FJORDE MAGAZINE WINTER 2011 by FJORDE MEDIA

FASHION / CULTURE / MUSIC / DESIGN / THE ARTS / NIGHTLIFE / FOOD

WINTER ISSUE

KINGS OF CARNABY

LITTLE RED JASON HEWITT / ADAM DETTRICK

ASHLEIGH BREWER

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Fjorde goes to Rosemount Australian Fashion Week to bring you the trends of 2011/12.

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A rising star growing from strength to strength as an actress amongst australian television.

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Melbourne-born band little red, has steadily impressed local and overseas audiences.

PARIS WELLS

Paris wells, is taking her unique blend of alternative soul to the streets and beyond.

Creative Desk His/Her Desk UK Correspondance NY Correspondance Melbourne Recap Eat Street 12 Logies Laura Anderson Shapes Noël Skrzypczak Sam Octigan Ride 2 Rescue Ginger Boy 6

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Showcase their latest winter collection of 2011 on two wheels!

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Fresh from the National Graduate Runway of L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Week 2011.

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A hipsters best friend, probably the only thing he loves...

KINGS OF CARNABY

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Making his mark in an industry that is often stuck in a traditional sense of design.

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One of the many hidden gems of Melbournes secret laneways; 24 Moons.

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Photographer: Filip Konikowski, Assisted By Travis Burns Stylist: Jess Dempsey, Assisted By Ben Anderson Hair Stylist: Ben Martin, Assisted By James Hughes Make Up Artist: Shella Ruby Martin, Assisted By James Hughes Additional Hair & Make Up: Sarah Dalton Ashleigh is wearing Pamela Usanto Tunic P.O.A. and Mawi Necklace Cecylia Boutique $829

Image: LittleGracie A/W 2011

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EDITORS Alex Cybulska Aaron Weinman

CREATIVE DIRECTORS Jamie Li Patrick Price

ART Studioktober hello@studioktober.com

CONTRIBUTORS Alex Cybulska Aaron Weinman Ben Anderson Bianca Pizzoferrato Damien Forbes Emily Collie Emma Rezel Katie Woolway Steven McLachlan Shirvonne Sasman Vahe Koshayan

PHOTOGRAPHY Filip Konikowski Matthew Wren Woodrow Wilson Bianca Pizzoferrato

MAKE-UP & HAIR Angela Sassano Ben Martin Jess Silk Katie Woods Parissa Andreou Sarah Dalton Shella Ruby Martin Abby Daniels Anu H채m채l채inen Nathan Weymouth Parissa Andreou Sarah Dalton Sandra Smith

STYLING Ben Anderson ADVERTISING Contact Jamie Li or Patrick Price

CREATIVE DIRECTORS Jamie Li jamie.li@fjordemagazine.com

Aaron Weinman aaron.weinman@fjordemagazine.com

Patrick Price pa.price@fjordemagazine.com

GENERAL ENQUIRIES enquiries@fjordemagazine.com

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MELBOURNE REINVENTION By Patrick Price & Jamie Li As the seasons roll on, many things change across Melbourne and as the days become colder and shorter Melbourne retreats into itself, or so it would seem. But Melbourne, the ever changing city that it is, has simply taken the party in doors! Hidden amongst its laneways, Melbourne is re-emerging, bringing with it tucked away eateries, bars and music that have been long forgotten. With the winter season finally upon us, the stars have come out to play for the 2011 Logie Awards, the opening of boutique venues and in support of those in need, all done with a sense of style and glamour. But anyone who has walked the streets of Melbourne would know glitz and glamour are not the only way to be fashionable. Like many cities the world over, Melbourne has created its own sense of style and it is this originality and creativity that drives us to bring you a small snap shot of the phenomenal talent, culture, people and history that make up this creative wonderland we call Melbourne. Gracing the pages of FJORDE this issue is the delectable Ashleigh Brewer, a chit chat with Quang from Little Red, a touch of espresso with Paris Wells, the redefinition of Melbourne Architecture, a sit down with Jason Hewitt fresh from his Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Oreal Fashion Week debut and a host of other goodies. FJORDE goes further this issue and crosses the oceans to bring you some of the latest fashions from the meccas of fashion and culture; New York and London.

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HIS DESK By Aaron Weinman

FICKLE & FAME Something is irritating me. Does it concern you as a consumer, what constitutes fame today? What is happening? Am I simply bitter and jealous? I often wonder whether gaining your ’15 minutes’ has become integral in establishing life. Has sacrificing talent and skill, for consumer stupidity taken precedence? Is it us though? Have we stooped so low, we now embrace utter vitriol appearing in today’s tabloids as gospel and hard ‘news.’ I cringe at admitting this, but it would seem so. I emerged from slumber one morning to find the Ricky Nixon scandal sprawled across the front page of my favourite Australian newspaper. This got me thinking about all avenues of fame today. Shortly after digesting the paper’s front page (albeit reluctantly) I considered current top forty music. Wow! Now without sounding like an old Git, I genuinely wanted to like what I was hearing, but to say it was a struggle would be a severe understatement. Mainstream music with heightened electro beats pumping out sounds at over 120bpm

has enveloped commercial radio, with even some of my old favourites strolling down this road of ‘sell out.’ I knew the day would come where I despise the young consumer, but who would have thought I would be saying this in my mid 20s? Another consumer phase perhaps? Why are once brilliant artists, going down this road? The obvious answer is fame and money. Dollar signs can make the world spin, and commercial artists are privy to this. I often think whether they are happy with what studios are doing to them! Correct me if I am wrong, but are the days of Ray Charles and musical rights gone? This forms another argument however. All of these ‘indeed’ people will maintain their die-hard loyalty to the ‘underground’ or ‘independent’ scene, but what happens when fame comes knocking? More often than not, brilliance is dashed, and the dollar sign prevails. How often do you say, “I did like them, but their old stuff, before they became big.”

Can I blame you? Oh god no! We all have rent to pay and maintenance to uphold. So I say to you, I am irritated. I mean take myself for example. We at Fjorde look to address the independent world, giving them the true exposure they deserve, showcasing their range of hard work. But what happens to me should the ‘Big time’ lurk its tempting head? The tempting devil and his luring smile, eyes beaming at me, replacing my pupils with green dollar signs. Sounds amazing hey? Fuck, I am closing my eyes smiling about the idea. But what then? I may have my name on glossy pages, but what for? Do I want people patting me on the back? “Great work on the ‘6-pack in 6 days’ piece.” Yay, I just put the ‘Puff’ in Puff Daddy. Issue three Ladies and Gentleman, fashion, people and life, no puff I promise. ‘Fjorde Magazine.’ Enjoy.

HER DESK By Alex Cybulska

CELEBRITY WHO? The last few months have been amazingly busy. Fjorde magazine has been going from strength to strength and gaining popularity while we strive to raise our portfolio. Every weekend there’s another brand launch and another new email featuring a press release, while last month I was lucky enough to attend the 2011 TV Week Logie Awards.

Celebrity is such a funny thing. Why are we so gob-smacked when we see a TV/movie personality in the flesh? God bless Chrissie Swan’s socks, I love that woman to bits but her ‘celebrity’ start came from very humble beginnings on Big Brother. Having said that, when I was standing next to her, I couldn’t pick my jaw off the ground.

I tell you what… seeing a celebrity is unlike anything I could imagine. Sure, I’ve been to concerts and launches where they too were attending, but never like this. To see someone that you recognize look over at you and come up to you to converse is mind blowing.

They’re just like you and me aren’t they? They’re certainly not any prettier or thinner or smarter but seeing them from the other side of a TV box definitely makes you think so. And standing in their presence turned me into a blubbering, star-struck idiot. The Commando

from The Biggest Loser came up to me, gave me a hug and I swear to you my senses blacked out from happiness. Having said that, I saw two women fall over on the red carpet (they must work behind the scenes because I didn’t’ recognize them), countless fashion paux pas and so much Botox you could paralyze an army... And Molly Meldrum. I loved every moment of it but was humble enough to realize none of this could have happened without such a fabulous magazine to support. Just thank goodness it wasn’t me falling over this time.

