INK Magazine // Autumn 2010

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INK Magazine presents

PEOPLE ISSUE

a u t u m n // 2 0 1 0

v o l u m e 11 , i s s u e i 11

with akong london, top notch, grant heinlein, mike baileygates by chrissie white, yotam solomon with giglianne braga, claudia by john troxel, kimandra, bethany grace, sleeping in chanel featuring anna feller and illustrations by missy mccullough + more interviews, fashion, and photography

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EDITOR IN CHIEF John Troxel

FOUNDERS John Troxel, Aaliyeh Astar & Mike Bailey-Gates

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

PHOTO EDITOR

STYLING EDITOR

Promise Newell

Joy Newell

Tori McBride

FASHION DEPARTMENT

PHOTOGRAPHY DEPARTMENT

MUSIC DEPARTMENT

Taylor Bryant, Tracy Mathewson,

Chrissie Whte, Chloe Scheffe,

In search of Department Head! Contact

Liz Osban, Monica Merel

Joy Newell, Alicia Vega

us at inkmagemail@gmail.com

ART DEPARTMENT

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

COLUMNISTS

Chelsey Scheffe

Chloe Scheffe

Carolina Engman, Tori McBride

CONTRIBUTORS STYLISTS, ART DIRECTORS

WRITERS

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Katie Espinoza, Molly Bright-Hughes,

Matt Holmes, John Rozier, Brian

Sara Be @ Love Illuminati, Cari

Santiago Ramos, Sarah Williams,

Markham, Carl Pocket, Zenaida Kwong,

Gadamus, Molly Bright-Hughes, Deanna

Rebecca Arenas

David Urbanke, Matthew Wilson, Bethany Grace,

Palkowski @ Lizbell Agency, Lenka

Shirley Yu, Dan Carlberg, Marc Laroche, Grant

Laneova, Angelina Vivace, Ayesha

Heinlein, Kira Bucca, Brandon Wickenkamp,

Fly Chick, John Ersing, Taylor Bryant,

Marisa Chafetz, Ailine Liefeld, Victoria Daaboul,

Tamara Darden, Julia Danckwerth, Tova

Ellie Harvey, Rinaldi Djohor

McCall @ Juicy Inc, Sepehr Maghsoudi

HAIR & MAKEUP

MODELS

David Ducane, Nicholas Whitford,

Kasey Golden, Ashlie Sampson, Danielle

Claudia Vaughn @ BMG, Molly Bright-Hughes,

Noelle Quanci, Mervin Klerks

Hartnett, Natalie Faye, LucyAnne @ Lizbel Agency,

Tatsiana @ Commence Quest, Giglianne

Lenka Laneova, Olga Karpecka, Wenya Chang, Shreya

Braga, Anna Feller, Ana Smirnova,

ASSISTANTS

Thaker, Jil Clinger, Vanessa Melanson, Crisol Velasquez,

Emily Carter @ Ford Models, Julia

Cindy Vazquez, Nyrisha, Nikky H., Eva Dieckhoff,

Merrell, Isabelle Stork @ Ford Models,

Whitney Kril @ Judy Inc., Theresa Nuth @ Lelo Artistry,

Sasha Klishchenko, Laura Schuller,

Dee DeSalu, Natasha Woodward, Rosita

Amanda Tataryn @ Sutherland Models,

Doerbali-Timal, Sanne Van Hezik

Alex Cook, Katheryn Love, Jalnar Dhanani, Wesley Nault, Kelley Larkin, Amber Gibson @ Agency Galatea, Charlotte-Amy Stiff, Rosa Merino Claros, Carlton @ Elmer Olsen, Mike W

corrections, summer 2010 // the contributor's list was missing the credits for a shoot called runaways. photography was by andrew babarczy, with styling by sheri-ann tualla, and hair & makeup by kate blainey. the models were ryder and stacey @ camerons. // in the covershoot, summer play, the red blazer was mislabeled. it was designed by brandy godsil.

@ Elmer Olsen, Alex @ NAM, Quinn @ NAM, Rashel @ Velocci Models, Elissa @ HOP, Mitchell @ HOP, Lyric Lincoln, Rosalinde Kikstra, Emma Myrthe Simon

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FEATURED CONTRIBUTORS

Missy McCullough is a Los Angeles-based illustrator. She is greatly influenced by California culture and her travels overseas.

With a fashion industry background, her love for fashion comes through in her work.

Working mainly with ink and watercolor, she loves creating images that capture the lighter side of life.

See more // www.iMissyYou.com

Grant Heinlein is a 17-year-old fashion photographer and freelance designer operating out of Kansas City. He has just recently began to see photography as a serious career path. Grant plans on studying both photography and graphic design in college.

See more // grantheinlein.tumblr.com

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gr ant heinlein, photogr apher

missy mccullough, illustr ator

"SHE IMAGINED CONTRIBUTING TO MAGAZINES ALL AROUND THE WORLD"

Born and raised in the West Coast of Canada, Zenaida discovered her love of photography at 15. Fashion photography was always her calling, as she would dress her friends up and photograph them after school and on the weekends. Spending hours upon hours in the darkroom developing these photos, she imagined contributing to magazines all around the world when she grew up.

Perhaps that day has come.

—Zenaida Kwong See more // www.zenaidakwong.com

zenaida kwong, photogr apher Matt Holmes is an aspiring fashion photographer of 16. He resides in upstate New York and draws his inspirations from life around him, as well as from music. He tries his best to deliver edgy and dreamy images to his viewers for their enjoyment.

Coming soon // www.mattholmes.com

matt holmes, photogr apher

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CONTENTS the lost touch, page 146

the young & hip, page 62

elements of communication, page 24 4

sleeping in ch a nel, page 180

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top notch, page 20

yota m solomon, page 78

Photography John Troxel Model Claudia @ BMG Gown Rachel Gilbert

ask me a ny thing, page 14

soft & pa le, page 204

ARTICLES

F E AT U R E S

to the r aces!, page 170

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Letter From The Editor

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Let's Get Some Shoes

218

Humbled Homeless

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Editor's Picks

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Makeup So Bright It Should...

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T-Shirts & Charity, To The Tune...

14

Ask Me Anything

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The Young & Hip

222

Danielle Ate The Sandwich

20

Top Notch

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If I Can Dream

226

Naive Thieves

38

Spanish Moss Vintage

78

Yotam Solomon

236

"Will You Go To Prom With..."

42

Diamond In The Rough

198

Interviewed & Illustrated

240

High School & High Hopes

46

Feathers Are A Girl's Best Friend

204

Soft & Pale

224

Elements Of Communication

48

It Girl

206

The Model Life

248

BFA Takes LA

52

Dear Diary

214

A Short Story About Sepher

250

Shop INK

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Claudia

129

50's Inspired

162

Urban Nomad

96

Kimandra, Kimandra

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Autumn Afternoon

170

To The Races!

102

Factory Girl

138

Once Upon A November

180

Sleeping In Chanel

110

Hat Hair

146

The Lost Touch

186

On The Road To Eldorado

120

Autumn Daze

154

Autumn Exposures

194

Red Card

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FROM THE EDITOR DEAR READERS, I am blown away by the amount of support INK has gotten over just the

I fell for a crisp Autumnal feel; deep reds and purples, along with

past few months. After the release of the Summer issue, I felt satis-

blazing golds and musty browns that echo the song of Fall, with its

fied, yet inevitably nervous about raising the bar for the next sea-

vast and colorful array of leaves. We pay attention to texture this

son. These worries melted away as streams of applications and in-

season too, with layered knits, furs, and wools.

quiries about getting involved poured in! I immediately knew that

A few weeks ago, I pulled on a sweater, and slipped out the door

our Autumn issue had to be all about the people in the fashion and

to get to a photoshoot. I met the cover stylist and we rushed down

photography industries...and thus The People Issue was born.

Lakeshore Drive to get to the location on time. As we detoured to

I immediately approached Claudia Vaughn to do the cover. She

grab some warm caffeine, and I hopped out of the car, I couldn't

has such a unique look, and she truly embodies INK Magazine with

help but notice the slight breeze causing the leaves to slowly be-

an eclectic mix not only in her heritage and natural look, but also in

gin to churn upon the ground. It was an abnormally cool day, but I

her hobbies and passions.

truly felt as though it was Autumn...and I was even more inspired

From cover to cover, we have a fantastic assortment of people

by the season! Enjoy the changes, and the upcoming holidays and

featured. I was ecstatic to work with Giglianne Braga, from the TV

catch that feeling of coziness. Realize the beauty around you, and

show If I Can Dream. When we photographed her again with de-

get ready...the feeling is electric!

signer Yotam Solomon, I was glad to see them work so well together.

The resulting photographs are stunning. Model and blogger Anna

I hope that as you look through this issue, digesting each editorial and article, you feel excited for Autumn! You know we do!

Feller also graces our pages, along with musicians Emily Casey, Danielle Ate The Sandwich, and Naive Thieves.

Incorporating so many talented and unique people in this issue meant we were also going to have to really impress with the styling.

John Troxel | Editor in Chief

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1. Detailing on lamp at Winding Creek Manor (Philadelphia, PA) 2. Veronica Boswell dives into deep red chiffon 3. Watercolors 4. Blazing gold detailing on dresses by Tanya Leigh on the INK racks 5. Anne Lehan in denim 6. Texture (Wisconsin) 7. Tan, camel, army green (Wisconsin) 8. Autumn leaves 9. Evening light on my studio walls 10. INK racks mark the end of a season (Chicago) 11.

Autumn gradients 12. LNA tee 13. Belt from Ragstock (Chicago) 14. Evening light on bathroom walls, Winding Creek Manor (Philadelphia, PA) 15. Courtney Alexis wears Limecrime lipstick 16. Sportswear, grey knits 17. Morning light on a bed (Chicago) 18. Covergirl Claudia Vaughan in a top by John Troxel 19.

Pattern and color on a chair, Winding Creek Manor (Philadelphia, PA) 20. Tribal print and Bullhead denim

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By Tracy Mathewson

ASK ME ANYTHING GETTING TO KNOW ARISA FUKUMOTO, THE FUTURE OF JAPANESE AND UK FASHION Photography Ellie Harvey Hair & Makeup Natasha Woodward page 15

Model Charlotte-Amy Stiff

all clothes arisa fukumoto, shoes arisa's and model's own pompom cordelia weston

"EVERYWHERE I GO, THERE ARE THE SKY, TREES AND FLOWERS. NO MATTER WHICH COUNTRY I’M IN, THOSE ARE ALWAYS THERE TO RELAX AND INSPIRE ME"

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This Japanese native was born in the Kanagawa prefecture and raised

details make for a downy, bird-like fluff on the bodice with the

there until moving to the Hyogo prefecture at 5 years old, which is where

stunning completion of the dress made wholesomely of feathers

she grew up. After graduating from high school Arisa moved to

that beg the poetics of Edgar Allan Poe.

Tokyo, which is where she studied English for a year before moving to the UK to study the arts in 2005.

