CIÉL : The Pilot Edition by Ciel Magazine

Editor’s Note

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One said that inspiration came from everywhere, and we definitely got ours from the one named Lee Chaerin.

It all started with random ideas and discussions in 2013, which then quickly developed as an official planning to release a legit magazine.We’ve been working and receiving help from different people all around the world, who shares the same love and inspiration by CL, which we’re so very grateful for.

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Now, CIEL is a fanmade magazine made to tribute our love for the one and only baddest female, Lee Chaerin, from us GZBz to all the bad girls around the world.

Our mission, is to ensure that GZBz, will get the chance to take part in this fanzine, no matter where they come from, no matter how old they are or no matter what their occupation is. Cause we do realize that the love for CL comes from anywhere, in any form, and in any kind of possible way. Do prepare to have a mental breakdown by the Queens’ awesomeness in our Pilot Edition! NOW SET THEM ON FIRE!

Love,

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WHAT’S UP CIEL LA MODE BLACK & WHITE EN NOIR V.XVII.MMXIV GZBZ CLIQUE GOLDEN GZB D.I.L.C GZBZ AROUND THE WORLD CREDITS

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2014, is definitely CL’s year! The first 4 months have already been a beautiful beginning for Lee Chaelin aka CL of 2NE1, and for all us GZBz out there. Collaborations with both musicians and fashion designers, endorsements from global brands, and the most important achievement in her career is the promotion of singer-songwriter. With the announcement of 2NE1’s second world tour, ‘ALL OR NOTHING’, the anticipation of 2NE1’s new album was high. The fans kept waiting for news of the new album. When it finally came, imagine the surprise the fans had when we got to know that CL co-composed 3 of the 10 tracks (with help from the other producers from YG Entertainment, including Teddy, Choice37, Dee.P and Peejay) and wrote the lyrics for 2 more tracks, one of which is MTBD, her solo song in the album. This achievement of being a singer-songwriter gave 2NE1 an additional edge over the other KPOP Female idol groups in Korea. While there have been instances of group members writing songs for their groups, to be this involved in the production of an album is a first. And definitely won’t be her last.

The release of the album, ‘CRUSH’, was delayed to 26th February (from 24th February) to coincide with CL’s birthday. Seeing it as one of the milestones in her career, the CEO of YG Entertainment, Yang Hyun Suk, wanted to make it special for CL. ‘CRUSH’ went on to top not only Korean music portals, but also achieve great results on Billboard. It

peaked at #61 on Billboard 200, and #2 for World Album category. YG Entertainment is well-known for giving their artistes the freedom to create the music that they want. With CL taking up the new role of a songwriter in 2NE1, it opened up new avenues for the group to show off their individual colors and their synergy as a whole group.

“ Since I wrote a lot of the music, its even more personal to us than our previous records “

“ Hold up, you in the presence of a Queen “ - Dirty Vibe, CL

The other noteworthy collaboration that CL had taken part in is the joint collaboration between Diplo, Grammy Award winner Skrillex and G-Dragon (from Big Bang). The collaboration track, titled ‘Dirty Vibe’, is one of the tracks in Skrillex recentlyreleased album. ‘Recess’ is Skrillex’s first studio album and was recorded while he was touring around the world, including countries such as the United States, South Korea, Canada and the United Kingdom. ‘Dirty Vibe’ is labelled as the title song when the album went on sale on Korean popular music sites. ‘Recess’ went on to peak at #4 on Billboard Top 20.

CL is well-known for having a great sense of fashion and her trendy image has clinched her the endorsements from some of the most well-known brands in the world. In February 2014, it was announced that CL is the new face for Maybelline New York (Korea), which was extremely shocking but the representatives from Maybelline New York expressed that instead of choosing a pretty face as the spokesperson, CL was qualified because of her reputation as a fashionista and her trend-setter image matched their brand image.

Following that, it was revealed that CL has also been chosen as the model for KGB alcoholic beverage. As part of the marketing promotions, CL would be looking out for a duet partner for the commercial film song that she was going to compose. Representatives then reasoned out why they chose CL as the model, as she fits into the lifestyle model for this particular age group as their main target is ladies in their 20s. Not to mention, CL’s talents in music also accounts for the choice.