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WRITTEN BY EMMA REZEL

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Instinctively, the answer to this question is a resounding yes. I do not have a driving license – a fact that usually makes me feel like a terribly inadequate and unaccomplished 23 year old – but when it comes to noticing trends in the capital, its using public transport that keeps me ahead of the game. Sit on the tube and you’ll observe the sexy tracksuits and gold hoops of north London, the lens-less glasses and faux fur jackets to the east and the sharp suits and polished brogues striding to work in the city. Nobody turns their heads at a punk with a six inch Mohawk hopping on the northern line at Camden or an African family dressed head to foot in matching vibrant cloth heading to Sunday morning mass on the Picadilly line. From the outlandish to the subdued and from the traditional to the designer, when it comes to self-expression via the medium of fashion, anything goes in London Town. But has this giant melting pot boiled and blanched the individuality out of Londoner’s style? Are people too afraid to wear whatever they fancy in case they make a fashion faux pas or stand out too far from the crowd? Recently I’ve noticed a sharp decline in the number of outfits that have made me look up from my Evening Standard. People don’t want to make a statement anymore; they just want to fit it. A slightly more worrying upshot of all this loss of individuality is the rising trend in surgical or chemical procedures that tone down or remove ethnic traits to allow patients to conform to a more white, European definition of perfection. From skin lightening to eyelid surgeries to narrowing nose jobs, people are paying £1000s to alter their natural appearances to look more like the images in the magazines, on the television and on the big screen. If there’s one woman who seems to conform to everybody’s beauty ideal right now, it’s our future queen of England, Kate Middleton. Who wouldn’t give their right arm to look like this captivatingly gorgeous English rose with her super model figure, delicate features and lustrous brown hair? In her countless public appearances of late she has been presented to her subjects in the most prim and elegant designer frocks. We loved her navy “engagement-announcement” dress by Brazilian designer, Daniella Helayel and now we wait with baited breath to hear who will have the honour of creating her wedding gown, set to be viewed by a whapping global audience of 2 billion. The current word on the street is that the relatively unknown Londoner, Sophie Cranston, 34 will be the designer of choice.

Now the bad news is, the majority of us will never look like Ms. Middleton. But you don’t have to go under the knife, take elocution lessons or marry Harry to feel like a princess. The London high street and the girly young fashionista’s of the capital are injecting a little bit of sweet princess sheek into their summer style.

Photographed by Ben Stirling

London is home to seven million people and welcomes more tourists every year than any other city in the world. A huge proportion of the capital’s inhabitants are made up of first or second generation immigrants originating from a vast array of cities, villages and islands across the globe. So when it comes to documenting London fashion, surely there should be a wealth of interpretations of what constitutes beautiful, cool and sexy in this cosmopolitan town?

The joy of not actually being a princess is that you can afford to have a bit more fun with your wardrobe… There are no restrictions on cleavage, hemline or colour for us common folk. So think sorbet shades of lemon, mint green and pink. Nudes are also an important colour of the season. Add some ruffles, puffs and pleats and you have the perfect look for a day in the sun, a night in a cocktail bar or even a bridesmaid’s dress pretty enough to pull the best man. If you’re on a Middleton budget, this pleated cape dress from Richard Nicoll captures the sexy elegance of textured nudes. For some, all these sugary ruffles may be bordering on the saccharine, but not having to worry about what Queen Lizzie would say means we can add a harder edge to the look by teaming nude pleats and pink ruffles with a tassled, leather handbag, studded leather jacket or suede boots. The party girls of London will be going mad for the inspired new dress collection at Topshop that are cool and on-trend but won’t break the bank. This nude beaded ruched front panel dress is my favourite with its delicate femininity ideal for toughening up with some edgy accessories. Now perhaps all these muted tones and girly dresses don’t fit everybody’s definition of what’s hot this season. In that case, follow the more daring and vibrant women of the capital and experiment with tribal prints. Feathers, beads, animal prints and bold tones are everywhere this season and provide a refreshing antidote to Middleton’s prim and proper influence on the high street. Etro mix clashing prints for an unadulterated tribal look, but if you’re not quite brave enough for that, Missoni Mare have some great beach wear for the summer holidays. But by far the best way to boost your tribal credentials is to get your hands on a pair of these fabulous Julian Louie wedges at aldo shoes. I have high hopes for spring/summer 2011 in London. Designer and high street stores aren’t just playing it safe with the customary summer florals, this year they’re over flowing with inspirational pieces for the season. There are sorbet pleats, tribal fabrics, 70s retro styles and plastic fantastic accessories are out there for you to make your own. And if you don’t fancy following the trends, then do your own thing. Let’s see some of that notorious Londoner individualism and bravery in our style choices again. Be proud of your own body, ethnicity, shape and style. We may not all be as elegant and revered as Kate Middleton, but at least we have the freedom to look and dress in whichever way we feel, without anybody, apart from the odd nosey parker on the tube, judging our choices.

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MISTER MOONEY’S

PHOTOGRAPHED IN HIS CURRENT STOMPING GROUND IN BROOKLYN, SAM MOONEY TAKES US ON A TOUR OF HIS FAVOURITE WILLIAMSBURG SPOTS AND SHOWS US WHAT HIS BOW TIES ARE ALL ABOUT. PHOTOGRAPHED & WRITTEN BY BIANCA PIZZOFERRATO

YOU’RE NOT A NEW YORKER, SO WHERE ARE YOU FROM ORIGINALLY AND WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO THIS GREAT CITY? I grew up in Portland, Oregon; far from New York. From a young age my family travelled around the globe and that was the catalyst that formed my adventurous spirit and desire to live in as many of the world’s great cities as possible. Early on I knew that Portland would never be my permanent residence, and even my mum will tell you [as she does everybody else] that as soon as I was able to walk, I was out the door and exploring whatever I could on my own. When I finished high school I lived in Italy for a few months and then moved to Southern California for College. Still with the itch to get away I “studied” in Sydney, Australia for a semester. If the flight back home didn’t take 15+ hours I would likely still be living there on Palm Beach and eating Burgerlicious for the rest of my life. 16

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Anyway, after 5 years of being back and forth in California I realized I needed a change of scenery. My best friend lives in New York and asked me to move here so three weeks later I jumped on a plane and couldn’t be happier!

friends were wearing them out to parties and events and everybody would refer to them as “Mooney’s Bow ties.” Realizing the name was going to stick, I decided “Mister Mooney’s” had a nicer ring to it, and as they say, the rest is history.

HOW DID THE NAME MISTER MOONEY’S COME ABOUT?

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN MAKING BOWTIES?

Coming up with the name had to be the hardest part of this whole process, to be completely honest. Originally I was adamant about not wanting my name to be associated with the product whatsoever. Naturally, the one name I was excited to use already existed and therefore had to start from scratch, so I spent countless hours having brainstorm sessions to no avail. I felt like so many other brands had a fun story to tell about where the name came from yet I couldn’t even stay with one for longer than a day. Finally, when I got to New York all of my

The first bow ties were actually created in my bedroom about 8 months ago. I’ve been wearing them for years and loved the idea of putting a matching set of bow ties on a pair of sneakers. When the materials I was working with didn’t give me the look I was after I picked up some scraps of leather and after a lot of trial and error I had the look that I wanted and wanted to wear the bow ties around my neck! And that was the moment that Mister Mooney’s was born.

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FJ O R D E | N Y C O R R E S P O N D E N C E WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE MATERIALS TO WORK WITH? All of the materials I use are leather and suede so I guess my favourites would be those unexpected colours or patterns that most men aren’t daring enough to try. Everybody seems to love “Hein,” (the black & white splatter bow tie) because I can never keep up with making enough of those, and I’m very fond of the red suede with fruit printed all over. Gradually I have been taking more risks with my designs as I source new materials, so who knows what is to come in the future...

WHAT INSPIRES YOU? A lot of things – and the list is ever growing. I am inspired by men who dress for themselves and take fashion risks regularly. The film, fashion, art and music industries serve as constant and ever-changing sources of influence for what I do. There is always an upand-coming designer or artist bringing something new to the table, but I wanted to introduce a classic luxury line of products that are here to stay because you can keep them in your wardrobe forever. My motto is that life is too short to have on a bad outfit, and I’m here to help those who need some guidance. STYLE ICONS? Ugh, where to begin? Naturally, the timeless faces of old Hollywood will always be one of the most inspirational set of style icons for men everywhere, including myself. In terms of designers, Jeremy Scott’s attitude is fantastic; Marc Jacobs’ attention to detail and ability to tell a story through his clothes is something I love and admire; Alexander McQueen for the obvious reasons; Christopher Bailey (designer of Burberry) knows how to make classic tailoring appeal to a much younger audience and Tom Ford because he nails it every single time.

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Photographed by Bianca Pizzoferrato

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE SPOTS IN NYC? Well, living in Williamsburg we have a lot of great shops and cafes, half of which are still unknown to me. MCCARREN PARK is perfect for lying in the grass and daydreaming or reading a book, and the best is grabbing a giant margarita from TURKEY’S NEST across the street on warmer days. DUMONT BURGER for the most delicious burgers in all of New York, hands down. MILLER’S TAVERN is another good neighbourhood spot where my friends and I like to hang out and have brunch together on the weekends. A must for cool fashion finds are BROOKLYN CIRCUS and also ABOUT GLAMOUR, which is filled with Japanese wares, stationary and dead stock vintage. For my ever-growing sneaker collection, DAVE’S QUALITY MEATS (DQM) in the east village is a regular haunt as well as JEFFREY NY when I need some serious retail therapy and a $300 t-shirt is the only remedy. Lastly, I could literally spend hours browsing through and trying on the eyewear- both new and old at MOSCOT.

