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y t t epr ush h April 2010/Issue 2 WELCOME! Chicago seems to come alive in April! The snow is gone and all you want to do is get pretty! enjoy pretty hush we are looking so damn good! OGI MERZIER (this one is for Tina! Thank YOU!)
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FASHION pretty in a box 30 pretty glam 24 pretty lonely 12 pretty classic 50
HUSH BEAUTY EXPOSED! MUA - Gosia takes on the ten list 8 CHICAGO FASHION ICON Designer James De Colon 56 HUSH FASHION TRENDS HUSH STUFF the HUSH List 48 april events 20 courtney talks tea
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Editor N Chief and Creative Director: Ogi Merzier Director of Photography: Dan Finley Editor At Large: Reggie Woods Arts & Culture: Jennifer Steele Food & Travel: Courtney Nzeribe Conception/Layout: Ogi Merzier Fashion Editor: Xavier Lang
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Dan Finley
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fashion editorials April is all About the Pretty! Inspired by Wayne Reddrick’s Comment.. “It’s like pretty In a box”
pretty in a box & pretty classic CREDITS Images: Chris Nightengale Model: Melody Sample MakeUp: Nina Park Hair: Joceyln Herron-Powell Stylist: Wayne Reddrick Stylist: James DeColon Wardrobe: James DeColon Location: Nightengale Studios Creative Director: Ogi Merzier Post Production: Ogi Merzier Layout: Ogi Merzier
Represent Melody Sample for Factor Women Ashlee Gillen for Stewart Talent/ Factor Women
pretty lonely CREDITS pretty glam CREDITS Images: Dan Finley Model: Lindsay Gillen MakeUp: Gosia Hair: Ogi Merzier Stylist: Ogi Merzier Stylist: Sue Yan Wardrobe: Bryan K. Osburn Designs Location: ME In Focus Studios Creative Director: Ogi Merzier Post Production: Dan Finley Ogi Merzier Layout: Ogi Merzier
Special Thanks Richie @ Factor Women Don Brize Courtney Dailey Bee & her staff!
Images: Petra Ford Model: Ashlee Gillen MakeUp/Hair: Maryham Subhani Stylist: Ogi Merzier Wardrobe: Sheer Hosiery, Men’s White Tee, Tube Top, Model’s own shoes Location: Don’s House Chicago Ave/Homan Ave Creative Director: Ogi Merzier Post Production: Ogi Merzier Layout: Ogi Merzier
Photo by: Rachel Hanel
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MUA Gosia Takes on The HUSH Ten List.....
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GOSIA WORKING
1. I Love Make Up! I have been doing it for 10 YEARS! 2. I Love working with young up and coming Designers and Photographers! 3. I Love cats and horror movies. :) 4. I believe the things you learn by experience are more important than what you learn from books. 5. I never complain about anything! Life is too Short. Learn from the experience and move on! 6. I Love Depeche Mode!!! I have been a fan for over 20 years! 7. I would love to do NY, Paris or London’s Fashion Week! Book Me! 8. My parents are my heroes! 9. I like to take long walks around town. 10. My favorite vacation spot, the beach! Contact: gosiatx@yahoo.com
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Now that it is officially spring, it’s the perfect time to ditch the heavy tights and opt for a pair of sheer hosiery! Our March Cover Model Ashlee, shows how sheer hosiery can make a huge statement.... all alone! Images: Petra Ford
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APRIL MakeEVENTS Plans to Experience Chicago Fashion Goodness!
Email Fashion Events: hushchicagomagazine@ gmail.com
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SmashBox Photo Event
Saturday, April 24, 2010 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Visit Nordstrom -Level OneCosmetics and make an appointment with one of their Smashbox national artists. While there, get your photo taken by Celebrity Photographer, Steven Kalm. RSVP to Smashbox by calling (312) 464-1515 ext. 1411. The Shops at Northbridge 520 N. Michigan Ave.
The Do Division Launch Party
A celebration of the launch of the new website, www.do-division.com. Complimentary wine and light food from local Division Street restaurants will be served at the party – offering a taste of the strip. Meet and network with fellow Division Street business owners and learn how to “Do Division.” Thursday, April 15th 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm Evil Olive, 1551 West Division, Chicago
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The Fashion District
The Fashion District presents the opportunity for emerging designers and local boutiques to showcase their latest collections to an untapped clientele. Premiere event is set to launch April 7th! District Bar @ 170 West Ontario Street April 7 from 8:00-11:00 PM For more info: redgi@weimaginefashions.com
The Concept Creation Couture Collection
View Elda De La Rosa's 2010 Collection, Concept Creation Couture. There will be a cocktail reception at 6:00 pm and a fashion show at 7:00 pm. RSVP by April 5th for info@eldadelarosa.com or call 773-769-3128.
