FRV ISSUE 4, SPRING 2011
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FRV No 4 Spring 2011
Editor-In-Chief: Pamela Kingston Fashion Director: Zakary le Stele Contributing Writers: Isabella Stockwell Maisie Johnson Camilla Fisher Crouch Carissa Chesanek Mikelle Street Photography editorials: Geoffrey Chuah, Rodney Ray, Kent Marcus, Mireia Grau,Raul Tejero Layout: Pamela Kingston
Special thanks to: Lu Zhang, Mel Eglinton, Connie Giaquinto, Karla Devine, Ingrid, Zakary le Stele, Juliet Jane, Lucy Crawford, Gaelle Secretin, Chadwinn Scott, Lulu, Cutting Hair Studio California,
INSIDEFRV TROPIC THIRST
This issue’s photo editorials are all about exploring - be it diving deep into the ocean clad in Rag & Bone (Underwater Ninja), or lazily relaxing on a sandy beach in sunny Australia (Tropic Thirst). Spring is about discovering the world around you, be that lapping up the serenity during a peaceful wood walk (Ragged Wood) or getting adventurous with your own sense of style and mixing prints, textures and shapes (Red Hot Night), (The Twins).
RED HOT NIGHT
Underwater ninja
Ragged Wood
The twins
The Colour Remix
The Evolution of the suit
Spring Scents
Miu Miu: Prada’s cooler sister Beauty: Pink Pulse
Spring Manicure
Model Dressers Pattern play
Beach Essentials
Beauty: Plum Padam
The Story of Chanel no 5 Transforming beauty
The Colour Remix
The Colour Remix: This season, we have been bombarded with bold colours as we forgo minimalism once and for all. For the past few seasons it seems that in response to the economic depression, designers have been reaching more and more frequently for fabrics in black or, in the rare case white. In September, many found themselves surprised as color popped on runways from New York to Paris, signaling an undercurrent of change. Here we take a second to run through 6 collections that made use of color in their Spring 2011 collections.
Alexander Wang showed a collection for Spring 2011 that shocked the industry. The unofficial king of black showed a collection that was void of the color. Wang’s nomads were clad in white, a seafoam green, and a claylike brown color. The pieces still conveyed the sense of downtown chic and toughness that Wang is also known for, but does so with a purity, and a freshness that hadn’t been found in previous collections.
Alber Ebaz sent down the catwalk a collection of looks for Lanvin Spring 2011 that had more than a few fashion faithfuls stuttering. With colorful frocks that caught the wind beautifully, the glamourous designs presented a certain elegance and urban chicness that is aimed to make any woman feel beautiful and more importantly, like a woman.
Raf Simons took the drama of a couture ruffle, and the simplicity of the t-shirt and combined them to create the Jil Sander Spring 2011 collection. With pieces in a variety of colors(even pops of it showing up in the linings of coats, and on the soles of heels), the collection gives a bit of streamlined couture to the everyday wardrobe.
Prabal Gurung designed a collection for the real American woman for Spring 2011 collection. Color blocked to a T , the collection contained just the right amount of sophistication and class, conveying a femininity that is probably most evident in the full length evening gowns.
Miuccia Prada is known for starting trends that others follow and it seems like she was reading out of the same book that Marc Jacobs was for his Spring 2011 collection. While we didn’t find a Taxi Driver reference as much, although the ful brimmed hats were still present, there was an optimism, and what could even be perceived as a whimsical nature to the pieces. With pieces printed with monkeys and bananas, in a baroque style there was a chaquita bonita mood evoked from the collection. Story: Mikelle Street
The Colour Remix
Alexander Wang Emilio Pucci Marc Jacobs
Fendi
Christian Dior
Jil Sander Erdem Holly Fulton
The Colour Remix
Versace Valentino
Michael Kors
Louis Vuitton
Prada Kenzo Gucci
Topshop Unique
MARC JACOBS Cotton shorts £558 MIU MIU Skinny patent-leather belt €180
PAUL & JOE Jacoue mid-rise straight-leg jeans €212.96
YVES SAINT LAURENT Rock and Baroque nail polish
HEIDI KLEIN Reethi twist one piece swimsuit £175
JIL SANDER Oversized cashmere sweater €1,030
MULBERRY Bayswater patent-leather bag €940
YVES SAINT LAURENT Lobster palais peep toe pumps £500
BRIAN ATWOOD Maniac patent-leather platform pumps €550
BOTTEGA VENETA Washed-cotton shorts €320 Bvlgari Eau Parfumee Green Tea $60
DANNIJO Loma stingray cuff €280 MARC BY MARC JACOBS Cosmo quilted leather shoulder bag €300 ASHISH Sequined silk one-shoulder dress €1,095
VERSACE Modal scarf €215
BURBERRY Studded leather wrap bracelet €197.71
LISA MARIE FERNANDEZ The Olympia bikini €340.74
Pattern Play
Pattern Play: This season, pattern is fearless and fun, with abstract prints and playful patterns becoming the center focus for many designers. Last season may have been dominated by an unabashed amount of minimalism, but for Spring/Summer 2011, colour was on the agenda, and with it, lashings of scrumptious patterns, perfect for evoking a bright, summery mood which is what many collections aimed to do. Prints were abstract and whimsical, using over-the-top colour combinations and high saturations for a tantalizing take on new season brightness.
