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Letter from the Editors Icon Instas Radical Chic Girls vs Boys Sugar Rush More Than Just a Pretty Face Men, too. Spotlight is on Alana Udwin Locally Sourced Sock it to Me In the Field: Liz Brous Famous Faces Friends with Benefits Sweet Tooth 90’s Grunge Chic Artistically
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from the EDITORS It’s hard to believe that this will be my last year with Icon. It’s also hard to believe that an idea that I had sophomore year would grow, develop, and flourish to the point where our staff has nearly tripled in one year. I am humbled, grateful, and inspired by every single staff member, faculty advisor, and most importantly, reader.
I’d like to thank the Icon staff for all their hard work. Harvard is lucky to have found such a superstar in Alana – I am so thankful for all of her support and work in helping me build this book.
For my whole life, fashion has seemed magical to me. On the surface, the world of fashion is beautiful and familiar, both impossible and attainable. Fashion is the feeling you get when you put on the garment – the tactile sensation of the fabric on your skin and the illusion that what you’re wearing can make you somehow better or more worthy. But, as I fell deeper for the magical Welcome to the Junior Issue, where the future world of fashion, I realized just how much a person editors take some of the burden off of the overlycould say by utilizing an art form so accessible and a college-app-ed seniors and show us all that they part of daily life that it is sometimes overlooked. While have in store for you next year. After working most history classes focus on tracing pinpointed events with these girls for the past three months, I know through time, the history of fashion weaves a much that you are in better hands than I ever could have more colorful story of emotion that is directly reflected hoped for the future. in the popular aesthetics of the times. From the free and flirty flapper dresses of prosperity to the New Look As you flip through these digital pages, apprecihourglasses of a nostalgic generation faced with the ate the time, energy, and effort every single staff dust of the Second World War, fashion can be a way to member put into this issue. They don’t do it because visually display emotion and capture a mood. they have to. They do it because they want to. And look at the beauty we have created. The more I read about fashion, the more rich and profound every piece of clothing seems. Therefore, in Our future is bright. Icon’s first Junior Issue, we try to open these microxx, histories of fashion to help explain and enrich this season’s newest trends. I hope you’ll continue to follow your Icon staff deeper and deeper as we explore the world of fashion in years to come.
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radicalchic
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Everything old is new! This fall, styles from the 70’s are resurfacing, which means those dresses your mom has stored might actually be wearable again. In Spring of 2011, high-waisted shorts, slouchy sweaters, tunics, maxi skirts and hippie dresses made their first reappearance on the runway in an authentic, yet stylish new way. This fall, look for platforms, boots, and flared jeans to complete the look. Thanks to current couture runway trends and a little 70’s inspiration from the Source Family, brands such as Free People and Nasty Gal have returned to the free and flowy garments of the 70’s, featuring floral motifs, crochet textures, and prairie details. The best accessory for your maxi dresses or skirts are wide brimmed, floppy hats, perfect for protecting your complexion from the harsh Florida sun. Along with the maxi, designers like Johnny Was have revived the tunic, a staple of any 70’s bohemian. Paired with jeans and tunics, adorned with paisley and crotchet patterns, create a fun daytime look for a breezy vibe once the temperature drops! Companies such as LF and ASOS Marketplace are also bringing back flower crown headbands. This piece is now seen on red carpet celebrities and has been featured in highend fashion magazines like Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue. During the summer, flower crown headbands can be spotted paired with high waisted shorts and bohemian minis at festivals like Coachella. Transition the piece to fall by coupling it with flare jeans and a peasant blouse. Along with floral headbands, large rings and bangles have also resurfaced. These unapologetically flashy-yet-chic jewelry pieces go with nearly anything and add a pop of mod practicality. To go with these stylish pieces from the 70’s, retro and mod patterns have been popping back up in new and interesting ways. Designers like Anna Sui have applied these patterns onto chic and sophisticated pieces, making them “pop” on the runway and the street. Plus, Meadham Kirchhoff’s November line for Topshop features patterns that could’ve been cheesy 70’s carpeting, but look way better as sweaters. There are countless ways to create a successful and trendy 70’s inspired look. But a necessary accessory you can’t buy in stores? The perfect carefree hippie attitude needed to breeze through fall on visions of decades past. p
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trading spaces on this season’s more controversial trends Article // Anastasia Golovkine Photos // AP Photo What the boys say: “I’m not a big fan of What the girls say: “I prefer creepers. They are more comfortable than flatforms. They also represent the hipster and punk/rock styles, making them a larger part of fashion history.” - Imani Cooper, Sophomore
Creepers and
Flatforms
creepers. They look strange and vulgar. Flatforms definitely look better than creepers. They look nicer on girls, because they look unique and they’re not so ‘grunge’. I personally prefer it when girls wear heels.” - Maxim Golovkine, Senior
The Verdict: The great thing about flat forms and creepers is that they give height, yet are still super comfortable. Plus, creepers give an outfit a grunge feel, and flat forms can complete a girlier outfit.
