Mascots in my life!

I hate the London 2012 logo and did not look forward to this event. However, their mascots hypnotised me with its massive eye! They make me look at this event from a different view. It has made up my love with London 2012. I enjoyed this event very much with the Closing Ceremony as its climax. With a story behind its design and inspiration for a legacy (and me too), I am happy to support and be part of the 30th Olympiad. Welcome to my life Wenlock and Mandeville and be on a lookout for me ;-)

I was sent my old order and given an uninformed out of stock refund! Mandeville key ring is low quality :-( Better wrong than nothing at all, right? True. Appealing for the correct order now. Will wait patiently if I can purchase more Wenlock and Sports Collection Coins! Will keep you posted ;-)

Special Edition Wenlock Figurine, front view (top) and side view (bottom) 

Finally, my second batch of Wenlocks, Mandeville and Sports Collection 50p Coins has arrived in class! I purchased these from a toy company because London 2012 Shop has closed. Surprisingly, they arrived by DHL carrier services. They (souvenirs) are a lucky lot! These complete my London 2012 collection, I think... I really miss London 2012... ToT

I guess from my obsession with these mascots, you know them by now. Classic Figurines, front view (top) and side view (bottom) respectively 

Fashiolympic 2 / Fashioville

With the start of Paralympics two days ago, the party and fun starts all over! Inspired by Mandeville, the Paralympics mascot, this is better than the first. With the addition of metallic silver, I want to raise the profile and add more glitter to this unfairly underrated event. Now, the Victory Ceremony Uniform is more significant. What do you think?

Fashiolympic - Victory Ceremony Uniform

With one (1) week to go to the London Paralympics 2012, this should have been the uniform. Inspired by the 'Union Jack', the blue theme is still maintained. However, the tone is lighter. Red and white are used to reflect energy and vibrancy. I would NOT insist this as the best design but definitely better than the official ones. There is still room for improvements. I gladly welcome them (^_^)

Goodbye Wenlock & Mandeville... ToT

 

I have to agree with Daily Mail that I hate the London 2012 Olympics logo. Fortunately, these mascots made up for much of my love of this Olympics. Now that we have come to the end, I will surely miss them. May Wenlock and Mandeville leave a legacy and inspiration for British sports and design! J

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[Accessed: 12 AUG 2012]

Pendleton peddling to...

This headgear is one of the best designs. It would be more outstanding if the Union Jack is more than half the helmet rather than just a small section on top. Nevertheless, it gave VICTORIA PENDLETON enough energy to peddle her way to a marvelous silver and TEAM GB Cyclists 'hyperformance'. No wonder London 2012 Olympics is called the 'Women's Games'. 

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[Accessed: 8 AUG 2012]

More ZARA 'Fashiolympics' for you ;-)

More photos of ZARA during cross country event. Details of her uniform are very clear here. Maybe High Kingdom can do with a little costuming? ;-)

Smart, elegant and confident are words to express her in this photo during the individual event. Unfortunately, she did not bag any medals. Good show though ;-) 

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WILL AND KATE ONLY HAVE EYES FOR EACH OTHER AS THEY WATCH ROYAL ZARA PHILLIPS COMPETE IN OLYMPIC HORSE RIDING (2012) [Online] Associated Newspapers Ltd. Available from: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2181406/London-2012-Olympics-Kate-Middleton-Prince-William-watch-Zara-Phillips-eventing.html?ITO=1490

[Accessed: 2 AUG 2012]

Sun Burst onto the floor... Boom!

This is by far the most vibrant and outstanding costume in London 2012! It is not only colour related but the rising sun-burst is creativity at its best. To the best of my knowledge, it is the ONLY national motif related costume in London 2012 Olympic Gymnastics. Here the Designer, Hiroko Koshino is flanked by gymnasts: From left, Kazuhito Tanaka, Kohei Uchimura (London 2012 Olympics Men’s Individual All-round Gold Medalist), Rie Tanaka (watch this pretty gal) and Yu Minobe. 

   

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[Accessed: 2 JUL 2012]

Golden girl JENNIS :-)

This dark coloured shorts may be for function. If not, the design previously was much better. Designs aside, "a big congratulations J to our record breaking heptathlon athlete, JESSICA ENNIS!" 

