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+ Seth grabel pg.44 + the deluxe list pg.51 + mix in luxury pg.52 + Leaders in finer living pg.60 + Meet me on the shore pg.70 + made to measure pg.86 + up close & Beautiful PG.94
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“When I first saw lightning bolts crack from the
sky it made me feel as if I was part of something bigger. It gave me a feeling of awe and that is what I try to give my audience.�
“I see myself traveling the world with my amazing wife Tammy Grabel and bringing magic to people who need it most in their lives.� - Seth Grabel
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adies and Gentlemen... Seth Grabel! He was born with innate entertainment skills, his father was an accomplished magician and his mother was a professional dancer. Seth had his sights on the bright lights of Hollywood. The impressionable young man was hooked on illusion after his fifth birthday party, where his parents hired a magician to entertain. The idea of thrilling audiences with the art of magic has taken Seth on an incredible journey around the world. DLXVRSN: What do you love most about sharing your talents? SETH: I get to make people smile! Everyday people work hard to earn their money. I get to show my guests illusion and give them a childlike feeling. Do you remember the first time you saw a lightning shower? When I first saw lightning bolts crack from the sky it made me feel as if I was part of something bigger. It gave me a feeling of awe and that is what I try to give my audience. I focus on giving my audience a feeling of wonder, awe and excitement. DLXVRSN: What is the most incredible thing you have experienced in your career so far? SETH: Being an illusionist I have had the pleasure to travel the world and experience exotic foods, lands, spices, cultures, plants, and people. It truly never is a dull moment in my life and I feel blessed to be able to have a career in making people smile. One of the most amazing experiences I have ever had was flying from the sky down to the audience in my “wheel” while I was in the Leonardo Da Vinci’s Vitruvian Man pose. This was done on America’s Got Talent with very little rehearsal and my adrenalin was flying high. I will never forget the faces of my audience as I lowered towards the ground. DLXVRSN: What is your biggest guilty pleasure? SETH: My biggest pleasure is getting the inside look of how an illusion works and is constructed. As an illusionist and magician I get to create unique illusions that mystify and excite the audience. Developing these secrets brings me into a totally magical world where I learn how the human brain can be mystified. DLXVRSN: What were some of the toughest goals you overcame? SETH: When I started performing I had horrible stage fright. Whenever I got on stage I would feel sick to my stomach. I would often throw up right after I got off stage, sometimes I even ran off stage for a few minutes to throw up into a trash can. I overcame that by having bulldog persistence and never giving up. I think it’s important to do what you dislike in order to grow and succeed. DLXVRSN: What’s one thing the world should know from your life experiences. SETH: One thing that I could say is pick the right partners. I have had a few partners in my life but none compare to my wife Tammy Grabel. We are a power dynamite couple and even though we have big dreams there is nothing too large that we can’t accomplish. Pick the right people in your life and you will soar like an eagle. My mother always told me “reach for stars.” I am reaching until I catch them. DLXVRSN: How would you surprise your biggest client? SETH: I would bring them the stars. Currently I am working on a project that involves teleportation. The unbelievable thing is the experiment is true science combined with magic. I actually teleport (no joke)! DLXVRSN: We had the pleasure of having you at a few of our luxury events! SETH: I always love your luxury events! The people I meet at your mixers are not only incredible but also successful in their particular line of work.