What the boys say: “Overalls are a
be cute, but only for the right occasions. They’re perfect for country music concerts or a bonfire with friends, but they usually don’t work for brunches or dinners. I have a pair of patterned, silky, full-length overalls that are a good option even for nicer events.” - Laura Herman, Senior
fashion statement that won’t last. I don’t like it when girls wear them. I like it when girls wear jeans but not overalls because they are for hard-working jobs, not leisure. They’re probably comfortable, but they are not the most stylish thing out there.” - Ryan Berman, Freshman
Denim Overalls
What the girls say: “I think overalls can
The Verdict: Overalls are a cute and casual way to play with denim. You can dress overalls up with heels and a cute sweater or dress them down with a pair of sneakers or a t-shirt.
What the girls say: “I love wearing sweaters! Fuzzy sweaters are even cuter, because they keep me warm and make me happy. They’re also very cute, and I think that everyone should have one!” –Becca Sadler, Sophomore
Fuzzy Sweaters
What the boys say: “I actually like that sweater. If I saw someone wearing it, I would know their personality is unique and outgoing, because you don’t see a person wearing a sweater like that everyday. The sweater is very fashionable and seems to be comfortable due to its material on the outside.” - Chris Marzouca, Freshman
The Verdict: It’s a really cute and interesting twist on a sweater. It’s still warm, and best of all, comfy!
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Sugar Rush This season's sweetest trend
Article // Laura Herman Photos // AP Photo, Cupcakes and Cashmere
This winter, pastels aren’t only for spring! The alluring light colors usually reserved for Easter holidays and summer picnics are invading the runways and have become associated with the season of fireplaces and snowflakes. Pale, pretty pinks and soft mint greens are the hues of jackets, coats, and even boots. Topshop’s “Margot’s World” line is replete with these winter pastels; a ready-to-wear collection, it shows that this is not a trend reserved only for the models of the runway! Especially here in Florida, anyone can get away with pastels in the winter. These soft shades previously thought to resemble flowers and new growth are now mimicking the fresh white snow and cheeks flushed pink from the cold air. With most of your friends in dark ensembles, a pop of a refreshingly uplifting shade will be more than welcome at any gathering. Cupcakes and Cashmere’s Emily Schuman recently wrote a piece on a blush pink coat she purchased; she loves its ability to cheer up any outfit on a dreary, gray day; we certainly agree! Even though the days might not be quite so gray and dreary here in South Florida, a precious baby blue is a wonderful subtle nod to the sunlight of summer and refreshing breezes of early spring. So ditch the dark drab this winter and slip into some ballerina pink or dandelion yellow for some surprising but welcome winter cheer.
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more than just a
pretty face Article // Caroline Franco Photos // AP Photo, Instagram
Photographer Peter Lindbergh said, “In 1988 everything was beautiful and glamorous, but there were these other women, they had balls, they had brains, they put their hair back and wore no make up, that was it. That was the change.” The women he was talking about were the stunning supermodels Kate Moss, Christy Turlington, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista, Naomi Campbell, Claudia Schiffer, and Stephanie Seymour, all of whom changed the fashion industry forever. These women weren’t just fresh faces – they were smart, sharp, and warranted cult-worthy obsession. From Kate Moss’ song with Primal Scream, Naomi Campbell dancing cameo in Michael Jackson’s “Beautiful Girl,” to Linda Evangelista’s infamous quote, “we don’t wake 10
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up for less than $10,000 a day,” these supermodels were glamorous, multifaceted, and ruled the world. Supermodels made regular appearances on talk shows, starred in movies and music videos, dated movie stars, and attracted people by the masses. Everyone knew their faces from the glossy covers of major magazines, and they changed the fashion, media, and entertainment industries forever. The rule of these “supers” lasted for over a decade before the industry began to glorify the actress-turnedmodel and demoted the upand-coming girls to nameless faces in editorials. As the 2010s began, the beginning of a new generation of supermodels started to take shape. The faces of Karlie Kloss, Cara Delevingne, Daphne Groenveld, Joan Smalls, and Coco Rocha
are everywhere, not just on the runway, but also throughout the social media world. Social media platforms, such as Twitter, Tumblr, and Instagram, show pictures of the girls at galas, fashion weeks, and behind the scenes photoshoots and runway shows. The thing that is different about this generation of supermodels, however, is their accessibility. Social media provides an outlet for these models to create a “self-brand” while reaching out to fans by posting pictures any young girl might share: friends goofing off, an unhealthy meal, a funny selfie, or low-key family days. When social media gives these models outlets to share the glamor and glitz, we are reminded that models are just people (albeit ones who have won the genetic lottery). Through social networking, models are now creating huge fan bases ranging from thousands to millions of followers. Cara Delevingne has a whooping 2.9 million followers on
instafam Instagram is now owned by Facebook Inc., a one billion dollar addition to the platform’s online empire
Instagram and Miranda Kerr trails her with 2.6 million followers. The original “supers” had the same allure and edge as these new models, but the difference is that these new girls give devout fans backstage passes into the world of fashion that they have rightfully inherited, instead of leaving them at the door. p
