DALLIANCE may/june 2014
EDITORS LETTERS 03 DALLIANCE SOCIAL 05 MEET THE TEAM 07 HOW DOES FASHION STAY AFLOAT? 09 THE NEXT GENERATION 19 LEIGH LEZARK 23 LUXE LIST 25 RUNWAY RUNNERS 26 ANOTHER ADVENTURE 29 EDITORIAL: HANG LOOSE 35 Q&A: ELLA GOLDING 43 FOUNDERS PLAYLIST 53
PARTY ROYALTY 54 WHO’S THAT GIRL: ANNA EWERS 59 EDITORIAL: ROADS UNTRAVELED 61 Q&A: HUGUENOTS 79 BEHIND THE MAGAZINE 85 POWER COUPLE 91 TOM FORD 94 BEAUTY EDITORIAL: THE FACES OF FASHION 97 QVQ 110 JETSETTER 119 BEFORE WE SAY GOODBYE 127
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I g e n u i n e l y c a n’t b e l i e v e i t has been a year since our first issue and over a year since I contacted L aura asking her to join me. I am so grateful for all your s u p p o r t t o w a r d s D a l l i a n c e a n d I ’m blessed for all the opportunities t h a t t h i s h a s c r e a t e d . No n e o f t h i s would have happened without you!
I want to say a massive thank you t o e v e r y m e m b e r o f o u r t e a m . No t only have you helped us create an e v e r- g r o w i n g m a g a z i n e , b u t a l s o you have encouraged and inspired u s t o n o t g i v e u p. Yo u h a v e a l l taught us something and for that we appreciate all your hard work and commitment towards Dalliance. A l s o, I h o p e t h i s m a g a z i n e i n s p i r e s you not to wait for something to happen, but instead create the moments you desire. I would also like to urge you all not to settle for s o m e t h i n g t h a t d o e s n’t b r i n g y o u fulfilment and happiness - life is a w o n d e r f u l a n d b e a u t i f u l g i f t s o d o n’t w a s t e i t o n b e i n g u n h a p p y. T h a n k Yo u !
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i ever yone! This issue marks the first anniversar y of Dalliance Magazine! It’s b e e n q u i t e a j o u r n e y Ja s m i n e a n d I h a v e e m b a r k e d o n , b u t i t’s b e e n s u c h a n a m a z i n g experience and I am so excited to c o n t i n u e t o s e e t h e m a g a z i n e g r o w. Our ultimate goal for the magazine is to develop it into a hard copy publication, filled with fashion editorials we have collaborated to produce with a variety of talented photographers, models and make-up artists. Although stressful, i t’s definitely one of the most exciting parts of co-owning your own magazine, a n d i t’s e n a b l e d b o t h Ja s m i n e and I to work amongst some ver y c r e a t i v e m i n d s . Wi t h y o u r s u p p o r t a n d o n g o i n g r e a d e r s h i p, h o p e f u l l y this dream will become a reality in the somewhat near future! I look at the first issue we published on w w w. d a l l i a n c e m a g a z i n e . c o m , l a s t M a y a n d I ’m d e f i n i t e l y p r o u d of how far we have come; and to see our continuous improvement t h r o u g h o u t e a c h i s s u e . It t o o k j u s t o n e m e s s a g e o n Tu m b l r t o s t a r t u s off on this exciting journey ; and I ’m s o t h a n k f u l t o h a v e Ja s m i n e as my business partner! Lots of love
HOW DOES ST
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FASHION AFLOAT?
by Kendall Shieh
Fashion is a $1.5 trillion dollar industry. High fashion pieces sport price tags of four digits numbers or above. A show during Fashion Month has a cost high in the hundred thousands. How many people do you know that can afford these luxuries? Probably less than you can count on one hand.
The foundation of the fashion industry remained elusive to me until I emailed Hung Tran, a 21-year-old media and communications student from Australia. Hung is well known online for his highly informative and one of a kind blog, Antwerpsex (http://antwerpsex. wordpress.com/). He also has a Tumblr (http://katemess.tumblr.com/).
