model life: the dolita paris stories

model life: the dolita paris stories
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1.0 - about dolita paris
“If you are a free-spirited woman and love yourself, you are my muse.”
- from an interview in Clutch July 6, 2009
Graceful, sensual, and seductive, each piece of the DOLITA collection carries its own rhythm and
melody of color and texture from the soul of a compassionate Parisian bohemian princess reborn as
an urban artist in New York. Crafted from exquisite hand-selected, wrinkle-free Lycra, DOLITA reveals
the beautiful soul and possibility in every woman.
Born in Normandy, Dolita Paris grew up in a middle class family in Paris. She developed an intense
passion for design at a very young age and started making her own clothes. As a result, she became
the haute couture designer for Jacques Esterel at the age of sixteen, when she was discovered on the
streets of Paris wearing clothes she had designed for herself. After 13 months with Jacques Esterel, she
designed a lingerie and swimwear line for a fine lingerie designer and a commercial label. The success
of this line gave her the confidence to create DOLITA Paris, her own line that seduced the Parisian
fashion world in just a few years.
In less than a month after starting her line, Dolita was Featured in Vogue, Glamour, ELLE, Cosmopolitan,
and on television. Her handcrafted creations were quickly snatched up by boutiques that include Maria
Luisa, Ais, Detaille, Les Galleries Lafayette and in cities all over France. Driven by passion and creativity,
she had sewn over 6,000 dresses herself, and quickly expanded sales into the United Kingdom, the
United States, Singapore, Israel, Japan, Spain and Dubai. All of this stopped in 1997, when she was
forced to take a long hiatus from her work for personal reasons.
In 2008, Dolita moved to New York, motivated by a quest to mirror the success and accolades she
had received back home in Europe. Without any financial backing or resources to spend on advertising,
Dolita organized her own fashion show on the streets of Bryant Park in New York City during Fashion
Week to announce her presence. She, alone, cut and sewed 52 dresses in three days and hired 25
models to don her white dresses for the event. One of these dresses caught the attention of Beyonce
who requested to wear it for a shoot, which appeared in Los Angeles Confidential magazine and also
for a shoot for Ebony magazine.
Celebrities who wear DOLITA include:
Isabelle Adjani, Mylene Farmer, Patricia kass, Vanessa Paradis, Madona, Janet Jackson, Tina Turner, Waris
Diries, Tori Amos, Kate Bush, Halle Berry, Lauryn Hill, Laura G. Eastwood, Toni Braxton, Linda Evangelista,
Helena Cristensen, Claudia Schiffer, Sade, Nina Hagen, Beyonce, Miss Universe, Miss USA, Miss Teen USA
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2.0 - about Model Life: The Dolita Paris Stories
We see a beautiful woman and we think she’s either got it all or has everything handed to her. Model
Life: The Dolita Paris Stories debunks this myth by revealing the real women behind the beautiful faces
that wear the DOLITA brand. The docu-series starts out by introducing Dolita and her inspirational
journey as a fashion designer. Viewers get a glimpse into the sometimes non-glamorous reality of what
it takes to make it in the world of high-fashion through the perspective of a hardworking, dedicated,
passionate designer who is poised to become a big name in the industry. Dolita’s inspirational story
and struggle serves as a backdrop to reveal the stories of each of Dolita’s models. As Dolita brings
viewers along on her journey in the world of high-fashion, viewers get to know the story of a different
DOLITA model each episode. By gaining unfiltered access into the real life, every day challenges and
triumphs of these beautiful women, viewers get to see what life as a high-fashion model is like in and
out of the limelight.