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Lisa Remillard
Tammy Grabel
Krista White
Seth Grabel
Ron Dessau
Kat Kelly
Randalene Sergent
Julienne De Leon
Ashlee DeMartino
Damon Nam
Anthony Phillips
Cameron Lickle
Rob Redfox
Steven Kennedy
Garrett Majam
Jen Chase
Adriana Pilon
Michael Greco
Dayna Roselli
Shaun Habibian
Carmin Herenandez
Charo Ronquillo
Sean Su
Alexander Alemany
Cole Russel
Monica Broglia
Urian Booze
Lyle Malapit
Fonda Redfox
Andrew DeMaio
Shannon Auguare
Diem Thuyen
Ben Leedom
Michelle Jeannest
Justin Barlow
Henry Martinez
Vincent Pilon
Alicia Green
Stefanie Gatsinaris
Rachel Moore
Taya Sopikova
Allan Phillip
Tyler Morgan
Arianny Celeste
Dwayne Kennedy
James Pelz
Brian Moore
Noah Auspitz
Tyra Bell Holland
Nicoletta Pellegrino
Mariah Walton
Nick Gold
Didi Perez
Scott Casey
Catherine Dekoekkoek
Deven Chase
Andeen Rose
Danna Musina
Shara Iaconi
Racheal Strusa
Valerie Mac
Jasmine Chen
Andy Gil
Tara Starr
Marc Riedel
Erik Kabik
Suzie Su
Farah Anthony
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every “Luxury Mixer” that DLXVRSN hosts, there’s a singular theme behind why we invite who we do: Amid the drudgery that dayto-day life can bring, we believe there is always “more to experience,” and that whatever any of us believes a “fine life lived” looks like can actually become reality when we’re around extraordinary people doing extraordinary things. Every day our team gets a handful of recommendations about people to honor at our events, and the list gets more impressive. It has been a pleasure meeting hundreds of powerful leaders in their communities and within the luxury lifestyle industry: senators, actors, designers, real estate agents, doctors, lawyers, hair stylists, producers, photographers, and many more have become a part of our movement to honor greatness. What are DLXVRSN’s Luxury Mixers all about, and what makes our honorees leaders in finer living? For starters, honorees aren’t always about glitz and glam, but they use their professions to contribute to making this world a place, where people recognize goodness and the 52 | DLXVRSN Magazine SS14
finer things in life. They are people who strive to lead others toward living their best possible life. When we recognize such contributors, we invite them to an unforgettable Las Vegas venue and encourage them to fill the room with as many guests as they’d like to have witness them, and individuals like them, be honored for the work they do. Part networking, part congratulatory pat-on-the-backing, part party, our mixers spark a cycle of brilliance where like-minded professionals meet one another and encourage one another to keep doing beautiful work. The talent featured on www.dlxvrsn.com is an online showcase of the absolute best in luxury leaders and personalities. As guests and honorees attend our events, we promote their work in their industry any way we can in hopes that soon, the world will relate DLXVRSN with the best leaders in talent, taste, fashion, and finer living. That is our goal. Discover more about our events by visiting our website at www.dlxvrsn.com. www.dlxvrsn.com.
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As the Director of Las Vegas Accounts for his company Till Dawn Group, Garett is required to manage high-end accounts that are profiting every day. Garrett is very passionate about his client relations because it took hard work to achieve the success he can offer them today. DLXVRSN: What do you love most about your product, talent, or service? GM: I love that our services are very broad across the board. We do things on the large scale such as corporate travel, hosting big-time clientele, and luxury hotel services world-wide. DLXVRSN: Tell us the most incredible thing you have experienced so far? GM: The most incredible thing that has happened was being given the opportunity to grow with my accounts. Without the opportunities, no doors would have opened! DLXVRSN: What inspires you in life? GM: There is only one thing that inspires me in everyday life, and that is my little sister. My little sister Andrea is handicapped, and every second of the day she has a smile on her face with not a worry in the world. She keeps me grounded and definitely keeps me humble towards all. DLXVRSN: How do you see your future? GM: To be honest, I see myself in five to ten years traveling the world and embarking on new business. I’m taking the high end hospitality and concierge to a new level! DLXVRSN: What advice could you share? GM: Don’t ever let someone tell you “You Can’t”. Life is not always about taking the paved path. It’s more about creating your own. If you have a passion in doing something...just do it! DLXVRSN: Plans for the ultimate client? GM: Now this is what I have fun with! First, I would pick them up in the jet, then execute their highly confidential itinerary, and lastly fly them back in the jet. Giving them the best showcase for their business or personal status! DLXVRSN: The “Deluxe Version” life is? GM: As it sounds: Embracing that life is a bit bigger, a bit more lavish than you expected. (And finally, a group is showcasing luxury from so many different leaders across the country!) Find Garrett on Twitter @GarrettMajam
As a vibrant young marketing entrepreneur and avid world traveler, Nicoletta’s main focus is providing exceptional products and service to her clients. She is committed to doing what she loves every day, as her job is sharing her research on innovative products and incomparable services with her clients. Although it can be challenging, she enjoys every city that she gets to visit and consistently delivers quality to meet her clients’ highest expectations. Her newest opportunity will take her across the pond to capture street style shots of events in the heart of European fashion. Revisiting a passion for fashion photography will be exciting for her, but capturing an exclusive experience for future issues of this magazine will be her ultimate pleasure!
