Modellounge Sept Fashion Week Survival Tote

Each fashion week the Modellounge provides an amazing fashion week survival tote stocked full of great products that come in handy during the rough weeks of castings, fittings, and shows. 

Here are the goodies from this seasons tote! 

Feel free to check out last seasons survival kit. 

Redken Extreme Shampoo & Conditioner

The extreme line is for distressed hair. Which is exactly what your hair is after fashion week. I feel that this shampoo really helps keep my hair soft and healthy. It doesn't dry it out like a lot of other shampoos do. I plan on continuing to use this product. 

Ice Breakers Duo Mints

I eat these pretty much like candy. They're delicious. What's fun is the to share and not to share sides. That way other people aren't taking all of your mints when they try to bum one off of you. 

Ice Breakers Ice Cubes Gum

These are also pretty tasty. They're great to quick refresh your breath before running into a casting or job. 

Wisp 

These are one of my favorite products. They're a lot more powerful than I had expected. Perfect for refreshing your breath. I also like the pick that is on the end to help remove any left over food. 

Biore Make-up Removing Towelettes

Is it not uncommon for the make-up team to roll out before the show is over. Leaving you on your own to remove the crazy make-up they've left on your face. Make-up remover wipes are a perfect way to have your face a little more subway friendly after a show. For me personally, this brand is a little harsh on my skin. 

Precision QTips

These are great for removing make-up or nail polish, make-up touch ups, cleaning jewelry, painting, and a world of other uses. 

Tampax Radiant Tampons & Always Radiant Incredibly Thin Liners

Feminine products are always appreciated. Always. 

Fashion Tape

Fashion tape is one of those industry secrets. It keeps your boobs from popping out, jewelry in place, and shoes on your feet. The uses are endless. 

Schick Quattro Trim

The cool thing about this razor is that along with the typical razor blade, there is also a trimmer. 

Kleenex Tissues

These are going to be amazing to have as the weather turns colder. Or, if you have ever been in the Lincoln Center tents you know that it is practically winter in there. The A/C is pumped so high that it gives you a runny nose. 

Vaseline Body Lotion

This is a great carrying size. It is easy to slip into your bag and quickly apply before hitting the runway. 

Clearasil PerfectaWash

This product is awesome. It is an automatic face wash dispenser. What's better than having soap put in your hand for you? Then when you are washing your layers of runway makeup off and need a little more soap, there's no fumbling around for the soap bottle. Plus it comes with two great smelling soap options, soothing plant extract and superfruit splash. 

Redken Dry Shampoo

I love dry shampoo. If you have dry hair from dye or heat then you want to avoid washing your hair too often. Dry shampoo fills in the gaps between washes. I like that this one has a slight minty smell to it. Sometimes dry shampoos can be too much. This one nailed it. 

Redken Hairspray 

What girl doesn't need hairspray? This is perfect for those big curls. 

Evian Facial Spray

I'm really excited about this product. My skin gets pretty dry. Specially as the weather becomes colder. Any product that keeps my skin hydrated is really appreciated! 

Purell Hand Sanitizer

If you have ever ridden the NYC subway you know some of the outrageous things that happen down there. It's beyond disgusting. When you're running around to 20 places a day during fashion week, there isn't too much extra time to wash your hands. 

OPI Nail Polish Remover

Just like make-up artists leaving you on your own to remove your make-up after a show. You're on your own to remove your nail polish. Every client always wants clean nails. When you have 3 shows a day it's impossible to show up to every show with clean nails. This carrying size makes that possible. 

Totes Micro Umbrella

This guy folds up into the perfect purse size. It's easy carrying size means that I can keep it in my purse and never be drenched again! 

5-Hour Energy

Fashion week is beyond draining. It's a lot of running around, early mornings (I had a 5am call time this season), and late nights. Trust me, sometimes you need the extra help.

MTA Subway Map 

While I live in NYC and am very familiar with the subway there are a lot of foreign girls that come into town just for fashion week. I know what I was new a subway map would have been a life saver.

Ipanema Sandal

One model secret is to wear flats and change into heels before going into your casting. Blisters often develop since clients love to cram your feet in too small of shoes. Ipanema sandals are comfortable and won't rub those new blisters. They're also easy to toss in your bag when you change into heels. 