Always drawn to art even at a young age, Arisa especially enjoyed drawing, painting, and photography, focusing most on

With a history of moving house, Arisa is trained in using her changing surroundings as inspiration for her art. “Everywhere I go, there are the sky, trees and flowers. No matter which country I’m in, those are always there to relax and inspire me.”

taking pictures and creating illustrations as a mode of expression.

Her use of soft colours like ivory and pale blues, greens, pinks

But what does it take for a classically trained ballet dancer of over

and purples is derived from the feelings she has towards the na-

10 years who’d hardly given a thought to designing to become so

ture she encounters in her travels.

invested in fashion?

Celebrating femininity with a quirky take on elegance is Arisa’s

2004 and 2005 were changing years for Arisa. Alexander

way of bringing the nonsense of fantasy to the timelessness of

McQueen’s Spring/Summer 2005 and Christian Dior Couture

fashion—but not without remembering that clothes are meant

Autumn/Winter collections were bursting with detail and daring

to be worn, not just seen. “I consider a lot about the cutting and

silhouettes—so much so that the boundless quality of fashion was

fitting… to see how the skirt flows when they are walking, and to

hard to resist. “They were amazing, a totally new world to me. I

make the bodice fit nicely and yet comfortable.” Arisa’s under-

realized that fashion is not only about walking up and down the

standing of how clothing affects the wearer is unmistakable,

catwalk… There are no rules.”

“[An individual’s] favorite clothes can affect their emotion and

Arisa uses her love for theatrical costumes and settings that

confidence, even making them feel like a different person… This

she developed with Ballet as “something different from daily life.”

applies to my whole design concept—something a little bit dif-

Combining this with her interest in the idea of Alice in Wonder-

ferent from daily life, something special and fashion is fantasy…

land and her understanding of Japanese gardens, Arisa Fukumoto

My dresses are for people who want to feel pretty and beautiful,

states: “‘Fashion is Fantasy’ and I believe that good quality fabrics

rather than just showing lots of skin to look ‘sexy’.”

make the dresses even better.” Using satin and 100% silk chiffon,

Look for more of Arisa Fukumoto’s work at arisafukumoto.

Arisa fuses softness and chic femininity with a strangeness and

com and follow her blog, arisafukumoto.blogspot.com, for current

darkness that could easily date back to a Venetian masquerade in

inspiration and upcoming collections.

the 16th century.

dress from her 2009 graduate collection. Soft, hand-sewn gathered

Tracy Mathewson is a writer and student based in London.

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A most striking demonstration of Ms. Fukumoto’s tread across the boundaries between dreams and reality is a black feather

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"MY DRESSES ARE FOR PEOPLE WHO WANT TO FEEL PRETTY AND BEAUTIFUL, RATHER THAN JUST SHOWING LOTS OF SKIN"

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Top Notch

FOUR NEW-YORK-CITY-BASED ARTISTS ROAM THE STREETS (& ROOFTOPS) OF THE BIG APPLE PHOTOGRAPHY BRANDON WICKENKAMP STYLING JOHN ERSING ASSISTANT NOELLE QUANCI

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ALEX COOK GRAPHIC DESIGNER

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KATHERYN LOVE PHOTOGRAPHER

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JALNAR DHANANI JEWELRY DESIGNER

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WESLEY NAULT FASHION DESIGNER

a selection of cook's album covers, redesigns and commissions, and a poster for a museum exhibit.

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What do you do? I'm a soon-to-be-officially-certified graphic designer. Currently in my second year at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City.

What drives you to keep doing what you love? I suppose my love for it is enough of a drive alone. I never really questioned that this is what I want to do for the rest of my life, and if I can pay the bills with it, great! I suppose I'm pretty lucky in that way; I think creative people have an easier time than others figuring out what they want to do in life. Cause even if you end up starving, you can't NOT do it. The need to create is a strong thing.

An Autumn 2010 essential: A merino sweater. They're too cheap and comfortable not to own.

An NYC secret that isn't so secret anymore: 2 Bros pizza. 1 dollar pizza feels illegal, but they're still in business so it must be OK. Your favorite place to shop: Uniqlo. My time in Japan as a kid shaped everything from my taste in food to my fashion sensibilities.

Were can we find more about you, and see your work? My portfolio is www.cargocollective.com/alxck. Email or Facebook me if you want to talk about good music, grid-based layouts or Braun design.

ALEX COOK

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a selection of love's photographs, shot on location in iceland.

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KATHERYN LOVE Who are you? My name is Katheryn Love. I'm from Woodstock,

of Ann Demuelemeester boots to wear into the ground this fall.

NY and I am currently a photographer based in New York City.

An NYC secret that isn't so secret anymore: Pho Grand on Grand and Forsyth is definitely a city treasure.... especially if you are a sucker

What do you do? I am interested in many artistic mediums, but

for Vietnamese food like I am. I usually go with a few friends and

right now my heart definitely lies in photography. I have recently

share a few dishes. With a table full of delicious food, we usually

been really into the idea of "liminality" and "liminal space". A lim-

each still walk away spending no more than $8 a piece. Vanessa's

inal space is essentially a place between place and time. Iceland

Dumpling House on Eldridge is also amazing. A plate of four deli-

seemed to visually and culturally encompass this idea. I have been

cious dumplings for $1. Heaven.

traveling to Iceland for the past two years and spent this past January shooting the bulk of my most recent body of work there.

Your favorite place to shop: Tokio 7 is definitely one of my favorite places to shop. It is close to my apartment and I consequently find

What drives you to keep doing what you love? I think I will always

myself in there more than any other store in the city. It's an amaz-

continue taking pictures because photography adds such a perfect

ing little consignment shop in the East Village that carries second

balance to my life. I love the life and energy of New York and it

hand designer clothing. Like most other consignment or vintage

will probably remain my home base for quite some time, but pho-

shops it can be hit or miss, but when you find something good in

tography definitely takes me to a place away from the chaos. With

there, it is usually really really good. I think that is what makes it

my personal work, I am able to escape. When I shoot fashion or

more exciting. When I go back home to Woodstock, NY I always

documentary photography, my experiences with the people I shoot

love to hit up the flea markets, estate sales, and the local auctions.

and work with are fulfilling and definitely keep my heart in it.

The auctions are always fun and filled with interesting people. I definitely have a bigger place in my heart for old furniture and

An Autumn 2010 essential: Autumn is definitely my favorite time of

little vintage treasures than for clothing. In New York City, I would

year in New York. I love layering. Last fall I scooped up a grey Alex-

have to say the Hells Kitchen flea market takes the cake.

ander Wang cashmere beanie. It has been my Fall/Winter/Spring/ Summer essential. Aside from that, I usually live in a leather

Were can we find more about you, and see your work? www.katheryn-

jacket and boots. I am crossing my fingers to find the perfect pair

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designs from a collaborative collection between wesley nault's and daniel feld.

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WESLEY NAULT Who are you? Wesley Nault, 25, New York, NY former Project Run-

and sewed and I just breathe it in…and it’s euphoric…because

way Season 5 contestant, winner of the last Gen Art New Garde

it’s those moments where I can see my past, present and future

grant in 2010.

coming together and all of the doubts and what if's don’t matter, because everything is beautiful again.

What do you do? Owner/Creative Director of Wesley Nault.

An Autumn 2010 essential: Fur. For those of you who are morally What drives you to keep doing what you love? I know in my heart and

opposed you can always substitute for Chanel's faux fur collection.

all of my being that I am doing what I was born to do, and I’m so

But there is nothing like bundling up in the real thing.

ridiculously lucky and fortunate and grateful that I’m able to do it.

Like I might have pretty much no life, but every day (and frankly

An NYC secret that isn't so secret anymore: Being a pizza fanatic, what

well into every night) I get to create things that I want to create.

better place for me to live than New York? You have not had pizza

I’m able to do something that If I worked as an assistant designer

until you have had Ray's on 11th and 6th and Artichoke on 14th

to some big somebody in the industry (and I’ve considered it) I

Street.

wouldn’t have the chance to do. I get to experiment.

Maybe life would be easier if I worked for a fabulous label and

Your favorite place to shop: I am in love with the antique store Olde

never had to pay for supplies or have to skip brunch with my

Good Things, New York. Its sometimes nice to take a break from

best friends because I’m saving up for a website, or an industrial

the fashion world to create a work space full of things that inspire

sewing machine… there are a lot of maybe’s…but when I do stop

me.

working and take a moment to breath, I look around… and my cluttered, too-small, too hot, too expensive studio becomes a world

Were can we find more about you//see your work? Facebook, and www.

full of beautiful things that I dreamed and sketched and designed

wesleynault.com

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earring and broach designs by jalnar.

Who are you? I am the kindergartner that, instead of playing kickball like a normal child, gathers nuts during recess to burrow holes into and string fishing line through, the 8th grader that makes more perfect hemp necklaces than the local hippie store, the 19 on t he cov er

year old that still wants to be a jewelry designer when I grow up.

What do you do? Being a Jewelry Design Major at FIT, I learn, constantly. Whether it's how to create a three-dimensional mirror-image pair of earrings out of Sterling silver, or render diamonds with

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gouache, I'm a glutton for information.

What drives you to keep doing what you love? One of the most rewarding experiences to me is having a client seek me out to purchase a piece that they're really excited about. Seeing their eyes light up the same way mine do when the design initially pops into my mind makes my heart swell--that will never get old. But.. who would have trouble getting motivated to use a blowtorch at 9 in the morning, anyway?

An Autumn 2010 essential: I have this Sterling silver and Swarovski Crystal ring by Jessica Elliot that I actually get stopped in the street for. It's her "Floating" Double-Finger ring-- the silver is invisible from the top view, and three crystals give the illusion that they are floating between your fingers. I love it! See it for yourself right here: http://www.jessicaelliot.com/store/home.php?cat=386.

An NYC secret that isn't so secret anymore: Improv Everywhere. If you're reading this, and you're not already an "agent," you should sign up. No Pants Subway Ride 2011, can't wait!

Your favorite place to shop: Junk, in Brooklyn. It's a crazy store full of old stuff that no one really needs, like antlers and old suitcases and junior olympics medals.

Were can we find more about you, and see your work? www.jalnar.com

John Troxel is a photographer and editor based in Chicago.

JALNAR DHANANI

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"I DREAMED AND DESIGNED AND JUST BREATHE IT

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SKETCHED AND SEWED AND I IN. . .IT'S EUPHORIC"

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By INK Staff

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SPANISH MOSS VINTAGE Photography John Troxel Hair Dee DeSalu Model Lyric Lincoln

Suzanne Ford Carafano is the owner, stylist, and designer behind Spanish

2006 Spanish Moss is an online boutique specializing in statement

Moss and American Gold since SMV's inception in 2006. Although hav-

vintage pieces for tastemakers, artists, and It girls. Fans include

ing experience only on the journalism side of the fashion industry,

Daisy Lowe, Erin Wasson, Sky Ferreira, The Wildfox Girls, Scout

Suzanne began SMV with an addiction to rare vintage clothing and

Willis, Ruby Stewart, Krystal Simpson and Pamela Lowe. Span-

a promise to herself to never work a job she hated again. When

ish Moss also features a carefully curated collection of the most

she isn't scouring the states for exquisite vintage or sketching

quality and progressive independent designers in the Shop New

designs for American Gold, you can find her writing works of fic-

section of the site. In addition, Spanish Moss designs and produces

tion and reading books in bed all day, driving through or moving

a signature clothing line - American Gold - that is manufactured

to a new state every few months, sleeping under the stars in the

in California. Finally, Spanish Moss hosts the SMV Mag, a blog col-

desert, and dancing to classic rock and old country in her favorite

lective written by carefully selected fashionistas and SMV girls to

dive bars. Over the past years SMV's staff has grown and makes

keep you updated on the latest street style and runway trends, art,

it's "homebase" in the Golden State.

literature, music, and progressive culture.

