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LOOK GOOD NAKED

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A TOP MODEL

NEW YORK FASHION DESIGNER: ASTRID BRUCKER - BOTH FEMININE AND TIMELESS

ARTIKAL - HOLLY SLAYTON, DEFINING HER CREATIVE IMPULSE

STRETCHING YOUR PSYCHE

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FASHION FORWARD WITH CUFFE PARADE

TOP 5 SPOTS OF NYC

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About Elucid Magazine is New York -bringing you all the hottest fashion designers who are earning global names, and highlighting the complete lifestyle of New York City. Whether you are a tourist or a New Yorker, Elucid Magazine is a reader’s destination for true New York experiences. Elucid will be at the major events but also seek out the obscure. Their writers view good journalism as stories with depth, and therefore will provide you with stories that you may not find anywhere else, as well as photography and styling that scream “Elucid.” In short, something to be surprised by and something to remember. Every season 70,000 readers get direct access to this publication for FREE. Elucid Magazine is also available digitally for iPad, tablets and iPhone for FREE.

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Founder / Creative Director : Ankit Rauniyar Ankit@elucidmagazine.com Art Director : Elina Paliakova elina@elucidmagazine.com Writers : Andre Zemnovitsch Jane Hruska Cindy Martinez Hayleigh Hatcher Amber Sweet Scotty Vaughn Day Dhyana Forte Photographers : Elina Paliakova Rebekah Mae IJfke Ridgley Tal Givony Asst. Photograper : Yoav Fridlander Carsten Kalkman Shane C Drummond Juan Cardenas

Models : Anna Robertson Ashley Soong Lea Annovazzi Elizabeth Makhnachova Alba Mecaj Yulia Zykova Viktiriia Sorokhmaniuk Katherine Lihacheva Ksusha Pasochnik Erin Cassidy Isis McKell Hair and Makeup Artists : Ashley Meyers Denise Mojica Veronika Robova Rebecca Marshman Dhyana Forte Keila Sone Scotty Vaughn Day Tyrel Knight Cherry Le Sobhuza Moore Angie Rafaela Christina Maria

Designers : LEONID GUREVICH ASTRID BRUCKER Cuffe Prade Artikal Millenary Jane Hruska iENDAY MICHAEL ANTHONY COLLECTION LaCrasia Barksdale Otis Damon Bloom Bazar Vince Camuto GBGH Jewelry Tavia Sanza Lo Boheme Fashion Stylings : CateiaGabreilla eLeana Kanellou Trina Scott

Contributors : Jacob Johnson Sahab Uddin Htet T San CateiaGabreilla Kai Speller Qiana Williams Kenneth Kelly Elizabeth Rocklin Kamika Marie IMG MODELS Akram Soliman Stefanie Delgado Magazine Designer : Mikki Nylund

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LOOK GOOD NAKED

Naked. The word alone terrifies half the population and to actually be naked is one of the biggest fears many people know. We were born with out clothing and we put it on and take it off a few different times daily, being naked is a part of life. So how do we feel good naked and better yet, how do we feel good naked in front of another? If you want to be cool calm and collective in the nude you must look and feel you’re best. To be you’re best sans clothing, there are things that make a difference right away. There are also positive actions we can take day by day to ensure long term success every time we undress.

eeling like a perfect ten without clothes would be so perfect. However, there is no such thing as perfect and realistically most of us are a little insecure in the nude. Don’t fret, there are several different actions we can take to feel our best in our birthday suits. Grooming, is where it’s at. Rogue hairs have to go. Keeping you’re legs bare, and bikini area properly groomed are very important but you certainly don’t want to forget those other unwanted hairs wherever they may be so get rid of them. Whether you are shaving, waxing, lasering etc. there is nothing sexier than being smooth as a kitten. Next is proper skincare. Exfoliating, and moisturizing are essential. Exfoliating sheds dead skin cells leaving us smoother, softer, and even glowing. I suggest exfoliating all over once a week and using moisturizer everyday. If you want to deepen the glow you can always do a little spray tan or self tanner. When the skin has more color it tends to hide imperfections, I know I always feel more confident when I’m looking sun kissed. Next is nails, keeping our nails well manicured is an easy way to polish our appearance and it‘s a nice way to relax. So now that we have groomed our bod-

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ies it’s time to accentuate our best features. Whatever you love about yourself-play it up and show it off, it’s important to draw attention to the areas we like the most. Lastly, let’s make the lighting work in our favor, everyone feels better in good lighting. Now that the room is perfectly lit, and we are groomed to the max, we must be feeling great, the only thing left to do is smile and make eye contact…you will be irresistible!

