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Victory Tour Highlights - District 9! Katniss and Peeta Visit Panem's Breadbasket

May 29, 2013, 9:07 am
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The Victory Tour has finally reached District 9! 

Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark disembarked their luxury train just after midday into Panem’s golden grain district. 
Peeta & Katniss greet their adoring fans in District 9
The weather held up well as they took a stroll through District 9s rolling fields, full to bursting with harvest-ready wheat, rye, barley, and corn. Mayoress Baxter loaned Miss Everdeen a delicate ochre parasol to protect her from the afternoon’s harsh sun as she perused the crops arm-in-arm with her co-victor. Mr Mellark, a baker’s son, had much to ask about the District’s exports, and the conversation between him and the mill’s foreman was particularly animated. 
The young lovers stole a kiss under the parasol
While the tour of the mills and fields was happening, the Justice Building was being decked out for a hearty feast on behalf of the Victors’ visit. When they reappeared, Katniss and Peeta were dressed to the nines (pun intended!) for the banquet. 
District 9 - ready for the Victory Banquet
Every District 9 citizen was represented at the feast, either in person or by providing a dish to be served on the long benches set up in the city square. The children of the Community Home produced a selection of little cakes for the heroes to enjoy, which the young couple graciously accepted. 
The proud children of the District 9 Community Home
Before the feast commenced, Peeta made a speech thanking the District for their support during the Victory Tour and the 74th Annual Hunger Games, while Katniss, clearly nervous about public speaking, read her acknowledgements from her cue card.
The atmosphere was jovial until it came to the moment District 9 chose to remember their fallen tributes from the 74th Hunger Games, both sadly taken during the initial bloodbath. The parents of the unlucky couple were given a private table closer to their homes, a respectful distance from the celebrations. 
A long journey to their next destination awaited the young travellers, so they said their goodbyes before the feast was finished and were led back to their train followed by reverential applause.
 
Cinna and Portia will no doubt have their work cut out for them as the pair next head to Panem’s textiles capital, District 8.   
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Capitol Couture Spring Issue: Chroma Nouveau

May 30, 2013, 11:35 am
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The colors of Spring herald a time in the Capitol when fashion blooms anew.  Join us as we reveal a victorious celebration of Capitol life and culture- we present to you Chroma Nouveau.    

There's SO much to see in Capitol Couture's Spring Issue: Chroma Nouveau! Check out a spotlight on District 12 stylist, Effie Trinket, a guide to Wink-Worthy lashes, a closer look at superstar Capitol designers, Victory Tour District Looks, a Red Carpet challenge for you and SO much more!

 Go 'Behind The Dress" with stylist Trish Summerville

Explore everything at CapitolCouture.PN

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Capitol Challenge: Show The Capitol Your Red Carpet Look

May 30, 2013, 1:10 pm
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Styling oneself for a red carpet at a Capitol Elite event is one of the most stressful, yet sought after opportunities.  Say you get a coveted invite to the biggest event of the year — President Snow’s Victory Tour Culmination Party — what would your red carpet look entail?

Show & tell by tagging your look #CapitolRedCarpet, or send it to Capitol Couture directly (tweet it to @TheCapitolPN) Who knows, maybe we’ll see you there…

 

We can't wait to see your #CapitolRedCarpet looks!

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Get Effie's Wink-Worthy Lashes

May 31, 2013, 11:37 am
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Want Effie's Wink-Worthy lashes from the Spring Issue of Capitol Couture, Chroma Nouveau? We found them at Beauty Bay! In addition to Effie's Bird Lashes, they have loads of #OhSoCapitol styles like President Snow's favorite, The Rose.



