THE INTERVIEW ISSUE

FASHION AFFAIR
Revealing fashion around the globe
SEP 2013
THE
INTERVIEW
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FIERCE dress to thrill
FALL FASHION
this season’s most flaunting footwear
Top: ASTR, Skirt: Moon, Sunglasses: Tom Ford
Necklace: Lana Marelle, Bracelets: Lana Marelle
Boots: Sam Edelman
GOODas
GOLD
Photographed by Malachi Banales
member of modxchange.com
Model: Betta (Hollywood Model Management)
MUA: Chelsey Merrill
Wardrobe Stylist: Monica Cargile
Hair: Nicole Chew
Shirt: ASTR, Skirt: Pia Gladys Perey,
Handbag: Lambertson Truex
Sunglasses: Michael Kors, Necklace:
Lana Marelle, Bracelets: Lana Marelle
Boots: Sam Edelman
THIS PAGE:
Top and Skirt: Annie and Jade,
Handbag: Lambertson Truex,
Boots: ALDO, Sunglasses: DKNY,
Jewelry: Lana Marelle
LEFT:
Shirt: ASTR, Skirt: Pia Gladys Perey,
Handbag: Lambertson Truex
Sunglasses: Michael Kors, Necklace:
Lana Marelle, Bracelets: Lana Marelle
Boots: Sam Edelman
Cape: Pia Gladys Perey, Top: ASTR,
Skirt: ElevenParis, Jewelry: Lana
Marelle, Sunglasses: GUCCI
Boots: Sam Edelman
SHAKIRA BEADED SATCHEL
$518.00
Stripe Knit Long Sleeve
Sweater w/ Leather Patches
$120.00
Split Long Sleeve Sweater
w/ Leather Patches
$120.00
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WOVEN TOGGLE
TOTE in olive
$379.00
Mustang Legging w/
Diamond Mesh
$113.00
TYLIE MALIBU
appeals to youthful minded women with a penchant
for contradiction. “Contradiction is the
edge that has always been so much a
part of my personal style, mixing high
and low always looks more modern.
Pairing dresses with ankle booties,
throwing a vintage military shirt over a
delicate tank or pairing tiny shorts with
a cozy oversized top is just perfectly
sexy without being over the top.” It is
this concept of contradiction that has
continually inspired and driven the line
which includes a full apparel collection,
bags and accessories.
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fall/winter collection 2013
Ty l i e M a l i b u P r o d u c t s a r e D e s i g n e d & H a n d m a d e
in Los Angeles, CA USA
STEVIE STUDDED SATCHEL
$632.50
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“Fashion speaks one language”
Daloo3a is company that defines itself through the collective appreciation of it’s exclusive clients. Daloo3a
is an online avenue, a meeting point for those who
aspire to be part of a premier family of brands from
across teh Middle-East, Europe, United States and
Asia Pacific.
The Daloo3a team constantly travels the globe in
search of upcoming trendy designers and brands giving them a unique opportunity, as well as a platform to
showcase their collections to the world. Our promise
to our customers is quality, cutting edge fashion and
world class customer care.
Daloo3a is not just an online fashion destination it’s a lifestyle.
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dreams...
Model - Anna Lyashko
Stylist / MUAH - Anna Mishukova
Photographer - Olga Sova/olgasova.com
Location - Moscow
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STATELY STONES
FALL/WINTER 2013-2014
COUTURE
Rani Zakhem launches his second capsule Couture Fall/Winter 13-14
collection in a royal assortment. Stardust sparkle embraces a collection of nine opulent gowns with a resilient emphasis on stately embroidery and beadwork.
Inspired by the “Van Cleef & Arpels’ Art de la Haute Joaillerie exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs”, Rani Zakhem’s Couture collection is trading between two key themes – the lame net-shaped silver
embroidery in which deploys a diamond pavage architectural effect
and the multi-colored stones conveying the stardust notion. Proportions and details are remarkably scrutinized in the collection – titanic
multi-colored stones – ruby, emerald, sapphire, Diamond-like crystals
covering necklines to hem, layers of tulle sumptuously printed with
floral patterns adding a fragile beauty and volumes reminiscing on the
famous Van Cleef & Arpels breathtaking floral brooches in an array of
semi precious stones.
The collection veers from the fantasy to the fierce to the straightforward – a range that marks the Rani Zakhem Couture signature. Diaphanous fabrics, Tulle, Chiffon, Taffeta, Organza and Mikado are
staples in each of Zakhem’s couture collections. Embroidery included
Pavé sequins, Silver to pink sheen beads, glittering stones inducing a
mirror effect and Siamese sapphire blue intricate beadings. The color
palette ranged from Peridot Green, kunzite Pink, sapphire Blue and
light burnt Topaz.
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the Nadia
$55.00
E
ven her name - Erica M. - channels the
power of a woman’s mystique. When
it is also the brand name of the underground’s most sought after, exciting new
line of women’s bodywear, everyone’s
interest is piqued. In fact, these are designs that take
sensuality light years beyond thigh-high, lace-topped
silk nylons, providing illusions that conjure up intelligently sophisticated erotic visions.
Erica M. gives the woman who envelops herself in
the sheer second skin of any of the brand’s designs
the sexy secret of what’s beneath her outer garments.
Intriguing details of the secret can be revealed in
teasing glimpses that go beyond her legs or can focus
on a fascinating design that peeks out of the heel of
a shiny black
stiletto. It’s entirely up to her
what, when,
to whom and
how much is
exposed.
Whether her
inspirations evolve out of stylistic emblems drawn
from 1990s fashion or the distinctive, elegant designs of 1920s French illustrator Erté, Erica M.’s
bodywear creations are always provocative, erotic
and empowering. They are among the most popular
undergarments worn in the trendy club scene. Academy Award- winning actress Anne Hathaway even
wore Erica M.’s sexy bodywear when she performed
her one-night only show at Joe’s Pub in New York’s
NoHo.
alluringly revealing fashion statement.
Ultimately, “Nadia” is wearable erotic art with a depiction of a 1920s garter set woven into a conveniently single piece bodywear garment. The result is an
attractive creation that not only enhances the beauty
of the wearer’s body, but gives her the power to have
fun with her very own special one-piece “ensemble.”
Not to be outdone, the other designs in Erica M.’s
collections are equally fascinating and enthralling.
“Genevieve” with its mesh knit that accentuates the
form and silhouette of the wearer, and elaborate
panty-inspired pattern, and bow that morphs into
a glamorous back seam. “Vivian,” another popular
design, was what Anne Hathaway wore during her
concert and is completely opaque in front. From
the back, however, the picture changes dramatically
with a wovenin tassel, rope
and feather
design fastened
by a woven-in
ribbon at the
waist. “Ava” is
a thigh high
stocking design
that employs the same back design features as “Vivian” and wraps them entirely around the legs. “Devotion” focuses on the cross pattern that was popular in
the 90s and Erica M. gives it a bold new twist that
forgoes the opaque and highlights the design details
along the legs in front and back. “Lourdes” with its
striking panty and leg woven-in details capitalizes on
the cross pattern, as well.
