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SUMMER FEATURES THE BAD BOY INFLUENCE PAGE 12 Punk is used as a voice for those who want to not only speak, but shout through silence.

THOM ERTL PAGE 16 Creative minds collided to create a work of art out of Thom Ertl.

RACHEL FRANK PAGE 22 A force to be reckoned with!

KELVIN HAYDON PAGE 30 From classically styled to exaggerated KJ LYN PAGE 34 The reigning Ms. Wisconsin 2013 CHELSEA STOTTS PAGE 38 A regular at area fashion shows MODA YETI PAGE 40 I’VE GOT A SECRET PAGE 44 What are your co-workers concealing FASHION POINT OF YOU PAGE 50 Meet LeeVan Roundtree Jr. MILWAUKEE UNDERGROUND PAGE 52 A snippet of Milwaukee’s punk history

Our punks are free to clash in ways their grandparents never saw coming!

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COVER AND PUNK DRUNK LOVE PHOTOGRAPHED BY JROBARGE PHOTOGRAPHY

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Deconstruction of a Man “Folk Art that takes the fork in the road” is how Thom describes his art, so it was only fitting that we created some art of our own.

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! k n u p # redefined

Let your freak flag fly!

BY ROI K EVANS If you want to know where we’re headed, it’s good to know where we’ve been. When it comes to the Punk family tree, you have to start with the roots. (No, not the Hip Hop group from Philly!) Punk rock came from a style of “music” in the 1960’s known as Garage Music. I’m sure this is how the invention of all music played out. People wanted to express themselves, so they began using musical instruments with no prior musical instruction. If you don’t know the rules to music, you can’t really break them! The music was loud, energetically awesome and terrible at the same time.

Detroit was a Punk hub in the 60’s, introducing us to groups like the Stooges and MC5. It wasn’t about the music, but more about making a statement. Imagine any political argument that concluded with a beat down. THAT is what early punk was all about. This high-energy expression of music slowly branched out to the east coast, where Punk became an established “scene,” thanks to groups like the Ramones, Talking Heads and Blondie. CBGB was the spot that turned the Bowery section of New York City, and the world on its ear. The US couldn’t have all the fun. The influence reached the UK shores and created a reverse American Revolution of sorts. People across the pond were pissed at everything, from a dismal employment scene to an abysmal economic downturn.

The youth were in revolt! The easiest way to create a subculture is by having a group of angry kids with nothing but time on their hands. Malcolm McClaren was the person smart enough to tie fashion into the movement, with a clothing mecca simply known as SEX. McClaren spent time in the US, finding a way to expand his vision by pairing up with Punk acts, like the New York Dolls, but would find more success in the UK, creating sights and sounds out of a gang of misspent youths known as the Bromley Contingent, who would bring world-wide acclaim for the Punk scene as the Sex Pistols.

Vivienne Westwood (McClaren’s girlfriend at the time) would keep the spirit alive, as would the Clash, Billy Idol and other Punk fashion pioneers. The 1970’s established punk as a force to be reckoned with, and gave birth to other movements, including Ska, Afro-Punk, Hardcore and even Hip Hop. Punk has a bigger influence than most people think, and some of the young hipsters of today have no idea that the ideals of punk go way beyond their vintage T-shirt collection. If you have attitude, if you’re sick and tired of being sick and tired, if you’re mad as hell and not gonna take it anymore…welcome to PUNK! I hope the images in this edition of FashionableMags.com inspire you to step outside of the box and let your freak flag fly.

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The Bad-Boy Influence

BY MELINDA SOLARES

THE SEX PISTOLS THE CLASH

Music has been the air to fashion, keeping it breathing, growing, and developing for decades.

When a perceived excess in our society initiated, an anti-mainstream formation began, and it began with punk.

As our society begins to further question authority and challenge the “norm,� we see the commencement of rebellion. Redefine conventional style. Let your style speak for you and influence others.

Punk, often observed as only a music genre or way of dress, is in actuality a lifestyle to those immersed within the movement.

Punk is used as a voice for those who want to not only speak, but shout through silence. Only then are the medians of punk music and style utilized to face the scrutiny of our humanity.

