Image via KissMeQuick

• A look into print master Erdem Moralioglu’s design process. Of his clothes:

Although Erdem has said in the past that he was “thrilled” to see Anna Wintour wear one to a gala in New York, today he’s more philosophical about the real effect of celebrity endorsement, asking: “Have you ever bought something because someone famous has worn it? No. I think that’s true across the board. Women buy things because they have an emotional response to it and they think it will look good.”

• Bicyclette is a blog documenting the process of fresh Ryerson graduate and entrepreneur Paige, who is launching a boutique and concept store. She had me hooked with the name alone!
• Does your startup have a good story?
• Bloomberg investigates the creation of domestic (well, American) jobs in a climate of off-shore production, outsourcing, and international economics.
• 6 Apps for collecting digital inspiration – a must for any designer. I personally use Evernote (love!).
• The Creative Class breaks down the world’s worst commutes.
• My friend, classmate from fashion school, and talented designer in the making, JJ, has just started a blog, 11th Avenue.
• Frockshop.com interviews one of my favorite illustrators, Kelly Smith, who illustrated the interior walls of their brand new boutique (below).

• Creativity is overrated. Passion, play, and practice rule. See: 30 days of drawing.
• A must watch. Graphic designer Marian Bantjes talks about joy, imagination and curiosity in design:

Image via I’m Krissy

As a recent fashion school grad, I’ve been on the lookout and keeping up-to-date with what is going on in the industry in Vancouver as I’ve been settling down and figuring out what my next steps should be. (Don’t worry, I’ve figured it out, and will reveal soon!) Whether our goal is to find a job in the fashion industry, to set out on our own or to simply indulge in industry news, I think it is important to stay up to date and take advantage of all the resources we have. When we are informed, we stand a better chance of making change and impact in the competitive world of fashion!

Following are some of my favorite resources as well as new finds that I think are worth knowing for anyone trying to get into the fashion biz.

Vancouver:

1. The Sheila Wong Fashion Design Studio is a newly open full service studio to meet the needs of apparel designers, including equipment and space.
2. Spool of Thread is another new spot, this one focusing on providing the tools and space for sewing enthusiasts.
3. I have to support The Kwantlen Fashion Blog. Aside from being my alma mater, it is a great resource for events and jobs.
4. The Klo Fashion Marketing Blog has some great posts. What I love are their custom portfolio cases!
5. Threads Gazette
6. Vancouver Fashion Ezine

Canada:

1. Toronto Fashion Incubator has great resources and tools for fashion entrepreneurs, including media and retailer lists.
2. Apparel Connexion is growing, and have recently started up a business and HR tools section, with really great articles on how to start a business and marketing strategy.
3. Style Nine to Five is a new career website for fashion professionals across Canada. Definitely better than trolling through Craigslist.
4. The Just a thought column on Final Fashion is an insightful read from a more personal angle by Toronto-based fashion illustrator Danielle Meder.

Honourable Mentions:

1. The Business of Fashion
2. Racked National is “shopping and style intelligence”.
3. Fashion Incubator: “lessons from the sustainable factory floor”.
4. Looking for an internship in the fashion industry? Free Fashion Internships is the most comprehensive source.
5. Kelly Cutrone offers her tips for a career in the fashion industry.
6. No more access to trend forecasting? Trend Hunter is a trend spotting community.
7. Twitter! Nothing beats filtering your own fashion news and bits from both consumers and businesses.

Do you have any resources you’d like to share?

Edited by Jennine/IFB

After a small hiatus of Links à la Mode it was great to revisit all the wonderful links submitted to the community each week. As bloggers grow, so do concerns about growing pains. Sugar & Spice talks about bridging the gap between her online identity and real life one, Retro Chick ponders the pros and cons of niche blogging and Miss Vinyl Ahoy shares tips protecting your content with a Creative Commons license. But that’s not all… there are loads of interviews from Fasshionaburu meets Rachel Roy and M.I.S.S. interviews a vintage vixen for a stunning video (try saying that 3x). All a great mix, so grab a cuppa tea and enjoy!

Images via Poetic & Chic, Confessions of a Fashion Editor, Parker + Muse, and M.I.S.S.

Links à la Mode : June 10th

• 365 Fashion Rehab – Lookbook #1-White Blouse 4 Ways
• a la Modest – The Invisibility Cloak: The Desire to Be Noticed
• c u f f i n g t o n – Easy, inexpensive tricks in wearing your chic flats without socks and not succumbing to blisters and calluses.
• Confessions of a Fashion Editor – Playing ‘Dress’ Up
• Dedicated Follower of Fashion – Prized! – Win a T-Minx Cropped Tee!
• Fasshonaburu – Interviews the glamorous, yet down to Earth, Rachel Roy!
• Fete a Fete – iPad Leather Covers from April in Paris
• For Those About To Shop – Plus-size Fashion Good For Business
• Holier Than Now – Shoes You Can Use
• Independent Fashion Bloggers – Are Bloggers Getting Stressed?
• kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS – Interview with Heather Martin of mono
• M.I.S.S. – Follow the Leader, Episode #1–Vintage Vandalizm
• mimosas in bed – SF indie mart
• Miss Vinyl Ahoy – Protecting your blog and copyright
• Parker + Muse – Interview with Felice Lee’s Wabi Sabi
• Poetic & Chic – The Great Shoe Wake
• Retro Chick – Don’t Box Me In
• Return to Sender: A Fat Girl’s Letters to the World – Urban Outfitters: Eat Less. Actually, just Shut up.
• Style Eyes Fashion Blog – Age Appropriate Dress
• Stylish Distractions – Ring Toss
• Sugar and spice and all things nice: – I write a fashion blog… And I’m proud of it.
• the Citizen Rosebud – the Bobby Burns
• The Coveted – Late Night Drugstore Haul