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EDITORS Yu-Cheng Lin (Roger) Fang Li (Helen)

Jeanne Rideau

Menghan Wei (Dada)

Montida Lertnimanoradee

Photographer Haoyang Lai haoyang.co.uk 07478633993 steven851230@ gmail.com

Make-up Artist & Hairdresser AlicjaSantarelli Enya Chao Kitty Noofah

Proofreading

Printing

Holly Nicholas

James Petley

Fashion

London fashion weekend

ART MK2UK

Mad about the Boy

40 17 28 22 44 38 Top 10 Fashion streetlooks

Interview: Jong jin Kuo

Photoshoot

Vogue 100

Lifestyle

Rule Breakers

Who I am?

Bottega Prelibato

65 54 76 80 74 59 78 Wandering in Paris

Interview: Amira

Monocle Cafe

Trunk LABS store

Hi Guys!

We have been working days and nights to put together the first issue of Chic.in which you currently have in your hands. London figures amongst the best cities in the world and our experience here may be the most memorable of our entire lives. Like each of us, you are probably not natives but London has greatly welcomed you into its busy streets. Chic.in celebrates the London lifestyle. Throughout these pages, you will hear shoots and laughs and smell delicious melted Italian mozzarella and freshly grounded coffee. You will hear the chaos of the Canary Wharf traffic jams but also the silence of a deserted Camden Town on an early morning. Hidden in some of these pages you will find glimpses of the London culture, from the cinematographic reference of a famous shadowy revolutionary to the mohican of the punk culture.

Enjoy! Chic.In

R OGER MY ROOTS Taiwan

A HOBBY Visiting the Tate

AN ICON David Gandy

MY FRAGRANCE Blackberry & Bay Jo Malone A MEAL Kimchi Stew

A city London A MOVIE

A MAGAZINE 1

H ELEN A HOBBY Doing something creative and independent

A MEAL Chinese Hot Pot

MY ROOTS China, Inner Mongolia,Hohhot.

A MOVIE

AN ICON David Gandy

A MAGAZINE Printed Pages

A MAGAZINE MY FRAGRANCE Coco, Chanel 2

M ONTIDA a Hob by whach

MY ROOTS Thailand

ing m ovie

A MOVIE

A city Pyongyang, North Korea A BOOK

MY FRAGRANCE Chance - Chanel

A SONG Top of the World Carpenters 3

A DA

MY ROOTS China

AN ICON T.O.P A MEAL Fragrant spicy cra

MY FRAGRANCE Oud and Bergamot, Jo Malone

A HOBBY Watching Korean TV show

ATV DRAMA A MAGAZINE 4

A City

JEANNE MY ROOTS France

A MOVIE

A MEAL Pastal al Pesto

AN ICON Diana Vree land

A CITY New York

A SONG Spanish Lesson - Madonna

A BOOK 5

MY FRAGRANCE N째5, Chanel

LONDON FASHION WEEKEND By Montida Lertnimanoradee

“Which dress you are going to wear tomorrow?” This was THE question that my friends asked me the whole day, from the morning to the evening. Since our tutor posted on the Facebook group that London Fashion Weekend tickets have been booked for each studentfollowing our Masters of International Fashion Marketing, everybody was really excited and counting down to that date. London Fashion Weekend is an exclusive event which gathers the best designers’ collections sold ata special price and organizes guest lectures with experts of the fashion industry. Above all, London Fashion Weekend hosts great catwalks of emerging designers and the trends for the next season. The event was from 25 to 28 February 2016 at the Saatchi Gallery. Ticketswere divided into 5 categories: bronze, silver, gold, luxe, and luxe premium, costing from which £20 to £130. I received 3 tickets from the tutor; the first ticket enabled me to pick the limited edition designer tote bag, full of goodies and cosmetics. The second ticket allows access to the catwalk shows. Inside the beautiful hall of the Saatchi Gallery, people are invited to shop at the first floor and to later attend the catwalk on the second floor. 9

The showcase of designersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; collections featured famous brands such as Vivienne Westwood, Daniel Wellington and Balenciaga. Decorated with white roses, there was also a booth from ELLE magazine which provided a free issue for the visitors. The first floor also offered a special activity organized by the cosmetics brand Gemey Maybelline where ladies could have their makeup done by professional makeup artists and try new products from GemeyMaybelline. The showcase also featured sunglasses and accessories, besides a large range of clothes and shoes. The catwalk started at 2.45 pm., the room was full and everybody wanted to sit on the front row. This was a good opportunity to see some garments from the biggest designers from London Fashion Week. Some of them were showcasing their collections exclusively for the London Fashion Weekend schedule. The trend shows that reveal the latest talked-about seasonal trends and indispensible style tips are presented by one of the industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading experts, featuring brands such as Giorgio Armani, ProenzaSchouler, and Narciso Rodriguez. Another highlight of this great afternoon was the conference held by Tracy Sedino, the co-owner of iconic glasses brand Linda Farrow. She talked about her successful career within the company, shared her experience of working in the fashion industry and gave some tips.On the third floor was the accessory room; many independent stores were selling accessories such as earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets. It was very nice to seeunique design for an affordable price. The London Fashion Weekend was an amazing experience, providing lots of inspirationand tips from experts of style, makeup and fashion trend prediction. As mentioned in the talk, the experience and advice of the expert is also useful for those who want to have their own business or to work in the fashion industry.

