INFO FOR CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
CATEGORY CONTENTS
FASHION CHRONICLES-
Events
*Any fashion or lifestyle event from any city is eligible
*Must have flyer with all the info posted
*Must be submitted at least three weeks prior to event
Fashion Files
*Fashion news stories from around the globe
*Industry news that affects the general public
*Features/reviews of international designers
*Q&A with up coming designers (must have some type of online portfolio, website, instagram, fb or something where we can see there work)
*Interviews with people in the fashion industry or related field
*Stories about past fashion moments or people, reviews of fashion related movies or books
*People, places ad things to know as it relates to fashion
Fashion and Style Blog
*The latest in fashion, style and pop culture with touches of fashion history, the present, the future and people to know including designer profiles, icons, legends and more.
*Must include a photo and link to the story from the website or blog you got it from
Videos
*Original content only!
*Tutorials, How to, DIY, hair, makeup, nails, shopping hauls etc
*Local fashion show or style event videos
*They will be posted to our YouTube page
*Videos must be clear and not shaky
*Don't bore anybody lol
*Don't go over 3 or 4 minute minutes, edit out the slow moving parts, if you can't i can do it for you
*If you use a current song, slow it down or mutate it a little or it might not get played
TRENDS AND SHOPPING
Trend Reports
*What to wear now
*Style news
*Trends by city or state
*Hot accessories, shoes or bags you want to talk about.
*What to wear
Personal Style
*How to wear things (high waist pants, scarf, accessories, certain skirt
*Street Style photos (must get name/social media name in order to be used. Also try to get as full body as possible)
*Your outfit of the day or someone else's (with their permission)
*What to wear for different situations: First date, Meet the parents, Church, Art Show, and different situations.
Shopping Guide
*What to buy now articles
*Shopping for all the seasons
*Lists of items to need
HAIR AND BEAUTY
*Articles and how to's on makeup, hair and nails.
*If you do a tutorial you must include step by step, even if it is a video or photo story.
*Must include list of ingredients used with clear photo if possible
Events
*Any fashion or lifestyle event from any city is eligible
*Must have flyer with all the info posted
*Must be submitted at least three weeks prior to event
Fashion Files
*Fashion news stories from around the globe
*Industry news that affects the general public
*Features/reviews of international designers
*Q&A with up coming designers (must have some type of online portfolio, website, instagram, fb or something where we can see there work)
*Interviews with people in the fashion industry or related field
*Stories about past fashion moments or people, reviews of fashion related movies or books
*People, places ad things to know as it relates to fashion
Fashion and Style Blog
*The latest in fashion, style and pop culture with touches of fashion history, the present, the future and people to know including designer profiles, icons, legends and more.
*Must include a photo and link to the story from the website or blog you got it from
Videos
*Original content only!
*Tutorials, How to, DIY, hair, makeup, nails, shopping hauls etc
*Local fashion show or style event videos
*They will be posted to our YouTube page
*Videos must be clear and not shaky
*Don't bore anybody lol
*Don't go over 3 or 4 minute minutes, edit out the slow moving parts, if you can't i can do it for you
*If you use a current song, slow it down or mutate it a little or it might not get played
TRENDS AND SHOPPING
Trend Reports
*What to wear now
*Style news
*Trends by city or state
*Hot accessories, shoes or bags you want to talk about.
*What to wear
Personal Style
*How to wear things (high waist pants, scarf, accessories, certain skirt
*Street Style photos (must get name/social media name in order to be used. Also try to get as full body as possible)
*Your outfit of the day or someone else's (with their permission)
*What to wear for different situations: First date, Meet the parents, Church, Art Show, and different situations.
Shopping Guide
*What to buy now articles
*Shopping for all the seasons
*Lists of items to need
HAIR AND BEAUTY
*Articles and how to's on makeup, hair and nails.
*If you do a tutorial you must include step by step, even if it is a video or photo story.
*Must include list of ingredients used with clear photo if possible
HOW TO SUBMIT
*Email all stories (contact.thehouseoffly@gmail.com) in either Word or right in the email body.
*Include at least 3 photos with links to where ever you got them from
*Make sure the photo is not too small and is clear enough to use for the web
*Include all the links to sources you used for your stories
*We will upload the stories to the website
*Include your name however you want it spelled in your byline and your instagram name/social media
*Include at least 3 photos with links to where ever you got them from
*Make sure the photo is not too small and is clear enough to use for the web
*Include all the links to sources you used for your stories
*We will upload the stories to the website
*Include your name however you want it spelled in your byline and your instagram name/social media
BEFORE YOU SUBMIT!
*Pitch your idea to us so we are not doing something that has been overdone.
*Basic Story Set Up:
*Lead (who what when etc)
*Body
*Conclusion/Wrap up
*News You can Use
*Of course you don't have to follow this, just make sure all the info is there
*Make sure these questions are answered in a story:
Who, What, Where, When, How Why, What's next and contact info/news to use
*Ask yourself who is this story going to interest and affect (see below)?
*Speak to your audience! Our website is geared towards females ages 18- 45, she has a love and a basic knowledge for fashion, she is either in college or has already graduated. She may work a 9-5 or own her own business, she maybe single and dating, a single mother or young and married. She likes to go out and have fun, but in a more sophisticated way. "She 'turns up' but very softly lol, she does not overdo it. She has a nice diverse circle of friends and she is very stylish. She shops at different boutiques, she likes Target and Macy's, she is not too snobby to purchase trendy items from stores like Rainbow and Wet Seal, she may purchase a special piece from a local designer or two, but she mainly shops online because she likes to look unique. She doesn't really come here for style advice, she comes for the news stories, opinion pieces and articles. But her friends may care more about the style news and tutorials. We can call her Leah, always write for Leah and her friends, create scenarios for her/them and it will be easier to think of subjects that they would be interested in.