All Erica M. bodywear designs are made in Italy
of the finest yarns according to exceptionally high
Erica M.’s most popular bodywear is called, “Nadia,” quality standards. To see all of Erica M.’s extraoran erotic trompe l’oeil design that creates the illusion dinary bodywear and to learn how to purchase her
of a mesh net framed garter belt and thong panties
products, readers should visit the Erica M. website
topping long black stockings tied with bows and a
at ericam.net.
rope and tassel draped around one thigh. Beneath a
skirt at work, “Nadia’s” secret remains discretely concealed. Later, she can easily change to make a more
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the Hedon
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DEEP Pocket$ &
SPARKING Personalities
Celebs who do more than behave badly
By: Alaina Brandenburger
Like it or not, celebrities dominate pop culture.
Everywhere we look these days, celebrity gossip is
out and in our faces. Whether it’s the radio, 24-hour
celebrity gossip channels, tabloids at the checkout
stand or front and center on your homepage,
certain personalities rule the headlines. At this
point, we are all sick of hearing about the usual
suspects: Lilo, the Kardashian clan, the Biebs, etc.
It seems like all you need to do to get your name
out there is behave badly.
But what about the good celebrities?
Sure, we all know that people like Brad and
Angelina and George Clooney are charitable, but
they get more press for their turbulent love lives
than for their charitable work. The usual suspects,
like Bono, Sting and Elton John, are known for
charity, but there are many other celebrities who
also lead by example – out of genuine kindness
and not for publicity. Here are 10 of them.
10. Adrian
Grenier
The man most famous
for playing a celebrity
himbo is actually quite
the charitable guy. A
well-known environmental activist, Adrian
has contributed to
charities such as Global
Green and Oceana. He
also supports charities
dedicated to helping
the poor, like Unicef and
Feeding America. Adrian is more than just Mr. Moneybags.
He actually gets down and dirty, having done such things
as hosting a charity yard sale and volunteering at soup
kitchens. This guy is all about using his fame to draw attention to causes that he feels passionate about and inspiring
others to help too.
9. Jared
Padalecki
While Jared is
well-known in
sci fi circles for
his role as Sam
Winchester on
the CW’s ‘Supernatural,’ he isn’t
the type that
appears all over
magazine covers
for scandalous shenanigans. He supports charities for the
American Cancer Society as well as the Alzheimer’s Association, drawing attention and support to important causes.
Jared has also hosted charity drives for A Dog’s Life – an
organization that rescues abused dogs and adopts them
out to loving families.
8. Mariska Hargitay
This ‘Law and Order: SVU’ veteran has obviously been
touched by her role as Detective Olivia Benson, throwing her support to RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National
Network) to help victims of domestic and sexual abuse find
help and healing. She also lends her voice to the Joyful
Heart Foundation, which helps to educate and heal victims
of sexual abuse. Along with these organizations, Mariska
supports other charities, such as Keep a Child Alive, the
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, the Heart Truth
and many other organizations devoted to health and wellness.
7. Kristin Bauer
While Kristin’s ‘True
Blood’ character Pam
cares about nobody but
Pam (well, and Eric – but
nobody else), Kristin
herself is a very kindhearted individual. She
is devoted to animals,
having supported charities such as the Best
Friends Animal Society,
the American Humane Association and Oceana, among
others. Kristin has also got her co-stars in on the action,
auctioning off one of Anna Paquin’s Sookie Stackhouse bras
for her ‘Out of Africa’ documentary, which is aimed at saving
animals in Africa.
6. Anna Paquin
Speaking of Anna, she
too possesses a heart of
gold. As a reaction to an
onslaught of gay teenage suicides, Anna came
out as bi-sexual, and
actively supports LGBT
organizations. She also
supports the Elton John
AIDS Foundation as
well as the Make A Wish
Foundation. Anna and
hubby Stephen Moyer
have attended Fun Days for the organization. These events
allow the wish recipients to spend a fun day with their
favorite celebrities. They also joined fellow cast members in
supporting the family of a crew member who passed away 4. Rosario Dawson
suddenly.
Rosario has played some pretty bad-ass ladies in movies
like ‘Sin City,’ ‘Kids’ and ‘Men in Black II.’ Offscreen, however,
5. Carrie
she is a very charitable person. She is very close to New
Underwood
York, having grown up there, and is actively involved with
In the world of pop stars, Carrie Underwood is admittedly,
the Lower East Side Girls Club. Rosario’s chosen charities
“boring.” Happily married, Carrie is known more for her
are comprised of a lot of organizations that help impovamazing pipes than offstage antics. A down home Oklaho- erished people and other disadvantaged populations. She
ma girl, she is grounded and takes advantage of using her
supports Peace Over Violence, Declare Yourself, DoSomecelebrity status to help others. She is a vegetarian and sup- thing.org and many others.
ports PETA, The Humane Society and C.A.T.S. In addition to
helping furry friends, Carrie has also lent a hand to Habitat 3. Christina Applegate
for Humanity and supports Unicef, Project Cleanwater and
She may have made a name for herself by playing shallow,
The Red Cross. She has no time to behave badly.
self-absorbed Kelly
Bundy on ‘Married
With Children,’ but
Christina is anything
but self-absorbed. A
breast cancer survivor, Christina supports Stand Up to
Cancer and Right Action for Women. However, she is more
than a one-cause celebrity. Christina also supports Adopt-aClassroom, which helps provide essentials for underfunded
teachers, The Trevor Project, which aims to help gay teens
feel safe and supported, and A Day Made Better – another
charity that helps teachers with resources.
Deep Pockets and $parkling Personalities
1. Selena Gomez
Most of the time, Selena Gomez is mentioned in the tabloids with her name attached to her on-again, off-again
While fans of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ know Ian as the sexy,
boyfriend Justin Beiber or her BFF, Taylor Swift. But Selena
smoldering Damon Salvatore, offscreen, the actor is truly
is part of a new generation of Hollywood softies. At only
dedicated to making the world a better place. Along with
21, Selena has already lent her name to over 10 different
charities such as The Alzheimer’s Association, The Trevor
charities, including A Day Made Better, Stand Up to Cancer,
Project and the Elton John AIDS foundation, Ian started his
the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, UNICEF and more.
own charitable organization to fund environmental projWith a huge heart and a passion for helping others, Selena
ects, including saving endangered animals, cleaning water,
proves that a young, beautiful starlet can be beautiful on
sustainability awareness and more. Founded in 2010, the IS
the inside too and that there is no need to act crazy to get
Foundation has earned money for countless projects, and
attention.
has created awareness about environmental issues among
his young fans.
2. Ian Somerhalder
Beyoncé ... wore
a stunning white
embellished crystal
and pearl bodysuit
with peplum skirt
and fringed epaulettes throughout
her ‘Mrs Carter
Show World Tour’.
Every couture gown is created from a handdrawn illustration designed especially for each
client by Creative Director, Tamara Ralph.
Tamara was personally approached by Angelina, Beyoncé and Nieves to create breathtaking outfits for their respective high profile red
carpet and stage appearances. Their personal
aesthetics and personalities stirred Tamara to
create unique one-off designs that embodied
their individual styles and personas.
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Exclusive couture house Ralph & Russo specialise in breathtaking evening, bridal,
cocktail, tailoring and daywear. Established by design duo Tamara Ralph and Michael Russo, Ralph & Russo offer its elite clientele a visionary couture experience in
which craftsmanship and design are at the heart of every creation.
