KEEL MAGAZINE Volume 9 by KEEL MAGAZINE

TRUE II FASHION

DASHA ART

VOL 9

Silvia Kal Model/Actress/TV Host

Kendrick Paris Global Fashionista Jacqueline Chambers

Samrawit Alemu Ethiopian Fashion Model

Sonia Szostok

French Fashion Model

Margo Sahadzh

NYC Fashion & Beauty Model

Larissa Pashchenko Fashion Photographer

Featured Entertainment KSENIA Mia Sera Melanie Meriney ELIZA MAY

Designs By Lacry Andreas Schönke Fashion Photographer

Reigning Grey Ingrida Ilgine

International Model

Amanda Madubuko Nigerian Fashion & Beauty Model

Designer Spotlight Territa Torres Designs Maria Aristidou Raquel Designs Lilika Designs MARALEY Trompe L’oeil

Lacry Couture

Model: Angelina Kali Instagram: @angelina_kali

Model: Angelina Kali Instagram: @angelina_kali Photographer: @paulfrancismcgugan MUA: @yilsen_makeupartist

Ron Keel | Editor in Chief Main Office Jeany Persaud Public Relations - New York Sydney Collins Fashion Editor - New York Florencia Puricelli Fashion Editor Paraguay & Uruguay Pamela T Bakare Fashion Editor - China Sophia Alexandra Fashion & Entertainment Editor Los Angeles California Mibsam Tesfamariam Fashion & Entertainment Editor Geneva Switzerland Patrizia Terranova Illustrator/Design Sydney Australia Dana Danley Lead Photographer Main Office Hank Pegeron Lead Photographer New York Olli Ogneva Fashion Editor - Novosibirsk Russia Larissa Pashchenko Photographer Milan, Italy

Andreas Schönke Lead Photographer MEDIA PARTNER Rotterdam Netherlands

Cover Model: Silvia Kal Actress & TV host from Spain Instagram: @silviakalofficial www.facebook.com/silviakalofficial Designer: Eva Varro Instagram: @evavarrolifestyle www.evavarro.com Photographer: Michel Pinto IG: @amodernromancephotography www.amodernromancephotography.com Location: Melrose Place, CA

Territa Torres Designs By Territa Torres

PAGE 12 Samrawit Alemu Ethiopian Fashion Model

PAGE 24 Margo Sahadzh NYC Fashion & Beauty Model

PAGE 56 Larissa Pashchenko Fashion & Beauty Photographer

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Entertainment Section Page 146

Special thanks to: Amanda Madubuko, Sydney Collins, Silvia Kal, Sonia Szostok, Samrawit Alemu, Raquel Chavez, Ingrida Ilgine, Rawan Tamim,

Territa Torres and Team, Jacqueline Chambers, Andreas Schönke, Larissa Pashchenko, Margo Sahadzh, Raymond Hunter, Tory Collay, Irin Daniels, Keddy Davis, Al Owens, Tony Bear RIP

KEEL MAGAZINE is a GLOBAL online/print-on-demand fashion magazine. We showcase forward-thinking talent within the Fashion/Beauty & Entertainment industry and support an international network of fashion designers, models, photographers, hair & makeup artists, (etc) from all parts of the world.

TRUE II FASHION Cover Model - Silvia Kal - Fashion & Beauty Model -TV Host - Actress - Pages 28-35 Designs by Lacry - Featuring Fashion Runway & Beauty Model Angelina Kali Pages 2-5 Kendrick - Paris - Womens Footwear Designer - Pages 6-7 Sonia Szostok - Fashion & Beauty Model - Pages 10-11 Territa Torres Designs - By Territa Torres - Pages 12-23 Samrawit Alemu - Ethiopian Fashion Model - Pages 24-27 Dasha Art - By Dasha Matrosova - Pages 36-45 Maria Aristidou - Fashion Designer - Pages 46-55 Margo Sahadzh - NY Fashion Runway & Beauty Model - Pages 56-63 Reigning Grey - Jewelry - Pages 64-67 Ingrida Ilgine - Fahion Beauty & Runway Model - Pages 68-71 Andreas Schönke - Fashion & Beauty Photographer - Pages 72-79 Raquel Designs - Fashion Designer - Pages 80-81 Samrawit Alemu - Ethiopian Fashion Model - continued on Pages 82-85 Lilika Designs Fashion House - By Christina Kilmister - Pages 86-95 Kendrick - Paris - Womens Footwear Designer - continued on Pages 96-97 Rawan Tamim - Beauty Model - Pages 98-101 MARALEY - by Mehri Babayeva Fashion Designer - Pages 102-107 Amanda Madubuko Nigerian Fashion & Beauty Model - Pages 108-111 Trompe L’oeil - By Fashion Designer Rajitha Prakruthi - Pages 112-119 Keddy Davis - Beauty Photogrpher - Pages 120-123 Kendrick - Paris - Womens Footwear Designer - continued on Pages 124-125 Sonia Szostok - Fashion & Beauty Model - continued on Pages 126-129 “Global Fashionista” - Jackie J Studio by Jacqueline Chambers - Pages 130-137 Larissa Pashchenko - Fashion & Beauty Photographer - Pages 138-145 Entertainment Spotlight Banner - Pages 146-147 Ksenia Valenti - Recording Artist Singer & Songwriter- Pages 148-151 Mia Sera - Recording Artist Singer & Songwriter - Pages 152-155 Melanie Meriney - Recording Artist Singer & Songwriter - Pages 156-159 Eliza May - DJ Music Producer - Pages 160-165 San Diego California Creatives - Pages 166-167 Cover Model - Silvia Kal - Fashion & Beauty Model -TV Host - Actress - continued on Pages 168-169 Silvia Kal - Back Cover TOC Background Photo Model: Silvia Kal

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Fashion & Beauty Model Sonia Szostok

Model: Sonia Szostok Designer: MANTHEY Collection Instagram: @msmanthey Photographer: Ronald Suelo Instagram: @ronaldsuelo_photo Accessories: Marie-Lise Lachapelle earrings Instagram:@mllachapelle

Fashion & Beauty Model Sonia Szostok

Model: Sonia Szostok Designer: MANTHEY Collection Instagram: @msmanthey Photographer: Ronald Suelo Instagram: @ronaldsuelo_photo Accessories: Marie-Lise Lachapelle earrings Instagram:@mllachapelle

Territa Torres Designs Her ready-to-wear line utilizes pleated details as the main element throughout her unique collection

Designs by: Territa Torres

errita Torres Designs is a very unique clothing brand. Designed by Territa Torres, who is probably one of the most original innovative emerging designers we’ve seen in a long time. Her ready-towear line utilizes pleated details as the main element throughout her beautiful collection. Boldly feminine, innovative and expressive for the hustling woman on the go with comfort and style is Tarrita’s personal style of fashion. While attending The Art Institute of California San Diego (AICASD), Territa was encouraged by her professors to create their own original designs. During Fashion Week San Diego 2015 Territa showcased for the first time her ENVY collection, this was also her first time creating her own designs. After thinking about how she could set herself apart from already established brands including fellow emerging brands, she decided to use the pleat as the main focal point of her designs. After sharing her idea with 2 close friends they both told her not to go with the

pleat. Since she had already pleated 3/4 of the fabric and had done the patterns and mockups, Territa decided to move forward with her original plan. When the collection was shown on FWSD’s runway, she felt a sense of accomplishment and was proud of herself. Her brand won 3rd place in the Top Designer category from that night forward

ward. Elsa Schiaparelli, a surrealist fashion designer has shown her to not follow trends and fads and always try to achieve a state of stand-alone designs. Roberto Cavalli without a doubt has influenced her the most, his work is impeccable and stunning. His views on beauty come from life experiences of travel and art. Its amazing what he can see beyond what is in front of him. Territa looks forward to scheduling travel time for visiting art galleries and museums when it is time to create a new collection. The one thing that Territa would like to see change the most withing the fashion industry, is for consumers to purchase from new emerging brands instead of supporting “who’s hot now” celebrity brands. She is formally trained, with a degree and always learning new techniques for

she knew there was something spe- applique and embroidery for sewing to cial about her brand. better her craft for fashion lovers. She cares about what her clients really want Territa continues to be influenced and need, she never pushes just anything by Coco Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld at them just because its “hot” right now. which have inspired her to make sure she creates different and unique You can support Territa Torres Designs by and to keep fashion moving forfollowing their social media links below.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Boldly feminine, innovative and expressive for the hustling woman on the go with comfort and styleâ&#x20AC;?