For those who don't know...what is Spanish Moss Vintage? Founded in

So you design some of the pieces sold at Spanish Moss Vintage? Spanish

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"ALL THINGS SOUTHWESTERN, MAXI DRESSES, MAXI SWEATERS, OVERSIZE ARMY JACKETS, BELL BOTTOMS..."

Moss designs "American Gold" a collection of vintage inspired clothing produced in the Golden State of California. Always made of the finest silks, crochets, and cottons, each material in the American Gold collection is handpicked to construct a supremely soft garment of the highest quality and attention to detail. Check it out for yourself at www.TheAmericanGold.com.

What trends and staple garments are you thinking will be a big hit this fall? All things South-Western, maxi dresses, maxi sweaters, oversize army jackets, bell bottoms...

INK Staff is, you guessed it, the INK Staff.

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"FANS INCLUDE DAISY LOWE, ERIN WASSON, SKY FERREIRA, THE WILDFOX GIRLS, SCOUT WILLIS, RUBY STEWART, KRYSTAL SIMPSON AND PAMELA LOWE"

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BY INK STAFF PHOTOGRAPHY JOHN TROXEL MODEL AMBER GIBSON @ AGENCY GALATEA

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AUTUMN'S JEWELRY DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT FALLS ON AKONG LONDON IN THE DWINDLING HOURS OF THE DAY

For Nicole Akong, designing jewelry is a relatively new pursuit—the fulfil-

strangers alike, she decided to take a leap of faith and officially

ment of a dream to spend her life making beautiful things.

launched her own jewelry label at the start of 2010.

Born and raised in the West Indies, Nicole’s early academic

Akong London is a young couture jewelry house with one

achievements were always underpinned by a rogue creative streak.

clear ethos—to make stand-out, statement jewelry with univer-

By age 7, she already held distinctions in dance and music. Aged

sal high-fashion appeal. Nicole’s work features everything from

10, she learnt to use her mother’s sewing machine and would

semi-precious gemstones, glass and crystal, to feathers, fur, velvet

spend all her free time creating entire collections of Barbie clothes.

and lashings of gold and silver chains; but it is only after rounds

She wrote a novel at 16 and at 18, left home to go to university in

of merciless editing and fastidious construction that her signature

Miami and graduated with a degree in Fine Art in 1999. From there,

look emerges. Since the launch of the label, it has attracted the at-

she moved to London where she immediately fell in love with the

tention of fashion insiders everywhere and is set to become a cult

city’s vibrant culture, and spent the next eight years building a

favorite among style hunters in the know.

successful career in the city by day and DJing by night.

In 2008, she took her first jewelry-making course and it proved a perfect outlet to channel her abundance of creative energy. With her jewelry attracting the attention of friends, colleagues and

INK Staff is, you guessed it, the INK Staff.

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SINCE THE LAUNCH OF THE LABEL, IT HAS ATTRACTED THE ATTENTION OF FASHION INSIDERS

By Rebecca Arenas

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FEATHERS ARE A GIRL'S BEST FRIEND Photography Victoria Daaboul Model Josephine Vittoria

Up-and-coming jewelry maker Josephine Vittoria always had an itch to create, and so it was less than a year ago that she locked herself in her house for a couple of months and came out with her jewelry line, Oyeloria.

Vittoria’s autumn collection is a feather-focused frenzy. It is an in-your-face line for the no-nonsense woman who knows who she is and where she is going.

At the same time, Vittoria is able to infuse fragility in each piece with the use of pearls and crystals to enhance the beauty and delicacy of the female.

Born and raised in Montreal, Vittoria grew up in a culturally rich family of Venezuelan and Italian Descent. She was therefore raised speaking Italian to her parents, Spanish to her paternal grandmother, English at school and French on the streets.

Vittoria accredits this knowledge of other countries and cultures as a source of inspiration. “Spanish culture fascinates me: the language, the lifestyle, the music. It’s all so colorful, so real.

They enjoy what earth offers them."

To see the full Oyeloria collection visit www.oyeloria.com.

Rebecca Arenas is a writer.

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"IT'S ALL SO COLORFUL, SO REAL. THEY ENJOY WHAT THE EARTH OFFERS THEM" designer josephine vittoria wears one of her handmade earrings.

By Molly Bright-Hughes

IT GIRL Photography Joy Newell

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reminiscent of a fifties housewife in the Marc Jacobs Fall 2010 show, I embraced it instantly as, quite simply, a pleasant break from the allblack rocker look we’ve been bombarded with the past several seasons.

Suddenly platform booties, second-skin miniskirts, and harshly structured jackets that, let’s be real, only really found success on a lanky frame, no longer represented forwardness in fashion.

That show brought an entirely new taste to my palate, one that awakened and rejuvenated my attention and excitement. Then it happened again. And again. And again. Each show, each designer bringing a new twist and energy to the trend, seizing my appreciation and fondness with every look.

Dolce & Gabana stunned me with their ultra-sultry take on that hourglass shape, mixing airily draped fabrics with synched waists and layered sheers in body-hugging styles. Dries Van Noten polarized the femme fatale attitude with a remarkably straightforward, no-frill approach. Using a utilitarian aesthetic and menswear tailoring, he presented selection of confident and simple pieces juxtaposed in a classic and ladylike collection. Fendi, Louis Vuitton, and Prada approached the fifties rather literally, fashioning looks straight out of Vogue half a century ago. Long, full skirts, structured bodies, belted and accented natural waists, coats, and quintessential retro updo’s graced their runways.

I am grateful to fall for allowing us to wear real clothes again (I’m pretty sure the fashion world has exhausted it’s boyfriend tee and cutoff-shorts supply), and cannot think of a better way to celebrate than adding such body-complementary pieces to my wardrobe. A waist, a bust, and pair of hips are certainly things to be proud of. I plan on flaunting that pride straight to the new year.

Molly Bright-Hughes is a writer and blogger based in Los Angeles.

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"THE SHOW BROUGHT AN ENTIRELY NEW TASTE TO MY PALATE, ONE THAT AWAKENED AND REJUVENATED MY ATTENTION AND EXCITEMENT"

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"A WAIST, A BUST, AND PAIR OF HIPS ARE CERTAINLY THINGS TO BE PROUD OF. I PLAN ON FLAUNTING THAT PRIDE STRAIGHT INTO THE NEW YEAR"

By Carolina Engman

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WHO? A 23-YEAR-OLD TREASURE-HUNTING PASTALOVING ROCK-BOHEMIAN GIRL WHO WORKS AS A FREELANCE STYLIST AND WRITER, AND RUNS A STYLE BLOG CALLED FASHION SQUAD ALEXANDER WANG

Alexander This luscious cape jacket from closet for my in ing hang been has Wang her a month, just waiting for the weat as the soon As . gods to cool things down the down fly I'll , ping drop degrees start h! ooos Swoo an!

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HEADGEAR

olute favorite Goldie is one of my abs it's almost pieces. Unfortunately eone when impossible to hug som n, no gain! pai no you wear it, but

BOOKS

Three amazing

books for interi or on, all available

design inspirati

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at Anthropologie .

ANTHROPOLOGIE

One of the best things about mov ing to the United States is that I get to spend hours and hour s at Anthropologie, my favorite store in the entire worl d!

DISCO SHOES

ill e Litas w ing that th ad re sp e co ar 70;s dis Rumours a glittery ailable in soon be av s, please! edition. Ye

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EYE CANDY SHOE HARNESSES

p up shoes that I'm

2 Bandits to pim harnesses from The I use these amazing rks like a charm! getting tired of. It wo

LEATHER JACKET After years of searching, I've finally found the perfect leather jacket. Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you my new bad boy from INBY! Image by Dan Carlberg.

love gem at Forever 21. I I picked up this little sorcery! and gic ma d by black jewelry that is inspire

VINTAGE BELT A gold chain and tas

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LE LABO

Fall is just around the corner and it's time to stock up on

candles. I love scented ones from Le Labo!

MAXI DRESS This leopard print maxi dress is from H&M. Purrrrrr! Image by Dan Carlberg.

HATS

Over the years I hav e developed a crazy obsession for headge ar—be it hats, turban s, headbands or just a scarf tied around my head.

Without them, I feel completely naked.

JUNK

apartords as art in my I love using old rec at JUNK nd rs LP that I fou ment. This Star Wa of my e on is ) $5! (for only in Williamsbourg favorite pieces.

MOVING

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My boyfriend and I just mov ed to New York, and even though our sublet fell thro and we've had to moved ugh eight times in ten days, I love it. There's something about this city. Image by magical Dan Carlberg.

PONCHO

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DRESS

I'm in love with this flowy dress from Swedish brand Nakkna's S/S 11 collection. It looks like something

straight out of a dream!

SHOE LOVE These are my all-time favorite shoes.

Period. Jeffrey Campbell for president!

FAVORITE JEWELRY

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This pigeon foot from also function as a wea amazing, it's talons Not only does it look

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BACKPACK

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Comic Strip by Serge Gainsbourg.

Right on top of my wishlist for Christmas is this velvet backpack by Alexander Wang.

By Tori McBride

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LET'S GET SOME SHOES THE BOOTS TO WEAR THIS AUTUMN Photography John Troxel

I have found myself falling in love with more shoes than any season past, and for good reason: shoes have tapped into their most extreme tendencies, ranging from the highest heights to the lowest lows. Boot heights are thigh high or ankle low, and heels are fabulously towering or comfortably flat. Expect nothing understated; these boots are furcovered, laced-up, and leather. Paul and Joe showed slouchy overthe-knee boots and Burberry presented ankle boots, both trimmed with shearling as per the trend. Michael Kors balanced chunky sweaters with tundra-worthy fur boots. The boots at Christopher Kane were less intended for the snow than for show, as evidenced by the open crisscross laces. If you find yourself buying as many boots as I am, don’t worry. These boots will be around for a while, and will transition easily into Spring.

Tori McBride is a stylist and designer based in Chicago.

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By INK Staff

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MAKEUP SO BRIGHT IT SHOULD BE ILLEGAL AN INTERVIEW WITH THE FOUNDER OF LIMECRIME Illustration Chelsey Scheffe

What made you, Doe Deere, want to start Limecrime? There are two

reason I started this company, so I can have the colors and prod-

types of cosmetic brands: ones that take makeup too seriously

ucts I've always dreamed of!

