Sophisticated Style - Cycle 1 closed. Cycle 2 opens in 2018.

NB: A .5 bonus will be given to any entries that are in by the first date shown on the round brief or earlier . Could give you a greater chance to get ahead.

Up to 2 extra bonus points will also be added to one of your entries that have added extras, such as more accessories than asked for, or props, but only if it enhances the overall shots. The entry we deem most deserving for those 2 bonus points will be decided by the judges. It is more about your models but some extras can add character and style to your shots, and that shouldn't be ignored.

Just a reminder:
**Replication of the examples is not allowed they are only there for inspiration. If the judges after consultation believe that an entry has copied the example too closely, points can be taken off. Clothes, shoes, accessories are fine if you find similar things, but poses, hairstyles, makeup etc., We want to see your own remarkable creations.**


**Round 1 - Women in Black**
REQUIREMENTS FOR ROUND 1:
1. Black outfit either formal or neat, casual.
2. Black hat, Silver, black or gold bag. (At least a bag or a hat)
3. Silver or gold jewellery.
4. A full body shot.
5. A head shot would be good also so the judges and I can check out the makeup. For this round it will be optional (because I forgot to put it in the brief :# ) but for subsequent rounds it will be a requirement.
6. A background that suits the style of outfit you have chosen for your model.
http://i.imgur.com/8yFfa1w.png

**Round 2 - Red, White and Blue**

(When you see the "OR" word, it means you can pick between the options, you can use more if you choose. You can have more but below is what should be included)

REQUIREMENTS FOR ROUND 2:
1. A classy and stylish outfit with any
combination of the colours Red, White and Navy Blue, but any blue will suffice.
2. Coat or Jacket (choose one or the other)
3. Hat or Scarf (choose one or the other)
4. A full body shot.
5. A head shot to see your model's makeup
6. A suitable background

**Just for your information in case you weren't sure on the colour, "navy" blue is a dark blue (see the example image and the sample colour swatch)**

http://i.imgur.com/Mcfu8HB.png

http://i.imgur.com/SHtKHBg.png

**Round 3 - Beige, and Brown Business Look**

REQUIREMENTS FOR ROUND 3
1. A Chic-business outfit in a colour combo of browns, beiges, and cream or ivory.
2. A handbag or business briefcase or bag
3. Gold jewellery
4. A background that suits a classy business style woman
5. A full body shot
6. A head shot to see the model's makeup


http://i.imgur.com/Xsnfc3j.png

**Round 4 - Delectable Denim**

REQUIREMENTS FOR ROUND 4:
1. A Casual, classy look using denim and your choice of top or bottom depending which you use for the denim or it can be all denim. A dress is also allowed in this round as long as it's denim of course. (No ripped jeans/denim please!)
2. A suitable bag OR hat to show off the look
3. A Belt
4. Natural Makeup
5. A suitable casual but classy background
6. A full body shot
7. A head shot to see the model's natural makeup


http://i.imgur.com/7hupTMS.png

**Round 5 - Monochromatic Magic**

REQUIREMENTS FOR ROUND 5:
NB: Any colour except black this round people. I am also requesting to see you all choosing different colours from eachother for this round. So if you love a particular colour, you should get in first.
1. A classy look using all one colour!
2. A suitable bag or hat (you can use both if you choose)
3. Pantyhose/nylons or leggings (also the same colour) see examples.
4. Suitable makeup
5. The background can be plain or textured but must be a colour that compliments your monochromatic hue.
6. A full body shot
7. A head shot to see the model's makeup
(Again, when you see the "OR" word, it means you can pick between the options. You can use more but above is what needs to be included)


http://i.imgur.com/bGUEs2C.png

**Round 6- Coral Florals**

REQUIREMENTS FOR ROUND 6:

1. A classy floral outfit that is in the coral and apricot colours. (creams and ivories can be amongst these colours). You may like to go with a plain one of these colours but the outfit, with a top, bottom or accessories such as scarves must include the coral and/or apricot florals and be a major part of the outfit. Have fun!
2. Gold jewellry is all that is asked for in this round (other accessories are optional)
3. Suitable makeup
4. Your choice of background that suits your style of outfit
5. A full body shot
6. A head shot to see the model's makeup

Here are a couple of swatches that may help you distinguish between pinks and coral or apricots. Quite a few people get confused between these colours.
http://i.imgur.com/7JlsAsC.png


http://i.imgur.com/m1VzNxB.png

**Round 7- Black and White**

REQUIREMENTS FOR ROUND 7:

1. Classy black and White, casual or formal outfit
2. Suitable bag and sunnies for casual wear. Silver jewellery, a bag for evening wear. The bags can be of any colour that sets off the black and white. (Other accessories are optional)
3. Suitable makeup
4. Your choice of background that suits your style of outfit
5. A full body shot
6. A head shot to see the model's makeup

http://i.imgur.com/SR3M8YI.png

**Round 8 - Yellow/gold with Blue**

REQUIREMENTS FOR ROUND 8:

1. Classy yellow/gold with blue, casual outfit
2. Suitable bag and gold jewellery. (Other accessories are optional)
3. Suitable makeup
4. A bright, happy background that compliments (sets off these colours nicely) and that suits your style of outfit.
5. A full body shot
6. A head shot to see the model's makeup

http://i.imgur.com/D26Xshc.png
**Round 9 - Black, red and white**

REQUIREMENTS FOR ROUND 9:

1. Classy black, red and white, casual or formal outfit
2. Suitable bag and jewellery of your choice. (Other accessories are optional.)
**Ensure you read the brief about accessory colour contrasting.**
3. Suitable makeup
4. A suitable background that suits your style of outfit
5. A full body shot
6. A head shot to see the model's makeup

http://i.imgur.com/9iMe7Ti.png

**Round 10 - Your choice**

REQUIREMENTS FOR ROUND 10:

1. Classy and sophisticated outfit and accessories.
2. Your choice of colour. **Purple is not allowed - this colour is for the finale.**


http://i.imgur.com/KDPlIF8.png

**GRAND FINAL (see brief below for requirements)**
Make sure the outfits are sophisticated and classy and your backgrounds show up your models. The outfit does not have to be monochromatic (all purple), as long as the majority of it is.

The slate is cleared and any of you three could win this. Good luck.


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TIMER TO 16/5 12.30pm


"Sophisticated Style" is, as the name suggests, purely a fashion competition, not one that tells a story, just wanted to make sure everyone is clear on that.**

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