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Victory Tour Highlights - District 8! The Victors Visit Our Textile Hub

June 3, 2013, 12:15 pm
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The latest stop on Victory Tour 74 promises to ‘Make The Material Of Your Lives.' Hitch up your britches, it’s time for District 8.
The entire nation had been wondering what finery would bedeck the Victors on their visit to the Textiles District. (Who could forget the skin-tight, diamond-crusted, nude bodysuit that Cashmere wore on her D8 Victory Tour stop?)
Sadly, as their stylists led them out, it was obvious that Katniss and Peeta had opted for a more reserved look. District 12 stylist Cinna revealed that Katniss’s simple tunic was matched to her eye colour using District 8’s latest pigment matching technology. Portia added that Peeta’s jacket was made from a prototype of a new breathable silk made especially to avoid those awkward sweat patches.
The citizens of this assiduous District were chomping at the bit to see their beloved heroes! Additional Peacekeepers were called in, parting the crowd to allow the car bearing Katniss and Peeta through the streets.
District 8 is one of the most densely populated Districts, and yet has an unparalleled camaraderie amongst its people who enjoy the cozy proximity of their rows of houses, in a wholesome sense of community. Most citizens of D8 work in one or more of the factories that produce Panem’s fabrics and textiles, making it also one of the most industrious areas in the country.
Industrial beauty and festively colored streams - uniquely District 8
Katniss and Peeta were informed that every colour of the spectrum runs through the veins of the District 8 textile workers as evidenced by the highlight of the tour: the District’s orange coloured streams.
On the Victors’ return to the Justice Building, the crowd had massed once more and was positively throbbing with excitement. Several citizens had to be removed from the crowd by Peacekeepers as they fainted from the sheer elation of the moment. Every time the Peacekeepers tried to keep the fervent crowd back they surged forward again, eager to be near the conquering couple.
Mellark and Everdeen seemed stunned by this display of admiration, and Everdeen shyly peered out at the cheering crowd from under Mellark’s protective arm. As they gave their speeches, their voices were barely audible over the constant roar.
Head Peacekeeper, Aurelius Alba, was overheard suggesting that perhaps the people of District 8 were particularly enthusiastic about meeting the pair after hearing that Mellark had bequeathed a portion of his Victor’s prize to District 11.
We can only hope that the momentum continues to build as Katniss and Peeta progress next to District 7.

 

 

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Capitol Couture Victory Tour District Looks: District 7

June 7, 2013, 8:42 am
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Celebrate Katniss and Peeta's Victory Tour visit to District 7 in Capitol-sanctioned sartorial splendor! 

Direct from Capitol Couture - the latest in lumber-chic from District 7:

Is that mahogany we see?? The plates on this smooth jacket, comprised of the finest-grain wood from the forests of Panem, could only have been crafted by the small, nimble hands of a District 7 craftsperson. Ferocious victor Johanna Mason would certainly smolder beside a Capitol consort adorned in this wooden masterpiece.

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Victory Tour Highlights - District 7! Fans Come Out of the Woodwork to See Their Heroes

June 7, 2013, 8:53 am
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Victors of the 74th Hunger Games, Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark, arrived in District 7 today to much fanfare.

 They were warmly and reverently greeted by the children of District 7, who were treated to the morning out of school to meet their heroes.

The children of District 7 were delighted to greet the Victors. Photo by Kate Osborne

Mayor Lindberg’s daughter Madeline and one of her classmates presented Miss Everdeen with a bouquet of pinecones foraged by the children of the Lumber District.

Madeline Lindberg presents bouquets to Ms. Everdeen. Photo by Dave Richards Photography

Representatives of the Western Carpentry College presented Mr Mellark with a perfectly carved two-inch replica of his Victor’s crown.


Katniss and Peeta were then given a tour of the lumberyard itself. District 12’s second male victor showed great interest in the storage room where thousands of samples of different timber specimens are kept before they are shipped to the export train.

Even Victors must wear a hardhat in the storage room! Photo credit: Danzer.com

Mr Mellark cracked a joke with the foreman about a wobbly leg on his dining table at home and was promised a replacement though, of course, this will need to be put to the Distribution Department first.


After a fine meal with Mayor Lindberg and his family, the Victors were introduced, at a drinks reception, to the District’s previous Victors and current mentors.

Haymitch Abernathy, winner of the second Quarter Quell and mentor of this year’s winners, was keen to see his mentoring friends, and rushed past the Capitol press without a word.