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david graff can teach any man how to look stylish Article // David Graff Photos // Alana Steinberg Model // Simon Thylen
Winter is here guys, and you know what that means in Florida: being able to wear sleeves past your elbows and pants are now a viable option to wear outside. For those who are more fashion-oriented, however, the cooler weather means a little more. It means earth tones. It means real texture in your clothing. Most importantly, it means layering. If you were looking to get into fashion this winter (arguably the best season to do so), have no fear because I’m here to help. This guide is aimed mostly at beginners as it covers the basics of dressing for fall, but there are a couple parts that are useful for all levels of fashion knowledge. The most important thing to remember about seasonal clothing is your color scheme. If you’ve ever heard the expression “no white after labor day”, that’s because white is a summer color and labor day is typically regarded as the end of the summer (in the Northeast). Arguably, these rules are a little more lenient down here in Florida because our summer season lasts longer than up north. Regardless, winter is not the time to be wearing any bright colors. The ideal colors you want to be going for are
earth tones, as mentioned earlier. If you’re wondering what an “earth tone” is, the abstract definition is of colors you naturally see in fall (think of the leaves changing). If you still have no idea, common examples of earth tones are brown, navy, burgundy, and hunter green. These colors are all well and good, but don’t make the mistake of thinking that you can just wear any combination of them. Your outfit colors have to match. There are no definite color combos to mention, as there’s a near infinite number of them, but you’ll hopefully get some ideas from the inspiration section. The next general guideline for winter fashion is texture. Whereas in summer you probably focused on wearing light clothing that kept you cool, winter is the season where clothing starts to serve the opposite goal. The benefit of clothing that keeps you warm is that it’s made of a variety of materials, each with its own unique appearance. These different materials can all play a crucial role in the creation of your outfit. With varying textures, each component looks fundamentally different from the next and your outfit gains a dynamic quality. There really aren’t any “don’ts” as far as textures are concerned, so feel free to experiment swapping out textures at different layers. Layering is a fundamental of fall fashion. “What does “layering” mean?” asks the uninitiated. Layering is what makes autumn the best season of the year. Now, you’re not restricted to just a shirt and the occasional sweater on top. Each outfit you wear can feature multiple articles on top of each other allowing for never-ending variation in what you wear.
[Winter] means earth tones. It means real texture in your clothing. Most importantly, it means layering.
The classic layering of a fall outfit includes a base, top, outerwear, and the occasional overcoat. Depending on what you layer it with, an article can be repeated in many outfits without becoming monotonous. Additionally, for the more advanced, your outfit can achieve a different direction or ideal without having to completely change out each piece. Now that you have the basics, there is one more piece of advice to give when considering fall
fashion: versatility. Because of layering, your outfit has endless possibilities, but only if the individual pieces aren’t specifically directed towards a single look. When you purchase articles, make sure you buy them with mindset of wearing it in multiple outfit. Otherwise, the piece will become repetitive as it is always worn in the same sense. Fall is the time to be inventive and try something new in clothing, so don’t ruin that by buying things with a specific outfit in mind.
Base The base layer is going to be what lies at the bottom of it all. Seeing as it’s cool, this is obviously going to be long-sleeved, but you’ve got several options on what it’s going to be.
OCBD: The oxford cloth button-down is a year-round
staple, so it makes sense that it’s a natural choice for the base layer.
Henley: The henley is the t-shirt of cool weather. Typi-
cally made of lighter materials, the henley is a nice look that is good for outfits geared towards casual environments.
Chambray: Chambray is denim fabric used for making
An uncommon example of layering with a graphic t-shirt as the base and a navy button-up as the top. The blue color scheme is complemented by jeans. A button-down is a great alternative to a coat during South Florida winters.
shirts. This allows for -you guessed it - a good texture to start the base of your outfit with. Avoid wearing this fabric with jeans though. It’s possible to pull it off (called a “Canadian tuxedo”_, but difficult to do so without looking like Jay Leno.
Outerwear is what typically finishes off your outfit and is generally the most varied article.
Flannel: If you
Tweed: It’s a great winter option for anyone trying
want to unleash your inner lumberjack, flannel is a rich and warm texture that epitomizes the season.
Outerwear to achieve the preppy ideal. This generally isn’t a good option for anyone under 30, though most of the time you end up looking pretentious (or like Ted Mosby from How I Met Your Mother).
Leather: Leather jackets are great options which
only look better the more you wear them. I prefer brown leather, but black works as well for most outfits.
Denim: Denim jackets are great options for casual The blue chambray shirt gives both strong texture and color to the outfit, while the grey cords provide a solid background with which to vary the texture.
wear. You can wear them with jeans, unlike chambray shirts.