By Wei Menghan (DADA)

K U 2 K M MK2UK

is a must-see designer concept boutique located in Shoreditch, London. The store offers a wide range of avant-garde garments for both men and women, as well aslots of quirky accessories and lifestyle goods. After a short conversation with the staff, I had the opportunity to learn more about MK2UK and their desire to support emerging designers by offering them a free platform. The concept of MK2UK is to raise awareness of contemporary fashion. Even though MK2UK only has one store in London, more than 100 worldwide designers from Italy, South Korea, New York and Ukraine have already collaborated with them. Do you know the emerging designers YuliaYefimitchuk, Isabel Benenato, Blume, The Transcience, Mingili, Maria Piankov, Clone and Sirius Made? MK2UK collaborated with them! This melting pot of designers coming from some many different countries, combined with their brilliant and innovative concept of fashion retailing, is what makes MK2UK so unique.

When I visited the store for the first time, I was attracted by the window display immediately. I did not know at that moment that my visit into the store would surpass my expectations ! The warm and subdued lighting creates a calm and relaxed atmosphere, so different from the chaotic stores of Oxford Street. Slowing down and taking the time to discover the store, I particularly enjoyed the collection of pointy and brimmed hats which are trendy and unisex. Another interesting point is the fact that the majority of the garments and accessories here in MK2UK are limited collection. Some of them are gender-neutral style that suit for both boys and girls. If you are looking for something unique and of good quality, MK2UK is definitely a good choice.

They offer more collections downstairs MK2UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s staff, coming different nationalities, are very nice and friendly at helping the clientele. They also have great taste regarding the decor of the store.

The vintage style glasses and store display picture.

Pictures chosen for accessory

MK2UK 75 Redchurch street, Shoreditch E2 7DJ www.mk2uk.com info@mk2uk.com

Jonq- Jin Kuo The

By Roger Lin

Taiwanese Jonq- Jin, Kuo, former salesman in Tom Ford, is launching his first publication as a fashion writer. Today, our fashion journalist Roger Lin is going to interview this special guest about his book and his experience as a Londoner. 17

Q: Could you introduce yourself to our reader?

I graduated from Southampton University, where I studied fashion marketing. Then I moved to London, where I worked in Selfridges as a salesman for brands such as Alexander McQueen, Dsquared2 and Tom Ford. I graduated from Southampton University, where I studied fashion marketing. Then I moved to London, where I worked in Selfridges as a salesman for brands such as Alexander McQueen, Dsquared2 and Tom Ford.

Q: Why did you start your blog? A: Firstly, one of my friends was interested in doing business with me. The idea was to import calligraphy material from China and I had been asked to write a blogpost introducing the different products. This was my first writing experience. I started to do lots of research about writing skills and how to translate my thoughts into English. The initial results were not good enough. After this experience, I wondered if it would not be better to write about my interests and in my mother tongue. This is how I really started blogging and specializing in suits.

Q: Could you tell us a bit more about your book? A: My book is called ‘Dress Like a Londoner’ and the content is mainly about the style of Londoners. British style is quite varied, as it can start from the Punk influence, to urban/casual style, to the formal suit. The book mainly deals with suits, as this is my area of expertise. The book is divided into ten chapters, each of them covering several categories: shoes, coats, suits, fragrances, watches, and so on. “Dress Like a Londoner” also deals with history and culture. At the end of the book are ten interviews I held with local people sharing their opinion on fashion.

Q: What is the desire of a man wearing a suit? A: Suit is the must-have for every gentleman! It represents the perfect gentleman’s outfit. Wearing a suit is the moment when a man becomes a gentleman. In a nutshell, every man needs a perfect suit in their wardrobe. According to you, what are the most important items in a man’s wardrobe? I immediately think of three very important items for an ideal man’s wardrobe. First of all, I would say a pair of good shoes, ideally black, that could be derby shoes! In fact, derby shoes can be appropriate as to both formal and casual-wear. Then, I would choose a navy blazer and finally a black leather jacket in case you don’t know what to wear, because a black leather jacket is always stylish!

Q: Do you think the suit will somehow unify the multiculturalism of London? A: I don’t think so, as long as the clothes illustrate our personality and lifestyle. If the different lifestyles of Londoners remain diverse, the style of the clothes won’t be unified.

