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CONTENTS six

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR eight

LETTER FROM THE CREATIVE DIRECTOR twelve

CALL OF THE WILD twenty sixty-eight

DESIGNER TO WATCH: THOMAS WYLDE seventy-four

LA DOLCE VITA twenty-two

UPGRADE UPDATE

A GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT WITH JOEY seventy-six

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THE TRUTH WITH ANNALYNNE MCCORD

SHEAR PERFECTION seventy-eight

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SAVING INNOCENCE

HOT – LINE HOLIDAY BLING forty-four seventy-nine

DRESS DISCLOSURE eighty

TAILOR YOUR TECH eighty-one

THE SOCIAL GIRL eighty-two

BOHEMIAN CHIC THE JEWELRY DESIGNS OF MIKA ALTIDOR eighty-four

GOLD RUSH – GIFT GUIDE eighty-five

FIRE AND ICE COCKTAIL PARTY

TALKING ART AN INTERVIEW WITH TRONG GIA NGUYEN forty-six

JOURNALISTA fourty-eight

THERE’S A STORM COMING fifty

V sixty

GIRLS GUIDE TO LONDON sixty-four

OUT FROM BEHIND THE LENS: NIGEL BARKER

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

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EDITOR HOLIDAY HERO

Few things inspire me like a confident stylish woman, from the click of her heels to the faint trace of her favorite scent. Muses throughout time have been intelligent and strikingly beautiful, so it seemed only fair that with our issue divided, I gave rise to powerful women inspiring the Elevated Lifestyle and what they might enjoy this holiday season. Starting strong is our cover star and Actress AnnaLynne McCord. Recently appointed Creative Director for Los Angeles based luxury brand Thomas Wylde; Jene Parks shares her success story. London designer Marissa Montgomery takes us to her favorite hot spots at home. Mighty Tallia Storm proves age can never stop a woman. Known for her unique fashion choices the soulful Scottish singer was discovered at 13 years old and has not slowed down since. Invigorating girls around the world to explore new fashions and sing all about it. Hard work pays off, all that inspiring now you get to wear more fabulous pieces while enjoying your holiday parties. I selected not your usual cocktail dresses but stunning silver separates and rich reds to spark up any soirĂŠe. Celebrating those who inspire I put together the Holiday Gold Rush gift guide. Gathering my favorite presents for each muse in your life. I hope my golden gifts give light to you and yours.

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CREATIVE DIRECTOR This may be the most amazing experience in my life. I am paid to give fashion/style advice to women, dress celebrities and the very wealthy. I get to fly around the world, walk red carpets, eat at the best restaurants and lay my head on the best pillows where royalty have slept. But now, coming from just being on the cover of LAPALME to being one of its new owners AND the new creative director, I get to share all this with you for free in every issue. The most important thing you need to know is that I am not rich. Not even close. I make no bones about it. But, I am very wealthy. Knowledge is power. I have the inside scoop on just about everything glam and if I don’t, I know someone that does. This entire magazine and its GLAM ON THE GO makeover is because I want to teach all of you one thing. Grab a pen, I want all of you to live an elevated lifestyle. Remember that term, elevated lifestyle. You are going to start hearing it, especially if you are a LAPALME reader. We are going to show you how to have a fabulous life and not be rich! I’m not saying you are not going to have to make choices. You might not be able to ‘check in’ to The Corinthia Hotel for a weeks stay in London but you can certainly go for a drink after your facial with Lisa Franklin behind Harrods (see page 48). Can you believe our first female cover star? I’m a huge fan! Not only did I love Beverly Hills 90210, but, what I really love is the life she has that no one knows about. I first met AnnaLynne McCord at the Saving Innocence Gala (see page 40). She was speaking with such passion about being a sex offender survivor, I know she is the right cover star. Passion, love and glamour are all things that appeal to me. Plus, I only want strong women who know who they are and that help others to represent us. Ladies, I can’t thank you enough for picking up our new issue. Our growth, is your growth. I want to show you how to live the best life you can, and be the best that you can be! My life is dedicated to having respect and love for women, I hope I can live up to my aspirations.