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“SELF DEFENSE” Yves Saint Laurent

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“Tear ‘em up” Yves Saint Laurent

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It is curiosity and a philosophy for excellence that has induced Melinda to consistently defy the status quo. Her ample work experience derives from the professionalism and innovative ability she exhibits. From San Diego to Los Angeles, to London then Spain, and now San Francisco, Melinda has cultivated her immense comprehension of the fashion industry. Some specific accomplishments of hers include collaborating with various events teams in London, that strategically planned events for high-end clients such as Stella McCartney, Armani, Diesel, Sunsilk, and Ralph Lauren, among others. She was also involved

in “Pandamonium in the Park,� a 12,000 person event organized for Dreamworks and Sainsbury’s in London. Upon returning to the states, Melinda has since become involved in PR, marketing, and free-lance writing opportunities. She has received an Associates of Merchandise Marketing from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) in Los Angeles and is currently completing the Bachelors of Science program at FIDM in San Francisco.

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CREATIVE DIRECTION, Hair and makeup by Essential Barbie Wardrobe by Thom Ertl Photographed by Michael Damond

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Thom J. Ertl Graphic Designer, Wall Artist Expanding his talent into wall art and furniture. www.facebook.com/ThomJErtlDesigns Creativity has always been central to Thom’s life and he was fortunate enough to spend his childhood with a thoughtful, creative, sometimes non-traditional grandmother who encouraged him to think beyond the expectations.

“Grandma Patterson and I spent many afternoons ‘doing arts and crafts.’ Whether creating projects from recycled materials—things like glass bottles, newspapers, empty bleach bottles—or making items from scratch or kits, Grandma always encouraged me to experiment, to try whatever flew into my head at the time, while at the same telling me, ‘Great!’ or ‘Yes!’ or ‘No, because...’ She instilled in me that common everyday items can be practical and beautiful in their own right but can go beyond their intended use, becoming another useful and beautiful thing.

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Thom calls his form of artwork ‘contemporary urban assemblage,’ combining items of decor with common everyday items in creating practical, striking, colorful one-of-a-kind creations. ‘Found’ becomes urban, sleek and fun.

“It’s definitely not barn scenes or sunsets. I want people to look at my furniture and wall art and realize that the components—things like bottle caps, book pages, buttons—are things that surround us on a regular basis. They’re beautiful in their own right. It’s fantasy and whimsy. It’s modern folk art that takes the fork in the road and turns utilitarian into unique.”

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RACHEL FRANK RFD by Rachel Frank Owner and Head Designer www.rfdbyrachelfrank.com www.etsy.com/shop/rfdbyrachelfrank Pinterest: RFDRachelFrank Instagram: Rachelfrankdesign A graduate of The School of the Art Institute of Chicago’s prestigious Fashion Design Program, Rachel Frank has always had a flair for the dramatic. Her work is constantly changing, along with her inspiration, but always contains an aesthetic of detailed juxtaposition. From silk and leather, to lace and chains, Rachel Frank’s work is not for the meek, but is all woman, all drama.

In 2012 Rachel was selected as one of six designers to be a Designer-in-Residence with the Chicago Fashion Incubator with Macy’s on State Street. Through this amazing mentoring program Rachel learned the business side of fashion and thus RFD was born.

RFD by Rachel Frank Victorian Book Library Skirt Photographer: Steven Ledell Hair: Liza Espinoza Achurra Model and Makeup: Rachel Frank

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RFD by Rachel Frank is the encompassing brand of all the things Rachel does including Makeup Artistry, Jewelry, Accessories, Illustration, Readyto-wear, Costume Design, and Couture Gowns.

