Week 2

The Review/ Critique and other Journalistic Forms






Printed Article from the Massive magazine

Printed article from the Massive magazine


This article informs us of the emerging group on facebook "Girls Related - After Dark" - There is a personal connection as I follow this page myself.

It starts off in italics which shows it's an opinion of the author. The next paragraph is formed around factual information of the page itself. As it progresses it turns into an interview piece of one of the admins then finally concludes with another opinion paragraph. The layout of the overall article is easy to follow and understand. It definitely suits the interview form of categorising each aspect into a new paragraph.

Through the interview - They talked about the past and the present and what has come out of this page. They've touched on topics like women supporting each other and abuse. The dissemination of a private facebook group out in the open.

- Opinion
- Research
- Facts/Information
- Conclusion/Outcome of all the above factors

link to the full article: cosmopolitan.com/career/advice/a3283/budget-your-paycheck/

- This article starts off trying to connect with the reader by asking rhetorical questions and making assumptions. 
- It consists of recipe like instructions of how to budget in 4 parts. "Pizza-like sections"
- There are multiple sources of information which are referenced.
- A little blurb about the actual author at the bottom of the magazine
- My biggest question is why should we listen to this person and does this actually work for everyone? 

I find it much harder to follow an online article as opposed to a print version. There are so many surrounding attributes that are distracting and you have to scroll down to read it all whereas a print form shows the full layout. Although it is easier to find/access I would prefer a print version/ the actual magazine. 


Independent Study

Reviewing my own Indian outfit (designed and sewn myself)



This Lehnga (skirt) is constructed of materials all found at spotlight in Wellington. It consists of different layers of materials and pearls that are hand sewn individually. You can't notice this but there are huge layers of tulle sewn underneath to give it the volume and silhouette you see. There is a Dupatta (scarf) to harmonise the whole outfit. The soft tulle is flirtatious and romantic whereas the skirt is rough and bulky. It is bright because bright colours are always a part of the Indian culture however simplistic in relation to its embellishment. The fabric itself is rough with raw materials sewn on to look like roses.

Heavier than your everyday skirt, it is definitely made for special occasions and events. Accompanied by a normal crop top to hybridise the two cultures I represent. It may look nice but behind the scenes, there are many imperfections that hold this piece together. I would change the fit to embrace my waist better as well as make the belt thinner for a more tailored look. The fabric itself is enough to make a statement which is why the embellishment is minimal. Even without the fabric resources as we have in India, I managed to create a look that was envisioned by finding this fabric without intention of looking for it. 

There is also a layer of the connection I have with my mum who has taught me what I know today when it comes to designing and sewing. She has taught me the most basic skills and shown me how to cut shapes without the use of a pattern. Without her I wouldn't have the passion for fashion and art.






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