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CALL OF WILD

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LA DOLCE VITA

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Live “La Dolce Vita” this holiday season. Indulge in Rosenthal meets Versace dinnerware and create fabulous holiday moments in style. Rosenthal has an international reputation for an innovative yet traditional style while Versace is universally known for glamour and luxury. The golden partnership, creating the finest tableware began back in 1992 under the creative guidance of Gianni Versace. He began with the intention of creating a Versace lifestyle and his collaboration with Rosenthal was fundamental to this. “Versace is a lifestyle and it should be an all-embracing decision for those who choose to adopt it,” – Gianni Versace Make your holiday dinner table the finest of them all with palatial gold baroque embellished plates, striking silverware tipped with the iconic Versace medusa emblem. Drink your favorite drinks from fine-cut crystal and serve your secret recipes wrapped in baroque embellished serving dishes. Feast with love off the finest. Gianni Versace’s original ideas and artwork are still evident in the newest designs of the Rosenthal meets Versace collections; Donatella Versace has also reinterpreted many of the most iconic motifs, making them a perfect fit for today’s elevated lifestyle.

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UPGRADE UPDATE Reward yourself with the best in beauty. You’re definitely worth it, so it’s time for some pampering. Revitalize your skin during a night’s beauty sleep. Straighten those locks with a glamorous hair iron, contour your cheeks and brighten that complexion. Add a deep berry lip accented by a Bordeaux manicure and bat those come-hither lashes because you know you look good. Confidence ties the look together. Take on the new year with pride!

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‘Tis the season for sophistication with a dash of edge. Slip into your glamorous maxi dress ready for the seasons festivities. With a swipe of your favorite lipstick and a dab of that signature scent, glance at your watch knowing you’ll arrive on time and in style. As the clock strikes twelve and your tassel earrings sway, you’re starting the New Year as you should -- joyful and triumphant.

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In a single afternoon, everything I thought about AnnaLynne McCord changed. A woman once seen as just another beautiful actress in Hollywood, she is far more sophisticated, witty, and passionate than you’d imagine. Recently named the Chairman of the Board of the New Somaly Mam Fund, AnnaLynne is doing more than acting. She is an activist and humanitarian changing the lives of young girls rescued from sex trafficking in Cambodia. Over the past 8 years, she has been instrumental in providing these girls with more than comforting hugs and a sunshine smile. In fact, she has personally funded many of these girls’ college educations. And that... is just one of the reasons to fall in love with her. As a 28 year-old actress actively working in the entertainment industry, she is quite extraordinary. Arriving at the LAPALME photo shoot with Photographer TJ Manou and Stylist, Derek Warburton. AnnaLynne was breathtaking. She greeted me dressed in a stunning creamy cashmere sweater, camel suede pants, shoes to die for and an effortless demeanor that immediately warms you. Big smile, bright, beautiful eyes,

and a killer sense of humor, talking to her was nothing short of endearing. She is as candid and well spoken as they come and it’s refreshing. When it came time to pause for a little sustenance, the title of her web series, “TRUTH” seamlessly sums up who she is. We begin the interview by diving right in …

ON SOMALY MAM You’re now the face of the New Somaly Fund and you were just in Cambodia over Thanksgiving and are going again over Christmas. When you go, are you a part of the extractions? Somaly does the actual raids of the brothels. I would totally go but she would never let me. A lot of my role is that I spend a lot of time with the girls, which is my favorite part but then there’s also the relationship building with the government there. There’s thankfully a lot of support. The Prime Minister is a fan of 90210, which helps in the development of relationships with the country. It helps on a lot of levels, especially early on when I got involved. The PM’s granddaughters were big fans. It’s an interesting dynamic because I’m there to see the girls and the world’s are so