RFD by Rachel Frank Studded Shredder Bodysuit and Bullet Bow Necklace Photographer: Steven Ledell Hair: Liza Espinoza Achurra Model: Brittany Rose Lange Makeup: Rachel Frank

RFD by Rachel Frank Rings www.etsy.com/shop/rfdbyrachelfrank

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RFD by Rachel Frank “Alice in Steampunkland� Tshirts (in Heather Grey and Lilac) RFD Leggings from L-R: Filigree, Steampunk, Garter, and Patent Leggings Photographer: Steven Ledell Hair: Liza Espinoza Achurra Models: Heather Wilson, Brittany Lange, Rachel Frank, Clara Rae

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RFD by Rachel Frank Victorian Book Printed Skirt Photographer: Steven Ledell Hair: Liza Espinoza Achurra Model: Heather Wilson MUA: Clara Rae

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RFD by Rachel Frank One-of-a-kind “Clara” Dress Photographer: Steven Ledell Hair: Liza Espinoza Achurra Model and Makeup: Clara Rae

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RFD by Rachel Frank Burgundy Flyaway Dress Lace Shift Dress and Garter Leggings. www.etsy.com/shop/rfdbyrachelfrank RFD by Rachel Frank Spike Dress Photographer: Steven Ledell Hair: Liza Espinoza Achurra Models: Rachel Frank and Brittany Lange MUA: Rachel Frank

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Kelvin won Little Rock Fashion Week’s “2012 Clothing Line of the Year Award”

KELVIN HAYDON KH DESIGNS Fashion Designer

www.kelvinhaydon.bigcartel.com As a teenage in Milwaukee WI, Kelvin developed a passion for fashion and drawing, often spending hours on end sketching men in suites and women dresses. Following his graduation from the Milwaukee High School of Arts, Kelvin studied apparel design at Milwaukee Area Technical College and Columbia College Chicago.

While best known for his glamorous gowns, Kelvin does everything from menswear, handbags, and day wear to swim wear and jewelry.

Kelvin Haydon’s collections are always a hit among the stylish set seeking wearable, yet fashionable and affordable clothing.

In 2012, Kelvin won the prestigious, Little Rock Fashion Week Clothing Line of the Year. Kelvin would like to be recognized as a quality and stylish fashion designer. Sewing is a fantastic creative outlet for him, he enjoys transforming fabric into a three-dimensional garment. For him it it’s a way to be the trend-setter verses the trend follower.

Kelvin loves to combine something wearable and something more avant-garde in each of his collections. He is continuously looking for ways to continue developing his design ideas.

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“I’m a hard worker and good at what I do. I am a perfectionist (and a tomboy!) at heart, but my passion and strive for excellence is always accompanied by a smile.”

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Model Actress Performer Model Coach Runway Consultant www.kjlyn.com Kj Lyn is a professional model living in Madison and signed as a “triple threat” (model/actress/performer) through MMG in New York. Currently the reigning Ms. Wisconsin 2013, she has also worked as a production assistant for two of the America’s Next Top Model’s castings and recently hosted a Travel Channel show featuring the Kalahari Resort.

KJ coaches, choreographs, and directs fashion shows in the area and has taught for various nationally-accredited modeling/ acting development programs around the country.

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Raw outtake by Michael Mowbray w/Boyfriend Brian

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“...every woman should look and feel – fashionable”

CHELSEA STOTTS Moda Muñeca Fashion Designer

www.modamuneca.weebly.com In February 2009, at age 16, Chelsea developed and constructed a line of women’s clothing called Moda Muñeca and has become a regular at area fashion shows throughout the Midwest.

Moda Muñeca is Spanish for “Fashion Doll”, which unlike an ordinary doll represents how Chelsea feels every woman should look and feel – fashionable, regardless of ethnicity or shape, because every woman deserves to be a Fashion Doll.

Moda Muñeca is here to bring awareness to youth with talent as well as spread awareness about Lupus. The Moda Muñeca woman doesn’t let obstacles stop her. This line focuses on a sexy feminine silhouette with a high fashion touch and every garment is hand made by Chelsea herself.

She hopes to connect with people of various areas of the fashion world in hopes of bringing awareness to, not only herself, but also the young talent that surrounds us, as well as Lupus’ impact.

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Chelsea’s Summer Style: “Something I'm overly stoked about incorporating into my summer wardrobe is definitely peplums!