Chore: Chore coats are another casual option to wear without other layering elements.
Pea Coat: A simple option that keeps you warm and looks great. A staple for any fall wardrobe.
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With grey cords and a lighter grey cardigan as the top, this outfit draws attention to the purple v-neck base. The outfit is tied together by the leather sneakers and yellow laces which are coordinated with the base.
Pants I’m sure you know what pants are, but here are a few options.
Chinos: These are what “khakis” actually are. They’re classic and work throughout the year.
Denim: Everyone owns jeans, but those really wanting to expand their wardrobe should look into raw denim.
Cords: Short for corduroy. The texture
Shoes
on these is amazing and they’re the goto fall/winter pants option for me.
You can’t wear sandals any more, and sneakers aren’t a real option for any self-respecting outfit.
Boots: Winter is boot weather, so look into grabbing some real leather boots to add substance to any outfit.
Chukkas: A type of boot more geared
towards fall, whereas regular boots can be worn into winter. However, it doesn’t get too warm during the winter here, so feel free to try them out during the winter. They come in leather, but I’m a fan of them in suede.
Wingtips: Wingtips are shoes with the little
holes in them (called “broguing”). They range from casual to formal and are a great option in a light leather color for winter weather.
Sneakers: It’s possible to wear sneakers
without looking like you are going to the gym. Look for styles with luxe fabrics, such as leahter or suede, like the ones that Simon is wearing.
Brogue, brown leather sneakers stand out as the focal point in the outfit as they contrast with the muted colors of the jeans and layers.
So that’s it for my fall fashion guide. Keep in mind, there is no definitive answer to the question of how you should dress, so don’t interpret this guide as the only way. Most importantly though, have fun with it. 14
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Spotlight is on Alana Udwin, PC Soph and Blogger of Article and Photos // Alana Steinberg
Alana Udwin, a sophomore at Pine Crest, is the writer of the blog Joller Girl, which she started recently as an outlet to express her passion for entertainment and writing. So Icon’s Alana sat down with Joller Girl’s Alana to get a behind-the-scenes look at her blog, her thinking process, and her inspiration.
Alana Steinberg: What inspired you to start Joller Girl? Alana Udwin: Well, I’m a reporter for PCTV, which is Pine Crest’s broadcast production program. When I was a freshman, I would go out and cover events in South Florida like fashion shows, charity events, and really anything happening in the community. And I would produce pieces for broadcasts. That really sparked my interests in reporting. Also, I have a really big passion for entertainment, so that’s what really got me starting blogging. AS: When did you start the blog? AU: I started in July of this summer, but the idea kind of sparked in my mind in April of last year. AS: What does Joller Girl mean? AU: “Joller Girl” means a girl who loves to have a good time, and it’s South African slang. AS: Would you call yourself a Joller Girl? AU: [Laughs] Yes, definitely.
AS: What makes you a “Joller girl?” AU: I think what makes me a Joller girl is that I love to go out and hang out with my friends. I believe that I know how to have a good time, and I’m always happy and have a smile on my face. That’s what makes me a true Joller girl. AS: What message do you hope to get across with Joller Girl? AU: There’s no real message that I want my viewers to get from my blog. It’s just a way for me to express myself and my opinions on things in the entertainment world and really anything that interests me. AS: How do you find content to post? AU: The most important thing and the main reason I started my blog was so that I could review the concerts that I go to. Whenever I go to concerts, I always have opinions about the stage and the actual performance, so I really wanted to be able to write about that and express that to people. So, that’s really what I wanted to blog about. But I got a lot of my inspiration from articles and watching movies and TV. Fall/Winter 15
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I believe that I know how to have a good time, and I’m always happy and have a smile on my face. That’s what makes me a true Joller girl.
AS: Who are some bloggers who inspire you? AU: My favorite blog is Cupcakes and Cashmere. I love how organized her blog is, and I love reading her content. She’s definitely my favorite. I also love reading Lauren Conrad’s blog. AS: What are some steps you want to take with Joller Girl? AU: For the future, I would like to team up with different sponsors and charities and really bring Joller Girl out into the community. As of right now, though, I’m happy with it. I’m having a good time.
AS: What is your favorite post so far? AU: My favorite post so far is my review on Miley Cyrus’ “Wrecking Ball” music video. [Laughs]. I had fun with that. AS: What was the most difficult experience you have had so far with Joller Girl? AU: My most difficult experience was definitely just creating the site… because technologically, I’m not very advanced [laughs]. So, I had to learn a lot about Wordpress. That was definitely difficult, but once it was up and running, it got a lot easier.
