INTERNING AND YOU: DEALING WITH ASSHOLES

If there's one thing I can't stand, it's people fronting. I don't mind when it's applicable like shining on a potential employer but when it's someone who doesn't have the credibility to be acting like Beyoncé, that's when I go off. And not to mention, my eyes roll so hard they fall out of their sockets.

It's just tacky and leaves a bad flavor in everyone's mouth. This is basically the reason why I stopped putting myself out there for the last two years because of dealing with people like this. When it comes to interning, you're literally working for free. Meaning, you're doing that someone a favor. And if there's no revenue coming through other than you gaining experience and maybe school credit, the least this employer could do is treat you with respect.

When I give someone my free time, especially now that I am making money in this field, I expect to be treated as an equal. Not to mention, I'm twenty-two. I'm not a kid just looking for an internship. Yeah, I'm young, eager, and willing but bitch, leave your money on the night stand when we're through.

I encourage anyone to take advantage of my services when I'm laying them out for free but when I'm being taken for granted of and being used for other things other than general clothing related tasks, that's when I draw the line. It just amazes me how high people can get off their own egos especially when they're on that struggle themselves. This is why I encourage anyone who's helping out even a friend in the fashion field to always demand respect and have limitations. I've made mistakes before in not doing so and have ended up nowhere. Empty promises aren't cute and having someone out there with a real, negative image of said person, is even worse.

Know your worth.

-KJM

INTERNING AND YOU

I find that looking up tips and tricks on landing your dream job without pay internship are never very helpful. Those helpful tips are never truly helpful unless you got your head jammed up your ass. So, I figured, I'll be the voice of reason and help out those in need. Let's begin.

- Know what the hell you want to do for a living
Don't just intern for anyone, be smart about it; don't waste your time.
If you fancy having your own womenswear label when you grow up, look up internships for womenswear labels. It's better to intern for someone because you want to than because you need to. I find that it shows you already care about what you'll be doing.
If you can, look up designers who actually run their label in your city so you get an even better experience. I find interning for brands to be less informative and personal; you basically end up being an assistant for some 30 something-year old, running petty errands. And that, is never fun. Especially if you're over the age of 20.

- Aim big
You have nothing to lose, go for the big boys. Literally, nothing is keeping you from interning for your favorite designer(s)/label/brand. Rejection is a part of life, so fucking deal with it. xoxo Gossip Gurl

- Know your worth
If you're going above and beyond or just doing a good job at whats been asked of you, demand respect. I mean, don't be an asshole about it but if someone is treating you like you're less than, bring it up to someone of higher power. You're basically doing the petty shit they'd be doing if it weren't for you. Now unless you're doing a shitty job and not aware of it, like most FIDM students are (sry not sry), then maybe it's time for you to pack up.
Most people will view you as disposable but if you do an amazing job and aren't afraid to put yourself out there when it's applicable, then those around you will treat you like a person worthy of their attention. I mean, that's how I landed my job so I know what I'm talking about. But if you're just being disrespected, leave. If you know your worth and value yourself, you won't let anyone treat you like shit because time is money and at the rate, you'd be better off working retail.

- Be interactive, not hyperactive
I find that the more you interact with those around you, the more they'll value you. Losing the stigma that comes with meeting people of importance made me so much more likable. It also helps take you to knew areas of exploration.

- Ride the wave

Some of the best advice that was given to me was just going with the flow and seeing where it takes you. It's about going from one opportunity to the next and meeting people who can help you grow.

- Take advantage of the opportunity
No, really, take advantage of the opportunity. Working for one of my favorite deisngers has been a dream. I've met some amazing people I never thought I'd brush shoulders with and I've done some pretty cool things both in and out of the studio. And that's what I mean about wanting to intern for the person or label you'd like because you know what they're about and what they could do for you. I've interacted with other interns who didn't even know the value of the clothing they were handling and honestly, you don't want to be that loser.

-KJM

NYC: A LIST

I'm not even going to deny that this is my first time to New York nor am I going to deny that I totally want to do the tourist thing when I get the chance. I'm so excited that I project this false image that I'm not. Even though, I clearly am. I know, it's very LA of me.

1. I really want a Carrie Bradshaw-Sex and the City moment, a Brad-Mo if you will.
I say this because relatively, one of the only ways I've encountered NYC in my life, is through re-runs of SATC on E!. And also from just about every 90's movie ever made because somehow the main character is always from the Big Apple.

2. I want to eat pizza and act like it's the best pizza I've ever had.
Don't deny it, everyone pretends like NYC has the best pizza. Just go with it~

3.Visit the VFiles shop and maybe, possibly, flip off Danielle from Danielle Live.
I said it but you were thinkin' it. *wink*

4. Take a picture on the vench, after I've flipped off Danielle.
Don't worry, it's going on Instagram.

5. Visit Patricia Fields' store because that's just mandatory.
Yeah!

7. Go to Times Square and just start screaming.
Sorry but being a product of the 90's, back when TRL was filmed in Times Square, has always left me envious of those pre-pubescent teenagers screaming their asses off for their favorite musicians.

8. Quote Paris is Burning at least once.
Most likely at a really bizarre, inappropriate time, like during dinner. POULTRY REALNESS

9. Listen to Lil' Kim because why the fuck not?

Obviously, there's plenty of other things I want to do but really, I just plan on going with it.

-KJM

P.S.
I totally like Danielle from V Files and don't actually want to flip her off. I don't need that bad karma.