I love peplums, I feel they're the answer to everyone's fashion prayers. They're super sexy but still fun and chic. Peplums are great for the tiny girls who want to give the illusion of curves & for the curvy girls who want to disguise their problem areas. For anyone who doesn't know what a peplum is, it's basically that flouncy ruffle detail you see at the waist of skirts, dresses and tops. I love that peplums are coming in all different shapes, sizes and locations now; there are even peplum belts! Definitely a summer staple for everyone and something I look forward to making a lot of!”

Photographer: Mark A. Johnson Model: Erica ‘Olson’ Stenglein Designer: Chelsea Stotts HMUA: Nola Kahn

Model: Erica ‘Olson’ Stenglein Designer: Chelsea Stotts HMUA: Nola Kahn Photographer: Mark A. Johnson

Model: Keerah Carter, MTM Agency Designer: Chelsea Stotts Hair: Giovani Gigi Leach Make-Up: Laura Hiatt & Giovani Gigi Leach Photography: Mark Johnson

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Moda Yeti faux fur and leather

Model: Keerah Carter, MTM Agency Designer: Chelsea Stotts Hair: Giovani Gigi Leach Make-Up: Laura Hiatt & Giovani Gigi Leach Photography: Mark Johnson

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Model: Keerah Carter, MTM Agency Designer: Chelsea Stotts Hair: Giovani Gigi Leach Make-Up: Laura Hiatt & Giovani Gigi Leach Photography: Mark Johnson

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You can’t win em’ all. The passion is still there, but rebellion won’t pay the electric bill! Concealing tattoos underneath a shirt and tie has been a challenge since the invention of the cubicle, and you’d be amazed at what your co-workers may be concealing.

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She humors her Clark Kent persona, waiting to run into that phone booth once the clock strikes 5.

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This gal cannot wait to break out the shell called 9-5 and expose and express all there thought and desire of freedom through fashion.

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LEEVAN D ROUNDTREE JR Style and Culture critic. Fashion Enthusiast. Son. Brother. Friend. Child of the most high.

Warrior Prince fighting for the DREAM. Opinionated. Passionate. Perspective.

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Punk is the sub culture that has allowed us to expose this darker; anti-normality, individualistic approach on daily life. It is expressionism at its finest allowing the most neurotic individual the opportunity to break free and be nonconforming for once in their life. Punk, in respect to fashion, is the genre that produced staples of fashion such as leather jackets, tattered denim, destroyed cotton shirts and androgynous silhouettes, but let’s break beyond that basic enthusiasm and get to the essence of what punk means to the current mode and how it has affected the way rebels and rebelles live life. “Do what you want because it’s what you want to do”. (-anonymous) I wouldn’t consider myself a part of the “Punk” style tribe because that’s not my everyday personal style, but I do accept and adopt some punk principles. For me, a fashion enthusiast with a distinct regal style and personality – it is a thrill to have random moments of non-conformity. The punk attitude allows for me to be able to break away at times and wear a necklace made completely out of safety pins as a headpiece, or lace up my boots and throw on some leather and dance all night long with my shades on and the middle finger to the wind.

LEEVAN STYLED BY Gregg Stephens PHOTOGRAPHED BY MICHAEL DAMOND

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For a young man that at times can be very up tight and “by the book” the release that the style within this genre of dress allows me is a brilliant transformation to add a special shock value to colleagues, friends and the general public to different flanks of the LeeVan Roundtree style brand - how I personally interpret being against the grain Honestly, at the end of the day that’s what punk is in essence; a bold proclamation that you are in fact against the grain of the moment, which for some this a daily lifestyle as for people like me it offers a moment of liberation through clothing and attitude. Punk offers ideologies therefore I couldn’t possibly just wear the clothes and not depict what my attire is telling the world, Vivienne Westwood one of the pioneers of “punk fashion” said it best, “The only possible effect one can have on the world is through unpopular ideas.” I’m the quintessential “good boy” and it feels good to be bad at times. Bad in the way I dress, the way I speak the way I live. It’s an exclamation of freedom and recognition of the inner rebel that is in us all. Much like balance and proportion punk adds the balance in my style and gives my attitude a bit more dimension and spontaneity.

