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THE BRIGHT EDITION DAV I D J E N N E R LAURA ALBERTI MAXYME GAGNÉ DAV I D M A R I N O S - M AT T L A I N ELISA C-ROSSOW - JODEBV



EDITOR’S LETTER

I never was an avid magazine reader. This might surprise many of you, but I would rarely buy and browse in fashion magazines as a younger girl. Mostly because I wouldn’t find articles or images in them that I could really relate to. It was made for the popular kid, and I was not – nor aspired to be - that person. When I first started thinking about the possibilities of Flanelle four years ago, I never would have believed we would be where we are right now. This is our 10th issue already, and I am proud to make you discover a wide variety of artists and designers. With spring being on it’s way, we wanted to help you transition to a new season, with pale colors and with simplistic and pure fashion. We wanted the Bright Issue to show not only the light and contrast in art and fashion, but to also highlight bright individuals with brilliant visions and shiny ideas. Today’s medias are filled with distressful and upsetting news and we wanted to present an issue that would push a different perception of the world that we live it, full of hope, ambition and beauty. We therefore present you great designers, such as Daniel Gregory Natale, Leinad Beaudet, Laura Alberti, Nicola Harlem and Elisa C-Rossow, and we have interviewed amazing people such as Heymoonshaker, Cri , David Marinos, Jodeb, and Hogan from Montage Models. Good reading!

Sarah-Eve Leduc Flanelle Magazine’s Founder


FO U N D ER / ED ITO R- I N - C H I EF

Sarah-Eve Leduc A S S I TA N T E D I T O R I N C H I E F

Morgan Kendall CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Erika Elyzabeth Korzer Lindsay Coooper Marie-Pier Chouinard Stephanie Serfaty CO PY ED ITO RS

Ashley Leiberman Michael Bloom A RT D I R EC TO R

Stephanie Serfaty D I R EC TO R O F M A R K E TI N G

Valerie Labonté-Côté SOCIAL M EDIA MAR K E TIN G MANAG ER

Vanessa Daly GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Sarah Rousseau PRINTER

Sylvestre Delasalle CONTRIBUTING ARTISTS & DESIGNERS

Daniel Gregory Natale David Marinos Elisa C-Rossow Jodeb Laura Alberti Leinad Beaudet Mackenzie Hogan-Lucuik Nicola Harlem CO NTR I B U TI N G P H OTO G R A P H ERS

David Jenner Jens Ingvarsson Karin Postert Matt Lain Maxyme Gagné Michi Schunck Oumayma B. Tanfous Patrick Jendrusch Roxanna Enache Stephanie Lou


INDEX

G E R M A N B R U TA L I S M

08 L’ AT T E N T E

10 TO TH E LI G HTH O U S E

16 N O R D I C R OWA N

22 THE WHITE LABEL PROJECT

30 A XO LOTL S

32 T H E DAW N I N G O F A N E W AG E

40 TIMELESS

46 T H E L A DY I N B L AC K

56 A L- O R

60 PINK SERENITY

70 THE MUSE

76 FLASHING THROUGH

78 O UT O F TH E DAR K

80 LIFE IN GREY

88 THE SISTERS

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German Bru talism D A N I E L G R E G O R Y N ATA L E I N T E R V I E W

By Morgan Kendall Toronto-raised and New York-based designer Daniel Gregory

urban centers work as a system. I think it just comes naturally

Natale has strong roots in the Art & Design field. Originally

from the way I observe my environments,” Natale muses. “New

hailing from an education in architecture, Natale decided to

York allowed me a greater freedom to explore things on a more

jump the gun and pursue a career in the fashion industry.

conceptual level. The resources to explore and grow my concepts were more available to me in New York.”