Designer: Territa Torres www.territatorresdesigns.com Model: Luz Lopez IG: @luzzlopezz Photographer: 656 Photography www.656.photography.com MUA: Joanna Camargo www.Joannacamargo.com Hair: Brianna Murphy Instagram: @l.y.m.salon Stylist: Aubree Lynn Instagram: @Stylishly_positive Accessories: Amorcito Jewerly www.amorcito.us Location: Coronado, California

Designer: Territa Torres www.territatorresdesigns.com Model: Luz Lopez IG: @luzzlopezz Model: Annamarie Dean IG: @annamarie_simpkins_dean Photographer: 656 Photography www.656.photography.com MUA: Joanna Camargo www.Joannacamargo.com Hair: Brianna Murphy Instagram: @l.y.m.salon Stylist: Aubree Lynn Instagram: @Stylishly_positive Accessories: Amorcito Jewerly www.amorcito.us Location: Coronado, California

Designer: Territa Torres www.territatorresdesigns.com Model: Annamarie Dean IG: @annamarie_simpkins_dean Photographer: 656 Photography www.656.photography.com MUA: Joanna Camargo www.Joannacamargo.com Hair: Brianna Murphy Instagram: @l.y.m.salon Stylist: Aubree Lynn Instagram: @Stylishly_positive Accessories: Amorcito Jewerly www.amorcito.us Location: Coronado, California

www.territatorresdesigns.com Instagram: @territatorresdesigns

Fashion & Beauty Model Samrawit Alemu

Model: Samrawit Alemu Instagram: @samryy__ Designer: Fikirte Addis www.yefikirdesign.com Photographer: Amanuel Asrat Instagram: @amanasrat Assistant Photographer: Bruk Yigezu MUA: Atkilt Lemma Instagram: @makeupbyatkilt Hair: Soreti Wellness and Spa Instagram: @soreti_spa Location: Bishoftu, Ethiopia

Silvia Kal Actress, TV Host, Writer & Model

ilvia Kal, Actress, TV Host, Writer and Model from Madrid Spain, is a hidden gem amongst creatives today. Being very humble, Silvia has quietly managed to book some of the best acting and modeling gigs in both Spain and the United States. She is known in the film industry for Goya’s Ghosts, Crypto Game and many more movies and TV series which you can see in her IMDB bio. Her modeling portfolio is packed full of other editorial spreads where she has appeared in various magazines from around the world.

Q: At what age did you first start modeling?

A: I didn’t start until I was 18 be-

a guy friend who was obsessed with presenting me to Miss Spain, haha. I never tried to enter Miss Spain, but all these people made me believe that maybe I should give it a try. I was fortunate to do my first shoot with a wonderful photographer whose work was beautiful and her attitude was fantastic. First experiences are always so important to determine if you want to keep doing something or not.

Q: Does modeling leave much time for family and friends?

A: It leaves more time than a 9 to 5

job. It’s more flexible and usually, you don’t work every day. You can take Q: Have you been on the cover of any your kid to an audition or if he’s old other magazine’s? enough even to a shoot, but you can’t take him to the office... Usually, in A: Yes, I’ve been on the cover of sev- this industry people are flexible and eral magazines around the world and open-minded. have been featured in many others. When I got my first big publication Q: What do you look for in a good I was so excited and nervous. When photographer? it came out, my Facebook was going crazy with so many friend requests! A: I make sure I like his/her previous

cause before that I was studying and I never believed I could be a model. My classmates always told me that I should Q: How would you describe yourself become a professional model, and I had in one sentence?

A: I try to stay very positive, honest

(sometimes too honest), trustworthy,

I stand by my beliefs. I live life like if there was no tomorrow, love traveling, being outdoors, doing different activities, trying new things, love animals, justice, and hate cruel people.

work. Also, I need to make sure that he knows how to work the lights, posing of the model, angles, the way he retouches the photos. Sometimes you look good in a photo and then a photographer may do a horrible retouch and publish that photo. That’s extremely annoying because they are making you look worse than you do. Once I worked with a photographer who didn’t let me see the images

Cover Model Silvia Kal Actress & TV host from Spain Instagram: @silviakalofficial Designer: Rachel Roy Photographer: Michel Pinto IG: @amodernromancephotography Location: Melrose Place, CA

Cover Model Silvia Kal Actress & TV host from Spain Instagram: @silviakalofficial Designer: H&M Photographer: Michel Pinto IG: @amodernromancephotography Location: Beverly Hills, CA

Cover Model Silvia Kal Actress & TV host from Spain Instagram: @silviakalofficial Designer: ZARA Instagram: @zara Photographer: Michel Pinto IG: @amodernromancephotography Location: Beverly Hills, CA

“I want to create photos that people will remember and not just quickly scroll by in their news feed”

Q&A with DASHA ART Dasha Matrosova

Q: What or who motivated you to start creating photographic art?

A: In my early childhood days, I re-

ally liked designing various things. I learned how to sew, knit and I loved to draw, all of which, led me to become a photographer and creating my photographic artworks. I decided to study photography while studying at a university. Then I realized that I wanted a modern, artistic job that would compliment me. I have now been working in the field of photography for 6 years.

own costumes, create unique accessories and come up with the perfect makeup looks. This process helps our projects have a successful outcome. I always photograph my subjects in the studio because the studio is my element. Before I began the photoshoot, I first choose specific lighting to create the right atmosphere. I’m also a “photo retoucher”, so I process all of my photos myself just so I can proudly say, “I did it all by myself ”.

identify with the most?

A: Pablo Picasso

A: The creative process begins with

Q: How do you know when you

Q: Does today’s fashion industry inspire you to create?

Q: What Artist do you think you A: Of course, fashion photography

Q: What is your creative process like? thinking of new ideas and preparation. In many of our photoshoots, we start from scratch. We sew our

cess of creating a photograph. Already on the camera’s screen, I see that there’s a shot that will be the coolest! I’m hurrying home from the studio to start working with the images as soon as possible. I often stay awake very late into the night without sleep just to edit photos that I love.

have created a good painting?

A: This feeling appears in the pro-

has become more unusual. As well as photo works and collections of clothes, accessories. Bold decisions are appearing more and more. And simple photographs and displays do not inspire anyone. Thanks to this, photography grows and changes its appeal. We do not just photograph fashion, we also tell an incredible

story. Q: What countries or cities inspire you the most?

A: You cannot choose one for me.