am a firm believer in a healthy life style. The key to being confident without clothes on lies within diet and exercise. You are what you eat and what we eat fuels our body inside and out. Eating a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins is where it all starts. There are so many benefits to proper nutrition. You’re skin which happens to be the largest organ will stay rejuvenated and youthful. You’re hair will be more lustrous, and you’re nails will be stronger too. A nutritious diet is proven to make you feel better mentally, emotionally and physically. When it comes to looking good naked many people automatically think of their bodies, their faults, and what needs to be improved. Exercise can often

help. With a proper exercise regimen we can tone up, tighten the skin, eliminate cellulite, define our muscles, and even shed some pounds. Besides the physical benefits of exercise, exercise can make you feel amazing inside… which radiates positive energy. Exercise lightens the load, it alleviates stress, and generally makes you feel good-so get moving. No pain, no gain, if you want to look good you have to work for it and remember the nutrition is what fuels the workouts, and builds the muscle it is actually eighty percent in the diet exercise equation!

he last part of feeling good naked is feeling good about ourselves. Self love and self acceptance are the ultimate keys to confidence in the nude. When we can truly accept who we are and what we look like is when we are most free with or without clothing. Making an effort to stay gorgeously groomed and taking care of ourselves through proper diet and exercise are fundamentals of positive living and when we feel good, we look good. The only thing left is the fear. Face it, let it go, then you can let go of the clothes!

Writer: Photographer: Model : Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist:

Hayleigh Hatcher Elina Paliakova Viktiriia Sorokhmaniuk Cherry Le

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A

TOP MODEL

“It’s the girl who never thought she could who gets discovered. The prettiest girl in school doesn’t always make the best model,” says Ivan Bart, a top agent with IMG Models. What It Takes:

It takes much more than a slim figure and a pretty face to be a top model in this day and age. When an agent is looking for a new model to sign, they are looking for something very particular. To be a top model, in general one would need to be tall and slim. This body image can focus a bad light on the fashion industry, but it is true that clothes happen to hang better on a smaller body. Since the fashion industry’s main goal is to sell clothes ( and cosmetics, accessories, and perfumes), it is important that the clothes are presented in a fashionable, attractive way. A unique look can also give you a distinct advantage.

Body Type:

For mainstream modeling, slimmer figures are important on the runway. In addition, they photograph better because pictures are two dimensional and the body loses some of its angles in photographs. Without these angles even slender girls can appear heavy in pictures. For women, 5’8” and up is an industry standard, clear skin, a full head of hair, and overall symmetry play an important role in the modeling industry. Other qualities such as height and weight depend on what you’re modeling. Working with a fitness trainer can be a good idea, especially someone who has a good reputation and experience with models.

Photographer: Makeup: Hair: Model: Editor: Model: Writer :

Rebekah Mae Angie Rafaela Sobhuza Moore Katherine Lihacheva Akram Soliman Katherine Lihacheva ModelPromoter.com

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Portfolio: Working on your portfolio is a big step. Models need to work on building a modeling portfolio so that you can get more comfortable in front of the camera.

Be organized:

Be organized: Often times schedules get changed around or last minuted appointments come up. Models need to make sure they are on top of everything.

Your attitude:

Professionalism is key. Models can easily develop a poor reputation by continually being late for hair and make up or coming in with bags under their eyes. Sleep is integral!

Getting signed: Starting in a city like Los Angeles or New York City is a great place to be to start a modeling career. One needs to also be fairly reserved during castings and go-sees. Ivan Bart says being a “beatiful blank slate” is key. “Remember to stay patient and perseverant. Be serious about your goals”, Kate Moss once said. I was 14 when I started modeling. At the end of that first day my mum said: “If you want to do this, you’re on your own because I’m not traipsing around London ever again like that. Get ready for hard work but with big payoffs on your journey to becoming the next top model.”

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“Changing out of my heels, I found it's easier being down− to−earth four inches closer to the ground.”

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NYC FASHION DESIGNER

ASTRID BRUCKER If you define a woman by her clothing, first impression, and immediate surroundings, Astrid Brucker, our featured New York City clothing designer, is both feminine and timeless. She’s unassuming, putting you instantly at ease upon entering her very hip and creative Chinatown apartment building in a neighborhood and exciting metropolitan city where she’s inspired on a daily basis to develop her original clothing designs and accessories labeled astridland.

Photographer: Rebekah Mae Hair and Makeup: Christina Maria and Dhyana Forte Editor: Matt Silverton Model: Katherine Lihacheva Model: Ksusha Pasochnik Model: Erin Cassidy Model: Isis McKell Label: Astridland

It’s no wonder that international celebrities and starlets such as Lauren Hutton, Faye Dunaway, Scarlett Johansson and Eva Mendez have enjoyed being dressed by her for years and why Astrid has become such a highly sought after wardrobe stylist. I had the pleasure of interviewing her after checking out her clothing designs. One piece after another was more fabulous than the one before it, including a red snakeskin print skirt, a Daphne Guinness inspired dress and vests with easy flow lines and very wearable fabrics. Here’s what she had to say during our exclusive interview about her passion for wardrobe styling and her overall philosophy on her clothing line and designs: Please share a little of your career background. I attended Parsons from 1986-1990 and graduated in 1990 with a Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design. Then, after graduation, I started working with Marissa Collections and Harvey Bernard, working from textile to sports. After that, I began my career in feature films (working with international celebrity starlets). What inspired you to become a clothing designer? My clothing inspiration came from a deep seated childhood passion. Parsons was a beginning of my...