How much do Mister Mooney’s Bow Ties retail for and where can I buy them? Our bow ties retail between $100-$195 depending on the style aand for the time being can only be ordered directly from the www.mistermooneys.com

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MELBO

NIQUE OPENS IN MELBOURNE CENTR Nique’s co-creators and designers Nick and Lucy Ennis began their careers as graphic designers working out of the loft of their West Melbourne warehouse. Their renowned graphic design work was seen throughout the streets of Melbourne in the form of rock posters and flyers, for the thriving local music scene. Their graphic clout was quickly adapted and reapplied to form the fashion brand Nique; who recently opened the doors of their first CBD store. “We felt Melbourne Central was the perfect fit to launch our first CBD and in-centre store. The centre embraces the streets and laneways of the city and appeals to a broader market similar to our brand”, says Nick Ennis of Nique. The new store features a minimalist design that strips back the retail space exposing industrial elements that communicate the brand’s messages of authenticity, acidity, articulation and affordability.

Images courtesy of Nique

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WRITTEN BY EMILY COLLIE

SAN CHURRO LAUNCH “SACRED BLEND”

MELBOURNE IN AUTUMN – WRAP UP The cold season certainly hit the streets early in Melbourne this year, but it didn’t dampen the fashions and stylish events during the very wet, very chilly, final autumn months for 2011. Here’s a quick wrap-up of what happened…Melbourne Designers shine at The Logies At the TV night of nights, ‘The Logies’, held at Melbourne’s Crown Casino, we watched Australian stars line the red carpet in frocks and suits from some of the best Melbournian fashion designers. Poh Yeow stepped out of her chef’s hat and into a gorgeous Anna Campbell silk ‘Grecian Glamour’ maxi dress. Yeow’s sunshine coloured gown was accessorised with an understated clutch, and glamorous droplet earrings. Zoe Tuckwell-Smith from Seven’s ‘Winners and Losers’ amazed in an elegant sustainable/eco dress designed by Georgia McCorkill. McCorkill created the gown by up-cycling fabric remnants sourced from several Melbourne designers. Remnants of silk fabrics sourced from off-cuts were used in the sequinned georgette middle section and in the silk satin underlay of Tuckwell-Smith’s gown, and was teamed with sustainable shoes and second-hand jewellery.

Fashionable guests included stylist Amber Renae, singer Paris Wells and Fashion Designer Nunzio Bagnato from the menswear label Dom Bagnato.

Home and Away star, David Jones Roberts, looked sharp and stylish in a navy velvet suit ensemble from Melbourne tailored fashion brand, Godwin Charli. The night of nights disappointed many critics, as it was difficult to pick the worst dressed for the evening.

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San Churro Photographer Walter Collalto

In April, SAN CHURRO launched their new premium Fairtrade CertifiedTM and organic “Sacred Blend” coffee at their QV Melbourne store. Made from 100% Arabica beans sourced from premium Fairtrade CertifiedTM and organic coffee farms in Papua New Guinea and Nicaragua, the Sacred Blend delivers a seriously good coffee with a pure heart!

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EAT STREET TO CELEBRATE EAT STREETS 12 TH YEAR OF COMBINING FINE WINE, FOOD AND FASHION, THE ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT IS GOING RETRO. WRITTEN BY EMILY COLLIE

n expected 700 plus guests are set to rock the Sofitel Melbourne On Collins, to raise funds for the Australian Childhood Foundation. Eat Street is an annual fundraising event featuring mini marquees for over 40 top restaurants, chefs and wineries, alongside top entertainment, fashion designers, celebrities and the opportunity to bid on many exclusive items. For the first time in a fusion of food and fashion, some of Australia’s leading chefs, have been matched with one of Australia’s top fashion designers to create an exclusive auction item: an apron depicting their signature dish. Willow will design for George Columbaris, Gwendolynne for Ian Curly, and Sass & Bide for Anthony Lui. These chefs, amongst others, have also donated their services to cook a signature dish to savour along with wine tastings from over 20 of Victoria’s top wineries at the event. Melbourne’s premier gourmet event is set to be a rockin’ night of fun, food and entertainment. All proceeds from the night go directly towards providing trauma counselling to help children recover from the devastating impact of abuse, neglect and family violence. Phone 03 9653 7717 for bookings or more details – get along and support a great cause and enjoy an evening of fine wine, food and fashion!

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A big welcome to Winter! Rug up and enjoy the fabulous winter fashions here in Melbourne! Thankfully spring is just around the corner!

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FJ O R D E | L O G I E S

AND THE WINNER IS... As he walked down the red carpet of the 2011 TV Week Logie Awards with his beautiful wife, it was hard to miss the cheeky grin belonging to the one and only Karl Stefanovic. The man has a certain confident swagger that fills the room before he walks in which could easily be confused with arrogance if it wasn’t for his delightful vand politically incorrect personality. Karl looked suitably restless approaching the members of the media admitting to me “I’m nervous, anxious and really excited. It’s going to be a terrific night.” He had just returned from England where he covered the royal wedding and flew head first into the Logies where he was nominated for the Gold Logie Award. When I asked him if he’d be drinking champagne to calm the nerves he answered with a laugh, “I don’t think so. I think if I had a champagne right now I would fall over.” Karl is certainly not new to a bit of scandal concerning the Logie awards. He went on air, co-hosting channel Nine’s Today show the day after the 2009 Logie Awards looking baggy-eyed and slurring his words, which caused a degree of outrage. He claimed he didn’t feel drunk after barely any sleep before the show but inevitably, an apology followed the next day. I cheekily had to ask if we were in store for a reprieve of that morning to which he laughed and insisted with a wink, “They’ll be no repeat of the other year!”

If anything, his rambling on-air made him more loveable to Australian audiences who regularly tune in to hear what he’ll say next while his occasional fits of heart-warming giggles are infectious. So there was little surprise audiences voted Karl worthy of the Silver Logie for Most Popular Presenter and then the coveted Gold Logie. But it’s all come after years of hard work. Karl completed a Journalism degree graduating from Queensland University of Technology in 1994 and it was only after 11 years working in the business that he was finally appointed co-host of Channel Nine’s Today show. As anyone would know, he and his fellow co-host Lisa Wilkinson bounce off each other and make a very entertaining on-air couple. Karl’s real life partner, Cassandra, debut appearance at the Logie awards was in a beautiful red, floor-length gown byPerth designer Ruth Tarvydas. Complementing her bob haircut and sequence dress were diamonds by David Nader. Fjorde offers Karl Stefanovic our most heartfelt congratulations on this fantastic achievement in his career and wish him many more deserving awards. And don’t worry about the celebrations Karl, that’s nothing. We were looking much worse than you were after the Logies!! WRITTEN BY ALEX CYBULSKA PHOTOGRAPHED BY MATT WREN

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RED CARPET By Alex Cybulska

The 2011 TV Week Logie Awards delivered yet again this year with many beautiful and elegant dresses walking down the red carpet and of course the fashion faux pas we all love to see. Esther Anderson looked amazing in a red Alex Perry gown with a thigh-high slit. The dress was simple yet breath-taking. Shelley Craft wore a one shoulder gown with a train and frills. Her hair and makeup complemented her lovely dress and the presenter looked stunning. Megan Gale looked radiant in a gorgeous white Alex Perry gown. Her choice of earrings made the outfit. Rachael Finch looked spectacular in a one shoulder purple Aurelio Costarello gown. A very pregnant Rebecca Judd glammed it up in a blue dress and shoulder frill. All that was missing was her pearly whites. As is with every fashion spectacle, you have to take the good with the painfully bad. Jessie J was easily the worst dressed with a black sheer ensemble over a black g string leotard and stockings that almost looked painted on. In fact, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m still not certain they were actual stockings. Former Miss Australia Laura Dundovic wore a leopard print dress befitting a cheap underground club, certainly not a black tie event. Kat Stewart wore a gold gown that hung from her skinny frame and would have looked much better on a more curvaceous figure. Katy Perry. Yes, the queen of the night came to the Logies wearing an emerald dress bearing the picture of a naked woman from the back and (massively) accentuated shoulders. The purple shoes didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help. W W W. FJ O R D E M A G A Z I N E . C O M

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NOOKIE BEACH

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ASHLEIGH BREWER PHOTOGRAPHED BY FILIP KONIKOWSKI WRITTEN BY AARON WEINMAN