To see Alana’s blog, go to Jollergirl.com
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locally Sourced SOHO-WORTHY BOUTIQUES IN SUNNY SOFLA
Article // Rachel Hackman and Samantha Meade Photos // Courtesy of the stores
Periwinkle
Originating in Connecticut, Periwinkle has been located in sunny Florida on Atlantic Avenue offering everything from clothing to spunky monogrammed pieces with a twist! When in desperate need of an elegant but chic outfit for a party or brunch with the family, you won’t leave empty handed. Because of their signature classic style, you can still wear a Periwinkle ensemble for years. Even though the prices lean toward the higher side, the quality and unique designs from this one-of-akind boutique are definitely worth the splurge. Along with their store located in Delray, you can also shop at periwinkleonline. com and follow their updates on their Facebook page.
Shop 603
Shop 603 is one of Fort Lauderdale’s most fashionable boutiques, featuring unique designer fashions for both men and women. They carry many of the most popular brands like J Brand and L Space, but some client favorites are Tkees and Wildfox. If you are headed on a tropical island vacation or just to the beach, Shop 603 is the perfect place to stop by to pick up amazing bathing suits and resort wear for reasonable prices. They even feature a tab on their website labeled Pool Party; when you click on it, it gives you a wide selection and variety of bathing suits, cover ups, and pool-ready accessories. Make sure to stop by their store located on Las Olas or go to their website www.shop603. com to view their amazing selection.
Boca Leche
Available on Sunrise Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale, Boca Leche has expanded from a quaint kiosk selling flip flops to a successful boutique adored by all customers looking to funkify their wardrobe. From the perfect HoCo dress to a chic outfit to wear out on the weekends, Boca Leche always strives to bring the customers on-trend styles. At a perfect price (with pieces ranging from $20-$70), their style is considered to be “fun, Bohemian, beachy, and sophisticated with an attitude.” From their website at www.bocaleche.com, to custom appointments, they are available to all clients in putting together jaw-dropping outfits for every occasion.
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Totally Cute, Technically Legal
The socks and shoes trend has taken the Pine by storm. Finding its roots in the handbooks of prep schools throughout the country, many schools including our own enforced that girls had to wear Mary Jane’s with high socks. At modern-day Pine Crest, socks and sneakers are not part of a fundamental uniform dress code, but have become a customizable way for students to show their personal style and individuality. A sporty staple for students has consistently been black crew socks paired with sneakers, but the trend of eccentric socks and shoes has evolved much past that. Daily, students can be seen walking through the halls wearing all types of high socks with different themes and designs. Sophomore Addie Donaher said, “Wearing funky [socks and shoes] makes me feel
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like I am dressing for myself, and not just putting on the same uniform every day.” Often called the “sock game,” this trend has become a way for students to remain unique in a monotonous crowd while still adhering to dress code. Socks and sneakers can make an outfit look more coordinated or can channel the child in you. Whether they are Harry Potter themed, colorful plaid, art history inspired, or plush and fuzzy, the socks you wear can be a fun way to enhance your style and make you stand out from all the other uniform-clad students. Even Daniel Radcliffe gets our obsession, and said in a 2012 interview, “I’m also a fan of ridiculously colored and patterned socks,” which shows us how this trend is for anyone and everyone who wants to add flair to their look. p Fall/Winter
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In the Field:
with Liz Brous, former beauty editor of Seventeen Article // Alexis Chestnov Photo // Courtesy of Elizabeth Brous
Elizabeth “Liz” Brous is without a doubt someone to look up to, not only in the fashion industry, but also in the world of journalism. As the former Beauty Editor of Seventeen Magazine, Brous knows all the in’s-and-out’s on what it takes to be a great success. From starting at the bottom of the food chain to working her way towards the top, Liz has stood on numerous sides within magazine companies.
Alexis Chestnov: As one of many seniors, I myself am in the crunch time of the college process, and am definitely sensing the pressure to have everything figured out. When you went to college, did you know what you wanted to study? What did you major in? Liz Brous: At Duke, they didn’t have a journalism major, communications major, or a communications school, so I majored in history. They had a really great history department, which was nothing other than the kind of major for which I had to do a lot of writing. I was constantly writing papers and was researching and writing all the time. Now in retrospect, had I known this was exactly what I wanted to do, I would have looked for a school with a better journalism program. That aside, any major in which you have to research and report will give you the kind of background you need. AC: Did you have any major influences in choosing your career path? LB: My dad was in retail, specifically women’s clothing retail, and I worked for him in the 20 Icon Magazine