In every country, city and culture, I discover something interesting.

A: I appreciate my strength and production costs, I also appreciate my love for every job and of my international awards. Moreover, the price depends on the circulation, size, and the quality of the print.

A: This is a classic style with original

elements or accessories. For example, a classic suit with a strange belt and sneakers. Dress combined with sportswear. A completely unpredict-

Q: What other hidden (creative) talents do you have?

A: I sing and really love music. In Q: Do you own an art gallery? If not, my studio, there is always sound to

Q: How would you best describe is this your goal? your personal Fashion & Beauty style?

happy. On my other social networks, I have within 9-10 thousand.

A: Currently, I do not have an art gal-

lery, maybe this step will come a little later. I do not think that this is the goal, rather it is part of the development. Now nothing prevents me from working with my prints with other galleries. I would more like to open a

able style sometimes. Q: Does your love for art inspire your everyday wardrobe choices?

create the atmosphere at a photoshoot. Music is always with me, in the car, at home, and at work.

Q: Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?

A: After 5 years, I think my work will

change and I will start working on larger commercial projects. Perhaps I will work more as an art director, I have a good vision of projects and what to do with them.

A: Art affects the way I view

Q: Is there anything else things. Sometimes in a crowd you would like to add? of people, you see a strangely dressed person. and the first A: When working in the thing you think ... probably field of photography, you an artist or designer or model, understand that this is not in general, a person who is “in the subject.” It happens Moscow International Photography Awards in Minsk just a click of the camera. You won’t see anyone with a with me, sometimes I want regular shot, given that each to merge with the crowd, and some- house of photography, where you can of us has a camera on the phone. I times I get out of it andto show who come to work, relax and have fun. want to create photos that people I am. will remember and not just quickly Q: How many social media followers scroll by in their news feed. Q: What is your educational back- do you have? * (Facebook, Twitter, Inground as far as photography/art is stagram, Pinterest and more?) concerned? A: For me, that number is not the A: I graduated from an art univer- main goal. I want my subscribers to sity, this is a school of fine art and teaching. Before that, in my youth, I graduated from a five-year course in art school.

Q: How do you set a price for your work? Is this difficult?

DASHA ART be people who really like what I do. Instagram: @dasha_foto_art For example, I did not pay attention www.dashafoto.com to how many people had subscribed www.facebook.com/dashafotoart to my account on the photo resource ViewBug. I later discovered that I already had more than 10,000 subscribers, while I did not have time to regularly update the photos. It made me

DASHA ART Instagram: @dasha_foto_art www.dashafoto.com

Maria Aristidou Luxury Fashion Designer “The knit provides a comfortable feeling all season round” Model: Angeline Parent

In 2015 Maria Aristidou introduced her first A/W 2015 Capsule Knit Scarf Collection, a beginning of a new concept in her designs. The uniqueness and versatility of knitwear inspired her to first explore and then create, using luxurious threads and elaborate techniques, various knit patterns. The craftsmanship of detailed hand embroideries adds to the uniqueness of Maria Aristidou’s Knit Fabric Collections for the couture evening wear and accessories The designer’s collections all made in Cyprus, include women’s couture knit eveningwear, knit wedding dresses luxury knit beachwear for men and women as well as accessories such as scarves, turbans, and headbands. Maria is currently working on a new scarf collection for men and women A/W 2019220. She is also working on

her new Luxury Beachwear Collection for both men and women, as well as her new S/S 2020 Women’s Couture Collection. If that’s not enough, she is finally going to create her men’s Capsule Collection, with this she is very thrilled! So far Maria has created 7 collections.

Maria Aristidou Being inspired by designers such as Jeanne Lanvin, Alber Elbaz, Marie Grazia Chiuri, and the unforgettable Alexander McQueen, has led to her amazing creativity. Her goal is to make her clients feel Luxurious, feminine, modern, classic while at the same

time, unique for its “knit niche” and handcrafted embroidery. The knit provides a comfortable feeling all season round. Maria’s style of dress is also, comfy and classic with details that stand out. Most of her design process can take up to a week or two, but to produce the fabrics, and the collections, usually take up to 4-5 months each season. The process of each collection production starts from sketching the collection. Once the sketches are finalized, the fabric pattern is designed in great detail for the knit machine technician to transfer it to a computerized program for the knit machines. Then, a series of tests to decide what yarns will be used for each pattern, how thick or thin the fabric will be, color sampling combinations, hand-embroidery design testing, quality, and durability checks, etc, follow. At the same time yarns such as wool, viscose, lurex,

Designer: Maria Aristidou Instagram: @mariafashiondes Model: Angeline Parent Instagram: @angeline_parent @avamodelslondon Photographer: Greg Alexander Instagram: @gregalexanderofficial Creative Director: SĂŠbastien Vienne Instagram: @sebastienvienne Makeup: Carine Instagram: @carineparisparis Assistant: Romane Instagram: @romane_srn

Designer: Maria Aristidou Instagram: @mariafashiondes Model: Angeline Parent Instagram: @angeline_parent

such as wool, viscose, lurex, cotton, silk, and velvet (depending on the season) are ordered from France and Italy to produce the desired fabrics for the collection. Cutting, hand embroidering and sewing follows. In each step of the couture collection, from making the fabric till the sewing stage there is always a testing period because the collection is the prototype, thus, the production process many times always goes through changes to receive the desired outcome. When asked had she ever struggled financially in the fashion industry, she replied, “The fashion industry is quite an expensive business to start with especially when a brand has no outside finance. Even though I may experience some financial issues, things are getting better with a lot of work and persistence”. Maria Aristdou’s portfolio is very impressive! Every design she creates is from scratch. The only fabric purchased is the lining. The art of knitwear is not only luxurious but wearable all seasons, comfortable, classic and at the same time modern. There is a lot of work, love, and passion about it and she is proud that everything is produced in her home country Cyprus. I’m sure you will agree, that the “MARIA ARISTIDOU” brand will soon become a household name within the luxury fashion industry worldwide.

MARIA ARISTIDOU Instagram: @mariafashiondes www.mariaaristidou.com

Designer: Maria Aristidou Instagram: @mariafashiondes Model: Angeline Parent Instagram: @angeline_parent @avamodelslondon Photographer: Greg Alexander Instagram: @gregalexanderofficial Creative Director: Sébastien Vienne Instagram: @sebastienvienne Makeup: Carine Instagram: @carineparisparis Assistant: Romane Instagram: @romane_srn

Model: Margo Sahadzh Instagram: @margo_sahadzh Photographer: Tatiana Katkova IG: @photo_tatianakatkova www.tatianakatkova.com Stylist:Anastasia Solovey IG: @solovey_solovey MUA/H: Tara Gervacio @tara_gervacio_mua

Margo Sahadzh NYC Fashion Model

International Fashion Runway & Beauty Model Ingrida Ilgine

Model: Ingrida Ilgine Instagram: @Ingrida_ilgine Photographer: Laurent Thouvenin Instagram handle: @laurent_thouvenin_photographe Designer: @femata_couture Instagram handle: femata_couture MUA (makeup artist) MAAP Website : www.ecoledemaquillage.net Location: Eiffel Tower, Paris

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The best color in the whole world is the one that looks good on you.â&#x20AC;? Coco Chanel

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dress shabbily and they remember the dress; dress impeccably and they remember the woman.â&#x20AC;? Coco Chanel