His most recent collection, inspired by German Brutalism, explores the rich history immersed within Berlin’s urban

With German Brutalism being the apex of inspiration for this

spaces. Daniel has taken inspiration rooted in his architec-

collection I was curious to know what it was about the dynamic

tural training and translated it into a wearable physicality, using

architecture and rich history derived from this art movement

urban industrial design techniques to convey his garments’

that interested him most, and how he conveyed these concepts

visual story. His designs explore a utilitarian approach to

thematically.

fashion, using materials in their raw, unaltered forms, and playing with treatments such as concrete and liquid vinyl as

I tried to translate the history of Berlin as an urban

coatings for his creations.

space into clothes. I have asked myself “What is it to be destroyed and rebuilt in the way Berlin

Natale’s keen eye and unique approach to design has helped him

was at the end of World War II and post?

launch his career within the industry, his most recent collection being an extension of ideas from his previous work. “I like to think of it as refining the experimentation of my graduate

“I tried to translate the history of Berlin as an urban space into

collection,” says the designer.

clothes. I asked myself, what is it to be destroyed and rebuilt in the way Berlin was at the end of World War II and post? I was

From a young age Daniel has been immersed in the art & design

wondering what it means to have something divided in such a

world, sharing a passion for architecture with his father:

strict manner in the way the Berlin Wall split the city, and what it would be like to have a lack of order in the way Berlin was during the First World War.”

“I’ve always looked up to him for design knowledge. I love the way he understands and utilizes space and materials. He’s helped me understand why I use particular materials or why I’m

“I was looking at the Brutalist movement because it was about

creating certain shapes. Although he is in a different design field,

unaltered material purity and it celebrated the rawness of

he helps me find a lot of clarity. Sometimes subconsciously.”

materials in their natural state.”

Growing up in Toronto and presently based in New York, Daniel

With strong concepts, fine tuned designs and a unique mixture

has always been in the eye of urban centers, so it only seems

of architecture and fashion backing his collections, we’re

natural to have his inspiration nestled within the roots of urban

excited to see what the future holds for this young creative.

industrial spaces. “I’ve always been fascinated with the way

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Photographer: Zhi Wei

Models: Paige Knudsten and Chelcie May

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L’ATTENTE Photographer: Jens Ingvarsson Stylist: Marina Ingvarsson

Model: Katya Ryabinkina @ Women NY Hair: Clay Nielsen

Sweatshirt Stella McCartney Pants Rag&Bone


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Coat Theory


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To the Lighthouse M I N I M A L I S T FA S H I O N W IT H A DA R K E R U N D E RTO N E

By Morgan Kendall



Photographer: Leinad Beaudet

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Striving to create minimalist and practical designs for women, Daniel Beaudet’s most recent collection, To the Lighthouse, was inspired by childhood memories stemming back to summers spent in a stark beach house among the banks of the St-Lawrence River. The Montreal-based designer used these memories as his driving force while creating his new line.“A weekend in a little village between Calais and Dunkerque with a lover - it’s the sea but a melancholic one, like the North Sea or the one in Virginia Wolfe’s Novel which have war as a central theme. It’s a common, cliché theme but with a dark undertone.”

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Beaudet’s interest in fashion stems from days spent roaming

among other world-renowned designers. “The most valuable

through shops on St-Hubert with his grandmother; a passion

thing I took from my experiences working within the industry

which would engulf his pursuit for his design and creative outlet

was humility. Working for those two influential designers made

in the industry.

me realize that you can be confident in your talent, potential, accomplishments and still be human - grounded and in touch

“I want to do fashion that is proudly from Montreal; something

with the people surrounding you.” Daniel’s designs accrue a

personal. There can’t be Quebecois fashion without speaking

sense of minimalism, using simplistic and delicate silhouettes

about Quebec” says Beaudet in regards to enriching the

to convey his stories through his garments. Seeking inspir-

Montreal fashion scene. He has placed great importance on

ation from everyday life, and through past design jobs. “I’m

creating designs which dismiss ageism while manifesting

now working on next fall and everything started with a sleeve

a long lasting relationship between product and consumer.