Date: Thursday, April 8, 2010 Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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VYNE Magazine cordially invites you to Style Wars the most exclusive style event of the year. Style Wars on April 22, 2010 transforms Alhambra Palace into a lavish event where more than eight hundred top agency models, designer names, trendy socialites and the admirers who desire to one day fill their metaphorically large and definitely expensive shoes, stand together to appreciate avant-garde fashion. It's a runway competition where participants create never before seen, avantgarde, couture masterpieces as part of a new kind of showcase. It’s a new kind of affair. One where only the ultimate stylist, who decimates his or her competitors with couture creations forged from top designers around the city and challenged by the competition’s unique categories, will be named the ultimate stylist in front of the city’s fashion elite.
Experience and purchase your ticket to this exclusive event at STYLEWARS2010.COM
Evil Kitty Trunk Show
Make plans to stop by the Evil Kitty Trunk Show at The 900 Shops! View the newest pieces from the Spring 2010 collection while enjoying complimentary sips and nibbles at the Chicago Fashion Incubator LAUNCH SHOP! FREE mini makeovers by SUGAR & SPICE!
When: Sat. April 10th 11am-4pm Where: The 900 Shops 900 N. Michigan Ave, 5th floor, Chicago IL Admission: FREE
First 30 guests from our RSVP list will receive a free goody bag. You have to be one of the first 30 guests arriving that day and your name has to be on our rsvp list.
Alpha Kappa Phi’s
7th Annual 'Professional Fashions' Fashion Show
Friday May 7th 7:00pm and 9:00pm DePaul Student Center 120AB 2250 N. Sheffield Chicago, IL 60614
Fashions this year will feature Club Monaco, Banana Republic, Akira, Original Penguin, Gap, and Chicago's own Ogi Merzier! Hair by Kelly Cardenas Salon and HALO [FOR MEN].
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Please RSVP to lidia@evilkitty.net
Bryan K Osburn Presents Spring Affair 2010
Bryan K Osburn will show his collection "SPRING AFFAIR 2010" at Spin Night Club on Sunday April 11th @7PM sharp. Bryan will feature his entire collection of custom made cocktail, evening, ball gowns and bridal gowns, along with some of his archived favorites. Tonight's show will also feature three previews. Red Dresses commissioned by The Chicago Red Dress Party, an organization to raise funds for AIDS, The Joan Crawford Collection, jackets and dresses inspired by the legendary actress, and a sneak preview of his Levine Center Custom Bridal Collection. Sunday, April 11, 2010 6:00pm - 8:00pm Spin Night Club 800 West Belmont Chicago, IL
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Bee Li is a former investment banker and fashion model, current salsa dancer, photographer and ME In Focus Magazine’s Editor and Chief...she has to stay focused! Her magazine is one of the highest selling self-published magazines on the web!
S U C O F Me: In Focus Magazine is... "Where Runway meets Reality, Style meets Substance & Haute meets Heart!"
If you have never heard of her publication, you should keep that on the HUSH! Allow us to introduce you to Bee Li !
”When people come together, GREAT things can happen! Especially in Chicago where there’s an amazing community of talent that is so willing to help each other “ - Bee Li
BY: Rebecca Grayson Meet ME In Focus Magazine’s Editor N Chief
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“I am on a mission to empower young Chicago woman by showcasing the amazing community of Chicago women entrepreneurs, business professionals, talents and role models.” -Bee Li, Editor N Chief of ME: In Focus Magazine
Describe your Style... It’s a little bit of everything. I tend to veer towards a lot of classic, understated looks that can work from day to night, and can be jazzed up with a variety of accessories. Lately I have fallen in love all over again with bright colors and bold prints, and I love dresses and dressing up – which is odd considering I grew up as a tomboy. Versatility, comfort and a certain timeless quality are what I typically look for when I choose pieces. I’m equally comfortable in a killer pair of stilettos (I have a weakness for shoes) as I am backpacking through the wilderness in my big old hiking boots. I used to be in the corporate world and was limited to conservative, business casual wear, so it’s so refreshing that I can take more risks and be more creative with my wardrobe now. What is your biggest HUSH? I have a lot of nicknames. Bee, of course. My other one is Mama. I was enstooled as a Queen Mother (female chief) of a village in Ghana after a summer teaching there. My official title is Queen Mother Mama Asinor II, but for short everyone calls me Mama. What advice would you give to entrepreneurs? Know who you are. Know yourself inside and out. Know what your standards are, what’s acceptable and what your purpose is and what motivates you to keep pushing forward. . a sense of humor really goes a long way in just about everything. Have no fear, so it’s the opportunity to take risks and follow your own path so you will never ask have to ask “What if?” meinfocusmag.com
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HUSH Chicago Magazine takes a quick look at Designer Bryan K. Osburn. His New Collection is about to be exposed! Images: Dan Finley
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I see Paris, I see London, New York and even North Carolina! Now I see home and I am so glad to be back! The fashion community has changed so much and I have to say that Chicago is where it’s at right now. My new show is going to be very vintage inspired. All of my collections tend to have some type of elements from the past. This collection will be no different! So now, I am exposed! I will see you at the show !