The most recent endorsement that CL took out on is the infamous Glaceau Vitamin Water. With the slogan, ‘Show Your Color’, it is a great reflection of CL’s own colors as a stage performer - varied, diverse and daring. In the still cuts that had been revealed, we see CL cutting off her fringe minutes before her stage performance because she sees it as a way to better express herself, a better way to show off her colors on stage.

“ Show Your Colour “

In the area of fashion, CL has also left her mark. Her collaboration with On Pedder, ‘On Pedder Loves CL feat. Kenzo’, has her wearing the latest season from Kenzo and showcasing the edgy footwear and accessories from luxury brands that On Pedder is well-known for importing. The video used MTBD, which is her solo track in 2NE1’s ‘CRUSH’ album as the background music. CL also attended the launch party at On Pedder’s shop, meeting fans and other fashion industry people before 2NE1’s ‘ALL OR NOTHING’ concert in Hong Kong.

Another pleasant surprise was when CL appeared as the finale act for DKNY S/S 2014 runway. No one knew that she is appearing, which surprised everyone who was present that very day. They were rather very much impressed by the confidence and charisma that she possessed as she walked down the runway, showing off the charm that is uniquely CL. Jeremy Scott has always named CL as one of his muses. Now, it seems that CL has also become the muse of the Marcelo Burlon, creative director of County of Milan. For their S/S 2014 collection, CL and County of Milan collaborated and released the ‘CHAELIN TEE’.

With the numerous endorsements and the move to a singer-songwriter in her career, CL has once again proven to the world that being true to oneself and hard work would pay off. As her fans, we are proud of her and continue to look forward to what CL would show off to the world, both as a musician and as a fashionista.

“ Being a fan of a fashionista, we’ll always learn 1 or 2 things about fashion itself. Some would just talk about it on the surface, but for the others, they like to dig it deep, just like yours truly. In this segment of our first issue, we’d love to share with you some of the funky accessories CL has been wearing out in photoshoots! “

fangophilia custom molded silver armor metal finger, usd 205

Fangophilia has got to be one of the weirdest and creepiest accessory designer we’ve ever seen but their concept is amazing & unique! Talk about unique, CL now has one custom made just for her!

Necklace & earrings made out of swarovski crystals, gold, leather and metal studs, in a shape of elephant. Does that sounds like a royal set of jewelries for you? No one fits to it perfectly like CL.

feverish jewellery all that elephant collection: large head pink necklace

feverish jewellery all that elephant collection: gold head earrings

ambush “nu order” collection: king magnus chain necklace, usd 2633 ambush “nu order” collection: gold door knocker earrings,usd 2633

AMBUSH and CL is a perfect match made in fashion heaven. Who else could be rockin’ the Magnus Gold Necklace and the Gold Knocker Earrings like a true queen? CL is the answer. Eddie Borgo, CL’s favourite jewelry designer since ‘Falling In Love’ era. His unique signature Five-Finger Ring design perfectly complement our queen’s fingers like it was made for her.

eddie borgo gold plated fivefinger ring with crystal embellishment,usd 1349

Being CL is all about making a statement. With the big ‘DAMAGE’ words dangling from her ears, she’s stating her powerful damaging effect for GZBz’s minds. Menboong!

damage logo earring in white, usd 78

CL wearing pink is a rare event, but if she does, you know she looks badass in it. Also, is it just us that Venessa Arizaga’s lily rose necklace reminds us of our childhood? Yes or no, we totally dig this necklace!

Venessa Arizaga Lily Rose Necklace, usd 350

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Have you ever came across an outfit that CL wore and want to wear similarly like her but can’t afford it? Well, here’s our very own handpicked set of affordable outfits that you may want to get your hands on and hang out with your friends at a party or just casually looking like the queen!