At London Fashion Week, Peter Pilotto once again showed a print heavy collection. This season, the designer went for cool, almost icy shades of blue in geometric patterns carefully laid out on floor-length dresses with strategic slits placed around the neck and up the legs.
Diane Von Furstenberg’s collection was loaded with Aztec-inspired patterns which were created in colliding pastel shades and earthy tones, topped off with a hot pink lipstick and John Lennon style sunglasses, as well as an array of printed beach bags.
Marc Jacobs had a clear oriental inspiration for the Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2011 collection, with kimono dresses and billowing silks printed with loud leafy prints in clashing colours, paired with Chinese fans and sophisticated clutch bags in hand.
Jean Paul Gaultier 80’s David Bowie hair caused a stir, while his printed pieces were lined with a bright orange and featured shooting stars as well as a variety of stripes. Vivienne Westwood’s tribal goddesses were on a different planet to Gaultier’s rock chicks, wearing loosely structured knee-length dresses with a mixture of nature-inspired prints adorned throughout.
These collections ushered back in all that is fun about fashion - minimalism may have been a change from the overly indulgent embellishment and decoration from seasons past, but nothing can beat being truly adventurous and exploring how print can turn an otherwise simple garment in to something other worldly.
Pattern Play
Peter Pilotto Alexander McQueen Diane Von Furstenberg
Vivienne Westwood
Rodarte Louis Vuitton Jean Paul Gauliter
Miu Miu
Pattern Play
ROSA CHÁ Ruched printed swimsuit €341
TUCKER Printed silk harem pants €304
DIANE VON FURSTENBERG Lauriston tiered ruffle silk-chiffon dress €515 LANVIN Punk lizard and python cuff €686.55
JIMMY CHOO Scarlet Large printed tote €550
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Lace pumps €662
MISSONI Alyssa beaded crochet-knit dress €3,950
New Season Accessories
New Season Accessories What makes our hit list this season? Our fingers may have turned a shade of blue with the winter cold, but it’s time to have our hearts warmed with the hottest tropical accessories to grace the catwalks this Spring/Summer,
With SS11 being filled with a paintbox of colour, it’s certainly not the season for the shrinking violet, with luscious fruity and honeysuckle hues set to be the flavor of the season.
Perhaps the most scrumptious of the collections is by Christian Dior, whose collection of tropical shoes, bags and jewellery means Galliano certainly rules the roost when it comes to beautiful colour-clashing. With a hot orange and Sex on the Beach palette, some of Dior’s boldest heeled sandals will leave you craving cocktails and a sandy beach. Emblazoned with fierytangerine feathers and bows, and decorated with orange leopard print, these sandals don’t need a spotlight to get noticed. Accessorizing the shoes - let’s face it, these shoes are the outfit, not the accessories - with tomato red luscious lips and topaz green eye shimmer adding a distinct vintage feel to an otherwise Caribbean collection.
And as if the orange leopard print heels weren’t enough to reawaken our love for paradise, Dior treated us to a collection of tropical-cum-tribal statement necklaces in a rainbow of fuchsia and hot pinks destined only for the hottest of wardrobes.
Challenging Dior to the boldest accessory award was Fenton, whose tasty Licorice Allsorts-styled necklace is sure to attract a sweet tooth or too. Inspired by interiors, Dana Lorenz contrasted bold pinks and sunshine yellows with black to really draw attention to the bullet necklaces. And, such accessories are always going to get you noticed for all the right reasons.
Furthering the trend of colour clashing, Prada produced wedged heels to be reckoned with, embracing an unusual colour combinationgreen and black wasp stripes placed next to a pink and white heel. More wedged sandals were seen in Pierre Hardy’s collection, where the vivacity is shown on the straps, and at Balenciaga who took a more 1960’s colour block angle on the trend.
If one colour is enough to keep you on your toes, then you may want to splash out on a bag from Burak Uyan in a road-line yellow, or get ahead of the trendsetters with a eclectic mix of bold clutch bags from Hermes.
