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Michigan’s Power Couple Harley & Kaiti Wallen Pa i n t e d C r e e k P r o d u c t i o n s p g. 2 - 9

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H a r l e y & K a i t i Wa l l e n

Red Silk Carpet magazine had the opportunity to interview Harley Wallen, and his beautiful wife Kaiti Wallen.

What do we do in our spare time???… what’s spare time? Kidding, kind of anyway but yes, we are big on family so we’re mostly a family unit with a lot of what we do with young kids ages 7 and 9 but we are both travelers, both appreciate good food, good music, good art and we like to try new things. Hiking has become something we’ve both gotten into, and we both blame Runyon Canyon in Hollywood for that but we’re also happy as beach bums on any given day or on a horseback or a dance floor, we try and live and enjoy life best we can.

We got into this business independently of each other, Kaiti was young with an older sister making the decision to get into film and film school and she ended up getting into a few different parts behind

and in front of the camera but after her sister moved away and not much of an independent film scene around Michigan she focused on her education and modeling instead until she met Harley.

Harley was a little performer from the getgo with martial arts and break dancing on a high level he found himself on a syndicated TV show in his birth country of Sweden “Solstollarna” and got himself bit by the acting bug and that was the primary reason for his move to the US. As far as favorites I think they tend to vary and there are many inspirations but a few that come to mind for Harley are Robert DeNiro, Charlize Theron, Bill Murray, Denzel Washington, Jody Foster, Al Pacino, and Juliette

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Lewis. Some of Kaiti’s biggest influences are Kate Winslet, Nicole Kidman, Natalie Portman, Joaquin Phoenix, Leonardo DiCaprio, Christian Bale, Dustin Hoffman and according to Kaiti no list of actors is complete without Meryl Streep!

As far as most interesting character it’s almost like asking for favorite child but some characters that stick out and if given the opportunity, we’d play again are most definitely both of our characters in our TV Series “Tale of Tails” they are both a blast to dig into! Kaiti also would love to sequel “Eternal Code” and play Stephanie again and Harley would pick Zeb from Agramon’s Gate if for no other reason to get a full conclusion of the story.

We have similarities in our processes although they’re not the same nor are they the same for each character and role. Kaiti likes to be aware of her character as it develops and include it in her daily life and ask herself what choices and her character would make and also, she likes to dive into music and mindsets early on.

Harley likes to play a lot with his characters and he’s often all over the map trying to find the character just by reading the lines over and over and over until clarity hits.

As far as accomplishments that’s a hard question to answer while still in the race especially feeling we just got out of the starting blocks but so far what sticks out to Harley is that the films are standing the test of time.

In an instant gratification world with many films disappearing within months after releasing to see our films thrive both domestically and internationally several years later is something I value a lot. We just got word that Betrayed that had sold to over fifty countries around the world and has been dubbed into many

languages was one of the most watched films on Univision’s streaming site Vix in 2021 dubbed in Spanish! For Kaiti it’s the fact that with very modest budgets we’ve been able to put films in theaters and draw audiences not to mention how well they’ve all done at film festivals around the world!

As far as festival accolades it’s another hard to answer question but obviously we tend to remember those we attended but a few that come to mind are the Eclipse Awards for Agramon’s Gate, especially for Kaiti since Harley was in LA for an event and she had to accept all the awards that night and of course she says being singled out as Best Actress is always a humbling honor. For Harley it’s not so much what award but he especially loves that our films get so many awards in so many departments and when a film has a great festival run seeing multiple actors and actresses win or get nominated is special and the same when several departments get recognized!

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In 10 years, Kaiti says she’d love to be doing exactly what we’re doing right now but it would be fun to see what we could do with a multi-milliondollar budget especially seeing what we’re accomplishing now! Harley agrees completely, it’s pretty incredible to be doing this at all so having some success is pretty incredible!

What advice do we have to someone thinking of pursuing acting or filmmaking?