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ASTRID BRUCKER ...expression toward a dream. To me clothing is wearable art, makes a statement, and is painting all wrapped in one, a nice avant-garde way of wearing your own art.

I also recently designed a Kimonotype robe for a very talented Puerto Rican singer, Janid Ortiz. The robe is a Hobbit kind of robe for one of her music videos.

What was the first year you started designing your clothing line?

I see Lauren Hutton listed on your website: www.astridland. com. I photographed her earlier this year, and I am big fan. What was it like working with such a legend?

Where else have your clothing designs and accessories been seen?

Where do you look for inspiration?

I met Lauren Hutton on a low budget indie film (“Loser Love”) where I was the costume designer. We dressed her in Bill Blass for the character in the film. Her personal sense of style varied from tailored jackets and sarongs from the boutique Calypso. She liked my work so much she called me back for a television series on Bravo entitled “Bravo Profiles” covering women in the entertainment industry. That led to a syndicated television travel series, “Three Perfect Days” (1997-1997), hosted by Lauren Hutton on Discovery. Your work was just recently featured at Parsons, correct? When was that? October 2011. A dress of mine was shown in Parsons at the Aronson Galleries. I also did two runway shows with Supima at Gotham Hall in the Garment district where I showed four of my designs. All the items sold right after my Parsons school show, and I don’t have them anymore.

The And Art contest and the Salmagundi Club. I’ve also had lots of press in WWD, Fashion Week Daily, Glamour.com, Tantalum Magazine, Level Magazine, Iconography, Scripture, and Gladys Magazine. Do you also design purses and other accessories? Could you please elaborate on everything you design? Yes! I originally made a bag to carry my own things in. These initial designs were lightweight, easy to carry, made from manmade material, faux fur, ultra suede and recycled leather. My purses have interesting lines, but the accessories became more of a sideline, something to augment and complement my clothing designs. How would you describe/ define your clothing line? Minimal, yet bold, lyrical yet defined. My designs are current, and also timeless. Anything I design you can wear any season. The lines are very feminine, but let the woman express herself.

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Travel, art, and instinct are all sources for inspiration. Where do you start when designing a garment? I work with the fabric first. What is the most difficult material to work with and why? Velvet and silk. They slip when sewing. What do you find most challenging about designing clothing? Marketing is a challenge, especially in this economy. Name a designer who continues to inspire you. Gautier. In your opinion, what is the best product you’ve designed? My silk blend black cowl neck dress lined with silk charmeuse.

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What innovation has you most excited?

Where do you see yourself ten years down the road from now?

Fabric technology.

A lifestyle brand.

What do you think is the next big trend in womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing?

How can our readers purchase your designs online?

Sustainable and/or eco-friendly clothing.

www.astridland.etsy.com

Lyrical,yet refined- sophisticated, feminine and timeless. What are some of your favorite products on the market right now? Wrap tops, cowl necks (flattering for every figure) and slim pants. What are you working on currently?

Flirt, Neda, Werk, Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Aristote and Albertine. My clothes are sold at Werk, and Courtney Love has been a customer.

3 new tops.

Do you have any advice for new designers breaking into the market?

Where do you see your designs five years into the future?

Be passionate about fashion and learn your craft.

I hope to be in more stores and have e-commerce up and running.

At what retail outlets can I find your clothing designs?

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Artikal founder, Holly Slayton, was born in Washington D.C. and grew up in northern Virginia. From a young age she was inspired to create; growing up with her grandmother, an award-winning dressmaker who loved to crochet, and her entrepreneurial, crafts woman, mother.

“I’m really excited about the future of my craft. ‘Handmade’ is becoming more and more popular.” Photographer: Photo Assistant: Photo Assistant: Model: Make Up Artist: Hair Stylis:

Rebekah Mae Shane C Drummond Juan Cardenas Alba Mecaj Keila Sone Dhyana Forte

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Like many other young designers, Holly Slayton, spent her formative years exploring and defining her creative impulse. “As a teenager I was always making jewelry and sewing. In high school I was passionate about couture and beauty; taking cosmetology and fashion merchandising classes. ”After completing her secondary education, Holly chose to pursue cosmetology and began her first carrier as a colorist in an upscale Georgetown salon. “I loved being able to make people feel beautiful. I loved the craft and skill involved but I felt that something was missing.” Inspired by her artisan legacy, Holly checked out a few books from her local library and taught herself to crochet. Her first project was hat for a supportive friend. Soon, other friends and family were clamoring for her hats and the seeds of Artikal were sown.