Of course bright trends are not for the faint-hearted, but a splash of colour can liven up any outfit and look great with a summer tan. It also makes them hard to lose, so you can adorn yourself with new accessories at the beach without the worry of losing them in the sand. Perfect. Story: Isabella Stockwell
The Accessories
AURELIE BIDERMANN bracelets
BURBERRY Studded leather bangle €292.06 DIOR bright two-tone bag
MARNI Rope and chain multi-strand necklace €371
BALENCIAGA sunglasses
LANVIN brooches
PIERRE HARDY leather tote
BALENCIAGA colour block heels
BALENCIAGA houndstooth print bag
TOM BINNS
The Accessories
double strand bracelet EUR 790
DRIES VAN NOTEN embroidered heels
PROENZA SCHOULER PS1 Keep All leather and straw bag
DIOR feather necklace
€890
LOUIS VUITTON retro clutch
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA wooden block ring EUR 65
MIU MIU leopard print clog heel
PIERRE HARDY bright wedges
CHRISTIAN DIOR LOUIS VUITTON
RODARTE
PRADA
YVES SAINT LAURENT Gipsy suede block sandals €595
PROENZA SCHOULER Opal-embellished climbing rope necklace €475
MOSCHINO Polka-dot silk shorts €426
MIU MIU Round-frame acetate sunglasses €164.28
BEACH FRV’S GUIDE TO SPRING ESSENTIALS There is more to packing for a day at the beach than sunscreen and sunglasses - Summer is the perfect time to get experimental with tropical patterns, bright colours and a variety of complimenting accessories that will bring a zing to any beach bound ensemble.
Beach Essentials
DIANE VON FURSTENBERG Bash leopard print swimsuit €200
GUCCI Straw sunhat €231
VIONNET Floral-print silk-georgette skirt €780
CHLOÉ Suede wrap sandals €475
SMYTHSON Crocodile-effect leather glasses case €128
ILLAMASQUA Nail Varnish, $14
MARC JACOBS Wool-blend tweed shorts €500
LEE ANGEL Chantal embellished opal drop earrings €146
Beach Essentials
SELIMA OPTIQUE Zazou oval-frame acetate sunglasses €250
ROSA CHÁ Printed bandeau bikini top €134
CLINIQUE SUN SPF 50 Body Cream, $21
ROSA CHÁ Printed bikini briefs €128
VANESSA BRUNO ATHÉ Floral-print silk-chiffon skirt €225
JIL SANDER Market acetate bag €110
MOSCHINO Slogan-print silk T-shirt €469
PROENZA SCHOULER Tasseled leather slingbacks €570
SPRING SCENTS FRV’S GUIDE TO SPRING
COMME DES GARÇONS Wonderwood “Merry Happy Crazy Colour” Eau de Parfum €67
Springtime requires a new scent to reflect the changes in nature - blossoming wild flowers and musky Spring evenings can be captured with a lively, fresh fragrance here is some of FRV’s top Spring scent picks.
Spring Scents
MARC JACOBS Splash Perfume €68
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA (untitled) Eau de Parfum €82
JULIETTE HAS A GUN “Citizen Queen” Bag Roll-on €65 LANVIN “Jeanne Lanvin” Eau de parfum €52
MILLER HARRIS Eau parfumée “Citron Citron” €110
ESCENTRIC MOLECULES Escentric 01 Eau de Toilette 100ml €105
SPRINGFRV’SSAVERS GUIDE TO SPRING ASOS Leather Portfolio Clutch £55.00
Spring dressing doesn’t require a big budget - just look to the high street for high-end alternatives. ASOS and Topshop have delivered their usual take on trends with pretty prints, mouthwatering pastel shades and luxurious leather, the high-street has you covered.
Topshop Jade Exposed Zip Back Vest £28.00 Topshop Leopard Print Scallop Hem Silk Shorts By Boutuique £55.00
French Connection Jules Chunky Platform Heeled Sandals £130.00
Whistles Long Wrap And Cord Cube Bracelet £25.00
Le Specs Angular Symphony Gold Sunglasses £55.00
Cambridge Satchel Company 14” Satchel £100.00
Topshop Yellow Short Sleeve Tuck Shift Dress £46.00
Talullah Tu Fabric Jewel Earrings (+) FROM £19.00
Sam Edelman Wyn Platform Wedge Shoes £170.00
Topshop Camel Felt Plaited Trim Unstructured Hat £25.00
PROENZA SCHOULER PS1 medium linen satchel €1,150 PETER JENSEN Angela bag €224
YVES SAINT LAURENT ‘Chyc’ bag €895
NEWBARK Two-tone leather tote €660
CALABRESE Roll up canvas bag € 139
CHLOÉ Billie Large leather tote €1,295 REED KRAKOFF Inside Out leather tote €1,929
Duotone Totes
From Fendi to Celine, designers are getting exotic when it comes to adorning their accessories with bright colours, opting for contrasting two-tone bags in a mix of muted shades and acid brights as well as cool pastels. FENDI ‘Twin’ bag €1250
TROPIC THIRST FRV photographer Geoffrey Chuah captures a serine sunny day on the sandy Bundeena beach, South Sydney, Australia. Models Karla & Ingrid lounge in the blissful heat in swimwear by rising labels such as Baku and Ginja. PHOTOGRAPHER: GEOFFREY CHUAH WWW.GCPHOTOGRAPHY.NET STYLIST: MEL EGLINTON MAKE-UP AND HAIR: CONNIE GIAQUINTO MODELS: KARLA DEVINE AND INGRID BOTH AT CHADWICK MODELS
THIS IS GENEVIEVE Swimsuit MIMCO silver Necklace
TIGHT TIGERS Sleeveless sequin hooded top GINJA Bikini
TIGHT TIGERS White Swimsuit
GINJA Patterned bikini
BAKU stripe frill bikini
THIS IS GENEVIEVE Swimsuit
THIS IS GENEVIEVE Floral print frill bikini
Backstage at: Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture Punkish hair? Check. Sci-Fi sunglasses? Double check. Jean Paul Gaultier’s Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2011 showing fused futuristic ideas with pure sex, creating figure-hugging, flesh-flashing dresses and studded leather jackets which have been completed with mohawks and overthe-top headpieces. Backstage before the show, models show how much fun these designs can be, posing and pouting for the camera.