DLXVRSN: Where do you see yourself in the future? NM: I see myself as a self-sufficient entrepreneur traveling the world, enjoying new people, learning new cultures, and having new experiences.
DLXVRSN: The theme of this issue is “vision.” What’s your vision in life? NM: My vision has always been to create a platform to move other fellow entrepreneurs to the next level in their businesses. It’s never enough for me to succeed alone; I want every person around me to achieve the highest level of success possible.
DLXVRSN: What is this international opportunity coming up? NM: I have been chosen to be the international fashion correspondent for DLXVRSN as I travel Europe to see the latest fashion events and runway shows. I will be sharing my journey exclusively with DLXVRSN online with street style photos and must-see trends from the epicenter of European fashion.
DLXVRSN: What inspires you in everyday life? NM: Art, music, and the beauty that surrounds me. DLXVRSN: What is your biggest guilty pleasure? NM: Meeting a diverse amount of people, traveling the world living my dreams, and making others’ dreams true.
DLXVRSN: Any advice for those pursuing similar goals? NM: Follow your passion, trust your instincts, and set achievable goals. DLXVRSN: One thing we should know from your life experiences? NM: Being on bottom can be fun, but it’s better to be on top!
Follow the adventures of Nicoletta at @nicoletam3 on Instagram. Her international fashion updates will be on www.dlxvrsn.com this fall as she shares her world travels!
Fonda Redfox is the CEO of Redfox, Inc., a conglomerate of three companies: Eleece, Three Feathers and Redfox & Associates. She finds life to be gratifying by mentoring young people to succeed with their dreams and providing quality leadership in her companies. Her passion is sharing products that change the mainstream standards with new and innovative business. Eleece has the cutting edge in the market and is leading the way with the exclusive serum created for all ages, gender and skin types. Fonda wanted this to be a natural product with no harmful chemicals. The lightly scented mask combats multiple skin problems and also hydrates at the same time. The process is simple, easy and relaxing. Fonda finds her artistic pleasure in 3 Feather Star Quilts, a company that is absorbed with so much young talent and ambition. Look closely and you find that the stunning artwork shows the minds of Native American veteran-owned business. The intricate detail of this company has truly set the cutting edge for a signature series that no one will ever be able to replicate. No one else has ever created the star quilt like this company has done, an entirely new look at tradition. DLXVRSN: What is the most incredible thing you have experience in your career so far? FR: Teamwork! Our team started out small, encountered hard knocks and with motivation and drive, we increasingly built stronger teams. We moved fast and had the determination not to quit. As a small team we met some of the most incredible people that anyone could ever ask for. Our drive and determination brought us from small town Montana to Nevada where we have experienced some of our largest challenges, yet with determination and drive never stops. DLXVRSN: What reaction do you normally get from a satisfied customer or audience? FR: “I love your mask, my face feels amazing!” We have been marketing for close to a year and have received 99 percent satisfaction. The Ben Leedom Signature line of star quilts has received the highest praise. The first reaction to the signature line is, “Those are amazing!” DLXVRSN: What is something that someone has told you that confirmed you were on the right path? FR: Do not let short-term finance greed get the best of you! You are striving for long-term finance greed and never let the short term finance greed overrule your thinking. Do not give up or give in! She was an amazing motivational speaker that gave me the strength and confirmation that I was on the right track. DLXVRSN: We had the pleasure of having you at one of out luxury mixers. How have these events enhanced your lifestyle. FR: I have met the most incredible people that will always be instilled in my life. Everyone at the mixer is striving in their business and is most anxious to share their success or work to help share your success. What is most amazing is being a sponsor for the mixer and from that we have created the most beautiful Eleece selling team! DLXVRSN: To make your life this reality, you had set goals. What were some of the toughest goals you overcame? FR:I always said I would be the best leader ever. Owning three newly built businesses, you have to move fast, have a good attitude and have a team that of self-starters and have a ton of motivation within; especially when I am multitasking between all three