Andreas Schรถnke

International Fashion & Beauty Photographer

Photographer: Andreas Schรถnke Instagram: @she.calls.me.visaboy www.visaboyphotography.com Model: Michantely de Jong Instagram: @brigittayoung MUA: Vanessa Cristina Instagram: @vanessacristina_mua Stylist: Faiza el Ouahabi instagram: @elanaray.fs Location: Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Photographer: Andreas Schรถnke Instagram: @she.calls.me.visaboy www.visaboyphotography.com Model: Cheverny Starke Instagram: @ melaninadoll_ MUA: Vanessa Cristina Instagram: @vanessacristina_mua Stylist: Faiza el Ouahabi Instagram: @elanaray.fs Location: Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Raquel Designs are created by Fashion Designer Raquel Chavez, a woman who has a passion for fashion and desires to follow the same pattern of her grandmother who was a seamstress. Raquel is a native of San Diego, California. Raquel presented her first collection in 2014 during the Golden Scissors awards, which is part of the San Diego Mesa Fashion program. Then in 2018, she presented her “Day To Nightwear” collection in the House of Blues in San Diego. In 2019, the new collection was presented during the “Fashion Fest”, a part of Fashion Week Latina, and then presented again during “Experience Fashion Night”. “This collection was created with dedication and love”, stated Raquel. Being inspired by the streets of Paris became the driving force behind her new SIRAP collection which means Paris spelled backward. This collection was designed with tones of Spring colors and fabrics. The collection was constructed in a French style with a different silhouette that fits well with the woman’s body.

Instagram: @raqueldesigns.com

We’re looking forward to seeing Raquel Designs right beside other popular designer’s clothing in all major luxury retail stores across the globe.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Raquel Designs is a feminine brand that dresses women that want to look young, feminine, and modern.â&#x20AC;?

Designer: Raquel Designs Model 1: Adriana Teigeiro Model 2: Aceah Brown Photographer: Adrian Tapia Instagram: RaquelDesigns Stylist: Raquel Style Hair: Raquel Style

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Model: Samrawit Alemu Instagram: @samryy__ Designer: Meti Hailemariam Instagram: @meti.gaye Photographer: Amanuel Asrat Instagram: @amanasrat Assistant Photographer: Bruk Yigezu MUA: Atkilt Lemma Instagram: @makeupbyatkilt Hair: Soreti Wellness and Spa Instagram: @soreti_spa Jewelry: Axab Jewelry Instagram: @axi_axab Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Model: Samrawit Alemu Instagram: @samryy__ Designer: Redeat Mulugeta Instagram: @redis_clothing Photographer: Amanuel Asrat Instagram: @amanasrat Assistant Photographer: Bruk Yigezu MUA: Atkilt Lemma Instagram: @makeupbyatkilt Hair: Soreti Wellness and Spa Instagram: @soreti_spa Jewelry: Axab Jewelry Instagram: @axi_axab Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Model: Samrawit Alemu Instagram: @samryy__ Designer: Gelila Asfaw Instagram: @geliswardrobe Photographer: Amanuel Asrat Instagram: @amanasrat Assistant Photographer: Bruk Yigezu MUA: Atkilt Lemma Instagram: @makeupbyatkilt Hair: Soreti Wellness and Spa Instagram: @soreti_spa Jewelry: Axab Jewelry Instagram: @axi_axab Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Model: Samrawit Alemu Instagram: @samryy__ Designer: Milena Tensaye Instagram: @milenatensaye Photographer: Amanuel Asrat Instagram: @amanasrat Assistant Photographer: Bruk Yigezu MUA: Atkilt Lemma Instagram: @makeupbyatkilt Hair: Soreti Wellness and Spa Instagram: @soreti_spa Jewelry: Axab Jewelry Instagram: @axi_axab Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Lilika Designs Fashion House “unforgettable, unique, elegant and fabulous inside and out”

Photographer: Katherine Angelique Links:@letmetakeyourpicture Model:Gabriella Kaczkurkin Links:@_msgabriella_ MUA: Sephora NYC Designer: Christina Kilmister -Lilika Designs Links:www.lilikadesigns.com @lilika_designs

Fashion designer Christina Kilmister designs for women who want to effortlessly slip into an outfit that makes them feel special, look fabulous, but also comfortable. Wearable, versatile designs, created for work and play, full of personality and color, for women who don’t want to look the same as everyone else. Her brand is about standing out, not fitting in, and being, “just a little bit posh”. Growing up in New Zealand has inspired her to design the way she does. According to Christina., New Zealand is bright, fresh and has so much amazing landscape and color. She is inspired even when being out in the country hanging with her horse. She is also part Greek and is inspired by the culture of Greece.

she was presented with a wonderful opportunity when asked to design for a Bollywood movie. So right now she’s very busy in preparation for that. Currently, she is designing limited designs

Model:Gabriella Kaczkurkin

Christina has designed eight full collections to date along with designing one-off/limited designs regularly, this is what she loves to do, offering something new and fresh outside the seasonal collections. You can currently see her designs in celebrity designer Pol Atteu’s Boutique located in Beverly Hills, California in “the golden triangle”. Also, she has had the opportunity to stock her brand in more than a few fashion boutiques around the world. The next time you shop for clothing in your favorite fashion boutique keep an eye out for Lilika Designs.

As Lilika is stocked at Rodeo Christina never quite knows who is Christina Kilmister wearing her designs! The TV show “ Gown And Out In Beverly Hills” for her brand instead of a regular full is also filmed on location at the Being full of creativity, Christina collection for the coming seasons, this boutique. So there are always celebs Kilmister (Lilika Designs Fashion also allows her the time to balance the coming and going. Gaby Natale, House) is always coming up with new up-and-coming movie Project. triple Emmy award winner, often ideas and Inspirations. Just recently,

Photographer: Katherine Angelique Instagram:@letmetakeyourpicture Model:Gabriella Kaczkurkin Instagram:@_msgabriella_ MUA: Sephora NYC: Designer: Christina Kilmister -Lilika Designs Instagram:@lilika_designs 87 Stylist: Christina Kilmister

Book Signing

Christina Kilmister

You can find her book, “Passion, Fashion & Heart” on www.Amazon.com Christina Kilmister

Model- Sarah Mitchell Designer: Lilika Designs Fashion House Instagram: @ lilika_designs www.lilikadesigns.com

wears Lilika and loves it, they now have a great friendship, and keep in contact with each other after initially meeting at LAFW. Some TV hosts/personalities have also worn Lilika over time. When asked how Christina wanted women to feel while wearing her designs she stated the following: unforgettable, unique, elegant and fabulous inside and out! When a woman walks into a room wearing Lilika, I want her to feel like all eyes are on her. She knows that at best there are only a handful of outfits like she is wearing around the world. I have always said, there is more to just putting on a pretty dress, it is the way it makes you feel, makes you move. There is power in feeling amazing and what I would love is my designs to make a woman feel like that! Christina is very passionate about designing and styling, to her these two components go hand-in-hand. Her true desire and purpose is to make women feel beautiful inside and out. That is why she wrote a book to share her journey. You can find her book, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Passion, Fashion & Heartâ&#x20AC;? which was recently released and became an Amazon Best Seller. Even though she is passionate about fashion, she is equally passionate about helping and guiding women on how to dress for their body shape. How to feel good and not just be about the clothing they wear but also about what they love in life, to follow their dreams. Christina is not all talk, she walked away from a corporate career to follow her passion for fashion.