Backstage at JPG
Backstage at JPG
The Twins With Photography by
RODNEY RAY Rodneyrayphotography.com Producer:
LU ZHANG
Makeup Artist: JULIET JANE & LUCY CRAWFORD Hair Stylist: GAELLE SECRETIN & CHADWINN SCOTT Stylist: DEANNA RICHMOND & ELAINE LUNA (assisted by: JORGE) Model: LULU at SMG Models Studio Provided by Cutting Hair Studio California
Lulu wears: crisp white shirt by Seneca Rising, Velvet blue shorts by Winter Kate (as designed by Nicole Richie), leopard print coat by Free People, patent ankle boots by Pelle Moda
fur by Black Moth
faux fur coat by East 5th, black leather heels by Jeffrey Campbell, leopard print bag by Elizabeth Laine
black mohair sweater by Sonia Rykiel, wooden heels by Lyendecker
This page: bikini top by Crochet Fashion, black minidress with leopard print inserts by Louver by Louis Verdad, leopard print peep-toe wedges by Louver by Louis Verdad Opposite page: Mermaid Jumpsuit & fur gilet by Black Moth
This page: fuzzy vest by Juicy Couture, hotpants by Cydney Morris, wedged black boots by Mini Mart Opposite page: bodycon cage skirt by Black Moth
the evolution of the suit
The suit. His Armour. Her presence. The lone ensemble of apparel, that to this day remains ones most treasured choice of uniform. A striking cut, that classic colour palette, forever to be deemed, a gem in a stone collection. The evolution of the smoking suit derives from the early days of the seventeenth century; the name originating from the Latin tongue, evidently meaning ‘following’. It’s with the nature of the outfit that suggests the title’s relevance; the component garments, consisting of a waistcoat, jacket and trouser, follow one another in an equal colour and form. The suit has developed throughout the centuries; from the formality and precision prevalent throughout Victorian era tailoring to the 21st century’s relaxing of rules. Remembering the 1950’s mischievous Teddy Boy, Suggs’ 1980’s Rude Boy culture and Chanel’s androgynous revolution, it is clear to note that these three significant eras in fashion are marinated in the fundamental charm of the suit.
lowing women to express elegance and class in an understated manner; leaving their rigid corsets and extravagant hats in the closet! Leading on to a later pastime, 1982, the arrival of the musica act Madness furthered the suit’s popularity; the mod-influenced style consisted of a Fred Perry shirt, turn-up trouser, black blazer and Doc Marten shoe; therefore transforming Sinatra’s classic arrangement into a forever progressing statement. The suit captures a charismatically persisting nature within fashion’s storyline, so 2011’s Spring collections has delivered nothing less than the expected inclusion of the beloved outfit. Embarking on the reliable ensemble, delectable designs for the blossoming season have illustrated a fresh, contemporary character in the suit for her. Eminent la-
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such as Louis Vuitton, ADAM, Jason Akris, Hermes, and Stella McCarthave all injected their individual palon the archetypal trend. From flow-
The suit captures a charismatically persisting nature within fashion’s storyline American prize icon, Frank Sinatra, was a man notorious for his irrefutable sense of panache; the iconic 50’s Teddy Boy. He embodied every ounce of what the fashion demanded; a crisp-cut trouser, white collar shirt, darling bow tie, sharp blazer and of course, that infamous pork pie hat. With an aura of power and honour oozing out of every tie and trouser partnership, the suit began to welcome an image of variety and edge. To reach a fresh angle on traditions and pave the way for a novel creation, the female suit was introduced. Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel, the unconventional artist in cloth, shaped a fashion revolution. Women were finally offered the opportunity, the freedom to experiment; that sprinkle of androgyny in Chanel’s craftsmanship opened the eyes of the introverted woman. Her no frills policy came to compliment the alternative fashion body, al-
ing flares, to safari detail, to a structured short; 2011 furnishes a new age on historical traditions, focusing on colour, print and pant. Consequently, distinct from any other fickle trend; the suit, an outfit like no other; is the one slice of fashion that has never, and will never, loose its mojo. Story: Maisie Johnson
The Past
Helmut Newton captures Katherine Hepburn dons Yves Saint Laurent’s unforgettable slouchy masculine tailoring in a two-piece suit Smoking Suit
Hermes
Adam
The Present
Yves Saint Laurent’s famous Smoking Suit creation on display
Stella McCartney Louis Vuitton
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The story of Chanel n 5
o Behind one of the greatest fragrances of all time, and how it maintained its elegance. The timeless scent of power and femininity. There can only be one: Chanel No. 5. This legendary fragrance was the first perfume that Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel launched back in 1921 and is still the best selling fragrance by the powerful fashion house today. The name itself is legendary, used generation after generation. Every little girl splashes a few drops of her mother’s bottle on her neck and hopes to someday be the woman who wears such a confident scent.