First off if you’re going to do it then Do It! That means you become a student of the craft and the arts and never stop learning - Get an acting coach, get a mentor, go to film school or do it online but pursue your own growth and never stop. But don’t chase it for the wrong reasons because there are easier paths to both money and fame, you need tough skin in this industry but if you do it’s worth it!

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Bennett’s Song Holiday https://youtu.be/vLNMSC6bJH8 Agramon’s Gate https://youtu.be/qtDYHkBJi5k Betrayed https://youtu.be/qw-ASFhfP_4 Ta l e o f t a i l s

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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is the world's preeminent movierelated organization, comprised of 10,000+ accomplished individuals working in cinema. The mission of the Academy is to recognize and uphold excellence in the motion picture arts and sciences, inspire imagination, and connect the world through the medium of motion pictures.

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The Academy collaborates with creative leaders to build cultural, educational and technological progress, and preserve motion picture history; recognizes outstanding achievements through its Oscar show, the world’s most prestigious entertainment event; encourages cooperation on technical research and improvement of methods and equipment; provides a common forum and meeting ground for various motion picture-related crafts; represents the viewpoint of actual creators of the motion picture; and fosters educational activities for the professional community and the public. © Red Silk Carpet March 2022

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The Academy was organized in May 1927 as a nonprofit corporation. Its original 36 members included production executives and film luminaries of the time.

Since 1975, the Academy has been headquartered at 8949 Wilshire Boulevard in Beverly Hills, in a seven-story building that includes the 1,010-seat state-of-the-art Samuel Goldwyn Theater.

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Actors, Casting Directors, Cinematographers, Costume Designers, Directors, Documentary, Executives, Film Editors, Makeup Artists and Hairstylists, Marketing and Public Relations, Music, Producers, Production Design, Short Films and Feature Animation, Sound, Visual Effects and Writers.

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Members representing the many professional areas within the motion picture industry are organized into 17 branches –

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Shortly after the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences was incorporated in 1927, a dinner was held in the Crystal Ballroom of the Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles to discuss the goals of the new organization.

One of those goals was devising a method to honor outstanding achievements, thus encouraging higher levels of quality in all facets of motion picture production.

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Together they discussed the design concept – no live models or sketches were used – and Stanley worked up several versions from which Gibbons selected one.

In the finished design, the figure of the knight was streamlined, and the film reel moved beneath its feet. The now iconic statuette was born.

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The wait is finally over! The 94th Oscar nominations were revealed earlier this week. There were plenty of surprises, lots to celebrate, and several records set.

Today we help guide you through the excitement as we look at the reactions from many of the nominees. We also provide a guide for how to watch the 10 Best Picture nominees.

There are also new releases to look forward to! Marry Me hits theaters today, and we talked to one of the rom-com's co-stars, Latin music superstar Maluma, and also with the film's costume designer, Caroline Duncan . Lastly, who would we be if we didn't leave you with a great selection of films to consider watching this Valentine's Day weekend? Check out our Valentine's Day Movie Guide: Films for All Relationships.

Happy watching, everyone!

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2022 Oscars: Everything to Know About the Show Feb 15, 2022 Can you believe it's already been nearly a year since Regina King’s epic Steven Soderbergh directed tracking shot entrance? Since Glenn Close did "Da Butt" dance, Chloé Zhao made history, and Nomadland won Best Picture? With the countdown on to this year's Oscars, A.frame is here to make sure you are in the know about the who, what, when and where of the show.

When is this year's Oscars ceremony?

The Oscars will be held on Sunday, March 27, starting at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET and televised live on ABC and in more than 200 territories worldwide.

Where is this year's Oscars ceremony?

The Oscars return to its home at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center in Hollywood.

Which films are nominated?

Nominations for the 94th Academy Awards were announced on Tuesday, Feb. 8. The presentation was hosted by Tracee Ellis Ross and Leslie Jordan.

The Power of the Dog is the year's most-nominated film, with 12 total nominations, including Best Directing and Best Adapted Screenplay, both for Jane Campion.

For a full list of nominees, click here.

Who is hosting the Oscars?

Regina Hall, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes will all handle hosting duties during the upcoming 94th Oscars.