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platforms, he shares his vast knowledge of the fashion industry as well as his opinions on today’s fashion. In short - he is an expert. I decided to shoot Hung a quick email with my question on how the fashion industry is a trillion dollar (and growing) industry, when it seems to be one of the most fluctuating and volatile markets possible.
I figured the population of people who can actually afford an entirely designer wardrobe is small and cannot possibly be sustaining the industry singlehandedly. Hung explained to me that designers license out their name to make bags, fragrances, and other products that allow middle-market consumers to buy into the idea of luxury.
This is where the majority of the money comes from. Hung pointed out that “Most people can’t afford a $10,000 Chanel dress, but they can afford $50 Chanel nail polish, or a $200 bottle of perfume”. All those little things add up and then the few rare and elite highend customers even it out with their
gargantuan
purchases.
Without a doubt, fashion works closely with the magazine industry. A one page, coloured ad in any major magazine such as Elle or Vogue runs for a staggering amount of about $150,000 or above. The biggest brands that can afford to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars can also place their advertisements right at the front of the magazine for optimum exposure. In addition, most of the major brands with advertisements in magazine will feature their clothes and products later on in the issue’s editorials or other articles. This exposure captures the attention of the reader and intrigues them to learn more about the brand and even buy into its products. Not everyone gets to work for Vogue but nearly anyone can pick up the most recent issue at a store and see advertisements from the biggest names in fashion.
“Seems as if the middle-market consumer’s desire for a life of luxury is what truly fuels the money behind fashion..”
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With her pale white complexion, carefree personality and a ‘I don’t give a fuck’ attitude’ Sasha Luss embodies one of the most rebellious acclaimed personalities of the model industry: the one and only Kate Moss.
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Despite their difference in personality, Malaika Firth is Britain’s favourite fresh face. Plus, she was named Prada’s new Naomi Campbell, as she was the first black model to star in Prada’s campaigns since Naomi’s role in 1994.
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Both with that timeless, exotic beauty; Andreea Diaconu has been taking the fashion world by storm, despite only being on fashion’s radar for 3 seasons.
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Lara and Elle have set the standard when it comes to sex appeal in the modelling industry; with their athletic bodies and natural blonde hair. Both are hard working women and act as fitness inspiration for many around the world.
LIND SAM A EVAN ROL GEL LINS ISTA + ON
With piercing eyes, chestnut brown hair and razor sharp cheekbones in common, its no wonder Doncaster native Sam Rollinson is compared to the iconic Linda Evangelista. Fronting covers for edgy titles such as Self Service Magazine and i-D.
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Two of the fiercest models in the fashion industry; these two beauties have that kind of iconic look which millions around the world envy.
Leigh Lezark
She’s a fair skinned, raven haired femme fatale, whom is one part of popular New York based DJ ensemble ‘Misshapes’ and has the kind of style that promotes her to an ‘icon’ status. She’s at work at the hottest fashion parties, her resume including modelling ventures, which flourished after signing with IMG Models in 2008 and designing runway soundtracks for Rachel Zoe, Zac Posen, Henry Holland and Calvin Klein at respective fashion week’s. She’s also collaborated with Chanel as a beauty ambassador, and is a front row regular at Paris Fashion Week; mastering the perfect balance between music and fashion endeavours.