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different but the PM’s granddaughters were so lovely. We talked about the contrast in situations and how there was this common theme of shame and displacement. They would be driving off of their gorgeous compound in their Range Rover brigade driving through the streets and be subjected to seeing some of the most extreme poverty in the world. These girls felt so ashamed of their lifestyle. They had survivors guilt for lack of a better term. I really had an understanding of how lucky they were and the stark difference in lifestyle weighed on them but they had to keep smiling because this is the life they were born into. It just goes to show that growing up in the slums of Cambodia or in the home of the political leaders, you still feel your own different levels of guilt or shame. Some people think one person has it easier than the other but in truth, those feelings are not subject to social class or economic welfare. How often do you go? I started right at the beginning of 90210. I actually was considering quitting acting when I got that job. I thought about just going back to New York, being a barista, going to college and finding out what I could do in this world to really make a difference. I loved acting but I didn’t know why and I needed a why. The Producers from 90210 kept calling to offer me the job and it wasn’t until a friend of mine called me, that I realized that if I took the job it would allow me the platform and opportunity to really do something important outside of acting.

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So, I took the job. That’s when I started educating myself on child sex trafficking and I met Somaly Mam. Somaly has taught me so much and her personal understanding of what these girls were experiencing, I just knew it was something I wanted to be a part of. It makes me happy to work with the girls. They helped me face my own sexual assault and admit it happened, That’s transforming. Their stories are horrifying. Girls that are 6-8 years old that have been raped are sold as sex slaves, but through Somaly Mam, they are able to re-narrate their lives. With counseling, integrating the arts as a means of healing, and getting an education, including college, these girls are given a second chance. Somaly always says it takes 5 minutes to save a girl but then what? They need a place to go, to facilitate their healing. For me, I feel like I’m just showing up, but for these girls that have never had anyone show up for them, it means everything. At this point, she is so overcome by the passion she has for Somaly and these girls, it’s honestly, inspiring.

ON The TRUTH + Staying Relevant From her work with the Somaly Mam Foundation to her new talk show, to her film, “Trash Fire” going to Sundance, she has been a very busy gal! AnnaLynne’s Talk Show is appropriately called, “TRUTH”. In her words, she wanted to do a show where she could stay in bed, wear pajamas and just talk “real” with people. And so, that’s

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precisely what she does. A new take on “pillow talk”, TRUTH covers all things. From the every day to sex to relationships and everything in between, this show is about what’s happening in people’s real lives, No smoke or mirrors.

So tell me about TRUTH … We did a test audience in May, We’ve had a really good response. Basically I invite you to come get in bed with me and talk about anything – there’s no filter. I do video chats with people from my Instagram from all around the world. It’s an hour-long show that is set to air next Spring. In the film starring opposite Adrian Grenier from Entourage, AnnaLynne plays Pearl, a woman burned on over 85% of her body with a rather haunting past and a compelling story. It’s a far cry from her role as Naomi on 90210. I heard your film got into Sundance, congratulations! What else is happening? What’s been going on since 90210? Yeah, Trash Fire! It’s exciting and that role was so gnarly. It was great to play such a different role. But gosh, there’s probably too much happening since 90210! After the show I wrote a sci-fi novel that I still haven’t done anything with (Yep! She is a total science nerd and we love that!). I am seriously considering going back to college. I love studying and being educated. I listen to neurobiology lectures on the plane when I’m

traveling. I’m a functioning hypomaniac. I sleep two hours and tend to take on as much as I can. I just did “Secrets & Lies” and it’s such a great cast and crew. I love Juliette Lewis and working with her is phenomenal. As for being relevant, Hollywood is an industry where you’re hot one minute and cold the next. Staying relevant is a continual thing. Being able to ride those waves is what being a fearless artist is about. Luck is for the ill prepared.