Lilika Designs Fashion House Instagram: @ lilika_designs www.lilikadesigns.com

Model- Sarah Mitchell Designer: Lilika Designs Fashion House Instagram: @ lilika_designs www.lilikadesigns.com

Model: Rawan Tamim

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Elegance is not standing out, but being remembered.â&#x20AC;? Giorgio Armani

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have always believed that fashion was not only to make women more beautiful, but also to reassure them, give the confidence.â&#x20AC;? Yves Saint Laurent

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and innovating by combining modern pieces with their traditional embroidered pieces. Although she was quite popular among her friends and family back then, designing was nothing more than her hobby and passion. The real deal was the creation of exquisite Maraley collections that she decided to share with a world years later. Maraley collections have a lot of deeper meanings for her and one of them symbolizes the bridge between Asia and Europe: through conservative masculine-looking corporate wear and flirty, feminine embroidery. Attributable to the fascinating and rich historical and cultural background of her country, At the age of 7 Mehri Babayeva, the designing and embroidery craft intimately intertwined with their women’s owner of Maraley created her first embroidery handcraft for her mother. daily life up until this date. Embroidery handcrafted when women would hum When she turned 17 she created a heart-felt melody and decorate their her first dress design for her prom clothing with beautiful and intricate patcelebration. After Mehri moved terns goes back to Ancient Silk Road and to Europe for her studies shortly Nomad times. after, she started experimenting araley, the go-to brand for beautiful, elegant and game-changing clothes for women is nestled in the heart of truly Asian Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur. Maraley is committed to delivering high-quality, elegant pieces through seamless customer experience throughout the world. From premium fabrics and impeccable workmanship to custom tailoring and exquisite embroidery - Maraley’s work-of-art pieces are all about the details.

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The core concept that lies behind all of Mehri’s designs is Balance. Balance of modern and traditional, the balance of masculine and feminine, the balance of needed and wanted. During her earlier years in a corporate environment in the banking industry, Mehri according to her words, was all too pushy and dominant almost like a man losing her feminine touch as she grew in her career. She remembers wearing plain traditional suits and office clothing and that felt like the outer expression of her growing inner dissatisfaction with herself. Mehri was longing for colors, liveliness, vibrancy and this was the point when things started changing for her. That shift is reflected in her first exclusive collection: a sophisticated fusion of traditional masculine work-wear and refreshing feminine embroidery: a shift in favor of “desired” rather than “needed.” Ever since the inception of the Mara-

ley brand, Mehri’s personal style is the Maraley style. As someone who started from scratch, she has been wearing many hats: designer, business owner, production manager, you name it. It will come as no surprise then that she is also her brand’s ambassador. Whenever she has an important meeting or company function, Mehri pulls out either something from her collections or own customized designs that sit well and feel good. In general, she doesn’t always choose designs that only fit her, but also designs that are in season, fashionable and in style at the time. One of Mehri’s favorite designers is fine woman’s wear designer Roland Mouret, for she admires his simple yet very elegant style. Famous for draping and fitted silhouettes, his designs celebrate femininity. Mehri can easily identify with his native awareness of sensuality. Although he lacked some designing skills in his early years of career, his natural taste allowed him to create impeccable clothing and become one of the fashion world’s icons. His life story encourages and empowers any “natural” designer who follows his passion and love for designing. When we asked Mehri, “Is there anything you would you like to see change within today’s designing industry?”, she stated, “In my opinion, the change in the fashion designing industry is not an external event. It is possible and is already happening as many women start making conscious choices for their personal fashion style. It’s a shift that happened in my life in favor of desired rather than needed. When women are confident enough to wear something they desire rather than a piece that needs to be in your wardrobe because it’s a last scream of fashion. The digital and creative age we live in makes it possible to choose from a diversity of designs from young and talented designers and it has been never easier than now

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to build your unique style and to express your authenticity. Unquestionably, it takes courage to break through fashion stereotypes and stand out from the crowd with your style, innovative work or any other creative endeavor but I believe we all are well along the way to that positive change”. Having traveled all around the world from a young age, Mehri believes that her self-reliance has given her the strength to build her own path in life and make choices based on self-questioning and self-exploration. She believes that this also holds true for fashion style as well. While ever-changing fashion trends dictate women what to wear and how to wear, Mehri’s sincerest desire for women is that they find their own unique style that expresses their own individuality. Mehri believes that the beauty and uniqueness of her collections are the first steps on a women’s journey to their self-discovery through their authentic fashion style. For Mehri, vibrant colors and exquisite embroidery designs are external celebrations of women’s inner joy and light. Mehri would love to see every woman wearing her collections, but since from a practical standpoint it is not quite possible, her target is cosmopolitan cities with a largely female population of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, such as New-York, Toronto, Los-Angeles, Sydney, Dubai, and many others. Mehri or the Maraley brand represents the uniqueness of every woman. Mehri feels that when women embrace and express their authenticity through their own style and their own choices in favor of desired, rather than needed, they become an inspiration for others to shine the way they are!

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Model: Amanda Madubuko Instagram: @realmandie__ Photographer: Rebecca Nwose Instagram: @rebeccanwose Designer: MOOFA Instagram: @moofadesigns Bag: Nodrog Street Lagos Instagram: @nodrog.st Hat: Perry Ellis Belt: Jane Norman Location: Lagos Nigeria

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Trompe L’oeil By Fashion Designer: Rajitha Prakruthi

Q: How many collections have you de- A: Europe signed and which one was your favorite? Q: Who is your biggest fashion inspiA: So far I have designed 5 collections. ration? My favorite is the designs from NYFW 2016 (spring/summer 2017 collection) A: Coco Chanel Q: How much of the designing process are you involved in? A: I am involved in sketching the design until the construction of the garment. Q: What would you change about the fashion industry? A: My brand represents a more unique style/concept and presentation when compared to other brands. Q: What is your favorite shopping location? A: San Francisco’s Union Square.

Q: What is your personal style of dress?

Q: What city or country inspires you the most to create?

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Q: How do you feel when you see someone wearing your designs?

A: Extremely happy! Trompe L’oeil presents a myriad of designs that depict the unique side dimension of the person wearing them, a dimension that was waiting to be showcased. Each of their apparel designs is a classic art masterpiece rather than just an outfit. They believe that fashion is an expression of one’s innerself. They create every design with an underlying concept that would reflect the inner dimensions and expressions of the people who wear them. Philanthropy project - As part of their social responsibility initiative, they aim to recognize and award the hidden talents of underprivileged children with special abilities. To accomplish this objective, Trompe L’oeil, in collaboration with Devnar school for the blind, intends to launch a philanthropic project.

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Designer: Rajitha Prakruthi Instagram: @trompeloeil_official www.trompeloeil.com Model:KJ Mila Instagram: @kj_mila Photographer: Andrew Kim Pham Instagram: @andrekpham MUA: Nadya Ganicheva Instagram: @hmnbirdd Hair: Nadya Ganicheva Instagram: @hmnbirdd Location: Pleasanton CA

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Global Fashionista “Creating meaningful content around the world for the luxury television network, Cinémoi”

Jackie J Studio Cinémoi Q&A with Jacqueline Chambers Q: What motivated you to start creating luxury fashion content and videos? A: It all started when I decided to go to fashion school. I was looking at international business courses and my college admin said I should look at doing something that I’d be happy doing even if I wasn’t getting paid. Fashion was a nobrainer. School and internships lead to me meeting my business partner, which ultimately lead to me creating content for brands and media organizations around the world.

