Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen: Dynamic Duo

Normally I write about specific trends that occur in the fashion world and on the streets. But this time, I am awing over two of my absolute favorite people. Anyone who knows me personally would have guessed who the "people" are, not by the title, but by speaking to me on a day-to-day basis.
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have been seen as legendary fashion icons to millions of people worldwide. The actresses-turned-designers have been recognized by big time magazines, such as People and Elle. Mary-Kate seems to get more recognition for this fashion icon "title." She makes "skinny girls in baggy people look cool," according to People magazine in 2005, when Mary-Kate was only 18. Now that the twins are 24, they have a lot more knowledge and interesting outfits under their belt. They have grown to become true names in the fashion industry, and are now the designers for three different lines; Elizabeth and James, The Row, and Olsenboye. For more information on these lines, check out my previous update about MK&A from October.
Although they both are known for layering and oversized outfits, it isn't ever overdone. They aren't afraid to ever push the boundaries of what styles are acceptable to society. The twins do their own thing when it comes to fashion, and that's what makes them stand out and become icons. Here are some pictures of their different styles:

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen will always be an inspiration to me in many ways, especially as I move with my studies into the fashion industry myself. I will forever be fond of the dynamic duo.

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Olsen Sisters are Busier than Ever.

the Olsen's at their "the Row" show- Feb. 2010

“Full House”, “It Takes Two”, “Two of a Kind”, and “New York Minute” are only some of the works of the famous celebrity sisters, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. The sisters have moved on from being on the big screen and on television sets to being involved in a completely different industry- the fashion industry. Although the girls have always been interested in fashion, they are finally pursuing that dream. They created the label “The Row” and fashion line “Elizabeth and James.”

                  February 16^th, 2010 was the first time the Olsen’s stepped out on the runway following their “the Row” Fall 2010 collection at New York Fashion Week. The sisters told popsugar.com that they wanted “something low-key and straight to the point” as their inspiration and theme for their designs. They did just that! The collection was filled with black and white garments that were very simple and comfortable. They had only 19 simple looks and only few photographers in attendance for their show. They have been working on their collections ever since in their New York City showroom, and have made their garments available online at TheRow.com.

                  “Elizabeth and James” is a fashion line created by the 24-year-old twins, which is actually said to be named after their siblings. According to sawfnews.com, the concept for their designs was a boy-girl relationship and to tell a story through the clothing. The collection is found at Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, and more. The twins even set up a “pop up shop” during New York City’s Fashion’s Night Out on September 10^th, 2010 in the West Village. The shop was filled with a 1920’s “traveling circus” theme, which was ongoing from the inspiration for the E&J Fall 2010 collection.

                  Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have always been an inspiration of mine since I was a little young girl.  It’s great that they are continuing their success in the fashion industry, since I am a fashion student myself. It just gives me one more way to look up to these phenomenal ladies. From 1-year-old actresses to 24-year-old designers, keep up the good work, Olsens!

MK & A at their "Elizabeth and James" pop up shop during FNO 2010

http://www.popsugar.com/New-Details-Mary-Kate-Ashley-Olsens-Elizabeth-James-Pop-Up-Shop-10706093

http://www.sawfnews.com/Gossip/38047.aspx

http://www.popsugar.com/Photos-Ashley-Olsen-Mary-Kate-Olsen-Fashion-Show-Row-During-2010-Fall-New-York-Fashion-Week-7442884