Q: What was your best moment A:If you are looking for a suit to wear during your leisure, I will first recommend that you at Tom Ford? An episode to donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t choose black and dark tones. Lively share? fabrics are more suitable, as well as stripes, or A: First of all, I loved my colleagues. I think the best a navy blue palette. Regarding the shirt, birdsexperience was working alongside a great team! I learned so much from my colleagues. Throughout my experience at Tom Ford, I met lots of people from so many different backgrounds, which was enriching. They also supported me in my projects, for instance they helped me to finish the book. They are much more than colleagues now. The whole experience was great for networking, as I found people willing to be interviewed by me in different industries. Finally, I developed various skills, as every season represented new projects, new opportunities and challenges. For example, I learned about the work of trend specialists and the elaboration of canvas, which was very interesting.

Q: Do you think the young generation is going to wear suits even during their leisure time? A: Yes, the trend is definitely growing. More and more young men are talking about the bespoke suit, which is more typically worn outside the office. For instance in Taiwan, the plaid suit and three piece are very popular among the young generation. It is becoming a massive trend in Asia. It is also interesting to see how the movie industry is influencing fashion and this trend of suits. Indeed, what is the common element between James Bond, Kingsman and Singleman? They all wear suits. It also enhances the awareness of looking professional. It definitely has an indirect influence on consumption and cultures.

Q: Could you give us some suggestions about how to wear an informal suit in a stylish way? 19

eye, small pinpoint and flannel would be a nice option. Finally, I would advise you to add a personal detail to your suit - it can be a pocket square, a unique pin, a cufflink or even a flower. Your style will definitely look smarter!

TOP 10 FROM

STREETSTYLE

LOOKS

LONDON FASHION WEEK

By Roger Lin

Even though London Fashion Week has just finished, spring has already arrived. Let’s discover the next fashion trends and outfits from the streets of London from Fashion Week.

Monochrome is

timeless and fashionable; even in a simple sweater, or and a vinyl skirt.

If you are bored of wearing

black and white, why don’t you use prints like checkboards on shoes, and stripes on trousers? Lines always make an outfit look smarter.

Even Victoria Beckham loves

black and white and masters the look perfectly by adding small touches of bright colours to attract oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attention.

Spring is coming and it is

time to take out your floral prints to complement the flowers in bloom this season.

Wearing a bright colour such as yellow is a great option for spring. It will add interest to any outfit.

Combining colours of the

same palette create a smart and elegant outfit. Combining beige with grey creates a highly sophisticated and chic look.

The famous blogger

Susie Lau once again presented a great outfit at London fashion week; a pink ballet skirt and sliver boots, perfectly mingles a touch of tradition, with tech-savvy inspiration.

David Gandy demonstrated

elegant, contemporary suiting at London fashion week, escaping a more formal appearance. Putting on a simple T-shirt with a stylish jacket creates a ‘swag’ attitude, without losing any masculinity.

Wearing suits and a tie every day can quickly become boring. My solution… Team a denim jacket and splicing coat to make a standout ensemble.

10.

Camouflage print is still in vogue, but only in a total look.

Credits. Models: Anastasia Diamantogianni DilukRathnayake Adriana Bednarska Jeanne Rideau. Photographer: Steven Lai. Make-up Artist, HairDresser: Enya Chao. Stylist: Jeanne Rideau Roger Lin Assistants shooting Helen Li Montida Lertnimanoradee Wei Menghan (DADA)

M a d About A Fashion Exhibition About Men

Mad About Boy is an exhibition taking place at

London College of Fashion, at one of their campuses based at Oxford Circus. I was intrigued to see this exhibition, given that Fashion mainly deals with women, women and women. What about men? Created by the students of this prestigious school, part of the University of the Arts of London, Mad About Boy is not only about clothes,but also offers an in-depth evolution of the male psychology. As Germaine Greer said, “Boys are volatile, unpredictable and vulnerable”. The entire exhibition seems to be based on this short quote. In a small space but with lots of information, Mad About Boy shows sculptures made of clothes and old shoes,

highlighted by flashy neons. Beautiful pictures are exhibited on the walls, as well as intimate spaces like a kid’s tepee, and toilets savagely decorated by teenagers. This room is like a museum of memories, showing moments of life, from childhood to teenager to man. For instance, there is the blouse, the one everybody had to wear for their sciences classes at school, covered by messages written by friends. Mad About Boy gives an authentic overview of what the life of a young British boy can look like. If you enjoyed watching movies like Trainspotting, Sweet Sixteen, Billy Elliot or Bend It Like Beckman, this exhibition seems to trace back the main characters of this cinematographic masterpieces.