In 1921, Chanel worked with perfumer Ernest Beaux to find a scent that was unique, reflecting something similar to her own eccentric personality. She made it clear that she did not want this perfume to be just any other floral scented eau de toilette on the market, but offer something more, something modern. The overall mixture is a mix of vanilla and sandalwood, Ylang-Ylang and May Rose bringing out a distinct scent that was capable of clearly making a name for itself.
Over the years we have seen some of Hollywood greats celebrate Chanel No. 5. In the fifties the pop art icon Andy Warhol created a series of silkscreens of the acclaimed perfume bottle while Marilyn Monroe made it clear she was a fan of the luxury perfume by stating the only thing she wore to bed was Chanel No. 5. Today it’s still one of the greatest selling fragrances, now being sold in refills and body lotions. It’s clear that nobody really knows what the modern woman wants more than Coco herself. Story: Carissa Chesanek
UNDERWATER NINJA A dive into the deep ocean uncovers a playful fighter beneath the surface, with a melody of printed, spirited designs by RAG&BONE.
With photography by Kent Marcus Models: April Carasco, Jacqualine De Plessis, Michaela Davis-Meehan Hair: Larissa Filewood MUA: Karl Henrickson Assistants: Dell Lawerence, Levi Gardner, Brad Hoffman Dive Assistant: Daniel Atkins
Clothing by: RAG&BONE
The Rise of:
DAPHNE
This 16-year-old Dutch model is ruling the runway.
Dutch model Daphne Groeneveld may only be 16-years-old, but her startling wide eyes and constantly pouting lips have transfixed the fashion world. She was discovered while out shopping with her mother, and things quickly changed for the soon-to-be model. Adapting quickly to the fast-paced fashion world, she first made an appearance in Autumn/Winter 2010, when she was selected to appear in a campaign for Italian label Miu Miu, who are known for kick starting many new models careers. After this, she was again seen the following season - she walked for labels such as Jil Sander, Gucci and Calvin Klein. She has since appeared in Vogue Paris on numerous occasions, her first appearance in September 2010, the same month she also appeared in Interview magazine for the first time. This fashion week season (Autumn/ Winter 2011) saw the model take to the catwalk for a huge range of designers, notably, she was spotted at Givenchy, Chanel, ChloĂŠ, Fendi and Gucci, as well as many more. She was also selected to open and close many shows, an honor which is usually bestowed upon the rising stars of the season.
Backstage at Jil Sander
This marks just the start of Daphne’s career. She is currently still working on her education, but she will continue to shine as her modelling career continues to burgeon.
Fendi
RISE: 5 FACES TO WATCH
Fashion is reshuffling its cards: with a new wave of fresh individuals lighting up the fashion world, the face of fashion is getting a revamp. These are the faces and names that will influence fashion in the near future - designers, models and rising magazine editors. FRV writer Isabella Stockwell discovers who and why.
Burak Uyan Every woman loves a man who understands two things; that they want comfort, but not at the price of elegance, so it’s no surprise that German shoe designer Burak Uyan is taking shoelovers hearts by storm. With a firm belief that five inch heels should be no less awkward to walk in than a pair of flats, Uyan has used his expertise from working with Givenchy and Giambattista Vall to form his debut solo line. And giving that he showcased the collection at the Capella Hotel in Singapore, the inspiration of Eva Hilds sculptures takes no surprise. Architectural is certainly a word that can easily describe the aesthetics of the shoes he makes, making shoes less of a shoe, and more of a sculpture. Block fabrics and stark colours are no strangers to Burak’s designs, and his use of differing textures certainly leaves us anticipating his next collection.
Emmanuelle Alt With a new sense of power, can come a new array of enemies, as the newly appointed Editor In Chief of Vogue Paris Emmanuelle Alt is sure to be finding out. Famed for her immense styling skills and ability to race her way through a fashion career at French Vogue, Emmanuelle took over Carine Roitfeld’s position in early February. Appointed due to her meticulous eye for fashion and ability to keep the ethos of Vogue Paris alive, Emmanuelle is to add a small dose of rock’n’roll to the publication, but at the same time keeping Vogue just how fashion lovers want it. Lagerfeld has publically announced his weariness of Alt’s ability to fulfill the role, stating that she may not have enough style for the magazine, and confiding that Anna Wintour certainly isn’t a fan. However, as she bagged the role as Fashion Director of Elle at the mere age of twenty, it’s almost a dead cert that she will bring a new sense of vigor to the magazine, and with her first cover in charge being of Gisele Bundchen, we are frankly, quite excited.
