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QUARTERLY
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FASHION.CULTURE.TECHNOLOGY
STYLE ISSUE
BRING YOUR IDEAS TO LIFE
F O R Y O U R S P E C I A L D AY O R E V E R Y D A Y
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FAS H I O N TO L IV E F O R
My Beautiful Life
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Photographer - Darryl Patterson
Models - Karina Bartkevica | One.1 Management
Makeup - Lauretta J. McCoy
Hair - Michael Johnson | Downtown Factory
Manicurist - Michelle Cameau for Morgan Taylor Lacquer | Agency Gerard
Fashion Stylist and Creative Director - Opé Majek | Ken Barboza Associates
Retoucher - Yvonne Taylor
Photographer Assistant - Joe Sciacchetano
Fashion Stylist Assistant - Nyasia Rudolph
RAINE MAGAZINE - VOLUME 25
Left Page: Jewelry by Pico Jewelers
Right Page: Jewelry by Alex Soldier
Earrings, Necklace by Ben Amun | Ring by Laruicci
EDITOR’S
NOTE
WELCOME TO RAINE MAGAZINE
Wow! I can’t believe how far we’ve come. In 2007 we launched our very first issue. At the time, Raine was exclusively online and was
just a hobby of mine. After all, I had just had my fourth child and was preparing to open my first retail store; a hobby was all that I could
take on at that moment in time. Raine has grown into a print and digital magazine that also offers dynamic events where influencers can
network with decision makers. Since the very beginning, the focus has been on providing a platform to help creative entrepreneurs take
their passion to the next level.
Why start a magazine in a time of uncertainty, both in our economy and the publishing industry? You could say “ignorance is bliss.” Not
knowing any better, my only drive was to inspire as many creatives as possible, to find a way to turn their dreams into a viable business.
Launching my own career as an entrepreneur without any mentors was a difficult and lonely journey. Raine is a place where theseindividuals
can come and see that they are not alone and use the success stories of others to help them along their path.
This issue is special for the Raine team because it is our 25th Volume, and as a quarterly issue, it serves as a testament to our devotion to
creative entrepreneurs worldwide. If this is your first introduction to Raine, I want to share with you some Q & As from a recent interview.
Q: Who is Raine’s audience?
A: Creative entrepreneurs such as fashion designers, inventors, photographers, stylists, makeup artists, graphic designers, authors, freelancers,
producers, actors, singers, dancers, artists, etc. In summary, they are individuals making a living from a creative gift.
Q: What are the fears of creative entrepreneurs?
A: Some of the fears that plague this unique group include not being able to find a mentor to help them navigate the ups and downs of
entrepreneurship, not having enough outlets to network with the right people, and not understanding how to brand themselves or their
product. This is just a sampling of a list of issues that entrepreneurs come across.
Q: What is possible now that Raine Magazine is here?
A: I see Raine as a cross between Vogue and Fast Company–a more fashion forward, entrepreneurial-minded magazine. Raine appeals to
creative persons with a spirit to turn their passion into financial freedom. Raine offers a visually interesting journal of written imagery and
stories that inspire success.
This monumental 25th edition, offers singing sensation and X-Factor heartthrob, Carly Rose Sonenclar; our favorite celebutante from
the Kardashian clan, Kendall Jenner; Bollywood bombshell and the hardest working woman in India, Priyanka Chopra; FUBU co-founder,
inspirational speaker, and angel investor, Daymond John; and billionaire and serial entrepreneur, Mark Cuban to name a few. If that wasn’t
enough, we have carefully handpicked the most beautiful photo stories from our network of creative entrepreneurs , photos that will keep
you cheering for more.
The Raine team deeply thanks you for your support because without you, none of this would be possible.
Nova Lorraine, MA
Founder and Editor
WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
KENDALL
JENNER
VOL 12
Is it an epidemic, a phenomenon, or a takeover?
Let’s just say it’s all of the above, simply put, it’s the age of the Jenner--Kardashian brand. Whether you’re Keeping Up with the Kardashians, popping
into one of their DASH retail stores, or smiling at adorable little North West’s epic
facial expressions, you simply can’t escape the pandemonium of pop culture’s
most talked-about family to date.
Raine Magazine first became acquainted with Jenner in 2012 as our cover
star and rising starlet stepping out of the shadows of her family pedigree. She was
by far the youngest of many future fashion icons that have graced the cover of Raine.
We quickly noticed her thirst for success and her determination to succeed in the
high-stakes arena of the fashion industry.
From a mere bud she has bloomed into a rose, capturing the attention of
some of the biggest names in fashion from New York to Milan and Paris with her
beauty and charismatic charm. She has reigned supreme on and off the runway for
Chanel, DKNY, Balmain, Oscar de la Renta, Givenchy, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, and
Pucci to name a few of the brands she’s worked with.