Embedded content: https://twitter.com/TheAcademy/status/1493567859145863169 Who will be the presenting?

Presenters are to be announced.

Who's putting the show on?

Emmy nominee Will Packer will produce this year's ceremony, with Shayla Cowan, chief of staff of Will Packer Productions and Will Packer Media, serving as co-producer. "I'm fully embracing the challenge of bringing an ode to one of the most iconic mediums in the world to life," Packer said.

Six-time Oscars director Glenn Weiss will return to helm the 94th Academy Awards.

(Weiss won back-to-back Emmy Awards in 2017 and 2018 for directing the Oscars.) "You need someone with the deep technical knowledge and creative insights of Glenn to create an Oscars show that truly celebrates a global love of film," Packer said. "I'm fortunate to be working with him."

RELATED CONTENT: Regina Hall, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes Are Hosting the 2022 Oscars Oscars 2022: Full List of Nominees Nicole Kidman, Ariana DeBose, Billie Eilish, and More React to Their 2022 Oscar Nominations

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Oscars 2022: Full List of Nominees Feb 8, 2022 For movie lovers, this morning was Christmas, your birthday and the Super Bowl all rolled into one presentation. On Tuesday, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, with special hosts Tracee Ellis Ross and Leslie Jordan, announced its nominations for the 2022 Oscars.

The Power of the Dog is the year’s most-nominated film, with 12 total nominations, including Best Directing and Best Adapted Screenplay both for Jane Campion and four acting nominees amongst its cast. Dune follows with 10 nominations, and then Belfast and West Side Story with seven apiece.

Winners will be announced during the 94th Oscars on Sunday, March 27, airing live from the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center in Hollywood starting at 5 p.m.

PT/8 p.m. ET on ABC. Here is the entire list of nominations in every category: Best Picture "Belfast" (Focus Features) A TKBC Production Laura Berwick, Kenneth Branagh, Becca Kovacik and Tamar Thomas, Producers "CODA" (Apple Original Films) A Vendôme Pictures/Pathé in association with Apple Original Films Production Philippe Rousselet, Fabrice Gianfermi and Patrick Wachsberger, Producers "Don't Look Up" (Netflix) A Netflix/Hyperobject Industries Production Adam McKay and Kevin Messick, Producers © Red Silk Carpet March 2022

"Drive My Car" (Sideshow and Janus Films) A C&I Entertainment/Culture Entertainment/Bitters End Production Teruhisa Yamamoto, Producer "Dune" (Warner Bros.)

A Legendary Pictures Production Mary Parent, Denis Villeneuve and Cale Boyter, Producers "King Richard" (Warner Bros.)

A Star Thrower Entertainment/Westbrook Production Tim White, Trevor White and Will Smith, Producers "Licorice Pizza" (Metro Goldwyn Mayer/United Artists Releasing) A Ghoulardi Film Company Production Sara Murphy, Adam Somner and Paul Thomas Anderson, Producers "Nightmare Alley" (Searchlight) A Double Dare You Production Guillermo del Toro, J. Miles Dale and Bradley Cooper, Producers "Flee" Final Cut for Real/Sun Creature/Vivement Lundi !/MostFilm/Mer Film/VICE/Left HandFilms Production Denmark "The Hand of God" The Apartment Production Italy "Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom" Dangphu Dingphu: a 3 pigs Production Bhutan "The Worst Person in the World" An Oslo Pictures/MK Productions/Film i Väst/Snowglobe/B-Reel/Arte France Cinéma Production Norway Makeup and Hairstyling "Coming 2 America" (Amazon Studios/Paramount/New Republic Pictures) - Mike Marino, Stacey Morris and Carla Farmer "Cruella" (Walt Disney) Nadia Stacey, Naomi Donne and Julia Vernon "Dune" (Warner Bros.) Donald Mowat, Love Larson and Eva von Bahr "The Eyes of Tammy Faye" (Searchlight) Linda Dowds, Stephanie Ingram and Justin Raleigh "House of Gucci" (Metro Goldwyn Mayer/United Artists Releasing) - Göran Lundström, Anna Carin Lock and Frederic Aspiras Music (Original Score) "Don't Look Up" (Netflix) Nicholas Britell "Dune" (Warner Bros.) Hans Zimmer "Encanto" (Walt Disney) Germaine Franco

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"Parallel Mothers" (Sony Pictures Classics) Alberto Iglesias "The Power of the Dog" (Netflix) Jonny Greenwood Music (Original Song) "Be Alive" from "King Richard" (Warner Bros.)

