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[Doo ^^]

 

[Topic 1] Plus-Size Models  

Mark Fast, 29, who is a rising knitwear designer emphasizing a variety of body sizes of women, has deployed several plus-size models, becoming another talk of the town in London this year.

In a collection of the London Fashion Week on Feb. 18, Fast had "plus-size" models (European size 40, U.S. size 10) to put on the knitwear he designed. Fast was at the center of a dispute during similar fashion week last September, too, when a stylist was forced to deny she stormed out of his catwalk show because he was using larger than normal models.

Sarah Watkinson, the founder of 12+ UK, the agency that supplied some of the models, said that while Fast was "very committed" to showing his clothes on realistic-looking women, no other designers at London Fashion Week were using her models.

Recently, thinner models have been criticized in the fashion community. Although designers opt for thinnest models for better look, youths have been implanted with the distorted mind that thinner body is better look, causing serious problems to the young generation.

It is eval‎uated that Fast's use of at least some plus-size women feeds in to the debate over whether it's appropriate for the fashion industry to keep employing the thinnest of the thin to carry its clothing.

1. At a fashion show, It is not difficult to find out a lot of thin women who are walking along the catwalk to display clothes. Whenever you watch them, how do you feel? You feel sorry for their body or envy them... And, why do you think most designers prefer the thin models?

2. As mentioned above, Fast, fashion designer, emphasizes a variety of body sizes of women. What's your opinion on Fast's action & idea?

3. Have you ever taken diet? If yes, Is there your exclusive method to lose weight?

4. Why do people have an obsession about weight?

[Topic 2] How not to feel humiliated when dining alone‏

If you’re single, travel for business, or just enjoy savoring a meal without small talk, you’ve probably had the experience of dining alone. This can be immensely pleasurable or incredibly daunting, depending on your temperament and overall approach. To ensure your next table-for-one adventure is as enjoyable as possible, we offer up these time-tested tips for dining alone.

1. Be Bookish.. Always come armed with reading material. Having something to read not only keeps you from getting bored but also serves as a shield against waitstaff pity or unwanted conversational overtures from fellow patrons. 

2. Try The Bar. For many would-be solo diners, the fear of being surrounded by lovey-dovey couples or raucous groups can be prohibitive. Requesting a seat at the bar is a good solution: Most restaurants will serve the full menu, bar seating is casual and low-profile, and you're likely to be surrounded by other content singletons.

3. Exude Confidence. Stride up to the host or hostess and proudly request your table. Never shrug or say, “just me” as though you’re apologizing. It takes guts to eat alone, and you should command the respect you deserve.

4. Eavesdrop. People in restaurants tend to be drinking, which often results in loud talking, over-sharing, bawdy jokes, or bitter marital brawls. Either way you can (discreetly) listen in on proximate tables and gain valuable insight into the human condition. Bonus points for detecting awkward first-time Internet dates.

5. Befriend Your Blackberry. Most of us are borderline addicted to checking our Blackberries or mobile phones. While it’s impolite to do this in the company of others, it's an absolutely acceptable activity when you’re dining alone: Reading the news, checking your Twitter feed, fondly reading old emails from loved ones, or scanning your secret crush’s Facebook page...the wireless possibilities are endless..

6. Go, Team! Even if you’re not terribly into sports, if there’s a game playing, become a fan for the evening. You’ll be surprised how an entranced gaze up at the screen now and then will give you a sense of purpose, as will a well-timed groan of defeat or hearty fist-pumping “Yes!”

7. Think Like A Food Critic. Pretend you are reviewing the restaurant. Observe the nuances of each course, take in the presentation, note the faults and strengths of the décor and keep a sharp eye on the service. This puts you in a position of judgment – always empowering.

8. Finally, remember to relax, enjoy yourself, and focus on the positives of solo dining. Just think: There will be no quibbling over who pays, no awkward pauses, and no drawn-out discussions about your companion's relationship or work problems. You really can be your own best dinner date.

1. Have you ever dined alone? How did you feel?

2. Among the ideas, which one do you want to practice?

3. Is there any other ideas excluding the mentioned things above?

4. If you dine alone, which restaurant do you usually go to?

[Gina(진아)]

Interesting topics!! Thanks, Doo. I'll see you there~

[Stylish(진화)]

very nice~~!! 정참합니다 ^ㅇ^~~

[Teddy~*]

i wanna talk with you much more~~~~~~~~ ^^

[Timothy(연호)]

참석하고 싶지만...ㅠ이번주말은 회사워크샵으로...못가네요...ㅠ즐거운 시간 보내세요~ㅎ

[김영심]

정참합니다^^~

[Joe(조형섭)]

위에 모델 아랫배 너무 나왔는데.. 정참 이요~~~~ 일단..

[우야(현우)]

정참~!!! will attand at there on time~!

[Ol현정]

안녕하세요. 클레어라고합니다 이번주는 정참할께요 ㅋㅋ

[Gina(진아)]

안녕하세요^^ 신입의 방 게시판을 참고하시고 참여원하시면 시간맞춰 오시면 됩니다^^

[Teddy~*]

반갑습니다~~ 친구분이랑 같이 오실꺼죠? *^^*(진아야~ 한번 오셨던 분이삼~ ^^)

[장동건(종권)]

안녕하세요 신입입니다. 가입하고 바로 글올립니다. 잘부탁드리구요 많이 가르쳐 주세요 ^^ 이렇게 좋은곳을 미처 몰랐다니.... 정참할께요 ^^

[Gina(진아)]

네 반갑습니다^^ 패턴공부를 원하시면 신입의 방 확인하시고 참여하시면 되요^^

[titicaca]

저도 정참할게요~역사공부 중간부터 합류할 수 있겠네요~!