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[lavander_girl]

tbh the first thing that came to my mind when i read this was what happen with wanting to be normal???

[Black_Raven]

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[ruby_123]

Originally Posted by lavander_girl

tbh the first thing that came to my mind when i read this was what happen with wanting to be normal???

Yeah, I kinda agree, especially after the whole 'I just want to go and have a normal college experience' thing. I personally don't know many uni students with their own collections.

[IcarusMalfoy]

Originally Posted by ruby_123

Yeah, I kinda agree, especially after the whole 'I just want to go and have a normal college experience' thing. I personally don't know many uni students with their own collections.

Regardless of what she says she wants, she was never going to have a truly normal college experience, that just doesn't happen to famous people. Anyway, I really don't see how this Fair Trade clothing stuff is going to change her time at university.

[hermionegranger]

Originally Posted by Black_Raven

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looks good! so glad she's involved in this way to go emma!

[AMDblack]

Originally Posted by ruby_123

Yeah, I kinda agree, especially after the whole 'I just want to go and have a normal college experience' thing. I personally don't know many uni students with their own collections.

This has nothing to do with wanting to be normal. Normal everyday people do charitable stuff everyday. She is an adviser on this project, does not mean she is full time employee there. She is doing a charitable project on the sidelines. When I was in univ, my friends and I spent our weekends with special children all day long. Same goes for a lot of other students with me. I don't think we should read too much in to what Emma is doing and says etc etc.

[mecoupi]

Originally Posted by siriuslynowwtf

In all honesty, she probably won't be designing anything, if she hasn't done it all already. At most, they'll run it by her, she'll say something, and then they'll just attach her name to it. That's probably all that happened, if it's already done. "Creative advisor" is another word for she gave an opinion or two and they attached her name.

Still, as tacky as it would NORMALLY be, it's for a great cause. Attaching her name to something like that is an excellent thing.

But if I remember correctly, Dan has mentioned in a interview of seeing Emma's designs and he said they were good and he was impressed.

So maybe, just maybe, she did design some of the pieces and wasn't just there to make comments on the already made ones.

Give the girl SOME credit

[hermionegranger]

Originally Posted by mecoupi

But if I remember correctly, Dan has mentioned in a interview of seeing Emma's designs and he said they were good and he was impressed.

So maybe, just maybe, she did design some of the pieces and wasn't just there to make comments on the already made ones.

Give the girl SOME credit

she did the awesome designs i like them a lot i find her so artistic

[scarlett]

Originally Posted by mecoupi

But if I remember correctly, Dan has mentioned in a interview of seeing Emma's designs and he said they were good and he was impressed.

So maybe, just maybe, she did design some of the pieces and wasn't just there to make comments on the already made ones.

Give the girl SOME credit

You're right! Now you mention it Dan did say that.

I'm just confused how people can find negative things to say about what is essentially such a good act... Emma could have sold her soul to Primark or Top Shop and "designed" a clothing range for them for lots of money, much more publicity and not given a thought about the people making them. But she didn't. Sorry, but I find it very depressing that people here have searched long enough to find a negative aspect to her work with Fair trade clothes - I think it's pathetic. (Just expressing my opinion which I believe is allowed...)

[Cathy]

Originally Posted by scarlett

You're right! Now you mention it Dan did say that.

I'm just confused how people can find negative things to say about what is essentially such a good act... Emma could have sold her soul to Primark or Top Shop and "designed" a clothing range for them for lots of money, much more publicity and not given a thought about the people making them. But she didn't. Sorry, but I find it very depressing that people here have searched long enough to find a negative aspect to her work with Fair trade clothes - I think it's pathetic. (Just expressing my opinion which I believe is allowed...)

If you believe that expressing your opinion is allowed, which it definitely is, then why are you responding in a manner that's hypocritical towards those who's opinions you don't agree with? The fact that what their saying doesn't sit well with you can't be helped, it's what they think, and just because they said it doesn't make it true either, so there's no need to criticise them for their perspective on this whole thing and take it so personally.

Many celebritities who have their own clothing lines always claim to have created the designs themselves, when I believe we all know that they most likely got some designers to create something for them and after their approval, their names are branded on the clothes. However, in Emma's case, she's doing it for Fair Trade, and really that's all that matters, whether she herself designed it or just approved of someone's else's designs really shouldn't matter as it's going towards a great cause.

[Anne]

Originally Posted by scarlett

So Emma works on a project to help the most disadvantaged people in India, Bangladesh and Nepal and promote Fair trade fashion and all you can do is complain that she's a hypocrite? You really need to sort your priorities out.

I'm sorry if I offended you. She's an hypocrite (and I'm not saying this based only on this) who is doing something good to the world. Is that better? I'm keeping my opinion, and I let you have your own

I believe she's doing this more for her own image, than for the cause (she wears designs who aren't good for the environment at all..), but at least something good is coming out of it. If you don't agree, just ignore it and go on with your life, it's no big deal.