“Inspired by her artisan legacy, Holly checked out a few books from her local library and taught herself to crochet. Her first project was a hat for a supportive friend. Soon, other friends and family were clamoring for her hats and the seeds of Artikal were sown.” ”

Bolstered by her success, Holly, moved to New York to launch her brand, but uncertain of how to go about it, Artikal incubated for a few years while Holly got her New York footing. “I met a designer who had his own label and store. We taught each other quite a few things. While he taught me to hand knit I taught him how to use the knitting machine. ”Holly was inspired by her friend and turned that zeal towards making Artikal a success. “I started my own line and selling at boutiques in the East Village. In 2002 I began to master millinery techniques incorporated them in my line. I finally was able to get a workshop space” Bolstered by her success Holly ambitiously pursued expanding the reach of Artikal. “I taught my self to build a website. My line was carried at more and more boutiques. I built my own online clientele and now I am shipping my hats all over the world.”

“I’m really excited about the future of my craft. ‘Handmade’ is becoming more and more popular, Artikal is being fetured in fashion shows and designer showcases and I’ll be doing some great trunk shows this spring.” Holly has been working with other hot young New York designers to get their craft to the public. She has recently been featured in the Daily News and has been hosting her own designer get togethers, Happy Hour Bartique and The Urban Designer Collective, every month. Look for Artikal to release more millinery innovations in leather, fur and straw in the up coming season.

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GOLD FACE Start with a clean, moisturized face. (Embroylisse) Start with the eyes, use an eye shadow base (MAC prep + prime eye) from lash line to brow. Apply a gold eye shadow (Stila Eye shadow Trio, Goldglow) from the lash line to just below the brow bone. For the contour, use a dark bronze shadow (MAC eye shadow in Bronze Frost) and blend lightly. For the high light use a white shimmer powder (Makeup Forever Star Powder #900) very lightly under the brow. Use the same gold eye shadow under the lower lash line as an eyeliner, and a Copper eye liner pencil (MAC Costa Riche) as an eyeliner for the lid. Finish it off with copper mascara on the eye lashes and in the brows. (MAC Eyebrow Bronze in Girl Boy) For the face, use a crĂ¨me foundation, one shade lighter than the face color. (RCMA in Shinto I) Contour the cheeks with the same dark bronze eye shadow used in the contour of the eyes. Use the same white shimmer powder used under the brows as a high lighter for the cheekbones. Set the face with a shimmer powder that reflects gold (MAC powder blush in Honour) all over the face.This same gold shimmer powder was also brushed onto the collar bones. For the lips paint on eyelash glue which is watered down latex adhesive. (Duo Lash Adhesive) When almost dry, apply the gold beads. (Craft Store Lips-Recollections in Champagne) As a finishing touch, spray the hair with gold glitter spray. (Graftobian Glitterspray in Gold)

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Photographer : Rebekah Mae Writer : Dhyana Forte Model : Lea Annovazzi Editor : Akram Soliman

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Summer Beauty This summer keep your makeup on the light side, allowing your skin to breath and your natural beauty to shine through! Use a light moisturizer with SPF ingredients to hydrate your skin and protect it from the sun’s rays. To help, here are some hints on the products you should own this summer and how to put them to use for hot weather traumas. Though you should ease up on the amount of cosmetics you use in the summer, it doesn’t mean you need to skip makeup altogether. If you can’t bear the thought of going without makeup, use these fabulous beauty products to look beautiful and natural.

Summer Beauty Products Tinted Moisturizer with and SPF Liquid foundation is heavy. Try to avoid it if you can. If you really must use base makeup, apply a to even out your skintone rather than your normal foundation. If you can get a tinted moisterizer with and SPF of 15 or more it is really a multi use product!

Bronzer Use a little bronzer to get a healthy glow if you haven’t had any sun yet this season. Apply where the sun naturally hits your face - your forehead, nose, cheeks and chin. Use a very thin, fan-shaped brush to get light, subtle coverage. If you use bronzer, skip blush. If you aren’t using bronzer, a light apricot or peach blush is an ideal choice.

Powder Eyeliner

Eyeliner oftentimes smudges very easily in the heat and humidity. If you must

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line your eyes, use a powder eye shadow rather than pencil or liquid liner. With the tip of a very small slanted brush, apply dark shadow in a thin line to define your lash line. If you are going in the water, skip the liner or use a waterproof instead.

Light Eye Shadow Eye shadows crease and melt with perspiration, heat and humidity. If you want to wear eyeshadow, make sure to apply at: “http://www.target.com/LOreal-StudioSecrets-Face-Primer/dp/B002PBLH3Q”\n _blankprimer” first to keep your shadow in place. Choose light eye shadow colors that are close to your skin tone. Vanilla or gold shadow can give you good color without looking too made-up.

Tinted Lip Balm Skip the lipstick and choose a light lipgloss or tinted lip balm instead. Lip conditioners are a fantastic choice for summer, providing sun protection as well as sexy hint of color and gloss.

Waterproof Mascara Make sure to use a waterproof formula if you want to wear mascara. Use brownblack rather jet black and only apply one coat. Use mascara only on your top lashes for a natural look this summer.