Cara Delevingne It’s almost written in the stars that the little sister of model-beauty Poppy Delevingne is going to be successful, so it came as no surprise to see her appointed as the new face of Burberry Prorsum. Replacing fresh-faced Emma Watson, Cara has wowed the fashion world with her stark looks and warm personality, and of course, her most fashionable accessory of all, her eyebrows. Having appeared in Italian Vogue before she had even hit eighteen, the 5”8 model has been listed as ‘one to watch’ by Vogue’s Sarah Doukas, has appeared in a music video for Bryan Ferry and is even dibbed to be creating her own record. Her debut Burberry campaign shot by photography genius Mario Testino, is sure to add to her ever-growing portfolio as she models alongside Jacob Young on a rocky shore, revealing dazzling accessories that can only match her beauty. In terms of ones to watch, we certainly won’t be taking our eyes off of Cara Delevingne any time soon.
Nasir Mazhar If hats make your outfit, then look no further than milliner Nasir Mazhar, a London based designer who continually wows with his sense of spec-hat-cular design. Recognised for his box peak caps, Mazhar has gained extensive experience from his extensive career. Whether it be from his starting point of hairdressing for top models, to designing for Kylie Minogue and the National Theatre, Mazhar has never failed to impress. In fact he impressed Lady Gaga so much, she has worn his orbital hat on two separate occasions, once for The Ellen Show and most recently in an editorial for V Magazine. His hats steal from nature, turning a simple piece of wood or feather into a remarkable piece of head-artwork. If you’re a fan of the races, this is definitely the man to invest in.
Oscar Olima Oscar Olima is most definitely for the lover of strong identities and outspoken fashion, so it’s no wonder he helped Nicola Formichetti design the costumes for Lady Gaga’s Monster Ball tour. And having attended, they are certainly memorable for all the right reasons. Inspired by Bjork and Grace Jones, Olima’s designs don’t go unnoticed. In fact, he has even designed for Beyonce, showing just how much of a hit he is with the strong, independent stars. Olima began his career working from home, creating masterpieces for the red carpet and fashion editorials. The style cuts to the core of edgy modernity, synchronizing a combination of unique fabrics with distinct architectural shape, to produce different and alluring outfits. Lady Gaga’s New Years Eve dress says it all; a metallic ice queen dress, fit for only the Queen of modern fashion, and designed by the man we can expect to be seeing a lot more from in 2011.
DANA WEARS: ZARA oversized pocket scarf HAKEI red belt ZARA crocodile heels TEZENIS underwear
Red Hot Night Combining bright colours with this season’s minimalism, MIREIA GRAU photographs an ambient evening of cocktail drinking and relaxing while model Dana Fischer flaunts a mix of prints and colours which perfectly reflect a fresh Spring mood. From tailored blazers to slouchy knits, unique, attention-grabbing silhouettes are where it’s at. Photography by Mireia Grau (www.mireiagrau.com) Photo Assistant: Javi Fernandez (www.dardophotography.com) Fashion editor: Anna Castán Styling assistant: Marco Garcia Model: Dana Fischer @ View Management Hair and makeup: Adrián Ruiz Atrezzo: Amanda León Thanks: Muy Mucho and Marina Puigventós
CUIRTURE mustard leather fringe jacket H&M geometric necklace trousers stylist’s own vintage platform heels
BIMBA & LOLA emerald necklace, vintage gold chains
COS architectural brown dress H&M selection of bracelets H&M earrings
BIMBA & LOLA emerald necklace BIMBA & LOLA geometric bracelet CUIRTURE yellow shorts vintage gold chains
ZARA oversized pocket scarf HAKEI red belt ZARA crocodile heels TEZENIS underwear
CUIRTURE shrunken mauve blazer SOMAVILLA SELIM tie-dye print leggings ZARA crocodile heels UTERQ端E oversized necklace
The Story Behind Fashion’s Quirkiest Label
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hat is it about Miu Miu? Although created by Miuccia Prada in 1992, it was from the get-go far from being just another fashion label’s diffusion line. Quickly, Miu Miu spread across the world, opening boutiques in Hong Kong, Kuwait, Melbourne and Hawaii. Now, it is one of the pinnacles of Paris Fashion Week, often leaving other labels in the shadows as it steals the show with creations that seemingly shun convention and trends. Prada, as a label has often perhaps restricted Miuccia to being commercial. It has restrained her by almost forcing her to design pieces that people can envision themselves wearing - simple, feminine and original. Miu Miu on the other hand, is the label where she can dive deep into her thoughts - unleashing memories, fantasies and dreams to create whimsical, colourful and unique creations that often leave the fashion world gasping for breath - where do her ideas come from?
Miu Miu seemingly shuns trends, standing alone as a sort of off-beat sister to Prada. With celebrity ambassadors that include Kirsten Dunst, Lindsay Lohan and Vanessa Paradis, it is clear that Miu Miu play up the omnipresent in-yourface attitude that is not so apparent with the Prada line. It flirts with patterns, shapes and cultural references - adorning clothing with vintage style polka-dots, girly bows, acid-bright colours and even swallow & cat patterns.