The

Boy By Jeanne Rideau

Credits: Jeanne Rideau

Watching all these pictures is like finding yourself in the streets of a residential neighbourhood of Manchester or Edinburgh in the mid-nineties. Fashion rules are broken or inexistent, there are no tastes and no wish to be attractive. It is more about a wish to be rebel and to push the limits, to throw away the uniform worn at school. Poetry is also floating in the gallery space of LCF through this exhibition, a nostalgia of time. Is there a deep desire to remain young forever? Perhaps. Exhibition draws heavily upon the punk area, driven by key players such as Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren. Who is the boy behind this skinhead style? A lost soul in quest of identity and sense in his life. A lost soul in quest of identity and sense in his

Despite a work focusing on the seventies, eighties and nineties, some themes are still present nowadays Indeed, the teen years are still the turning point of your life, with the awareness of your sexuality, the first development of personality and your first steps inside society. This exhibition makes me think of the different steps in the life of a woman and a man. If women are tormented by pressure keep a slim and attractive body, as well as dealing with motherhood and professional status, the passage from boyhood to manhood is as complex to deal with. In a nutshell, the exhibition is both nostalgic and amusing, bridging previous moments of the British history to the current society, where genders are becoming more and more blurred.

VOGUEA CENTURY 100 OF STYLE National Portrait Gallery London

By Montida Lertnimanoradee

I got several messages from my high-school friends in Thailand asking me: ‘Are you going

to the Vogue exhibition?’ It has been four or five years that we have not talked to each, other since our graduation from university. ‘Definitely! It is one on the activities of the London field trip’, I replied. As you can see, The Vogue 100 exhibition in London is also popular in Thailand so I was even more excited to see it.

ogue 100: A Century of Style exhibits an entire collection ofexclusivephotography that has been commissioned by British Vogue since the launch of its first issue in 1916. The exhibition is organized by the National Portrait Gallery in partnership with British Vogue, for several months - starting from 11 February until 22 May 2016. Tickets are available to book online, by phone, and directly at the Gallery. If, like me, you are a student, the ticket costs£15.50, if not, the full price is£17.

Before entering the hall, visitors are given a map explaining the organization of the exhibition which is separated into seventeenparts. Walking through the entrance, Vogue 100 starts by showing many covers of the famous magazine, since the launch of the first UK editionuntil its last issue, displayed on giant columns.The exhibition also features huge screens projecting a short movie of the best behind-the-scenes moments of Vogue’s photoshoots. The right side of the exhibition is divided into three rooms focusing on the recent years of Vogue from the early 90s until nowadays. There is a giant portrait of Alexander McQueen, in tribute of the British fashion designer.

It is also interesting to see how photographers found inspiration and creativity for their work.For instance, this picture of Helen Lyons was taken by the first professional fashion photographer De Meyer in 1922. Many other pictures followed, such as ‘Fashion is indestructible’, by Cecil Beaton in 1941. It is interesting to see how the war years did not stop the flourishment of British Vogue. This picture,taken in 1951 by Norman Parkinson, shows the model Wenda Parkinson showing the first glimpse of the extravagance of fashion after the war. This movement was promoted by Christian Dior, who embodies the post-war new femininity.

Moving on to the left side of the exhibition, visitors are invited to enter acorridor

Pictures are not allowed throughout the visit of the exhibition. However; it is possible to buy publications relating to Vogue, like the official book of the exhibition(£35) and many others. I chose a book calledVogue 100 Highlights (£14.95) which includes most of the picturespresent in the exhibition. The booksare available to purchase in the souvenir shop near the entrance. The shop at the National Portrait Gallery also sells tote bag, key rings, stationery, postcards and lots of products relating to Vogue.

organized chronologically. It starts from 1970s and 80s, followed by a long passage tracing the history of the magazine right back to the 1920s. It gives a complete overview of a hundred years of Vogue. The exhibition provides lots of information about fashion history, but also political and societal events such as wars and what happenedbefore and after.

In a nutshell, it was great to explore into fashion, in different centuries and countries! I understood, through fashion photography, that each moment offashion history reflects a societal change. This amazing retrospectiveproves that Vogue is one of the most influential fashion magazines in the world.

In a room is one of the covers which made Vogue famous. Photographedby Peter Lindbergh in 1990, it featured the famous supermodelsLinda Evangelista, TatjanaPatiiz, Christy Turlington, Cindy Crawford, and Naomi Campbell. This issue became one of the most recognisable of all time.

‘Fashion is Indestructible’ By Cecil Beaton 1941

‘Helen Lyons By Baron Adolph De Meyer 1922

‘The Supermodels’ By Peter Lindbergh 1990

Wenda Parkinson By Norman Parkinson 1951

Devlin, P. (2016) VOGUR 100 A Century Of Style Highlights. London: National Portrait Gallery Publications

Hat, BOY. Glasses, Migo. Jacket, KTZ. Bag, Balenciaga. Rings, All Saints.

