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BLACK PANTHER WINS BIG WITH NEW, AMAZING, INSPIRED FASHION
BLACK PANTHER FASHION Black Panther is the new film coming out later this week and anticipation is rising . First I must make it clear that I haven't watched the film . However either have most of you unless you attended one of the numerous premieres. Therefore you might well ask why I'm writing this...
SEE HOW SEQUINS WILL MAKE YOU FABULOUS THIS SPRING
SEQUINS Sequins were once the forte of lounge singers ,drag queens , holiday parties and the red carpet. In fact sequins were rarely worn by mere mortals and seemed to be the indulgence of celebrities. However we may all have looked at sequin as the dominion of others, deep inside we lusted for their sparkle....Continue reading→
VALENTINE’S DAY OUTFITS THAT ARE CHARMING AND DARING
VALENTINE'S DAY HISTORY Valentine's Day is a bit of a made up holiday. Each year on February 14th, many people exchange cards, candy, gifts, flowers and dates with their special valentine. But where did it come from? Furthermore what do you wear? Darling's always my first concern. However the day we call Valentine’s Day is named for a...Continue reading→
THE GRAMMY AWARDS 2018 AND HOW TO LOOK LIKE THE BEST DRESSED
60th GRAMMY AWARDS The Grammy Awards held January 28th at Madison Square Garden New York was a star studded affair. Since we are in the midst of award season I have decided this year to cover these major fashion events. While the stars strut the stage and present and receive awards , I'm more interested...Continue reading→
FANTASTIC PLASTIC RAINCOATS YOU NEED TO KNOW IN 2018
PLASTIC RAIN COATS; SPRING IS COMING Plastic Raincoats are all the rage. Darlings it's January and winter is underway in most of the North America. While here in Vancouver we don't experience the real cold or snowy winters like back east. Even so we get soooo much rain . With this in mind...
GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI; HOW TO GLAM UP WITH HIS SENSATIONAL SHOES
GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI'S SENSATIONAL SHOES The Zanotti brand, despite his humble beginnings manage to attract the highest-profile celebrities. In fact his glamorous shoes are a red carpet fixture. Zanotti is renowned for making statement shoes. Hence his shoes are characterized by jewel-encrusted embellishment, leather trainers, sculptural sandals and more. Certainly we see them on the best-dressed...Continue reading→
THE SAG AWARDS 2018 : MY EXPERT ADVICE ON THE FASHION TRENDS
THE SAG AWARDS 2018 The SAG awards are the annual occasion for actors and actresses to heap praise on each other. One of the younger award shows on the block, the SAG Awards were established only 24 years ago. They were formed by the Screen Actors Guild, the union formed in 1933 to represent film performers...Continue reading→
SEE DOLCE & GABBANA SOAR WITH A LOVING LOOK AT ITALY
SEE DOLCE & GABBANA SOAR Dolce & Gabbana Soar . Since I made this statement let me explain. Immediately as I say this statement I feel slightly defensive, as some of the design duo's words have caused backlash. While I don't condone their sometimes offensive statements , I also don't look to D & G...
About Me
Launched in 2015 "Dress the Part" jandrewspeaks.com is for all you fashion students, fashionista's and fashion lovers. If you love fashion and style you'll be right at home here.
"Who Am I"
Firstly and most importantly I am a lover of Fashion. As a confirmed mommy's boy I learned sewing from my home seamstress mother. From a very young age I loved to design create and explore the world of fashion and costume . I have a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts, in Costume Design and Art History. After working as a theatrical costume designer , teacher and artist , I have recently dedicated myself to writing this blog .
I live in Vancouver , Canada with my partner Angelo. A great life begins with a purpose , my first priority is my partner and family and my second is meaningful work. In fact Dress The Part started with an idea to spread my love of fashion and sharing my expertise and knowledge. Hence this is my meaningful work.