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UNDERGROUND WRITTEN BY STEVE NODINE PHOTOS BY James Prinz

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PHOTO CAPTION: Mens room at the Starship (5th & Wisconsin across from what was then the Marc Plaza)

Milwaukee's introduction to punk arrived in the early 1970's, when a band called Death appeared on the scene. The members of Death were influenced largely by the same bands that influenced early punk rock. Bands like The Velvet Underground, The Stooges, and The MC5 were a large part of Death's repertoire. Like the name, Death was an intimidating site to behold on stage. Leather jackets, long hair, big boots and a 6' 5'' singer who idolized Iggy Pop and mimicked his provocative stage antics.

In 1976, fondly known as the summer of hate, as opposed to 1969 being the summer of love, punk hit Britain and New York. The Sex Pistols shocked the world with their loud and angry music, and their vulgarities imposed on television interviewers. The freckle faced, red haired, Johnny Rotten, their leader, was a contradiction in appearance, from his lyrics. But his name said it all. As this sound hit the airwaves, it started a movement across the nation.

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The best thing that came out of punk was that anybody could start a band, which is what made the local music scene so vibrant. Creative kids, who just wanted to be in a band so badly, they quickly learned to play instruments, and then got out on stage.

The first band in Milwaukee to embrace punk was The Haskels. Lead by the outspoken Jerome (Presley Haskel) Brisch, who along with Leroy Buth from The Lubricants, convinced club owner, Damien Zak to book punk bands into his club, Zaks. This nightclub became the notorious den of punk rock culture. It was in Zaks that I witnessed the fashion statement being made in 77 & 78. All the guys cut their hair short. Women wore a lot of leopard print and heels, and both sexes wore leather jackets and studded bracelets... add to that a safety pin through your ear, and you were set for a night at Zaks.

PHOTO CAPTION: The Young Lions in front of the Starship

PHOTO CAPTION: Jerome (Presley Haskel) Brisch - The Haskels at Zaks

Once the home-base of Zaks was established, the punk scene flourished. Every night at Zaks was an adventure, no matter who was playing. The Lubricants were one of the first Punk bands out of the gate. They had the look and swagger on stage, that emulated what punks in England and New York were doing. They threw beer at the audience, and threatened to butcher a pig on stage (thankfully, that never happened). For first timers, going to Zaks was a little frightening. Some of the groups who made a name for themselves at Zaks were: The Ama Dots, an edgy and more experimental than the average punk band; The Shivvers, Milwaukee’s premier power-pop band (pop with punk attitude); The Valients, eternal bad boys; Buck Byron and The Little Seizures, Buck had panache and the bands onstage recklessness made every show a surprise; The Haskels, Presley Haskel, and Richard LaValliere laid the groundwork from their beginning with In A Hot Coma, to spread the punk rock gospel where ever they could. Spin offs of the Haskels included: The Curves, a female group featuring Haskels girlfriends; and The Oil tasters; Richards band after leaving the Haskels. summer 2013

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In 1979 Damien Zak and Presely had a feud over the way Zaks was run. Damien stopped giving the band the guarantee of the money from the door, which infuriated Presely. Meanwhile Kenny Baldwin had a place downtown called the Starship, formerly a disco/strip joint, where he was starting to book live music. Presely talked Kenny into booking the Haskels and went on a campaign to have the other bands boycott Zaks and play the Starship. The rest of the story plays out like a Martin Scorcesse film when Preselys girlfriend’s car is blown up. That story got out and all the bands did the shift to the new club, Starship.

The Starship era was the peak of the creative forces at play.

New bands came on the scene that followed the progression of the trends around the world. The Stellas, a punk band morphed into Die Kreuzen, who’s sudden tempo changes and screeching vocals became the premier Hard Core punk band in Milwaukee, followed by Sacred Order. The Tense Experts brought us the dark and moody styles of Britain’s post-punk bands like Joy Division, Wire, and The Gang of Four. The Tense Experts had style and brought the dark goth image to every aspect of the band. They all had dyed black hair, lots of eyeliner, and wore all black, including their famous black trench coats. They’re stage presence was drugged out zombi-esque stumbling around on the dimly lit stage. Lead singer Bobby Steele was an awesome front man who made sure all eyes were on stage.