Clothes, All Saints.

Coat, Lardini. Tie,Hermes. Jacket, Trousers. Thekooples, Alexander Mcqueen Watch, Hermes

Hat, BOY. Sweater, KTZ. Trousers, Zara. Bracelets, Vintage.

Roger: Coat, Lardini. Tie,Hermes. Jacket, Trousers. Thekooples, Umbrella, Alexander Mcqueen Watch, Hermes Bracelets, Vintage Jeanne: Hatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Ledatomica. Scarf, Silver Spearrow. Collar, Vintage. Jacket, Mercato Italiano. Dress, Vintage. Tights, DIM.

Faux fur scarf, Etam. Top, KTZ. Jacket, Toi du Monde. Tights, DIM. Shoes, Eram.

Roger: Hat, BOY. Sweater, KTZ. Trousers, Zara. Bracelets, Vintage. Dada: Hat, BOY. Glasses, Migo. Jacket, KTZ. Bag, Balenciaga. Rings, All Saints.

Sweater Pinko.I. Jeans Glassons

Jacket, Top, Bag& Trousers, Nicopanda. Earring, Saint Laurent Paris. Glasses, Korean vintage item.

andering In

aris By Helen Li

Paris, as one of the most charming cities in the world, is attractive toalmost everyone. From my perspective, Paris is not only a famous capital amongst millions of others, but also a way of life, an aspiration to creativity, freedom andromance. In this article, I am going to describe what I have seen and felt in Paris. I hope you will enjoy my findings.

Station 1:Galeries Lafayette

he first station is Galeries Lafayette, based The style of the Parisian underground is simpler, in North West Paris, which is an example of the with a small selection of advertisements focusremarkable infrastructure of the 19th century. ing on fashion rather than lifestyle, like in London. Galeries Lafayette is â&#x20AC;&#x153;a luxury bazaarâ&#x20AC;? in the heart of Paris. The decorations of the mall are attractive, designed with artistic taste. Almost all the luxury brands can be found between its walls !Moreover, the Galeries Lafayette provide lanCompared to the Tube of London, the Parisian un- guage support for its international clients, making derground seems to be wider. Both of them came every shopping experience even more enjoyable. through the history of their respective country. The underground used to be the first choice for overseas people to access the giant shopping mall because of its easy, organised and quick use. It is nowadays a common way for tourists to discover Paris.

Station 2:Fondation Louis Vuitton

he Fondation Louis Vuitton is a good example of how luxury can mingle with art. For those who have never heard of it before, the Fondation Louis Vuitton is far from being a store selling luxury bags: it is actually an art museum. In 2015, the Fondation Louis Vuitton introduced 11 collections of art by Chinese artists. This whole project was around a concept relating to “mainland”. Here are some pictures of how it looks: My Ideal, 2008(Bronze) and My Ideal, 2003-2008 (Oil on linen). Zhang Xiaogang (1958, Kunming). ”My Ideal” uses cold colours such as black and grey, with a touch of red. It enables the viewer to identify the style of uniforms worn by Chinese politicians during the 1950s-1970s.

Testifying the context of the Chinese Collectivism experienced by the artist, his work shows an inspiration mainly taken from historical events like the Cultural Revolution. In terms of the work, Mr. Zhang was inspired by a family photograph from the Mao Era. All of them present a similar facial expression showing the “ big Chinese family” mind-set. Moreover, the nakedness of the five children, wearing each a different military jacket, is a symbol of their future as chosen by their parents. Besides all of this, the sculpture named My Ideal embodies the four social classes of China: the worker, the peasant, the student and the merchant, extended here to include the class of the soldier.

Station 3:Findings in the streets of Paris In the eyes of a Chinese Millennial now living in London, the background of the artist testifies to an episode of the history of China. I understand that during that time, people were dying to access freedom and were unable to make a decision for their existence. To make a living, they did not have the choice but to follow the society and government. The artist now tells the world the aspiration of the Chinese people in that time, especially the youth. Meanwhile, it is also delivers a kind of message of resistance to that era.

aris is a magical city with a creative mind and an elegant savoir-vivre. If you pay attention to the streets, it would be easy to find something artistic through the appearances of the buildings or in the graffiti on the walls. On one hand, it reflects that Paris is one of the most famous places of the world for fashion and art. On the other hand, it shows that Paris is a place full of freedom and generosity.

arhol

vedon

By Jeanne Rideau

ritannia Street, a quiet alley not far from Saint Pancras, was unusually crowded on this Tuesday late afternoon. Indeed, a new and exciting exhibition was opening its doors on this cold February evening. Simply called Avedon/Warhol, the exhibition shows exceptional and world-famous masterpieces by the photographer Richard Avedon and the artist Andy Warhol. The event was free and took place in the Gagosian Gallery.