I worked with during a previous design contract. It reminded me

“Women are complex and become more interesting with age.

of the sleeves of the 80’s. The Mass, First Communion or other

I like the idea of clothes following them through life, sharing

It was hard work. All the clichés about European

their experience.”

art schools were there; crazy teachers yelling at Being one of the first Quebec-based designers to study at

you, insane workload, 100 sketches per week,

Antwerp’s Royal Academy of Fine Arts has allowed him to

starving students. There was a lot of pressure, too

integrate Montreal designs into the realm of international

many cigarettes… But at the same time it was so

territories. “It was hard work. All the clichés about European

incredibly awesome!

art schools were there; crazy teachers yelling at you, insane workload, 100 sketches per week, starving students. There

ceremonies we were still attending back then. I then collect all

was a lot of pressure, too many cigarettes… But at the same

kind of images I can link with these inspirations. After comes

time it was so incredibly awesome! Traveling to Paris every

the song that will set the mood. That song will obsessively

fashion week, meeting inspiring people, being in La Cour

follow me during the whole process. After, I research patterns

des Grands. I was learning all the tricks of the trade, how to

and cuts which will become the backbone of the collection.”

design. I had to re-learn everything.” says Beaudet speaking

With his work riddled in practicality, soft silhouettes and a

of his time at The Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp.

minimalist demeanor, I am truly excited to see what comes next

After his four-year affair with the Academy, Daniel had the

for this Montreal-based designer.

chance to work for the likes of Dries Van Noten and Hilde Frunt,

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NORDIc ROWAN Photographer: David Jenner Stylist: Christine Tam

Makeup & hair: Elin Laine

Model: Vilma S @ Mikas Stockholm

Top COS



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Top Weekday

Top Zara

Necklace Weekday

Jeans H&M

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Top COS Shorts H&M Shoes Birkenstock Bracelet & Other Stories

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Dress Flippa K Necklace Edblads


The White Label Project Interview By Morgan Kendall

Nicola Harlem started The White Label Project in 2015 after falling for the clean and minimalist design philosophy of Scandinavian fashion. The online retailer hones in on quality garments and transitional pieces with a minimal and luxurious feel. “We were inspired by the working woman, how she takes pieces from work to weekend, professional and personal. I also find inspiration in random places, whether it be a film, a woman on the street or inside my mothers wardrobe,” says Harlem. With a background in manufacturing, Harlem wanted to bridge the gap of accessibility in regards to luxury fashion for the everyday woman. “We use the same quality level as luxury labels, I like to work with pure natural fibers and blends; mostly working with cashmere, silk and wool. We are a luxe brand without all the bells and whistles.” With minimalism taking over the fashion market in the past few years, it’s interesting to see what sets The White Label apart from the rest of the minimalist designers; “Our brand is all about classic timeless styles, so without realizing we were suddenly being labeled a minimalist brand. We branded and styled our pieces with a clean and simple aesthetic in order to show diversity to our customers. Our pieces speak for themselves. They are simple, but can be styled in a hundred different ways,” says Nicola. “Be realistic. Be kind. Work hard and don’t ever compromise who you are.” With a brand philosophy rooted in self-belief, hard work and quality clothing for the everyday women, we look forward to The White Label’s future endeavors.

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AXOLOTLS Photographer: Matt Lain Stylist: Toni Caroline Hair: Miho Emori

Makeup: Natalia Kiselev

Dress Danielle Romeril

Boots Vintage



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Playsuit Steven Tai

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Left:

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Culottes Gayeon Lee

Top Gabriel Veilma


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Left:

Right:

Top Gayeon Lee

Shirt Steven Tai Shorts Hanger

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the Dawning of a New Age By Lindsay Cooper