Music and Lyric by DIXSON and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter "Dos Oruguitas" from "Encanto" (Walt Disney) Music and Lyric by Lin-Manuel Miranda "Down To Joy" from "Belfast" (Focus Features) Music and Lyric by Van Morrison "No Time To Die" from "No Time to Die" (Metro Goldwyn Mayer/United Artists Releasing) Music and Lyric by Billie Eilish and Finneas O'Connell "Somehow You Do" from "Four Good Days" (Vertical Entertainment) Music and Lyric by Diane Warren Production Design "Dune" (Warner Bros.)

Production Design: Patrice Vermette Set Decoration: Zsuzsanna Sipos "Nightmare Alley" (Searchlight) Production Design: Tamara Deverell Set Decoration: Shane Vieau "The Power of the Dog" (Netflix) Production Design: Grant Major Set Decoration: Amber Richards "The Tragedy of Macbeth" (Apple Original Films/A24) Production Design: Stefan Dechant Set Decoration: Nancy Haigh "West Side Story" (Walt Disney) Production Design: Adam Stockhausen Set Decoration: Rena DeAngelo Short Film (Animated) "Affairs of the Art" (National Film Board of Canada) A Beryl Productions International and National Film Board of Canada Production Joanna Quinn and Les Mills "Bestia" (Miyu Distribution) A Trebol3 and Maleza Estudio Production Hugo Covarrubias and Tevo Díaz "Boxballet" (CTB Film Company) A Melnitsa Animation Studio Production Anton Dyakov "Robin Robin" (Netflix) An Aardman Animations Production Dan Ojari and Mikey Please

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"The Windshield Wiper" A pinkman.tv and Leo Sanchez Studio Production Alberto Mielgo and Leo Sanchez Short Film (Live Action) "Ala Kachuu - Take and Run" (Salaud Morisset) A Filmgerberei Production Maria Brendle and Nadine Lüchinger "The Dress" (Salaud Morisset) A Warsaw Film School Production Tadeusz Łysiak and Maciej Ślesicki "The Long Goodbye" A SomeSuch and Left Handed Films Production Aneil Karia and Riz Ahmed "On My Mind" An M&M Productions and Benzona Film Production Martin Strange-Hansen and Kim Magnusson "Please Hold" A Scavenger Entertainment Production K.D. Dávila and Levin Menekse Sound "Belfast" (Focus Features) - Denise Yarde, Simon Chase, James Mather and Niv Adiri "Dune" (Warner Bros.) - Mac Ruth, Mark Mangini, Theo Green, Doug Hemphill and Ron Bartlett "No Time to Die" (Metro Goldwyn Mayer/United Artists Releasing) - Simon Hayes, Oliver Tarney, James Harrison, Paul Massey and Mark Taylor "The Power of the Dog" (Netflix) - Richard Flynn, Robert Mackenzie and Tara Webb "West Side Story" (Walt Disney) - Tod A. Maitland, Gary Rydstrom, Brian Chumney, Andy Nelson and Shawn Murphy Visual Effects "Dune" (Warner Bros.) - Paul Lambert, Tristan Myles, Brian Connor and Gerd Nefzer "Free Guy" (Walt Disney) - Swen Gillberg, Bryan Grill, Nikos Kalaitzidis and Dan Sudick "No Time to Die" (Metro Goldwyn Mayer/United Artists Releasing) - Charlie Noble, Joel Green, Jonathan Fawkner and Chris Corbould "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" (Walt Disney) - Christopher Townsend, Joe Farrell, Sean Noel Walker and Dan Oliver "Spider-Man: No Way Home" (Sony Pictures Releasing) - Kelly Port, Chris Waegner, Scott Edelstein and Dan Sudick Writing (Adapted Screenplay)