Some examples of stories we’ll explore include:
The mother of a young promising model, who’s concerned about the exploitation of beauty for money
in the fashion world
An ambitious young model who postponed college to devote 100 percent of her time to modeling
An unconventionally beautiful supermodel who’s motivated to develop the self-esteem of young
aspiring models
A twelve year-old vivacious singing sensation who’s destined to become the next Disney star
A recent Architect graduate who was discovered in a video shoot
The common bond that these women with such diverse lives have is the DOLITA brand, which reveals
the beautiful soul and possibility in every woman. So ultimately, the docu-series serves not only to debunk
the myths predominant in the fashion world, but also to communicate the soul of the DOLITA brand.
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2.1 - about Model Life: The Dolita Paris stories
Dolita’s Models
Below is a list of models, who may be featured on the show with brief descriptions of their background
and personalities:
Stacey McKenzie is Jamaican born supermodel who got her first start as a runway model in Paris with
Dolita in 1996. Currently she resides back in forth between Canada and the US working as an actress,
TV show host in Canada, motivational speaker, and scout looking to discover the next supermodel.
Shannone is an African-American model with Senegal family roots. Born in the State of Tennessee,
she has been blessed with the gift of music learning to play the violin, piano, and later the bass guitar
to develop her skills as a true musician. With modeling has her new found passion and Dolita as her
inspiration the future definitely looks bright.
Topacio is a Dominican model who represents Ford Agency and the wild & free spirit of DOLITA.
Dolita likes to refer to her as the chic-gypsy.
Erica aka Baby Doll is a 16 year old Caucasian model who is currently a Junior in High School. Her
passion for modeling started at the age of 7 and has been supported by her mother Peggy even to the
point of allowing Erica to take online classes at home and pursue her dream.
Angelika is a 17 year old Caucasian model who inspired Dolita’s concept for the “Beyonce” dress. It
was originally named after Angelika, but soon became Beyonce’s signature dress for the LA Confidential
Magazine shoot. She’s also the daughter of Monica, a mother who’s very cautious about the industry
and wants her daughter to learn the truth about the “false” rewards of modeling.
Justine is a 18 year old African-American model who’s extremely passionate about modeling. She decided
to postpone attending college to devote 100% of her time and energy to studying the business and going
on 3-4 casting per day. Dolita sees her as the next DOLITA Paris Star, but....
Coco is a Chinese model with talent that spans several disciplines such as acting, singing opera, and
pursuing a Master’s degree in piano. She is curently the lead actress in an award-winning short film
called The Piano.
Amanda is a Southern Bell orginially from the Georgia. A Dolita model who’s Caucasian, stands 5’11”,
and wears a size 4. Imagine being told you have to lose 20Ibs or gain 40Ibs to make is as a model?
It’s her reality and personal struggles with the industry.
Meredith is an Italian-American model and actress with a postive attitude, upbeat personality, and
bright red hair to match. She understands the lessons of perseverance, dedication, and “no” means
“yes”. A Dolita muse determined to see her dreams become a reality.
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Tiffany is a sexy, African-American model currently living in Philadelphia. She’s one of several beautiful
nieces that make of the next generation of Sister Sledge family legacy.
Kaha is a 24 year old African model with a graceful appeal and exotic beauty.
Kera is an African-American architect who was discovered on a video shoot in March 2008 with Shannone.
A real DOLITA personality type with the beauty, charisma and creative talent who’s currently working on
an Architecture book.
Camille is an African-American, former runway model, singer, and daughter of Debbie Sledge from the
70’s group Sister Sledge. Recently cast as a co-host of the Behind The Chinese 9: Han Couture Fashion
episode wearing a DOLTIA signature dress.
Stephanie is the youngest face and talent of Dolita’s first tween fashion line called DOLITA by Stephanie.
Between signing autographs, singing National Anthems at ball games, and performing LIVE on stage,
Stephanie is destined to be the first Latina Disney music star in the making.
Yu Lee is a professional opera singer with a voice that defines her traditional Chinese culture. A master
pianoist and an equally gifted cello and saxophone player makes her the perfect role model to represent
the Dolita brand.
Kristen, Brandi, LaTreava, and Dammara are the sexy, soulful, talented R&B group known as Spiked
Heels. The first all girls group that will represent the DOLTA Paris brand on and off stage.
