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Interview: Make It As A Model With Remodeled’s Paul Fisher

February 15th, 2012

Models dream of having the opportunity to work with Paul Fisher. The modelling agent and star of TV’s Remodeled has had a hand in developing some of the biggest names in fashion, from Kimora Lee Simmons to Naomi Campbell and Stephanie Seymour. In other words, Fisher knows just how to take a model from small town to high fashion. Perhaps best of all, Fisher cares about the kids he works with. Real Style Network chatted with Paul and we have his tips for future modelling hopefuls.

Elle’s Editor Joe Zee’s 2012 Style Tips

January 5th, 2012

RSN had the opportunity to chat with super Editor and TV personality Joe Zee during a whirlwind press visit for the second season of All on the Line. Here are his five fail-safe style tips to put your most fashionable foot forward in 2012.

Interview: India Hicks On Her Style & Jewelry

December 21st, 2011

At the surface, India Hicks pedigree reads like a laundry list of impressive lineage: daughter of famed decorator David Hicks and Pamela Hicks (daughter to the Earl and Countess Mountbatten of Burma); Goddaughter to the Prince of Wales; Bridesmaid to Princess Diana; Granddaughter to the last Viceroy of India… But upon investigation of India Hicks’ own resume one quickly realizes that these labels do not give proper account to a deserved and hardworking style maven in her own right. Author (Island Life and Island Beauty), Creative Partner with Crabtree and Evelyn, television host, hotelier, retailer, marathoner, mother of four… Real Style Network had the opportunity to chat with the ultimate multi-tasker about her latest venture: fine jewellery designer and her thoughts on style.

Interview With Prime Suspect’s Costume Designer Amy Stofsky

November 9th, 2011

Prime Suspect’s costume designer Amy Stofsky is known for her ability to create wearable, realistic wardrobes for lead characters of hit shows like Weeds, Pretty Little Liars and Medium. Her ability to perfectly embody a character’s personal style without making the clothes a central or distracting feature is what makes Stofsky one of the most sought after designers in the industry. Real Style caught up with Stofsky for her secrets behind Maria Bello’s Prime Suspect character style and television’s most buzzed about hat.

Interview: Giles Deacon Discusses Winter & Spring Fashion

November 7th, 2011

British fashion designer Giles Deacon isn’t afraid to take risks. From heralding a new collection to taking over the reigns after a certain Lindsay Lohan disaster (ahem), he stands apart from the crowd with a unique and confident vision that doesn’t necessarily follow an expected linear path. Recently in Toronto to co-host a fundraiser for Princess Margaret hospital with boutique George C, we spoke to Giles about his Spring collection, winter style and how to make a statement and have fun with your existing wardrobe.

Interview With Water For Elephants’ Costume Designer Jacqueline West

November 1st, 2011

In Water For Elephants, costume designer Jacqueline West helps Robert Pattinson, Reese Witherspoon and Christoph Waltz to recreate the whimsical glamour of 1930’s circus life. Jacqueline, a fashion designer by trade, got her start working with director Philip Kaufman (Indiana Jones) and has designed costumes for award winning films including The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button and League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen. We spoke to Jacqueline about what it was like to run away with the circus and design for the retro style of the era.