LET'S PLAY KETCHUP

I've been wanting to get back into writing and blogging but the desire and most importantly, the inspiration has not been there. Ever since my old blog, Portions of Karl, went belly up two years ago and got swallowed up by Google, I've just had zero interest. And truthfully, I miss it. The whole getting excited about fashion and having the need to share my thoughts with the world is the thing I miss most. But knowing that my favorite bloggers have gone to bigger and better things, makes it feel rather empty at this end of the table.

Spring.Summer 2015

Though moving forward, my life has been on a trackless roller coaster for most of this year. I've been floating on through the abyss that is life and I've had absolutely no problem with it. Exactly one week after getting dumped and two days after Christmas of last year, I started interning for one of my favorite designers, Shaun Samson. And as of last month, I am now an employed member of his team. (internal screaming)
It's been a very rewarding year working and being mentored under him but I truly could not have asked for such an amazing (and unexpected) opportunity. And now that I am officially tied to his label, it's all open road from here. (I get really excited when I think about it!)
                           

Honorary boy!

As of, relatively. two weeks now, I've been interning for a mutual friend I made through my boss. The ever lovely and notorious Lulu of Lulu and Your Mom, has allowed me to intern for her. Her label, The Fashion Club, is soon to bloom from the ground up and I'm more than happy for her. I'll be going to New York City for the first time come September to help out with her private showcase of the latest pieces from her label. I'm very excited and hell yes to unforeseen travel to the LA of the East Coast! Ah!

I'm telling you, 2014 has been an adventure.

-KJM

FIRKENSTOCKS

So, would you look at that, this shit talking babe (me) purchased himself some firks. Obvs they're not real Birkenstocks but they really did call out to me. They kind of look like something Acne would have churned out and not mention, silver has been a calling of mine.
This is my second pair of kicks that are a metallic-shiny-ass silver. It's not that I awant attention it's just that I'd rather blind the haters when they look down.

Bros and Comb Overs

Baby boy, Cole Mohr is excused from this article

It's very rare and only happens to me every five years or so-and let it be known, the first time this happened, it was five years ago. It's basically when I feel like we, as a society of youths, have reached a peak. And the first time this peak happened, we were six-feet deep in the, "let's go green! Peace n' Love B.S." trend. And the lovely year was 2008. Remember that? Peace signs, everywhere. And half the time, they were associated with some form of recycling. Like, buying a "reusable" bag made out of tarps with little hearts was worthy of our time. *cough* Target *cough*

The root of all evil.

So, when a specific trend profiles males, preferably, bro-males, I have to write about it. Basically, this is the first time since plaid shorts popped into the scene (like, back in 2005,) that a trend has reached the likes of the every day male but most importantly, the worst kind of male. The bro male. The annoying swag bros that act like filming a Vine of themselves spitting out water and driving in a tricked out car with an "Illest" sticker is like, the best thing ever. So, what I'm getting at is, apparently having a comb over is like, all the rage and I blame Ryan Gosling for this. What an asshole. A sweet asshole, because I feel like Ryan Gosling would slap the shit out of you and then apologize and take you out for burgs' n' fries. With his cute lil' comb over.

I guess my anger doesn't really go directly to Ryan Gosling, even though I blame him for the appeal but, I've had the hair cut for the "comb over" for at least five years now. Maybe I'm just being a hipster about it but, YA'LL LATE TO THIS PARTY. LATE. And THIS article, isn't becoming so it needs to go to the back of the line and have a seat because saying that all guys should have this haircut and style, can honestly suck my left one. I'm so done bumping into guys with tank tops, slim fit jeans, Vans, and worst of all, a gel-ed down comb over.

I. REST. MY. CASE.

Images via Instagram and Tumblr. You posted them so I can use them.

HYPE BEASTS

Hype Beast -

1. A Hype Beast is a kid that collect clothing, shoes, and accessories for the sole purpose of impressing others. Although the individual may not have a dime to their name they like to front like they are making far more then everybody else. Equipped with mommies credit card the Hype Beast will try his hardest to make sure he has every pair of Nike’s he saw Jay-Z wearing on 106 & Park. UrbanDictionary.com

 

Though if you're a visual lad like me, here's a beautiful collage highlighting what a hype beast looks like in the flesh:

 

I usually don't really give a fuck about a new trend and/or label that comes around other than an eye roll or two. (I was still in high school when even saying the word Hipster brought on looks of uncertainty) But I was fairly curious when I found out that what my garb has been consisting of, now has a name.

For the past two years, my wardrobe has gone from conservative meets whimsy to conceptual meets 90's sportswear meets Givenchy meets 90's rave and internet culture meets goth and cholo culture. I take pride in what I wear and am one of the few people who knows what I'm wearing; I wont partake in a trend(s) that takes from subcultures unless I know my shit. So when I found out that I have been partaking in some new found trend, I kind of stumbled in a my stride a bit.

According to THIS Bullet article found in their Culture section of their site, a hype beast is basically anyone who looks like A$AP Rocky. I actually admire Rocky for wearing some of the stuff he wears; it's progressive and allows for the general public to open their eyes to new styles and silhouettes. Though, it's when the public goes full retard with what they see, that I have an issue. Partially when there's even a BLOG mocking this trend. Which has me cringing with second hand embarrassment at times.

 

 

There's really no real reason for me type this post up other than me bitching and face-palming myself. Perhaps I just felt like highlighting the fact that I'm no snowflake. Not that I ever did but I do think I'm a badass motherfucker who doesn't need to be part of 'that life' or any life for that matter. I'm a do me so, suck on that.