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"CODA" (Apple Original Films) - Screenplay by Siân Heder "Drive My Car" (Sideshow and Janus Films) - Screenplay by Ryusuke Hamaguchi, Takamasa Oe "Dune" (Warner Bros.) - Screenplay by Jon Spaihts and Denis Villeneuve and Eric Roth "The Lost Daughter" (Netflix) - Written by Maggie Gyllenhaal "The Power of the Dog" (Netflix) - Written by Jane Campion Writing (Original Screenplay) "Belfast" (Focus Features) - Written by Kenneth Branagh "Don't Look Up" (Netflix) - Screenplay by Adam McKay , Story by Adam McKay & David Sirota "King Richard" (Warner Bros.) - Written by Zach Baylin "Licorice Pizza" (Metro Goldwyn Mayer/United Artists Releasing) - Written by Paul Thomas Anderson "The Worst Person in the World" (Neon) - Written by Eskil Vogt, Joachim Trier RELATED CONTENT: 2022 Oscars: Everything to Know About the Show Global Movie Day: How It Started and Ways to Celebrate What to Watch: February 2022 Movie Releases

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Midwest Film Festival Presents The Best of the Midwest Awards

by Guthrie Bonnett A Ta s t e o f C h i c a g o

The Best of the Midwest Awards is the annual capstone event of the Midwest Film Festival and typically entertains a “sold out” crowd. It’s a night of celebration and synergy - connecting people, networking, and focusing on the unique film treasures brought to us by Midwestern filmmakers.

Director Erica Duffy. “I am delighted with the films we programmed in 2021, the audience response, and, of course, the sponsorship that supports our efforts throughout the year. We all know 2021 was difficult, yet the Midwest Film Fest has become stronger, and we have big plans for the year ahead.”

Held Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at CineCity Studios Chicago Chicago IL: Joined us on Tuesday, February 1st at CineCity Chicago for our annual awards gala - Best of the Midwest Awards (BMAs). It will be an evening “to recognize and thank the filmmakers and our community that participates in MFF events, whether it’s inperson, online, or remotely,” said Executive

Starting at 7:00pm, guests were invited to enjoy networking, an open bar, groovy DJ tunes, and lite bites. At 8:00pm join us for an exciting awards ceremony that includes clips from each nominated film, special guests from the community revealing the winners, and filmmakers' acceptance speeches. It will be a special night to

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reconnect with old friends and colleagues while also meeting new collaborators. Grab your best cocktail attire, dancing shoes, and business cards as you won't want to miss the hottest party of the year!

Categories for awards included: Grand Prize, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Cinematography, Best Screenplay, Best Production Design, Best Editing, Best Score, and an Empowerment Award.

Still from the 2019 Best of The Midwest Awards, courtesy of The Midwest Film Festival.

The Best of the Midwest Award Sponsors: Banner Media, CineCity Studio Chicago, Chicago Media Angels, Dictionary Films, Noise Floor, O’Connor Casting, Optimus, and Quicksilver Color.

“This year we are thrilled to present to you the Best of The Midwest Awards Sponsors,” said social media manager Toni Nordone. “They represent a wide array of quality film production services available in the Midwest and beyond. We hope you took a moment to check out each one and consider working with them on your next project.”

All activities convened at CineCity Studios Chicago, 2429 W 14th St, Chicago, Illinois.

Pre-reception, 7:00pm: The evening will consist of a pre-reception starting at 7:00pm, where attendees are invited to step onto the red carpet for photo opportunities and exclusive interviews discussing the year’s most beloved films and artists.

Next, join fellow filmmakers and peers for networking and reconnecting over amusebouche while sipping complimentary drinks

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generously sponsored by CineCity Studios Chicago. DJ SAGA will be spinning tunes and amplifying the celebration.

Awards Ceremony, 8:00pm: At 8:00pm we’ll ask attendees to find their seat, or VIP Table, for the most anticipated awards ceremony in the Midwest.