companies and keeping in touch with my family in Montana on the ranch. Building the right team takes motivation and communication, but sometimes there are times when your team will fly on their own, if not we move on. I look at Trump as one of my biggest toughest motivators in life and I will never give up! DLXVRSN: What inspires you to keep doing what you love? FR: My family inspires me to do more! Changing my lifestyle and the way I think truly has made a difference in my life. Juggling your career and family is very hard, but having your family support you is one of the biggest endeavors in life that you could ever ask for. DLXVRSN: What kind of day you plan for your biggest client? FR: A wonderful stress free day in the Glacier Mountains of Montana, with no work attached! I love Montana! DLXVRSN: Our creative director, Tim Hancock, has had the pleasure of collaborating with you on projects this year. How was your experience with him and the people you’ve met through DLXVRSN? FR: Timothy was an icon that I use to watch on Facebook and always wished I had him as a photographer. During Cosmoprof of Las Vegas, our product was promoted by Ms. Lee of South Korea. During this time a photographer was picked for our company. When Tim walked up, I was truly blown away that I had the opportunity to meet him! I asked Tim if he would try the mask and let us know what he thought. Tim loved the mask and that week we signed on with him. I feel truly blessed to have the collaboration with his creative direction. The people we have met through Tim at the mixers have been above and beyond amazing. DLXVRSN: How have you embraced the “Deluxe Version” lifestyle? FR: As a lifestyle, “Deluxe Version” is totally about luxury and living with the best. On a business note, DLXVRSN Media Inc. has set the pace for our company and within our business plan it attained our marketing goals to the highest degree. Our target market was met, which was going to be very difficult for us to achieve within the allotted time we gave ourselves. Our company became known in other countries and this year we will take it to whole new level of international marketing with the models DLXVRSN Media Inc. found for us. The artistic ability of this team has also created a new look for the Native American Star Quilts that we are dying to introduce to the world for 2014. We cannot thank DLXVRSN Media Inc. enough for the new image it have given our companies. Discover more online about Fonda’s companies at www.Eleece.com and www.3FeathersStarQuilts.com
A stylist whose mission is to discover the most unique, off-beat clothing designers from around the world, Mariah houses their work on her online boutique. Her passion helps bring Euro-couture to the United States by introducing women to eclectic, authentic, bespoke articles that help them stand out in any crowd for all the right reasons DLXVRSN: What do you love most about being a stylist? MW: I love when I’ve earned a client’s trust to dress them for special occasion in their lives. When they look back at those moments, I become part of that memory. That’s priceless to me. DLXVRSN: The most incredible thing you have experienced in your career? MW: The most incredible thing was being asked to style the cover of a major magazine in Las Vegas. It was my honor and it opened many other doors for me in my career. DLXVRSN: What inspires you in life? MW: The reaction I get from a satisfied client is a wide-eyed, great smile with a gasp of excitement! DLXVRSN: Do people find you gifted? MW: Something that confirmed I was on the right path is “why are you surprised, this is your gift!” DLXVRSN: Your biggest indulgence? MW: My biggest indulgence is being the very first person to see and test the new imports when they arrive. Sometimes it is SO hard not to keep some of the dresses for myself! DLXVRSN: What’s in store for the future? MW: I see myself bringing on stylists and turning what I do into the Mariah Walton Styling Group. My goal is to mentor in business acumen, train, and retain many other stylists to work under my umbrella around the country. DLXVRSN: What’s one thing the world should know from your life experiences? MW: One thing the world should know about my life experiences is that if you stay focused, your dream will certainly come to fruition. DLXVRSN: The “Deluxe Version” lifestyle mean what to you? MW: The “Deluxe Version” lifestyle to me, simply means living and enjoying a lifestyle that is gratifying and superior in quality while enjoying the crème de la crème of the services you desire! Visit: www.mariahwaltonstyling.com
