Dear Diary...

Hello there good my friends! I know it has been quite a while since I have posted something in My Design Diary Secrets. During the past few months, I have done a lot of soul searching, and finding ways to better myself both professionally & personally. I have decided to press forward with my creative design pursuits on my own. I initially wanted to work for a major company, and grow professionally from the ground up; but I realize now that's just not in the cards for me.

I will keep you guys updated during my entrepreneurial pursuits, and continue to inform you with all of my graphic/fashion design secrets. I am currently creating new helpful tutorials for my fellow art-lovers and designers, and I will publish my portfolio for all of my prospective freelance clients. My heart and entire being has always been in fashion design, but naturally I have diversified my portfolio with graphic art as well. I promise I will do my best at staying current, and helping you all out as much as I can with my articles, tutorials and discussions. If you all have any requests, feel free to email me => info.creativeconceptz@gmail.com








Fashionably Yours,

Since the tender age of twelve, Schaumin Chanel Alexander has been creating fashion illustrations, and designing Womens wear apparel. Shortly after graduating college with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design & Marketing, she began freelancing her talents. SchauminChanel is the main designer and chief operator of Creative Conceptz Ltd., a company dedicated to freelance fashion design.

It's Finally Here!Fall/Winter 2010 Collection

I am so proud to present to you all my Fall 2010 Collection Portfolio. The picture above represents my inspiration, which is basically the mystery behind what makes Parisian women so sexy. This collection in a whole is reminiscent of the hit series 'Sex in The City', only the french version. Each look fits each character, but essentially you can tear each look apart, and it begins a whole new story. I have been slaving away at this collection, as well as the Spring 2011 Collection. A few of these pieces will be produced in sample sizes, and will be displayed on my official website (currently under construction). I hope you all enjoy! Remember your comments are both appreciated and encouraged! 

Fall/Winter 2010 Collection 

Fashionably Yours,

Since the tender age of twelve, Schaumin Chanel Alexander has been creating fashion illustrations, and designing Womens wear apparel. Shortly after graduating college with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design & Marketing, she began freelancing her talents. SchauminChanel is the main designer and chief operator of Creative Conceptz Ltd., a company dedicated to freelance fashion design.

Sketch Of The Day

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Hello my lovelies! What can I say, I have been one busy bee! I completed my Fall 2010 collection, and I am conceptualizing my Spring 2011 as we speak. Not to mention business plan in the works for potential investors. This look is one of my latest faves! Its a cropped fur jacket with leather trim on the shoulder caps. The faux leather pants are extra sleek and dips dramatically in the back under the back-waist band strap. I hand sketched this Illustration, and rendered the color and textile within Adobe Photoshop. Hope you all enjoy! Remember all comments are both appreciated and encouraged!

Fashionably Yours,

Since the tender age of twelve, Schaumin Chanel Alexander has been creating fashion illustrations, and designing Womens wear apparel. Shortly after graduating college with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design & Marketing, she began freelancing her talents. SchauminChanel is the main designer and chief operator of Creative Conceptz Ltd., a company dedicated to freelance fashion design.

Sketch Of The Day

Bonjour my dears! Today's sketch of the day is a logo I did for one of my affiliate designers Dominique Kitchen, owner of Fashion Consultant company Fashion Fairies. I created this look via Adobe Illustrator and colored it via Adobe Photoshop. She absolutely loved the finished product and so did I!? I hope you enjoy! Remember comments are both appreciated and encouraged!

Fashionably Yours,

Since the tender age of twelve, Schaumin Chanel Alexander has been creating fashion illustrations, and designing Womens wear apparel. Shortly after graduating college with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design & Marketing, she began freelancing her talents. SchauminChanel is the main designer and chief operator of Creative Conceptz Ltd., a company dedicated to freelance fashion design.

Sketch Of The Day

Bonjour! Today's Sketch Of The Day is another Spring 2010 look. It has chiffon sleeves, with a pretty pleated neckline, paired with some stylish skinnies! I hope you like! Remember your comments are both appreciated and encouraged!

Fashionably Yours,

Since the tender age of twelve, Schaumin Chanel Alexander has been creating fashion illustrations, and designing Womens wear apparel. Shortly after graduating college with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design & Marketing, she began freelancing her talents. SchauminChanel is the main designer and chief operator of Creative Conceptz Ltd., a company dedicated to freelance fashion design.

Sketch Of The Day

Bonjour! Today's Sketch of the day is from a former client project for Spring 2010. It has a gem encrusted bib front with a hook and eye closure at the back of the neck. I hope you enjoy! Remember all comments are both appreciated and encouraged!

Fashionably Yours,




SchauminChanel

Since the tender age of twelve, Schaumin Chanel Alexander has been creating fashion illustrations, and designing Womens wear apparel. Shortly after graduating college with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design & Marketing, she began freelancing her talents. SchauminChanel is the main designer and chief operator of Creative Conceptz Ltd., a company dedicated to freelance fashion design.

Ready....Set...... PRIORITIZE! Prioritizing with the 80/20 Theory

Hello all! I am sorry for my brief hiatus, but I was in the midst of a renovation. My workspace is immaculate, and about 90% complete. I will most likely post some pics of my new domain soon. I was inspired to write this post, because as I was setting up my workspace, and planning my week I realized how important it is to prioritize tasks. 

I have my Fall 2010 collection to finally complete, sew, and place on my official website, which is under construction as well. I need to conceptualize my Spring 2011 as well as client work. I usually start a to-do list and it works for a few days to weeks, but I slowly begin to 'freestyle' my time management, which is not always the best thing to do. I always felt prioritizing was a daunting task to say the least, but this time I decided to try a different strategy.