*Make sure you research your story! Do a thorough Google search to see examples on the subject that you are writing. This will help you gather resources and see what is already out there. We don't want the same story that some one else has. Come up with a different angle or point of view
*Make sure you provide linkbacks inside the story (see website for examples of highlighted links inside the story) It acts like a backup to the story, and makes it more authentic and interesting to give our reader more info.
*Make sure the photos have something to do with the story lol
*You can use polyvore.com for photos of clothing items. Just paste them directly into Publisher or Photo Shop or you can make your own editorial sets. See examples on their website before submitting!
*Basic Story Set Up:
*Lead (who what when etc)
*Body
*Conclusion/Wrap up
*News You can Use
*Of course you don't have to follow this, just make sure all the info is there
*Make sure these questions are answered in a story:
Who, What, Where, When, How Why, What's next and contact info/news to use
*Ask yourself who is this story going to interest and affect (see below)?
*Speak to your audience! Our website is geared towards females ages 18- 45, she has a love and a basic knowledge for fashion, she is either in college or has already graduated. She may work a 9-5 or own her own business, she maybe single and dating, a single mother or young and married. She likes to go out and have fun, but in a more sophisticated way. "She 'turns up' but very softly lol, she does not overdo it. She has a nice diverse circle of friends and she is very stylish. She shops at different boutiques, she likes Target and Macy's, she is not too snobby to purchase trendy items from stores like Rainbow and Wet Seal, she may purchase a special piece from a local designer or two, but she mainly shops online because she likes to look unique. She doesn't really come here for style advice, she comes for the news stories, opinion pieces and articles. But her friends may care more about the style news and tutorials. We can call her Leah, always write for Leah and her friends, create scenarios for her/them and it will be easier to think of subjects that they would be interested in.
*Make sure you research your story! Do a thorough Google search to see examples on the subject that you are writing. This will help you gather resources and see what is already out there. We don't want the same story that some one else has. Come up with a different angle or point of view
*Make sure you provide linkbacks inside the story (see website for examples of highlighted links inside the story) It acts like a backup to the story, and makes it more authentic and interesting to give our reader more info.
*Make sure the photos have something to do with the story lol
*You can use polyvore.com for photos of clothing items. Just paste them directly into Publisher or Photo Shop or you can make your own editorial sets. See examples on their website before submitting!
EDITING PROCESS
EDITING PROCESS:
*We will edit all stories for clarity and grammar before putting them on the site. Please proofread and do your own spell checks as well, and read it out loud to yourself or have someone else read it before you submit.
*We will never change your story! We may go back and forth making sure all the correct info is in there and we may cut down for space but we will never change your voice or story!
*Once we edit and there is no need for a rewrite, we will post the story along with the photos and links. (Please make sure your links all work).
*If you use direct quotes, please make sure the names are spelled right! We need first and last names, or we cannot use the quotes!
*We want to spread stories out so we can always have content, if your schedule allows and if you have the interest continuously work on stories!
*Submit stories that are not time sensitive, things that can be published at any time. If you are at a fashion show or another event and want to cover it, then we need the story the same night or the following morning if possible. Include lots of photos!
*Please always promote the site and your work.
*We will edit all stories for clarity and grammar before putting them on the site. Please proofread and do your own spell checks as well, and read it out loud to yourself or have someone else read it before you submit.
*We will never change your story! We may go back and forth making sure all the correct info is in there and we may cut down for space but we will never change your voice or story!
*Once we edit and there is no need for a rewrite, we will post the story along with the photos and links. (Please make sure your links all work).
*If you use direct quotes, please make sure the names are spelled right! We need first and last names, or we cannot use the quotes!
*We want to spread stories out so we can always have content, if your schedule allows and if you have the interest continuously work on stories!
*Submit stories that are not time sensitive, things that can be published at any time. If you are at a fashion show or another event and want to cover it, then we need the story the same night or the following morning if possible. Include lots of photos!
*Please always promote the site and your work.
EXTRAS
*If you can submit at least three stories/content a month. They don't have to be large features, they can be a photo story, a tidbit, a how to, or a video, just something to keep it going.
*You are considered a full staff member after 6 published stories and will get a bio on the About page
*Browse Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for at least 4 new people a month to connect with for future story posts. Look for designers, models, actors, singers (who all have great style) some up and coming person or somebody that is just fabulous by association and that way we are always generating story ideas, gaining more of an audience and in return getting more traffic to the site which will help us when we eventually try to sell ads.
*Search fashion websites and blogs, look at different fashion magazines and websites (check their international sites too) check luxury online stores, see what is the most, when you are reading fashion articles or anything else, check the comments to see what the people are saying.
*Comment on different sites and blogs and link back to ours
*If you are interested in selling your clothes, shoes or accessories on the site, message us about it
RESOURCES
RESOURCES
http://www.style.com/
http://nymag.com/thecut/runway/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_fashion_topics
http://www.thefashionspot.com/
http://www.refinery29.com/
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http://www.style.com/
http://nymag.com/thecut/runway/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_fashion_topics
http://www.thefashionspot.com/
http://www.refinery29.com/
Sign up for fashion newsletters with a seperate email if you want so you can get alerts sent to you!