Nidia is a 24 year old Puerto Rican model and single mom of a 2 year old daughter. Her sex appeal
and passion for modeling, dancing, and becoming America’s Next Top Latino Model is constantly being
challenged by family, friends, and life’s temptations.
Whitney is an African-American model and founder of Onion Fashion, an elegant line of dresses
designed for women with curves. A recent Cancer survivor who lived abroad in Taiwan for 4 years
working as a Mandarin/English translator to Taiwanese businesses.
Ludivine is a French singer with lots of energy and style. A beautiful Bad Boy talent with a voice
that cries DOLITA!
Donna is an African-American model, singer, actress, and dancer with the beauty and spirit of a
DOLITA woman.
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2.2 - About Model Life: The Dolita Paris Stories
production schedule
Model Life: The Dolita Paris Stories Shoot Dates:
1. Dolita Fashion Show at Bruno Jamais (1 day shoot)
• Bruno Jamais, 24 East 81st Street (bet. 5th Ave. & Madison) Friday, Sept. 4th, 2009 at 9:45PM
2. 2009 Global Han Couture Design Competition (2 day event)
• Han Couture introduction to DOLITA Paris Fashion: September 10th & 11th, 2009 The Prince George Ballroom, 15 East 27th Street, NY, NY
3. Boutique DOLITA Fashion Show (3 day shoot)
• Boutique DOLITA Casting Fashion week @ The Roger Smith Hotel
Fashion Show @ EMPIRE HOTEL, 44 West 63rd Street, Sept. 17th, 2009, Show Time: 8:30PM
4. Couture Fashion Week Fashion Show (1 day shoot)
• Behind The Chinese 9: A Collectoin of Han Couture Designers
Waldorf Astoria Hotel, 301 Park Avenue, NY, NY 10022
5. Model Life: The Dolita Paris Stories Introduction at Bruno Jamais (1 shoot day)
• Bruno Jamais, 24 East 81st Street (bet. 5th Ave. & Madison), October 28th, 2009 at 7PM
6. Model Life Promotional Reel Interviews (4 day shoot)
• Dolita Paris, Cynthia Saldana, Ludivine, Meredith, Topacio, Stephanie, & Shannone:
(Nov 16 - 24th, 2009)
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2.3 - about Model Life: The Dolita Paris Stories
production logistics
Company:
DOLITA Paris Models
419 Lafayette Street, 2nd floor
New York, NY 10003
Contact: PaintBox Labs
PaintBox Laboratories
419 Lafayette Street, 2nd Fl., New York, NY 10003
212.360.0399 (B) 917.273.7734 (Mobile)
www.paintboxlabs.com
Contact: Chris Surrey
DPF Team:
(1). Dolita Paris - Founder, Fashion Designer
(2). Chris Surrey - Business Development, Marketing, & Strategic Partnership Consultant
(3). Celine Geiser - Assitant
(4). Mark Anthony - Assistant
(5). Clemence - Assistant
(6). Kithe Brewster - Celebrity Fashion Stylist
(7). Stacey McKenzie or Waris Dirie - Model Consultant/Scout
(8). Bruno Jamais - Restaurant Owner
PBL Team:
(1). Andy Ly - Director of Insight Lab (www.paintboxlabs.com)
(2). Kathy Sledge - Director of Entertainment Lab at PaintBox Labs (www.kathysledge.com)
(3). Chi-Chi Mickens - Fashion Designer (www.sofistafunk.com/home/)
(4). Mallie Mickens - Interactive Creative Director (www.pixod.com)
(5). Edward J. Harris Jr. - Director (www.adheremedia.net)
(6). Chris Jones - C.A.L.L Consulting/Entertainment Management
(7). Cynthia Saldana - Ikon Model Management
Website:
www.dolitaparis.com
Contact E-Mail:
[email protected]
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