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CONVEYING AN AURA OF PROFESSIONALISM AND MATURITY, NEIGHBOURS FAME, ASHLEIGH BREWER IS GROWING FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH AS AN ACTRESS AMONGST AUSTRALIAN TELEVISION. Written by Aaron Weinman

It’s a busy week, articles due, Easter just completed and for Australia’s television geniuses, it’s the Logies. Australian television’s night of nights, and although I was in a hair salon, I was lucky enough to meet young Ashleigh Brewer of Neighbours fame. Just off the hustle of Bridge Road, this hair salon gave off an elegant feel of vintage beauty catering to the high-end scales of fashion. Their upholstery screams 1940’s Lounge with Gramophones and an old Polaroid camera on a tripod, it was clear the owners had raided the antique end of High Street road whilst building the place. The staff were warm, colourful and highly conversational, I felt the need to know almost everyone in there, as they multi-tasked their way through clients who either involved themselves in heated debate or quietly sifted through an array of magazines. Being ignorant of Neighbours, there was not much I could inquire about regarding our country’s most famous export, so meeting Ashleigh proved not only warm, but also highly educating. Ashleigh fit in perfectly with the animated characters of the salon, with an affectionate smile and a deep value for her creative crew, 46

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her personality complimented the background and it wasn’t hard to see why she frequented this salon, or why this salon welcomed her with open arms. Despite being a tender twenty year old, Ashleigh conveyed an aura of professionalism and maturity, one very rarely witnesses in people so young. She takes nothing for granted, and doesn’t forget the humble backgrounds from whence she came. She grew up far away from the bright lights of Australian television fame, constantly surrounded by the flora and fauna of Queensland sunshine, and delved into her love for acting from an early teenage age after motivation from her early drama teachers. This led to Ashleigh check out Brisbane’s television school, where she met her agents whom still remain a very strong influence today. Eventually, Ashleigh landed roles in other small Australian shows such as ‘Sleepover Club’ and ‘H2O: Just Add Water,’ where she gained much exposure at a young age. “It was a great experience for me, being on set and learning ways to hone my trade.”

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Transition became easier for Ashleigh immediately as she got used to tutoring on set in order to keep up with her education, and young Ashleigh found herself living a life far from the treetops of country Queensland. Maturing fast, Ashleigh landed roles in two of Australia’s most renowned television shows, firstly ‘Blue Heelers’ where Ashleigh says “working with John and Lisa was amazing, albeit indirectly, this was a huge experience for me and the perfect stepping stone for my career.” Blue Heelers proved pivotal for her, as Neighbours beckoned and in 2009, she landed a regular role on the show portraying a mature Kate Ramsay, the namesake of the street in which the show is set (Ramsay Street).

“I always see life as a forty kilometre marathon, not some 100 meter sprint. I have learnt so much in so little time.”

“Kate is a very maternal figure, and ironically the discipline in Kate’s life has taught me to implement this on to my own independent life.” Ashleigh has learnt a lot from playing Kate Ramsay, she finds herself always asking questions of herself, and her decisions and relating it back to “what would Kate do?” Unlike most young stars, Ashleigh remains one of the more down to earth characters I have met, keeping her career goals focused and realistic, not bothering to fathom what could be a burgeoning career as a television star. “I always see life as a forty kilometre marathon, not some 100 meter sprint. I have learnt so much in so little time, Neighbours busy schedule and timetable have enabled me to adjust to the hustle of the Melbourne lifestyle.” With the Logies just dawned, Ashleigh is excited at another great year for herself and the team at Neighbours, as the seemingly endless show continues to grow from strength to strength, accumulating a larger fan base as we speak. The exposure Ashleigh has gained from Neighbours has been phenomenal, just last year she was nominated for a Logie under the “Most popular Female talent” category, indicating the sky being the limit for this young lady, showcasing maturity beyond means and a smile worthy of melting even the coldest of hearts. Unfortunately all good things must come to an end, and by this I am most definitely not referring to Ashleigh’s blossoming career, but our fruitful interview. Despite the sounds of blow-drying, ‘Barber Talk’ and running water, Ashleigh’s words careen vividly amongst one another, as she ready’s herself for another photo shoot, this time with our own Filip Konikowski.

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Casey [Mark Fitzgerald] Generation Coat $329.00 1960â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shirt $99.00 Mod Slim Pant $119.00 Oxford Lace $159.00

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Photographer Filip Konikowski, Assisted By Jamie Li Stylist Ben Anderson Hairstylist Angela Sassano

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Showcasing her most recent collection at the 2011 Graduate Show during the L’Oreal Fashion Festival in March, Laura’s sultry boudoir designs paraded an eclectic collaboration of flesh flashy bodices, geometric shapes and strong lines which blatantly demonstrated her bold grasp on meshing dense textiles with artistic precision. Laura succeeded in creating a Barbarella meets Roman warrior effect in her muted tones, garter belts and opaque stockings. It was inarguably perfect peek-a-boo while maintaining feministic strength. It seems her designs are effortless and come from years of experience. This is why I was in pure disbelief when Laura told me that it took her a few years (and a degree later) to actually put her passion into practice. “This might sound silly but I think I have always known [that I wanted to be a fashion designer], I just didn’t have the confidence to try it for awhile…Though I majored in Textiles during my [Fine Arts degree], my work kept coming back to the body and I had a desire to make work that was tangible and more permanent.”

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ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S LATEST MELBOURNE TO MILAN FASHION

The 25-year-old RMIT graduate was the recipient of the Melbourne Spring Fashion Week’s Student Series Prize, which was awarded for the first time last year and has since shot through the designer stratosphere like a haute couture comet possessed by ambition.

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“Winning [this award] was definitely a defining moment for me. It was incredible industry recognition of my work and is allowing me to get amazing support straight after my degree.” Laura is about to embark on an internship at the renowned Costume National in Milan which will precede her attendance at the equally impressive Instituto Marangoni before she returns to Melbourne for Spring Fashion Week in August. “What this means for my career is that I am in a really privileged position to continue learning and gaining international industry experience before I work out the next stage.” Laura suggests that much of her extrinsic inspiration comes not necessarily from other fashion designers but from artists such as post-minimalist sculptor, Eva Hesse. 62

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“I feel that everything I do is in continuity of what has come before…All of my work always begins with research and often comes from similar themes. I am always intrigued by large periods of growth and change such as early 20th century mechanization and the aesthetic outcomes produced.” So much so is her respect for cross disciplinary practices that Laura is looking to collaborate with Melbourne-based fine artist and designer, Michaela Bruton at some point in the near future. The pairing will explore how Bruton’s strengths inevitably help Laura translate her skills into new areas of design.

“[Michaela Bruton’s] work is incredibly beautiful with really strong narratives. It is really fascinating exploring the language behind each other’s practice and what each person can bring to the project.” So, it is no surprise that her five year plan includes working with other amazing individuals, being involved in a range of projects as well as eventually running her own label. And, from what we have seen so far, there is no doubt that these goals are entirely achievable for Laura.

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Photographer Matt Wren, Assisted By Jamie Li Stylist Ben Anderson Hair & Make Up Katie Woods Â Model Mali [Darley]

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LITTLE RED

Written By: Vahe Koshayan

MELBOURNE-BORN BAND LITTLE RED, FOR THE PAST 3 YEARS HAVE STEADILY WOWED AND IMPRESSED AUDIENCES HERE AND OVERSEAS.

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Perspective. It’s what gives people a completely individual and unique take on things, on people, on events, on what we put on our toast in the morning (or if we even have toast at all…personally I prefer Maltesers). Life-changing breakfast decisions aside, perspective can give someone a few different takes on the rise and further rise of Melbourne-born band Little Red, who for the past 3 years have steadily wowed and impressed audiences here and overseas. But what of that annoying Aussie tradition of “tall poppyism”? Not too long ago we used to be renowned for such behaviour, tearing a local band down after they’ve made it big. It seemed to be a bit of a blight on our music scene, but things change. Or maybe, this writer’s perspective has changed?

After vaguely hearing the now well-known piano stabs of “Rock It” all over radio & TV late last year and well into 2011, my ears and brain declined to investigate further, something I put down to the remnants of tall poppy syndrome as I knew they were locals. The consequences of not acting on the impulse to find out more about the music can be many, but mainly it’s the ridiculousness of reluctantly supporting a band and its music, simply because they are way too close to your own hometown. Until my interview with Quang (bass/vocals), the most I’d heard from the band were “Rock It” and “Coca Cola” from their 2008 debut album “Listen To Little Red”. I generally consider myself on the ball with all things music, but every now and then a gem will slip past the radar for whatever reasons.