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Jacqueline Chambers is a Los Angeles based content creator, event planner, online marketing strategist, wardrobe stylist and founder of lifestyle blog TGIFguide. She also runs her own content creation and marketing company, Jackie J. Studio. Since founding her first online publication, Forward Fashion, Chambers has continued to be a respected voice in the fashion/media industry, working with brands and pro-

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ductions including LA Swim Week, New York Fashion Week, LA Fashion Week, Toronto Fashion Week, Miami Swim Week, and many more. From organizing one of the first-ever live streams at Karl Lagerfeld’s nomination for an award at NYU to working with the award-winning television network Cinémoi, Chambers is constantly traveling around the world to find and create new content for her viewers.

Q: What fashion content are you the proudest of? A: I’d have to say the time I live-streamed Karl Lagerfeld when he accepted an award from NYU. This was back in the day when live streaming was barely a twinkle in social media’s eye, so it was pretty exciting to be involved in something like that. And also, to meet Karl, of course! Let’s

Q: What are some challenges you have faced in sharing your content with the world? A: Let’s talk about wifi issues! If there is ever an issue with wifi, my whole world is in disarray. I’m so grateful for the hotspot on my phone. It even worked in the middle of the Mongolian steppes! Q: What role does social media play in your business? A: Social media is beyond vital for my business. I always explain to people that social media is a tool, just like a hammer, you can use it to break things or build things. I like to use it to build relationships, events, contact lists, you name it, for my clients and myself. I will say that instead of getting lost in hours of content consumption, however, it is wise to have a strategy when it comes to scrolling through your feed so you don’t waste too much time. Q: Where do you see your company five years from now? A: I definitely see India in the future. There are so many exciting things going on in that part of the world. I also have Nigeria on my radar along with many other exciting places! The keyword is definitely expansion! Q: What luxury fashion brands have you provided video exposure for? A: First and foremost, for the luxury fashion and lifestyle network, Cinémoi. I have also had the pleasure of working with many designers during fashion week including Marc Jacobs, Proenza Schouler, Alexander Wang, Armani, and lest I forget all of the PR legends at PMK, EMC Bowrey and more. I have even scouted fashion trends for the global trend forecasting company, Fashion Snoops.

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Q: How do you keep your content fresh, is there a particular formula? A: I’m always doing webinars and checking out new apps. ALWAYS. Ad Week has some great webinars and so does Constant Contact. It never hurts to check out what’s new in the App Store, either. Q: What do you feel makes your content different t from others? A: At Cinémoi, we focus on Media that Matters. Our team proudly curates programming that reflects our rich cultural diversity.

elastic waistband, I don’t mess with it!” lol. I am 100% into comfort. I adore dressing up to the nines, but it has to be comfortable. I would call my style colorful, experimental and definitely girly!

places on my favorites list. Tokyo, Milan, Moscow... If I really did have to choose only one though, I think it would have to be LA! You really can’t find the same array of different styles and cultures Q: What do you primarily look for visu- represented here anywhere else. ally while shooting a fashion event? LA is an openminded and exceptionally diverse hub. You can find A: I look for good lighting. If you don’t everything here. have good lighting, it doesn’t matter Q: What new projects can we expect to see in the future? A: The annual CinéFashion Film Awards will be held on December 9th in Beverly Hills. I’m very excited about this event, it will be the 3rd annual event that I have worked on with Cinémoi. Then once the new year rolls in there are all of the Awards shows, then comes Fashion Week, Coachella, it never ends.

Q: What are some of your fashion traveling experiences? A: Most recently I had the great honor of interviewing fashion designers in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. It was so inspiring to see how passionate Aigerim Akenova of Kazakhstan was about designing sustainably for her brand Aiken and how hard the ladies behind Rano Klicheva work to stay ahead in the booming Uzbek economy. Q: If possible, what would you change overnight about the luxury fashion industry?

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A: I would change how much pollution is created by the fashion industry as a whole. There is a great documentary, The True Cost, which blew my mind about all the waste our industry generates. I think it should be a mustwatch for everyone in the business.

what you’re shooting. If good lighting is already there, I will focus on getting the right frame and telling the story in the most engaging way possible. I’m also always planning ahead to make sure to get good images or video footage for things like web banners, etc, that might require a specific spec.

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Q: Do you have a favorite fashion destination?

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A: I have had a lot of amazing shooting, it is difficult to choose A: I loved photography since my childhood and 5 years ago I one. decided to make it my career. Q: If you could shoot anywhere in the world, where would it be? Q: What type of photography do you like the most? A: At the Grand Canyon A: Fashion and Wedding phoQ: Do you attend “Fashion tographer Weeks” and fashion shows? Q: Who is your favorite fashion A: Yes, I did, during Milano fashmodel? ion week, and I collaborate a lot with emerging fashion designers. A: Kate Moss, Claudia Shiffer Q: What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

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A: A well-relaxed person who can listen and hear what the photographer is suggesting to have the best collaboration. Q: What advice would you give to all models for improvement? A: Try to attend theater courses, this will help them get into character in front of the camera. On the following pages, you can view some of Larisa’s amazing photography. We hope to see more from her in the future.

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Photographer: Larissa Pashchenko Instagram: @laraphotographer Model: Valentina Instagram: @valentinamissrussiaearth2018 Location: Duomo square

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SENIA Singer & Songwriter

Singer, songwriter and recording artist Ksenia has been gigging since she was 15 years old. Not necessarily considering herself a professional at that age, she kept moving forward and practicing more and more. According to

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Ksenia, “she’s been feeling as professional as she could be over the last 7 years”. Singing is like therapy to Ksenia, she likes the story behind each song and how it makes her feel. Although, she is according to her own words, “motivated more by the

shower to start singing than anything else”. Maybe she will become the first artist to record a full album while taking a shower? Her sound is super pop with a bit of a hip/hop vibe to it! Ksenia’s songwriting process while in

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the studio start like this. She first shows up with an ashed-out concept, or hook and lyrical ideas. The way she comes up with ideas can be at times very random. For this reason, she uses her phone voice recorder and note pad to capture all her random musical ideas. She can be walking down the street and coming up with cool lyrics. For her, this is a lot of fun! Currently, she is working on her new songs which is a lot of hard work. Also, she is working on her visual concepts and ideas for her new music video. She also has to complete the choreography for the video so that she can dance. Even though the choreography will be challenging, this is all very exciting fo her. When asked who her musical influences were she stated that she was very much influenced by music icon, Ed Sheeran a person she feels knows how to write a good song. Also on her list is, Post Malone, Dua Lipa, Rihanna, and, she doesn’t really didn’t want to say this but she absolutely loves Taylor Swift. Ksenia feels that now is the time to release her music to the world! With a good social media marketing campaign, she knows that she can reach her audience and doesn’t have to be signed to a major record label. For Ksenia, this is the best time ever to be an independent artist. After listening to her well thought out lyrics and music, I’m sure you will agree that Ksenia is going to be a huge success! Photo Credits Photographer: Ksenia Kolesova Instagram: @ksenia__nyc MUA/H: Venny Askinazi Instagram: @venny.askinazi Stylist: Vera Smirnova IG: @verasmirnovastyle Location: New York

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Mia Sera Mia Sera is becoming a game-changer within the music industry! Mia is breaking stereotypes of what people expect from a young black female artist. Her musical genre is Pop but the sound and lyrical content are more about love, peace, and forgiveness.