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The shoes....I made them. I added the feathers to the shoe. Everyone loves these shoes! -James De Colon
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I love Polka Dots! They never ever go out of style! -James De Colon
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Movements have been launched with the tea leaves and buds, and tea is in an integral part of many cultures from the English midday meal of Tea, tea parties, the complex Japanese tea ceremonies, and as a center of many social gathering sin the Middle East. Tea is life as it’s a part of many economies, daily socialization, and our health. Cooking with Tea Ideas Tea is a great way to add flavor to both pastries and savory items. Consider smoking fish duck, chicken over tea for a great smoky flavor. Infuse Earl Gray cream in the popular cream be-fore making ice cram or fillings for cakes and pastries. The Chinese have long cooked with tea and make beautiful marbled eggs this way by cracking the shells to create the effect. Consider adding tea to your marinades as well. Entertaining with Tea For your next Sunday brunch or Bridal / Baby Shower, consider holding a tea tasting with various teas from all over the world and the appropriate accouterments. Serve various pastries and savory sandwiches to go with or other dishes with tea notes. Like a tea smoked chicken salad. Or be more traditional and hold a traditional Devonshire Tea or Cream Tea. That’s a meal consisting of Black Tea, Clotted Cream and scones with jam.
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no longer considered danty.. tea is highly fashionable
Chicago’s Best Tea Resources and Spots Full Service Teas Russian Tea Time 77 East Adams Peninsula Hotel 108 East Superior Street The Drake 140 East Walton Place Ritz- Carlton Chicago 160 East Pearson Street Four Seasons 120 East Delaware Place American Girl 111 East Chicago Avenue Atwood Café 1 West Washington Shops Julius Meinl 3601 N. Southport TeaGschwendner 1160 North State Street Argo Tea Several locations
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1. Nicole Richie Appearance, April 10th, The Shops at Northbridge, 520 N. Michigan Ave. 2. New Boutique Alert! MOI Boutique on Halsted 3. Nine West Event, 701 N. Michigan Ave. April 22, First 20 Guest get a $50 Nine West Gift Card! 4. Al La Turka, Turkish Food and Belly Dancing! 5. AvenueChicTV starts taping a new webseries showcasing Chicago street fashion, APRIL 2010 6. Dovetail Vintage on Chicago Ave. 7. The Cupcake Gallery in Uptown 8. 75 Shoe Store on Clark (www.75shoes.com) 9. Heather Kenny shopping tours!
All the things that you don’t know about!
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Pump Shoe store on Division Fox’s Boutique on Halsted (LOVE THESE GIRLS! TINA,EVA,MARY, KATIE) Now creating NECKLACES!!! FashionJenn.com Banana Pudding Ice Cream - Annette’s Italian Ice/Lincoln Park Bronzeville Coffee & Tea (Great Pastries!) M Lounge in the South Loop - LIVE JAZZ!!! Moonstruck Chocolate Cafe - 320 N. Michigan POP ROCK MARTINI - SUITE LOUNGE IN OLD TOWN Ikram Boutique on Rush - 837 N. Rush Little Black Dress Vintage - Opening April 16th! Facebook/LBDVintage
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The Zebra Room SHOPITTOME.COM Jordan’s Closests in Bronzeville BADC - Borrow a designer dress! (www.shopbadc.com) FRESH PRODUCTS @ BLUE MERCURY Three Dog Bakery - Treats for the Pup!
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Pretty Classic Nothing does it like black and white! Here is another side of our featured Designer , James De Colon with images provided by Chris Nightengale
If I could make dresses like this all day every day..I WOULD! -James De Colon
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Chicago Fashion Designer James De Colon pictured with Model, Melody Sample. Image: Chris Nightengale
www.decolonboutique.com email: eye4fashion@decolonboutique.com
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Designing since the age of 14, he is Chicago’s own Oscar de la Renta. His credits would probably take up all 64 pages of our April Issue! I think that it is worth mentioning that he has been featured in over 20 fashion magazines, he has done over 100 fashion shows and he serves as a mentor to design students at some of Chicago’s most influential Colleges.
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Yet, he is probably one of the biggest HUSH’S in the City. Originally from New York, he wanted to be an actor and not a designer. Who leaves New York to open a boutique in Puerto Rico? James De Colon, that’s who! This turned out to be a brilliant move. “Women down there were hungry for high fashion and welcomed my designs”, De Colon mentions. Lucky for us, he was lured to the Mag Mile and the Chicago Theatre District in 2001 and has been building the House of De Colon ever since. His newest Spring/Summer 2010 Collection is featured in the fashion editorial “Pretty In A Box” and his dramatic sense of design is displayed in the fashion editorial “Pretty Classic”. (pages 30-41 / pages 50-55) What stars would you like to dress?
JDC: I love Kate Hudson, I love Beyonce and Catherine Zeta-Jones, the list cold go on and on and on. Every woman that I dress is a celebrity to me.
We are honored to have you at the top of our food chain here in Chicago’s Fashion Community. Mr. De Colon, keep bringing the pretty!
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