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Little Red are currently gearing up for the All Mine Tour starting in June. Be sure to catch them at a venue near you: 10/06 @ Metro Theatre, Sydney NSW 16/06 @ The Governor Hindmarsh, Adelaide SA 17/06 @ Capitol, Perth WA 18/06 @ Hi Fi, Brisbane QLD 23/06 @ Waratah Hotel, Hobart TAS 24/06 @ Palace Theatre, Melbourne VIC 26/06 @ Hi Fi, Melbourne VIC 30/06 @ The Northern, Byron Bay NSW 01/07 @ Coolangatta Hotel, Gold Coast QLD

Little Red are definitely official, talented, catchy lyricists, employ awesome harmonies, play loosely but compose tightly & are only going from strength to strength. And after an intensive catch-up session of their material, are worthy of the adulation they’ve been receiving, including a gold sophomore album (2010’s “Midnight Remember”), a platinum single (“Rock It”) which also reached #2 on Triple J’s Hottest 100, successful tours overseas and sold out shows at home and, oh yeah, an ever-changing snazzy dress sense. I talked to Quang about the journey so far. V: Just from reading your recent activities and awards and tours, you guys seem to be getting bigger and better. You’ve been touring all over recently, and it’s probably hard to choose but what’s been THE highlight thus far? Q: There’s so many highlights, this whole year has been hectic. We’ve played in places like Japan & North America, we’re about to head off to England, France, Germany, Singapore. But also the Aussie tours, we played festivals like A Day On The Green & Big Day Out. It’s hard to choose one. V: You guys get any downtime in between touring? Q: Not really. Any downtime we get, even if it’s a week, we spend recovering from the uptime. So we’re up in our uptime and down in our downtime. V: I’ve found that the style of the band is hard to pin down in any one category. What’s your musical background and your personal influences that you help bring to the band? Q: My favourite artists are people like Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Roy Orbison, Michael Jackson. My favourite bass player is James Jamerson, who was this Motown man who played on pretty much everything throughout the 60s. I think some of that comes through. V: I got to say you guys are killing it with the music videos as well. From “Coca Cola” all the way to “All Mine” (most recent single from “Midnight Remember”). Do you all come up with concepts for the videos or are they sourced from elsewhere? Q: Pretty much we get these kind of half-cooked ideas that get delivered to us, and we jiggle around and play with ‘em ‘til they’re good enough. We’ve done a bit of work with D’Arcy Foley-Dawson, who’s an old friend from school (director of “Waiting”, “Witchdoctor”, “Rock It” & “All Mine”). He’s come up with the goods a few times. I think “All Mine” might be his best work. 66

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V: Yeah it was amazing & kind of eerie capturing a completely lifeless Melbourne. Q: Right. I was a bit skeptical at first, I thought it might come out cheesy but it came out pretty good. V: The “Midnight Remember” album cover: is it a rainbow mothman? Q: (laughs) It changes with mood. Sometimes it’s a mothman, sometimes a butterfly. Sometimes it’s just lights, or just colours, or anything really. I’m not exactly sure why it’s on the cover. It’s the same thing with the music videos, we get pitched cooked ideas and go from there. V: The stylistic shift from “Listen To Little Red” to “Midnight Remember”, was it a deliberate process where you guys sat together and decided on the sound you wanted the album to have? Or was it more of a fluid transition? Q: It happened naturally, same thing with our first album. People might think we planned that out with the 60s kind of songs and influences. It’s just what we were doing at the time. V: I keep hearing bits of Animal Collective mixed with Phoenix on the new album, but then I hear a song like “Forget About Your Man” and it doesn’t sound like any of those two and more like something else entirely. It sounded like the soulful elements from the debut album mixed in with the new sound. Q: Those are mainly Dom’s (vocalist Dominic Byrne) influences. I don’t know too much about Animal Collective, but I’ve heard Phoenix and I like em. It’s funny, “Forget About Your Man” is an older song, about 3 or 4yrs old. We never got it done because we couldn’t find a good groove. But we just worked on it and it became this hi fi sounding song. V: That’s also my favourite song on the album, by the way. Q: Thanks, I wrote it. V: Finally, and most importantly: will we be hearing more harmonica in future Little Red releases? It worked a treat on “Chelsworth”. Q: (laughs) Just depends how much harmonica is demanded. If people want it, they probably won’t get it. But if people don’t want it, they’ll probably get it.

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PARIS WELLS PHOTOGRAPHED BY WOODROW WILSON

DETERMINED TO SHOWCASE HER TALENT TO THE WORLD, PARIS WELLS IS TAKING HER UNIQUE BLEND OF ALTERNATIVE SOUL TO THE USA AND FRANCE By Aaron Weinman

Not long ago I was fortunate enough to share espressos and quality conversation regarding all things 90’s RnB through to today’s radio drivel with Melbourne’s Paris Wells. Draped in blood-red beads and a neat black business shirt buttoned to the top, Paris conveys clarity in her voice and oozes confidence as she speaks. Realising the importance of her image, Paris speaks fondly about her expansive wardrobe as I notice her sentimental shoes. All her stage outfits are tailor-made, citing ‘Emilie Grey’ as a local dressmaker whom Paris regularly calls upon, to sustain her abstract, yet dapper appearance. Listening to Paris Wells music, Roisin Murphy and Lilly Allen spring to mind, and similarly, Paris’ music is not afraid to delve into the intimate subjects confronting young women today. Her album ‘Keep It’ illustrates the hardships young ladies deal with from relationships ending to the pitfalls of addiction. Paris showed interest in music from a very young age, growing up in the 90’s she became very fond of the hip-hop wave, carving her way through Janet Jackson and NWA tracks. Despite this interest, Paris draws her main influences from Paul Simon and the iconic Janice Ian. Paris’ music is best described as alternative soul, but Paris is animated, telling me “its also conscious pop” combining the contemporary sounds of today with meaningful lyrics with purpose and thought. Coming a long way, Paris was a former Fairfax employee plying her trade through ‘toasting’ gigs throughout Melbourne’s thriving underground music scene. Paris learned to multitask at supreme

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levels, working on her ‘toasting’ repertoire and witty improvisations throughout her working days at Fairfax. Eventually, Paris’ success grew and today her music is a full-time gig with many leading avenues combining ensuing success and increased awareness of her music. Illusive Records were smart enough to sign Paris, giving her the freedom to test her creative juices, compiling her EP “Mum Hasn’t slept yet” proving highly successful for her and the label, with Paris gaining much support in her music, particularly her ability on stage. Due to her uncanny knack on stage, Paris’ career skyrocketed, as she began touring with some of the world’s most famous artists such as Swedish Pop sensation ‘Robyn’ and the ‘Future Sex Love Sounds’ tour with Justin Timberlake. The latter in particular was an integral moment in her career, providing the impetus for her album ‘Keep It’ and several of its songs. Paris found her peace whilst on the New Zealand leg of the tour. Falling in love with their ‘soul club’ culture, Paris combined such confronting topics as addiction, touring and human relationships into this album. Paris revealed much emotion, showing everyone the mindful nature of her music. With Paris’ career shifting gears, her days are swamped. She is still signed to Illusive and together they are working furiously with more big shows and hours spent in the studio, honing her craft. Paris is determined to showcase her talent to the world, taking her unique blend of alternative soul to the USA and France, representing all of what is proud and talented in modern day Australia.

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Photographer Woodrow Wilson, Assisted By Emily Bartlett Stylist Ben Anderson Hair & Make Up Sarah Dalton

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After viewing his showcase for the L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival, I was suitably nervous about meeting recent graduate and fashion up and comer Jason Hewitt. The work, a mixture of traditional African prints and armour and veil, wowed audiences by re-contextualising his cultural and moral upbringing and transitioning traditional African dress onto the modern catwalk. The juxtaposition of the elements of his inspired collection reflected, to me, the contrast between his outrageously creative work and his own simple and modest nature. As we sat, enjoying the afternoon sun and watching the activities on the Yarra River, Jason told me about growing up in South Africa and seeing the contrast between the traditional clothes worn by the locals in the area of Transkei and the clothes worn by the tourists visiting the beaches. In his collection he explores this juxtaposition and credits this as a major inspiration. “I started to wonder what was clothing and what wasn’t and how you could blur the boundary between the two.” This clash of cultures led to the inspiration for his recent collection and in his own words the pieces are, “not really clothes, they operate and function more like accessories.” In the process of re-contextualisation something is stripped down, removed from its ordinary environment and it’s meaning changed by placing it into another environment. The boy, watching clothing and cultures clash in South Africa became the fashion student, pushing boundaries and challenging the creativity from inside to become the catwalk designer. With this startling change of context came an evolution and a great deal of artistic inspiration.