and unique. In her own words, she A: Definitely my mom! Her supfeels like she’s the 1970’s throwback port is what keeps me going at times flower child. We believe her! when I feel frustrated or discouraged. She’s the best and the stronQ: Describe your writing process? gest person I know and my biggest teacher. I would be happy to become A: My process is all about capeven half the woman she is when I turing a feeling. It usually starts grow up. When she was 6 years old, Mia first with the composition. So when wanted to be a Marine Biologist and I feel something big, something a Singer. She wanted to sing to the ani- overwhelming, I try to compose Q: What has so far in your opinion mals when they were sad. After being a chord progression on the guitar been your best performance? very excited about getting singing lesthat sounds like what I’m feeling. sons as a Christmas present when she There’s no real science to it, I just A: My show at the House of Blues was 13, her mother then told Mia it work until I get something that in Anaheim this past May. It was was ok to stop saying she wanted to be feels right. You ever go somewhere special for me because I put together a Marine Biologist if she really wanted and a certain smell or sound takes a band of my favorite musicians to become a singer. Mia loved music you back to a specific moment in from the shows I’ve played in this and singing practically her whole life. your life? Almost like you’re exyear. We had a rehearsal where we So with the support of her mother and periencing it for the second time? arranged some of my original songs her passion for music, Mia felt like That’s what finding guitar chords that haven’t been recorded yet, so I nothing could stop her. for a song feels like for me. Once had the opportunity to play them I have the right sound it’s like I’m live. It was such a good vibe. Today Mia writes and composes all immediately back in a moment or a of her original songs on the acoustic feeling. Next is trying to write lyr- Q: What would you change about guitar, which she has been playing for ics to tell that story. Almost like I’m the music industry today? the past 3 years. She draws inspiration an interpreter. The story is already from bands and musicians such as Cat- in the music, I just have to put it to A: If I could change something fish and the Bottlemen, Tame Impala, words. about the industry, I’d make it kindThe 1975, Coldplay, Phil Collins, er to indie artists who create their The Band Camino, and BTS. It’s no Q: Today, who is your biggest own music. I’d give them resources wonder that her sound is very different inspiration? to help bring their ideas to life.

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Q: How important are your fans to you?

thing very profound or life-enriching, but honestly, I mostly enjoy bunny accounts, dog accounts, and good memes.

A: I’m so honored and grateful that people are listening to my music. Q: What do you want your fans to take Writing songs can sometimes feel like away from this article the most? a shot in the dark because you never really know if anyone is going to con- A: I want them to know how passionate nect with them. It means so much to I am about the music I create and how I me seeing the fan’s faces at shows, and hope they connect to it positively. I want being told that they relate to the stories them to know I have a lot of music writI tell and that they mean something ten that I want to put out. I want them to to them. It’s so crazy to think that my stay tuned because it’s coming! I also want music lives with people, that it might keep them company while they do the dishes or when they’re in the car on a trip with their friends, and that the songs I create alone in my bedroom are not just alive to me but all the fans that support and listen. Their support is such a vital part of what I do. Without them, I wouldn’t have a shot at doing what I love for the rest of my life. They are giving me this opportunity. Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 years? A: Touring the world and playing my music. When I’m not touring, I’ll write songs for myself and other artists. I want to be Happy! Q: What is your perfect musical world like? A: A world where I can freely create, and where every idea in my head plays out exactly how I want it to. Q: What type of social media accounts do you like the most? A: I feel like I should reference some-

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Mia Sera them to know that their support means everything. After listening to Mia Sera’s music I’m sure you will agree that she is a one-of-a-kind artist who will become a household name sooner than later.

Mia Sera Instagram: @miaseramusic www.linktr.ee/miaseramusic

Photo Credits Photographer: Brandon Hicks Instagram:: @brandonhicks www.brandonhicks.co

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MELANIE MERINEY “Pittsburgh girl with a Nashville soul” Singer & Songwriter

In this endless modern-day sea of new music artists, you always wonder who will be the next artist to stand out amongst them all. Melanie Meriney is that one! Her pop country music vibe is very polished and sucks you in from start to finish. Meriney considers her style to be urban country pop! Growing up in Pittsburgh, PA, she became influenced by a lot of rock, hip/hop, and pop music. However, her mother always played country radio around the house, so she fell in love with the lyrics and the stories that country music provides.

had the coolest job in the world. The next day, she had her mother sign her up for voice lessons and never looked back. By the time Melanie was 18, she relocated to Nashville and by 2011 she released her first EP All The Good Songs, and in 2013 Melainey Meriney was nominated for Nashville’s Independent Music Award for Best Female Country Artist. Since then Melanie has released a host of other singles which you can listen to at the end of this article. Today Melanie has performed in many venues and opened up for some big-name artists. Playing mostly in Nashville, except during the summer plays festivals and other full band shows out of town. She Discovering Shania Twain’s has opened up for Restless Heart song, “You’re Still the One” in Searcy, Arkansas. Previously was a game-changer for Mela- for The Commodores, Little Big nie while she was in the third Town, Steve Augeri of Journey, grade. When Shania was and Rick Vito of Fleetwood touring through Pittsburgh, Mac. Melanie begged her parents to take her with them to her When asked how the Internet concert. Melanie watched and social media play into the Twain from atop her father’s way she creates and distributes shoulders from the lawn sec- music to heer fans, Melanie tion at the back of the amstated, “It’s both a blessing and phitheater and thought she a curse. On one hand, the ac-

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cessibility of the Internet allows anyone and everyone to put music out there, making it more difficult to set yourself apart. However, for the most part, it’s awesome to be able to reach people all around the world with the prevalence of social media and distribution sites. It puts the marketing power more in the artist’s hands, and in this way, I’m able to connect more personally and meaningfully to my fans”. Q: Who are your musical icons and influences today? A: Shania Twain is my ultimate musical icon- she has such a unique sound and is inspiring in all the hurdles she has overcome to get to be the superstar she is. Lately, I have been listening to a ton to Maren Morris, Kelsea Ballerini, Fleetwood Mac, Danielle Bradbery, and Dan & Shay. Q: Which songs do you perform the most and do you include any covers during your live performances? A: Most of my performances are primarily original song sets with a few covers thrown in occasion-

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ally. While I love and appreciate other artists’ music, I always feel like I best represent myself as an artist/writer with my songs. I always end up playing my current releases most- this past year, it’s been the songs off of my “Up In Lights” EP! Q: What advice do you have for other singers and songwriters? A: Don’t let anyone tell you who you are. It’s easy to be swayed by trends or pressure from higherups in the business. But after taking a few years to hone in on who I am as an artist, I can say with confidence that being a unique individual with your own message is going to get you further than being a less authentic copy of someone or something else. Q: What other hidden talents do you have? A: I can skate! I played AAA travel ice hockey growing up and throughout high school. I only stopped when I moved to Nashville. Singing and songwriting are my true passions, but ice hockey has always had a special place in my heart. Being from Pittsburgh, I’m a huge Penguins fan!

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Q: How long have you entertained people for a living? A: For about 8 years Q: Who or where do you get your motivation from? A: I mostly get my motivation from other artists, seeing other people work on their craft every day makes me wanna do the same and achieve more in my career. Q: What are you currently working on? A: I just finished 2 of my new tracks and looking forward to releasing them soon, also have a couple of exciting events ahead! Q: How large is your fan base? A: I have fans pretty much from all over the world. When I go visit any country, I go to meet someone who has already known me from social media which is super cool. Q: Where do you see yourself in the next 2 years? A: In the next 2 years I see myself touring the world more and performing in many different countries that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never been to before. Q: What do you like the most about what you do? A: I love music and being able to share my music with the world. This is the biggest gift I could ever ask for. Also, I love to DJ for big crowds, the energy you get from hundreds of people is something else!