Every Ralph & Russo couture gown is created from a hand-drawn illustration designed especially for each client by Creative Director, Tamara Ralph. Highly skilled
and meticulous couturiers then drape, cut and pin the gown to the body before diligently stitching and sewing each panel, crystal and embellishment with the upmost
care and attention. Each gown is made-to-measure, perfectly unique and can take
hundreds of hours and up to 30 pairs of hands to create. The lead time for a Ralph &
Russo couture piece usually ranges between 4-5 weeks from illustration to finished
product.
Ralph & Russo is a favourite amongst the elite, international royalty and A-list celebrity scene with followers including Angelina Jolie, Beyoncé and Eva Longoria.
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Angelina Jolie ...
captivated fans in an
elegant custom-made
white strapless silk
crepe peplum dress
with intricate button
and rose gold detailing.
The house of Ralph & Russo is delighted to announce
the opening of their new and exclusive Sloane Street
showroom and atelier in London on 7th August 2013.
The stunning space will showcase new, archived and
never before released handcrafted haute couture
creations and designs.
From atelier to showroom, clients are invited to
experience the refined processes behind each and every
couture piece and observe their exceptional couturiers
meticulously bring each couture masterpiece to life.
Private appointments can be made by contacting
+44 (0)20 8878 5399.
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Vanina is a ‘Haute Fantaisie’ brand created by childhood friends Tatiana Fayad & Joanne Hayek.
It all started as a hobby five years ago, when the girls decided to create jewelry by marrying old
Lebanese coins with vintage chains and buttons. Since then, their designs have evolved into
numerous collections of handmade pieces, known for their unique blend of vintage and modern
styles that merges the handcraft and the industrial with a strong sense of fun. As a compliment
to their jewelry, the girls have created ‘Les Caprices de Vanina’, spontaneous collections of bags,
shoes, clothes, and other woman accessories. Today, Vanina is present in the world’s trendiest cities such as Paris, Tokyo, Florence, Dubai, and Honk Kong - and all their creations are still proudly
manufactured in their local workshops in Beirut.
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EYE
OF THE
TIGER
This is Paul’s third iconic New York City landmark
shoot, all featuring powerful women taking charge
of their lives – and grappling with the fear of failure,
self-doubt, and similar anxieties that we all face.
Photographer: Steven Paul
Stylist: StyledbyPhil
Hair Stylist: Andy Tseng
Art Direrction: Vicky Yu
Make up: Robbie Minjarez
Model: Meki Saldana @ ONE Management NYC
Photo Assistant: Carlo Smith Ramsey
S T E V E N P H O T O G R A P H Y. C O M
Headpiece by Ami Goodheart
Dress: Akris
Gentlemen, step aside.
There’s a new woman in town –
and she owns the streets.
In photographer Steven Paul’s latest cinematic narrative,
fierce fashion meets an equally fierce heroine. Paul depicts
our heroine collecting money from local businesses and
firmly establishing her role as Chinatown’s newest “boss”.
She owns the streets and she’s making sure the men know
she’s in charge.
At the same time, Paul and model Meki Saldana from ONE
Management NYC are not afraid to play with the duality of
strength and vulnerability. In private, our heroine lets down
her guard as she faces self-doubt, before recomposing herself
and continuing on with ‘business as usual.’ But underneath
her outwardly fierce exterior, universal fears still linger.
Paul’s dramatic lighting heightens the fierce fashions. Even
in the bright light of day, Meki moves within the shadows,
stepping out only briefly from her car to collect payment.
Dress: Akris,
Heels: Michael Antonio
Eyewear: Mercura NYC
“This shoot truly
showcases the
importance of lighting
and accessories for
creating a persona.”
Paul worked closely with stylist
Phil Gomez and art director
Vicky Yu to create the shoot’s
unique look and feel.
Dress: CZAR
Earrings: Ami Goodheart
“We chose Chinatown as the location for our
third shoot because it is one of the most iconic
New York City neighborhoods,” said Paul.
“We’ve reimagined how Chinatown looked
half-a-century ago. While the country was on the
cusp of a sexual revolution, traditional Chinese
culture was – and continues to be – very male
dominated. What would it have been like for
businesses to be run by a female street boss?
What would her life have looked like?”
Whether it’s Meki’s intense eye makeup,
her sky-high heels, or brilliant red parasol, these
details bring the shoot’s dramatic narrative to life.
“Our heroine is powerful, but not power-hungry,” says Paul. “In a way, she’s above all the dayto-day drama that’s happening. At the same time,
she knows she has to get her hands dirty –
and she’s not afraid to do so.”
Up-and-coming hair stylist
Andy Tseng created Meki’s fierce up-dos.
“Hair defines a person,” says Tseng.
“Would Meki have looked half-as powerful or
intimidating with long, flowing waves? Not at all.
That’s why we chose tight, pulled-back styles that
add further emphasis to her
dramatic eye make up.”
Photographer: Steven Paul
Stylist: StyledbyPhil
Hair Stylist: Andy Tseng
Art Direrction : Vicky Yu
Make up: Robbie Minjarez
Model: Meki Saldana @ ONE Management NYC
Photo Assistant: Carlo Smith Ramsey
Eyewear: Mercura NYC
Shoes: Stylist own
S T E V E N P H O T O G R A P H Y. C O M
Make up artist Robbie Minjarez created
Meki’s smoldering cat eyes, adding edgy
intensity for a modern twist on traditional
eyeliner.
“Minjarez’ eye make up plays with Meki’s
sexuality and femininity,” says Paul. “She’s
both strong and seductive, the ultimate business woman meets femme fatale.”
Paul is clearly at ease collaborating with
Gomez, Yu, Tseng and Minjarez.
“Together, we started with a simple vision
of iconic Chinatown and female power, and
grew this vision into a complete narrative
arc,” says Paul. “Working with Gomez, Yu,
Tseng and Minjarez was an incredible collaborative experience. Our creative visions
all came together perfectly to create this
story.”
So, what’s our heroine’s next move
after running Chinatown’s streets?
We’ll just have to wait and see
how the fortune cookie crumbles…
S T E V E N P H O T O G R A P H Y. C O M
Headpiece: Ami Goodheart
Top, Pants, Handbag: Akris
Necklace: AMYO
q a one
&
FURNE ONE
with the
and only
INCLUDING PREVIEW OF HIS A/W 2013 COLLECTION
Fashion Affair Magazine has been a fan of Furne One’s unparalled designs for quite some
time. In fact, his unforgettable gowns graced the cover of our July, November and December issues of 2012. Since then, this fierce couture Dubai-based designer has done what
most designers dare to dream of. Within the past few years, he has gained the likes of supermodel Heidi Klum, Katy Perry, Jennifer Lopez, Nicki Minaj, Shakira, Nicole Scherzinger and
Amber Rose. We asked Furne a few questions about his challenges, inspirations and where
he’s going next.
FASHION AFFAIR: How old were
FAM: What has been your favorite
you when you first fell in love with
fashion? What or who
inspired you?
Furne Amato: I was 10 yrs old. I
always enjoyed watching my mother
and my grandmother dress up and
going to parties. I came to realize how much I adored how they
dressed up and that is what opened
my mind to be one day be a
designer.
design so far and why?
FA: My favorite designs are the
pieces I design for celebrites and
for competitions. When they are
worn and seen by so many and/
or when I win a competition, this is
when I receive recognition which is
why they’re my favorite.
FAM: When you first started, did
you ever think FURNE ONE would
be what it is today? Has your vision
changed from when you first
started? If yes, how?
FA: When I started I never imagine
that it will be what AMATO is now.