For now, Jason’s focus is aimed firmly on working with the world’s most established fashion houses and the mention of Europe brought a glimmer to his eyes as we discussed men’s fashion. “Men overseas, particularly in Europe, tend to embrace Fashion more,” the designer commented, simultaneously acknowledging that the fashion in Melbourne is progressive in the context of the rest of the country. Certainly, to Jason, it appears that men are in a process of evolving and are embracing more and more elements of fashion in their day-to-day dress. This too is a change of context from the traditional uniforms that men cling to for comfort and the new styles being adopted in pockets across Melbourne. It seems that the designer, now working for a Melbourne menswear company, still prefers to design for women, appreciating the escape from the rigid and safe formula of menswear. With another show coming up in September and Europe trips in the works, this designer is dreaming of spending his time between Melbourne and Paris, inspiring, designing and doing shows across the globe. After viewing his last collection and seeing the man in person, I too could feel the spark he has inside and a little bit of me wanted to cast away Melbourne and find myself in the midst of European fashion. As a recent graduate I asked what advice he had for those entering University now. “It gets better,” he said with a knowing smile. I know Jason will also get better, as his collections inspire and challenge our views into the future.

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“I STARTED TO WONDER WHAT WAS CLOTHING AND WHAT WASN’T AND HOW YOU COULD BLUR THE BOUNDARY BETWEEN THE TWO.”

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Fixie. By Alex Cybulska

PHOTOGRAPHED BY FILIP KONIKOWSKI

Fixie. “A hipsters best friend, probably the only thing he loves. Usually a bright yellow mid 70’s peougeot with the rear cog locked. Also known as a fix-gear. There are two types of fixie, 700c and 27”. According to hipsters, 27” bikes are not true fixies. A fixie is usually comprised of said peougeot frame and extremely rare/hard to find OEMparts (campy stem, maxy crank, etc). Usually the fixie-riding hipster tries to play it off like he just “found” the parts/frame at a goodwill. When in fact he searched for quite some time and spent a good sum of his parent’s money on them. The life span of a fixie is quite short, hipsters don’t believe in a chain, or any kind of locking mechanism, so they frequently get stolen by bums/hobos.” - Urban Dictionary

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‘They’re unique, have no brakes, one gear, straight lines and are a complete compliment to the urban kids’ lifestyle.’ Every morning when I drive down Nepean Highway, the dedicated bicycle lane is filled with lycra-covered, aerodynamic helmetwearing bike riders. I really don’t mind sharing the road with these guys because their calf muscles quite simply hypnotize my annoyance into submission… But as a motorist, there’s nothing I hate more than having to avidly watch out for those sneaky suckers hiding in my blind spot. God they’re so annoying… Whipping past me in clear defiance of the daily peak-hour traffic jam. Having said that, I too am a bicycle owner. I guess you have no choice when you live in St Kilda, South Yarra, Richmond or Fitzroy … it’s quintessentially hipster and you run the risk of getting booted back to the ‘burbs if you don’t try and fit in. And sohelp-me-God I’m not going back there!! A fixie has no breaks so negotiating traffic jams is a constant cat-and-mouse game of preemption and anticipation. And hence, according to Australian standards (and pretty much most of the world), completely illegal. Remember the last time you saw the police pull over a bicycle rider and check their brakes? No? Yeah, neither, which is why there’s so many around. You can’t coast on a fixie either, the pedals are in constant motion, which makes their simplicity sweetly endearing. They’re unique, have no brakes, one gear, straight lines and are a complete compliment to the urban kids’ lifestyle.

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You can track fixies way back to the old Penny Farthings era of the late 19th Century, which were arguably among the very first fixies made. In fact, single speed bicycles were utilized mainly by messengers and couriers (yes, there was a time before email and Fed-Ex!) and are still used today. Messengers preferred the most minimal of bicycles parts for maximum speed. These

flowing long hair. The image of a young girl cycling around a fountain is so classically Parisian it warrants a mention regardless of debate between Paris, UK, Scotland and even Germany where the bicycle was born. Needless-to-say, all I hear in my head right now is Carla Bruni’s mellow voice, which is a fabulous distraction from the latest auto-tune hit (they’re so shit but always so shamefully catchy…) With Asia’s densely populated region and increased automobile use, speedy transportation is virtually impossible. And while some have the common sense not to use a fixie (they’re brake-less, after all), there are over 20 bike gangs in Bangkok alone.

days, universities in the US are forced to add extra bike racks to accommodate a trend that went from underground to main stream. In 1989 a casual bike competition entitled ‘Alleycat Race’ was organized in the US by messengers to be run by bikers on their fixies. This race is held annually around major holidays (July 4th, Valentines day, Halloween) and has spilled over to Europe and Asia, regardless of messenger population. While in Paris, something similar was evolving. Putting aside the Tour de France with their lycra and aerodynamic helmets and instead think summer dresses and

So, needless to say, the phenomenon has spread far and wide, and is finding much love everywhere. However, with fans there are always the critics. “Fixies are gayer than a man with a cock in his mouth,” “North West Anti Fixie Malitia” and “FUCK FIXIES!!!” are three of plenty of groups on Facebook expressing their distain for two wheeled transporters. And I must admit, Fagsonfixies. com is a seriously entertaining blog. Meanwhile, chain stores are jumping on the bandwagon, with Urban Outfitters offering fixies for a reasonable price and Walmart selling them for even cheaper. Walmart?! Selling a hipster’s accessory? How ironic. So I guess you either love them or you don’t but one thing’s for sure, the only way to get mobile, and green, is on your bicycle.

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‘It’s a happy position to be in to find something you love,’ says Noël Skrzypczak and she couldn’t be more right. As a successful artist who has exhibited throughout Australia and had her work featured across numerous media platforms, her passion for art has certainly placed her in an enviable position. Noël has her own unique style that sets her above the rest. She professes her original idea was to set paint free so it could flow through space like a human being instead of being trapped by the confines of the canvas. Presently, she has created a huge range of works from ‘Love and Babies’ (originally created for a strip club), commissioned works such as ‘Macau‘, ‘Cave painting’ and ‘Monsoon.’ One of the most outstanding features of her artworks is her amazing use of colours. Noël admits she spends a lot of time mixing colours until she gets the best combination to set the right mood. Nowhere was this clearer than in her work ‘It Came Out Of Me’ which was created during a particularly low point in her life. “I had to expel those demons so I made the painting all the things I didn’t like such as colours I didn’t like.”

When asked about the thought process behind her artworks, she says the audience is one of her main influences. “I start out by wanting to create a mood or give the viewer an experience of a mood when they come in and see the work.” She aims to appeal to the primal place that connects all human beings so whether or not people know about art they can still take something from it. In addition, like many established artists of our time, Noël’s art is often influenced by personal and broader events in her life. In ‘12 Disasters’ for example, she collected articles about disasters in newspapers because she was interested in how the built environment can change form. Yet at the same time she was removing the disasters in her life by placing it on canvas.

She has made a successful career as an artist over the past 11 years and will no doubt continue to create bigger and better artwork. Her main hope for 2011 is to continue making successful artworks such as her first 3D sculpture, which will be exhibited at Heide Museum of Modern Art in Bulleen Victoria. The advice Noël gives to inspiring artists sums up her passion and drive perfectly, “Don’t get distracted by trying to chase fame and fortune, make artwork you love...and remember the main thing is enjoying yourself and feeling fulfilled.”

Noël’s mixed heritage has greatly influenced her artwork. She first learnt to draw in Japan where she lived during her younger years so it comes as no surprise the Japanese culture has a very strong presence in her paintings. At the same time, growing up in Canberra close to the National Gallery allowed Noel to view many extraordinary paintings and it was here she first discovered art could be truly powerful. W W W. FJ O R D E M A G A Z I N E . C O M

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AN ARCHITECT MAKING HIS MARK ON AN INDUSTRY THAT IS OFTEN STUCK IN A TRADITIONAL SENSE OF DESIGN. Written By Ben Anderson & Damien Forbes

ADAM DETTRICK As a city Melbourne is considered one of the most creative urban centres of the world and here at FJORDE hope to push the boundaries of traditional design and artistry. Here we look at the new urban art form of contemporary architecture. Melbourne architecture has come a long way over the last twenty years. It has grown from just any other city to an architectural dreamscape of colour, shape and bold design. We sat with up and coming architect Adam Dettrick to discuss the changing face of architecture and how he makes his mark on an industry that is often stuck in a traditional sense of design.

environmental and social sustainability, Adam paints images that reflect the wants and needs of those he designs for with out losing his own fundamentals. Incorporating notions of social sustainability and cultural identity that reflects not only the own but the people and community that surrounds it.