Design / Styling: Laura Albertí

Photographer: Mariona Álvarez

Makeup and hair stylist: Nina Muñoz Model: Gabija, Blow Models


While most are completely left in the dark after graduation, Laura Albertí was already shedding new light on the fashion industry with her inventive, conceptual designs. As a recent grad of Barcelona’s Escola Superior de Disseny’s fashion design program, the young designer paired her newly earned skills with a fresh pair of eyes to create the light-hues and billowing silhouettes of her latest high-concept collection, Morph. “The collection is inspired by the artist Louise Bourgeois and the concept of human metamorphosis,” says Albertí of her unconventional muse. As an abstract expressionist, Bourgeois explored the themes of human metamorphosis through modernist, large-scale sculptures like her 9-meter-tall steel spider, Maman. Having stood in several illustrious locations such as MoMA and London’s Tate Modern, many of her pieces share the pervasive theme of her own childhood trauma and the artist’s subsequent coping and growth. Following these themes, Albertí’s Morph explores the notion of using clothing as an artistic medium to express the effects of both positive and negative past experiences. “It is based in the concepts of change, transformation, destruction, and rebuilding. [It’s about] how these changes are given, consciously or unconsciously, to a trauma or a bad experience, and demonstrates how, from these bad experiences, we can make positive change and how this change is reflected in our appearance, like the clothes we wear like a second skin.”

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Despite their status as wearable artwork, the designs found in

The familiar theme continues to be referenced through Morph’s

Laura Albertí’s latest collection definitely lend themselves to

modest hemlines and reinterpretation of classic silhouettes.

becoming a second skin. Utilizing lightweight, soft fabrics like

The use of more traditional fabrics, like nylon, popular in the

organza, nylon, and foam, the individual garments composing

1930’s, and gauzy materials (which have been influential com-

the line provide comfort without compromising the beautiful

ponents of fashion design since the 19th century), alongside

design work. “I wanted to make something with soft fabrics

modish foam textures allows Morph to reflect not just personal

that would be comfortable, lightweight, and adaptable to the

metamorphosis, but also the endless transformations the

body, playing with transparencies using organza and the effect

design industry has undergone.

of warmth and protection of foam. Creating a collection based on sensitivity and delicacy, fabrics with volume which give a

Morph is a collection that aspires to tell the

sense of freedom and not the feeling of oppression” Albertí

personal stories of transformation of the women

says of her design goals.

wearing Albertí’s designs, in hopes of helping women to shed new light on their own identities

While the pieces are still very light and wearable, Morph’s use

and wear them as a second skin.

of the more dense-looking foam provides the collection with some unexpected diversity. Sartorialists might expect volumes of organza and nylon in light spring and summer wear, but

Harkening back to Bourgeois’ works, Morph outlines the histor-

Albertí’s foam accents look to be heavily insulated and stiff

ical metamorphosis of the fashion industry with modern twists,

while actually providing the ease of movement the designer

drawing from an eclectic array of fabrics and contemporary

has had in mind for the label’s conception.

inspirations. Perhaps most importantly, it is a collection that aspires to tell the personal stories of transformation belonging

Themes of comfort are also present in the designer’s choice of

to the women wearing Albertí’s designs, in hopes of helping

colour. Predominantly featuring pink and orange toned pastels,

them to shed new light on their own identities and wear the

the collection has an aura of familiarity (which could be contrib-

designs proudly as a second skin.

uted to the incorporation of hues reminiscent of our childhood wardrobes) and warmth, despite the use of thin fabrics.

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Timeless Photographer & stylist: Maxyme GagnĂŠ Makeup & hair: Mayillah Ezekiel

Models: Ben & Ryon @ Dulcedo Model Management

Turtleneck Simons Shirt Boat People Boutique


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Left:

Right:

Hat Gavoha

Turtleneck Simons

Shirt Lucia F.

Sweater Estelle&Lucille

Jacket Lucia F.

Shoes Lucia F.

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Hats Gavoha Sweater Boat People Shirt Lucia F. Jackets Boutique Lucia F. Pants Simons

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Hat Gavoha

Coat Boat People Boutique

Pants Simons Boots Pendleton


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Left:

Right:

Hat Gavoha

Jacket Boat People Boutique

Sweater Boat People Boutique

Turtleneck Simons

Jacket Lucia F.