Your host, Michael Isaac, will invite film icons including names such as Jennifer Reeder and Kwame Amoaku to the stage to present each award.

Edited by Periscope Post, with voice-over by Jonathan Desir, you’ll be wowed with clips from each nominated film, and finally the winner of each category will be revealed.

Filmmakers from each winning film will be in attendance to accept their award and deliver an

acceptance speech.

After-party, 9:30pm11:00pm: Good vibes and conversations will continue at a celebratory after-party from 9:30pm to 11:00pm, where ticket

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holders can continue to mingle and network with new friends and colleagues. The drinks and tunes will continue to flow, and a few attendees have even promised to make their way out.

About Midwest Film Festival: The Midwest Film Festival is the nation's only film festival solely dedicated to the Midwest filmmaker, presenting audiences with regionally produced independent cinema throughout the year.

Established in 2005, this film festival sits proudly at the center of the creative production community in Chicago and the Midwest. We are dedicated to serving filmmakers and content creators by building diverse audiences, offering educational resources, and supporting inclusion to cultivate organic relationships.

About CineCity Studios Chicago: CineCity is Chicago's newest production and film services hub. They offer everything needed to work and play within the film industry. With state-of-the-art equipment, your imagination will be the only limit to your work.

Play hard when you work hard. Designed with the creatives in mind, CineCity will offer numerous options for rest, relaxation, and of course celebration.

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chance to visit yet, everyone was wowed!” said MFF Executive Director Erica Duffy. #TEAMATOCPHOTO GRAPHY would like to Publicly Thank Harold Dennis for the honor to join this prestigious guild of Winners as a Personal Photographer!

Congratulations to each that won, and I Can't Wait till Next Year!

Photos By A Taste of Chicago Guthrie Bonnett (#ATOC) atocmag1@gmail.com 77 3-656-0789

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Theme "King of animals" Carnaval de Nice Carnival on the theme "King of animals". admire the King, Queen and their subjects and participate in the extravagant parades of floats, big heads the Carnival of Nice,

with its carnivalesque Corsi its unique style offered a burlesque, magical and initiatory spectacle.

Corsi, accompanied by big heads and artists in a festive and popular atmosphere, skillfully staged.

The tanks created on the theme of the King of beasts parades of carnival

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E d r i c O n g ‘ I k a Twe e d ’ C o l l e c t i o n A/W 2022

The latest collection of Edric Ong features the marriage of two distant cultures: the handwoven ‘pua kumbu’ cotton and silk ikat textiles of the Iban os Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo, and the ‘tweed’ handloom woolen textiles of Outer Hebrides islands of Scotland!

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collections.

“We in the tropical climate of Malaysia hardly ever wear wool except when travelling to temperate countries; or a woolen jumper when we are in the Highlands of say Bario of Bakelalan in Sarawak, “said Edric Ong.

He has been intrigued by the Tweed textile ever since he noticed some of his British relatives and friends wear Tweed jackets when the weather is chilly in autumn/winter and in early spring.

These textiles are hand woven on a back strap loom by skilled Iban women in the remote longhouse of Rumah Garie, along the Sungai Kain River of remote Kapit District in Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo.

“They told me that Tweed is distinctly British in identity; and so, I wanted to match this with our distinctly Iban textile of Pua Kumbu!”

The Collection includes silk handwoven Iban ‘pua kumbu’ ikat vests worn with classic tweed jackets; tweed/pua kumbu combination of scarfs; asymmetrical handwoven silk skirts with pua kumbu panels; trouser suit for women and long tweed winter overcoat worn with long ikat oriental cut shirts.

They have been awarded the UNESCO and World Crafts Council Award of Excellence and are now much sought after by fashionable people internationally.

The textiles were also given the prestigious Japanese “G” mark awards by the Japan Industrial Design Promotion Organization (JIDPO).

Edric Ong is very much in the forefront of promoting the unique Iban ‘Pua Kumbu’ ikat textiles in fashion.