ALL GOLD ERRTHANG! king ice gold black 3 medallion medusa curb choker & earrings combo, usd 20

asos gold jacquard jacket, usd 40

bb dakota francis romper, usd 37.5

charlotte russe metallic super strappy platform heels, usd 40

image by face CL attending her best friend, Jeremy Scott Planet Christmas Party in Hong Kong. Fully decked out in Jeremy’s collections along with the Versace Gold Coin necklace and her Timberland Boots. What’s better then partying in a black and gold outfit?

topshop tribal finger and midi ring, usd 28 nasty gal lock horns tunnel earrings, usd 27

asos oversized seam detail kimono blouse in floral print, usd 68.5

american apparel Tri-Blend Racerback Tank, usd 20

poor boy hotpant denim shorts with leather look pocket detail, usd 41.9

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always so fresh to see our dearest Chaerin posting up photos on instagram. We always see her cute and bubbly self when she dresses up on casual days. Look at how simple but pretty a long shirt dress, a white tee and shorts looks like. Perfect for summer!

y.r.u elevation clear, usd 79.9

Hello Sunshine!

If you have not figured out what to wear to a summer concert, don’t fret! Here’s an outfit that’s gonna make you shine from the rest of the crowd with the loud and colourful apparels from head to toe. Also, don’t forget the sunblock!

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01. SUPERDRY, destroyed slouch tank, usd 59.9 // 02. 2CUTE2TRENDY, yellow seamless camisole tanktop, usd 10 // 03. NASTY GAL, reverse rainbow dream cutoff shorts, usd 58 // 04. BAD ACID, smiley sneakers, usd 75 // 05. UNIF, the moodys, usd 54 // 06. MONKI, meddow meow earrings, usd 5.6 // 07. CASIO, F11-4A2EF digital orange watch, usd 38 // 08. VASELINE, healthy body spf 30+++ 100ml, USD 21.5

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If you’re attending 2NE1s All or Nothing World Tour Concert, here is one of our AON inspired outfits for you to nolza with! A gorgeous galaxy leggings, kitty beanie & sunglasses and a see through bag to show off your merchandises! You’ll be the brightest star in the galaxy!

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01. LIVING ROYAL, cat ears beanie, usd 10 // 02. ASOS, denim shirt in retro midwash, usd 47 // 03. SEE YOU MONDAY, the galaxy legging, usd 8 // 04. KOMONO, tie-dye wizard, usd 75 // 05. BRECKELLE, biker-11 ankle metal combat boots, usd 33 // 06. ASOS, metal matte kitten sunglasses, usd 22.5 // 07. NASTY GAL, holo at me bag, usd 58 // 08. 2NE1, official lightstick ver.2, usd 24.99

written by amanda. Have you ever seen Kanye West in a killer leather sweatpants that he wears everywhere? Or have you ever seen our queen CL rockin’ a piece of leather tank top, or an all-black leather pants that, when you pay closer attention to it, you’ll see impeccable details and an extraordinary leather work? Well if all this time you’re wondering about the brand of those black leather outfits, then let us introduce you to

En Noir launched in 2012 during the New York Fashion Week, where the brand gained its first spotlight after having the most packed and eye-catching presentation with their baroque themes collection that were quite rare, especially for streetwear, at that time. But suddenly, it became an addiction to celebrities and fashionstas all around the world. The man behind this spotlight-stealer brand is none other than Rob Garcia, a streetwear fashion designer who left Black Scale to pursue his dream and create his own fashion brand. His journey for En Noir begins at the end of 2011,

where he met some people at fashion week who gave him motivation to make his own brand, and it ends up with his resignation from Black Scale after he designed everything up until Summer 2012 Collection. As his first step for En Noir, he did a huge collection of about 50 pieces that he wanted to presented like on a fashion week and all. He’s working with a great factory in Paris that produced Balmain, some of Chanel products, and even Kanye West’s women’s line. He learned a lot from that factory, which made him slowed down a little bit to try learn new

things such as how to get the silhouettes right, get the fits right, and even trying to see how the reception gonna be like along with his partner, rapper Darryl ‘Curt@!n$’ Jackson. Garcia and Curt@!n$ themselves are big fans of Balmain, Rick Owens and Saint Laurent. They always look up at Hedi Slimane (the present creative director of Saint Laurent) as the greatest menswear designer ever. For them, Hedi Slimane was the one who made it fashionable for men to still be men but be into fashion and makes it possible for men to really pay attention to what they wear.