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HEYMOONSHAKER By Erika-Elyzabeth Korzer

“[…] If you hang on long enough you get this little glimmer of light, you walk towards it and it starts to open up and all of a sudden you can breathe a full lung of air. Once again, life is reborn, you are refreshed and ready for war once more […]”. – David Crowe (Outremont theatre February 10th) Andrew Balcon and David Crowe form the dynamic duo behind Honeymoonshaker, the only musical group to harmonize beat box and blues, and quite frankly, it is completely fascinating. Just like a breath of fresh air, re-energized and flimsy is how you feel when listening to Noir, their most recent album. “We say we are beat box blues but we’re also adventuring in a bunch of different styles like hard rock or pop and more,” says Andrew about the album. Their music is filled with liveliness, just like their live performances on stage. The duo exudes purely genuine vibes that are as sincere and profound as their tunes. It is clear that Balcon and Crowe complete each other in a very special way. Crowe brings dynamism and a raw feeling to every one of their songs, while Andrew creates depth and soul. The album Noir is studio recorded, making the quality of the sound impeccable. While exploring with different genres, experimenting with other instruments, and collaborating with a multitude of different musicians such as the Montpellier Orchestra, they still managed to keep their fundamental approach to music and unique style that we first came to love. When I asked if they had anything to add, Crowe asked me to “remind people that it’s a good idea to be open-minded especially in these changing times of politics and war […].” Many references to love and personal experiences are made in this album, which were needed to take a step back in order to feel the love and unpretentiousness of this record. In an era where fear grows and where media is systematically dehumanizing our vision of the world, art is what we need to hold on to unite us as one complete whole.

Photographer: Yan Bleney MUA: Isabella Forget

Stylist: Émilie Robidoux

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The Lady in Black By Stephanie Serfaty

Photographer: Ginga Takeshima

I first met Elisa on a warm summer afternoon in Montreal.

Makeup: Ce lica

I was very intrigued by her designs and she was kind enough to introduce me to her little atelier up in Griffintown. The young designer greeted me with a beautiful smile as she led me into her workshop. She was dressed in a slightly oversized, yet structured little black dress that exuded a polished, yet nonchalant vibe. Inside her workshop, numerous sewing patterns could be found beside her desk and several samples of her current collection (which undoubtedly caught my eye). I had seen pictures of her designs online, but was pleasantly surprised when observing the superb quality of each piece in person. Wool, leather, cashmere, cotton, and silk‌ They all appeared to have been made with only the finest of fabrics.

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“I am concerned about consuming local products. So I will

These days, she is presenting her new collection (collection

always produce locally as it is part of who I am. Also, the great

Number 9) which features multifunctional pieces that can be

advantage of producing inland is the control I have over the

worn in a multitude of ways; like her design named “Helmut,”

quality, which is particularly important to me. I will always use

a reversible vest made with wool, cashmere, and lamb leather.

the finest fabrics. ”

“This is a direction I’ve always strived for. To rethink not just how to dress the body, but to rethink the purpose of conven-

But before her business was created in Montreal 8 years ago,

tional pieces of clothing. To make pieces that can be worn in

the 30-year-old designer started her journey in France where

different ways, on or under a coat, reversible, worn in every

she studied Arts. She had many passions back then including

season, these are all things I thought about when designing

sculpture, photography and object design.

this collection.”

“When I began to study in Arts, I wasn’t that passionate about

But whether you look at her past collections or her recent

fashion design at that time, but more into fabric sculpture really.

designs, Elisa’s work has always been consistent throughout

I was most interested in how I could shape fabrics to make the

the years. Her exquisite high-end pieces are both classic and

body beautiful and the idea of sculpting on moving forms.”

contemporary. They feature structured and timeless cuts in conjunction with a minimalist aesthetic and absence of color.

It was only at the age of seventeen that Elisa decided to focus on

I didn’t notice at the time, but soon came to realise that the

the talent in which she felt most productive. Fashion. She was

casual “LBD” she was wearing the first day we met truly

accepted at Esmod, a French private school of fashion located

summed up the essence of the Elisa C-Rossow brand; simple,

in Paris, where she completed her diploma in “Haute Couture”,

yet edgy... chic, yet laid-back.

a 3-year program, in only 2 years. The ambitious designer walks to the beat of her own drum. She makes a point to not follow trends, instead, her collections

Her exquisite high-end pieces are both classic

are purposefully rooted in classic cuts.

and contemporary. They feature structured and timeless cuts in conjunction with a minimalist

“My opinion is trends are here to make money and not to make

aesthetic and absence of color.

people beautiful. I think that people who follow popular tendencies without asking themselves if this particular trend flatters

The young artist has since moved to Montreal where she

their body are sheep. I’m sure that each person can rock their

paved her own career path and created the “Elisa C-Rossow”

own style and it doesn’t have to depend on the actual trends.”