Randalene’s past as a former United States track and field pole vaulter prepared her for a future in the health and fitness industry. As an athlete transitioning into the world of business, she figured out the secrets to staying fit and healthy no matter what company she represents. Today, Randalene is a national spokes model for two companies: Eleece Beauty and Skincare and Lone Star Sports. (And not surprisingly, in her free time Randalene is also a National Physique Committee National Bikini competitor.) DLXVRSN: How do you celebrate the “Deluxe Version” lifestyle? RS: I’m constantly sharing that this network of brilliant minds is a way we can connect to a world talent, taste, fashion and the best in finer living. Leaders from all over the world can offer their insight on these subjects for people like us to learn and enchance our lifestyles. DLXVRSN: The most incredible person you have known? RS: I grew up surrounded by incredible athletes but one person stands out in my mind. Grandpa Bell was a pole vaulter, and when he was 90 years old he broke his own world record to set a new one. He was a young doctor when he took up pole vaulting and never stopped. Grandpa Bell developed prostate cancer and through his fight he continued to pole vault and live a healthy lifestyle. He is living proof that focussing on nutrition and exercise is the key to living a long life as well as attaining health goals. DLXVRSN: What drives you to succeed? RS: It is the many people I have been truly fortunate to train with and currently work with everyday that inspire me to succeed. It is amazing to get to know the many hardships that people work through. Their stories drive me to be healthy in every way so I may be able to continue my fitness and health as an example for them. DLXVRSN: What’s one thing the world should know from your life experiences? RS: Throughout my career I have had as many mental challenges as physical challenges. I think it goes without saying to continue to reach for your dreams and set goals. By always pushing the limits to reach the next level I have been able to achieve my goals. Never saving anything for the end, I give it my all and know there will be more to give. Keep up with @RandaleneSergent daily on Instagram and www.randalene.com
Get fitness and health tips from Randalene every week on her blog. www.randalene.com
Catch Rachel’s daily outfit photos on Instagram at @yourstylistrachel
This Las Vegas-based fashion stylist loves what she gets to do for her clients! With a passion for fashion from a very young age, Little Rachel would flip through Vogue and dress her Barbies in “high fashion.” Today, Grownup Rachel dresses real-life Barbie dolls (like the modes for this magazine) while maintaining this quintessential childhood lesson: With enough hard work, dreams really can become a reality. DLXVRSN: What reaction do you normally get from a satisfied client? RM: A great deal of my work comes from referrals. I imagine that they’re very happy with the service I provide, because I keep getting more and more work from friends and business associates of former clients. DLXVRSN: What confirmed you were on the right path? RM: I think the fact that numerous individuals have approached me with business opportunities, or have had a willingness to invest in me and my future in the styling business. That has confirmed to me that I’m doing what I’m supposed to be doing. DLXVRSN: Where do you see yourself in the future? RM: I see myself working in Las Vegas, Miami, L.A., New York, as well as internationally to style and produce fashion shows and advertising campaigns. I would love to join a nightclub team as a creative director, enabling me to combine my dance background with my fashion knowledge to create something fresh and innovative.
DLXVRSN: What advice do you have for future stylists? RM: Work hard. And don’t let your visions get blurred by others. There will be obstacles and fierce competition out there, but if you stay true to yourself and your creative vision, someone else will see that and give you a chance to prove yourself! DLXVRSN: With no budget limit, what would you plan for a client? RM: This is every fashion stylist’s dream! I love high fashion so I think I would buy some of my favorite pieces from recent runway shows and pull from vintage collections and do a shoot for the decades of fashion with top 20 working models right now. I imagine myself finding one color that really inspired me and working around that color to build my story. I’m dying a little bit just imagining this! DLXVRSN: What do you love most about being a stylist? RM: I love that as a fashion stylist I get to create something all my own. Being a fashion stylist is about combining structured training with a great eye. To see an ad campaign come out and know that it was my vision that made part of the project a reality gives me tremendous gratification. DLXVRSN: What does the “Deluxe Version” lifestyle mean to you? RM: The Deluxe Version lifestyle to me is being the best version of yourself. Being confident, intelligent, and hard working.