(great quality, boring black packaging) and ones that don't take themselves seriously enough (low-end product packaged in a cute

What are some of your favorite products? My favorite lipstick is

jar). I wanted to create a line of professional quality cosmetics in

Airborne Unicorn (a soft purple) and my favorite Magic Dust eye-

creative packaging - at a reasonable price. I love makeup, but I am

shadow is Lime Criminal (our signature shade).

also a girl who wouldn't be caught dead touching up out of a plain black tube—give me purple, pink, and holographic unicorns!

In addition, I've historically had trouble getting a hold of

Lastly, were can our readers find out more about Limecrime? Shop: http://www.LimeCrimeMakeup.com, blog: http://www.DoeDe-

makeup in bright colors that didn't go on sheer. Lime Crime offers

ereBlogazine.com, Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/limecrime,

lipsticks and eyeshadows that go on opaque and true-to-color

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/limecrime.

effortlessly.

When did you start Limecrime? 2008.

We have to know, do you wear Limecrime? Of course! That's the

INK Staff is, you guessed it, the INK Staff.

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"GIVE ME PURPLE, PINK, AND HOLOGRAPHIC UNICORNS!" this is sandra, a fashion blogger living in london. we love her style blog, 5 inch & up! check it out at 5inchandup.blogspot.com

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By Promise Newell

IF I CAN DREAM Photography Joy Newell Creative Direction Promise Newell Styling Molly Bright Hughes Makeup Natalie Faye Hair Ashlie Sampson Model Giglianne Braga

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"Don't worry about the cameras, trust me—you'll get used to them," Giglianne Braga exclaims, as she animatedly saunters to the room where she is to be prepared for hair and makeup. Being readied for yet another photo shoot, she keenly studies her cuticles, noticing sparkly teal polish and lets out a squeal, "I can't believe I forgot to take this off!" She smiles with full lips, and settles into the chair with a relaxed sigh as a makeup artist dusts a shimmery powder over her brow. From each corner of the room, a tucked away AXIS camera captures her every move.

Giglianne, 21, lives in "The Dream House", a mansion in Hollywood that is monitored night and day by 56 cameras that stream live footage onto the internet. Part of a project created by American Idol Producer Simon Fuller, Giglianne is one of the five participants on If I Can Dream, a reality show that is currently airing on Hulu as it prepares to debut on a network station. Based around the lives of these five individuals, the show follows their daily routine as they strive to make it in their chosen industries.

Born in Brazil, yet a New Jersey native, Giglianne frequently commuted to New York City for castings before landing a part on.

If I Can Dream in an ostensible whim. Known best for her seemingly coy, yet upbeat character, Giglianne has already established quite a resume since her initial move into the house earlier in March. In just six short months , she has already appeared in three music videos, worked with many photographers including Brian Bowan Smith, for “Protect the Skin You’re In” campaign, by Marc Jacobs. And PETA, with Robert Sebree.

Currently, her days are filled with an exhaustible excess of photo shoots, collaborations, auditions, and interviews. Confronted with a complacent charisma, Giglianne seems to take each day

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with a no-muss-no-fuss attitude as every opportunity is met with a surge of unreserved energy. “I absolutely love beautiful photos”,

As Giglianne adjusts to life behind a lens, she also acclimates to a career in which every minute detail is constantly scrutinized.

says Giglianne, “Modeling gives me the opportunity to travel and

Alarmingly future-oriented, she appears circumstantially unper-

along the way, I'd like to help inspire others.”

turbed, “This project has been a complete dream-a chance of a

When Giglianne isn’t spending time in front of a camera, she spends most of her free time…in front of a camera. Every second of her daily routine from waking up, getting dressed and eating

lifetime,” said Giglianne, “the experience can be a ‘bug out’, but so many opportunities have come out of it.”

As the months unfold, and the show prepares to debut on a

meals, to studying her pours in the mirror, to dancing to Lady Gaga

network station, Giglianne stands on the threshold of celebrity

in her PJ’s is recorded for viewers to watch on demand. “The only

success as her dream of becoming a renowned model fuels her

two places I have to hide out are the actual toilet room, and my

ambition, “I would go crazy if I ever had the opportunity to shoot

closet,” said Giglianne, “but that was part of the agreement- total

with Giselle [Bundchen]” says Giglianne, “She is such a goddess!”

lack of privacy!”

It takes a special type of temperament to be able to handle the

Surrounded by an illustrious charm of her own, Giglianne truly shines in her real life Truman Show. “As long as I'm enjoying the

strain of reality television, as any purportedly unscripted situation

ride, that's all that matters,” said Giglianne, “creating beautiful and

could easily be turned into a dramatic schadenfreude. Giglianne is

interesting photos keeps me going.”

open to the creative prospect of the circumstances, yet approaches

Although her delicate features and striking qualities set her

this subject with awareness, “I remember one time when I first

apart, it is her boisterous allure and compelling talent that bears

moved into the house, I was having a moment to myself on my

the unmistakable earmarks of a real star.

balcony, hiding in the shade from the bright sun", said Giglianne, " It ended up being filmed for an episode, and I ended up being portrayed like I was trying to hide from the cameras- like I was terrified or something!"

Promise Newell is a writer based in Los Angeles.

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Walking up to Yotam Solomon’s Hollywood Hills home, one immediately senses a sort of understated quiet and stillness. Though both pleasant and engaging, Yotam maintains a certain peacefulness that leads one to believe he is an incredibly thoughtful individual.

The same could be said for his unique clothing. An initial glimpse of an assorted rack of archived pieces from his self-titled collection instantly discerns his delicate method: nothing Yotam Soloman does is haphazard or on-a-whim. Instead, his aesthetic is careful. Detailed. Finessed. Each piece with its own lustrous personality and special property.

From imported, hand-made glass adornments to leather shoulder pieces and remarkably delicate appliquÊd necklines, Yotam presents a diligently efforted selection of effortless-looking pieces. Utilizing a fair mixture of details, attentive draping, strategic cutouts, split sleeves, and a beautiful palate of rich color, he creates something entirely unique. Yotam Solomon’s collection is something any girl would lust for. Needless to say, we definitely

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Yotam Solomon

BY MOLLY BRIGHT-HUGHES PHOTOGRAPHY JOY NEWELL CREATIVE DIRECTION PROMISE NEWELL ASSISTANT NICHOLAS WHITFORD STYLING MOLLY BRIGHT HUGHES MAKEUP DANIELLE HARTNETT HAIR ASHLIE SAMPSON MODEL GIGLIANNE BRAGA

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didn’t mind getting to play with it all day.

which might cost a little more but will last longer and will help to save our plant. It really easy to manufacture in poor countries

When did you first become interested in design? I wish I could go

overseas, but it’s important to manufacture goods domestically to

back in time (probably before I remember) I can say that everyone

help sustain the economy. Make sure to look for my new collec-

noted my fashion skill as back as at Junior High. There was always

tion Spring 2011 inspired by the Oil Spill to raise awareness, while

an existing sense of style. Growing up I was aware of general style

proceeds will be given to help clean this mega disaster.

and upcoming trends being that I recognized them before they became publicly recognized. We all have our individual style, while

Who is the most memorable celebrity you have worked with, and why?

some of us need help to better execute it while I hope to assist

Victoria Beckham was one of the most extraordinary icons that

many with my designs.

I had the pleasure of working with; she was very easy going and has a great sense of humor. We shot a very fun campaign for LG’s

How were your collections received by your mentors and other students at FIDM? I am happy to say that I am very grateful for all of

Lotus Elite Cell phone, after we collaborated to design a collection inspired by the phone.

the support that we still receive from colleagues, former professors, the industry and my amazing customers and supporters.

It’s a privilege to be able to do what I enjoy, and receive amaz-

Tell us about your collaboration with Victoria Beckham for your capsule collection. I got a call from LG asking me about doing a

ing feedback from our great industry.

How did growing up in Israel affect the aesthetic of your designs? I think that having grown in a culture inspired by so many different elements has completely shaped my way of thinking and along with my creativity.

Israel is a beautiful place enriched with different cultures and much history; it was a pleasure growing up in that environment. I hope that one day we can all be friends in the Middle East, but the governments have to set it up and think about things other than pride and money.

being a designer I try to only use materials that work in a cradle to cradle manner being that after usage they will be able to be taken apart reused or recycled. It is amazing how easy it is, and the next time you shop around try to look for fashion with an essence

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How do you incorporate eco-friendly substances in your collections?

Sustainability and eco friendly are subjects close to my heart, and

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project with them, after asking for further details we set a meeting after which I found out that Victoria has selected me to collaborate with on designing fashion around the new bold cellular phone. I had a great time, where I ended on a commercial that ran for a few months on MTV. What is next for the Yotam Solomon Brand? The new collection Spring 2011 is finally offered to retailers on a massive scale, as I began my business being a private clientele label. The new collection is inspired by the oil spill as it’s a close subject to my heart where I hope to raise awareness to saving our planet and ecological systems, being that I try to create beauty out of hardship. Together we can make everything happen and I hope to demonstrate that with this collection.

Molly Bright-Hughes is a writer and blogger based in Los Angeles.

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Claudia through a friend of a friend (photographer Taylor Wilder) at a test shoot, and immediately I knew I was going to photograph her again.

And I did. When I showed up at the second of our test shoots, Claudia came to the car to help me with some of my things and I noticed her purple romper, and again was impressed by her personal style and taste. Again the shoot went well. Claudia and I worked together again numerous times, along with styling editor Tori McBride. I was actually photographed with Claudia by Chris Wilocki for Shock & Awe Magazine. I was continually impressed by her personal taste, as well as her work ethic in both modeling and in school. Immediately when we decided that INK Autumn 2010 would be The People Issue, I called up Claudia about doing the cover & covershoot. From there it went as usual, resulting in a strong set of images and a fantastic cover! We wanted to photograph Claudia in her natural habitat, as well as in a more "work-related" environment. We met at her home and shot the first half of the set, and then met again downtown.

We used pieces from Claudia's wardrobe as well as pieces we had pulled for the shoot, infusing her personal style with ours.