ANTHONY VACCARELLO Matte Satin Dress
HAIDER ACKERMANN Satin Tuxedo Jacket
CHRISTOPHER KANE Satin Midi Skirt
LUXE LUST
If only money grew on tree’s … Here are 8 indulgent items we’d love to get our hands on (all available at www.net-a-
porter.com)
ACNE STUDIOS Mape Leather Biker Jacket
BALMAIN QUILTED LEATHER SKINNY PANTS
KARL LAGERFELD Brigette Tuxedo Dress
VICTORIA BECKHAM Crepe Dress
SAINT LAURENT Leather Bra Top
R U N W A Y RUNNERS BY CHRISTINA K A R R A S
I know that this is kind of old news in the fashion world (aka a few months ago) but can we please talk about how amazing the Chanel Haute Couture SS14 collection was? Karl Lagerfeld was able to perform the miracle of all miracles: successfully pulling off the combination of casual couture. The man is a living genius! As a young feminist, yet an avid fashion lover, this was my dream come true. Women are constantly torn between dressing for comfort and style; it seems to be an age-old problem. You can look back into the 1800’s when women felt it would be both trendy and appropriate to wear a corset that cut off the blood flow to
their brains. In fact Coco Chanel was amongst the first to disown uncomfortable clothes in the early years of fashion. So this isn’t exactly new, but it is revolutionary in the sense that it worked, and it worked well. Karl also made the clever decision of a modest white backdrop. A revolving set, that was a circular staircase formed the runway, giving the models the chance to skip down it, showing off the freedom of their sporty shoes. The entire collection was amazing, featuring feathered hair crowns, flowing skirts, elaborate makeup, sneakers and sparkles. Pastel yet silver tones ran throughout the collection, managing to pull off the runners-
with-dress trend. Nobody else could do dramatic winged eyeliner with delicate silver diamantes under their eyes other than Chanel, and the brand’s somewhat controversial muse Cara Delavigne. Say what you will about her personal life, the 21-year-old is the new age fashion icon, taking Instagram videos on the runways. There were also many other familiar faces, Lindsay Wixon, Soo Joo and new beauty Sasha Luss. I mean, who isn’t on board with designer sneakers? The shoes were the epitome of the entire collection, with 64 made to specifically accompany each unique outfit, in all their sparkly, sporty brilliance. How awesome would it be to rock up to a PE class with those on? I guess it’s time to start saving…
ANOTHER ADVENTURE TRAVEL BUCKET LIST
TULUM, MEXICO With its jagged coastline, jadegreen waters and balmy weather, Tulum is the perfect balance between beauty and culture.
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Life is one big party after all!
ST TROPEZ Ever since we watched Daphne Groeneveld prancing around on the French Riviera for the Dior Addict ad, we have been absolutely desperate to go. Picture this: cobblestone side cafÊ’s, Chanel boutiques and crystal clear waters.
HVAR, CROATIA If only we could sail around this beautiful island on a yacht. Instead, we will just have to look at the pictures vicariously.
ASPEN, COLARADO Not only is Aspen a skiers paradise, this winter wonderland is the perfect place to cosy up in a log cabin with hot apple cider and a crackling fire place.
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Q&A Q1: How did you become a Model Agent and have the position that you do today? I originally started at Vivien’s as an unpaid intern because I was determined to get a start in the industry before finishing university. It was the best decision that I could have made because I learnt so much from being in the office, constantly being surrounded by the bookers and the models. I
learnt the importance of building relationships with clients, and working closely with stylists, photographers and grew to understand the industry’s ins and outs. It was after being a publicist with Channel Nine that I decided to look for more talent management work, and I feel very fortunate to be back working in the Vivien’s office after almost five years out of the modelling industry.
Q2: How many bookings do you see a day? Every day is always different, which is why this job is so interesting! On average, we would receive upwards of 20-25 bookings a day from clients. This would include requests from local, interstate and overseas clients. Q3: What is the main staple for Vivien’s? Vivien’s is one of the most highly regarded agencies in Australia, and is also the longest standing! Vivien’s models are predominately experienced photographic and catwalk models, however we also have a very strong board of up and coming development models who we offer walking and photographic classes in-agency to so they can develop their skills as a model. In the past 12 months or so, Vivien’s has also developed an incredibly talented board of models that have substantial followings on social media and are highly sought after with clients for product placements, event appearances, etc. Q4: How do you recognise a talented model? It is very much about a model’s personality, sense of humour, strong work ethic and resilience that will always set them apart from the rest. Clients, photographers and stylists will want to work with them again and again if they are true professionals. Modelling is most certainly a full-time lifestyle choice, and a talented model will always ensure he/she is perfectly groomed and is looking after themselves, both physically and mentally (ensuring they get enough rest, eating well, drinking water and enjoying regular exercise).