[meg]

Originally Posted by Anne

I believe she's doing this more for her own image, than for the cause (she wears designs who aren't good for the environment at all..), but at least something good is coming out of it. If you don't agree, just ignore it and go on with your life, it's no big deal.

thank you, someone had to say this.

anyway, leaving all the hypocritical aspects aside, i'm happy that emma did this. if she manages to transfer her cool image to the brand and make some people more aware of the humanitarian and environmental issues surrounding fast fashion, as she said herself, then i won't mind listening to her contradictory comments so much.

[jopley]

Originally Posted by scarlett

You're right! Now you mention it Dan did say that.

I'm just confused how people can find negative things to say about what is essentially such a good act... Emma could have sold her soul to Primark or Top Shop and "designed" a clothing range for them for lots of money, much more publicity and not given a thought about the people making them. But she didn't. Sorry, but I find it very depressing that people here have searched long enough to find a negative aspect to her work with Fair trade clothes - I think it's pathetic. (Just expressing my opinion which I believe is allowed...)

Remember to consider the source of the negativity. Then it doesn't bother you because you can see where it's coming from. I can understand why Emma wants a normal college life so she can learn, I also know she's a businesswoman who is not retiring anytime soon. In my mind I can seperate the two, others can't.

[AMDblack]

Originally Posted by Anne

I'm sorry if I offended you. She's an hypocrite (and I'm not saying this based only on this) who is doing something good to the world. Is that better? I'm keeping my opinion, and I let you have your own

I believe she's doing this more for her own image, than for the cause (she wears designs who aren't good for the environment at all..), but at least something good is coming out of it. If you don't agree, just ignore it and go on with your life, it's no big deal.

I highly doubt she is doing it for her own image, she has always done something to do with art (like painting or designing a jacket, making cards etc) for the charity. And the interview you earlier mentioned is where she added that if she was asked to do something of the sort for a good cause only then she will consider it. When people are doing something for a good cause it should be appreciated I think instead of searching for a motive behind their actions.

[jopley]

Originally Posted by AMDblack

I highly doubt she is doing it for her own image, she has always done something to do with art (like painting or designing a jacket, making cards etc) for the charity. And the interview you earlier mentioned is where she added that if she was asked to do something of the sort for a good cause only then she will consider it. When people are doing something for a good cause it should be appreciated I think instead of searching for a motive behind their actions.

Thank you. Like I said consider the source. She drives a prius, that's one butt ugly car! She says she's not perfect but she does what she can for green causes. Anybody who has ever bought a pair of Nike shoes can't point a finger at no one.

And we all know she said she would do something fashion wise for a good cause, if they want to pretend that quote doesn't exist let them.

[jopley]

Emma Watson collaborates with People Tree | InStyle UK


More props from the Telegraph:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/fashion/6...esign-job.html

[emacrack]

I can't really undestand why are you people doing such a big deal of what she has/hasn't sayed. You're missing the main piont wich is the great cause behind this. If her participation in the project can give publicity to the clothe's line and it's usefull to sell a big quantity of it (helping that poor people) what matter what she sayed?? In addition, it's not even a contradiction, because in her declaration she spoke about the posibility of a charity action (I think in that moment she already knew it).
I'm really starting to think there's a lot of people out there with no other things to worrie about. Greetings!!

[soon2be]

I'm so excited to see these!
I'm so happy for Emma really and so glad that all the royalties are going straight to charity.

I personally believe that the criticism (albeit very little as I've only really seen negative criticism on this matter from this board lol) Emma is receiving for this is kind of ridiculous that it's kind of hilarious. In all honesty, if any other Potter star were to do something like this, I pretty sure most people would be happy, move on, and not go on about how they are hypocritical. Everything Emma seems to say is like examined, criticized, and rehashed back at her if she changed her mind or opinion (which people do you know lol)
Yes, she wears other big brands, but she's supporting a great one, so why the hell are people focusing on the negatives?
It just confuses me lol.

oh and some Links of people liking the idea:
Emma Watson Turns Designer For Charity! - Style News – StyleWatch – People.com

Dreams Do Come True! Emma Watson to Design Clothing Line: Talking Fashion: Style: teenvogue.com

Even Ohnotheydidnt was nice about it...and I think we all know how they usually aren't so nice lol (although I do not appreciate the posters vibe at American Apparel, as I work there and I hope I'm not too much of an asshole :P):
ohnotheydidnt: Emma Watson launches ethical fashion range with People Tree

[hermionegranger]

great articles/praise!

[tanyabay]

to me Emma goes back on her words she does spits out thinks and don't think about it cause to her it's right i don't care what no body think once she see her name or whatever on that charityshe can make cash on clothes without charity watch and see let her taste money that's not going into her pocketand this is my thoughts and i don't care you thinks it badcause there to side of every story

[Bimbamboom]

Does anyone know wich clothes she designed?!? Any pics? Thanks a lot.

[Kenz999]

Originally Posted by Anne

I'm sorry if I offended you. She's an hypocrite (and I'm not saying this based only on this) who is doing something good to the world. Is that better? I'm keeping my opinion, and I let you have your own

I believe she's doing this more for her own image, than for the cause (she wears designs who aren't good for the environment at all..), but at least something good is coming out of it. If you don't agree, just ignore it and go on with your life, it's no big deal.