I started at a very young age and
designed dresses for the family
only; my sister’s prom, cousin’s birthdays, etc...so I didnt really think about it. I enjoyed very
much designing dresses and watching them weari it and listening to how their friends would react and what they would
say about them. My vision still remains the same: to be a
fashion designer. But I became more focused when I won
the “MEGA YOUNG DESIGNER OF THE YEAR”. It opened
my mind when I traveled to Paris and New York under an
apprenticeship with Josie Natori. After that, I gained new
insight and clearity as a designer.
FAM: Who has been your favorite
client and why?
FA: All my clients of course because
they are the ones who have supported me through the years.
FAM: What have you learned
about the fashion industry over the
years?
FA: I’ve learned quite a bit: to be
responsible, focused, determined
and to love what you do. I have
also learned to not compete with
anyone. Make every collection better the last.
FAM: Where do you see FURNE ONE 5 years from now?
FA: 5 yrs from now? My partner and I are thinking about a
more accessable ready-to-wear line. As far as personally, I
want to travel less, be more relaxed and spend more time
with my family and friends.
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“Designing is my life.
My love.
My everything.”
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FAM: What do you do when
you aren’t designing?
FA: I am a home body. I enjoy
reading a good book and
watching movies. I pull a lot
of inspiration from culture so
I love traveling the world in
search for ideas for upcoming
collections. I also love the theatre, broadway, architecture
and of course spending time
with my family.
FAM: What advice can you
give other designers who
aspire to become successful?
FA: To have a VISION.
Vision for me has proven to be
extremely important. If you
have the vision then you know
where your going and
how to get there.
FAM: What is the most
challenging part about being
a couture designer?
FA: Coming up with the idea
and then the construction on
how to make it.
FAM: What do you love most
about designing?
FA: Designing is my life. My
love. My everything.
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FASHION AFFAIR interviews
celebrity makeup and hair stylist Mikel
Cain. Not only is he an amazing and
talented artist...but more importantly,
he’s also a kind-hearted human being.
We hope you appreciate what he has to
say and take a few minutes to view just
a portion of his impressive portfolio...
mikelcain.com
The team of Mikel Cain includes the following artists:
Hair & Makeup Artist: Kim Shirley
Hair & Makeup Artist: Aaron White
Makeup Artist: Danielle Bridges
Beauty Director: Jamie Ryeland
When did you KNOW this is what you
wanted to do/be?
I think as a child I was very much a loner and always found
pleasure in creating things or at least visualizing them in my
head. I started playing around with hair and makeup in middle school always practicing on my niece and cousins “”bless
them” lol I decided to finally go to school and become licensed but wasn’t until several years later that I decided to
pursue it as a career and when I did i went non stop and
haven’t slowed down since.
What accomplishment are you
most proud of and why?
There are so many great things that have
happened in my life time i could never
name them all without sounding like I was
just out right bragging. But It would have
start with my Son I am a very proud father
and of course nothing could ever top that,
but professional I would say among all the
privileges and good fortune I have been so
lucky to have been a part of would be being
featured in US VOGUES 120th Anniversary
issue in 2011, everyone in the business certainly strive to have there work recognized
and though I have been featured in as well
delivered several editorial covers prior to the
anniversary issue. I do know how hard everyone in this industry work and sacrifice,
and so many of them have not yet have had
some of the same opportunity’s. Anytime
someone appreciates my work I truly consider it a real honor and I have remained
humble enough that I can say this about the
local newspaper or VOGUE, they all count!
forward to this event
and plan on making
it HUGE!
Where do you see MIKE CAIN, the business,
What do you like MOST about what you do? 5 years from now?
This is an easy one, I remind myself and my team almost
daily how fortunate we are and with working on this level it
does provide a certain type of platform, and one that has its
perks I will admit but also it comes with a bigger responsibility that I feel demands of us to give back. My amazing team
of stylists and artists monthly are involved and or host events
that benefit as many as can be reached depending on that
months theme. We certainly make Women and Children our
main focus but there is no limit as long as there is a need
and we are able we certainly will be there. Our next event is
September 20th in Cleveland Tennessee where we will team
up with other artists and stylists for 2013 Fall Fashion Show
that raises money to aide an all boys home called “Mercy’s
Door” owned by my friend Paula Malone. We are looking
The next 5 years? I barely can assure you of what ill be doing
tomorrow. lol We are definitely planning on expanding our
brand, and the company more in a direction that does not
limit us just to the hair and makeup side but would like to
branch out more into more of a production / entertainment
company that would provide a home for models, artists etc,
and I definitely want to be available in order to focus on being an educator giving back to the future of our industry.
People often ask if I would be interested in my on line of
cosmetics or cosmetic tools and at this point i would say no.
I have been offered a few smaller opportunity’s with various
company’s. In order to do something like that and feel great
about it I would have to do it honestly 100%. As most know
many company’s spend tons of money into campaigns that
do sell millions, but are also not honest and that’s just not
something I would ever want to have my name attached to.
What sort of challenges or pitfalls
have you experienced?
I would have to say any serious pitfalls would have come in
the beginning. Unlike today when I started out there were
not many internship positions if any and salons nor individuals had a problem with say NO Thanks repeatedly. They
did not want someone to hold there tools or sweep up there
floors. At the time it was certainly disheartening but I chose
to never let it discourage me but it made me only work harder, and in the mean time and already licensed i focused on
more and more education in all areas of cosmetology and
finding an area to specialize in as i felt this was the only thing
that would help me stick out or at least find my way into
the relevant circle of stylists and artists. Looking back now i
would not change a thing as it is 100% what shaped me and
keeps me going full steam ahead today.
Who has been the most memorable person to work with and why?
I usually always answer this by saying Faith Hill because she was the first “real celebrity” I worked with but I have
to mention Britney Spears because of all the clients I have worked with or even been in the presence of I have never
seen anyone work as hard as she does. Many people believe they really “know” the people they see on tv, but if we
all gave that notion a little more thought we would know that its just not reality. When Britney steps onto a stage
she literally transforms into what I call a “Machine”. While on tour she sleeps maybe three to five hours max every
single night and some weeks if at all she takes one day off. Her schedule is planned months and months in advance
and not one detail over looked and shes my top pick because she nails it with no complaining. Her and I share the
same motto that “much has been giving to you, much more is and should be demanded” She is the first client that
i have known to share the same philosophy as myself. People ask me often about Reba Mcentire, she is one I have
always wanted to just meet and know, and there really is not much more I can say about her except that what you
see is exactly what you get! She is truly a special person and I am not even sure if there will ever be a woman so
universally talented and just truly respected by so many. Country fan or not everyone loves Reba!
faith hill
britney spears
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What sets YOUR work apart from
other hair & makeup artists?
I would say a few things and the first
is usually the most obvious to others
in the industry, that I work with an Incredible team of Stylists and Artists that
travel with me while still mainlining
there own business. No freelance stylist
nor artists on this level travel in a pack
as we do lol or welcome students and
interns to come on board. I have done
this for many years now and of course
some have come and gone and i think
that’s just a part of it where people some
just don’t really want to keep growing. I
certainly have enjoyed mentoring in the
past and that system will never change.
Now sixteen years in this business I
am currently working along side the
best team i have ever had as they work
as hard as I do, dream as big as myself
and they all truly share that same drive
and passion that cannot be taught. It is a
pleasure and honor to get to work along
side what I am calling the Best of the
Best! Something else that works for us
and this is just across the board based on
what I witness first hand as well is seen
in the finished product and It would be
the (DETAILS) I cant stress it enough!
