Social networks are definitive platforms used to connect, inform and influence individuals seeking network growth. Most are acquainted with the more popular options, such as Twitter or Facebook. However, consider building your network in creative social platforms geared towards your industry or craft. We've surfed the web for industry specific social networking websites and compiled a list for your general pleasure. Feel free to check them out at your own convenience. 


1. Independent Fashion Bloggers: Networking website for fashion bloggers. You can connect with other bloggers, share links and build your following. There are also tips, conferences and video guides to being a fashion blogger. http://heartifb.com/


2.Lots of Style: Networking website for wardrobe stylists. You can connect with other wardrobe stylist, showcase your portfolio and build clientele. Unlike other social networking websites, prospective clients do not have to be a member of the site to contact you for job opportunities. http://lotsofstyle.com/


3. Atelier Motive: Networking website for designers and boutique owners. Designers can connect with boutique owners/buyers local and worldwide. Members can share information regarding fashion, events and business. http://atelier-motive.com/


4.Ed2010: Networking website for editors and journalists. You can connect with editors and journalists, find job and internship positions with publications and get advice. http://www.ed2010.com/


5. Fashion Industry Network: Networking website for individuals in all aspects of the fashion industry. You can connect with other individuals in the industry, market your brand and build your influence. http://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/

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Creative Future Magazine is an independent publication featuring artists in the art and design industry. With the goal of inspiring and lifting the creative spirits of it's readers, Creative Future is a whelm of notions from young emerging artists. Curated by 18-year-old art student, Christen Anderson, what makes this publication particularly intriguing is it's hand crafted. From the paper type to the packing and design techniques, every minuet detail is well thought out and crafted precisely; making no issues alike.

Another distinct characteristic is the main feature of each issue gets the opportunity to design the cover and a special item for the publication. Keeping the focus on the craft and the artists, CF 's approach to the world of modern publication is refreshing and supersedes the lax standards society has grown accustom to. Infused with vivid imagery, grasping articles and exclusive projects only available to it's readers, Creative Future is a cultural favor essential to your bookshelves. Featuring artists Aaron De La Cruz and HuskMintNavin in their second issue, with a hand-painted puzzle by Cruz as the exclusive project, what can we expect next?

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Women aren't complete without certain aspects of life that make them, women. From labels to products, wallets are used as cash calls for glamorous pleasure and beauty sensibility. What's more glamorous than the lingerie seen in 60's films and old Fredrick's catalogs? Founded in 2009, The Loved One began as a wholesale vintage business and lingerie company by Hannah Metz and Elvia Lahman.


Hot Thrills Warm Chills and The Bed and How to Make It are lingerie pieces of lace and sheer that hold the same charm as 60's sex symbol Brigitte Bardot. Timeless and elegant, their online selection offers bullet brassieres, silk tap shorts and laced garter bottoms. With independent designers Alexandra Grecco, Geronimo and Dear Creatures, these vintage lingerie pieces just climbed our must-have list.






Visit the website at thelovedone.net .
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Photographer: Jake Rosenberg

Amanda Lew Kee started as a goth inspired jewelry line, sold locally in boutiques of Toronto, Canada. Shifting her craft of jewelry design to clothing design, Kee launched a womens ready-to-wear collection in 2010; inspired by artificial and natural aesthetics. Symmetry with clean cuts formed the base. From zipper fronts to bodycon sheer dresses, the variety showed range yet remained cohesive. Using black as a palette in her previous collections, Kee binds chic elegance with everyday comfort.

While her S/S'12 collection uses more vibrant color blends, that pristine cut remains evident as her niche. Nudes and kaleidoscopic prints structure the designs, while light fabrics maintain that spring/summer ease. 

From True Blood to Deadmau5, Kee's collaborative success has us anxious as to what's next for 2012, or should we say who? 

Visit the website at amandalewkee.com .

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PHOTOGRAPHER: MARQUISMONTES
MODEL: GIGI (Folio Montréal) MAKE-UP ARTIST & HAIR STYLIST: ANIKO BOUCHARD

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PHOTOGRAPHER: MARQUISMONTES

MODELS: CAMYL,ELISABETH, GIGI, CATHERINE
STYLIST: MARIE DENAULT | MAKE-UP: JENNIFER DIONNE
HAIR STYLIST: JASON WILLIAMS | ASS. STYLIST: JEANNE B. LEYMONERIE

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