(pronounced Rossov) brand. But her establishment in Montreal

When putting together a collection, she draws inspiration from

was not planned. In fact you could say it was almost accidental.

photography, cinema, paintings, and enriching moments from

“I was supposed to move to London, but one summer I “met”

her daily life. She is not afraid to work long hours in order to

Montreal and literally fell in love with the city... the perfect one

make each piece unique- and her hard work is paying off.

for me. Montreal is simply beautiful, artistic and inspiring…

Some of her designs can now be found at Simons high-end

So I changed my plans and threw London out! “

department. For now, the successful designer is proud of all her achievements and only wishes to pursue her passion even

Today she is grateful to be able to pursue her passion in this

further. With her creativity showing no bounds, we’re sure

metropolitan city, and direct a brand that has now developed

Elisa’s future will be a bright one.

such a strong artistic identity. After eight years in business, Elisa has worked with amazing clients such as Karine Vanasse, Catherine de Sève, Eve Salvail and many more admirable artists, designers and businesswomen.

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Photographer: Michelle GagnĂŠ Makeup: Mariane Caron

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A L- O R Photographer: Stephanie Lou

Assisted by: Damien Thiberge

Set Design: TimothĂŠe Chalazonitis Makeup & Hair: Laetitia Sireix Stylist: Sophie Ostrowska

Models: Jovana @ New madison Paris & Maren @ Ford Models Paris

Romper Clarissa Hieraix



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Left:

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Dress Julyen Carcy

Left dress Gabrielle Rul

White shorts & top Etienne Jeanson

Right Sleeve Dress Theodora Blumkine

Head-piece Etienne Jeanson

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Left white tulle dress Clarisse Hieraix Right white transparent dress Julyen Carcy

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Romper Clarissa Hieraix


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Left:

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Romper Marine Henrion

Skirt Etienne Jeanson

Coat Marine Henrion

Coat Theodora Blumkine

Socks and shoes H&M

Shoes H&M

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Photographer: Michi Schunck

Art direction & production: Karin Postert Stylist: Alina Holz

Makeup & hair: Yasmin Farman

PINK SERENITY

Jumpsuit Black Velvet Circus




Left:

Right:

Shirt Frisur

Dress Louise Friedlaender

Skirt Ambacher VIDIC

Shoes Doc Martens Coat Stylist’s own

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Ring Koshikira

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Skirt Paul & Joe

Blouse Malaika Raiss


Mackenzie Hogan-Lucuik By Marie-Pier Chouinard Scouted only a few months ago by Montage Models, the

clear my mind, relax and refocus on what is important to me.”

c ha r m i ng, sof t-sp oken Ca nad ia n mo del Mac ken z ie

Creating beats gives him the opportunity to develop something

Hogan-Lucuik has been our muse for this issue of Flanelle.

unique that speaks true to his soul.

The laid back model possesses an arresting face with amazing features which initially caught our attention.

Besides being one of the new faces of Montage Models,

With his pouty lips and interesting, bony face structure, he is

Mackenzie has become quite busy recently, acquiring bookings

definitely one to watch out for.

with SSENSE. His social media prescence is also strong, as we can see through his multiple accounts. His page shows a

Mackenzie always had an interest in fashion growing up, and

strong preference for the minimalistic lifestyle, with colorless

the idea of becoming a model had crossed his mind more than

clothes and photos to accompany his overall edgy look.

a few times without knowing how or when it would happen.