Writer: Photographer: Model : Make Up Artist : Hair Stylist :

Scotty Vaughn Day Elina Paliakova Yulia Zykova Scotty Vaughn Day Tyrel Knight

Photographer : Rebekah Mae Writer : Dhyana Forte Model : Lea Annovazzi Editor : Akram Soliman

MAKE-UP TIPS Start with a clean moisturized face (Embroylisse). For the face: Apply crĂ¨me foundation (RCMA in Shinto II) over entire face as well as an under eye concealed and eye shadow base. Apply blush lighty over apples on the cheeks. (MAC Sheer tone Blush in Pinch Me) Set with powder. (Makeup Forever HD Powder) For the eyes: Apply lightest eye shadow to the eye lids and the under eye line. (Stila Eye shadow in Moonlight) Use the darkest color in the eye contour, (MAC Eye shadow in Mulch) then blend softly. Finally,use the medium color as a sheer highlight under the brows. (Stila eye shadow in Kitten) Create a very thin line on upper lash line (MAC Powerpoint Eye Pencil in Engraved) Apply black mascara on upper and lower lashes. (Lancome Definicils in Black) Fill in the eyebrows. (Stila filler and definer) For the lips: Apply lip liner to the entire mouth. (Stila ipliner in Contour no.9) Blend an tissue off any excess. Apply a very light coat of clear lip gloss. (MAC Lip glass)

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STRETCHING YOUR PSYCHE In Greek mythology, Psyche was the beautiful woman who was adored and loved by the Greek god of love, Eros. Psyche eventually became the embodiment of the soul. Today’s medical dictionaries define “psyche” as “the mind functioning as the center of thought, emotion, and behavior and consciously or unconsciously adjusting or mediating the body’s responses to the social and physical environment.” Given the unstable state of our current U.S. and world economies, the low prospects for jobs in this country, our quibbling and ineffective Congress keeping us at a stalemate, we have learned to protest, reform, and adjust. Our psyches (consciously and unconsciously) seek restoration. We do our part by job hunting, voting in all elections, volunteering to help others when we can, and keeping up with world news. We also look for ways to save money. And because we are clever, optimistic, and shrewd, we make every possible effort to transform without giving up. In addition to those loftier external and valuable efforts, we need to concentrate on small ways to feel good. Looking good almost always makes us feel good. If we look good, we feel confident, sharp. Replenishing wardrobes can be costly. Perhaps that fabulous, black Armani suit purchased several years ago cannot be replaced today, but we can make it appear to have been replaced. Even the Norma Kamali that we grabbed the year that Kamali created a collection for Wal-Mart can be inexpensively updated. The sexy, strapless, sequined Cesar Galindo creation can be renewed just by changing necklaces and gloves. Enter Jane Hruska who quotes Coco Chanel: “In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different.” With Chanel’s fashion philosophy in mind Hruska designs fashion accessories that transform wardrobes, budgets, and psyches. Her powerful orange necklace can

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alter that dark blue dress, as well as convert jeans and a white blouse into a chic errand-running outfit. Those same styles can take on exciting new looks by adding a pair of Hruska’s seasonless fingerless gloves and/or a different statement necklace. The message is change. Be bold about adding color to color, as well as making an effort to introduce unique accessories to classic clothing. Fingerless Gloves by Jane Hruska reflect unparalleled hand and arm accessories that are designed to favor the wearer’s extraordinary bent. Hruska notes that you turn to Fingerless Gloves by Jane Hruska when your desire is to make a statement that will complement attire ranging from formal wear to blue jeans. Her fingerless gloves were first seen in Cesar Galindo’s CZAR collection during the Fall 2011 New York Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, at Spring 2012 Houston Fashion Week, and again during the Fall 2012 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Her Fingerless Gloves were shown on “All On The Line” last season. Jane Hruska’s Jewelry is a collection of mostly one-ofa-kind pieces that incorporate vintage findings, buttons, beads from all eras, including Chanel’s warehouse beads from the 1930s and ’40s, as well as traditional but unique baubles and beads made of glass, lucite, metal, and pearls. A Hruska necklace was worn by Jeannie Mai on a segment of “How Do I Look,” in February 2010. Several celebrities are wearing her jewelry as well as her Fingerless Gloves. Hruska told us that she designs in order to “enhance a woman’s closet by embellishing her investments in classic or trendy looks.”

Writer: Designer: Photographer: Model: Make Up Artist: Hair Stylist: Wardrobe:

Jane Haruska Jane Haruska Elina Paliakova Kate Lihacheva Scotty Vaughn Day Tyrel Knight Trina Scott

In addition to those loftier external and valuable efforts, we need to concentrate on small ways to feel good. Looking good almost always makes us feel good. If we look good, we feel confident, sharp.