Q5: How many hours do you work a day? The model agents in the office typically work a 9 hour day in the office, however we are always switched on to social media and the press, looking for opportunities and work for our models. Q6: How often do you go to fashion shows to pick out modern trends? The annual Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival in Brisbane is a consumer driven event so the trends on the runway are always available in stores the
following season so it’s a great way for local designers and labels to showcase their upcoming ranges. Vivien’s models are regularly booked for the popular week-long event which includes catwalk parades, fashion showcases and specific retailer events. Q7: What do you look for when wanting to sign a model? A model definitely requires a unique beauty/look in order to stand out from the very large pool of aspiring models. However, we
still do need to consider their height and body shape in order for them to book regular work in the Brisbane market. We are also always looking for models that have the ability to work overseas especially in the Asian, European and US markets.
Q8: What kind of decisions do you make on a day to day basis? As a model booker we are regularly providing quotes for our clients and booking our models for photographic work, campaigns, catwalk parades, showings and social media product placements. We work closely with clients on budgets and their requirements so we are always deciding on the best model options for what they need in order to sell their product/brand.
Q9: What confronting situations have you had to face as a model Agent? As a model agent, you are always dealing with both males and females wanting to pursue a modelling career. Sadly, many have been persuaded by unreputable model agencies. We have heard some upsetting stories about people who have been ripped off by agencies. These agencies ask for money for courses, photo shoots and sometimes they even ask for a sign-up fee with the agency or asking them to pay to see the agency for a consult! We are an agency who benefits from our models
working, not from any other sources, so we only take on models that have the potential to become a working model. It is sometimes very unnerving to hear of how convincing some agencies can be, constantly misleading boys and girls. Q10: Please give an example of where there have been in situations where you have had to make a difficult decision? Like any business, we sometimes have to make difficult decisions. However, particularly difficult decisions are usually made when assessing potential models – sometimes we have to decide that someone is not right for
our agency and this is always a difficult decision. There are a few factors that we look at when assessing potential models – their look, measurements, experience, age and if we have a suitable client base for them to work – so it is always a difficult process. Q11: How would you describe the fashion world at the moment? There has definitely been movement in the industry over the last few years. The prevalence and importance of social media has completely taken off with more and more clients utilising platforms such as Instagram and Facebook to market their products. Having a model post an image on their Instagram page is now allowing companies to reach a very specific target market for a much lesser rate than an ad placement in a magazine. For example, some of our most popular models on the social media site have a very loyal following of 200,000+. Q12: Do you think there is a pressure on young models today within the fashion industry? There is definitely pressure for models to start from a young age. The obsession with youth and the ‘skinny’ look means there is definitely a higher demand for young girls from the overseas markets. This does mean that the life span of a fashion model’s career is relatively short and there is increasing pressure on these girls to fast track their career. Fortunately though, there are regulations that have been implemented in several countries that prevent models working full time before they are over 18 years old.
Q13: Do you on a regular basis work collaboratively with designers? We are regularly working together with designers and brands in helping them achieve their vision or a particular look and feel for their photoshoot or campaign. The use of models is such an essential and integral part of any designer’s marketing (everything from lookbooks to material for press and advertisements) and therefore we are
responsible for providing them with the perfect model always. Q14: What advice would you give to aspiring models and model Agents? A strong work ethic, confidence and resilience are definitely required. The industry is not an easy one, but can be incredibly rewarding and very fun when you are willing to work hard!
Q15: How do you connect models to different magazines and Advertisements? As a model booker, this is our job – to seek work for our models and to develop their careers by sourcing the right clients for them. Models
are sought after by magazine and advertising companies for work, and we present our models to these companies when they are suitable for the work. It is a cycle of supply and demand – which is also why our relationships and industry contacts with relevant and prestigious fashion, marketing and advertising clients are so important.