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“ To me, Hedi Slimane is the best ever. He does exactly what the f*ck he wants to do. He came back to YSL, and because it’s the first season again, I had to get as many pieces as possible. I wear YSL hoodie damn near everyday, that’s how my outfit is---a lot of black and a lot of the same pieces. Instead of five hoodies, i have one. Instead of six pairs of jeans, I have two. I just get expensive pieces and wear them all the time. Once you find your aesthetic and it works, you stick with it. Hedi does that and so does Rick Owens. It’s consistency. I love that ” -Rob Garcia (GQ, June 2013)

The story of En Noir, Kanye West & A$AP Rocky. As what Rob Garcia shared in his interview with Complex Magazine, En Noir got its connection with Kanye West through his stylist who saw En Noir’s pieces on Instagram and Tumblr. “She tried to find me and get hold of the sweats, so she hit me up one morning and I actually had a sample pair which I’ve been developing. I went over to fit him (Kanye) and they fit perfect. She was like “do you have any other pieces?” I brought the whole collection, and they ended up taking it to Miami to pull from, for some videos.” For their connection with A$AP Rocky, Curt@!ns said that actually, the samples were just getting made for their personal use, to test out, when A$AP Rocky saw Rob Garcia with the tank top and immediately he was like “I need that.” over that supposed-to-be a test out product. “Having Rocky (A$AP) and ‘Ye (Kanye West) wear it and actually like the stuff was really dope for me to know that I’m making things that two respected, fashionable figures really enjoy. Especially for a name that has no website yet. It’s not even in stores. It’s crazy” said Rob. (Complex, August 2012) SIGNATURE What makes En Noir unique is because of their position that stands between highfashion and streetwear, and that makes them got the title as a luxury streetwear

fashion or a street couture brand. The signature of En Noir is definitely the usage of leather garments that prohibitively expensive for people and turns it into a fashion product that even celebrities would happily wear in the hottest summer day cause it’s said to be ‘very comfortable, even I would like to wear these everyday. En Noir developed as a notion to merge high-end, luxury pieces with street wear. They feature excessive use of dark hues, extreme attention to detail in fit, quality, design, and use of leather as well as waxed fabrics. LATEST COLLECTION AND WHAT’S NEXT FROM EN NOIR En Noir came with their latest Fall/Winter 2014 Collection, the “Monochromatic Grand Minimalism”, on New York Fashion Week 2014. The show which took place at the Park Avenue Armory, definitely bringing anew level of artistic that goes beyond the said-to-be conventional fashion show. Connecting the gap between fashion and architecture, Rob Garcia, together with Creative Director Jason Wolter, former Swedish House Mafia DJ Steve Angelio, and architects Daniel Arsham & Alex Mustonen from Brooklyn-based design practice Snarkitecture, put on a fashion show which successfully turned into a grand performance, filled with dark and powerful theatrical atmosphere.

The brand’s latest designs includes neoprene, fox furs, distressed sequins, raw denim and pony hair as part of their collection. The clothing boasted a subtle military influence, that could easily be seen in the chain mail-esque details and stiffs, and also armor-like leather pieces. With a color pallete of pretty much the signature all-black and arrangement of luxe leather pieces, En Noir’s latest collection said by Hypebeast as “Its strongest yet.” GQ awarded Rob Garcia (En Noir, New York) as one of the GQ’s 2014 Best New Menswear Designers in America along with John Moore (M.Nii, Los Angeles), Daniel Lewis (Brooklyn Tailors, Brooklyn), and John Elliott (John Elliott + Co, Los Angeles) As an honor to these talented designers, GQ teams up with GAP to produce a capsule collection in collaboration with GQ’S BNMDA winners. All four labels will have reasonably priced collections coming to Gap stores for Fall 2014. The challenge for Rob Garcia and En Noir is to make leather and chainmail biker jackets become affordable for the massed. We can’t wait for this collaboration cause its definitely a cannot-be-missed collaboration of 2014!