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Photographer: Photo Assistant: Stylist: Makeup Artist: Hair Artist : Model Name: Writer:

IJfke Ridgley Carsten Kalkman eLeana Kanellou Veronika Robova Rebecca Marshman Anna Robertson Amber Sweet

FASHION IS FIRST and foremost and art form. Chances are that if you’re living in NYC, going about your daily duties unclothed is not an option. Most of us just happen to get dressed, at least before going out. What about those eye-catching outfits we see that are not meant to be worn while strutting your stuff on the regular.

WELCOME TO THE world of avant-garde fashion. Strive to stand out? This article is for you and so is wearable art. Though, avant-garde styles are not always fully meant for everyday purposes. The whole trend started out with wedding dresses in the late 1800’s and then branched out into other areas of fashion during the 1900’s.

“Do not forget that fashion designers do more then create khakis, polos, or that gorgeous dress you wore to some snazzy event.” PILE ON THE ACCESSORIES! Hats, boots, gloves, scarves, jewelry are mixed into an outfit to help tell a story of sorts. Accessorizing plays a key role when this particular topic arises. A considerable amount importance is placed on pieces that emit all that is bold, innovative, and full of creative expression. The past includes a history where avant-garde fashion was seen as obscene.

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Dress and Bolero by LEONID GUREVICH Rhinestone Tiara by Lo Boheme Gold Cuff by GBGH Jewelry Brass Rings by GBGH Jewelry Leather Boots by Vince Camuto

SPEAKING OF

bold by the way, just picture a dress created out of pastries. A wedding dress to be exact! This idea could almost seem embellished, but trust that it has been done before.

Dress by: MICHAEL ANTHONY COLLECTION Pearled Wire Vale and Belt: Tavia Sanza

Such a delicious twist on a traditional outfit and other avant-garde styles are created for an individual to make an impact.

Dress by LEONID GUREVICH Gold Chain Headpiece by Tavia Sanza Gloves by LaCrasia Leather Boots by Vince Camuto

DO NOT FORGET that fashion designers do more then create khakis, polos, or that gorgeous dress you wore to some snazzy event. They are tried and true artists that help shape our world. If it was not for them, what would our clothes look like? Would we all wear the same thing? Avant-garde Fashion is an outlet for designers who yearn to really push the envelope. For lack of a better term, they are inventors. We can take ideas from their inventions and incorporate them into everyday life. Allowing our inner-most fashionable creativity to flow. Leonid Gurevich is a great example of a designer that fully understanding of creativity making an impact on the world. His visually appealing work never fails to show that there is an importance placed on the spark of a first impression. Similar out of the box ambition can be found while gazing at storytelling designs by Barksdale, iENDAY and the MICHAEL ANTHONY COLLECTION.

THE ECONOMY has seemingly forced consumers to jump into the trend of making more practical purchases. Beyond rebellious styles under the realm of avant-garde are certainly less seen, but still cherished to those that really appreciate the art of Fashion. This intertwines with a time in which â&#x20AC;&#x153;personal styleâ&#x20AC;? is taking over. Society, at least in a melting pot like New York City is more accepting of individual style

Dress by Barksdale Feather Headpiece by Otis Damon Flowers and Neckpiece by Bloom Bazaar (on the neck) Flowers and Neckpiece by Bloom Bazaar (worn as bracelets) Black Glove by LaCrasia Leather Boots by Vince Camuto

Dress by LEONID GUREVICH Gold Wire Neckpieces by Tavia Sanza Gold Wire Ring by Tavia Sanza Gold Wire Neckpiece by Tavia Sanza (worn as crown) Fabric Flower Collar by Bloom Bazaar (worn as crown) Leather Boots by Vince Camuto

Dress by LEONID GUREVICH Gold Chain Headpiece by Tavia Sanza Gloves by LaCrasia Leather Boots by Vince Camuto

FASHION FORWARD WITH

CUFFE PARADE Designer: Photographer: Photo Assistant: Model: Make Up Artist: Hair Stylist: Wardrobe Stylists:

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CUFFE PRADE The name CUFFE PRADE

comes from the neighborhood in Mumbai where the brandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s designer Rehna Pendse grew up. The collection is meant to evoke style, sophistication, and edginess. To achieve that, the collection makes use of high quality fabrics and intricate and modern designs, creating illustrious, high-end clothing. The rich, luxurious fabrics used, embody a chic and glamorous appeal. All designs are characterized by an exquisite attention to detail and precise craftsmanship.

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Rehna Pendse takes you on a journey to a world of freedom: A world where women dare to be strong and unique.

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CUFFE PARADE ABOUT THE DESIGNER The innovator behind the line is new york based fashion designer, Rehna Pendse. Rehna Pendse takes you on a journey to a world of freedom: a world where women dare to be strong and unique. Rehnaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journey in fashion started by achieving a bachelors from the fashion institute of Technology. After working for several years for various fashion houses, including Calvin klein, she launched her own label, RehnA Pendse. she is now launching her spring 2012 line under the name Cuffe PARAde.