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DJ Eliza May

A: I’m from Russia, and Russia is and always will be my favorite country. But I love traveling, and I am very excited about any country I have the privilege to visit. The last 2 countries I have DJ’d in were Bahrain and Oman which I enjoyed a lot. Next month I’m traveling to Taiwan for the first time, I can’t wait! Every country has something interesting to offer and I have so many more on my list to visit! Q: What advice would you give other similar DJ’s? A: Keep working towards your goals and improve your skills every single day even when you are not in the mood for it or too tired. If you give your craft enough of your time, efforts, and energy you’ll see the results you desire. Q: How do you start the day before work? A: I start every day from shower and breakfast. Never skipped breakfast in my life, I’m a huge foodie and without that first meal my whole day would be ruined, lol. Q: Do you demand a lot from yourself? If so, please give an example. A: I don’t know if that’s a lot but I am trying to stay on top of my game and spend time not just on perfecting my skills and making new music but also on taking care of my health and look. I enjoy spending time with friends and family, reading books, enjoying small things in life like walks on the beach, good food, or enjoying an interesting movie. Q: What is the most enjoyable experience you have had as a DJ?

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A: Seeing new places and meeting new people is a very enjoyable part of my work. Also, the feedback from people after my sets about how they liked it and how my music made them feel always makes me happy. Q: How many Instagram followers do you have? A: 51K at the moment. Q: How important is social media to you? A: It is an important platform for sharing your craft with people. I think it’s amazing that through social media many people from other countries I’ve never been to can hear my music and see my videos without me traveling there. Q: Do you have any other hidden talents that not too many people know about? A: I used to be a pretty good piano player but haven’t been playing for a long time now. I also swim well and love baking. Q: What would you like everyone to know about you the most? A: I’m just a girl who follows her dreams and works hard to achieve her goals. I’m grateful to be where I am right now but I have so much more to do and not going to give up no matter how hard my road will be. We look forward to hearing DJ Eliza May during her next performance.

ELIZA MAY Instagram: @djelizamay www.djelizamay.com DJ Eliza May

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Aubree Lynn

Louie Gonzalez

Fashion Stylist Aubree Lynn is a San Diego native and has been in the industry for over a decade. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Producing Shows, Coordinating Shoots or writing for the Presidio Sentinel, she has always gone back to her first love, Styling.

Fashion photographer Louie Gonzalez of 656Photography is making his mark in the industry as both a fashion and headshot photographer and educator. Based in San Diego, originally from New York City, Louie brings his East Coast style and energy to his shoots. His fashion editorials have appeared in numerous publications including Marie Claire, Vogue, Ranch & Coast, Localemagazine, Where Magazine, Modern Luxury, San Diego Home/Garden and dozens more.

Styling career highlights for Zac Posen and Lela Rose in 2008 and she currently works with Designers Collections for many Fashion Week San Diego Designers, Commercials Shoots, Celebrity and Professional Clients in LA and SD alike. Her marketing background has allowed her to promote immerging talent and she enjoys supporting her fellow colleagues in the industry. IG: @stylishly_positive www.presidiosentinel.com/category/life-style www.stylishlyaubreelynn.com

As the lead photographer of Fashion Week San Diego, Louie has helped launch the careers of many immerging fashion designers and models. IG: @656photography www.656photography.com

Brianna Michelle Murphy

Joanna Camargo

Vanessa Murnane

Brianna Murphy has been doing hair for over ten years and opened her own salon in 2016. She loves creating a comfortable place where she can connect with her clients and get real, so she can give them the best custom style and service possible.

Joanna Camargo started her career as a Licensed Cosmetologist in 2010. Joanna focused many years doing color, styling and special occasion makeup. But her love for the art of Makeup landed her a title of Certified Makeup Artist and Joanna has made a career in Fashion, Editorial, and Runway makeup.

Amorcito is a San Diego based, female-owned jewelry company created by Vanessa Murnane. Her jewelry reflects a woman confident and comfortable in expressing herself through her jewelry box.

IG: @l.y.m.salon www.lymsalon.glossgenius.com

Joanna continues to grow every day as an artist, seeking new opportunities and challenges that will feed her imagination. IG: @joannacamargobeauty www.joannacamargo.com

Vanessa finds joy in helping women accessorize themselves to feel and express their inner and outer beauty. Vanessa Murnane CEO Amorcito, Inc.w www.amorcito.us IG @vanessabrowningmurnane

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Q: What are some places you feel pro-

while shooting. That’s bad because you want to be able to see what is flattering for the camera and what’s not so you can change what you are doing. I’m not interested in working with a photographer who isn’t going to allow me to see what’s going on during a photo session.

vide good/great shopping experiences?

A: Bloomingdales or Sephora because

modeling photoshoot?

you have thousands of options and if you change your mind, you can return it without them giving you a hard time. Also, some stores in Abbot Kinney or Melrose because you find unique pieces.

A: Depending on what type of shoot

Q: If you could, what would you

Q: How do you prepare for a successful

it is. If it’s a bikini shoot, I usually get a spray tan and try to eat light the day before and super light the day of the shoot. I make sure to scrub my face the day before or the same morning.

change about the fashion industry?

A: The things I want to change are

Q: What other hidden talents do you have?

A: I’m also a dancer. I’ve been danc-

ing since I was 3 years old. I love it. I’m now trying to get other talents learning different things such as beach volleyball. I play every Sunday and is so addicting. I wouldn’t call it a talent just yet, but I will soon!

Q: What do you think distinguishes a professional model from an inexperienced one?

A: Apart from knowing better how to

pose, or what is flattering, etc. a professional model knows better her worth and doesn’t let people take advantage of her.

Q: What do you look for in a good make-up artist?

A: The makeup artist is KEY!! I’ve been in many situations where the makeup artist was so bad, they can destroy your shoot. Many times I prefer to do my own makeup. But a good one can make you look so much better!

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Cover Model Silvia Kal Actress & TV host from Spain Instagram: @silviakalofficial Designer: Eva Varro Instagram: @evavarrolifestyle www.evavarro.com Photographer: Michel Pinto IG: @ amodernromancephotography Location: Beverly Hills, CA

already changing. Opportunities for all shapes, colors, ages, and conditions. Another thing I’d change is what is called, “Callback and Avail”. When you go to a casting, the only one in the room is the person who does the casting or the casting director. If they like you most times they call you for a second audition called Callback. In this one, they bring the producers, etc. If they like you, they call you to put you on Avail, which means they are deciding between you and 2 or 3 other girls and they want you to hold certain days and not take any jobs, go out of town, etc. I find this unnecessary and disrespectful. Why can’t the producers come to the first audition? I understand that they are busy, but we are too and going to auditions, getting ready and driving for hours across town takes our whole day. Then they want you to put those days on hold, just in case they want to hire you. Can’t they make up their mind from the begging?? And if there is a reason why they can’t decide yet, then they should pay you if they are asking you to reject other opportunities or put your life on hold. This is something we should all flight for. Keep on the lookout for Silvia Kal!

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Cover Model Silvia Kal Actress & TV host from Spain Instagram: @silviakalofficial Designer: ZARA Instagram: @zara Photographer: Michel Pinto IG: @amodernromancephotography Location: Beverly Hills, CA