By 2014, the young glamazon was on everyone’s radar. Making her runway
debut during New York Fashion Week, she blew critics out of the water when
she opened the Marc Jacobs show. She looked like a mannequin with her
beautiful Kardashian hair now cut in a straight-edge bob, wearing matte makeup
and a combat uniform to boot. It was as if Jenner was saying, “Look at me,
world! I have arrived!” Many designers took notice of the rising beauty when,
during London Fashion Week, she walked for Giles Deacon, and later, in Paris,
for the crème de la crème of the industry, Chanel and Givenchy.
Since her runway debut, Jenner has been ruling the
modeling industry and has become one of the faces of
the “Instagirl” era, alongside Gigi and Bella Hadid, Haley
Baldwin, Jordan Dunn, Cara Delevingne, and Suki
Waterhouse. In 2014, capitalizing on Jenner’s 30 million
fans and followers, Estee Lauder tapped the mega-star
as their global face, a chance to reinvigorate the brand
with the throngs of young people who follow her with
a religious-like cult status. At 19, Jenner is sitting on
top of an empire at a time when most people her age
haven’t figured out the path their lives will take.
Her passion to push the envelope has created
a monument to evolution in an industry that is
rapidly changing. She has remained relevant,
unique and innovative and proven herself as
a force to be reckoned within the fashion
Photographer Christopher Beyer
industry.
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W HE R E A R E TH E Y N OW
PRIYANKA CHOPRA
VOL 19
She is the quintessential triple threat: a Bollywood bombshell, an
actress, and a singer-songwriter with a heart of gold.
When we first met Priyanka Chopra, she was at the
top of her game, one of the hottest commodities to come out
of India. She speaks in the voice of an archangel, and not only
is she drop-dead gorgeous, but she devotes her time to helping
those less fortunate. As a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador she
works tirelessly to protect the rights of children. She is also an
advocate for women’s issues and supports the right of young
women to have a quality education that is equal to that of their
male counterparts.
In spring 2014, Chopra was pegged as the star of Dr.
Dre’s nationwide Beats campaign. Her hit single, “I Can’t Make
You Love Me,” an up-tempo dance cover of the Bonnie Raitt
song, topped the charts at iTunes India within only 24 hours of its
official release. Chopra sat down with Raine in Volume 19 to give
us a better understanding of who she is, the brand she has built,
and her aspirations for the future.
Since her Kollywood debut in the film Thamizhan in
2002 (Kollywood is the cinema of Tamil Nadu, which produces
movies in the Tamil language. Kollywood is a joining of the words
Kodambakkam, the district in which the films are made, and
Hollywood.), Chopra has followed with success after success.
She starred in several other box office hits, including the films
The Hero: Love Story of a Spy (2003), Andaaz (2003), and Mujhse
Shaadi Karogi (Will You Marry Me?, 2004). Chopra’s ability to
win over viewers and achieve record-breaking ticket sales has
solidified her as a leading actress of Hindi cinema. Her efforts and
endless talent have not gone unnoticed. Numerous accolades
have been showered on her, including a National Film Award for
Best Actress and Filmfare Awards in four categories.
As the master of her own destiny, Chopra has let little
stand in her way, and she refuses to let herself be pigeon-holed
into any aspect of the entertainment industry. From movies to
television, she has slowly but surely transitioned into the American
market. Hosting the third season of Fear Factor was not enough
for this ambitious star. She has also created content for various
publications and has succeeded in giving a whole new meaning
During a time in which women are dominating leading
roles in television in series such as Empire and How to Get Away
with Murder, hot commodity Priyanka Chopra will be paving her
own way as a strong female lead. Her biggest break to date
will come this fall as she joins the ABC family in the hit series,
Quantico. This drama series explores the lives of young FBI
recruits who have come to the Quantico base in Virginia for 21
weeks of training to become special agents. Chopra plays an FBI
recruit-turned-possible terrorist, Alex Parrish. Quantico gives you
everything a good drama should: friendship, betrayal, conflict,
and suspense; trust us, you won’t be disappointed. Set your DVR,
folks, because Priyanka Chopra will be imprinted on all of our
brains this fall.
Photographer Vital Agibalow
to the expression “more than just a pretty face.”
turned out to be 3LW and by August of that year,
my parents about acting. I was 9 years old at
the time and my mom said no. She didn’t know
I was signed to Sony. I was 15 years old at the
time. My career took off from there. Disney was
nor trust the industry. I’m glad I didn’t do it that
doing a show about a young girl’s singing group;
JULISSA BERMUDEZ
I auditioned and got a role, playing one of the
Cheetah Girls. As Oprah states, luck is when
opportunity meets preparation.
VOL 14
RAINE: Tell us about your stint on the
Kardashians?
BAILON: In real life, this was whom I was dating.