Haymitch Abernathy makes his way in to the soiree


District 7’s male Victors arrived together, looking every bit the dashing boy-band in their charming suits, despite their aging years. Blight told us that he was looking forward to meeting the two young Victors and, of course, Abernathy who won the year before him.

District 7’s only female mentor, Johanna Mason, also expressed a strong desire to get to the reception but refused to stop for ‘official’ comment.
Former D7 Victor Johanna Mason outside the recption

After the reception, Everdeen and Mellark took to the stage to greet the District’s citizens and deliver their speeches, in their mission to thank Panem for their support.


Their train was scheduled to leave soon after, so, following a burst of polite applause, the Victors retired to continue their tour across Panem.


Katniss and Peeta are expected next in District 6.

 

 


 

 

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Victory Tour District Looks - District 6

June 14, 2013, 10:23 am
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The Victory Tour has reached District 6. From Capitol Couture comes a brand new Victory Tour District look, inspired by our Transportation hub

“At the next stop on our Tour, District 6 reminds us to get on board and always accessorize.  Headdresses and hats are in, in, in this season- so buckle up and transport yourself to style nirvana with this heavenly helmet inspired by the only District that knows how to get you there.”

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June 16, 2013, 10:41 am
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Victory Tour Highlights - Katniss & Peeta Stay on Track In District 6

June 16, 2013, 8:38 pm
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Katniss and Peeta are in Panem's Transport provider, District 6.

 

The bespoke Victory Train returned home today for the first time since its production. Fans of Panem’s famous locomotives are well aware that the Victory Train needed a revamp this year to incorporate an additional bedroom and living space for this year’s extra Victor. Lucky District 6 workers were able to bring designer Stephano Trevithick’s blueprints to life in only a matter of weeks.

President Snow, as we know, is a dedicated ‘Trainspotter’ so the foreman of the yard reverently announced the name of every engine for the cameras as though he was revealing the attendance list of a prestigious Capitol party. He advised Everdeen and Mellark, if they were engaged in conversation with the President, to mention ‘Georgie May’, the engine that took him on his Inauguration Tour. Rumour has it that Snow dropped by a few weeks ago, before the Victory Tour, just to say hello to ‘old Georgie May’.

Katniss tours the state of the art auto factory. Katniss photos by Marco Manna

Straight from the train yard, Katniss and Peeta were whisked away to the automobile plant where they observed the production line in full motion. Katniss had many questions about the mechanics of the vehicles but, unfortunately, was denied a request to drive one.

The cable cars that run through the streets of District 6 were of particular interest to the young couple. Peeta leaned out of the car to wave to the citizens lining the street, while Katniss held on to his arm tightly to keep her beloved inside and safe and sound.

While the nation watched the Victors dance together at the lavish reception on their televisions, a few fortunate District 6 citizens were chosen by lottery to attend the event in person. Escort Effie Trinket was overheard giving tips on how to have ‘fashionable bangs’ to a working mother of six.

After the usual meal and speeches, Katniss and Peeta canoodled in a corner, desperate to be alone. Unfortunately, it was time for them to move on, back to their faithful District 6-born train and they were soon District 5 bound.

 

 Jennifer Lawrence photo credit: Marco Manna


 

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Capitol Couture - Fabulous Wig Alert!

June 18, 2013, 5:14 pm
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That structure!  That styling!  Picking a coif to match your chosen skin tint is chic and elegant- a real Capitol fashion statement. The latest from Capitol Couture - it's Oh So Capitol! 

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Coming Soon From Capitol Couture - Cinna Style

June 18, 2013, 5:18 pm
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Coming Wednesday, June 19: Cinna Style! Stay tuned. 

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Capitol Couture Profile - Cinna

June 20, 2013, 10:36 am
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Spotlight on Cinna: The man who set the Girl On Fire! 

For Cinna, fashion isn’t simply a career.  It’s a calling.  “I always channel my emotions into my work,” he says.

When it was announced that he would be styling the tributes of District 12 in the 74th Hunger Games, many Capitol observers were confused; just who was this mysterious stylist taking over District 12 duties?