En Noir Fall / Winter 2014 Monochromatic Grand Minimalism

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rom a cool kid who was the most photographed on the streets of London and Seoul to one of today’s Korea most well-known stylists, Yang Seungho, also known as Yanggaeng or Xin, never stops experimenting with bold and extravagant fashion. Named the Best Stylist at Mnet Asian Music Awards 2010 for his work on 2NE1, this ‘87 liner has teamed up with close friends Danny Lee, Kathleen Kye and VIVA H to bring his vision of extraordinary styling to Korean music scene and has rewritten the rules of what formerly known as visually ‘pretty’ and ‘uniformed’ industry. It was in 2008, around his Spring break, when Xin started working as fashion buyer for Daily Projects, a trendy and fashion forward concept space in Gangnam. Various exhibitions and music events have taken place here, along with many showcases of Korea’s most up-andcoming designers. The edgy space has considered as one of fashion havens for many young people in Seoul, as they’re

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featuring some of the hottest local and international brands. During their busiest year, Xin was in charge in selecting items for the store, specifically fashion related; watching the street style forecast closely to keep the store updated and current. The multitalented guy’s relation to fashion continued as he and childhood friend, model/actor Lee Soohyuk, walked for various runways. From Seoul to London Fashion Week, from KOMAKINO London to Juun J, the two have become familiar names among Korean models and seen in multiple magazines’ spreads and ads. Lee Soohyuk then decided to pursue acting, while Xin continued his study and later started working as a stylist.

The Nuthang Crew Before widely known as 2NE1’s stylist, Xin got his exposure from being a part of an exclusive club named Nuthang. The Group was originally formed in 2007 with 12 all-male members, which netizens often associate with famous names such as G-Dragon and TOP, stylist Danny Lee, model/ actor Lee Soohyuk, and model/singer Song Kyung Il of History. Nuthang or New Think was the name the twelve have made as they were little and wanted to think and pursue new things. But as much as the exposure on the exclusive circle falls on the more familiar names, the other members of this group remain lessknown and been living abroad as they’re pursuing career outside the entertainment industry. There are still many speculations on the exact members of this little club as it expands, but despite the commotion, the brotherhood remains in touch and meet up at certain occasions. Nowadays Xin is still often seen with G-Dragon, Lee Soohyuk, and Danny Lee, along with friend and YG dancer Jo Sungmin.

Becoming a stylist Being one of the known names in Nuthang, Xin was easily caught by the public eyes, even more so when he and Danny were announced as 2NE1’s stylists in 2009. It was then revealed that Xin met Teddy, who was involved in the production of YG’s new girl group - 2NE1, through G-Dragon, who suggested the duo to participate in a styling test. The coincidental opportunity then became a sealed deal as he and Danny were chosen and started working as 2NE1 stylists. With the announcement and only three days before their first styling job for YG entertainment, Xin and Danny semi-blindly prepared the styling of Lollipop’s MV and successfully produced a not-just-colorful but also introduced the use of DIY items and altered clothes, an unusual styling to Korean public. “When we had to think of extraordinary styles that would also fit the limited budget, we would instantly think about the toys that we loved since we were young, such as Lego and Gundam, and along with that lollipops then came to mind. Making the belts, pants, necklaces, bangles, etc by hand was hard, but it was worth it.” They once explained at an interview with Ceci Magazine in 2009. Following the successful ads and music video, the anticipation of 2NE1’s debut became high as the duo continued bringing extraordinary fashion onto the table. Their understanding on fashion and music were shown as they portrayed the upbeat song Fire into ‘tough girls’ image and applied it on 2NE1. According to Xin and Danny, their styling was inspired by back alley - gangster-inspired - Versace, “Like the style you would find in old days Versace, the kind of clothes mafia men would wear.“

It was expected that 2NE1’s debut through Fire has gained the 4 girls recognition in the Korean music scene and placed them as respected rookie in 2009. Coinciding with the success, Xin and Danny’s way of styling has become a hot topic. It is inevitable to say that the styling game in Korean music industry after Fire has been changed, and 2NE1 has immediately crownws as the most fashion forward girl group in Korea whose music and style are copied all around the world. From DIY accessories and altered clothes to high-end brands such as YSL, Alexander McQueen, KTZ and Jeremy Scott, the duo kept their vision clear and being a front runner in term of styling, especially in the Korean music scene. In 2010, following Danny’s absence as he continued study in London, Xin who has become good friends to VIVA H’s Seo Hanyoung and Lee Hanjung while he was working in Daily Project then teamed up with the female duo, and produced the styling on Can’t Nobody MV which was a collaborate work between the three and Kathleen Kye. Xin is also responsible for the avant-garde styling of CL’s single, the Baddest Female which has gained the 2NE1’s leader global fashion attentions. At Mnet Asian Music Awards 2013, CL who won Best Dance Performance Female Solo for this single, thanked Xin in her winning speech.