Details do matter!!! In a world obsessed
with re touching and Photoshop as stylist or makeup artist you have to realize
that after something has been pulled,
tucked and smoothed over for hours, It
is No longer your work.... Sometimes in
editorial shoots and we all know magazines are photo retouched sometimes
more than they should but I am always
proud when my worked requires little
or NO re touching and that’s the biggest compliment from a photographer
an artist can receive in my opinion. I
think everything has a place including
re touching and I am thankful for them
when needed but as artists we don’t want
to get into sloppy habits with the mind
set that it can just be fixed later. This is
something I am always aware of and extend this same discipline to the ones I
work with or have mentored in the past.
TONI BRAXTON
Is there someone in particular you aspire to do
makeup or hair for? If so, who and why??
Looking back I would say there were at least 3 that come
to mind right away. My grandmother and my two brothers. None of them makeup artists but all three people who
could create things which sometimes left me memorized As
a young boy I would watch my grandmother crochet rolls
of yarn into these small patterns about the size of my open
hand and then she would bind them all together making full
size blankets and though that’s probably funny to some I was
in awe as I did not know how she was able to do this. My two
brothers definitely were and remain my greatest inspirations
today, Jason was always one like my grandmother he could
turn anything into something pretty cool, growing up we had
a fully functioning farm and though most would never believe this unless they saw me working on it, but I promise its
true. We had several huge gardens full of crops, with almost
every animal you can imagine from 100 + pigs, chickens, ponies, goats and even a horse that liked to bite our cows. In
down time my brother Jason would build things or create
AMY ADAMS
obstacle courses in our barn loft from using the stored up
hay these were the best times of my life for sure! My brother
Daniel was very much the same, I have never seen him take
on anything that he did not just nail and do better than most
could in a life time as if it were effortless really. What really
got me into the “arts” would definitely have come from listening to him sing and watching him play piano. Growing
up in church I had been exposed to many great pianists and
singers but NO ONE had playing style that was recognizable
after just a few chords or a voice that is impossible to ever
forget. It was amazing to me like my grandmothers crocheting, where did this come from? I still could not explain just
how incredible they all are but they were certainly the few
who have inspired me to want to create things and I strive
today to create things that people enjoy looking at with my
own personal set of techniques and style, so to them I say
Thank you.
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What’s next for MIKEL CAIN?
As we wrap 2013 and into the new year we are already committed to several exciting projects but only a few I can currently
share. We will be working with Miss Spears in mid winter unless those dates are pushed back again “fingers crossed” We
also have things planned with Faith Hill, and LeAnn Rimes.
A few editorial features coming up in November and a few already scheduled in 2014. One super big project that music fans
have been waiting and asking for now almost 11 years... It is
almost 100% a-go, just waiting on a date and a sign off. Stay
tuned because you wont wanna miss this one for sure!
LeAnn Rimes
“Love and
care enough
for yourself to
seek out all
the things that
make you
beautiful and
then embrace it.
When you Love
who you are
and become
comfortable
with all the
things that
make you
special, it will
become so easy
to love and see
all the beauty
within others.”
-Mikel Cain
Is there anything else you would like to share
about yourself or what you do?
Last thing I would like to share is simply the same thing I have said for years in interviews and will probably continue saying as long as I am alive... Hair and Makeup
are illusions that enhance the natural or base that is already present or sometimes
its used to transform someone into a character. I call them illusions really as these
looks and others will and do wash away with just a little bit of soap and water. This
is for good reason as artists we strongly depend on great photography to capture
these moments.True Beauty can be found in all things and in all people throughout
the world. My message regarding beauty is to women and young girls especially, as i
know how easy it is to get caught up on what we see in magazines and on television.
Remember that most of these things are manipulated in some form or another and
no one on earth is that perfect or flawless.... If they do exist? I have not met them yet
and for the ones who claim that they are I am sure I have out take shots somewhere
that will prove otherwise. LOL
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The High Low
interviews Tim Gunn
on Why the Future
is 3D Printed AND
HanDmade
In the first installation of our THL
Talks, in which we discuss niche
areas of fashion’s arc with industry
influencers, Tim Gunn talks about
technology’s growing reach into
fashion. As it turns out, Project
Runway‘s main man is a fan of wearable tech (even if the TSA lost his
preferred gadget), just as long as it’s
not on your face.
Gunn, the former chair of fashion design at
Parsons The New School For Design, holds
particular views on the evolving role of
tech in fashion, from Nina Garcia wearing
Google Glass to 3D printing (bonus — one
of Project Runway’s next finalists is using
it!), to what young designers, all technology aside, should always be able to do by
hand.
The High Low: Tell us about your take
on technology’s increasing application
in the fashion industry, and in what we
wear. Are you generally for it, or for any
particular applications of it?
Tim Gunn: I’m constantly wowed by its
potential. What’s so interesting about the
relationship of design to technology is
when you think about how technology has
grown and evolved, fashion doesn’t get rid
of it. Think about weaving or sewing machines, for instance. The sewing machine
was invented in the 19th century and it’s
still relevant. It’s not like technology goes
away; we just keep accumulating things.
We keep putting more arrows in our quiver,
so to speak.
It’s really very interesting. I’ll tell you, too,
that as the chair of fashion at Parsons, we
were looked down upon by other departments because we [in fashion] can’t execute what we do in a virtual environment
and have it be relevant to the customer. We
get our hands dirty. Architects, for instance,
can do everything on a computer, now.
When I was an architecture student for a
year during the 70s, you could work for 12
hours on a drawing, and had to drop indigo
ink into a stylus. If it bled, you had to start
all over. So in some ways, thank god for
computer! That said, in fashion, technology enhances what the designer does, but
doesn’t take away what’s already there.
THL: Is there any single tech-related
fashion item you’ve seen so far that you
think is great?
TG: For me, the test of new technology’s
greatness is our not being aware of it.
When it’s in our faces, I’m not a fan. I want
it to be so much a part of the overall DNA
of an item of apparel or an accessory, that
it seduces us subtly and then we realize it’s
there, as opposed to it being a blunt instrument. I think that’s what the consumer
wants, too, unless they happen to be a
techno geek.
THL: To that end, is there any fashion
tech item that you personally use?
TG: I use a Nike FuelBand. Because I’m a
New Yorker, I walk all the time, and Dr. Oz’s
words are always in my ears. What is it,
5,000 steps a day, or 10,000? But 10,000
takes forever. Anyway, the FuelBand’s not
obtrusive and it’s very informative. You plug
it in and find out all about yourself — it
makes me aware of what I do during the
day — your steps, food intake, liquids. I
have a much more acute awareness of my
behavior, which is a good thing, as opposed
to being oblivious to how we navigate the
world.
And you know, the TSA had me remove it,
recently, and when I came out on the other
side of security, they lost it. The bowl it was
in never came through.