Photo: Patrick Gray/Erik Kabik Retna
As a veteran celebrity stylist Andeen creates personalized looks that reflect one’s attitude, confidence and personality. The magic produced by Andeen’s services lies in her ability to align her clients’ inner beauty with their exterior features. Her creativity produces the best individual look and style for each of her guests. With more than 15 years of expertise working in the beauty industry, Andeen is set to begin training and sharing her fashionable flair with a team of talented emerging stylists in her own lounge. The Style Lounge will offer an array of affordable luxury services that will set a new standard for an elegant beauty experience in Las Vegas.
her telling me to always do the right thing and be a good person. DLXVRSN: What reaction do you normally get from customers? AR: HUGS! Gotta love hugs! The smile on their face says it all. DLXVRSN: We had the pleasure of having you at several of our luxury mixers. How have these events enhanced your lifestyle? AR: The events have connected me with fantastic professionals and successful people who want to help people on their journey to success. This is what is it really is all about — sharing the knowledge, helping when you can.
DLXVRSN: How has your vision brought you this great success? AR: At this point in my career I am living a dream I never new I had. Life has been crazy and my career path has had a few turns and twists, but I am where I am supposed to be!
DLXVRSN: What does the “Deluxe Version” lifestyle mean to you? AR: The lifestyle this brand promotes is simply amazing. It’s a forum to meet other individual with like minds, who truly appreciate being the best that they can be and are either at the top of their field or on their way up. Luxury at its best!
DLXVRSN: Share the most incredible thing in your career so far. AR: The most incredible thing would be the relationships that have been built with my guests!
Explore more about The Style Lounge at thestyleloungelv.com
DLXVRSN: What inspires you in everyday life? AR: My mom. She passed away March 11 and there is not a day that goes by where I don’t miss her terribly. The little voice in my head is
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Diem // Bathing suit: Topshop Sunglasses: Stylist’s Own Dwayne & Danny // Swimsuits: Billionaire Shirts: Billionaire
Julienne // Romper: Bebe Sunglasses: Stylist’s Own
Stormy // Bathing suit: Beach Bunny Cover-up: Topshop Sunglasses: Guess Jewelry: Topshop Danny // Swimsuit: Billionaire
Madisan // Romper: Bebe Shoes: Christian Louboutin Henry // Swimsuit: Billionaire
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Born in Siberia and raised in Germany, Taya is the daughter of an artist and a ballerina who was naturally drawn to the arts. She took every ballet and painting class she could. At the age of 8 she got into Vaganova Ballet Academy in St. Petersburg, one of the most prestigious ballet academies in the world. After moving to Germany at age 10 her interests sparked in math and science, which is what she’s currently pursuing for her degree. Taya loves the outdoors and enjoying nature as much as possible! DLXVRSN: What do you love most about your career? TS: I like that I get to meet a lot interesting people and work with them creatively. DLXVRSN: How has your vision brought you to this point in life? TS: I suppose the vision I have maintained throughout my life is to remain positive and to never let anyone define me. DLXVRSN: The most incredible thing you have experienced so far? TS: The incredible handwork that goes into the creative process. DLXVRSN: What inspires you in life? TS: My parents inspired my creative beginnings which lead me to accomplishing my dreams.
DLXVRSN: Something that someone said that motivated you? TS: They were proud of me! DLXVRSN: Where do you see yourself in the future? TS: I see myself continuing to live passionately and never taking life for granted. DLXVRSN: Where have you traveled recently? TS: I’ve had the opportunity of traveling to Thailand as well as China. Both countries were an incredible experience and gave me a great deal of insight into the modeling industry. DLXVRSN: How do you stay healthy? TS: I love running with my dog and doing pilates as often as I can. DLXVRSN: Who would you say is the most beautiful celebrity? TS: Angelina Jolie! Follow Taya on instagram @Taya_Sop
DLXVRSN: Your goofy talent? CD: I like to tap dance (secretly). DLXVRSN: What inspires you in life? CD: My hardworking mom. She has made a beautiful life for me with hard work and showing respect. She inspires me to stay strong and always have faith and believe in my dreams. Catherine grew up in Boracay, Philippines, and moved to the United States when she was 7 years old. This intelligent beauty has a degree in broadcast journalism, and when not traveling the world she loves nothing more than spending time with her mom and close girlfriends.