The London Clique Different from his Nuthang circle, his London clique consists of more artsy type of people. Xin and good friend, designer Kathleen Kye, both studied at Central Saint Martin College of Arts and Design, while Danny Lee and artist Seo Wutak went to Chelsea College Art & Design. Lee Soohyuk who frequently visited London and Europe for numerous runways and photo shoots was often seen with them around club scene and cutting edge fashion shows. The late Daul Kim who was also a part of this quirky circle of friends had written in her famous blog about their crazy little hang outs around Europe, and how they overcame the ups and downs of growing up and pursuing career abroad. In her writing, Daul illustrated the closeness of the gang, especially herself to Utak, Danny and Xin. London as the house of many cutting edge brands and magazines has introduced Xin to some of the most influential names in fashion industry such as Anna Trevelyan, Carri Munden, and Matthew Josephs to name a few. He would always visits the city when he has the chance, either for a vacation, accessories hunting, or even a fashion week. In September 2013, right after NYFW, Xin attended KTZ presentation at London Fashion Week. He was seen sitting front row with Ambush’s designer Yoon and model Kiko Mizuhara.

Friendship with CL “Who’s 2ne1’s stylist?” i-D Magazine asked CL on their London interview in 2013. ”His name’s Xin, he’s a good friend of ours. He went to Saint Martins here in London, and we’ve been working together since our first album.” the crown baddest female answered, explaining about her stylist, and also good friend, Xin. The interview with the London based magazine then proceed and revealed that fellow YG artist, G-Dragon also came to London to visit the two friends. They were later spotted around Baek Street, shopping together at funky and self-described eccentric fashion store, YEAR ZERO LONDON. It is known to many that Xin and CL’s friendship started from GD’s introduction of the childhood friend to his work environment. Since then, especially when Xin started working as 2NE1’s stylist, the two have become close friends. Along with G-Dragon, they often discuss about current culture and trend among young people, and share their visions of Korea’s future in many fields. Despite sharing similar passion for music and fashion, Xin and CL not only engage and relate in these certain types of activities, like any other friendship the both of them argue, joke around, and seek advice from each other.

One of cute little facts about their friendship is when CL declared in 2013, during their Do You Love Me promotion, that she has fought with Xin for the first time in 5 years because the stylist has forced her to wear a cute mini mouse hoodie, this happened before 2NE1’s performance for a music program recording. She then surrendered and the cute outfit became a topic among netizens who thanked Xin for the fresh change. As 2NE1 TV has documented, the two friends often went to new places together. On their vacation in Japan, Xin introduced CL to some of his favorite places around Shibuya. Xin, who also has a huge part in introducing some of famous names in the mutliplatform fashion world to CL and G-Dragon, introduced the young girl to Japanese DJ and Designer Mademoiselle Yulia, “I met 2NE1’s stylist Yang Seungho through my friend when I went to London for a vacation. Then, Yang SeungHo introduced me to GD and CL, and I made a few more friends in Korea.“ she answered CUVISM Magazine when asked about her friendship with GD and CL. Yulia, who then appeared in CL’s solo single the Baddest Female along with her friend and stylist Kingtokyo, has been numerously seen meeting up with the 2NE1’s leader in many fashion related occasions around the globe.

Even before the success of the Baddest Female, CL has been an internationally-known fashion darling and has attended various fashion events with Xin, the stylist behind her extravagant sense of fashion. In September 2013, the both of them were present at Jeremy Scott’s presentation during New York Fashion Week, where CL sat front row with female rappers Nicki Minaj and Iggy Azalea, while during Seoul Fashion Week the two would always give support to good friend Kathleen Kye and be seen sitting front row, and congratulating backstage, together with G-Dragon, Lee Soohyuk or the new stylist Kim Youngwoo. Over the years, their good friendship has grown as they have matured; they shared many moments as stylist-artist, and mostly as friends. On his birthday in May 7, 2013 CL has posted an Instagram shout out to her dearly friend, “HAPPYXINDAY!!! happybirthdayfriendo!”

Happy 27th Birthday Awesome Xin, Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been inspirational and fashionably provoking many minds. Stay dangerous and keep reinventing yourself. Aut vincere aut mori. #XINXXVII We Love You.