FOUNDERS
playlist JASMINE & LAURA
Gold -Bondax Say My Name - Cyril Hahn Remix Beverly Hills - Weezer Drunk in Love - Beyonce
Everything Is Embarrassing Sky Ferreira House of Holland Mix - The Misshapes Fancy - Iggy Azealia Proxy - Martin Garrix
Who’s
THAT GIRL?
With a look that resembles both Bridget Bardot and Claudia Schiffer, ANNA EWERS has unsurprisingly captured the attention of many designers and magazines.
At the age of 16, Anna was discovered during a trip to Columbia. Like many at that age, Anna decided to go back to homeland [Germany] and complete her studies. Now, at 21, the blonde bombshell has recently secured her place in the fashion industry. Anna was the most booked model for the Autumn/Winter 2014 shows, with walking for Dolce & Gabbana, Chanel and Valentino - to name a few! Anna has also graced the covers of Vogue, i-D and Numero and has also been seen in Interview and LOVE. Plus, since being the face of the Alexander Wang’s Spring Summer 2014 campaign, (which was noted the best campaign of the season) Anna is proving her ability to model on the runway and editorially. No wonder Anna is predicted to become an icon!
ROADS UNTRAVELED PHOTOGRAPHY: HEATHER GILDROY STYLIST: TIFFANI CHYNEL HAIR AND MAKEUP: EMILY CHENG MODEL: HANNA @ PHOTOGENICS LOS ANGELES Swimsuit: We Are Handsome
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RUSSIAN HUGUENOTS I N T E RV I E W E D B Y V I C TO R I A P E T R O VA
Russian clothes brand Huguenots started a few years ago when designers Marianna being presented with an award from Grazia the girls of Huguenots are ready to show their brand was created and what inspires for the future.
How was Huguenots created? We met each other 10 years ago on the Internet and at that time we were intereste Karina always loved to dress up and I liked drawing, says Marianna, and that’s how w tion was graphic design. When we’re creating a new collection we try not to bother ea all. One of us creates prints whilst the other creates the clothes.
Who inspires you? Where do you find the inspiration for a new collection? We like Vika Gazinskaya and her clothes. We suspect that her success inspired us to and Belgian designers also inspire us; they’re geniuses - we love their creativity. Also When we need some inspiration for a new Huguenots collection we begin looking at ph & Valentino, but overall we can find inspiration everywhere.
a Kovaleva and Karina Skvortsova impressed the judges of Grazia Magazine. Since w their brand to the world. Victoria Petrova speaks to Marianna and Karina about how
ed in anime and fantasy. Fashion was surprisingly the last thing that made us closer. we chose our majors at university. Karina studied fashion design whilst my specializaach other; of course we discuss concepts and choose the fabrics together, but that’s
create our brand. We followed her talent for a long time and continue doing so. Dutch o, we admire Tom Brawn. hotos of collections and campaigns from brands such as Dolce and Gabbana, Chanel
What do trends mean to you? We try to follow the trends, but what’s more important is to stay true to our brand and listen to our customers. We care about our clients, they’re women and girls who want to look remarkable, elegant and sophisticated. And that’s what everybody can find in our brand. Does the Russian culture and history influence your worldview and oeuvre? Of course we have our specific ideology. We need to prove that we’re the best, even the best of the best. It’s a hard day-to-day work and that’s how the Russian culture and history has affected us. When we talk about our creations, we stress that we don’t use Russian cultural symbols or prints, as we want our brand to be understood by the worldwide fashion community. What’s your plan for the future? Now we are creating our new collection for Huguenots. It will be called Nomads, as it is inspired by the cultural traditions of Eastern Asia. It will be available on our site this summer.