At first glance it can be seen that Adam is a man that does not sit high above the rest, rather he has his feet firmly placed on the ground. Guided by the principals of

With sustainability such a buzzword of modern society, Dettrick takes the philosophy that â&#x20AC;&#x153;if a village is not designed to be socially sustainable, then you can have as many

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It is these attitudes that not only break Dettrick away from the rest but also what many find captivating about his work. That behind the graciousness and geometric aesthetics of his designs there are the subtleties that create notions of connectedness between the outside and inside environments. Stemming from his belief that a building no mater its purpose should cultivate environmental and social harmonies.

environmental strategies implemented as you want, but nobody is going to want to live thereâ&#x20AC;?. A notion that he considers very carefully in his own work going on to say his design process consists of him imagining a place that not only he would like to live but also his clients, all while trying to keep it energy efficient and environmentally sustainable. Said with a glint of smile and a faint laugh cross his face it is clear to see that Adam while having a clear philosophy in his work has an understanding that this is no easy task and is one that must be adopted by all architects for it to have lasting effects. As the conversation continues it is clear that Adam is a well-travelled man, even revealing that he is a closet sociologist and escapes into readings of social migration and cultural patterns the world over. Incorporating these insights and applying them into his own designs by utilising aspects of foreign design and living and subtracting the unnecessary

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“ MOVIDA NEXT DOOR, HIS MOTIVATION WAS TO CONNECT THE SPACE WITH THE VIBRANCY OF ITS SURROUNDINGS, THE BUZZING OF FLINDERS STREET, FEDERATION SQUARE AND CONNECT IT WITH MELBOURNE’S LANE WAY CULTURE.” to mesh cultural ideas to create new concepts that are relative to the culturally diverse society that is Melbourne. In particular he has learnt from the ideals of traditional Islamic architecture and the use of the sublime. Dettrick explains this through the repetitive patterns that are seen in many Islamic buildings, decorative patterns that represent and extend into the infinite. He goes on to say that it makes reference to a higher being but without any direct literalism. Ultimately Dettrick not a religious man himself tries to capture this sense of spirituality and meaning into his architecture. Delving into his design process, Dettrick tries to find balance between the client and the site. Believing that they are the true dictators of the brush strokes and he is there simply to guide them on their way. The North Melbourne House is one such example using many ideas from traditional Islamic architecture the site had a sheer linear length, an old warehouse and the restriction of a front wall that could not be moved, while the clients had strong environmental criteria to fulfil. A tall order for any architect but with careful consideration Dettrick took a linear approach of incorporating a site length courtyard that ran along side the house.

Himself a fan of integrating the indoor and outdoor environments. This connection between the indoor and outdoor is one that strongly carries through many of Dettrick’s projects. Another of his project’s that incorporates this design aesthetic on an intricate level, that is familiar to all, is MoVida Next Door, his motivation was to connect the space with the vibrancy of its surroundings, the buzzing of Flinders Street, Federation Square and connect it with Melbourne’s lane way culture. Dettrick was able to achieve this by making one swift move, shifting the entrance and shop front from Flinders Street to Hosier Lane. Which allowed him to keep the views of Federation Square while keeping all the action of one of Melbourne’s best laneways. Wanting to create an environment of theatrics and excitement, explaining that people by nature “want to brush shoulders with people they don’t know and hang out with others”. Thus to create this social atmosphere the interior was designed to enact as a social condenser and push people together. To achieve this Dettrick divided the already small space into two to make it even smaller so to foster the brushing of shoulders and social compression that provides the excitement

and atmosphere of one of Melbourne most lively venues. Describing the experience as an amazing opportunity to explore his creativity and further cultivate social sustainability something that has well and truly been achieved. Deservingly, this design won The Small Project Architecture Award at the Victorian Architecture Awards in 2010 and to his credit MoVida Next Door is now considered on of Melbourne’s best cultural hot spots. It is safe to say that Adam Dettrick is not only trying to revitalise Melbourne’s urban environment but build social culture. With a firm belief in environmental and social sustainability Dettrick is heading on a path to reshape the way in which architectural design is approached. It is for this reason that we should continue to watch his rising star. Combating a reality that reflects the social and cultural distance space that is growing in Melbourne today. We hope to take on board his message that architecture does not have to be a cold structure of bricks and mortar but hubs of social life and meccas of multicultural exchange. For the full article go to www.fjordemagazine.com/blog To find out more about Adam Dettrick, head to www.adamdettrickarchitect.com.au

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Plying his skills across differing mediums, Sam has had work showcased all around Melbourne including an interview with ‘Dazed Digital,’ the online affiliate to UK magazine, ‘Dazed and Confused.’ Sifting through Sam’s online folio, he has managed to find recurring work with another creative guru named Danny Cohen. With work evoking passion, fun and creative frivolity, Sam Octigan and Danny Cohen have come together to seize upon a formidable partnership. Given the opportunity to create portraiture for an advertising gig, the pair finished with a mock-up of a newspaper with merely pen and acrylic paper, hopefully paving the way for joined success. Add to this, work with the Flood Relief concerts and countless studio hours, Sam continues to excel in his trade using all creative nuances around him. An innovative illustrator, Sam has used acrylic paper, graphite and brown paper to construct his art. In an effort to not pigeonhole himself, Sam effectively uses the props at his disposal in many of his collage work, broadening his horizons past illustrative art. Photography as simple as their products, but brilliant none the less, Sam has showcased everything from paint brushes to ‘Redheads’ Match boxes, one can assume that nothing is safe when Sam is hard at work. Personally for me, I think it is pure genius. The simplicity etched with Sam’s ingenuity portrays thoughtful examinations on the mere possessions we dabble with on a daily basis. Being an illustrator in this creative hub we call Melbourne can be as painful as it is fruitful, just ask us writer folk, slaving away hoping for the call up to the majors. Sam is a testament to hard work, and another aspect I noticed whilst on a leisurely cruise through his folio is the copy writing. With a penchant for colourful creativity, Sam has filtered his talent into event promotion and art exhibitions. The most eye-catching aspect of his pieces are the use of primary colours and objects of pure randomness, something appearing regularly in contemporary and post-modern artistry. I could talk about these pieces with adjective and repetition for many a paragraph, but I urge you all to check out his web page below, it will be sure to make you think outside your own sphere and get into Sam’s own sphere.

Be sure to get down to see Sam’s upcoming exhibition. A joint show at Rancho Notorious Gallery with Melbourne artist Jacob Rolfe. Exhibition Opens 16th of August and runs until the 28th. www.samoctigan.com

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DABBLING IN A BROAD RANGE OF ART AND ILLUSTRATION, SAM OCTIGAN IS A BUDDING CREATIVE GENIUS PLYING HIS TRADE IN MELBOURNE’S INDEPENDENT HUB OF CREATIVE BRILLIANCE.

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Nowadays, no life story is complete without the obligatory “gap year”, spent ogling the Taj Mahal, partying on Thai beaches and hiking to Machu Picchu, with a spot of volunteer work thrown in for good measure. If you haven’t “found yourself”, “experienced new cultures” or “broadened your mind” in any of the well worn Lonely Planet destinations then apparently, you haven’t lived. I too was once an intrepid, young, gap year volunteer, eagerly washing the shells of bemused turtles in an animal sanctuary in the Amazon rainforest and frequenting Ecuadorian karaoke bars in an attempt to become a well-rounded and interesting human being. Doubtless my return flight did enough environmental damage to negate any of my enthusiastic endeavors to protect the jungle fauna during my stay. Forgive my cynicism, but who can blame me? The ubiquitous travelling experience has inevitably become a cliché. Then I heard about Ride2Rescue – a travelling expedition that is unique and inspirational in its scope and vision. Five lads from Melbourne are going on an exhilarating adventure for a great cause and proving that travel can be a powerful tool to unite people to achieve great things. John Clark, Daniel Seehusen, Nick Kane, Aaron Turner and Tim Holman are throwing out the guidebooks, hopping on their bikes and cycling an epic journey that will see them push their bodies to the limits as they make their way from London, through Europe, the Middle East, South East Asia and finally to their homeland of Australia. This is a thoroughly arduous mission that will take about 108

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a year and a half to complete and has already involved a tremendous amount of preparation. Their ultimate goal is to raise awareness for the shockingly prevalent global issue of child trafficking and to donate funds to World Vision Australia - Child Rescue, a charity supporting young victims of exploitation and abuse. Twenty-three days before they were to set off, I met two members of the troupe, John Clark and Aaron Turner in The Hard Rock Café just before their London Ride2Rescue launch party. What first struck me about the pair was their palpable excitement about the journey ahead. When Turner informed me that they’d be spending between four and seven hours every day on the bikes, my first thought was “sore arses”, but the guys were relaxed, smiling and saying, “we’ll get used to it”. It is precisely this positive outlook that is giving them the courage to take on the challenge and not be put off by a list of potential setbacks and pitfalls that automatically spring to my, rather more pessimistic mind. My first concern would be luggage limitations. On their website, www. ride2rescue.org, you’ll find them sarcastically quipping that they’ll be taking along guitars and surfboards, but the reality is that they can pack a maximum of only 40 kgs, which needs to include all their vital equipment, leaving little room for luxuries. However, this is not a meager load when you consider that this will be lugged half way across the planet for an impressive 26 000 km.

