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I would like a good fashion magazine that mostly focuses on the runway and whats hot. So just tell me what you enjoy reading! -Thanks!

South Africa has fallen in love with Indian inspired couture this summer; from linen tunics, draped pants, and saris customized in fabrics like silk, chiffon, muslin, and linen SUTRA™ MAGAZINE.

“Garments from designers such as Ritu Kumar, Ritu Beri, Rina Dhaka, Muzaffar Ali, Satya Paul, Rohit Bal, Tarun Tahiliani, and Manish Malhotra are some of the well known fashion designers in India whose collections are wowed in South Africa.”, says SUTRA™.

According to the SUTRA™ team, “Indian fashion envelops a wide assortment of garments from elaborate ensembles designed for highly sophisticated events to, informal wear. Traditional Indian embroidery and authentic Indian fabrics are used by designers in conjunction with wooden beads and African weaves and to create Indo-African clothing in a fusion that comes together strikingly”.

Scarves (dupatta) are all the rage this summer; as a fashion garment it is an attractive accessory that looks stylish and breaks the dullness of everyday clothing.

Outfits can be dressed up or down when worn with a heavily embellished dupatta decorated with sequins or a cool cotton scarf with a beaded border to add colour and dimension. Altering the manner in which it is worn can give your outfit a makeover for the better.

This season fashion designers are making use of African prints coupled with Indian bauble and spangle that creates and further enhances the contrasting themes that merge so fittingly. Kurthis and tunics laden in beading, in colours like indigo, brick red, grey black and mustard yellows are produced from raw silk by new age designers.

SUTRA’s editorial team believes that, “summer of 2007 / 2008 in S.A screams, less is more that is, when it come to make up! Shimmers and glosses are in; while heavy make up flies out the window. For those who like subtlety, a matte finish will do best. For an evening out on the town, the rouge, and lips should be toned down to complement darker shades on the eyelids and heavily lined eyes that finish the Indian traditional look.”

SUTRA’s Fashion Editor says, “Eye-catching accessories like stunning crystals and weighty dark wood and amber neck pieces create the perfect Indo-African fusion to such an extent that there is little noticeable distinction. Dress your hair down for a more relaxed look; while stylish up dos are substituted by big buns!”

I am majoring in Graphic design and my main focus is to work on a fashion magazine and edit the pages. Like edit the images that go on the pages or organize each page and choose what colors should go on each page. I am not interested on selecting what should go on each page but to edit what the other people selected and choose the final look of the page and cover of course. I dont know if Im making it clear to understand but I don’t know how else to say it….any idea of what is the name of the job position?

How hard do you think it is to work for a fashion magazine? Doesn’t matter which one, just a cool one like Vogue, Instyle, or well known magazines? Can you just love fashion to no end and go to school with a degree in writing or English and come out and work for a fashion magazine? I mean, I don’t see why a fashion magazine would be any different than any other magazine? I guess the demand to work for them is higher? Basically in a nutshell, I think it’s crazy to be your own designer cause its hard to get known so I wouldn’t waste my time in school for fashion design, but if its not incredibly hard to get a job at a fashion magazine, then I can combine my writing skills with fashion and I’d be great.

I am a sophmore in college and am looking for a new college since my current school doen’t offer fashion magazine management specificly. Do you have any advice on schools. I would prefer to go to school LA or NYC due to high volume of internships available.

Kommal Publishing (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Kommal Holdings, is proud to launch the long- awaited publication of SUTRA™ MAGAZINE at the Mount Nelson Hotel in Cape Town on 26 October 2007.

This South African title has already received national acclaim, and has a steady growth of support and acclamation internationally. The evening function was lit with the vibrancy and richness that is Indian culture, with guests adorned in Indian attire that flaunted elegance and beauty at its paramount.

Editor in Chief, Dr. T Kommal shared that: “The publication presents content that fuses lifestyle, culture, and fashion with a topping of bridal beauty.

This Indian lifestyle and fashion publication aims to confirm that although the lives led by Indians in this period are dynamic and very cosmopolitan; they are still culture-conscious and value- driven. SUTRA intends to prove, not only to the country, but also the international market that although Bollywood plays a major role in Indian culture, there is more to Indian people than just Bollywood.

SUTRA caters for the discerning reader who wants exclusive content that is of a high standard of quality. For too long has the Indian community been forced to buy imported publications when looking for a high-end publication.

Now they have available to them a publication that is relevant to Indian people in South Africa, developed by Indians for Indians, and catering for their unique South African culture. SUTRA MAGAZINE is a reference for the local and international arena for goods that are exclusively sourced for SUTRA’S collection of the highest quality products available internationally

The magazine serves as a medium for further development of the brand known as SUTRA, which is registered as a business entity in three continents with offices in Cape Town, Mumbai and London.

In this season’s edition, readers can look forward to; Gavin Rajah the concept of this international Fashion Guru; Marriage across the colour line learn what this means to those that have done just this; Your Wedding SUTRA scrutinizes your big day; Love Online your thoughts on internet dating; SUTRA on Hair and Beauty; Restaurant Reviews; Festive Feelings SUTRA celebrates at Eid and Diwali; Honeymoon Hotspots SUTRA takes you on a journey to exquisite honeymoon destinations.

This promising must-read is sure to set new standards in the industry; and with watchful eyes, we look forward to SUTRA’S inevitable development into an internationally renowned brand.”