She'd only be a hypocrite if she'd said she'd never do something like this even for a worthwhile cause, but someone earlier posted a quote to where she did infact say she'd only consider it for a worthwhile cause. No hypocrisy there.
Saying she wants a 'normal' life does not mean she can't still be involved in something charitable. Many students are.

We all wear clothes that are not 'good' for the environment because that's mostly all that's available. If this type of clothing grows, we'll all be better placed to make informed choices.

She could be doing it for her 'own image' the same as anyone else who ever gets involved in a worthy cause. But it's still a worthy cause, and if her being involved means some younger people take an interest in issues like Fair Trade then I, at least, am VERY glad cause it's something that very close to my heart.

It just seems some folks are always looking to accentuate the negative. But hey...opinons...

[Anne]

LOL Jopley.. give up with those "consider the source" Yeah, I know the sun shines from Emma's ass, yada yada yada. You're probably so angry with this topic lol Just go out and breathe some air.

Kenz999, it's totally possible to do charity without telling it to the world, you know. I'm not saying she's being an hypocrite for supporting a good cause. What I mean is that if her main goal at the moment was being anonymous, she would probably avoid all things that would give her publicity, except the ones she really couldn't avoid, like those related to HP. I'm sure other celebrities would accept representing this kind of cause (hell, probably some would love this opportunity), and in the end everyone would be happy, the organization still could reach their goal.
She can do loads of things without getting publicity for it. Maybe she does it, who knows? Hopefully some celebrities do it, even though they're always pressured into SHOWING that they're doing charity, as if it was their duty, which ends up being a good thing, tbh.

I'm not accentuating the negative, I've said it's a good thing that she may be doing something good. The thing it that some people just can't see situations from both sides, and can't handle any critics, and that is not my problem I'll say it again, those who don't agree or still didn't get it, can just ignore what I say instead of having a nervous breakdown 'Cause it's obvious some people will just never get it, never accept it.

[jopley]

Originally Posted by Bimbamboom

Does anyone know wich clothes she designed?!? Any pics? Thanks a lot.

The clothes she's wearing in the People Tree pic are her designs. I think all those clothes are from her collection. At least that's what a few sites said. I think the link in the first post in this thread goes to a site where you can sign up for emails about the collection. I don't think everything will be shown till Feb of next year.

Thanks for the teen vogue article. I'm glad it'll be available in the US. I was wondering the same thing.

[Londongirl]

Did I ever mention that I love this girl?

It's nice to see Emma mix her interest in fashion with helping charities. It truly is an incredible gap year project from her. She is truly an amazing person.

I like the name too. "Love from Emma". That's the best kind of love.
Emma looks so lovely and fresh faced in this picture.

[siriuslynowwtf]

Ugh. More of this 'no one is allowed to say anything about Emma that's not positive'? It's annoying.

A bunch of us think she's being a hypocrite. Not because she did the line when she said she wouldn't, unless it was a good cause (which it is), but because she's been yapping about wanting to be a normal teenager and have a normal life and university experience.

YES. Students do charitable things.

NO. Most normal students do not design collections for companies.

NO. She does not wear Fair Trade clothing out in public when she's on and about fashion...all she does is promote and talk about high fashion designers.

YES. We all wear clothing that isn't exactly ethical and most of us don't have access to Fair Trade clothes.

BUT. She has the money and the resources to donate money to the cause and wear and promote the kind of clothes she is now 'supporting.'

And someone said they didn't see how this affected her university life or normal experience? If she wants to be know as 'Emma Watson the student from the UK' and not 'Emma Watson the girl that stars in the Harry Potter films' then she needs to not do things that will land her in the news or the public eye. Designing a collection of clothing puts her out there in the spotlight and in the news, which is just not your average 19 year old college student. If they're ever going to get past who she is and she's ever going to fit in and have a normal experience just like the rest of the kids, then she's going to have to stop doing things that most other normal kids in college don't do. Fact. If she wants them to treat her just like anyone else, she's going to have to stop appearing in the news (for things like designing collections, which she has control over, obviously the paparazzi is different). If they don't always see her face and name being thrown about for things like this, they will move on and she will have a semi-normal college experience.

BUT YES. It is an overall very admirable and good thing she is doing for a charitable cause. It's awesome and if she's going to do something like this at all, at least it's for a good cause. Regardless, she is still being hypocritical and anyone who so pleases is perfectly entitled to point that out. It doesn't take away from the good she's doing and everyone who has criticised her hypocrisy has acknowledged that this move she's made will do a lot of good.

[Jules.]

This picture.... holy photoshop, batman O.o


I don't know how you would've all survived without this crucial comment of mine

[siriuslynowwtf]

I would have died. You saved my soul.

I LOVE THOSE OLD BATMAN CARTOONS =D

[candycane123]

i think its so nice that shes doing this, i went on the people tree site, and the clothes are nice.

[Jules.]

Originally Posted by siriuslynowwtf

I would have died. You saved my soul.

I LOVE THOSE OLD BATMAN CARTOONS =D

Is me saving your soul considered charity? I bet you're environment friendly too xD

IKR I LOVE THEM TOO ^.^