@Suzanne_Maria1 Suzanne Maria Designs suzanne_maria@yahoo.co.uk
Contributors - PR Manager, Creator and Publisher Gill Crouch crouchgillian@yahoo.com uk.linkedin.com/pub/gill-crouch/76/185/300/
Editorial
- Hair & Make-up Artist Hannah Cox hannahcox_13@hotmail.com @hanbea_makeup - Model Paige Hiley paige_hiley@hotmail.com
Hair Features
- Hair & Make-up Artist Eliz Hakki eliz_hakki@hotmail.co.uk @elizmua - Models Daisy Churchward daisychurchward@live.com Victoria Lamb lamb_v@ymail.com
Meet the Designer
Suzanne Maria Rennie Known as Suzie to her friends, Suzanne Maria Rennie is an upcoming designer currently based in Southampton. Originally from Chorleywood in Hertfordshire, Suzie is a down to earth girl with Christian values and a strong work ethic. Suzie has followed fashion throughout her life; with an emphases on design. This lead to her attendance at Southampton Solent University to study Ba Fashion Design; where she has extended and defined her skills. While at University Suzie worked on a live brief for Ted Baker. Her design was chosen as one of seven designers to be presented at Ted Baker’s head office in London. This was a huge honour for Suzie as she faced competition from fifty other designers at her university alone. Suzie’s graduate collection showcases her interests and beliefs along with strong elements of structure and tayloring. ‘Who Am I’ outlines the brands direction and values; making it the perfect opening debut.
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Who Am I? Limited Edition
Nature and religion has truly inspired the ‘Who Am I?’ collection from Suzanne Maria and transported the sophisticated woman into a microcosm of structured elegance. Thematic elements are both pronounced and distorted from the underlying motif of nature and religion from Suzie’s own perspective, with a combination of neutral colours and luxurious fabrics creating sleek silhouettes and unexpected forms. Soft tones of brown and grey streamline the female form while representing the natural palette of nature. This, coupled with the use of leather and hop-sack, emphasises the beauty of natural materials creating a timeless and refined image for the collection. Injections of print transport one’s mind into the wilderness while texture and shredded fabric replicate the ever changing environment of the world we live in. The soft lines of a dove’s wings are evident through the use of structure and shredding, representing the traditional Christian symbol for peace. Suzanne Maria is defined by the image of a Stag, the symbol for rejuvenation and rebirth. The brand encaptures Suzie’s values and beliefs, which are elegantly portrayed throughout this her first collection. Who Am I? is a sophisticated and wearable introduction to the brand, outlining the future direction of Suzanne Maria. Who Am I? consists of six complete outfits with wearable garments for all occasions. Named after spiritual animals associated with Christianity, each look has its own identity and unique story to tell. . . .
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The butterfly denotes renewal, rejuvenation and a transformation of spirituality. In Asia the butterfly represents young womanhood, long life and beauty. . . . The Top Printed hop-sack and shredded, ecru, pig-skin leather . . .
The Skirt Shredded ecru pig-skin leather . . .
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The fish is an early symbol of Christianity and Christian principles. Multicoloured fish represent joy and peace within your spiritual life. . . . The Top Shredded taupe pig-skin leather . . .
The Trousers Printed hop-sack and knitted cotton . . .
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The lamb often has reference to Jesus Christ or God. In the Bible John the Baptist refers to Jesus as the lamb of God. . . .
The Dress Printed bamboo silk with ecru pig-skin leather . . .
Styling with Suzanne The Suzanne Maria woman is confident, sassy and feminine. Here are a couple of looks to suit every woman whether you have long or short hair. This look is easy to wear with a beautiful attention to detail. . . .
Step by Step Guide:
1. Centre part your hair. 2. Starting at the front, french plait approximately 2 inches from the parting, only adding hair from the side closest to the parting. 3. Secure with an elastic and repeat approximately 2 inches lower. 4. Repeat on opposite side. 5. Finish the look my by twisting the ends of the plaits together into a style of your choise and pinning in place. . . .
Tip:
For an even prettier look why not try curling your hir first with a large barrel curling tong. This will add more movement and volume. . . .
If like many ladies you have long hair and prefer a simple yet sophisticated up-do then this is for you. Perfect for day or night, this look will leave you feeling sexy and ready to take on the world. Follow the simple guide below to achieve this look for yourself in as little as ten minutes. . . .
Step by Step Guide:
1. Split hair into two equal halves down the centre of your head. 2. Starting at the front, french plait each side. 3. Take one plait and wrap it round the back of the head towards the opposite ear. 4. Fold the end underneath and pin in place. 5. Repeat on opposite side. . . .
Tip:
For a softer look leave two sections of hair free around the face and either curl or softly pin behind ears (as pictured). . . .