summers. I worked in the buying office, and I did internships at Macy’s in the executive training program. Since my life had a background of fashion, for a while, I thought I wanted to be a designer, or maybe a buyer. My mom had been a magazine editor years and years ago, so I was interested in magazines, too. I loved reading them, so I thought, well I love to write, and I love fashion and style, so that’s sort of the perfect area for me. Breaking into it was the part that was perhaps a little harder, but that’s how I figured out what I wanted to do and how I got involved. AC: What did you do to first break into this industry? LB: I looked at four of the big [magazine] publishing companies… that I wanted to try to work for, and I started sending my resume to them. Believe it or not, the first thing I had to do was take a typing test! I started working as an editorial assistant. That was how you tried out for the job. I couldn’t type! I mean I could sort of type, but I’d never taken typing lessons, so I took the paragraph
home, memorized it, and then typed the parahave to unpack and pack everything, send it graph in the prescribed amount of time. There back, label it, and there is a lot of “schlep” work was a pool of open jobs, so the company set me involved. It’s the kind of things you didn’t think up to interview with the woman who was the you’d be doing, but you learn so much being Beauty Editor of Vogue, and she ended up bethere, and it’s fun and it’s exciting! For me, my coming my boss. The first boss was a diva- a "There are so many different careers in fashion, but you Friday of my first week real larger-than-life charhave to be someone who can come up with ideas, and you acter. While she did treat there, they fired Grace Mirabella, who had been also have to be someone who can be okay with being me like a secretary somethe editor of Vogue for times, she did really open knocked-down and having your ideas rejected.” about 30 years, and Anna doors for me and brought Wintor, the current Editor-in-Chief of Vogue, me with her to do fabulous things. It was like a was just arriving. The next week, the new editor roller coaster- it was crazy, then it was fabulous, started and began firing and hiring people. Luck- but most of the time, I felt very privileged to ily, because I was such a low man on the totem be there. After all that, eventually, my boss did poll, I didn’t get fired. However, I had to interpromote me. view with Anna because she said she wanted to have an interview with every staff member AC: How did you become the Beauty Editor of on the magazine. I was paid, you know, pennies, Seventeen Magazine, and how long did you have but the real thing at that job were the perks. We this position? What did your job consist of? got to take car services everywhere, charge our LB: I knew the Beauty Editor at Seventeen, and lunches, we got free clothes and free makeup, so she called me, said she was moving, asked if I we made up for the fact that we didn’t earn very was interested in her job, and offered to give my much. That was a fun job, so that’s how I started name. At that point, I was an associate beauty all this. editor [at Vogue], my boss was still the Beauty I didn’t know I wanted to go into beauty, alEditor, and she wasn’t going anywhere soon. though I loved it, but that’s where the opening Since I had been at Vogue for five years already, was. Plus, I wanted to write, and the beauty I said yes [to my friend]. Seventeen called me, department wrote articles. For my first two interviewed me a couple times, and then offered years, I was the Beauty Editor’s assistant. I did a me the job. That meant I’d be making a lot more lot of retyping of manuscripts, getting her cofmoney, but more importantly, I was going to be fee, and just a lot of paying dues, but I kept my it- I was going to be the one coming up with the eyes open, and I listened ideas. At that time, I was "Make contacts, and keep them. Don’t burn any bridges, to everything. I got to atabout 27 years old, so I tend meetings, and listen because the best way to get jobs in this business is through wasn’t that far from the to all the other editors [Seventeen] readers’ age. word of mouth.” talk about their ideas I felt close to the reader, for the upcoming issues, and that was the most and I’d been a huge Seventeen reader myself. valuable thing. I would sit in many meetings in I never ever regretted working at Seventeen. It Anna’s office with my mouth shut and listen to was a really good time to be at a teen magazine, everything everybody said. Then, when I got because there was so much happening, and I had promoted 2 years later, I was invited into meeta lot of responsibility. I went from being someings to talk about my ideas. Thankfully, I had body who just took orders to somebody who had already listened to other people do it for 2 years, to plan. I wrote about fashion and I planned the so I knew what [Anna] liked and what she didn’t beauty pages. I had to do shoots, TV, and all this like, sort of. kind of stuff. It was a lot all at once, but it was reOne thing to know is sometimes, depending on ally fun, and I absolutely loved it. It was the best who you work for, as an entry level position job I ever had. or intern, it’s not as glamorous as it sounds. If I worked there for eight years and left only beyou’re helping a stylist who’s on a shoot, you cause I had Andrew [my second son], and we Fall/Winter 21
moved to a house. I tried to stay- I went back 3 days a week, then two days a week, then one day a week, and then finally I realized that I couldn’t do it anymore. The good thing about what I do, though, is that, unlike some other professions, you really can do it freelance and part-time from home, as long as you keep the contacts. Make contacts, and keep them. Don’t burn any bridges, because the best way to get jobs in this business is through word of mouth.