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COVER PHOTO OF THE DAY (04/08) (2012) [Online] Facebook. Available from: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151017336237600.433129.8833217599&type=1

[Accessed: 5 AUG 2012]

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[Accessed: 8 AUG 2012]

Run...jump... to World Record! ‘Wowmen’ power!

As British women athletes are working hard in records and medals, we are also posting more in recognising them. Hooray for them :-O 

Running and jumping in the 100m hurdles to a women’s heptathlon world record is mighty. This further proves that a mix of beauty and power does exist in JESSICA ENNIS J! Now, when we mention heptathlon, we picture JESSICA ENNIS, go...go...go...JENNIS!

Sheer delight J after breaking the 100m hurdles to a women’s heptathlon world record (top) Happily high jumping (bottom) 

Her women athletic uniform is colouful and vibrant. It is much better than cyclists'. The design can be better by incorporating Team GB's 'Pride the Lion' mascot or logo. Then, not only will the colour but motif is instantly recognised as Team GB (Great Britain) athletes! 

Beauty and elegance is well represented here. The colour scheme can be better ;-)

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[Accessed: 4 AUG 2012]

CATCH HER IF YOU CAN (2012) [Online] Condé Nast Digital. Available from: http://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/entertainment/articles/2012-08/02/jessica-ennis-olympics-2012-heptathlon-interview-pictures/viewgallery/0

[Accessed: 4 AUG 2012]

We are really in HIGH KINGDOM!

I like ZARA's horse inspection costume! So much of colour and feminine. It can still be improved. How attractive if most of our costumes are similar to this? ;-)

Wow! Is ZARA riding fast on High Kingdom or what in cross-country? I am still impressed by her effort and performance. Her costume seems a little bulky. I understand it is due to the riders' protective gear. It should be made more user-friendly. There should be more red and blue of the Union Jack for that energy boost.

She faired very well in the Individual and Team Events. She helped bag Silver for the latter. The show jumping round blazer is too black and conservative. It also absorbs too much energy (-_-)...zzz... Luckily the red top lapels and pocket seams help brighten her. A small change such as a Union Jack helmet may brighten things up and release her potential for gold! 

ZARA calming High Kingdom during the dressage stage...

...and here we go!

 I like the matching top hat and horse's cap ;-)

Acknowledging her fans in style.

With a first medal, an Olympic silver, for the royals in a Diamond Jubilee year, who says the royals are bad? It is time to apply fashion in sports for that royalty boost ;-)

   

ZARA doing her lap of honour for her fans ;-)

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ZARA PHILLIPS STRUGGLES TO CONTROL HIGH KINGDOM AT THE EQUESTRIAN-HORSE INSPECTION JUST DAYS BEFORE SHE IS DUE TO COMPETE (2012) [Online] Associated Newspapers Ltd. Available from: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2179901/Zara-Phillips-struggles-control-High-Kingdom-equestrian-horse-inspection-just-days-compete.html

[Accessed: 2 AUG 2012]

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[Accessed: 2 AUG 2012]

Here we go... :-O

Congratulations LIZZIE ARMITSTEAD for paving way to a list of medals for our country!

Little can be done for the bike. The costume can be much more colourful and vibrant like Union Jack. Here, navy blue seems to be more than half the costume. Science has proven myth that dark colour absorbs the most energy. That includes light and heat. Despite this, LIZZIE still manages to bag the silver medal J Maybe a more vibrant costume may subconsciously boost her to gold! Anyway, well done again LIZZIE!

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'Fashiolypmically' JENNIS!

Letting her hair down, you will ask, ''Is this JESSICA ENNIS, our world champion, multi-athletic queen?" Feminism and pride is reflected in this glitter cocktail dress. Perfect for our crown jewel athlete. Behind this beauty is physical power waiting to be unleashed. 

Formality, vibrancy and sexy is the message behind this style. Are you ready for her in London Olympics 2012? She is!

Go, go, go, Team GB 2012! 

I will be joining our athletes as we fight for our goals! 

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[Accessed: 26 JUL 2012]

GBP1MILLION OLYMPIC GOLDEN GIRL: JESSICA ENNIS IS THE FIRST FEMALE ATHLETE TO EARN HUGE SUMS FROM LUCRATIVE SPONSORSHIP DEALS (2012) [Online] Associated Newspapers Ltd. Available from: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2176663/Jessica-Ennis-set-earn-1million-lucrative-sponsorship-deals.html

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