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"...AND AGAIN WAS IMPRESSED BY HER PERSONAL STYLE"

queen of the jungle claudia wears a forever 21 leopard print dress from her own wardrobe

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waiting her turn claudia wears a dress by forever 21 and stylist tori mcbride's earrings

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"IMMEDIATELY WHEN WE DECIDED INK AUTUMN WOULD BE THE PEOPLE ISSUE, I CALLED UP CLAUDIA"

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casting call off to a casting call, claudia wears stylist tori mcbride's jacket, jeans and sunglasses, and a shirt by rvca. a vintage scarf and rings complete the look

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bus stop ready to catch the bus in style, claudia wears stylist tori mcbride's jacket, jeans and sunglasses, and a shirt by rvca. a vintage scarf and rings complete the look

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FACTORY GIRL Photography John Rozier Assistant David Ducane Art Direction Cari Gadamus Fashion Editor Sara Be @ Love Illuminati Makeup Kasey Golden Model Tatsiana @ Commence Quest

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page 109 fur & jacket vintage dress katra michener necklace sarabe shoes micheal kors

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HAT HAIR Photography Ailine Liefeld Styling & Assistance Julia Danckwerth Hair & Makeup Eva Dieckhoff Model Rosa @ IZAIO Models Fashion Design Artischocki Hat Design Konstanze Luise Rafalski

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Autumn Daze PHOTOGRAPHER GRANT HEINLEIN MOVES IN FRONT OF HIS OWN LENS IN LAID-BACK AUTUMN LOOKS

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50'S INSPIRED Photography Marissa Chafez Styling Tamara Darden Makeup Nikky H Hair Nyrisha Model Riley Larkin

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AUTUMN AFTERNOON Photography Kira Bucca Styling Ayesha Fly Chick Hair & Makeup Vanessa Melanson

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Model Amanda Tataryn @ Sutherland Models

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page 136 tunic h&m fashion against aids collection wood bead necklace le chateu

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Once Upon A November

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THE LOST TOUCH Photography & Styling David Urbanke

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AUTUMN EXPOSURES Photography Matthew Holmes Styling Matthew Holmes, The People of Pittsford Makeup Shreya Thaker Models Julia Merrell, Sasha Klishchenko

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URBAN NOMAD Photography Shirley Yu Styling Angelina Vivace Makeup Wenya Chang

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Model Emily Carter @ Ford Models

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ADAM GALLAGHER Hey Adam, how are you? I'm great, John! Soaking up the summer

I'm feeling that day! The weather, music icons, colors, books and

sun, taking pictures, blogging, having smoothies and pool parties,

more all benefit my imagination process while styling. Following

and of course shopping have all been lately included in my life!

that, I find the one piece of clothing that pertains to that concept the most, wether it be shoes, glasses, bag or whatever...and I can

For those who don't know who you are, tell them...who are you? My name is Adam Gallagher, I'm 19 years young, I'm a libra who is ob-

go from there. imagination, visualization, and creation are the big steps in styling for me.

sessed with fashion styling, musical theatre, and anything artistic.

I live in a nice town called Riverside in California, and I like it but I'm ready to move to Los Angeles to start my fashion career!

What do you think is going to be a staple in our Autumn wardrobes this season? Haha, well, by the looks of this upcoming runway season its going to be a lot of browns, blacks, grays, sportswear...fur..

What would you say would be the biggest "dream come true" if you

fitted military inspired jackets and suits.

could get one? It would be an absolute dream come true if I could become the next "Rachel Zoe" celebrity fashion stylist. Right now I'm studying in different fields of styling, and becoming more mar-

And you knew it was coming...favorite designers and labels? I adore Chloe, Christian Siriano, and of course, Chanel.

ketable with the different jobs I take. Hopefully it all pays off and so I can live a happy, simple life.

If you could meet anyone in this industry for lunch, who would it be and why? Rachel Zoe...I want to know how she made it and the

How are you working to really break out into the industry? I'm

proper steps to take to be in her position in 10 or 20 years.

interning and working in a lot of fashion fields pertaining to styling. Photographer's assistant, magazine styling and hopefully

Anything in the works you want to leave us with...any collaborations

backstage runway work! Cross your fingers! I'm also keeping up on

or projects to tell us about? I have a few fun projects I'm going to be

my blog and outfit posts so if a company happens to see my work,

working on in LA...a new magazine has asked me to be a stylist...

then they can contact me!

as well as helping a flaunt magazine editorial shoot, hopefully!

As for LookBook.nu and my blog, keep an eye out! I don't plan on

For a stylist, and over all style junkie...we want to know how you

stopping my posts or outfit inspirations anytime soon!

go about putting together an ensemble. I like to start with a concept.

Anything and everything inspires me so it all depends on what

Thanks Adam! Thank you!

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JOHN MICHAEL SZCZEPANIAK-GILLECE Hey John! First off, how are you? I am doing really well. I try to smile everyday.

How are you going to change the world? I am not going to change the world, but I can be part of the movement.

Good! John Michael Szczepaniak-Gillece is quite the name. What do your friends call you? Tell the readers who you are and what it is you do.

My friends call me JM or that damn kid.

Do you have any favorite photographers? I honestly enjoy Flickr. I could say something really smart and say a photographer from the 1920's but I like the present. I respect all photographers, but I must

You've done 'The 365 Project" successfully twice, and are in the middle

say I do have my favorites.

of your third year. Will there be a fourth? No. I really think I am coming up to a point in my life that history doesn't need to repeat itself a fourth time.

What are three things not many people know about you? Thanks so much for your time, John! I love odd things. I think that is why I think unicorns are so funny and collect things with them on it.

What really is your dream? What is the goal? What are you working

Sometimes I don't shower right after coming home from the beach

for? My dream is to be a well respected actor, writer, and director

because I like the feeling of sand in my hair. I get over happy when

of film. I am working to make film amazing again. I want to make

someone follows me on any site like Flickr, Twitter, or Tumblr. It

a classic or an hour plus long movie that touches someone's life.

makes me feel like I am doing something right.

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SAIGE ROWE Where your located? The Atlanta Suburbs, GA.

or what would it be? I really want to work with models, no specifics yet, and this is totally cliche, but I would absolutely love to photo-

Hey! How are you? I am doing just fine... even though school started way early this year.

The most basic question in the book, but important...how did you get

graph Mary Kate Olsen. Through everything she's done, I still think she's gorgeous, and cool, and her style is so amazing.

What do your friends and family think of your photographs...assum-

into photography? I've always been really into the fashion industry.

ing they know you love photography? They're all very supportive,

I wanted to design clothes for the longest time, but unfortunately,

although it's hard to get my friends to model for me. Not all, but

I am a terrible sew-er. When I started taking a Graphic Design

most of the people here think photography is, "Smile!" click. And

class my sophomore year of high school, my eyes were opened to

that's it. It's not very artistic in the suburbs.

the really artistic side of advertisements and editorials, especially in fashion magazines. I found myself really interested in how the

Were do you want to go with your photography? Do you want to make

photos were taken, and the lighting, and the clothing. Immersing

it your career? Oh my gosh, yes! This is what I want to do for the

myself in the magazines, obsessing over them, discovering Flickr

rest of my life. I want to do editorials, and lookbooks, and ads for

and other outlets for creativity really sealed the deal for me. So for

designers. It's the only career that I've really thought about and

my 16th birthday I got my first DSLR.

realized that I will never bore of it. It's such an addiction, and the good thing is, I won't need rehab for it.

Your style is so dream-like, and has a very great consistency to it...do you notice a common theme to your photos? I take so many pictures

Lastly, for the tech junkies...what camera do you use? I use a Pentax

and try different editing styles and ideas, every shot feels distinc-

k2000d (km for outside of America). It's a good travel camera and

tive. I've never really noticed a common theme, but I do want

I use it to the best of it's abilities, but I'm ready to upgrade at any

consistency to separate me from others. I want people to know me

time. I also use a Minolta film SLR, but I've yet to develop the film

by my photographs, to be able to recognize my aesthetic.

yet (I'm extremely sparing of it).

What is your favorite thing to photograph? I love photographing

Thanks for your time! You are very welcome.

people because they can portray every other thing. Emotions, objects, art. They bring so much to a picture that nothing else can.

If you could photograph anything or anyone in the whole world....who

John Troxel is a photographer and editor based in Chicago.

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By Monica Merel

SOFT & PALE Photography Brian Markham

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When you think Miami you think soft, sweet and pale, right?

I know it seems a little out of character for the city that’s known

in the room.

The Sun-Kissed: I’m tan skinned so I can relate to these readers

for its bold lifestyle but we can even bring it down a few notches

the most. A beige that exactly matches our skin tones leaves the

from time to time and bring back some femininity. High wasted

illusion that we’re wearing nothing at all. Of course, we INK girls

straight leg trousers in earth tones, sweet soft pink strapless ruf-

are no floozies, so what I recommend is an off-white outfit with

fled dress convenient for day and evening and skin colored shoes

a hint of beige. Add some lace and you’ve got a winning combina-

compliment every outfit (no exaggeration!). This is whats fashion

tion. Consider a lacy top with a white pair of pants and a nude

people-watchers, like myself, see when roaming the streets. Which

shoe, and no one will forget you as you walk out the door.

I think is an appropriate change of pace.

Designers like Chloe and BCBG have started to use more lace

The Chocolate: Like my dulce de leche ladies, my chocolate skinned friends can go around in color-matching tones. You’ll get

and pastel based tones to compliment every skin type. To clarify

disapproving looks from woman and very approving looks from

what’s appropriate for your skin type let me break it down:

the male overseers. Luckily, you ladies can wear the actual beige

The Pale Beauty: Soft pink combination of shoes, dress and jewelry are surprisingly flattering. I say ‘surprisingly’ because I’m not a woman who likes to be ‘matchy-matchy’ but a look like that

colors.

Now go! Indulge in a couple of pieces that compliment your wants! Just make sure they’re sticking to the color scheme.

actually compliments each other. The combo of the matching shoes and dress shoes the viewer that for one you did that on purpose and two that you’re not nude. It brings the center of attention on you because you’ll be the most put together piece of art

Monica Merel is a writer based in Miami.

By INK Staff

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THE MODEL LIFE Photography Matthew Wilson Styling Tova McCall @ Judy Inc Makeup Theresa Nuth @ Lelo Artistry Hair Whitney Kril @ Judy Inc. Models Carlton @ Elmer Olsen Model Management, Mike @ Elmer Olsen Model Management, Alex @ NAM, Quinn @ NAM, Rashel @ Velocci Models Bicycles Curbside Cycle

CARLTON

Do you bike? Yes, for fun and travel.

What's your favorite fall item? Zip-up hoodies.

What's your most embarrassing moment? One time when I was doing a runway show I had to wear a garment that's the closest thing to a man thong. My Mom was at the show. Not one of my proudest moments.

How old were you when you started modeling? 16.

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ALEX

MIKE

What's your favorite fall item? Boots.

What's your favorite fall item? I just like jeans.

What's your most embarrassing moment? One time during a

What's your most embarrassing moment? I don't have an

photoshoot I was wearing couplets (padding for boobs filled with

embarrassing modeling moment yet.

Do you bike? Not at all.

Do you bike? No, I don't.

water or silicone) and one burst all over me!

How old were you when you started modeling? 16.

How old were you when you started modeling? 18.

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RASHEL

Do you bike? Sometimes, for fun.

What's your favorite fall item? Leather and fun.

What's your most embarrassing moment? Once when I was doing a runway show, I could feel my shoe starting to slip off my foot.

Luckily before I drifted off to the side, the shoe fixed itself and I continued walking.

How old were you when you started modeling? 15.

QUINN

Do you bike? Yes. What's your favorite fall item? Oversized t-shirts and sweatshirts.

What's your most embarrassing moment? Once at an outdoor shoot I was wearing very high heels and because the ground was so rocky, I had to be carried by two people everywhere I went.

How old were you when you started modeling? 19.

