Thanksgiving Dos and Don’ts

The time has come ladies and gentlemen!

The turkey is cooking, the homemade stuffing is prepared, the smell of a cornucopia has filled the house.

Well maybe not that far but still, Thanksgiving is upon us!

Thanksgiving is a great holiday that brings families and friends together for a day just to give thanks to each other. And of course, stuff your faces with AMAZING food. Seriously, there’s nothing better than turkey day food (especially in the south!).

But with all the preparations revolving around the food, many people forget the steps for making themselves look amazing during the feast. Don’t get me wrong, the month of November is all about sweatpants and ugly sweaters but I’m pretty sure we can all look presentable for one day out of the month.

Here are a few tips on how to look your best during Thanksgiving!

Colors of the Wind

No, I’m not talking about Pocahontas and John Smith frolicking through the great open plains with the wind. I”m talking about the colors you should go for in your quest to find that amazing outfit for the celebration.

I mentioned before in a previous post that seasons change and so should your colors! Reds, yellows, and browns are all great colors for this particular season and even better for the setting of Thanksgiving. Simple keys to follow while mixing with these colors are:

• The Blending/Offset
• Is It Too Bright/Too Dark
•  Too Much of One Color

You should never just stick to one color. Its basic and you could possibly become camouflaged into a wall that is the same color. Always try to blend your color with another color and find a balance between the two. Also, its always great to stand out at any function but having a color that is far too bright can be a bit awkward for some people so try to go for a medium tone if you can.

Never Go Out Of Style

Be sure to understand the dress code for the dinner!

I can’t stress this enough. If you’ve received an invitation that says “Semi-Formal” or “Casual” wear, please dress as such! It doesn’t matter if its your family or your close friends, you should always come dressed presentable to the occasion.

Thanksgiving dinners are usually semi-formal which is a good thing! There’s no stress about having to wear a tie or which shoes go with the belt or having to choose between two button ups that you love. My personal semi-formal look that I’ve come to perfect is a nice pair of Khakis, a nice solid colored button up, and a grey sweater. Put it all together with a great pair of Oxfords and I’m ready to go!

Dressing up for Thanksgiving is not meant to torment you, although some people would disagree. It’s just bringing out the best of you when it comes to fashion. Unlike going to a five-star restaurant, there’s no pressure as to what you should wear. Just follow what the invitation says and go from there!

Accesories

I’ll keep this short and simple for you:

Don’t wear too many accessories! It can become disruptive at the table as your passing food around and, lets be honest, it just gets in the way of your path to the food.

A nice watch, ring, and maybe a bracelet is all you really need to top off your amazing outfit.

What To Bring

While most Thanksgiving hosts advise you “not” to bring anything to the dinner, you should always bring something.

Trust me, I know from experience.

Usually its very formal to bring a dish or, if you can’t cook, a nice bottle of wine will suffice. DO NOT bring store bought deserts.

Again, I know from experience.

Wines can be tricky, however. There’s a plethora of wines out there but only a few get a passing grade when it comes to pairing it with Thanksgiving food. Here’s a few to get you started:

Whites

• Gewurtraminer (Sweetest)
• Riesling (Sweet)
• Sauvignon Blanc (Dry)

Reds

• Zinfadel (Sweetest)
• Pinot Noir (Sweet)
• Syra (Dry)

So there you have it! Some great tips to help you stand out this Thanksgiving and be the bell of the ball at the dinner.

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

-Syd

 

The World Is Your Runway

Making The Most Of Fashion At Home

Nowadays you see it everywhere you go. Magazines, billboards, even movie posters have a sense of fashion being thrown at you. Like many other people with the passion for fashion, it’s always easy to spot the fashion that everyone else is wearing but trying to promote the unique fashion that you have can prove to be difficult. People (especially your family members) know that finding a career in fashion or acting can lead to a lot of dead ends and failed attempts.

Five Four Club Summer Shoot 2016

But they only know what they’ve heard through the “grapevine”. If you truly want to become a star in the arts, it’s actually easier to become one now than it was when our parents were young.  

Be More Social

The tools that you need to pursue your career in the arts of fashion are right at your fingertips.

Literally.

Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, and plenty of other apps that you have on your phone can be the gateway for your career! When I signed to my first agency back in 2013 the first thing they asked me was “how does your Instagram look?”. At that time, my Instagram, and all of my other social media accounts, were not up to par with those of the veteran talents. Over time, however, I learned how to promote myself without the use of my agent and build a persona in the world of social media that has become the

Five Four Club Photoshoot 2017

sole reason of my success today.

Even if you’re new to the world of social media and you’ve sworn never to dive in, you can still promote yourself by way of blogging. While blogging may seem a little basic to some people, it actually proves to be just as dynamic (if not more) in the world of fashion.

Connect with People

Social media shouldn’t just be for posting a picture of yourself every three hours. Back when social media was still a small phase it was used to connect with people from all over the world.

Signing into my agency brought plenty of great information about social media but it also introduced me into a lot of people that I’m happy to call friends. In the film, television, and especially the fashion industry the more people you know, the better chance you have at achieving your red carpet goals. But I’m not telling you to go walk up to Calvin Klein and beg him to be your friend. You’re best connection in the industry is probably sitting right next to you!

I’ve gained connections from around the world but some of my favorite ones are the ones I grew up with! I’m blessed to have people in my life that want to achieve the same goal as I do. We all strive to see each other reach stardom by way of fashion, acting, boutiques, and vlogging and whenever one of us needs support, we’re always there for one another.

Supporting your friends and having them support you is probably the biggest success you can have in this industry. Especially when the going gets tough and you’re going up against some of the most famous people out there, it’s always great to know that you have friends and family back home who support you no matter what.

 

-Syd

The Spectrum of Fashion

 

There are many things that make fashion exciting. There are endless paths you can take in order to find that unique fit and style that you love. But whatever path you choose, color is going to be a very important factor you will have to understand in order to express your fashion sense as much as possible.

FALLing into Fashion

The Seasons Run

Crisp air, pumpkins, cool winds, and that crunch of leaves beneath your feet. That’s right guys, fall has arrived! It’s arguably the best season for many reasons such as horror movie nights, cafe dates, and of course the best Halloween decorations.

But aside from all the amazing fun the Fall season holds, its also the perfect time to dive into the world of fashion.