Edric Ong was awarded the “Global Fashion Influencer 2016 at the Asian Fashion Awards and the “Malaysian Designer of the Year 2009” by MercedesBenz/Stylo.

In looking for a location for his IkaTweed Collection

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to shoot his latest collection, Edric decided on the heritage old Siniawan Bazaar, who was an old gold-mining town.

It provided an ambiance of old-world charm and of the pioneering era of the colonial past!

He is equally renowned for his fashion accessories e.g., the rattan ‘topi’ tunjang’ pointed hats, and his specially designed necklaces for each collection. He works with local Malaysian craft masters to create interesting hand plaited pandanus pendants, twisted roots, and glass beads; and the rattan pointed bags with tapestryweave slings.

Edric Ong is based in Kuching Sarawak who has showcased his collections in Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Japan, Korea, India, Bangladesh, USA, UK, and Europe.

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Abhishek Dutta 's R e s o r t We a r S h o wc a s e 2 0 2 2

by Saif Rahman Sozib

Abhishek Dutta 's latest offering for this summer is his new resort wear collection named Jole Jongole is a fun, vibrant yet defining resort wear collection from Abhishek Dutta this season. As the name suggests it's all about the tropical jungle feel but deep behind it a more meaningful cause of stop deforestation and conserve our wildlife for a better future.

Similarity the collection is all about sustainability and is made of cotton and chanderi. Vibrant jungle prints, flamingos and tigers are throughout the collection with neon

contrast taping’s collection is a mix of signature structured jackets with flowy dresses and interesting separates.

Asymmetrical cuts, draped dresses and jumpsuits are the key shilleoutes zipper detailing and hand embroidered, and leather appliques adds an interesting touch.

This resort wear collection is all about vibrancy and joy post pandemic...and is showcased in a unique and vibrant sundowner concept with a collaboration with India's biggest rap band Underground

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Authority playing live during the show. The band features MTV hustle and India's got talent famed EPR as lead rapper. This was in collaboration with Novotel Kolkata and showcase happened at their open terrace Le Jardin. This event is also about a sustainable future with a meaning and highlight the cause of saving the rainforest.

Mercedes Benz India also extended their support and today for the sustainable cause and showcased their EQ electric vehicle with zero carbon do oxide emission for a better future.

Designer Abhishek Dutta's

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Khaoula Regragui, the Sultane of the Bridal Gown

by Saif Rahman Sozib Wishing to unveil the distinctive features of a fashion in full mutation, Khaoula Régragui "KMD" is organizing a great Gala in honor of the Moroccan Caftan in the city of Lyon, in order to instigate a new dynamism in the fashion field.

Khaoula Régragui "KMD" is inviting us to discover the charms of the Caftan through a great Gala and oriental fashion show in this European metropolis.

This ceremonial costume, associated with the most ancestral traditions, is experiencing an unprecedented vogue thanks to the audacious imagination of a new generation of Moroccan designers including this young and ambitious fashion designer.

Khaoula Régragui "KMD" is the worthy representative of Moroccan haute couture. She will charm the public with a new collection of which only she holds the secret.

Birth of a Designer whose Originality is matched only by her ambition

Khaoula Régragui "KMD" is a young woman of many talents, perfectly in harmony with her two identities, Moroccan and French. She perfectly combines her two cultures in her work and in her vision of business. She is keen on preserving her Moroccan heritage and creating an economic momentum between France and Morocco.

Being an accomplished entrepreneur, her ambition is to create a new fashion house devoted to Haute Couture, which she will unveil at the Gala on February 27, 2022, in Lyon.

She moved to France at the age of eleven and settled with her family in Paris. As she was passionate about fashion and beauty, she entered a make-up school where she graduated third of her class. She then started a professional career in the field of makeup and became an ambassador for the famous cosmetics brand "Lancôme".

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craftspeople. khaoula Régragui's signature: the precious caftan The "KMD" caftans are now famous for their originality, elegant silhouettes, shimmering colors, lavish fabrics, transparent laces, and sparkling embroidery with pearls and rhinestones.