54 masterpieces were exhibited in the factory-like gallery which was full of Fine Arts students with a quirky style. Before looking at the most famous portraits of the 20thcentury, let me ask you a question:

Do you really know who Avedon and Warhol were? 59

Richard Avedon was born during the twenties into a Jewish-Russian family living in New York City. He had a successful career in fashion photography, from the period of Christian Dior’s new look until the early 2000’s. Indirectly parioded by the actor Fred Astaire in the movie Funny Face, alongside his beautiful muse Audrey Hepburn, Richard Avedon is a constant source of inspiration. He suddenly died during a project for the magazine The New Yorker in Texas. If you have not yet the chance to visit the Met or MoMA of New York, this exhibition is a must! Here is a fun story involving my idol, Diana Vreeland. “I was overwhelmed. Mrs. Vreeland kept calling me Aberdeen and asking me if a wedding dress didn’t make me want to cry. They’re all serious, hardworking people—they just speak a different language. So I took my own models out to the beach. I photographed them barefoot, without gloves, running along the beach on stilts, playing leapfrog. When the pictures came in, Brodovitch laid them out on the table and the fashion editor said, ‘these can’t be published. These girls are barefoot.’ Brodovitch printed them. After that, I was launched very quickly. Those candid snapshots were in direct contrast to what was being done. I came in at a time when there weren’t any young photographers working in a free way. Everyone was tired, the war was over, Dior let the skirts down, and suddenly everything was fun. It was historically a marvelous moment for a fashion photographer to begin. I think if I were starting today, it would be much harder.” Andy Warhol is a key figure of the Pop culture. His works ‘Campbell’s Soup Cans’, ‘Coca-Cola Bottles’, portraits of Jackie Kennedy, Elizabeth Taylor Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley are world-famous. Icons of the twentieth century, their works arestriking and memorable and give this incredible energy to carry on in what we like doing and a strong desire to achieve our dreams! After all, the American dream might be real! Selection of five masterpieces:

“ If you have not yet the chance to visit the Met or MoMA of New York, this exhibition is a must!”

Richard Avedon .MarellaAgnelli, artistocrat, New York, December 16, 1953. Gelatin silver print.

This first picture is an incarnation of what elegance

means. Each woman living on this earth deserves to be photographed this way. MarellaAgnelli seems delicate, fragile but extremely refined and elegant.

Richard Avedon, Volpi Ball #3, Venice, Italy, August 31, 1991. Gelatin silver print.

This picture perfectly shows the frivolity, cheerfulness and lightness of the Italian lifestyle.

Andy Warhol, MarellaAgnelli, 1973. Synthetic polymer paint and silkscreen ink on canvas.

MarellaAgnelli is again represented here but at a dif-

ferent time, we can see the features of a mature woman who is as beautiful as ever.

A ve d o n /W a r h ol February 9- April 23, 2016. Gagosian Gallery 6-24 Britannia Street, London WC1X 9JD

Twitter: @GagosianLondon Facebook: @GagosianGallery Google+: @+Gagosian Tumblr: @GagosianGallery Instagram: @GagosianGallery

Dada: 80s Fuschia Pink Cropped Leather Jacket, I Love Your Jacket. Tights, DIM. Top, KTZ. Shoes, Yeezy Boots 350. Roger: 80s Black Cropped Leather Jacket, I Love Your Jacket. Earring, Amira’s Vintage Jewellery Collection. Trousers, CK Jeans. Top, All Saints. Jeanne: Blue Leather Bolero Jacket, I Love Your Jacket. Earrings and Necklace, Amira’s Vintage Jewellery Collection. Trousers, Mango. Top, Innercity. Gloves, H&M. Shoes, Flufor.

Amira

The Vintage Jacket Collector By Helen Li

mira is a British vintage jacket collector based in London. Sometimes in the fashion industry, designers take inspiration from trends of previous eras (such as the twenties to the nineties) and associate them with a contemporary style, resulting into a new one. For this shoot, we decided to collaborate with Amira, a professional vintage jacket collector, who also agreed to share her opinion on what vintage garments can bring to your style. From Amira’s perspective, vintage is a timeless style which usually has a better quality than today’s fast fashion industry. Indeed, the vintage garments, shoes, bags and accessories could last much longer than today’s mass-produced fashion items. There is something else which makes vintage so fabulous: the vintage style connoisseurs have an ability to find in clothes in vintage fairs to suit current trends. This is the art of perfectly matching vintage items with modern day garments, creating a stylish and original style. As Amira says, wearing vintage is definitely fun and it is always an adventure to find a vintage gem that is a one-off. Amira also considers vintage clothes to be unique. She told us, “You know that the person next to you is pretty unlikely to have the same outfit as you. Vintage turns heads, for this reason.” From Amira’s point of view, vintage could be a way to make an individual stand out. “It’s all about being seen in something you know no-one else will have, but many will more than likely want,” Amira explained. Vintage is wearable today and tomorrow; which makes your yesterday’s look just fabulous.