I was invited over for dinner - then there were
camera’s rolling. I love that family. They are really
fun loving people. I was dating him for 2 years
and then it didn’t work out. The break up had to
do with growing up. He is a good guy but at the
time not ready to be in as serious a relationship
as I wanted to be in. He also never dealt with
Celebrity and that might have also contributed
•
She appeared on Millionaire Matchmaker in 2015.
•
Bit roles on the TV shows Rescue Me and Royal Pains
have also filled her schedule.
•
Julissa supported the Girls With Gifts, Inc. annual
celebrity bowling event.
ADRIENNE BAILON
to it.
RAINE: Why the Empire Girls?
BAILON: I was trying to re-introduce myself
as who I really am. Being on the Kardashians,
VOL 14
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She hosted daytime talk show The
Real on September 15th, 2015.
I was an L.A. girl, a Kardashian, a socialite. I was
in Los Angeles based on my Disney contract
but moved back to NY after Disney and began
working for MTV. We had spoken about doing a
Since her last feature with Raine,
she has been busy appearing
Latina Laverne and Shirley type show. She had
on magazine covers, including
a general meeting with the Style Network and
then they
offered her a reality show and
Cosmopolitan
forasked
Latinas magazine in
if I could come on the show with her. There are
August
Latina magazine in
many Latin
Americans 2015
that speak and
English and
who are mainstream. Ultimately, we wanted to
September
and March 2015.
show hard
working girls building 2014
their careers.
possible reality show. Julissa has always been
my best friend and frequently went on tour with
us. Julissa had an idea – she wanted to do a
Adrienne has founded an all-vegan
nail color line, Fingertip Fetish.
RAINE: On the show, we see you in the studio
working with Ne-Yo. How did you link up with
Ne-Yo and what made you want to sign on his
label for your first solo gig?
BAILON: I am so excited. I am finally doing
what I want to do while working with Compound
Entertainment and Tishwan, who is both my
and Ne-Yo’s manager. My dream is to do a
Latin infused album but I don’t want to do J-Lo.
That isn’t my vision, so I am also working with
Adam Torres, Bruno Mars Manager and I’m now
recording in that direction. Besides the album
Dress - K Borgella; Necklace - Circa
Sixty Three; Bracelets - Stylist own
being released soon, I have a new movie coming
out with Jane Seymour, Chelsea Kane, and Sarah
Paxton: Elixir. It’s a fun musical by ABC Family.
age – I had an amazing childhood. Later, I was
attending the The Clinton School for Writers
and Artists - a high school for creative arts. At
the time I was going to audition for La Guardia
High school or Julliard but at the last minute, I
didn’t apply. I instead decided I was going to be
RAINE: What’s one word that would describe
you?
BAILON: Ambitious. (Smiling)
Follow Adrienne: @Adrienne_Bailon
Gown - Marteal and Estrada; Headpiece - Sugar Scout; Booties - Betsey Johnson
PHOTOGRAPHER: Manny Roman ; MAKEUP ARTIST: Derek Medina; FASHION EDITOR: Renessta Olds;
STYLIST: Brittany Morales; ASSISTANT STYLIST: ShiSeer James; HAIRSTYLIST: Johnny Gonzalez
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people got the wrong idea. Many people thought
Top and Pants- K. Borgella; Earrings - Betsey Johnson; Necklace and Handcuffs - Laruicci; Boots - Jeffrey Campbell
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ADRIENNE BAILON
JULISSA BERMUDEZ
JASLENE GONZALEZ
VOL 14
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She attended and spoke at Sigma
Lambda Gamma’s 25th Anniversary
sisterhood retreat in July 2015.
•
She participated in Chicago Fashion
Fest in August 2015..
RUBEN &
ISABEL
TOLEDO
VOL 14
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The Toledo’s
collaborated with MAC
in 2015.
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A new collection in
partnership with Lane
Bryant is to be called
Isabel Toledo.
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A new fragrance,
Hothouse Beauties,
is exclusive to Lane
Bryant.
CONSUELO VANDERBILT
VOL 18
VANDERBILT
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Consuelo was featured in Paper magazine in 2015.
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She performed at ZDF in Germany in July 2015.
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A new single, Lose My Mind, is available on iTunes
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FA S H I O N TO L I V E F O R
FA S H I O N TO L I V E F O R
DREAMING TEXTURE
Photographer - Darryl Patterson
Models - Anna Vojvoda with Marilyn Agency
Makeup - Lauretta J. McCoy
Hair - Andrea E. Wilson | Next Artists
Manicurist - Michelle Cameau for Morgan Taylor Lacquer | Agency Gerard
Fashion Stylist and Creative Director - Ope Majek | Ken Barboza Associates
Retoucher - Yvonne Taylor
Photographer Assistant - Joe Sciacchetano
Fashion Stylist Assistant - Nyasia Rudolph
Dress - Layana Aguilar
Ring - Whitney Marbach
Earrings - Whitney Marbach
Coat and Vest - State of Arc
Cuff - Whitney Marbach
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