When asked what brand he would like to associate himself

When he relocated to Montreal a couple of months ago, he had

with in the future, he replied that ACNE Studio, Prada and

his first photo shoot with some of his friends. At the time,

Paul Smith are three strong names in the fashion industry

he didn’t know how to pose or what to do, something which

that would best fit his brand image. The humble, but highly

has since become second nature to him. “You gain confidence

ambitious, model is looking forward to the future, hoping to

with time and figure what to do”. This photoshoot became the

make his way into more international markets. He demon-

starting point of his career when he published some of the

strated a high interest in discovering the world, traveling to

photos on his Instagram. Julien Pineault of Another Species

all the most sought after destinations and learning everything

scouted him through the platform and subsequently placed the

he can from it. Therefore, moving away far from home isn’t such

new face with Montage Models, and the rest is history. He was

a farfetched idea. Japan and France take the top two spots for

elated about the idea and without even realizing it, the path to

places he would like to visit, as these cities are known for their

his modeling career naturally came into focus.

phenomenal avant-garde sense of fashion. Since he got scouted, the naturally lean model said his body

Sometimes, when I realize I’ve been absorbed in

image was put on the front-end of his priorities and became a

the social sphere for too long, I like to close my

higher concern to him. As he explains: “Being on the spotlight

phone for a few hours. It allows me to clear my

obviously made me more aware of my body, of what I put in it,

mind, relax and refocus on what is important to me.

and of my general health. I started to take greater care of myself, became mostly vegetarian by eating mainly fruits and veggies.”

Initially studying music recording and sound, the young artist eventually left school in order to pursue his modeling career.

With his pristine face, great ambitions and many talents,

As an introvert, music holds an important place in his life since

Mackenzie Hogan-Lucuik is definitely a face to keep track of

it allows him to disconnect from the real world and escape from

in the upcoming years, as his light is just beginning to shine

the omnipresence of social media. As he points out: “Sometimes,

amidst the overly cluttered, nameless faces that populate social

when I realize I’ve been absorbed in the social sphere for too

media and the modeling world as a whole.

long, I like to close my phone for a few hours. It allows me to

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Photography Oumayma B. Tanfous

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Flashing Through I N T H E H E A D O F D AV I D M A R I N O S , VISUAL ARTIST

By Ashley Leiberman With goals of starting a new era in the art world, self-described “young Greek kid”, artist David Morinos, isn’t dreaming small. Using all the resources technology has blessed the new age artist with, Morinos wants to “go beyond people’s expectations of Interactive Visuals and everything in between.” Whether he means to or not, this emerging artist has been causing a commotion since he was in school, getting kicked out of class for overtly vulgar content in his work. He’s admitted to us that getting stirred emotions and creating fights about his work is something he has always done unconsciously; a quality that makes him an apt contender for creative greatness. His more recent work strikes a balance between complex mixed-media

my inspiration comes from my past & moments that have

masterpieces and the power of utilising the stark white walls,

shocked me. Raw imagery, violence, chaos, light, color, flesh,

and just the right lighting to create a dramatic effect. His ability

these are things I love.

to warp the human figure in new and challenging ways left us wanting to know more about what makes this guy tick, so we

What is your creative process like?

asked the artist a couple more questions about his journey in

I try to keep it different every time I start a new project or body

the art world.

of work. It keeps thing interesting. But most of the time I’ll go through a lot of research and exploration before I get to the stage where I start to create. Sometimes I like to go to old bookstores

In today’s reality, so many people are artists,

and flip through old Fashion magazines. Also, I’m always happy

photographers & self proclaimed creative

to go play around with old scanners, printers, & monitors. If the

individuals. The art world is over saturated

digital medium gets boring, I’ll go through big metal scraps,

and chaotic. So the real challenge is to be unique

wood piles, wires, papers & just mix things up with different

as well as always providing powerful work.

objects/textures.

How do you get inspired? What piques your interest?

What medium(s) do you use mostly, and why?

I can get inspired at times by the simplest activities and then at

All types of mediums, but preferably digital and new media.

times I’ll find my inspiration in the most complicated moments

I think exploration in mediums and the unknown is something

I go through. Communication is something that piques my

every great creative should go through. Style and power are

interest, the overall essence of humans communicating with

found in the mistakes of experimentation. Digital media for

each other & the aura of nature around us excites me. In a way

me is the best medium at times, because of my constant travels,

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but when I’m settled somewhere I will go through paint, metal,

be a poet making nations feel emotions and pushing people’s

paper, wires, wood, canvas, and so much more.

lives towards evolution.