INK Staff is, you guessed it, the INK Staff.

"the ground was so rocky i had to be carried by two people everywhere i went"

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By Sepehr Maghsoudi

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A SHORT STORY ABOUT SEPEHR Photography Rinaldi Djohor Assistant Mervin Klerks Styling Sepehr Maghsoudi Hair & Makeup Rosita Doerbali-Timal, Sanne Van Hezik Models Rosalinde Kikstra, Emma Myrthe Simon

I have always been around fashion, with pretty much my entire family active in different parts of the industry. Hanging around and playing with garments as a kid. I am not sure why exactly but I chose architecture and construction in college, got my degree, but felt empty, like it wasn't my thing, you know? So I started in fashion school and go figure, it was exactly what I needed and wanted.

Since then I changed my style a couple of times, like a journey in the unknown. Searched what styles I love, like all designers do when they are just starting out. Always trying to enhance myself

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and broaden my horizon with every collection. I participated with

tuned for that! The opening of my own store and a new collection

Project Catwalk, the Dutch version of Project Runway. From that

of ready-to-wear and haute couture is also coming up; I'm very

show I learned a lot about workflow, making decisions faster,

busy and I absolutely love it.

the ability to let go certain things and move on. Listening to my heart and just going with my instincts.

I am very happy where I am now; things are going well and

Sepehr was born in 1982 and lives in a small city called Hoorn, about half

having great and nice people in my life is really a blessing. People

an hour out of Amsterdam. Sepehr manages his own label, and designs

that are willing to help me, just because they want to. And I can't

for Dutch VIPs.

say much about it right now but there will be a show on television

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about me that is going to be broadcasted in 50 countries, so stay

By Monica Merel

HUMBLED HOMELESS Photography Humility Now

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I want you to ask yourself a question and I want you to answer honestly.

Miami who would feast on their blessings.

Tell me if you have ever actually stopped to have a conversation

They do more organized activities since the days of scrummag-

with a homeless person. I’m not saying giving them a quarter, or

ing for food. Now they do more charitable events that everyone in

saying ‘sorry I don’t have any change,’ but have you actually ever

the community can get involved in. The very first event was held

asked them about their story. Most of us, we probably answered

last Thanksgiving. It was a traditional Turkey-style clothing drive

‘No.’ But why? Why do the homeless to us seem so unapproach-

and Bar-B-Que. With much loving embrace, the volunteers and the

able? Why can’t most of us just take the time to sit and take to our

attendees got to mingle and get to know one another as more than

neighbor?

just neighbors.They had over 150 volunteers contribute their time

At only nineteen, Julio Anta and a couple of friends decided to

to the event. Since then Humility Now has been lucky enough to

create their own non-profit organization called Humility Now to

host three other events and I’m constantly getting a new event

make it more accessible to give and interact with the homeless.

invitation from them daily. One of the most memorable events was

“The homeless are actual people and we just want to bring a voice

held at Talent Farm, a local venue, with over 300 people come and

to the plate...” says Anta cheerfully over the phone. Right now it

attend the show to come listen to music and fraternize. The other

is a small-scale organization with large potential. It is less than

was a free show collaborated with the non-profit called “Music

a year old, having only started in November it’s grown so rapidly

Saves Lives” at a Starbucks.

within the Miami area. Their merchandise can be scene through

What is so refreshing about Humility Now is that it is fun by a

out college campuses and their flies can be found lurking on the

very humble group of people. Their intentions are pure and just

tables in Art Walks at Wynwood. But how does someone just wake

want to spread this kind of charity at a grander scale. “I hope to

up one morning going.... “Ah, today feels like a good day to create

have different branches of Humility Now not just in Miami” says

my own non-profit.”

Anta. That means even you the reader could start something like

The idea arose for Humility Now with just a couple of friends who believed in conserving food. Anta calls their method of conservation ‘dumpster diving.’ It’s the act of going to the dumpster

this with a group of friends in your community.

I can only hope for great things to come for Humility Now. If you want to know how you could get something like this in

behind the super market and salvaging the expired food. Sounds

your community visit humilitynow.com or email them at info@

fun right? It’s actually quite sanitary. It’s regulation for super mar-

humilitynow.com.

kets to get rid of their expired food. What more people don’t know is that it just actually means that the food can’t be sold there any longer but is still edible. With this in mind, they would take these packages of goods to the local homeless people in Downtown

Monica Merel is a writer based in Miami.

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By Sarah Williams

T-SHIRTS AND CHARITY, TO THE TUNE OF INDIE ROCK Photography Alicia Vega page 220

Seizing a rare opportunity to create a new breed of philanthropy, Matthew Stotland and Casey Cohen founded Yellow Bird Project—a non profit organization that combines indie music, charity, and fashion. The triplethreat nonprofit has brought together a lineup of beloved indie rockers, and put their artistic talents to use designing exclusive t-shirts, that are sold to raise awareness and support for charities hand-picked by the artists. Collaborations with indie favorites such as Bon Iver, Grizzly Bear, and the newest additions Andrew Bird and Beach House, have produced some wildly imaginative and often whimsical designs, all available for the oh-so-affordable price of $25. Now you can satisfy your desire to do good, look fabulous, and show some love for your favorite artist all at once by indulging in these hipster friendly threads.

With a continually expanding roster, Yellow Bird Project has been able to achieve its mission of raising money and awareness for charities, while simultaneously promoting the indie musicians you already adore (and the ones you soon will). The organizations they benefit support a range of causes from The Teenage Cancer Trust, selected by their first contributor and believer Devendra Banhart, to Elvis Perkins' charity of choice, the World Wildlife Fund. Founders Matt and Casey are constantly seeking new artists and charities to work with, and hope that they'll find inspiration from indie rock fans themselves, who are encouraged to submit their ideas online.

To join the ranks of chic do-gooders, put on your favorite indie tunes and head over to yellowbirdproject.com

Sarah Williams is a writer based in Texas.

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By Liz Osban

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DANIELLE ATE THE SANDWICH Photography Someone

“I wonder if we’ll see anyone famous. Did you see anybody last night?”

the while my main goal is to get Danielle comfortable. For the

Danielle asked. “Jack Johnson” I replied. “Right around here.” I point-

past hour she’s been signing autographs, albums, and even men’s

ed to the back stage area of the main stage at the Mile High Music

chests in the hot sun after playing a set she’s sure to remember.

Festival, an annual summer gathering of musicians to perform

The crowd is full of friends, longtime fans, newfound fans and

just outside of Denver, CO. For two days, established popular art-

even past English teachers to applaud their rising star. And need-

ists such as John Mayor, The Fray, Jason Mraz, and MGMT perform

less to say, the giant “W” behind her (which stands for Weezer, the

on outdoor stages. And emerging Loveland, CO artist Danielle Ate

headlining band for Danielle’s stage), is not too bad of a feat either.

The Sandwich has just been added to the list of performers. It’s a

“I asked them if they could light up the W for me. They said no but

surreal moment for her and I as we’re whisked off from backstage

they’ll just leave it. I said okay!”

in a go-kart, passing the artists’ dressing rooms and buses. But one

Danielle Anderson, who “Ate the Sandwich,” was born in

can only wonder what’s going on in Danielle’s head. Does she even

Nebraska. She began writing songs in 6th grade, but quietly kept

have the time to fathom it all? We arrive at the media tent only

her music to herself until one fateful day in December 2008, when

to be rushed away again to our own private tent for an interview.

YouTube.com featured one of her videos. She has become a witty

The media team offers us free beverages in fancy bottles, and all

acoustic web sensation since. Her song “Public Property,” from her

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DANIELLE ANDERSON, WHO "ATE THE SANDWICH", WAS BORN IN NEBRASKA. SHE BEGAN WRITING SONGS IN 6TH GRADE, BUT QUIETLY KEPT HER MUSIC TO HERSELF, UNTIL ONE FATEFUL DAY IN DECEMBER 2008

2010 album Two Bedroom Apartment, became YouTube’s spotlight video the same day her album released, accumulating more than 500,000 viewers. Now a post-grad, full time ukulele-wielding folk musician, Danielle shares her wit on stage, then tells us what she feels about playing the festival and opening for Weezer, about the pressure to be normal, and Lady Gaga.

What was your favorite part of today’s festival so far? “I really like the behind the scenes stuff. It’s fun to just walk behind the stage.

I get a dressing room and people drive us around in golf carts! It feels really fun to get the star treatment and it makes me feel my hard work is paying off. You play crappy shows and then you play shows like this and it feels like, ‘Oh yeah! Who gives a crap about the ones that were lame because today was really great.'”

"I GOT FEATURED ON YOUTUBE'S HOMEPAGE, WHICH WAS A GREAT DAY FOR ME"

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So what do you say to musicians who feel like they’re stuck doing

ten post-college. I thought, “What do I do with myself?” I thought

crappy shows all the time? “I think it’s hard because sometimes you

college would give me all the answers, so I was spitting it back in

just have to play, play and play and you’re in a crappy spot for a

their face saying I don’t really think that leads to happy people.

long time, but I also feel that what’s meant to happen will happen;

And even if you’re successful financially you might not be happy,

so hopefully good things will happen. I think you also have to

you know, humanly.

weigh how bad you want it.

What is it you hope to accomplish through your music on a personal What are your main influences in music and in life? I like Regina

level? I want to keep playing music. That’s my goal, to just keep do-

Spektor and Death Cab for Cutie, but mostly just music as an in-

ing it. I think a lot, “Do I want to be a super famous person and try

spiration. I like words; using them in new ways that people might

to achieve that?” I think I would love to be famous. I love being the

think are weird, ugly or mundane. It’s about poetry for me almost

center of attention and feeling like a star, but also feel really happy

as it is about music.

with what I’m doing now. So if it could just stay at this level where I can just play shows and have awesome, loyal fans but still be low

So how exactly did the YouTube videos start? My friend and I made some for some songs we wrote and I thought, “Well, maybe I’ll

key, that would be great. But I also want to be famous enough to have a fragrance! Or a [fashion] design line.

make some of myself”. They just kind of starting getting more hits from local places in Colorado as well as across the seas and

One last question: “Goo goo” for Gaga? I’m such a Lady Gaga fan. I

eventually it really caught on. I got featured on YouTube’s homep-

went to her [Denver] show! After seeing her I was completely sold.

age, which was a great day for me. I think it’s part of the secret to

More than anything I love her message. Be who you are. If you’re a

my success.

freak, who cares? Don’t let anybody tell you you’re wrong for being different. I think it’s awesome that kids are listening to someone

So in your song “American Dream”, you sing, “Go to school, get a job,

who actually gives a crap about them. And I really think she does.

find a wife, settle down”. What’s your view on the pressure to follow that pattern? There was that fear that when I’d follow a creative career path, my parents were worried that I wasn’t going to make enough

Danielle actually performed her ukulele cover of Lady Gaga’s “Bad Romance” at the festival.

money or be normal enough to succeed. It’s a common pressure to be normal, to be a productive member of society, to do what you have to do to make a steady paycheck – kind of all those stupid pressures we put on each other to be normal. The song was writ-

Liz Osban is a writer based in Wyoming.

