Dior, Chanel and Louis Vuitton Resort 16

I haven't paid much attention to my blog lately. I've recently finished Uni for the summer, so I'm back after my two week rest and plan to blog a lot more regularly now.

Dior

Although I've been really lazy, I have been keeping up on the fashion world and like the majority I was amazed by Dior's 2016 Resort show that took place in the photogenic, Cannes earlier this week. If that's not enough, it was set at Pierre Cardin's Bubble Palace, the designer's home that offers incredible architecture which gave off relaxed futuristic vibes.

I personally thought that Raf Simon's ready-to-wear collection for Dior was fairly laid-back with some sporty inspired looks, and some 50's inspired silhouettes. Hair and makeup was also kept simple, since the location done most of the talking. A lot of classic plaid was seen, as well as a pop of French Riviera tones. Overall, it grabbed everyone's attention, with celebrity guests including Dakota Fanning, Marion Cotillard, Zoe Kravitz (one of my favourite outfits), and Audrey Hepburn's granddaughter, Emma Ferrer.

Emma Ferrer and Dakota Fanning 

Zoe Kravitz 

Chanel

Chanel launched their Cruise collection in Seoul, South Korea, with the show taking place in the Dongdaemun Design Plaza. The reason for this is that South Korea are rapidly becoming a large target in the fashion industry,  with Karl Lagerfeld was inspired by eastern fashion; which is obvious in the collection with bold, oriental florals, and traditional eastern makeup. 

Kendall Jenner turned heads as she modelled a Chanel piece that she also wore for a show during this years Paris Fashion Week. Sitting front row with Karl Lagerfeld was actress Kristen Stewart. 

Oriental fashion has already inspired S/S 15' looks, but it seems that designers are continuing to be inspired by Eastern culture on the catwalk; with its unique, feminine appearance. 

Kendall Jenner

Kristen Stewart sitting front row with Karl Lagerfeld 

Louis Vuitton 

And finally, Louis Vuitton's Cruise collection show took place in Palm Springs, California. The show was staged at Bob Hope's former futuristic home which overlooks the valley. The collection had a bohemian vibe to it which contradicted the cool future location. It also focused on bags from oversized beachy totes to edgy backpacks. 

Body image and confidence.

This is a touchy subject that I've wanted to discuss for a while, and I thought it would be relevant while I've been looking at diversity in Uni at the moment. Also, there's been a variety of headlines lately that are very important and link to the subject.

So firstly, ever since I was young I have been extremely insecure about myself. I never used to look in the mirror without crying. I would spend hours and hours in the mirror at home trying to 'perfect' myself so that I wasn't 'ugly' anymore. Nothing changed. I would still walk around shops, find a mirror and break down crying in the middle of the store. I never tried to come across as a brat. I don't understand were this all started, I just know that these are effects of bullying in Primary school and being harsh on myself. I fell borderline anorexic a few years ago and was nearly admitted to hospital; because of how much I hated my body and the way I looked.

Although I'm a little better now, I still have no confidence and can't go anywhere without my mind racing about how 'ugly' I look. I may be a size 6, but I am still not happy with my body. I get told I'm 'pretty', but I generally don't like the way I look because I'm forever comparing myself to others, which makes me so depressed. And this has really made me realise that having confidence and being happy with yourself is definitely the most important thing. You could be 'perfect' to others, but it always comes down to what you think of yourself.

I'm not the only person who is very insecure about themselves; I've come across a lot of girls and lads who feel the same. It's so sad to see this effecting other people. So, what's mainly to blame for this high level of insecurity? The fashion industry of course. 

Lately, I have to admit that change is looking promising; thanks to the spreading on social media such as Instagram. #DropThePlus is the latest campaign to diminish the description of 'plus size'. Stefania Ferrario; model and campaign leader has been labelled as plus size because she is a UK size 12. This is obscene, since this is the average UK size anyway. So is labelling the majority of the country as plus size suppose to be some sort of a compliment? This is exactly why a lot of girls today suffer from eating disorders and insecurities, just because of a unnecessary label. We all come in different shapes and sizes, and society is pressurising people to be the perfect person.

Another piece of news which surprised me is that France are debating on creating a new law that models need to meet a certain weight to stop glamourising models who are too thin. It's so good to hear that governments are starting to take responsibility of these important issues that have been ignored. This could reduce the number of eating disorders diagnosed, and we could soon live in a world were all shapes and sizes are accepted.