Her personal signature features corset belts with exquisite laces, sensual necklines, and swollen petticoats. Being faithful to ancestral craft techniques, Khaoula Régragui "KMD" sculpts her dresses like authentic works of art.

These satin jewels, a mixture of styling and goldsmithing, pay tribute to the world of theatre and cinema as well as to Moroccan culture. But above all, they are an anthem of eternal universal womanhood, beyond cultural and social divides.

Caftans show how much the fashion world has opened up to the world and to multiple cultural influences. That is why her designs combine Oriental and Western features and meet the criteria of quality and precision of the most demanding women.

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THE DIOR HOUSE - EDITIONS DIOR ANTHOLOGIE - JOHN GALLIANO 1997-2011

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DIOR ANTHOLOGIE - JOHN GALLIANO 19972011 - 12/02/2021 Devoted to the singular odyssey of John Galliano at Dior, the new book Dior by John Galliano, published by Assouline, explores the creative virtuosity of the British designer. This opus is the fifth volume in a series paying tribute to the House’s various artistic directors. Through the photographs of Laziz Hamani* and the writing of Andrew Bolton – curator of the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York – the countless inspirations and extraordinary fascinations of John Galliano are revealed. A vibrant retrospective in which fashion proves to be a perpetual wonder. *And pictures signed by great names in photography such as Steven Meisel, Irving Penn, Annie Leibovitz, Paolo Roversi and Mario Sorrenti.

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1 - 12/03/2021 Model Kylie Bax wearing the Kamata ball gown, haute couture Spring-Summer 1997, photographed by Michael Thompson, Vogue Paris, March 1997.

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2 - 12/03/2021 Casque d’Or short evening dress in celadon taffeta with blue organza overlay and pink Valenciennes bouillonné, haute couture Autumn-Winter 1997, Histoire d’une Collection. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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3 - 12/03/2021 Dame Collet Monté long suit in black wool crepe and white organza, haute couture Autumn-Winter 1998, A Voyage on the Diorient Express. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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4 - 12/03/2021 Look 12, dress in hand-painted and embroidered silk organza, tulle and lace, haute couture Spring-Summer 2001. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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5 - 12/03/2021 Look 1, ensemble consisting of a jacket and a skirt embroidered all over with gold paillettes, haute couture SpringSummer 2004. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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6 - 12/03/2021 Look 1, dress in red satin embroidered with gold and silver beads and paillettes with rhinestone jewelry, haute couture Autumn-Winter 2004. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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7 - 12/03/2021 Detail of Look 1, dress in red satin embroidered with gold and silver beads and paillettes with rhinestone jewelry, haute couture Autumn-Winter 2004. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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8 - 12/03/2021 Look 22, ensemble consisting of a coat in green brocade with mink collar and cuffs and a dress in blue satin embroidered with peacock feather motif, haute couture Autumn-Winter 2004. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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9 - 12/03/2021 Look 16, dress in blue moiré with black lace overlay embroidered with jet beads and trimmed with mink, haute couture Autumn-Winter 2004. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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10 - 12/03/2021 Detail of look 9, ensemble consisting of a jacket in red leather and a dress in ecru tulle, organdy and embroidered leather, haute couture Spring-Summer 2006. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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11 - 12/03/2021 Lu-Lee-San cocktail dress in gray gazar, haute couture Spring-Summer 2007. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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12 - 12/03/2021 Penélope Cruz wearing the Tatiana Usova Inspired by Velázquez coat, haute couture Autumn-Winter 2007, Le Bal des Artistes, photographed by Annie Leibovitz, Vogue US, December 2007.

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13 - 12/03/2021 Melody Woodin Inspired by Degas dress in peach duchesse satin and silk tulle with gold embroidery, haute couture Autumn-Winter 2007, Le Bal des Artistes. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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14 - 12/03/2021 Amber Valletta Inspired by Renoir, Anna Mikhaylik Inspired by Seurat and Viviane Orth Inspired by Manet ensembles, haute couture Autumn-Winter 2007, Le Bal des Artistes. Dior Héritage collection, Paris.

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