When the Starship closed it was every man for himself. Bands had to be resourceful and those who promoted shows, quickly filled in the gap with some new venues including, Irene J’s, Nico’s, The Boardwalk, Teddy’s, and The Stone Toad. None of the venues were ideal but it kept the scene going. This period brought about a change in musical direction. Again reflecting the trends of the rest of the world, punk and new wave were splintering off in several directions. There was rock-a-billy espoused locally by the Cocktails, and the Dummy Club. Electronic dance music was the influence behind Dark Facade, Colour Radio, and Belladonna. Reggae infused pop/ punk was bing in Milwaukee. The pioneers of adding reggae rhythms was the x=Cleavers, followed by Eric Blowtorch, fuck, and fartypants.

What eventually killed the momentum of this scene was the change in drinking age to 19 in 1984 and then 21 in 1986.

When it went up to 21 you lost a huge part of your audience.

Young hard core punkers played out at all age shows put on in bowling alley’s and halls. Many of the punks were nearing 30, married and thinking about getting some kind of career. So, many bands broke up, the scene faded away into the end of the decade, where our story ends.

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PHOTO CAPTION: Youthinasia (Dan Hansen, yes Downstairs Dan from WKLH) & Tab

PHOTO CAPTION: Huge Fans of Punk: Jude Crowbridge & Lisa Racine.

PHOTO CAPTION: The Amadots (l-r) Bill Stace, Gary Strassburg, Lisa Wicklund, & Boulah. On the stage of the Starship

PHOTO CAPTION: Between Walls (Starship) l=r Time Nodine, Steve Nodine, Bill Stace, Jim Prinz & David Wolf

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“I’m a cool fashionable type of person with an intense passion to leave my mark on this world. I’m a self taught photographer and videographer with Creative Army, a company I started. I’m dedicated to creating visual art and pushing the boundaries, one shot at a time. I enjoy my life by savoring those small precious moments behind the lens. I am an open book and welcome you to get to know the mind behind the image. *Salute the Army*

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LEX ALLEN PHOTOGRAPHY facebook.com/LexAllenPhotography Lex Allen, 25, is a self-taught freelance photographer with a love for portraiture. This Milwaukee native has the distinct ability of finding the emotional beauty in all, even where beauty and emotion should not exist. He’s also on twitter @LexAPhotography

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THE GIG CREATIVE DIRECTor Essential Barbie Photographed by Darren Church FM Style Studio

MODELS Amber Buehrens Lexi Schilthelm Dickie Knox Brittinia Di Mattia

Hair and makeup by Beauty by Essential and Guests Joshua Gilchrist Shiela Perez

Wardrobe by Gold Lion Underground Thom Ertl Charisma Milwaukee Moda Muneca

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The attitude is in the walk model Lexi Schilthelm STYLED by Fashionable Demand LEATHER FRINGE VEST Gold Lion Underground www.facebook.com/TheGoldLionUnderground

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The fashion is as loud as the music, and the crowd eats it up!

model Brittinia Di Mattia STYLED by Fashionable Demand PLASTIC COAT Moda Muneca Plein Sud Bustier Gold Lion Underground www.facebook.com/TheGoldLionUnderground

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Let’s take it to the stage!

MODEL Dickie Knox STYLED BY Fashionable Demand Wardrobe, shoes and spiked collar Thom Ertl

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Even a rock star needs time to reflect MODEL Amber B

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Every movement needs a soundtrack. The energy from the musical discord can only be matched by the vibrant styles of the participants; becoming that lost tribe with an intentionally broken compass.

The scene kicks it up a few notches with an apologetic protest to all things conservative and timid. The wallflowers have been plucked!

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We’ll Always Have

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We’ve all been there. Girl meets Boy, Girl loses Boy, blah, blah, blah! A good girlfriend knows how to make her gal pal feel better. It’s time to paint the town red! Why wear your heart on your sleeve when you can walk proud with a message you can’t wait to get off your chest or back?

CREATIVE DIRECTor Essential Barbie COPY Roi Evans

MODELS Allie Cabreza Pier Carol Photographed by Michael Damond FM Style Studio

Hair and makeup by Beauty by Essential T-SHIRTS www.ctmashop.net

STYLED by Fänny E. Müller

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PUNK DRUNK LOVE

The long kiss goodnight took its time getting there, and no one is complaining, but that's no reason for the party to ever stop...