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MORE THAN JUST CLOTHES While Cuffe PARAde is a label of high elegance and style, there is more to the brand than just clothes. The collection is made of highly sustainable fabrics contributing an increasingly eco-friendly society. The brand also aspires to promote the female workforce, as the garments are produced in women-owned factories in india, also contributing to their developing economy. Cuffe PARAde makes it its responsibility to ensure the clothing is produced with the utmost integrity and ethics.

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CUFF PARADE DEBUTES SPRING 2012 This line includes an assortment of dresses, tops, bottoms and jackets. Rehna, once again, pays homage to the japanese art of origami, as well as, architectural techniques in her line. The collection makes use of intricate, hand-embroidered workmanship, bright colors and experiments with appliquĂŠ.

WAIT... WHAT?! THE TOP 5 Secret Hot Spots in MANHATTAN Writer : Andre Zemnovitsch

Pegu Club

Located on 77 W.Houston Street in the heart of SoHo, Pegu Club is the quintessential classy joint. Martinis being the predominant selling point in this establishment, you’ll be hard-pressed to find any other place in NYC that does a better job. With an expert enclave of renowned mixologists, Pegu is the ultimate spot to get your James Bond on and act like you drive an Aston Martin. Strongly recommended is the Earl Grey infused, egg white frothed tea martini.

Milk & Honey

No other place on the east coast seems to be so secretive, so invite only. Gracing the humble labyrinths of the Lower East Side, M&H is a staple pre-game venue of the who’s who of the upper echelon. Located on 134 Eldridge, M&H’s entrance is by referral or appointment only. If you’re lucky enough to sneak through and manage to get yourself in, chances are quite good that you will run into a A-list celebrity or professional athlete.

The Raines Law Room

Unfortunately, the good ole speakeasy of yesteryear is all but a nostalgic blurb. Situated in the Flatiron district on 48 W.17th street, this establishment is an homage to how to properly get your drink on. You come in, see a solid black oak door, knock, and, if you are lucky come in. The drinks here are nothing short of stupendous. Running the gamut from Brandy Alexanders to classic Tom Collins, everything you consume here is guaranteed to be top notch and and done impeccably. So, wear a fedora, put on them pearls, and show off your best Charleston moves because when ya come here, you’re back in the 1920’s honey.

No Idea Bar

Another fixture in the Flatiron district, this time on the east end of the hood on 30 E. 20th st. #1. ‘NIB’ has to be one of the coolest bars that you will ever be lucky enough to go to. The main attraction in this super chic yet pleasantly dichotomous dive bar is vodka! So, just how serious is the NIB with their vodka?? They manufacture their own. Donning the shelves of the bar you’ll see green bottles of their very own ‘No Idea, Surprisingly Premium Vodka.’ Just be sure that once you are done sampling their ethanol laden stash that you’ll have an idea of who you are and where you live!

PDT (Please Don’t Tell)

You find yourself rather buzzed on Saint Marks Place around midnight. You want something fatty to put into your stomach, let’s say a hot dog. You go into Crif Dogs on 113 St.Marks Pl. You spot a 1960’s style telephone booth in the middle of the room. Doesn’t look like it belongs there, does it? You walk inside as you wait for your delectable fatty concoction to be created. Picking up the phone as per tradition you hear a pleasant voice on the other end of the line. Password please the voice whispers. “Please don’t tell you reply”. A secret door opens and you find yourself in a Shangri-La of some sort. Only holding a capacity of 25 patrons or so, PDT is the pinnacle of NYC secret spots. The vibes are nothing short of magnanimous. It’s as if you are a rock star somewhere in London who just went into a secret joint recommended by your roadie. Have fun kiddo, but, be sure to be on your best behavio(u)r, anything short of prim and you find yourself back on the streets of the village asking yourself a question or so.

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Once in Line Always in Circles: CHRONICLING THE INFATUATION WITH ‘HIPSTER’ FASHION

Writer : Andre Zemnovitsch

2008: The Iron(y) Age 2008 was the year when we first saw just how much of a force the

i.e straight hair, could just go with Plan B...the white-boy afro.

‘Hipster’ trends in fashion would pose. The skinny jean was already in

Of course Plan C was also available for those rare, Alopecia

place as being the archetype of the ‘Hipster’ revolution. Accouterments

ridden ‘Hipsters’...THE HOODIE!

were necessary in accentuating the demographic and all the whimsy

affiliated with the carefree youngins. Irony was a concept best left for Dante and his visions of the fiery oblivion of Hell, but, the Williamsburg faithful had something different in mind for the concept... fashion! In 2008 the main staple was all of those Ironic tee-shirts. We all know celibacy and sobriety are all but dead in NYC society, especially amongst the teens and 20-somethings, so when all of us NYC’rs saw the W’burg crowd wearing tees with “Kiss Me I’m a Virgin” and “Sober Sunday” written on them we knew something was up. To add to the shirts we saw an influx of ironic trucker hats in stock a la Ashton Kutcher. This concept being ironic because anything that a celebrity wears is a no-no amongst the PBR faithful. Finally, we saw what looked like 70’s style mustaches, only to find out they were in place to add

2011: In One Shoe and Out the Other At this point the only thing missing from the complete ‘Hipster’ repertoire were shoes. Tying in the ironic and retro aspects as seen in years’ past, the demographic was flaunting one of three looks for their feet...