THL: Is there some kind of dream fashion tech item, that doesn’t exist yet,
which you could imagine being unable
to live without in the near future?
recorded. The glasses themselves, aside
from the camera attachment, are all right,
but the presence of the [camera] is too
overwhelming for me.
tant to know how to build something. I was
a Lego freak as a kid, so I understand that
only too well. The actual making of clothes
— we [designers] all still need to experience it. Do we have to do it forever? No. But
TG: What I’m waiting for, and you can tell
THL: Gary Shteyngart wrote an amazing we need to understand how things are put
me if it’s already out there or not — I’m
piece about Google Glass for The New
together.
an ostrich — will be in the form of under- Yorker, sometime in the last month.
garments rather than apparel we see. I’m
He’s one of the Explorers. It’s the most
Also, I tell my students, I want you to know
looking for something that is an excellent, comprehensive picture of the experithe rules, so you can break them. Every
foolproof sunscreen.
ence we’ve seen so far.
designer has a responsibility to know,
intimately, the history of their discipline.
THL: Well, there’s UV protective clothTG: Great, I’ll have to find that one and read Students say “it’s so boring.” But what if
ing…
it. My New Yorkers are piling up.
you’re a sculptor and you’re working in
TG: True, but I don’t want to be choosing
THL: Mine too. Moving on, are any
isolation on a mountain top and you bring
a shirt or pants. That’s why I say undergar- designers you know doing something
your work to a gallery, and the gallery
ments are so critical. It could be leggings
you find interesting with 3D printing?
says it looks just like Giacometti? Well, you
for a woman or long johns for a man. I say We’re huge fans of the technology, so
have a responsibility to know who that is.
this because with the shift in our envifar. What are your general thoughts on I say to my students, we must collect the
ronment, it’s affecting our skin, and the
it as it applies to fashion?
information that’s out there and put it in
changes are going to be more profound. We
the Rolodex, so to speak. I’m always saying
think about putting sunscreen on our faces, TG: I think it’s still in its infancy. But I’m
fashion happens in a context. Look at LL
but meanwhile, those rays penetrate our
rapt by it, I agree with you. I’m in the
Bean. I have the greatest respect for the
clothing.
middle of home visits for season 12 of
brand, I wear things from there — and it’s
Project Runway, and one of the finalists is
the same pair of boat shoes I wore 50 years
THL: And speaking of wearable tech, we using 3D printing. I won’t even give you a
ago.
have to ask: do you think Google Glass
gender, but this individual is able to do this
will ever look fashionable?
because of the support of a research center And it’s not just in your discipline.
at a university. The individual does not own
Its political and economic — you
TG: Let me tell you. Nina Garcia was on the the technology, but has been given carte
need to know what’s going on
set of Project Runway, and she tweeted
blanche to use it. I watched it in action —
that she’s going to wear Google Glass to all fascinating.
in the world. Well, back to your
of the upcoming NYFW shows. I love Nina;
question. The designer should
she’s a stunning, fashionable individual.
THL: That brings us to our final thought
She looked like an idiot. If there was some — as technology pervades all sectors of still experience the making of the
way to embed that camera… I don’t want our lives, is there one analog technique
garment.
to see it. I don’t want it to bludgeon me. I
or skill you’d tell fledgling designers
asked Nina, “what is this?” And she said she never to forget?
was recording me. And I said, “why don’t
you just hold the camera? Why do you have TG: If you look at Michael Kors, he’s not
to wear the glasses?”
making clothes. He can’t, he has an empire.
But he can do it. When I meet young people
And then it becomes an issue, like wire tap- who profess to be designers, I can tell from
ping…maybe you should have to declare
their 2D drawings whether they’ve ever
that you’re observing me and it’s being
actually made clothes or not. It’s so impor-
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COUTURE
“I didn’t get started in a traditional way
as most designers did, by deciding to
be a fashion designer in a young age, I
discovered my talent by chance.
My story started when I was in the university, School of Computer Science “Arab
Academy For Science and Technology”.
One of my professors told me that my
skills are a good match for the School of
Architecture. I took my teacher’s advice
and joined the School of Architecture
instead. There, I met professor Mohamed
Shaker” The Ex Dean of Faculty of Fine
Arts Alexandria University”.He suggested
that I’d better focus on Arts.
I always count my blessings and consider
my friends, family and professors to be
one of them. They always had faith in
me. This encouraged and helped me a lot
to let the designer inside me grow.
Designer SPOTLIGHT
After graduation, I though about
learning Arts as I felt it’s a hobby that
I should consider. I studied fashion design and felt totally inclined
toward discovering more about this
field. Then, I realized that fashion
design is my passion. After that, I
joined the Italian Fashion Academy
where my skills grew and developed.
The positive feedback that I used to
get there boosted me to go on and
take this path as my future career.
I am dreaming of having my own
fashion line and making women feel
special and unique when they wear
my dresses.
Creating a dress is like making a
piece of art. I really love what I am
doing and It ‘s my whole life.”
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MODEL
Fashion Affair September
of the month
ON THE COVER:
Model- Leslie –Pinkerton Modeling Agency
Photography- D’Andre Michael - @dandremichael
Wardrobe Stylist- Misty Casseus - @styling4la
Hair- D’Andre Michael
Make-up- D’Andre Michael
LESLIE
ALLEN
I was discovered in a local beauty
pageant in Texas. I caught the pageant bug at a young age and finally
decided to give it a try at eleven. My
first agent was in the audience, and
that was the day that started it all. Like
many models, I was a really awkward
looking child. Imagine being 5’9” as a
twelve year old. I remember my teachers telling me I was photogenic and
should model, but I had no interest until
I finally said, “why not?” My favorite
shoots by far are the ones that take me
to exotic locations and the ones that
allow me to play a character. I recently
went to Cape Town, South Africa and
had to hang upside down for a shoot in
these amazing handcrafted bodysuits.
The modeling industry is one of the few
industries, or maybe the only, where
it is perfectly legal to be discriminatory. If a designer wants only blondes
in her show, she can have only blondes.
If a designer wants only models from
Oshkosh, Wisconsin in his show, he can.
That’s something that I’m still learning
to accept. Some things are completely
out of your hands, but everything else
is there for the taking. I moved to Los
Angeles like thousands every year to
pursue my actual passion, acting. I’ve
been in commercials, music videos, television shows, and just completed my first
movie. I am extremely excited about
the things to come in 2014.
LESLIE
ALLEN
model
Black Dress- Helmut Lang
Heels- Giuseppe Zanotti
Earrings- Stylist Own
Bracelet- YUBIYOU
“I love working with both models
and celebrities for various reasons.
Celebs are more image-orientated
where with models, you are able to
be a little more creative.
Both results are equally rewarding.”
D’Andre
Michael
Photographer and Hair & Makeup Artist
Official: www.bydandremichael.com (under construction)
Photography/Makeup: www.modelmayhem.com/byDAndreMichaelinc1.com
Makeup: www.margaretmaldonado.com/category/make-up/artist/dandre-michael
Facebook: www.facebook.com/dandre.michael
Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/DAndreMichael2
Cosmetics: www.uglygirlcosmetics.com
“Are you undeniably gorgeous, lovely and young?
If so, you are an U.G.L.Y. Girl!”
The new cosmetic line, started by celebrity make-up artist D’Andre Michael,
is taking the world by storm! By upending the idea of what U.G.L.Y. really means,
D’Andre Michael challenges young women to look inside themselves
and to defy conventional aesthetic labels.
White button down shirt
with bow tie print- G.Q.A. Clothing
Skirt- Allsaints
Heels- Vince Camuto
Hat- Stylist Own
Necklace- YUBIYOU
Earrings- YUBIYOU
“I love working in a
studio because I can
control the lighting and
I know what I’m
getting.
Although those times
I’ve shot outside,
I still use my lights.”