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"I'M SUCH A LADY GAGA FAN. ...MORE THAN ANYTHING I LOVE HER MESSAGE. BE WHO YOU ARE. IF YOU'RE A FREAK, WHO CARES?"

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Photography Joy Newell

Quickly gaining repertoire throughout the Inland Empire for a native sound that is compellingly tropical and outwardly direct, Naive Thieves started with two full-time members: Cameron Thorne (lead vocals, ukelele) and Levi Audette (guitar, ukelele), who wrote and meticulously constructed their From Nowhere EP with a rotating cast of associates. But recently, the Naive Thieves regular working unit has now grown to a fivetet with the addition of Kyle Garcia (bass), and live members Jaron Eldon (precussion), and Kevin Elliot (guitar).

Widening their sonic pallate, From Nowhere paints an expressive and insular picture of wandering souls with no place they’re comfortable calling home, and a seeming emotional discord to certainty. With Hawaiin-esque ukeleles and resplendent precussion, their unique sound blends into a ranging scope that ultimatly transcends locality or region.

Sometimes artists can be vague or protective about the creative process, but Naive Thieve’s Cameron Thorne and Levi Audette are refreshingly game to discuss and dissect their own methods.We recently caught up with the band to talk about their striking album, their working process, and their thirst for new challenges.

How do you know each other? Cameron: I met Levi in high school and our bands at the time played together a few times. When I decided to start a different band, I knew I wanted Levi to play drums. We became best friends and had a strange amount of musical chemistry. We shared an enjoyment for the same kinds of music, so when that band broke up, we started Naive Thieves, and the rest is history.

Kyle: I've known Cameron and Levi for a while now. Jaron and

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Kevin I met through Cameron and Levi.

sic. Sincere music from sincere people.

Jaron: I really met Levi and Cameron through a mutual friend.

I played a show with that mutual friend and Levi and Cameron

Where do you draw your inspiration from? Cameron: I love trying

were in attendance. We had delicious breakfast foods afterwards,

to compose catchy songs that get stuck in someone's head...in

and talked about so many things and got along really well. Later,

the best way possible. I like popular music in the classic sense of

that mutual friend got married, and Levi, Cameron and I were all

pop. The Beach Boys, the Beatles, Bowie, Devendra, The Strokes,

groomsmen together. Levi and I had a really great conversation

The Smiths/Morrissey...etc. Some of those fall into the category of

about creativity and drumming and music, sitting at that big table

singers with incredible/unique/interesting voices, along with Chet

with the bride and groom, haha, and I knew that he and I were

Baker, Thom Yorke, and Bob Dylan...which is something I inspire to

kindred spirits.

be vocally.

Levi: From Jerry Byrd and Alfred Apaka, to recent artists such as

Growing up in the Inland Empire, how did your environment play a role in developing your music? Cameron: Where Levi and I grew up

The Strokes and Devendra Banhart.

Jaron: I find most of my inspiration in other like-minded artists,

and went to high school, the types of music that we listened to, or

the unique and distorted way in which I, and all people, see the

were interested in playing I'd say weren't really embraced by our

world, and older, more majestic time periods. I like the mystery

community. We spent plenty of shows being the musical outcasts,

and wonder of all of that stuff.

but I'd say it was a testament to what we were doing. I never wanted to play what was popular, even thought it probably would have been more successful.

How did you start Na誰ve Thieves? Personality wise, what does each member bring to your music? Cameron: Levi and I started the Thieves

Jaron: I think the members in the band are genuinely good

out of a mutual appreciation for well composed music from other

people. I wouldn't be able to spend this much time with them if

regions of the world, be it Tropical, French Pop, Bossa Nova, as well

I didn't think so. I think it would hurt my soul too much. I think

as great independent music. We wanted to blend the two in the

growing up in this strange area east of LA had a lot to do with that.

least kitschy way possible. I think what makes us all work great

I don't mean to knock LA at all... but I see people there, at shows,

together personality wise is a shared lack of ego...if that makes

who feel absolutely nothing! And that directly influences the mu-

sense? We are all each other's biggest fans...we try hard to bring

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each other up when one of us isn't sure about something we've written.

Jaron: I'm the socially inept and awkward member. Levi is the strong silent type and dearest of friends. Cameron is almost the reluctant frontman, but has no ego whatsoever, and has an amazing moustache. Kyle is the quiet, gentle, only slightly older brother that gives you amazing haircuts. And Kevin has a certain social grace that I will never be able to grasp. And in a funny way, it wouldn't work unless everybody had all these qualities that combine in such an interesting way.

What type of reaction do you tend to get from your audience? Cameron: I'm happy to say that the vast majority of audience reaction is overall positive. Our biggest complaint that I've received is either..."the vocal mics aren't high enough in volume", or "stop drawing attention to your mistakes".But it's been great, and we have a lot of fun. The music, I'd say, for the most part is pretty happy and relaxing...I think it's hard for people to complain about either of those sentiments.

Jaron: I've very happily been a member of the audience at a number of shows. When Cameron and Levi were playing, just the two of them, the shows were very intimate, and very fun. I think there's a certain amount of 'feelgood' that goes on.

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Why do you prefer the ukulele? Cameron: When I started playing

they were inspired by French New Wave films from the sixties for

guitar around eight years ago, I stopped trying to be a "classically

the name. I love this so much, because I have such a deep love

trained" musician. I taught myself how to play completely by ear,

for those films myself, and the films are kind of unintentionally

and with every instrument I've picked up since, I've followed the

very tonal and atmospheric, and I find the Thieves' music to be

same formula. When I picked up my ukulele during the fall of

the same way. The From Nowhere EP is wonderfully cohesive, but

2009 during a trip to Hawaii to visit some family, I fell in love with

covers a lot of territory. It has a consistent tone throughout, and

the instrument. I grew up around Hawaiian music, and have al-

that tone is even similar to the feelings that those New Wave films

ways had an affinity for the chord structures, strumming patterns

evoke for me. But also, it's a wonderfully simple, catchy name. It's

and the overall tone of the ukulele. The fact that it is only four

catchy like a song. It's a name not easily forgotten.

strings helps with the whole "learning by ear" method, and makes it easier to make beautiful, interesting chords than a guitar.

If you could collaborate with any musical artist, who would it be?

Cameron: Joe Strummer from the Clash, or Noah Georgeson.

Where did you play your first show, and what was it like? Levi: Cameron and I played The Village Grind in Wrightwood, a popular

Kyle: Either with Jonsi from Sigur Ros or Thom Yorke.

Jaron: A lot of us really admire the songwriter/producer/film

showcase for our old band. The performance was stripped and

composer/performer/complete madman, Jon Brion. I would love

juvenile, and a local newspaper reviewed it as " a disappointment"

to collaborate with him, or even play a show where he has held a

It was more or less an invitation to our friends to show what he

residency for well over ten years, Largo, in Los Angeles.

and I had been writing that summer.

What makes Na誰ve Thieves unique? Cameron: It's never been Why did you name yourself Naive Thieves? Levi: The name stems

Levi's or my goal to confuse anyone with our music...we have no

from our appreciation of French New Wave director Jean Luc Go-

desire to be avant guarde, we just want to write great catchy songs

dards films in which he illustrates the archetypal thief character

that our friends and our mom's can enjoy. There are bands that

as an introspective, contemplative but rather inept thief. Almost

specifically try to sound, dress, and be a band from a specific time

like a, dark comedic relief?

period...borrowing chord structures, melodies, and overall style. I

Jaron: The boys, Cameron and Levi, have talked about how

think that we wanted to capture the essence of specific older pop

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music without simply cloning it.

Jaron: It's something that I can't quite put my finger on, or put into words, which I think is good because it really does mean that the Thieves are unique. It's the way that Cameron and Levi write these wonderfully intricate, interesting songs, that also happen to be super fun and catchy and just good, and the sounds that they get from those ukes. I actually think that this sound that they have stumbled upon, which I haven't quite heard anywhere else, is a "New California" sound.

Just like The Beach Boys pioneered that original California sound, there is something in their music that really embodies the spirit of California right now.

Where do you think your band is headed? What do you wish to accomplish through your music? Levi: It's near impossible to stand out amongst the barrage of internet bands, be it blog bands, social networking or otherwise. I think we live in a time slightly passed the internet sensation in which a band really has to play shows and develop a following like the old days (8 or so years ago), and that sentiment is encouraging to a band like us who have been performing, writing, touring and publicizing ourselves amidst the ill conceived notion that at anytime, Warner Bros could see your YouTube Video and sign you. With that, we want to play as often as possible, releasing new material along the way, and develop a true (physical) following. Real people to come see us play and hang out with afterwards. Hits and views don't necessarily dictate a bands success these days...and that's awesome.

Promise Newell is a writer based in Los Angeles.

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JUST LIKE THE BEACH BOYS PIONEERED THAT ORIGINAL CALIFORNIA SOUND, THERE IS SOMETHING IN THEIR MUSIC THAT REALLY EMBODIES THE SPIRIT OF CALIFORNIA

By Katie Espinoza

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"WILL YOU GO TO PROM WITH ME, SAN FRAN-MUTHERGRUBBIN'CISCO?"

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A REVIEW OF OUTSIDE LANDS AND THE STROKES' REUNION Photography Carl Pocket

Hippies, bums, San Francisco locals, and foreign music lovers alike all

Tokyo Police Club, Cat Power, The Levon Helm Band, Kings Of Leon,

united for a Winter infused August day awaiting the Outside Lands Art

and Al Green to name a few, made the festival money well spent.

and Music Festival. Being a new comer to the festival I was envision-

I have to be completely honest though; my Saturday was devoted

ing various classy wine displays, art exhibits, and a few scattered

to The Strokes. I loyally held my spot for hours in anticipation for

stages. For some odd reason my imagination steered me into

my first time ever seeing them live. A crazed fan for years, I was

thinking that the music would take a backseat to the exhibits that

not okay with standing a meek five feet six inches tall behind

were advertised. My hiccupped train of thought was a misconcep-

thousands of people attempting to catch a glimpse. I, like many

tion as the music proved to be a definite frontrunner. However,

others, marked my spot right at the fence separating us from the

Outside Land’s festival goers were a bit more mild contrary to

Lords of Rock. (I am glad I was not alone in my obsessive insanity.)