DLXVRSN: Seen the South African sunset lately? CD: Yes! I recently came back from South Africa. I lived there for 2 months and I learned to be courageous with my independence while being so far away from home.
DLXVRSN: What do you love most about your career? CD: I love how my career gives me the opportunity to travel so many places around the world. I get to meet people with such amazing backgrounds and stories.
DLXVRSN: What is your secret to healthy living? CD: Health and fitness are very important to me. I try to eat super healthy and I also use my juicer constantly. When you feel good, you look good.
DLXVRSN: How has your vision in life brought you to this success? CD: I always believe in myself. It's easy to have doubts but when you believe, anything is possible.
DLXVRSN: Who is your celebrity crush? CD: My celebrity crush? Hmm....I have plenty, but at the moment I love Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.
DLXVRSN: What does the “Deluxe Version� lifestyle mean to you? CD: It means to living with confidence, showing kindness, and gratitude while never giving up on your passion.
Follow Catherine on Instagram @CatherineZoe
A versatile model who tackles everything from fashion shoots, spokes modeling and runway campaigns, in her spare time Julienne also dabbles in acting. Whatever she’s doing, she enjoys being surrounded by positive people who are striving to make their mark on the world. DLXVRSN: What inspires you? JDL: What inspires me is the fun opportunities I encounter when I take the time to challenge myself. I always meet amazing people who inspire me to work harder. DLXVRSN: How does a great photo shoot normally go? JDL: It’s important to click from the start. When the model feels comfortable with the photographer the images have a great turnout. I always recommend to work with those that make me feel empowered and produce quality images for my career. DLXVRSN: We had the pleasure of your company having you at several of our luxury mixers! JDL: The DLXVRSN luxury events have been the talk of the town since 2013! It has enhanced my lifestyle and those who’ve attended because it pushes people to strive and work harder so that we may share a luxury lifestyle together. DLXVRSN Where do you see yourself in the future? JDL: I’m such a chameleon and it’s always fun to transform myself and learn new things. I see myself as a better version of me; still modeling but being more recognized as well as producing events for my event design career. DLXVRSN: You have to escape and have fun, right? JDL: Yes! I love to travel and try new things that scare me. Recently I went to Thailand and played with big tigers! I once skydived at Boulder City. I think that was pretty scary but I did it anyway! DLXVRSN: What is your secret to staying in shape? JDL: I work out three times a week and keep up with protein shakes, supplements, juicing and salads every day. I eat healthy but I do indulge in a lot of chocolate! DLXVRSN: Biggest thrill in life?! JDL: Risk taking! DLXVRSN: How can people follow you? JDL: On Twitter @JuliennedeLeonG
A 24-year-old artist and card-carrying member of the Screen Actors Guild, Scott has shown high aptitude for art, fashion and performance since boyhood. Today he uses his talents to bless those around him... because, after all, life itself is a blessing. DLXVRSN: What do you love about being an actor and model? SC: What I love most about my career is its diversity. Every day as an artist is never the same as the last. The future is always exciting! DLXVRSN: How has your vision in life shaped you? SC: Vision is powerful in every career. I often visualize my goal ahead of me for months, days, or even moments before taking action. Pursuing it daily is what keeps me driven! DLXVRSN: What advice would you give aspiring actors? SC: My best advice for aspiring actors is to choose their own footsteps, even if that means making their own path which may be difficult, but the reward is great. DLXVRSN: Alright, let’s hear your biggest thrill! SC: My biggest thrill in life is certainly inspiring others to do what they love. It may sound cliché, but really it gets my heart beating under my chest.