Dear SUTRA

I have a complicated matter to deal with; I am a 24 year old South African lady from Johannesburg, working in Durban. While in Durban, I found a wonderful man (25 years old) who works as an Accountant for a very prestigious firm, my problem is that he is so work orientated that I sometimes feel excluded from his life, also, we decided not to commit to each other, as we need to sort out certain issues in our lives – at least, that’s what he says! Recently I’ve been having a feeling that there is another woman in his life, he says that they are friends but who would be the wiser? PLEASE HELP!!

Ashika

Dear Ashika

Keep in mind that the choices he has made may not be beneficial to you but they are to him. Generally, a 25 year old man in a position such as this is extremely career focused, and tends to neglect other aspects in his life such as relationships. Maybe at a later stage once his career is more established, he will want to commit to you. Until then, it is up to you to decide whether this man is important enough to you, to hang on and wait for him, or as the saying goes – there are many fish in the sea. As for his friend, it could be plutonic, but do not be naïve to the thought as there could be something more to it. The best thing to do is take a time out to decide what you want and whether he fits into the picture or not.

- SUTRA

Dear SUTRA

I am a 28 year old man, who is in love with a 25 year old woman. We have been friends for the passed eight years, and through all our feelings for each other, we have never been intimate with each other. My dilemma is that I have a girlfriend of 25, who I have been dating for the passed two and a half years. My friend of 25, has a boyfriend for the passed four years, and is very in love with him. I have loved this woman for as long as I can remember and have not been able to commit to anyone else. Recently she has been calling me often to go out for drinks. Should I pursue her? Please advise…

Evan

Dear Evan

You need to remember that what you are doing to your girlfriend is wrong, do you think it is wise to be in a relationship when you feel so strongly for another person. My advice to you is simple. End this relationship with your girlfriend as you are not being fair to her. Speak to your other lady friend and find out where her heart lies and take it from there. At all costs, you both should not hurt your present partners. A little selflessness won’t hurt.

- SUTRA

Dear SUTRA

I am a 40 year old woman, I have been married for the passed 18 years, and I love my husband dearly! My problem is that Sunil, my husband, just can’t keep his eyes off other women, and this hurts me so. Everyday I pray to God that this will change, but it never does. These passed few months he has started whistling at other younger women, right in front of me. I love my husband and don’t want to leave him, what should I do?

Devi

Dear Devi

As hard as this may be for you, you need to find what is lost in your relationship. Women tend to lose grip of themselves when in a comfortable relationship. Your husband may also be going through a mid life crises. Spice things up, do things out of the ordinary, and be spontaneous, and flexible. If this does not work, why not see a marriage counselor? All the best!

- SUTRA

We all know that fashion is an enormous industry to talk about, and when it comes to writing fashion articles, you want to ensure that you can create vibrant and interesting content for your targeted readers!
Good fashion writers create a buzz on the latest fashion apparel and accessories, and they quickly create many trends! When you start to utilize the same skills these professional authors use, you can easily become the authority in your desired field.
Whether you’re creating a fashion article for a clothing review, runway event, and even a new up-and-coming designer looking to get some exposure, to make sure you develop the best article possible, there are some steps that should be taken to make your content become attractive to your reading audience.
Human Emotions Are What Creates Trends, And Drives The Fashion Industry, Not To Mention Money As Well!
I’m sure you have read several of the top fashion magazine articles, and if you pay close attention, you will certainly notice the message they are trying to convey! The obvious message that many of us pick up is that select fashion designers and clothing companies are selling the vision of how good you would look in their apparel, which is a message that would motivate me to buy their product, but that’s not the primary message.
When you read their articles with detailed attention, they are trying to hit on the individual reader’s emotions that we all dream of, and that’s being someone else! Many will deny this comment if you brought it up in a conversation, but it’s a true fact, that at some point in your life you would like to be someone else, whether it be a Brad Pitt, Pamela Anderson, or the lead singer of your favorite band, and smart fashion conscious writers jump on this emotion very quickly!
Human emotions are what drive product sales, whether it’s selling clothing, or new cars. We know what we need, but sometimes we not always know what we want. You as a fashion writer will be utilizing your writing skills and knowledge to capitalize on these human emotions, and tell them why they should buy an unknown designer’s Maternity Fashion, or why they should purchase brand name handbags from your web site that are available in every shopping mall in America.
Answer All The Readers Questions, And You’re One Step Closer To Winning Them Over!
When I search for information on the Internet, my goal is to have many questions answered, whether I’m searching for intimate apparel for my wife, or a good pair of jeans for my casual nights out on the town. However, if you tell me the jeans are 100% cotton, they come in many styles and colors, and they’re a really good bargain if purchase them here online, chances are I would be saying to myself, tell me something I don’t already know, and I already read three other articles saying the same thing.
I would rather read that these incredible one of kind jeans were exclusive to your company or website (if they truly are, no fibbing now), or they’re a new designer’s fashion creation that is taking the clothing industry by storm, and when you put a pair of these uniquely designed and extremely comfortable jeans on, they will make my waist look several inches smaller, and feel extremely comfortable using only 100% of the worlds finest cotton. If you have a pair of those jeans, drop me a line and I will buy a pair of them, or maybe even two if you have several colors available!
Remember that emotion drives our economy, and even though we know what our necessities are, we want to look and feel better, and we want the items to help us achieve this goal! When you start to figure out all the human emotions that create our impulses to buy certain desired attire and name brand accessories, you will have the writing success that will be unstoppable on the fashion article runway!

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