CREATIVE DIRECTION, Hair and makeup by Essential Barbie STYLED by F채nny E. M체ller Photographed by Jrobargephotography summer 2013

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Finding a comfy perch is ideal for holding court among the envious. Get a good look!

No one can reign on their parade.

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Shin, 26, Office Worker

Wearing: Harajuku, Tokyo, ALGONQUINS, HELLCATPUNKS, SEXPOTReVeNGe

MAMIKO, 23, COSTUME FITTER Wearing: Dress – FÖTUS, Corset – BuRLESK, Boots – Pleaser

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NARUMI, 19, Shop ASSISTANT

Wearing: T-Shirt – UNIF, Shorts – American Apparel, Tights – AVANTGARDE, Boots – DEMONIA

ARAN, HOTEL STAFF MEMBER

Blouse – alice auaa, Corset Skirt – ATELIER BOZ, Boots – YOSUKE

RISA, 18, STUDENT Wearing: Hoodie – LOVE GIRLS MARKET, T-Shirt –Graniph, Tights – (remade)Boots – Demonia

ARAN, 21, CHEF

Hat – Bollman Hat Company, Sweater – Juun.j, Shorts – Juun.j, Boots – Julius

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PART TWO OF BIG BY DESIGN

TOO BIG TO FLAIL

by Roi K. Evans Now, it’s time to look back at possible warning signs leading me to my third century in poundage. (Maybe a few of these things are going on in your life. Please tell me I’m not alone!)

I knew big people all my life, and I never looked back to see if we were being followed by villagers carrying torches and pitchforks. I knew the kind of large people that carried themselves well, to the point that they were in denial. The signs are simple: Do you have difficulties putting your arms down to your sides? Do you sound like you’re out of breath, even when you’re standing still? Do you roll your eyes at stairs? Do you countdown from 3 and rock yourself back and forth, needing a head-start to rise from the couch? Some of my friends made big look cool, as if they were in a special club. Anytime they’d walk down the street and come across another large person, they’d acknowledge one another, (Like brothers of a shared struggle) and would even possibly inquire as to where they were able to find the clothes the other was wearing. If your answer to, “What size do you wear?” in a clothing store is, “Well…What’s the biggest thing you have?” it may be time for evaluation!

Being big hasn’t been as much of a problem as it has being tall. I was taller than most of my teachers in the second grade, (though I must admit Sister Mary Josephine was a beast!) and my arms grew to a length that made any clothes my mother found to appear shrunken. Handme-down’s weren’t an option in my home, unless I wanted to wear a dress, and as I went through my growth-spurts there were slim Pickens. I will touch upon fashion options in the next issue of FM (I suppose I should stick with the formula!)

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ART IS FASHIONABLE

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JAH’SON FULLER I was born and raised in Atlanta. As far as I know I’ve been doing art since I could pick up a pencil (self taught). My grandfather (Robert Williams) was a legend! He was a painter, visionary an also my biggest influence. I was home-schooled until high school, so you can imagine the oddity I was in public school. Being bi-polar didn’t help, I was the best and worst kid, I’d win an award for my school one day get suspended for fighting the next. I didn’t get picked on that much because I drew all the supposed “tough guys” tattoos. I Started skating as well, which influences my art substantially.

I got kicked out my house junior year, and was taken in by my now mentor Amy Brandford (I was interning for her art gallery at the time) who’s a painter, an at the time owned one of the trendiest galleries around Atlanta. She taught me everything about surviving as an artist.

Senior year I got an $80,000 scholarship to SAIC in Chicago for Visual arts and creative writing, had no idea how I was going to pay for it being cut off from my parents, but I got on the plane and went regardless and it was one of the best decisions I ever made.

I’m an interdisciplinary artist, I made it a point to be well versed in several different forms and mediums of art so I could never be limited creatively. I’m obsessed with eyes, triangles, and complex tangled things. I’m still trying to find my identity in art and my art is meant to be a honest genuine expression of that.

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