GOLDEN GZB “ QUEEN CL & CL BAR BAIDU ” 2NE1’s second world tour, ‘ALL OR NOTHING’ kicked off in Seoul SK Handball Gymnasium on the 1st and 2nd of March, showing off a powerful performance that only 2NE1 can pull off. Following the first concerts in Seoul, the next destinations included, in sequence, Hong Kong (22 March 2014), Shanghai (11 April 2014), Beijing (19 April 2014) and Taiwan (26-27 April 2014). In our ‘GOLDEN GZBz’ column for our first issue, we decided to pay tribute to the efforts of 2 CL fan groups that had planned, coordinated and executed fan support for the first round of overseas concerts. They are QueenCL and CL Baidu Bar.

QueenCL, the Chinese website for Lee Chaelin, was set up on 16 February 2012 with the sole purpose of being a source of information for CL. Since the beginning, they have been steadfast in showing their love and support for CL. For the ‘ALL OR NOTHING’ concerts in the Greater China Region (Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan), it was no different.

The other prominent fan group that has been showing the love and support towards CL in the Greater China region is CL Baidu Bar. In fact, other than China, they also show their support during CL’s birthday and for the concert in Seoul. As you keep reading on, you’ll see how these 2 fantastic fanbases have put in great efforts in their supports for the All Or Nothing concerts.

At the airport, QueenCL gave out the hand slogans but it was unfortunate that they weren’t able to use the banner that they prepared. But when they saw CL and shouted ‘CL OPPA’, CL smiled. Then at the concert venue, QueenCL gave out 2000 free slogans with the words ‘QUEEN CL’, they hung up a large CL banner and they held CL and Queen CL lighted signboards. During encore, when CL saw the sign-board held by one of the administrators of Queen CL, she walked over and shook her hand.

SHANGHAI This time round, the airport reception was successful. Just like they did in Hong Kong, they gave out free hand slogans and managed to hang up the big banner from QUEEN CL. They also prepared ‘CL’ balloons that CL really likes a lot.

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HONG KONG

As for CL Baidu Bar, with permission from the organizer, they managed to set up their support for CL. At the venue, they put up 2 pull-up banners as a ‘photo spot’ for anyone who would want to take a picture, or two. In addition to that, they also gave out 200 hand slogans.

For the concert, other than the free QUEEN CL slogan, they also gave out free hand fans and special CL symbol tattoo stickers. Other than the QueenCL website banner, they also hung the CL flag when they released ‘The Baddest Female’ in the stadium. They carried CL and Queen CL sign-boards like what they did for the concert in Hong Kong.

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Other than that, they also prepared gifts for CL since this was the first time that 2NE1 and CL performed in Mainland China. The gift included a rose flower box that contained 226 stalks of roses and a well-wishes card . After much deliberation and taking into consideration that Shanghai was the first stop in Mainland China, CL Bar finally decided to go to the airport to welcome CL. In order to get a better spot, the 2 administrators in-charge actually went to Shanghai Pudong Airport the day before and stayed at the airport overnight. After meeting up with the other members of the airport reception team, they started giving out the 100 hand slogans that they have prepared and emphasized the importance of order. With QueenCL, they decided to shout ‘Chaelin Oppa’ when they see CL. When CL heard that, she smiled. At the venue, they gave out 200 hand slogans (100 reflective, 100 normal) and with the 9 2NE1related fan sites, they prepared food support for 2NE1 members. They started discussion about the food support about 1 month before and managed to meet the requirements given to them by the organizer.

BEIJING

For Beijing, the airport reception and what they did at the stadium is similar to what they did in Shanghai. But two of their front-liners were lucky to be picked to be present at the press conference. They brought the hand slogans and when CL saw it, she kept smiling at them. Suffice to say, both were charmed by CL’s sweet smile and attention. The gifts that they gave to CL this time round is from the shop “Rose Only”. The gift consists of a rose and the Pisces symbol that is made of Swarovski crystal. The Pisces sign represents the lovers of the universe and the everlasting rose represent everlasting love that Queen CL has for CL. One thing to note, the roses bought from this shop can only be bought once for the one you love forever and Queen CL decided to give the gift to CL as

their never-ending love for CL. Other than that, they also gave her a strawberry dipped in chocolate fruit basket “ The beauty of the preserved rose will never fade away. Our love for Lee Chaelin will never fade away. “

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Other than the hand slogans and food support with other 2NE1 fan sites, CL Bar also sent gifts. They gave CL roses and Black Swan Luxury Chocolate (Rose Dew Drop) and specially customized yellow ducky made of almond chocolate. The gifts were handed to the staff to be brought backstage. The food support was sent to the venue by CL Bar administrators and handed over to the organizers.