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BEHIND THE
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n the 1600’s women developed a rapport with magazines such as Le Mecure Galant, which was the first publication to report on the fashion world, and 400 years on the love affair with fashion journals continue. Receiving a new issue of your favourite magazine can boost your mood instantaneously, because they not only provide advice but will accompany you on long flights, poolside and at the hair salon. Monique La Terra reports on six of the most influential and unique fashion magazines on the market. HARPER’S BAZAAR Harper’s Bazaar is America’s first fashion magazine founded in 1867 by Harper & Brothers (who also created HarperCollins Publishing). Mary Louise Booth was the editor for the magazine’s first 22 years, when it was still a weekly journal with a newspaper format, but in 1901 issues began to be released
monthly. Since 1867 the magazine has served women in the middle to upper classes who have a sophisticated outlook on fashion and already know a thing or two about the industry. Harper’s Bazaar is published in 30 countries and is focused on propelling readers deep into the fashion industry. The feature stories are mainly industry related and any celebrity content fits tightly into the fashion world unlike other magazines that primarily showcase celebrity style. Since 2001 Glenda Bailey has been editor-in-chief of the magazine and has taken on the responsibility of continuing to reinvent a magazine that has an ever-changing nature. From the first 50 illustrated covers in the late 1800’s to the stunning cover photography of today, Harper’s Bazaar has a magnetic force when it comes appealing to ‘women who are the first to buy the best, from casual to couture’.
VOGUE In July 1988 Anna Wintour replaced Grace Mirabella as Vogue’s editor-in-chief and revolutionised the magazine that launched almost a century earlier. In December of 1892 Vogue was founded by Arthur Turnure and was released weekly until 1973, when it was published monthly. ‘Vogue’ literally means ‘fashionable’ or ‘in trend’ and was conceived to target an American audience that was yet to discover the significance of style. Since Wintour, one of the most powerful women in fashion was placed at the helm 25 years ago she has steered the magazine into youthful waters and placed fashion in context with cultural movements. Vogue’s covers are daring and artistic, showcasing models and celebrities, and the mixture of couture and affordable pieces aims at pleasing the magazines 12.5 million readers internationally. In 2012 the magazine began a movement to encourage positive body images. Vogue may mean ‘in trend’, but the magazine prides itself on its continuation to stay ahead of the fashion industry. INSTYLE Since its creation in June 1994 when Barbra Streisand featured on the cover, InStyle has differentiated itself from other fashion magazines by focusing on celebrity style, lifestyle
and culture. InStyle is published monthly in 17 countries and is aimed towards powerful working women between the ages of 25-39 who are looking for high-end fashion with an affordable price tag. In 2008 Ariel Foxman became InStyle’s first male editor and in 2009 was named by Forbes as one of the most powerful fashion magazine editors. InStyle is respected and read by industry professionals and is counted on by 10 million people worldwide to present fashion in an accessible voice by a trusted name. LOVE LOVE is a boundary-pushing British bi-annual magazine that kick-started in 2009 by stylist and journalist Katie Grand who still holds the position of editor-in-chief today. LOVE’s raw, minimalistic aesthetic acts as a mood board for women between the ages of 18-40 who know who they are and would rather not be told what to buy or how to dress. LOVE is not a shopping guide but rather an excursion behind the walls of brands and collections and a visual diary of the art and music that inspires trends. The magazine’s first cover featured Beth Ditto from Gossip who is known for encouraging larger women to be confident with their bodies. The first cover set the tone for a magazine that refuses to follow any typical fashion guide and prefers to cross cultures and diffuse fashion myths.
RUSSH ‘Australian at heart, international in mindset’ is how the independent magazine Russh describes itself. Every two months since September 2004 the magazine has showcased luxurious street style through a minimalistic landscape of provocative images appealing to an audience 18-30 years of age. In its distinctively intelligent tone, Russh is able to expose young readers to an atypical world of music, film and art and leave them wanting more.
an alluring, fashion forward air, but its founders, Pierre Lazareff and his wife, Hélène Gordon, were always ahead of the trend with Hélène’s eye for picking the next big thing. In 1947 she shone the light on Dior and popularized his New Look, and in 1950 she introduced the then unknown Brigitte Bardot by placing her on the cover of Elle. With the magazine’s continual embrace of new faces and brands and the extensive topics featured, Elle continues to appeal to an intelligent demographic who are always 10 steps ahead in the latest designer heels.