White Blazer- BCBG MAXAZRIA
Pants- Helmut Lang
Heels- Vince Camuto
Necklace- Stylist Own
Belt- Stylist Own
FASHION AFFAIR: What inspired you
about doing this shoot and why you chose Leslie
as your model and what it was/is like working
with her?
MISTY: After working with each other for about 2
years, D’Andre and I have come to realize we have
a lot in common as far as the type of style we like
to see in editorials. We usually start with a thought
and try to find images to make an inspiration board.
This shoot we wanted to experiment with different
bold accessories, that would help make a statement.
We also wanted to show off Leslie’s long legs and
beautiful skin tone. D’Andre found Leslie through
Pinkerton Modeling agency. He sent me her portfolio and I was immediately blown away. Being a
stylist in L.A. finding a model that is a “true” model
is very few and far between. Leslie has a very eccentric look, and legs for days. When we shot with
her she didn’t disappoint, she rocked the shoot. She is
very comfortable in front of the camera and knows
how to move her body. Mid way through the shoot
we had one question for her, “Why are you here
and not in NYC or Paris!?”
MISTY
CASSEUS
q&a with
wardrobe stylist
FASHION AFFAIR: How is it different working with a modelrather than a celebrity?
MISTY: Shooting with a model is very different than a celebrity. Models know how
to move and pose, they know what angles are best for them...because it is their job.
Celebrities are models sometime by default. They sometimes need a bit more guidance and take a while to warm up to the camera, which can make for a longer shoot.
Back in the day it was only models that graced the covers of magazines, now magazines know in order to sell magazines they have to have a celebrity grace the cover.
Both groups are fun to shoot with. I enjoy putting celebrities in outfits they normally
wouldn’t try, and I love finding hidden gems like Leslie, that can turn an ordinary shoot
into something magical.
FASHION AFFAIR: What do you like best about studio shooting?
MISTY: Shooting in a studio is ideal, mostly because D’Andre and I are not morning
people. Our ideal shoot starts after lunch time. We are able to have more control over
lightning, and we are also able to take our time. Shooting outside leaves to much to
chance, and nothing is worse than rushing so you won’t lose your light.
“When we shot
with her she didn’t
disappoint,
she rocked the
shoot. She is very
comfortable in
front of the
camera and knows
how to move her
body.”
-Misty
wardrobe stylist
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FASHION
PSYCHOLOGY
Dawnn Karen is a NYC- based Fashion Psychologist.
She focuses on bridging the gap between perception
and reality by styling from the inside out.
RESUSCITATING
YOUR
RELATIONSHIP
refuse to flatline your love
So after scouring your city to find your perfect guy,
going on date after date, donning various outfit
changes to avoid wearing the same thing twice; you
finally found the guy that is marriage material or
could at least be more than a casual partner. The
courting continues and you even pull out your little
black dress on one of your dates.
first step is to refocus on confidence building;
spending more time with you by spending less
time at his place. Set aside “me-time” to practice
healthy activities of “self love”, giving yourself permission to be yourself “self acceptance” and to take
care of yourself “self-respect”.
The second step is to review and refocus on your
personal and relationship goals. After you recall
The communication moves beyond texts to late
night phone calls and a little “skyping”. After about what your goals are initiate a mentally stimulating conversation with your partner. Rediscover
a couple of months into the relationship, having
spent a significant amount of time with one anoth- your partner’s personal and relationship goals. You
should both assess whether or not you are on the
er you find yourself at his place 50 percent of the
same page or what compromises you are both willtime. You start to feel a bit more comfortable, the
ing to make. Always keep the conversations menextensions that you wear to make your hair fuller
tally stimulating by learning about one another’s
you no longer wear and you walk around in your
likes/dislikes and views on religion, politics, sex,
old sweats. You come home to him from work,
venting about the same things- your boss question- finances, current issues in the news, etc.
ing your potential, nagging yet encouraging phone
Now that you have resuscitated the internal flat
calls from your mom, why you think your best
line, you must resuscitate the external flat line.
friend’s boyfriend isn’t the one for her, and the list
Commence to wearing those extensions as you
goes on.
once did during the initial dating phase. When
You begin to notice that your partner is acting dif- you do decide to visit your partner’s abode, swap
the old sweats for lingerie or a silk robe. After full
ferently and you are not sure why. Subconsciously
resuscitation of the internal and external, keep the
you are beginning to feeling unattractive and unrelationship alive - never stop the courtship.
important. Is the “honeymoon” phase over? You
sense that this could be the start of a downward
spiral into a boring and predictable mode.
Haaa.... even resurrecting that little
Resuscitation needs to occur to avoid the flat line
black dress on a spontaneous date night!
that fatefully happens in most relationships. The
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Shoes: Charles David
Necklace: stylist owned
c o o l as
Photographed by TJ Manou www.tjmanou.com
Model - Rina
makeup & Hair - Tara Shakespeare
styling - Olga Chechina
ICE
Photographed by TJ Manou www.tjmanou.com
Model - Rina
makeup & Hair - Tara Shakespeare
styling - Olga Chechina
Top by V.Olga
Shorts by Wolford
Shoes: ASH
Top by Cynthia Steffe
Shoes: Jeffrey Cambell
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FASHION
beauty
with Alicia R. Camlibel, Ph.D., LPC, Psychotherapist
My best friend recently got
married. I have known her
practically my entire life.
Shortly after she announced the
engagement, she came to visit
for a long weekend. Needless to
say, the topic of the engagement
and wedding came up over that
time. She began to describe to
us her fiance and the picture
she painted was of a man opposite to her in every way. He
is a tall, tattooed, retired athlete and she is a petite, professional, suit wearing, mother
of two. Among the many comments about him one struck
a cord with me that weekend,
she said something to the effect of, “our relationship is easy
and it works, it works with me,
it works with the kids, it just
works.” Like most good friends
and family would do, I was extremely happy and excited for
her, and beyond eager to meet
him.
&
Fast forward a few months later. The
weekend of the wedding has arrived
and my family and I finally get to
meet him. The physical differences
between them are very obvious, however, the similarities become apparent
over the course of the weekend. It
becomes evident why, as she put it, “it
just works.” They share many similarities, including a love of family and
friends, a passion for nutrition and
exercise, the ability to talk and share
things, and a desire to make each
other the best they can be and mutual goals for the future. As we got to
know him, my family and I came to
love him just like we love her.
You may ask why the heck, as part
of my inaugural article for Fashion Affair Magazine, I am telling
you this story. Well, this wedding
weekend, coincided with me becoming a contributor to this fabulous
magazine. As I thought about what
to write for this first, and oh so
important column, I kept thinking
about my newly married friend. I
kept thinking about how she said
upon first glance, some people who
know her were initially thinking,
how opposite these two are. I kept
thinking how you, as a reader of this
great magazine, may be thinking the
same thing about me and Fashion
Affair Magazine. In a nutshell, I am
a psychotherapist on the East coast
of the United States, I am a wife and
mother of three small children, who
is lucky to put on some mascara and
blush, in addition to a coordinated
outfit each morning, as I rush out the
door to work. Upon first glance, I
may appear to be the totally opposite
of Fashion Affair Magazine. However,
just like in my opening paragraph,
I am hoping that with time you will
come to know and love what I bring
to the table. First and foremost, I am
passionate about people and helping
them be the best they can be. I am
passionate about helping people to
think about things in a different way
and hopefully change their feelings
about certain things. I am passionate
about sharing what I know towards
You just don’t know
until you know!