Amira’s vintage jackets are available to purchase on her website. Each jacket is unique and the hardest part of her job is the inability to keep any of collection, as each vintage jacket is a unique sample. If the consumer wants to buy it, she has to sell it. However, it enables Amira to

share her passion for vintage garments with other people, the majority of whom are Londoners. “I love London style. People wear what they want in London and aren’t afraid to do so.” Amira said. This is why London can be so different in every corner of its streets. Vintage can be worn in so many different styles, and also represents a large range of products such as hats, corsets, fur coats and quirky accessories. Amira focuses on jackets as it might be one of the most important elements of an outfit, as we can also see in the pictures. Amira believes that her personal collection is bordering ‘out of control’ and that a jacket can “make” an entire outfit. Indeed, a stylish jacket can boost basics and simple garments. Whether your appearance has something quirky or a nice cut, get the jacket right and heads will turn. It is similar situation to choosing the right pair of shoes. One can never have too many pairs, and a smart selection is enough to look great and confident. That is why Amira has always had a love for jackets. If you would like more information about vintage jackets or Amira, please follow Chic.in. http://www.iloveyourjacket.com/

“I love London style. People wear what they want in London and aren’t afraid to do so.”

ottega

relibato By Wei Menghan (DADA)

For the first issue of Chic.in, I chose an Italian restaurant named BOTTEGA PRELIBATO, which is a hidden pearl in Shoreditch.

OTTEGA PRELIBATO was launched in 2008 by Gianfilippo who has established the restaurant on his own, with the desire to offer his favourite authentic Italian food in the intimate and lively atmosphere of the Shoreditch Triangle. The restaurant aims to be simple and tasty. It serves up seasonal and mouth-watering dishes from a large menu, from a platter of oozing burrata and salty-sweet parma ham to a comforting bowl of hand-made pappardelle with a rich wild mushroom sauce, nicely washed down with delicious Italian wine chosen by a wine waiter. There is a deli which is a real Ali Babaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cave of artisanal cured meats, organic vegetables and fresh snacks. Bottega Prelibato is also an art gallery which exhibits the works of local artists living in Hackney. I had the good fortune to discover the restaurant BOTTEGA PRELIBATO, located on the corner of the street.

As soon as one enters the restaurant, the first impression is of a warm ambience that make you feel comfortable and relaxed. The interior design is creative, such as the use of baskets full of corks and vegetables, highlighting the freshness of their organic vegetables, as well as a large range of wines. There are also products displayed on the window sill which are available for purchasing. The team of Bottega Prelibato presents the menu on two different blackboards, showing the special menu of the day and the menu to take away. The originality of this restaurant consists in choosing a kind of fresh pasta amongst a large variety displayed on a plate. For those like myself who do not have a great knowledge about Italian pasta, the waiter can explain each type of pasta,which is very interesting. The whole team is Italian, speaking with a strong Italian accent and with a good sense of humor. Besides the basic menu, the blackboard (which is by the way eco-friendly) suggests new meals every day, which offers a large variety of choice for the daily clientele. All the pasta is home-made, as well as the sauces, which are absolutely delicious. If you enjoyed a dish, it might be difficult to have it again, which suggests the idea oflucky a strike. The menu order is very flexible. Helen and I ordered a plate of tagliatelle al pesto and a plate of gnocchi. The taste and the presentation of the food were all very nice and every portion is of a good size. The dishes made us feel satisfied and healthy.

They have a good cellar with a nice selection of wines. This place is suitable for people who just want to enjoy a nice glass of wine. There is music in the background which is not too loud, enabling a group of friends to easily share a conversation. It is possible book tables for a big group. On the day I went there, a group of Italian people were celebrating their friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s birthday and we all sang together, the ambience was very lively. Adapting themselves to the digital age, BOTTEGA PRELIBATO manage their activity on social media very effectively, offering discounts activated by a code scanned by a smartphone. There is also an application from which you can pay the bill, with a discount of ÂŁ5 for the first payment. It it easy, quick and convenient for millennials.

Bottega Prelibato 43-45 Rivington Street EC2A 3QB-London. Monday to Friday: 8am-11pm Saturday: 12pm-11pm Sunday closed.