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‘WHETHER YOU’RE BRAVE ENOUGH TO GET ON YOUR BIKE OR YOUR ONE OF LIFE’S SPECTATORS, THERE ARE PLENTY OF WAYS TO GET INVOLVED AND SUPPORT THE BOYS.’ “There were initially plans to take a van along provided by one of our sponsors” Clark informed me, “but then we decided against it when we realized that would be getting a little too soft” Turner added. Despite these options for an easier journey, the guys are keen to have an authentic experience that will encourage sponsorship and draw attention to their cause. Turning down motorized support is perhaps the most hardcore option, but aren’t there a multitude of safety fears? “We’ll be using a GPS Spot Satellite” Clark assured me, “The basic function is that it allows friends, family or anyone with our coordinates to log on and check out exactly where we are in the world via GPS! It also has a SOS feature that will notify the local emergency services to come and help us.” But apart from minor concerns over the odd grizzly bear or rabid dog, they’re pretty fearless. Fearless, but not reckless. They know they need to be cautious in certain places and take note of laws and cultural norms in areas such as Iran where the exposure of too much skin is frowned upon, regardless of heat. They are also fully vaccinated and will be taking all necessary medical supplies.

Additionally, they are aware that the topography of locations such as Nepal may be particularly challenging. Even though this is likely to be the most physically demanding country in terms of navigating the landscape, both Turner and Clark were enthusiastic about this leg of the journey, “It’s a beautiful country and we’re excited to see the scenery and by that stage of the trip we’ll have built up a high level of fitness and stamina”. The lads are all in their mid-twenties and in good physical condition so anxieties of this nature were trivial. Clark in particular had more pressing worries, “…setting up camp each night, cooking over a tiny stove, making sure the other blokes don’t steal my clean socks and so on.” It’s a good job they are strong and fit, as their bikes have been specially made to be extra sturdy for the journey and these reinforcements - I discovered when I struggled to lift one up - make the bikes heavier than normal. A competition to name Clark’s bike was just one of the innovative fundraising activities the boys have set up to put towards the fight against child trafficking.

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of priorities for any of the group. Still, they won’t let this stop them meeting new and interesting people. They’re especially keen to meet up with other cyclists. Through their website you can find out where they are and join them for a leg of the journey. “We’ve arranged to meet friends to cycle with us at certain stages”. They even asked me if I fancied joining them during their first leg in the South of England, but I decided I’d need a little more than three weeks to get hold of a bike and build up the stamina to go further than my record fifteen minutes… Whether you’re brave enough to get on your bike or your one of life’s spectators like myself, there are plenty of ways to get involved and support the boys. Clark was keen to highlight the interactive nature of the event, “We will be filming along the way and posting video diaries on our website and youtube channel”. You can follow their journey and show your support by logging onto their website,

WINTER 2011 www.ride2rescue.org and donating some cash to sponsor the ride and join the fight against child trafficking. They already have some high profile supporters such as Sophie Van Den Akker and Sting and Trudie Styler. Seehusen must have impressed the celebrity couple after being employed as their son’s “Manny” when he was living in New York. But it’s not all about celebrities, fun and excitement. They will be visiting child rehabilitation centres and orphanages along the way to give this most vulnerable of groups a voice. This aspect of the journey was particularly important for Clark, “I am most looking forward to visiting the Child Rescue rehabilitation sites to see the work of World Vision first hand. Initially the ride was about a more exciting way to get back to Melbourne, however now we have the opportunity to increase the awareness of one of humanities worst crimes…”

Ride2Rescue demonstrates that a few individuals can make a huge difference. A problem such as child trafficking pulls on the heart strings, but most of us will push the suffering of the children of strangers to the back of our minds, believing that its only world leaders and the rich and powerful who are capable of making a change. But if these five, everyday lads from Melbourne can have an impact on global problems, then why can’t the rest of us? Travel doesn’t have to be a cliché. It’s not just about adding a bit of spice to a humdrum CV or providing fodder for a good story when you’re down the pub. Travel can take you out of your comfort zone and allow you to achieve something, benefit those in need and open the eyes of yourself and others to the wonders, miseries and spectacles that lie beyond our own backyards. Sponsor at: www.ride2rescue.org Email: info@ride2.rescue.org

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By Ben Anderson

LANEWAYS ARE FILLED WITH HIDDEN GEMS Melbourne is known for many things fashion, music, café culture and undoubtedly its many laneways. Hidden within them are some of Melbourne’s best-kept secrets, 24 Moons is but one of these tucked away gems. Veiled amongst the shroud of AC/DC Lane a lone door stands with a burly man leaning against it. Bathed in a red glow an aging staircase awaited. Heading up towards 24 Moons you are immersed with notions of what lies ahead as anyone who haswalked down AC/DC Lane can testify to the fact that the rock chic atmosphere that exudes from Cherry Bar is an accurate indication of expectations of AC/DC Lane.

Approaching the entrance you are hit with a new sensation a different sound… far removed from the rock-laden gauntlet that is AC/DC Lane. 24 Moons transports you somewhere new entirely, with a meticulously crafted interior that truly captures the moons essences with low lighting and subtle background chirping of birds and insects. 24 Moons sets a scene that is reminiscent of high-end lounge but without the pretense. And true to

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its name offers a relative assortment of visual and audible treats, whether it be burlesque performances, ‘KRE-ATIV’ Wednesdays showcasing emerging and established artists work or simply the down right spinning of old school R&B favourites on Saturday nights – something in my opinion this city has long forgotten and desperately needs to be reminded of! But the experience does not end there with the an extensively stocked bar the experienced staff are capable of tantalizing your taste buds with smooth and delicately crafted cocktails that are sure keep you coming back for more. 24 Moons represents something that Melbourne has begun to forget that the laneways are filled with hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. Writing this I find myself all most wanting to hold back not wanting to share one of the best discoveries I’ve come across in a while. So my advice is simple, put on your Sunday best, keep an open mind and take a walk.

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R BOY By Ben Anderson

After an unexpected whirlwind night I found myself in the quite back ally of Crossley Street off Little Collins, sitting down for a late dinner with a friend at Gingerboy. A small restaurant hidden away amongst its cold concert surrounding and framed by the soft red glow of its neon namesake. Entering the small backlit bar we are asked if we have a reservation and taken towards the back. I find myself in a tightly packed dining room that is bustling with laughter and engaged diners enthralled in one another’s every word. Looking around, I take a moment to take in my surroundings from the soft lighting to the scattered blue tree lights that adorn the ceiling and walls. Teamed with a textured décor of fringed and mirrored walls the atmosphere was alive with a traditional sense of a street side eatery. Offering a contemporary take on Asian spices with Melbourne flair, Gingerboy caters to street kitchen, hawker and vendor style food to nibble on or share. Beginning our journey we sample the delectable street style spiced wagyu with broken rice, smoked tomatoes and lettuce cups and crispy duck and banana blossom salad with ginger nuoc cham. Each highlighting a distinctive flavours from the cool lettuce cups and spicy wagyu to the crispiness of the duck balanced with the sweet flavour of the banana blossom. Only held back from trying more by the alluring mains still to come.

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While still savoring the flavours, it threw me back to my own travels of the region and the food many crowded the streets to get to. But our journey did not end there and I was broken from my reminiscing when presented with rice crusted pork cheeks and blood plum caramel with fennel. The blood plum caramel drew out the natural flavours of the pork while offering a hint of sweetness to the ever-succulent pork cheek. Followed by a falling off the bone red duck curry, served with shallots, Thai basil and coconut cream that contradicted the sweet flavours of the pork with subtle spice. All of which was accompanied by crispy fried corn cakes, these elegant bites soaked up the rich plum caramel and red curry offering a tiny flavour blast making a perfect end to a wonderful meal – a definite recommendation for any share plate. We found ourselves wanting to continue on to taste their assuringly amazing deserts but could not go on after such a remarkably gratifying meal. We simply could not go on. What more can be said than with aromatic flavours tantalizing the senses Gingerboy offers the Melbourne diner a truly unique experience of traditional South East Asian street food with modern interpretations. So the next time you find yourself wondering Little Collins Street look for the neon glow of Gingerboy and treat your-self to a exceptional dining experience. W W W. FJ O R D E M A G A Z I N E . C O M

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