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“Infashuation” Who Is Your Fashion Icon?

DIXIE LINCOLN-NICHOLS

I never thought I could rock a hat until the fabulous Dixie Lincoln-Nichols encouraged me. A fashion + beauty goddess, Dixie can make sweatpants look fashionable. We met via Twitter almost 12 years ago and like fine wine, her style keeps getting more fascinating + is also one to watch as well as aspire to. Dixie’s mix of prints and textures is a genuine reflection of how she lives (big + boldly). I can only hope to fully embrace my inner and outer beauty as graciously as she has.

Vanessa Coppes

CEO & Editor-In-Chief

DIANA ROSS

Growing up, my nickname was “Diana” because I would spend hours in front of the mirror lipsyncing songs in the most elaborate, flashy outfits I could fashion into a dress from my mom’s closet. I distinctly remember the first moment I laid eyes on Diana Ross...I was just a school-aged little girl standing in front of the TV. I was completely awestruck and mesmerised by Diana’s beauty and talent, but it was her positive light, stunning gowns, and her sassy free spirit that kept me a fan forever and ever. She is the epitome of glamour! To this day, if we are at a party, my parents jokingly ask if I’m going to change costumes throughout due to Diana Ross’ influence to the point that my childhood friends often write messages on my social media like, “Oh, Diana, you never disappoint!”

Janene Mascarella

Beauty Director

CAMILA COELHO

I think when talking about style and fashion today, it is important to recognize the industry’s influencers and emerging entrepreneurs. Social media influencers like Camila Coelho are modern day celebrities, doing more than just curating flawless Instagram feeds. The Brazilian businesswoman is not only a fashion, beauty, and lifestyle blogger and YouTube star, she is also the founder of the beauty brand, Elaluz, and the fashion line, Camila Coelho Collection. Her personal style is feminine and chic, highlighting neutral tones with doses of colors and patterns. With more than 11 million followers and subscribers combined, Camila is setting style trends, collaborating with major fashion brands like Revolve, and positively influencing the masses, orchestrating philanthropic efforts in support of the Epilepsy Foundation of America. A true fashionista, Camila has mastered a flawless balance of sexy and sophisticated, and I am always pulling wardrobe and beauty inspiration from her page!

Jennifer DeCillis

Publisher

DIANA ROSS

One of our all-time favorite fashion icons is the beautiful and talented Diana Ross. We the night. Yes, I’m always a little unapologetically overdressed for an event

remember being toddlers and watching her perform on televison. We were instantly mesmerized by her talent, beauty, makeup, and style. She was often adorned in exquisite Bob Mackie gowns, and to this day we are still in awe of that glittery, dramatic 70’s style! We find ourselves trying to emulate those looks because they were true fashion statements.

We also love that her talent and beauty has stood the test of time, and she seems to have a wonderful family life as a devoted mom and grandma.

Mindy Gura & Paula Orlan

Fashion Stylists

TAN FRANCE

While making his debut on Netflix’s “Queer Eye,”

Tan France has had over a decade of history in the fashion industry. What I enjoy most about his style is how he is able to take casual pieces and give them an elevated twist, balancing color tones and shape in menswear. I love watching him experiment with various fashion trends by implementing statement pieces like a print shirt or shoe. Another reason he is my current fashion icon is because I love how he is able to use his knowledge of fashion to help others feel great about themselves through clothing. On “Queer Eye,” one of the most notable fashion tips he has given is the “French tuck,” the act of tucking the front of your shirt into your pants while leaving the rest of it out. Hope this helps add some flare to your look!telling stories, and today, I get to do that through my work “behind the scenes.”

Jonathan Calixto

Fashion Correspondent

KAMIE CRAWFORD

Kamie Crawford inspires me on so many levels. She is a journalist, TV host, producer, model, and entrepreneur, and I look up to her for her career and fashion sense. She’s passionate about spreading body positivity and diversity in an industry that’s focused on an “ideal” instead of celebrating beauty of all sizes and colors. Her style is both glamorous and comfy, but really, she can rock anything. Kamie is not afraid to be herself, and it shows—she’s always glowing! That mindset is definitely one we can all learn from.

Julie Freeman

Editorial Assistant

SELENA GOMEZ

Growing up I always

ZENDAYA

Zendaya’s fashion, much like her career, continues to inspire me. She’s always had a maturity to her looks that makes you take her seriously. At the same time, she plays around with androgyny and spunkiness, constantly changing up her look, yet somehow managing to keep her style playful and fresh. It’s a toss-up whether I fell in love more with her look attending the Giorgio Armani Privé show for Paris Fashion Week in that feminine tuxedo, or her headturning gown from the 2019 Emmy Awards. I’m in awe of her talent and how she carries herself, and I feel like that is reflected in her personal style. I think she’ll keep heads turning for years to come.

Amanda Mactas

Food, Travel & Accessories Editor admired the stylish, sexy, and extremely talented

Selena Gomez. From a young age, watching her grow through her acting and singing career, she has always shown how beauty can be displayed both inside and out.

Her new beauty brand, Rare Beauty (launches this fall), emphasizes the point that we should all be able to feel comfortable in our own skin. Rare Beauty is aimed to motivate us to be our true selves, and shine from the inside out. Selena is an inspiration to men, women, boys, and girls all around, helping us to feel empowered to express our own definition of beautiful.

Amanda Ringel

Intern

MICHAEL PORTER

Certain people you meet in life inspire you to be a better version of yourself just by watching them grow and develop over time into an icon. Michael Porter, indie fashion designer in New York City, designs urban wear, wedding gowns, and edgy/provocative couture apparel for such notables as Grammy award-winning producer DJ Dirty Harry, Grammy award-winning rap artist Ludacris, platinum rap artist Juelz Santana, radio host Russ Parr, model Alicia Ann Whitten, radio host Wendy Williams, and former NFL player Steve McNair. Michael debuted his edgy couture collection in his first exclusive fashion show staged in 2010 with a full album performance by Grammy singer Miguel Jontel. That event put Michael Porter’s fashion line, Enerve Fashion On Edge, officially on the map. That is where I met him, photographing my first fashion show. I have admired his hard work and determination ever since that day, and he has become one of my favorite designers and a great friend. Michael’s designs have been featured in several magazines, including Elegant, Le Fil d’Or, Mafia, Sheeba, and BB Magazine. Follow him on Instagram @Original_Enerve_Fashion.

Jessica Cirz

Cover and Features Photographer

VENUS WILLIAMS

My latest “Infashuation” is Venus Williams’ new athleisure clothing collection, EleVen. While I’m not a tennis buff, Venus’

Everyday looks are perfectly aligned with my fitness fashion goals. I’ve never been one who was influenced by brands; instead, I look for form and function. Venus’ collection of moveable and breathable fabrics, vibrant colors, and sensible activewear style— with a bit of sass—is a winner in my book.

Read more about Venus’ line in Mind+Body, pages 112-113.

Gina LaGuardia

Editorial Director 43