Miu Miu perhaps allows Miuccia to set free her childish desires and playfulness to create a frisky blend of havoc, while Prada remains her place to create something for the sophisticated women she is still fascinated with designing for. After the unveiling of the Prada Autumn/Winter 2011 collection she said: “I’m curious about women, I want to challenge their passion.” And Perhaps Miu Miu challenges us in some other way. Calling us to be playful, to be childish and embrace all that is fantastical not just about clothing, but with everything around us.
Au Revoir Carine FRV says goodbye to the iconic editor
It was the Executive Fashion Director of American Vogue, Candy Pratts Price, that once said that September is the January in Fashion. Dubbed as the month which kickstarts the new year of fashion, September heralds the departure of the old and welcoming of the new. However it appears that in 2011 January has regained its pole position as the primary month of the Fashion World-fleetingly perhaps-as the winds of change have blown. For, it is after a decade at the Paris Vogue helm that Carine Roitfeld has stepped down as Editor-in-Chief.
When Roitfeld became Editor-in-Chief in 2001, Vogue Paris barely resembled its future self. Carine’s predecessor Joan Juliet Buck had neglected the fashion dimension which now constitutes the Glossy’s crux, instead favouring text and journalism. As a mogul of mode, Roifeld is attributed with pumping the publication with vital doses of fashion.
Although the existing status-quo posed a hindrance to the Directrice - “a lot of photographers didn’t want to work for the magazine” – ten years of Carine’s craft has culminated to an accomplished, complete chalice-she thinks “the best team is [at Paris Vogue] now” - which Roitfeld can proudly pass on to her Successor Emmanuelle Alt.
Au Revoir Carine
Carine was an Editor-in-Chief that didn’t push the boundaries, but banished them into the stratosphere. When accrediting her “amazing boss” Jonathan Newhouse, Chairman of Condé Nast International for facilitating her to “do such crazy things”, Roitfeld picks out the time she put “a black transsexual with a beard and high heels on the [November 2007] cover”. However, it is hinted that it was the curbing of her creative liberty that was responsible for her resignation, “In the last [period] I got less freedom that I got before, so I think it was just the right time for me to leave”. It is a return to the conventional which Roitfeld believes is just what the French President of Condé Nast France Xavier Romatet ordered. With Carine being adverse to the mundane- “I’ve always been provocative”a reversion to something “more easy for everyone” would undoubtedly constrain Carine’s raw, outlandish creativity which once controlled, thus diluted loses its original appeal.
Undeniably, Roitfeld’s vision rendered Paris Vogue a prophetic publication. Through Carine nurturing unknown talent; getting behind them and having belief in their ability, the fashion heavyweights of the future were born. Vogue Paris knew these people were stars before they knew it themselves. Lara Stone is one such muse who is of Vogue Paris fame. Riccardo Tisci said “Oh, you have to look at that girl, she’s amazing”. Carine “believed [Tisci] and [she] booked her, and after that I booked her for each issue. She was the cover of my special anniversary issue, the cover of the February issue. [She] gave her eight or nine covers, and now she’s one of the biggest stars”.
In an industry which is reliant on advertising to fund their magazines, Carine was a refreshing influence who although recognized that advertisers are becoming “more and more powerful”, she didn’t feel “forced to photograph something” for the sake of it. Roitfeld’s last offering, the March issue is devoid of advertisers, is “dedicated to young designers…just young designers”, ensuring a purity to the publication which is exempt from endorsed, controlled editorials.
“She put a black transsexual with a beard and high heels on the cover”. Jonathan Newhouse, CEO of Condé Nast International says “It is impossible to overstate Carine’s powerful contribution to Vogue and to the fields of fashion and magazine publishing. Under her direction, Vogue Paris received record levels of circulation and advertising and editorial success. Carine will be deeply missed. I am extremely grateful to her for what she has achieved.”
The future of the French fashion Institution that is Paris Vogue is yet unknown, but perhaps Emmanuelle Alt will steer the magazine in a less provocative, abstract way which was Carine’s signature.
The absence of Roitfeld will certainly be felt.