ELLE Elle—meaning ‘she’ in French—is the world’s best-selling fashion magazine, with 43 editions in over 60 countries and a total of 23 million readers, ranging from 18-49 years of age. These impressive numbers are the product of a magazine which is able to appeal to a wide range of women through its in-depth look at the fashion world and its collection of feature stories ranging from fitness to social problems, food and celebrity stories. Since its establishment in France 1945 the covers have attracted readers by presenting models and celebrities in
In the 90’s the public speculated that with the rise of computers, newspapers would find themselves facing extinction; however, newspapers just like magazines continue to take up ample shelf space despite the contents’ accessibility online. The complete disappearance of the hard copy is unlikely as most people desire pages to flick through, rip out and gaze upon. Whichever fashion magazine appeals to you, it’s likely that come its monthly, bi-monthly or bi-annual release date you will purchase the hard copy, as the fashion magazine has— for 400 years—been the best accessory.
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INEZ VAN LAMSWEERDE & VINOODH MATADIN WHO ARE THEY? Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin are a Dutch fashion photographer duo renowned for their independent artwork and fashion photography. They met at the Vogue Academy of Fashion Design in Amsterdam, where they both originally studied fashion design. WHY? Their big break came in 1994, when Lee Swillingham, the creative director of the British style magazine The Face, came across their work. Since then
the couple have had a successful career as fashion photographers spanning 27 years. INTERESTING NOTE: They couple have also been involved with the development of a fragrance entitled 1996, a jewellery collection and writing a book entitled Pretty Much Everything (Taschen, 2011).
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JET SETTER To satisfy ones wanderlust has become a right of passage into adulthood for our generation, but the art of packing lightly yet prepared is something that still eludes many of us; even the most experienced jet setter. The all-important extra space we need for collecting keep sakes and investment pieces goes out the window as we grab that necessary ‘one last thing’. Here is some expert advice on what to pack and where to shop. International designer Roksanda Ilincic tells Vogue “I don’t tend to wear a lot of make up, so I only carry the bare essentials”. This is most important when packing up your beauty products. Invest in travel-size containers that products can be transferred into, and
create a capsule collection of basic makeup necessities. When packing for a holiday, always pick separates in styles your comfortable and familiar with, Diane Von Furstenberg explains, “real style is effortless. It’s about being comfortable doing what you’re doing”. Pack colours that are easily interchangeable - black, white, navy and tan, neutrals always looks chic. Bridget McCall of Life With Bird wrote in her Vogue fashion week diary “I find that comfortable walking shoes are the best for running between appointments, I much prefer to walk where possible than be in a taxi or underground”, so invest in a great pair of versatile and comfy ankle boots.
UNITED KINGDOM
LONDON When in London there is no greater shopping pleasure than indulging in high street fashion. Walk along Oxford and Regent Streets to get an arm-full of Topshop, Urban Outfitters, Selfridges, Primark and H&M while Carnaby Street, the birthplace of the cultural revolution in the 60’s, is
home to independent boutiques, American Apparel, Cheap Monday, Dr Martens and Liberty.
FRANCE
PARIS If you’ve got cash to splash head straight towards Galeries Lafayette, Printemps and Zara on Haussmann Boulevard. If not, head to Citadium on Rue De Caumartin for urban street wear and funky home and living pieces at high street prices. However, the true shopping gem of Paris is Marche Aux Puces de Saint-Ouen, the
largest sprawling flea market in Paris selling everything from rip-off watches on the outskirts to legitimate antique Louis Vuitton trunks and vintage Chanel bags inside the market centre.
MALAYSIA
KUALA LUMPUR Kuala Lumpur is usually just a connection on a long haul flight, however Malaysia’s capital has fast become a shopping mecca. Beauty lovers will lose entire days inside Pavilion Mall, where every high street to luxury cosmetic label has comprehensive storefronts ready to make you over. Luxury lovers can indulge themselves at KLCC Suria
Mall while bargain hunters will walk out weighed down by bags of souvenirs from the picturesque Central Market.