DLXVRSN: Is your fitness schedule intense? SC: A combination of morning cardio and a mixed healthy vegan diet keep me in shape. DLXVRSN: You recently shot in a Billionaire brand crocodile jacket worth nearly $100,000 for this issue. How did that feel? SC: That crocodile jacket was amazing! I have been fortunate to work with Timothy Hancock who shot that editorial. Besides being a great friend, he’s a wonderful photographer, excellent visionary, and creative genius. DLXVRSN: What inspires you? SC: People and their happiness inspire me the most. DLXVRSN: Who is your celebrity crush? SC: My celebrity crush goes out to Jenny McCarthy. She was a total babe to work with. DLXVRSN: What will you do to shape this world? SC: I plan to shape this world with the power of art, love, and passion.
Russian born and American spirited, Danna is spontaneous and fun. Her magnetic personality and charm leaves you wanting to know more. Danna recently landed opportunities in New York as a model and fell in love with The Big Apple. DLXVRSN: What is your favorite thing to shoot as a model? DM: I absolutley my experience lifestyle shoots, where I get to be myself in any fashion. Whether it’s lounging in my favorite sweater or on location in dresses from Saint Laurent, I love capturing poses that are free and fun. DLXVRSN: What do you love most about your travels? DM: I love taking pictures of the world on my phone wherever I go! Yes, I am crazy about my Instagram photos and you can always see what I’m up to in New York, LA, and Las Vegas. DLXVRSN Where do you see yourself in the future? DM: Haha, OMG! I really have no idea! Wherever I am, I want to make sure I am surrounded by the people I love. DLXVRSN: What do you do for fun? DM: I always have to make time for my girlfriends. If I get a minute to catch up with my ladies over coffee or a night out, then I am so so happy! DLXVRSN: Staying fit: Any secrets? DM: Yoga! I eat a lot of green foods and enjoy tea, too! DLXVRSN: Favorite thing to wear? DM: Black dresses! DLXVRSN: Favorite inspirational quote? DM: Okay...this one is funny, actually: I saw a sign in Soho that said, “KINKY: Be all you can be!” You gotta love that! DLXVRSN: You got to shoot with the lovely Taya Sopikova in one of our SS14 fashion editorials for this issue. How did you like working with the DLXVRSN team during that shoot? DM: The team here team is brillant. This magazine has a creative outlook that sets the standard in our industry. I am immediatley drawn to quality and it was an amazing experience. The suits Taya and I wore from Billionaire Couture were simply stunning! I’m excited to shoot with this team again in the future. Follow Danna on Instagram @DannaMusina.
Although he models, acts, is a stunt man and a precision driver, they’re all things Dwayne does but not who he is. A conscious being who is passionate about life and experiencing the world he actually enjoys all-things science (and admits to liking the real nerdy stuff). No matter what, Dwayne strives to do everything he does to the highest, and is constantly amazed by this amazing journey we call life. And as he grows his career internationally, he finds his true fortune in working with creative individuals every day. DLXVRSN: What is the most incredible thing you have experienced? DK: I would way the most incredible thing so far was getting the opportunity to see the Great Wall of China...except for the fact that my friend and I thought we were going to get kidnapped and/or murdered leaving it. (Don’t take just any “taxi” just because there’s a sign. We were idiots!) Seeing one of the wonders of the world firsthand really was quite a humbling experience. DLXVRSN: What’s in store for the future? DK: Haha, that’s a tough question. I never planned on joining the military or lifeguarding, much less modeling or acting. I picture myself traveling more with modeling, doing more acting, stunt work, and driving. It would be cool to eventually coordinate stunts for films. We’ll see if the universe agrees.... DLXVRSN: Any international travels? DK: I got to travel to Okinawa, Japan and Shanghai, China! They were life changing experiences where I learned so much and it gave me the desire to travel more and meet new people from all over the world. The insight I got about life and about myself from having a different view than what I’m used to leads me to believe that traveling is important for self growth. DLXVRSN: How you you stay active? DK: To me, rock climbing and inline skating is more exciting than the gym. When I have fun working out it doesn’t become some chore! DLXVRSN: A name in Hollywood you have a crush on, right now? It’s between Aubrey Plaza and Jennifer Lawrence. Jennifer’s performances and beauty make it hard not to be awestruck by her. Truthfully, I would have to say Aubrey Plaza would be my crush. She is more my type: cute, weird, and almost to the point of awkward. She gets me every time! Instagram: @DKdwaynekennedy