Yet for Cinna it was a chance to prove himself, and this unique opportunity has paid off in spades.  After the unprecedented dual victory of Katniss and Peeta, he has become the Capitol’s most sought after designer, his iconic “girl on fire” dress quickly making him a household name.  In fact, many of the Capitol’s fashion elite wouldn’t be caught dead wearing anyone else these days.

And what surprising inspiration does Cinna credit for that fiery creation?  The coal mines of Katniss’s District 12: “What do we do with coal?” he asks.  “We burn it.”

As the entire Capitol, and the more fashionable District citizenry, awaits his next move with bated breath, the fashion phenom is playing things close to his fabulously dressed chest. When asked what’s in store for the newly-minted style guru, Cinna’s been known to simply shrug and smile coyly – silently reassuring us that whatever it is will leave us awestruck. Until then, keep twirling…

Get more Capitol Couture profiles at CapitolCouture.PN

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Victory Tour District Looks - District 5

June 20, 2013, 5:04 pm
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The Victory Tour has reached District 5. From Capitol Couture comes a brand new Victory Tour District look inspired by D5, our electrifying power core.
Imbued with energetic expression down to its very core, this structured overcoat evokes the power cells of District 5.  Arrive at your Capitol Victory Tour Celebration in style and create a buzz in this truly photovoltaic piece.
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Victory Tour Highlights - District 5 Katniss & Peeta Light Up Our Power Source

June 25, 2013, 8:31 am
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What the frack?! Katniss and Peeta have arrived at the home of Panem’s power, District 5.

District 5’s welcome for the Victors today seemed to be the most muted of the Victory Tour so far, but only because they could spare just half an hour to greet the arriving heroes. If the people of our powerful fifth district took too much time off, there’d be rolling blackouts in the Capitol and those eyelashes just wouldn’t look right if the curlers weren’t heated would they?

On the way to the district’s largest wind farm, Mayor Clarke gave Katniss and Peeta a crash course in Hydraulic Fracturing, a method of releasing natural gas and petroleum by breaking through rocks. The Mayor himself is credited with creating a machine, similar to that of the ‘fracking’ equipment, which increases the yield of drinking water from wells using the same technology, a design now used all over Panem. Lets remember that District 3 are not the only innovators in our modern society.

 Katniss and Peeta are "blown away" by District 5's largest wind farm

Peeta was overheard commenting on the peacefulness of the wind farm, admitting to being afraid he would be blown away!

 Katniss and Peeta are treated to a look at Panem's power grid.

Under cover of the Control Centre, the young couple were shown the blinking lights of the nation’s power on the enormous grid. Katniss excitedly pointed out District 12 on the map, and Peeta asked whether the lights aglow on that section might be the electric fence that protects the district from the wilds beyond. They were told that they probably were but the wind farm was not the only provider for the area.

The two were then whisked away like lightning to take a tour of the goliath hydroelectric power station. Almost a quarter of the size of the Capitol, the grounds of the station stands on the Cresta Dam, renamed after the victory of Annie Cresta following a broken dam in the 70th Annual Hunger Games.

 The magnificent Cresta Dam

The Power Station Operator explained to the visitors how, during the Hunger Games broadcast, he remains in constant contact with the Gamemakers for scheduling purposes. He has to ensure that the grid has enough power in storage for the inevitable surge at the beginning of the day’s highlights, when everybody switches on their televisions to catch up with their favourite Tributes.

By the time Katniss and Peeta returned to the Justice Building, the night shift had taken over, so the day shift workers were gathered to greet them. The stage glowed with twinkle lights, powered by the stations they had just visited, as Mellark and Everdeen delivered their speeches once more in the ethereal radiance.

It is only a short ride to District 4 so the Victory Train is expected to arrive at sunrise in Panem’s fishing district.