Story: Camilla Fisher Crouch
Ragged Wood Relax with a mix of mood enhancing, easy-to-wear pieces this Spring. Cool and calm with a wild edge, make it your own with floppy hats, fringe and casual denim. With photography by RAUL TEJERO Model: YOLANDA (@view) Fashion editor: PATRICIA MARTÍN Makeup and hair: CARMINA CAMPS Photo Assistant: DAVID MARTÍNEZ Camera & Editor: ROGER MARTÍ
Yolanda Wears: Portobello Fedora Angela Bang fringe and leggings
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This Page: Asos Headband Angela Bang fringe necklace H&M black triange bra Gori De Palma cropped denim shorts
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Calcedonia Tights
H&m black jumpsuit H&m animal print jewel neck MiuMiu Clogs Calcedonia Ankle socks
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Tag Me biker leather jacket Gori de Palma printed t-shirt H&M duo-tone maxi-skirt Givenchy Heels
Model Dressers
The uniquely stylish models who have become known for their dress-sense What’s worn on the streets is becoming almost as important as what’s worn on the catwalk, and the leaders of this style savvy movement happen to be a handful of models who are turning the cobbled Parisian streets in to a catwalk show of their own. Some of these faces have become known not just for their towering stature and looks - these beauties are also quickly becoming style icons, each with their own unique and original spin on street cool. FRV have put together a guide to model dressing, inspired by a mix of recent street style outfits which range from elegant to bohemian.
Lara Stone
MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC Contrast-stripe knitted cotton top €243
PROENZA SCHOULER Baja striped tweed wrap skirt €535
GUCCI Studded leather sandals €595
3.1 PHILLIP LIM K.C. leather satchel €795
BURBERRY PRORSUM Quilted leather biker jacket €2,795
ALEXANDER WANG Diego leather bucket bag €825
RAG & BONE Lace-up cotton-jersey skinny pants €445
SEE BY CHLOÉ Derby lace-up leather boots €345
Freja Beha Ericshen
RAG & BONE Hayle mohair-blend cropped sweater €615
A.P.C. Cotton-sateen shorts €125
BURBERRY Printed modal and silk-blend scarf €350
EMILIO PUCCI Fringed suede ankle boots €890
Sara Blomqvist
J.CREW Silk shirt €71
JAMES PERSE Stretch French terry maxi skirt €220
PROENZA SCHOULER PS11 Small leather satchel €1,465
RAY-BAN Wayfarer acetate sunglasses €158
MICHAEL KORS Leather multi-strand waist belt €545
Frida Gustavsson
Abbey Lee Kershaw HALSTON HERITAGE Striped faux-fur coat €779
TIBI Silk-charmeuse abstract-print dress €499
THOMAS WYLDE Buckled leather boots €1,650
NANCY GONZALEZ Crocodile-trimmed python bag €3,430
Spring Beauty Must-know beauty trends Catwalk beauty transfromations Spring manciure direct from the catwalk
Black Pearl
Essie
Nails Inc. Pop Beauty
Chanel ‘Le Vernis’
Christian Dior
Gucci
Chanel
Spring Manicure
Nail Glam
Seven Dials nail polish € 16.50
One of A Kind $8.00
Violetta $10.00
Ulta
Coordinating or contrasting your nails with your outfit is a must this season - seen at Chanel, Gucci and Christian Dior, it was clear that perfectly manicured nails in statement colours completed each delectable look. At Chanel, we had a first look at their newest nail polish, Black Pearl. This was shown off by models who held neutral embellished mini-clutches. At Gucci, models wore bright red lips which coordinated perfectly with their pillarbox red nail polish. At Dior, individual colours were used on eyes, lips and nails for a striking effect which put a firm focus on colour. Get a catwalk-worthy manicure with the polishes we’ve selected.
Revlon Top Speed Nail Enamel ‘Electric’ $5.99
Glitter Salon Formula Nail Laquer $2.99 - $5.00
Christian Dior
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1.Nars Blush $27, 2. Givenchy Printed Lips Tinted Look Lip Stainer $24.50, 3. Essie Nail Polish in Status Symbol $8.00 4. LA Splash Diamond Dust in Tampered $6.99 5. Benefit Cosmetics Liquid Benetint $28.00 6. Yves Saint Laurent Fard A Levres Rouge Pur Pure Lipstick, $30. 7. Smashbox The Nude Lip Liner $16.00 8. Bare Escentuals bare Minerals Blush $18.00
Givenchy
Louis Vuitton
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5. Adapting a vampier look, models at Yves Saint Laurent, Louis Vuitton and Givenchy showed off shades of purple and mauve on their lips and eyes. The darker plum shades were mixed with chocolate browns and deep bronze shades for a golden glow that gives spring a darker, rich spin.
3. 1. Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm $15, 2. Urban Decay Lip Junkie Lip Gloss$19.00, 3. Butter London HRH Nail Lacquer $14.00 4. Yves Saint Laurent Ombres Lumieres 5 Colour Harmony For Eyes - 2 Indian Pink, $56 5. Guerlain Terracotta Bronzing Powder, $47 6. Dior Crayon Eyeliner $28 7. Tarte Cosmetics ReCreate Foundation $37.00
Chanel
John Galliano
Junya Watanabe
Transforming Beauty
From candy-floss orange hair at John Galliano, to the eerie models at Junya Watanabe who wore a range of neon wigs while stockings covered their faces - Spring/Summer 2011 brought with it a mix of beauty looks, some more conventional than others. Makeup artists and hairstylists not only worked to achieve the designer’s vision, but also transformed the meaning of beauty by achieving something original and visually stunning.
Marc Jacobs
Louis Vuitton
Jean Paul Gaultier
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