Coachella Music Festival’s fanatical ardent attendees who rage for

What’s funny is Strokes’ fans from the get go seemed to innately

three consecutive days. Outside Lands had a kick back feel; just

know one another as if a tribal crest was engraved on their fore-

honest people who wanted to listen to good music - no pseudo-

head. Luckily so, because when the clock struck 8:45 and the lights

indie kids fixated on the coolness of a music festival rather than

dimmed, things got serious. Fans stood with arms linked in hopes

the actual bands playing.

of defeating the chances of getting trampled to death. “Mild” Out-

Five stages span across Golden Gate Park, which was engulfed

side Lands attendants morphed into music savages. People were

by what seemed like a legitimate forest with plenty of space to

pushing so hard that an inhalation suddenly became a conscious

roam. The food was indeed fantastic as vendors sold vegan hot

effort. Numerous people fainted, got injured, or were rammed up

dogs, and gourmet meals. To top it all off the lineups were rad too.

against the fence while The Strokes opened with “New York City

The Whigs, Langhorn Slim, People Under The Stairs, Wolfmother,

Cops.” While my spot was ideal, I could not enjoy the music and

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ITS MADNESS WAS PERFECTLY REFLECTED

BY THE REMNANTS LYING ACROSS THE MUDDY PLAIN was left with no choice but to crowd surf to a security guard and was in turn escorted to the sidelines. Now in perfect view around a mellower crowd, I was able to thoroughly take part in celebrating the reunion of The Strokes.

Their set list consisted of favorites such as New York City Cops, Live Once, Soma, Is This It, Vision of Division, I Can’t Win, Reptilla, and Last Night. They then encored with Juicebox, Someday, Under Control, and Take It or Leave It. To add more to the mystery, none of their new songs from their fourth album were played as so many had hoped.

The Strokes were scheduled to play until 9:55 but at 9:45 they left the stage. Fans, waiting to see what would happen next, seemed to have a WTF grimace protruding off their face wondering why the band had parted early. Moments later they thankfully came back and played their last few songs. Oddly enough, their encore was penciled into their schedule time, which I thought was a tad mechanical.

The end of the show unfortunately whizzed by and while people dispersed, its madness was perfectly reflected by the remnants lying across the muddy plain: missing shoes, shirts, wallets, and even a twenty-dollar bill. Even though survival tactics came into play, watching the Strokes live was an amazing experience. All fans can hope for now is what is to come in the future from The Strokes.

Their fourth album, said to release in January 2011, is being produced by none other than Joe Chiccarelli, who also produced albums by The Shins, Beck, U2, and countless others. The album is rumored to contain a 70’s rock vibe meshed with a futuristic feel (Rolling Stone Magazine) and of course a little “scruffy charm” as quoted by Julian Casablancas in an interview with Dan Harris from ABC News. The mystery behind the album continues to linger as fans curiosity surges and questions rise such as, more tour dates? I guess all we can do is hang tight and know that the mystery will be solved Someday.

Katie Espinoza is a writer based in Los Angeles.

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The Modern Age, Hard To Explain, What Ever Happened?, You Only

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EMILY CASEY: HIGH SCHOOL AND HIGH HOPES Photography John Troxel

Did you spend your adolescent days secretly rocking out in your room?

If not, you had a friend who did. Singing into hairbrushes, dancing on the bed, and dreaming of becoming a star all come with the territory of being a teenage girl. What makes Emily Casey any different? A simple fact: She is making her dream of stardom a reality. How will Emily know when she has accomplished her goal?

"I'll know I've made it big when little girls are wearing my face on their t-shirts." Emily is so close to the dream that she can taste it but that did not happen over night.

Emily got her start in the entertainment business around the age of five. She was not limited to singing; she acted and modeled as well. Emily actually had contracts with Aria Talent and

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By Taylor Bryant

SHE IS AN ALT-ROCKER AT HEART. IF YOU SCROLLED THROUGH EMILY'S ITUNES LIBRARY YOU WOULD FIND MUSIC BY ELVIS COSTELLO AND GUNS N' ROSES

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Ford Models. Around the age of eleven, she took a break from her

prefers to channel jazzier personas when she sings. Think Etta

career. This gave her a chance to enjoy parts of childhood she may

James or Aretha Franklin. And if Emily gets extremely successful,

have missed earlier like playing sports. Family parties were her

she would love to record an R&B track with Lil Wayne. Until then,

chance to dust off her talents. After singing at a family party, her

look for her current songs on iTunes. You can also hear her music

uncle encouraged her to try voice lessons. This suggestion was the

at www.myspace.com/emilycaseymusic. Live vicariously through

push she needed to really get serious about singing.

Emily Casey. If her teenaged dreams can come true, maybe there is

Last summer she attended a talent convention and received

still hope for the rest of us.

management. Recently, Emily worked with Capitol Records, collaborating with Gina Schock of The GoGo's. She is an alt- rocker at heart. If you scrolled through Emily's iTunes library you would

Taylor Bryant is a writer based in Chicago.

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find music by Elvis Costello and Guns N' Roses. However, Emily

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By Alicia Vega

ELEMENTS OF COMMUNICATION Photography Alicia Vega

One of the most defining qualities of popular music is its rarely harnessed ability to communicate a resonating message to the listener. The tendency of music to transmit a vague transcendent familiarity is what makes it that much more accessible, and likable to everyone it touches. Let’s face it, all music communicates, some better than others. But what is the trigger that separates the influential from the novelties or the potentially great from the shit that hits high numbers on YouTube, while simultaneously associated with “Worst Song Ever”–type polls?

There are many elements in a song and some may argue that the most important is the message it conveys. That said it is of great significance that what you are saying is sourced from the right state of mind, encoded with astute musical knowledge and delivered creatively and with authenticity. Austin’s Matt Rusin and Timothy Ruch are aware of this, and the name of their new music project, "Elements of Communication", is homage to its importance. —Santiago Ramos So how did you guys come up with the band name? "Um... hm. This is the first question? Okay... [long pause] We used to have a really long rant that we were more than eager to tell people when we

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Forward Santiago Ramos

THERE ARE MANY ELEMENTS IN A SONG AND SOME MAY ARGUE THAT THE MOST IMPORTANT IS THE MESSAGE IT CONVEYS

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first came up with it, but it's all kind of hazy right now." Matt and Tim lock eyes while I take a sip of my gin and tonic. "Next question." They laugh.

We've just spent the afternoon in downtown Austin, making photographs and laughing about all the odd looks and high fives the locals kept giving us. Now, we sit at the G&S Lounge in South Austin where, if you ask me, the drinks are fairly overpriced and the bartender is a bit of an ogre.

Quite honestly," they continue, "we were in the studio and we needed to come up with a name, so we started clicking around on the computer and found a document titled 'Elements Of Communication'. It turned out to be notes on a public speaking course, but something about it just clicked for us."

And what did the document describe as the 'Elements Of Communication'? "The senders, the messages, and the recipients. Music is a universal language... Music is communication. We need strip down to the elements in order to get back to our roots, where we started when we first began creating music. Instead of using the 'guidelines' we learned over the years, we can just create whatever we discover."

I don't know.. that all sounds really spacey. You guys might be smoking too much weed... or maybe not enough. [We laugh] So when did you guys first meet, and what attracted you to one another? Matt and Tim nervously glance at one another. I can tell the choice of my word "attract" has made them somewhat apprehensive. They make someone to open for my band 'Rook' about two years ago, when we were first starting to play out. Actually, I believe it was our first show... Anyway, I found 'Tin Can Phone' on Myspace and was immediately impressed."

"Yea" Matt chimes in, " I heard Tim's songs on Myspace and knew I wanted to meet him."

So there was a connection right away? " Um.. we were connected to Tequilla (at the show). Lots of Tequilla." [They laugh] And how did the collaboration begin? "Well, it started out as an opportunity for us to make music that didn't have to fit within a specific genre ( Rock/Reggae). Music fans have a tendency to pigeon hole musicians as one type or another, and this was our chance to break out of that and just create what we like."

I've heard all of the songs so far, and I know the project is a work in progress, but what do you intend to do with the music? I mean, are you eventually going to make a full length album or is the project just an artistic release? "An album? Yes, absolutely. We want to make an album that is a work of art from beginning to end. We make all of our own samples, and hope that it gives our music a more 'organic' feel. Something that can't be traced back to a specific decade... a timeless sound."

If you'd like to hear a sneak preview of Matt Rusin and Tim Ruch's underground side project "Elements Of Communication", visit (?).

Alicia Vega is a writer based in Austin.

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fun of me, then finally give a serious answer. " I was looking for

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Isaiah Sneed and Coleman Deleonjones of Brothers From Another met in

to stop,” says Goonstar of achieving their goals in LA. Ideally, the

Little League at the age of 12. They hit it off. Six years later, so much

guys would love to be known by people who really know hip-hop

has stayed the same yet everything is changing. Brothers From

but they do not wish to become mainstream. With this as the end

Another (BFA), their rap group, started a year and a half ago. The

goal, BFA has its work cut out for them.

group consists of eighteen-year-old Isaiah, also known as Goonstar,

No good rapper can hit the stage without an identifying swag-

who is 5’2” and black. Coleman Deleonjones, Cool Breeze, is 6’2”

ger and BFA is no different. Goonstar changes his style for the

and Panamanian. The name BFA perfectly describes the relation-

stage. Normally he sports a minimalistic look, classic styles with

ship between Cool Breeze and Goonstar, different in their own

a soft palette. As Goonstar, he wears jerseys and makes his style

ways but brothers at the end of the day.

louder and flashier. Cool Breeze prefers to mix both Cole and Cool

BFA got its start from necessity. Attending a private high school

Breeze through layering. “I kind of have this 50 Cent meets Joe

in Seattle varied scheduling gave both guys more than enough

Jonas thing going.” Both share a love of shoes, bringing a total of

time to kill during school days. When a friend suggested rapping,

45 pairs to college. Each has a pair of beloved Nike Air Maxs. Cool

they jumped on the chance to do something other than hang out

Breeze’s are 97s and Goonstar’s are 90s. They offset the cost of

in the cafeteria. Having all the same advisors and classes only

their shoes by thrifting at Goodwill, hitting up Value Village, and

made the situation easier. BFA began taking by collecting inspira-

shopping at local boutiques.

tion from across the board. Their iPods contain everything from

LA is sure to bring new favorite boutiques, new challenges, and

Jack Johnson to Jimi Hendrix to J Cole. It is no surprise that their

a new side of Brothers From Another. Curious to see just how BFA

list of people they would like to collaborate with is just as varied.

takes on LA? Check out their blog at: www.brothersfromanother.

They finally summed it up: “We’d love to work with anyone who

wordpress.com. While you are there, you can hear some of the art-

makes good music.” Two EPs and three singles after their first song,

ists’ favorite tracks: Quartersackin’ and No Shirt. Right now, Cool

BFA is ready for a change. Goonstar and Cool Breeze said goodbye

Breeze and Goonstar are working on a new EP titled Two Weeks

to Seattle at an intimate concert, which included their mothers as

Vacation. This EP is a little lighter than their previous EP, giving off

guests. With farewells said, BFA is ready to take on LA.

a more carefree vibe. Two Weeks Vacation drops in September. Be

Cool Breeze and Goonstar did not plan to attend the same college. In fact, Whittier College is the only school they both applied

sure to give it a listen. In the mean time, take some advice from the Brothers from Another, “Life’s a vacation, just enjoy it.”

to. Both were accepted and will experience freshman year together. Goonstar will study as a literature major and Cool Breeze as a business major. BFA hopes to hit the college scene and continue to make a name for themselves. “If you don’t keep going, you’re going

Taylor Bryant is a writer based in Chicago.

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