You know?
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these ends. I speak and write from
the heart and I am honest, sincere,
and respectful of all people. Fashion
Affair Magazine aims to achieve the
same goals. They bring the reader
the latest in fashion, they help their
readers by giving them information
on issues that affect them and relate
to the fashion world. Let’s face it,
fashion changes the way people feel,
not only about themselves but the
world around them. Fashion trends
directly relate to the times and define
the eras in which they were created
and leave a mark in our psyches that
lasts a life time. What Fashion Affair
does through the medium of fashion,
I try to do through the medium of
my writings about psychology and
by sharing stories, information, and
antidotes with you. Just like my good
friend who I described above, I am
hoping you will come to see that this
too is the start of a beautiful friendship and collaboration.
Just think of how sad it would be if we didn’t give others a chance. How much
we would potentially be missing out on if we made snap judgments based on
appearances and never let others share their stories or never allowed ourselves
to get to know others. There is an old saying, “Don’t judge a person until you
have walked a mile in their shoes.” So if there is one lesson you take from this
column, I urge you to not judge others based on appearances, to remember
that sometimes opposites do not only attract but complement and bring out
the best in each other. If after giving a person or a situation a chance, as long
as it is not causing danger or harm to you or someone you love, if it doesn’t
work for you, that is fine. That is called taking care of yourself. However, it is
important to remember that similarities exist among many things in life and
how sad it is when we deprived ourselves of these opportunities.
I just want to thank Fashion Affair Magazine for giving me a chance to write
and share with all of you and I want to thank you for taking the time to read
my column and getting to know me better. I also want to publicly congratulate my best friend and her new husband.
Take good care until next month,
Alicia
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H A U T E
C O U T U R E
SARMY REYES is a skilled latino designer
from Los Angeles and winner of the “LGBT”
award in 2013 and nominated and voted
“Artist of the year” for his creativity as a
Designer.
Sarmy has hosted several of his own fashion shows, helping to raise monies for
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Latino) and he also supports “LGBT”. With
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Sarmy has been interviewed repeatedly
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and Tv Azteca America. He has recently
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MUA: Johari Naves
Photographer: Carlos Alfredo
Models: Marisol Garcia, Natalija Mariposa and Nayroby Ortiz
Shoes: Fashionably Hurt by Gustavo Hurtado
futuristic
futuristic
ESTONIA
Model: Verena Krausser (Eskimo Scouting Germany)
MUA, Hair, Nails: Elena Becker (Redken Artists)
Set Desigh: Bjorn Koop
Dress/Styling: Christina Rehberg, Helena Benac
Bag Accessories: Kadri Kruus
Necklace: Tanel Veenre
Metal Accessories: Dana Mikelson (CEXN)
Shoes: Buffalo, redesign by Bjorn Koop
Making-of and Assistance: Dennis Sattler
Photo/Post: Sandra Mika/sandra-mika.com
Accessories: selfmade by Sandra Mika
A few months ago,
designer Björn Koop and
I met at a party. We
started to talk about
his home country,
Estonia. A beautiful
place with creative
heads and a clear trend
in techniques. Björn
started to create his
own vision of his feeling for Estonia. He
included the estonian
designers Kaadri Kruus
and Tanel Veenre into
the project.
Corset: Dana Mikelson (CEXN)
The second designer is Helena Benac. She uses
vivid and strong colors in novel materials.
We got some accessories from the amazing fashion
label CEXN. These accessories allowed us to
underline the great emphasize of our model,
Verena. She captured the look of the perfect
‘estonian girl’. She gave a strong impression
with a puff of coolness.
Mask: Dana Mikelson (CEXN)
Kaadri designed some
wonderful bags for
this shoot
specifically.
Christina Rehberg
is used to design
straight slices.
Her outfits impress
with a strong female
look without
unnecessary
ornaments.
Bag: Kadri Kruus, Necklace: Loulou and Seraphine
Necklace: Tanel Veenre, Shoes: Selfmade
Elena Becker was our hair
& makeup artist.
She is influenced by
uncommon braids.
Each outfit was styled
differently. We were
able to see the
traditional element of
braids transition into a
new and clear relation.
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Women’s Pinstripe Anchor Tank - Easy
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FA S H I O N
helping others in the name of
WEAR GOOD:
Look down. Where did those clothes you’re
wearing come from? Or maybe, what are they
doing? Getting dressed every morning is often
overlooked and simply falls into routine. But
we here at Barnabas Clothing Co. want to take
such an integral part of our lives and allow
it to effortlessly impact others all around the
world. Living a positive lifestyle can be as easy
as throwing on a t-shirt in the morning! Wear a
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you are making it happen.
GIVE GOOD:
Did you know that your Barnabas purchase will
help better the lives for those with terminal illnesses in Kenya? Non-profit organization “Living
Room International” receives 10% of all sales at
Barnabas Clothing, which is then used to provide
physical treatment, medical support, and train
caregivers, and emotional treatment to support
families. Each purchase made goes towards
these efforts, which means each customer has
the power to better the lives of others. Inside
each garment we connect the dots with a “Because of You” statement, so you know exactly
how your purchase is making a difference.
LIVE GOOD:
A charitable purchase is a great way to make a
difference, but lasting benefits must come from
within. Barnabas encourages everyone to live
a life worth imitating. That is, a bold and courageous disposition that will stand by what ever
it takes to promote the well being of others.
Wearing a brand that upholds such standards
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The WHY behind the brand
Barnabas Clothing is inspired by the work the Living Room International organization continues to do in Kenya. We see their compassion, their dedication, and their
commitment to hope, even in the face of suffering and death, as extraordinary.
Their daily decision to live in solidarity with the outcasts and love those living on the
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Those infected are more often left orphaned or widowed because their loved ones
have been killed by the sickness. Others experience severe rejection or abandonment from their families or communities due to long-held stigmas about the disease.
The Living Room International is a non-profit organization based in Western Kenya
that provides comprehensive care to those men, women and children living with
HIV/AIDS or other life threatening illnesses. Their vision is to be a community that
honors life and offers hope and they do so by becoming family to those that are dying. The organization has a 26 bed inpatient hospice facility that allows them to provide compassionate medical, emotional and spiritual support for the patient in their
final days of life. The environment and atmosphere is that of a home - everyone is
welcome, everyone is loved, and everyone belongs. No one is left to face their pain
or fears alone. Outside of the facility, the staff also makes home visits, bringing critical care and compassion to house-bound patients. In addition to hospice care, the
Living Room is a training institute on HIV/AIDS prevention and in collaboration with
other organizations provides education and resources to the surrounding community.
In a culture overrun with violent images and messages
of settling for society’s standard of what is ‘normal’, we at
BARNABAS want to say something different. We say: ‘Be
bold and courageous!’ And we want to encourage anyone
and everyone to be fearless in making choices that make
a difference in their life as well as those around them.
We think the best way to get that message out is to be
examples of this message and be intentional about living
our lives with purpose and action to LIVE A LIFE WORTH IMITATING.
So, BARNABAS is more than a brand or a logo -- it’s an
identity and lifestyle. The actual meaning of the name is
“Son of Encouragement,” and here at BARNABAS we see
our purpose as just that - To be people of encouragement
in every aspect of our lives - with what we say, what we
do and even with the clothes we wear.
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