal fashions in the black community, including the bomb hair, and music. So it comes as no surprise to anyone that one of our famous ATL-iens and R&B legends Monica fit the bill as our Fashionista of the Year! Monica has range within her style to keep it chic, sexy and cool always. Especially with her vivacious cuts and versatile hairstyles. We love it! 

Fashionable Kid of the Year: Taylen Biggs. 

Taylen Biggs, a little fashion cutie from Fort Lauderdale, is seriously so adorable we can’t take it! From sitting front row for Fashion Week with Hennessy Carolina, Cardi B and Miss Jay plus more, she’s the youngest fashion critic with the amazing style to match. We just adore our little fashionistas that’s taking the fashion world by storm! 

Fashion Bomber of the Year: Dexter from Texas

Dexter is a fly guy that’s suave and sophisticated! We love how bold he is with his style and wardrobe that’s colorful, crisp and swaggy. From his sneaker choices, down to his modish slacks and patterns he’s a certified Bomber for sure! 

Most Fashionable Couple of the Year: Karrueche Tran and Victor Cruz 

You know what they say: A couple that slays together, stays together. Karrueche is already one of our favorite celebrity fashionistas on the scene, so to add her stylish beaux to the mix, we’re left with a wicked combination! We love how Victor keeps his looks crisp to match his lady’s fly, and vice versa. Did we mention how adorable and stunning they are? We simply can’t get enough of this Bomb couple! 

Makeup Artist of the Year: Erika La Pearl 

 As sickening as Cardi B is with her looks on any given day, her beauty is enhanced by none other than Erika La Pearl. She serves a beat so flawless, it’s hard not to get into Cardi B’s glow. From vibrant eyeshadow techniques, effortless soft glam and sultry looks, we love them all!

Most Fashionable Man of the Year: Michael B. Jordan 

We rave over his amazing performances in impactful films like the Creed franchise and Black Panther to name a few, but whether on screen or off, not to mention the red carpet, Michael B. Jordan has impeccable style. He can rock a mean suit like no other, and doesn’t shy away from bold colors, textures and stellar detailing to elevate his looks with the help of stylist Ade Samuel. He oozes confidence and charm with every look that his win is a no brainer! 

Hairstylist of the Year:  Dionte Gray, better known as ‘Arrogant Tae’ 

He’s our favorite influencers and celebrities treasured hair slayer, and it’s hard not to rave over the amazing styles he does on them! From Nicki Minaj’s rainbow weaves, SZA’s neon green ‘do, and his baddie bestie Ariana Fletcher’s change of styles, and Dream Doll’s lavish styles they’re all well done because of his killer technique. It’s safe to say he’s ‘arrogant’ for a reason. A master at his skills, he has the ability to melt a lace, define baby hairs and distinguish his clients with his signature touch of elegance and beauty. Well done, Tae! 

Well that wraps up our Best of 2019 categories and our winners! By voters choice, I’ll speak for us all when I say it was a tough call with there being so many strong contenders. Until next year!