 

 

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Your Couture Contest From The Hunger Games Adventures

June 25, 2013, 2:19 pm
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Are you the next Cinna? Then your designs could be featured in The Hunger Games Adventures Game. Enter by submitting photos you've taken or discovered, drawings, homemade designs, or anything else your fashion-forward imagination can conjure up! Simply tag your entries with #YourCouture on Instagram or Twitter – or visit http://bit.ly/THGA-Couture

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Fashion Friday - Two New Looks From Capitol Couture

June 28, 2013, 8:59 am
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It's Fashion Friday and Capitol Couture brings us two looks, either one sure to be a hit at any fabulous soiree you attend this weekend!

First up, a look from Stafano-Moro. Color at its finest!  Choosing a kaleidoscopic ensemble radiates your natural confidence.  A little birdie told us feathers are the upcoming “it” factor this summer- rock that plumage with Capitol pride.

In honor of the Victory Tour stop in District 4 comes something I'm sure we'd all LOVE to see on our dashing victor, Finnick Odair! Less is more for this minimalist top; dive deep into summer style with this netted pullover and expose yourself to that perfect Capitol sun.

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Capitol Couture - Latest Looks Straight From The Capitol

July 1, 2013, 9:35 pm
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Capitol Couture is busier than ever! Bringing us two MORE divine looks - hot off Capitol runways!
Versatile fashion is always in style, especially when gleaming!  Create varied looks with adjustable jewelry, but remember—wait at least a year before a repeat performance.
Create striking silhouettes with a figure-hugging bodice. This riveted piece of contoured couture is sure to safeguard your fashion future.
Don't miss a thing! Be sure to follow CapitolCouture.PN for your Capitol fashion fix.
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Tress To Impress - A Capitol Couture Guide To Wigs

July 5, 2013, 7:06 am
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Inspired by Effie Trinket’s endless supply of perfect coiffures, Capitol Couture presents a guide to choosing the right wig. Forget those drab locks you were born with and get fab with these simple steps!

1. Face Shapes (Fig. 1)

a. Oval — The most common face shape. Common is boring. Look for elaborate wigs that can distract from this lackluster ordinariness.

b. Square — An unfortunately masculine shape requires a wig that will break up those harsh lines.  You want people to know you’re a woman, don’t you? Unless, of course, you are a man.

c. Round — You may want to consider facial modification to correct this deformity. (See our upcoming issue for a list of Capitol Couture-recommended enhancement surgeons.)

d. Long — Saddle this equine face shape with volume and width to give yourself a more curved, feminine appearance. (However, if equestrian fashion is back in style, procure a mane-like wig and flaunt that elongated visage!)

e. Heart — Disguise a cumbersome forehead by hiding it altogether. With a curtain of heavy bangs, no one will ever know.

f. Triangle — A pointed chin of such misshape can make people uncomfortable, especially around food.  Consider facial modification to correct this.

 

2. Fibers (Fig. 2)

Remember: If it wasn’t grown on someone’s head, you don’t want it on yours.  Locks farmed from District 7 tend to be the most lustrous of all, so look for the Capitol seal of authenticity.


3. Hairline

It’s always best to leave important matters like wig sizing to the professionals. Visit a registered hairline specialist to ensure the perfect fit!


4. Styling

An elaborate hairstyle can draw eyes away from repulsive face shapes and other uncorrected abnormalities.  Intricate forms can turn an unmemorable head into something worthy of being seen.  Think of your face as a pedestal, your wig a sculpted work of art.


5. Care

Like any precious object, your wig must be cared for with diligence and respect.  Using cheap styling and cleansing products can be disastrous to your wig’s lifespan.  Treat your wig like a living thing, only better!  (Note: True Capitol fashionistas will only wear a wig once.) 

Make sure to visit Capitol Couture for all things #OhSoCapitol! 

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Celebrate Your Victors!

July 16, 2013, 11:00 am
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Citizens of Panem: Every quarter century, The Capitol honors the anniversary of its victory over the Districts with a special edition of the Games, The Quarter Quell.

For the Third Quarter Quell this year– and for the first time in history—your favorite victors will return as tributes. As usual, all residents are required by Capitol law to watch the Games. Insubordination will not be tolerated.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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