(1) Old-School Chuck Taylors (2) Old-School Puma’s (3) Old-School Nike’s

insult to an already ironic barrage.

2009: Accselsior! Now that the main components of the ‘Hipster’ wardrobe were in place, the accessory aspect had to come into play. We all saw the barrage of those yellow “Livestrong” bracelets, mainly because they were basked in an ironic aura (everybody wore them hence if we do to we would be ironic). Tattoos of stars were serenaded all over the ‘Hipsters’’ bodies, because we all know that they are stars in their own way. Finally, leather, leather, and more leather! BDSM was sooo 1700’s Marquis De Sade territory, but with a little Funk Sway they made it work.

2012: The Year of Our Savior... Dom DeLuise Now that we’re a bit wiser as to what the ‘Hipsters’ deem fashionably acceptable we have a better chance of predicting this years Autumn look. Firstly, we can’t stray too far from the archetype. The skinny jean will never die out in W’burg but no one says it wont be skinnier. Secondly, the retro look is a staple, so looks like it’s a safe bet to say the 1970’s ski vest will be back on top. Thirdly, the ironic something has to come back. What is more ironic than a cabbie hat a la Dom DeLuise?! There ya have it folks, the outline of this years Williamsburg trend. Now go pop open a Pabst, smoke a Parliament, and enjoy the views of the

2010: Gimme Shelter Pants/shirt/hat...check! Accessories...check! 2010 was the year that emphasized the proper do. Retro was the prevalent trait in this the year of our savior, Mick Jagger. If you managed to make your way out to Brooklyn or any bar on the LES chances are you would have seen a bunch of Rolling Stone impersonators gallivanting around. No, the British Invasion had occurred 40 years prior, instead the ‘Hipsters’ were donning their new fad, the Mick Jagger circa 1968 haircut. Not to categorize everyone, those who didn’t have the means necessary to pull of this look,

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NYC skyline from you’re rooftop apartment on Bedford.

Recipe from a cooking school

IN FLORENCE , ITALY

One of the items in my bucket list is to attend a cooking school in Florence, Italy. Well, that was crossed off when I went to Florence in November, 2011. I signed up for an “Easy Dinner” group lesson which happened to fall on my last night in Florence; I thought that would be a great way to end the trip.

And it was; starting from meeting my guide at the column in the Plaza Tornaboun at 6:30pm, which you can’t miss since its right in the middle of the plaza in downtown Florence. After our greetings a couple that also signed up for the class and I proceeded to walk across the Ponte Santa Trinita bridge as the sun was setting over the Ponte Vecchio, (The old bridge) the sky had reflected onto the water creating a breathtaking view– which I immediately captured it on my Iphone. About five minutes from the bridge we came to a storefront in the middle of a very narrow alleyway, the sign said “In Tavola”, nothing else. The guide knocked on the door and a man in white greeted her and the group – she immediately said her goodbyes and left – we were escorted in and led to the end of the room that had 4 workstations, each complete with four burners and countertops – all stainless steel, all sparkling clean and ready for action. The man in white was the master chef Roberto- his passion, enthusiasm and great sense of humor made both the lesson and the evening fly by. Before I knew it I’m sitting at the wooden

picnic style table eating the dinner I and the two couples (That completed the group) had prepared. Roberto mentioned that since it’s off season – the groups are very small, which I liked because it got to be more “hands on”, we made the pasta, and the chicken and for desert - Tiramisu. A bottle of wine accompanied the meal. This was definitely one of the highlights of my Florence trip. This recipe was given to me as a handout after the lesson from the Chef, this is in his words, remember – English is his second language.

Recipe Pollo alla Cacciatore (Hunter’s Chicken) Lemon and fresh basil complement tomatoes in this chicken and pasta dish

4 or 5 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. 1 red onion halved and thinly sliced. 10 to 15 large black olives White mushrooms (optional) Pinch of fresh sage leaves ½ cup of red wine 2 or 3 mature fresh tomatoes or peeled can tomatoes Pinch of salt Pinch of pepper

Directions Clean, wash and dry the chicken Heat olive oil in a large frying pan, sauté the chopped onion until softened (approx. 2 minutes). Lightly flour the chicken pieces.

Prep Time 20 Minutes

Add chicken to pan and continue to cook until chicken is golden, about 10 minutes.

Total Time: Approx. 40 Minutes

Add red wine and cook until evaporated, add tomatoes, olives, sage, salt and pepper.

4 Servings Ingredients

Cover and simmer to cook until chicken is tender (15 – 20 minutes).

1 medium sized chicken, cut into pieces.

Serve in skillet Writer: Cindy Martinez

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