Mo n o c l e C

The Monocle Café is located in the discreet Chiltern

Street, between Baker Street and Oxford Street.Run by a friendly team, this place is incredibly cosy, with comfortable sofas and subdued lighting creating a warm, homely feeling. The ambiance is friendly and unexpectedly quiet, a word which is seldom used in such a busy city. What makes The Monocle Café so different from all the others in London? The Monocle Café is known for not being on social media and does not offer any Wifi Access. Living in the heart of the Internet age, this is surprising but very original. However, the Monocle Café is much more than a “hipster” cup of tea. It originally started as a magazine in 2007 in the corner of the same street. Specialising in global affairs, business, culture and design, the independent magazine is available in various kiosks and the café in itself where the readers can meet and share their opinions on the magazine. Monocle’s objective is to reach a “globally minded audience of readers” and this is partly why they chose to open cafés in two major cosmopolitan cities: London and Tokyo. The brand extension continued with the radio station Monocle 24 launched in 2011, as well as a website and an annual conference. Their motto is “Keeping an eye and an ear on the world” which accurately describes the mind-set of the Millennials. http://cafe.monocle.com/ London Café 18 Chiltern Street W1U 7QA +44 20 7135 2040

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T rL AuB Sn k Store

By Roger Lin

Tr u n k L A B S

a n i n d e p e n d e n t s t o re specialising in menswear accesso ries. R e c e n t l y o p e n e d , t h e s t o re i s s u p p o r t e d b y a t w i n s t o re l o c at e d i n t h e s a m e s t re e t .

Chic.In : Is there anything special about Chiltern Street? (A specific story and comment to share)

he storeis hidden in Chiltern Street near Baker Street. This is a quiet environment making your shopping experience pleasant. Trunk LABS is indeed a cosy shop offering a selection of the finest luggage, accessories, bags and shoes from different brands coming from countriesall over the world such as Japan, Italy and the United States. We are really interested in this unique boutique and we interviewed the manager of the store:

There are lots of special things to be said about Chiltern Street. It is super central in London and yet very quiet, with a nice and friendly neighbourhood feel. The street has had it is ups and downs over the years, so it is not the first time Chiltern Street is in focus. Apparently the Queen Mother’s dressmaker (at least one of them) was based on 2 Chiltern Street back in the day. I have lived in Marylebone since I moved to London ten years ago, so have known the street for a very long time. I thought it was great, so in 2009 when I was starting up Trunk and needed a space, Chiltern Street was one of the main locations I was looking at. I did not want to be on a busy high street, it had to be a bit off the beaten track, so this felt perfect. During this time I met Andre Balazs through a friend in a hotel bar in St Moritz who told me he had just acquired the old fire station on the street and was going to turn it in to hotel, so after that it was a done deal.

Chic.In : Why did you choose to call the store “Trunk”? I wanted to come up with a name that was easy to remember and that had some sort of connection to clothing and travel. I’ve always loved travelling and since I moved from a small town just south of Stockholm in Sweden to Sao Paulo in Brazil at the age of ten I have travelled and seen a lot, which has given me a lot of inspiration. Trunks are also what people used back in the good old days when they went travelling to keep their clothes and in, so I thought it was a suitable name.

Chic.In : Why did you particularly focus on Japan, Italy, Sweden and UK brands?

Chic.In : When exactly did you open Trunk Labs? Trunk LABS opened in the summer of 2013, so three years after the first shop opened. We needed more space in order to meet the demand for more shoes, bags and accessories, but we were also in desperate need for more storage and office space.

Sweden because I am Swedish, but also because there are a lot of interesting things coming from there. I think the Swedes in general are very good at keeping things simple, not over or under-doing things. The Italians and Brits have long-standing traditions when it comes to menswear and have brands that people from all over the world have admired for decades, and in some cases centuries. We sell hats by Lock & Co, for instance, and they have been around since 1676. Japan as a nation is a fairly new player on the world stage, but over the last couple of years they have take the world by storm with their modern take on old classics. We also stock quite a few brands from the US that I think are doing a very good job.

Chic.In : What is the main advantage of being an independent store in London? London is one of the most influential cities in the world with a huge amount of very interesting people living and passing through here all year round, so even if you are a small business and on one of the smaller streets there are lots of people moving around and that potentially can end up on your doorstep. As an independent you have got free-

TRUNK LABS Store

Chic.In : What is the main challenge for an independent store like you? Competition from bigger players, both traditional stores and online, particularly when they decide to have sales. Sales in London have become very aggressive in terms of the levels of discounts over the last couple of years. Short term this might be a good solution and of course the customers are happy, but long term this is not sustainable, particularly for the independents.

Chic.In : Finally, what makes Trunk special and different from the others? I think we are different and special for various reasons, the most important part being that our emphasis is more on creating a warm and welcoming experience and offering a great selection of nice brands with interesting stories to tell rather than being seen as the coolest kid on the block with all the latest and trendiest pieces.

T r u n k LABS 34 Chiltern Street, â&#x20AC;¨London, â&#x20AC;¨ W1U 7QH, â&#x20AC;¨United Kingdom Opening hours 11-19 Mon-Fri 11-18 Sat 12-17 Sun/Bank Holiday +44 (0) 207 486 2357 info@trunkclothiers.com Credits Pictures : Roger Lin