I want to say a huge thank you to Modellounge and that participating partners.

This seasons tote was amazing.
Thank you =]

Stone Cold Fox

As of lately I have been having way too many obsession.

My wallet can't keep up.

Here's my latest. These pants from

Stone Cold Fox

Prom 2011

If I were to go to Prom again.

Here's the outfit I'd rock (of course it would also rock my parents wallets)

Betsey Johnson Dress

Christian Louboutin heels

Louis Mariette Alexandra Tiara

Sugar Mama organic nail polish

Eggcream Trunk Show

Saturday I worked for an upcoming designer called Eggcream.

Their spring collection was recently picked up by a store, DDC Lab, in the meat packing district of Nyc.

To celebrate, they had a trunk show.

Myself and a few other models posed around the store wearing the collection.

They had a DJ, drinks, and food as well as a guest appearance by Raja from Drag Race.

Swimwear 2011

Since my last post for Express Swimwear (You can view that HERE if you missed it)

I've done a little browsing to pick out some of my favorite bathing suits for 2011.
Here's what I came across!

Victoria Secret Miraculous Push-up

Victoria Secret Leopard Monokini Wrap

Red Carter

Seventh Wonderland

Herve Leger

I'd love to know what sexy swimwear you're crushing on!

Hair History

Modeling over the years has caused me to make a few changes to my hair.

This is pretty typical of every model. At some point, some client will want to color it, your bookers will decide you look better with bangs, or it'll just be too damaged and need a major cut.

Here's a timeline, a history of my hair
and how it has changed with modeling.



Before I started Modeling

Before I started modeling I was pretty much Rapunzel.

In this photo, my hair is tied up in a ponytail on top of my head

and I'm arching my back a little just to get it all in the photo.

So it's actually longer than what it looks like in this photo.

First Started Modeling

I was still pretty much all hair when I started modeling.

First Major Cut

Elite and I decided to cut my hair to better appease more clients.

We cut about 7 inches off. I remember going to a casting right after cutting it,
the casting director commented on my how long my hair was. I thought he was crazy, it felt so short to me!

However, as you can see it was still really long.

Second Major Cut

I booked a hair job. The client wanted to do Before and After shots for their salon.
They cut a ton of hair off, put in layers, and made my hair a lot blonder.
It's a job I regret doing, as you can book hair jobs that pay $10,000 + to do the same thing.

This was not one of them. I never even saw the photos from the shoot.

End of Elite

When my time at Elite came to an end my hair had grown quite a bit more.

I kept blond highlights, but a more subtle tone.

Signed with Major Models

When I signed with Major I dyed my hair red.

Since then I've fallen in love with my red hair.

And so have many clients.

What major hair changes have you experienced??

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Fashion of the Future

I came across an interesting video. Designers in 1930 predicted what fashion would be like in 2000, 70 years later. How close do you think they came?

What do you think fashion will look like 70 years from now?

I hope men are still fitted with containers with candy for cuties!

Barbie Creations

Browsing around online I came across a jewelry designer who makes, Barbie Jewelry.

No, not jewelry for Barbie....Jewelry made of Barbie.

The designer, Margaux Lange, uses donated Barbies to create necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets, and brooches.

A Barbie Butt Bracelet would go great with any outfit!

Or Silver Nipples, definitely a conversation starter!

Personally, I'm captivated by the creativity.

The line of jewelry is a unique idea and I admire her success.

You can visit her site

http://www.margauxlange.com/

To see more such as Ken's six pack ring or Barbies ears earrings.

Look Like a Disney Princess: Cinderella

I love the Disney Princesses. And I'd love to be one.

So I'm on a mission to find outfits to look like a modern day Disney Princess and share it with you!

Cinderella

Dress: Marchesa Strapless

Shoes: Karen Millen Lace Peep-Toe

Clutch: Rodo Swarovski Crystal Evening Hard Clutch

Earrings: Blue Topaz & Diamonds set in 18ct White Gold

Ring: Rona Pfeiffer

More Princess looks on the way....