magazines, and her old assistant became the Editor-in-Chief of Weight Watchers magazine. I had never picked up that magazine, but [my friend] called me and said that they’re looking for a fashion editor from home, maybe four or five days a month in the office (or at shoots), so I decided to talk to them. And you know what? It’s fine! I’ve been doing it for two and a half years, and the people are really nice. I go on cover shoots, I go on styles shoots, I write copy for style pages, and it’s been fine. It’s a good thing to do in AC: What would you say the limited time that I have is one of the most valuable The news changes so quickly in fashion, and you have to devote to it, and I got it qualities to have in the to love it and be curious to follow it and stay on through my friend’s old fashion world? assistant, so like I said, it’s top of it, and I think to a certain extent, you have LB: Certainly curiosity and like a big linked network of to be creative, too. just a love of fashion. The people. news changes so quickly in fashion, and you have to love it and be curiAC: If you could give a piece of advice to those ous to follow it and stay on top of it, and I think interested in a career like yours, what would you to a certain extent, you have to be creative, too. say? There are so many different careers in fashion, LB: My best piece of advice is to get an internbut you have to be someone who can come up ship, if you can. It’s not necessary, but it’s valuwith ideas, and you also have to be someone able experience. If you can’t, work for a publicawho can be okay with being knocked-down and tion, whether it’s your college publication or the having your ideas rejected. local paper in the city or town that you’re in. If you have an internship, that will help you get AC: Since leaving your position as Beauty Editor a job, because often, if you’re interning and a of Seventeen Magazine, how have you continued job opens up, you’ll get the spot. When I was an your involvement in writing? editor and was hiring assistants, so many great LB: For the first few years after I left, I did a lot people came to me with resumes full of sumof freelance writing for InStyle. Then I worked mer internships at magazines. Internship or not, for Parenting Magazine, because I had kids at that though, any kind of experience you have with point so I sort of switched my beat a little and learning how to pitch a story, or how to edit a wrote some stuff for them. After, I worked for story, are the first things people do as assistants, a few other magazines, and now, I work for a and if you’re looking to hire somebody, those Weight Watchers magazine, thanks to my conare the things that you look for: somebody who tacts. One of my best friends who was my cojust kind of knows the landscape and has been worker at Vogue later went on to work at other around a department doing that.
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famous faces give a nod to your favorite celebs
Makeup // Nicole Baptista and Lauren Salamon Photos // Mirella Cardoso and AP Photo Models // Ellie Botoman, Isabella Christensen, Jackie Kahn , Jenna Wittich , Juliet Wilson , Nicole Baptista , Sierra Conine, and Yael Lederman
the inspiration: Blake Lively how to pull it off: 1. blend copper eyeshadow onto the eyelids 2. line your upper and lower lashlines with gold shadow for a subtle glow
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how to pull it off:
pop a sunkist coral blush onto your cheeks finish your pout with light pink gloss
the inspiration: Lorde
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use a moisturizing bb cream to get flawless looking skin
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draw on a thin line of black liner connecting the upper lashline and crease
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swipe on a lightly tinted lip balm for a natural look
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how to pull it off: 1.
draw a harsh, unblended black line in your crease
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glue individual false lashes along your lower lashline for a wide-eyed look
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use a nude lipstick to keep focus on your doe eyes
the inspiration: Twiggy how to pull it off:
the inspiration: 1. sweep a dark copper on your Bridget upper and lower lashline 2. on top of the shadow, smudge in Bardot a sultry black eyeliner 3.
contour under your cheekbones with a warm bronzer
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finish the bombshell look with a subtle, rosy lipstick
the inspiration: Marilyn Monroe how to pull it off: 1.
brush pearly white eyeshadow from your lashline to browbone
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elongate the black liner on your top and bottom lashlines so they almost touch
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fill in your brows with a powder that matches your hair
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finish with a classic red lip
the inspiration: Cara Delevingne how to pull it off: 1.
fill in your brows with a powder one shade darker than your hair
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blend brown shadow into your upper and lower lashlines
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brush gold shadow right below your browbone
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fill in your lips with a matte wine
how to pull it off: 1.
carefully draw a thick winged line on your top lashline
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contour your crease with matte brown shadow
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use long falsies or three coats of mascara
the inspiration: 4. finish with a matte red lip Adele the inspiration: Audrey Hepburn how to pull it off: 1.
begin with a subtle, natural brown shadow on your lids
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SNACKS TO KEEP YOU HAPPY AND HEALTHY
Are you ever craving a snack while you’re studying to keep concentrated, but the thought of eating ice cream, cookies, and junk food all day makes you feel sick? Here are some healthy and delicious snacks to keep you focused and happy.
PB&J
Whole Grain Bread and Avocado
Peanut butter is packed with healthy fats and lots of protein to keep you going.
Avocados are a great source of fiber, potassium, and other nutrients and vitamins. One globe constrains more than one-third daily value of vitamin C.
Apples with Peanut Butter, Bananas, & Blueberries
Hummus and Cucumber Chips
Fruits provide much-needed minerals, ions, and vitamins.
Cucumbers rehydrate the body and replenish daily vitamins, and hummus contains Omega 3 acids, great for improving intelligence and maintaining a healthy heart.
Sweet Tooth Exactly what you are craving Article and Photos // Sierra Conine
Winter is here! With weather usually staying sunny and in the 80s, we Floridians miss some of those winter traditions that northerners covet so dearly. Here’s a recipe for Hot you can take one of these treats and curl up by the beach (instead of by the fire).