What message do you wish to send to the audience? When

Do you ever experience creative blocks?

someone sees your art, what do you hope they will grasp or

Very rarely. The reason I never get into creative blocks is because

enjoy about it?

I set a certain amount of time each day devoted towards my

The message is the viewer’s interpretation, so whatever

craft & ideas. Creating work everyday, whether good or bad is

mindset. What I really want them to see will always fail because

the answer to erasing creative block. If I get bored with doing

each human eye has its own unique vision and dialogue. I like

the same thing I jump to a completely different technique and

to work with a sense of direction where I guide the viewer into

medium. Shocking you’re mindset is important so you don’t

a different perception. Ultimately, I want to shock the viewer

go mad in a way.

and then harmonize them with beauty. Taking over the mind, Is there anything else you’d like to add?

disturbing it & relieving it is one of the many things I look to do.

I’d like to add that I will start selling larger prints and original What do you find to be the most challenging part about being

works. Also, I’m working on a very interesting collaboration

an artist?

with a very talented individual. Other than that I will be doing

Being consistent and being a leader to a wide audience. In today’s

a solo show in the near future and I’ll be doing lots more video/

reality, so many people are artists, photographers & self pro-

film work.

claimed creative individuals. The Art world is over saturated and chaotic. So the real challenge is to be unique as well as always

Relax & stay creative.

providing powerful work. To some extent a great Creative should

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OUT OF THE DARK Photographer: Patrick Jendrusch

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Pullover & Other Stories

Blouse Hien Le

Stylist: Tina Rastegar @ www.blossommanagement.de

Glasses Mykita

Skirt Frisur

Pants COS

Coat Frisur

Photo assistant: Eike Eckold

Makeup & hair: Christiane Buchholz Manicure: Lena Brendle

Model: Josina Monteiro @ seedsmanagement

Shoes Stine Goya Ring Vibe Harsløf



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Top Tim Labenda

Shirt Philomena Zanetti

Pants Fonnesbech

Necklace COS

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Pants Cheap Monday

Jacket Reality Studio

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Life in grey I N T E RV I E W W IT H D I R EC TO R J O D E B

By Erika-Elyzabeth Korzer

As some things can be obscure, they can also enlighten the mind in a way that no simple or superficial ideas can do. In a world where the art industry is constantly striving to excel, artists will never be satisfied enough with a simplistic work of art and will always want more. Humankind in general will never settle for just one thing and wanting more is sadly part of our outlook on life. We will constantly be pushing boundaries and searching for the uncommon until we feel somewhat satisfied. Jonathan Desbiens (JODEB) brilliantly translated this analogy of the “psycho” artist and the perpetual desire to push limits in his latest creation of a short film for the song Life in Grey by Point Point. The filmmaker really made a statement with his storyline in this video clip where a young dance teacher slowly choreographs a hypnotic mass-murder. The teacher’s desire for creating the perfect work of art consumes her so much that she will sacrifice all of her dancers, make one of them become a murderer and watch the performance, which she films to create something new in a completely twisted way. The softness in the video is rather eerie in a good way. The light, the smooth colors and the delicacy of the dance fall perfectly in place to balance or contrast the message and the tragic finale of the story. “To me, it is rather humorous or satirical. Even though the ending is fairly dark, I produced it with a tinge of spoof,” says Jonathan Desbiens. Mainly inspired by performances from Marina Abramović, JODEB unquestionably delivered the idea he wanted to with this presentation. “Many filmmakers think about the look of their story before the story itself. I prefer putting emphasis on an idea, a concept rather than the way it looks,” Desbiens says about the way the video clip was planned out and it definitely shows in the way it is constructed. I wouldn’t want to miss out on his future projects.

To find the short film, simply find online “Point Point - Life in Grey (The Short Film) ”.

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The sisters Photographer: Roxana Enache Stylist: Elena Ionita Hair: Geta Marin

Makeup: Cristian Buca

Models: Landiana & Dariana @ Cleopatra Models

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