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With the help from affiliate fan sites in Taiwan, QueenCL was also able to show their support for CL. At the airport, the hand slogans were once again given out when they went to welcome 2NE1. At the concert venue, 1000 hand slogans were given out and the banner from QueenCL was present as well.

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It was heartening to see the efforts that both QueenCL and CL Bar put in to show their support and love for CL. More so, it was great to see Blackjacks and GZBz helping each other, despite being in different countries. Let us all continue to show love and support to CL and the other members, no matter where we are.

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Though CL Bar administrators or members couldn’t make it to the concert in Taiwan, they were also assisted by the Blackjacks in Taiwan in distributing a total of 400 hand slogans after they sent it to them from China.

C . L . D.I Do.It.Like.Ciel.

With “ All or Nothing “ World Tour still on the run, we’d love to dedicate this segment as to the tour are it’s a galaxy inspired nail art. If you love nail art or painting your nails yourself, here’s how.

Apply one coat of navy blue polish.

Sponge black polish on the corners or where the navy did not cover. This is optional, but we like the depth it gives the base.

Sponge white polish in different lines and shapes around the nails.

Sponge pastel pink on a few (Optional) Add a darker pink Using a dotting tool, with spots over the blue. for some depth. Nail polish some white polish, place a used here is OPI Ate Berries few dots and diamonds or X in the Canaries. shapes on each nail.

Lastly, clean up the excess nail polish around your fingers and shazam! Behold as your fingernails holds the universe!

Sponge blue polish lightly around the edges of the white polish.

Apply with some holographic or silver glitter. If you are using a heavier glitter, apply it sparingly, then add top coat.

What you need:Few Bright Colored Polishes Navy, Black & White Polish Very Fine Holographic Glitter Dotting Tool (Or tool of choice) A Cosmetic Sponge

RyanTWN @_rytsy21// Singapore “ Her image resounds more than all kinds of motivational talk you find and hear out there. I used to force myself to interact and make friends. Doesn’t work out because I’m a tool in the end. But CL has shown me that I shouldn’t do things I hate. I shouldn’t pretend to be who I’m not. “

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@__STEPHANIERUTH United Kingdom

Ying @BJYiNG_// Thailand “ CL taught me self esteem. Being pretty is not important, a girl has to love herself for who she is, be proud of herself and never stop believing in herself. “

Daniella @Hey_CL // Colombia “ She inspire me to be strong and brave, to try new challenges, to do not give up, to be myself, to have more confidence in me, to be original, and I do not care what other people think of me. She to me is a symbol of strength and courage. “

“ CL makes me believe that you can achieve your dream, no matter how wacky or wild you want to be “ I always have in my mind this quote from CL herself “Music has no language barrier. it’s just music, you could just listen to it and feel it.” That kept me going when no one else believed or supported me.

Sarah @CLs_GZB // Algeria

“ CL is really talented ,she never failed to impress me with her music & performances & eventhough she’s a very famous artist , she still the humble hard-working person She is really an inspiration for me, I wish I can be as confident as she is. “

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CREDITS Thank you to every single one who has helped us in any possible way to make this magazine possible.

The CIEL Team UK Baddest Female @UKBaddestFemale ukbaddestfemale.wordpress.com The Baddest GZB @thebaddestgzb www.thebaddestgzb.com Queen CL @QueenCL_com www.queencl.com FUCKYEAHXIN @FUCKYEAHXIN fuckyeahxin.tumblr.com Lacquerstyle @kgrdnr www.lacquerstyle.com Stephanie Ruth @__STEPHANIERUTH CL EN ESPANOL @Hey_CL heycl.wordpress.com Ying @_BJYiNG Sarah @CLs_GZB RyanTWN @ _rtsy21