Cocoa Cookies;
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Stick of unsalted butter 1 ½ cups of flour ¼ cups of unsweetened cocoa 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cups of brown sugar 3 eggs 2 teaspoons of vanilla Chocolate squares Marshmallows, cut in half 2 cups of semisweet chocolate chips
1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt together one stick of unsalted butter and two cups of semisweet chocolate chips. Stir frequently to ensure that the chocolate doesn’t harden and clump. Stir until thoroughly melted and mixed, then remove from heat and set aside. 2. In a separate bowl, mix together 1.5 cups of flour, ¼ cups of unsweetened cocoa, 1.5 teaspoons of baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt. 3. Next, beat together 1¼ cups of brown sugar and three eggs. After mixed thoroughly (2-5 minutes) add 2 teaspoons of vanilla. 4. Set the oven to 325 degrees! 5. Slowly mix in the chocolate mixture to the sugar-egg mixture. Then in three parts, mixing well after each part, add the flour mixture until completely incorporated. 6. Use a Ziploc bag and pour batter into bag. Cup the tip off of one end and pipe cookie sized dollops onto a cookie sheet covered in tin foil. Put in oven for 10-12 minutes. 7. As soon as these come out of the oven, place a square of chocolate (I used dark sea salt) and a marshmallow. I used big marshmallows and cut them in half, using one half for each cookie. To top it all off sprinkle these with a little cocoa powder or confectioners sugar and serve warm or cold! For more, check out @sierrabrooke1221 on Instagram Fall/Winter
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photos | alana steinberg styling | jeannine sheinberg Hair and makeup | Nicole Baptista models | helena roberts, lizzie clemons, alex weissfisch, cameron wheeler
on helena |
Jacket, J Brand; Bralet, Urban Outfitters; Shorts, Urban Outfitters; Boots, Jeffrey Campbell
on lizzie | Jacket, vintage; Bandeau, LF; Pants, Romeo and Juliet; Shoes, vintage
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Dress, Zara; Boots, Vintage
on Cameon |
Shirt and pants, Pacsun; Sunglasses, Rayban
on Helena | Shirt, Brandy Melville; Jacket, Kenneth Cole; Jeans, J Brand Fall/Winter
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Sweater, Helmut Lang; Bandeau, LF; Pants, vintage; Shoes, Nasty Gal
on Alex |
Jacket and shorts, Topshop; Crop top, American Apparel; Shoes, Steve Madden Fall/Winter
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on Lizzie | Dress, Vintage Opposite Page on Lizzie | Vest, Topshop; Shirt, Brandy Melville; Skirt, Urban Outfitters on Cameron | Shirt, Quicksilver; Pants, asdf; Shoes, Vans; Sunglasses, Rayban on Helena | Shirt, Romeo and Juliet; Bra, Calvin Klein; Skirt and socks, American Apparel; Shoes, Converse
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Shirt, Arden B.; Leggings, J Crew; Beanie, Portalano
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artistically icon takes art history to a whole new level Photos // Lindsay Sack, iBiblio, MoMA Styling // Lindsay Sack, Ali Oshinsky, Rachel Hackman, Laura Herman, Leticia Vazquez Hair and Makeup // Nicole Baptista Model // Emma Tillitski
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Mondrian
used black and white geometric shapes, clean lines, and pops of color. Painting in post-World War I Paris, he developed his abstract style in an environment of intellectual and artistic freedom. A linear top and pants capture that same independence, and accessorized with a red lip as our pop of color.
Degas
Before painted his famous scenes of ballerinas in the 1870’s, ballet flats and tulle skirts were strictly for the ballet studio. His graceful dancers inspired the pairing of a nude tulle skirt with pointe shoe-inspired flats.
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Lempicka created dramatic portraits with the bold lines of the art deco movement. The dress in this look recalls the glamor of Lempicka’s work, and the bright color reminds us of Lempicka’s vibrant hues.
Wyeth
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The dreamy quality of ’s “Christina’s World” captures both natural beauty and wistful feelings. We translated this piece’s bohovibe with a pink, lacy dress and worn out combat boots.
Lichtenstein
used thick outlines, bold colors, and dots that imitated mass printing to create his iconic paintings, stimulated by growing consumerism and comic book illustration styles. The polka dots in Lichtenstein’s work inspired a combo of a pop art-inspired sweater, a polka dot skirt, and bright sneaker wedges.
feel good
a playlist to get that mood up
Three Little Birds // Bob Marley
Mr. Wonderful // Allstar Weekend
All Star // Smash Mouth
Don’t Stop (Color on the Walls) // Foster the People
Love Today // Mika You Get What You Give // New Radicals Best Day of My Life // American Authors Wanna Be // Spice Girls Pop // *NSYNC Walkin’ On the Sun // Smash Mouth Love Generation // The Allstars & Bob Sinclair
Grace Kelly // Mika
You Always Make Me Smile // Kyle Andrews Leavin’ // Jesse McCartney Tide is High (Get the Feeling) // Atomic Kitten
Supermodel (You Better Work) // RuPaul Moscow // Autoheart
Perfect Day // Hoku