An INTIMATE DETAIL After a compelling conversation, I asked AnnaLynne one more question. The question? Tell me something no one really knows about you. The answer: I’m painfully shy with men I like. I’m all in with a casual relationship but petrified of intimacy and getting too close to someone. As a 28 year-old woman, I want a partner. I want to be with someone where I can be totally free. I have such a hard time saying something intimate and I’m challenging myself to be more open with my heart. The only thing I fear is fear so now, I’m facing it head on. AnnaLynne may be beautiful with piercing eyes, perfect cheek bones, and a body every stylist wants to dress, but she also happens to be immensely smart, fiercely driven, and generous with her heart and her time. To learn more about the work she’s doing, visit: www.newsomalyfund.org retoucher

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On a balmy night in October, Movers and shakers in the entertainment industry, activists and law enforcment’s best gathered at the Beverly Hills SLS Hotel for The Fourth Annual Saving Innocence Gala. The event, focused on continuing the mission to end child sex trafficking in the United States. “The buying and selling of humans has now surpassed the buying and selling of weapons, and is projected to surpass the trafficking of drugs,” proclaims the inspirational actress Jenna Elfman who has been working as an ambassador for Saving Innocence for several years. Jenna Elfman states, “Since I was a little girl, I was very sensitive to injustices in the world. I would see and feel those around me in pain, or being treated unfairly, and would be compelled to do something about it! So now, as an adult, I truly CAN do something about it.” Hosts ranging from Actress Erika Christensen to Brooklyn99’s Terry crews took time out to pay tribute to the heroes on the front line of the human trafficking.

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After the meals were served and the guests were comfortable, Jenna Elfman lead the audience in contributing with dignity and grace as they raised $100,000 in funds towards the Saving Innocence Mission. Saving Innocence founder, Kim Biddle believes that each of these children, when empowered and loved, can become the leaders of our communities. “By overcoming the part of our story that was intended to destroy us, our wounds transform into our greatest strengths - the very tools used to set others free.” In the past 5 years, Saving Innocence has worked with 276 children between the ages of 9-18, in crisis response, rescue services, and immediate aftercare to child victims of domestic minor sex trafficking “These are our children, in our communities...in our neighborhoods” James Ackerman, Chairman of the Board for Saving Innocence, declares. To find out more on how you can be a part of Saving Innocence Mission. www.savinginnocence.com

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Trong Gia Nguyen is a Brooklyn and Ho Chi Minh City-based artist whose work explores the relationship of power, AN INTERVIEW WITH TRONG GIA NGUYEN and tensions at play between an artwork remember standing there -a la Caspar choose to be in all the time. Amid this and its audience. Last week he was David Friedrich-, just standing still forever theatre of the absurd, I’ve been making awarded the 2015 Miami Beach Pulse Prize gazing at this sky. I guess you can say that these ex-votos paintings of everyday, by Pulse Contemporary Art Fair. Brought to was my first encounter with the sublime. the fair by Milan-based mc2gallery, Trong’s petty miracles that I encounter in Vietnam. installation of 8 pieces was featured in Ex-votos come from a Mexican vernacular If you could choose a mentor who would tradition in which a work illustrating some ArtNews and helped make Pulse a real it be and why, Across all time periods, no miracle that has happened, together with highlight of Miami Art Week this year again. boundaries? a text and votive to the saint or person Lapalme Magazine’s Art and Mephistopheles. Because I believe in responsible for the act of providence. My Culture editor was allowed to peek into the extremes. How can one know true joy or paintings are more modest in contrast. world of the artist and explore the corners happiness unless one has fathomed the They pay gratitude to such things as my of his incredible mind. Here is an excerpt of darkest depths? In short, it’s the limits of local running track, which has this amazing their discussion: human experience I would seek out, one house blocking every lane, and all runners that values totality if there is such a thing. have to run around it at one of the turns. An Do you remember your first art emotion, Your work is at the crossroads of tragedy apparent eminent domain failure. Another The first time an artwork raised a form and comedy. An art piece quite innocent painting celebrates crossing the road in of consciousness in you, an emotional and playful at first can reveal itself as one piece -in Saigon, this is no small task. response? completely tragic in a split second. The first time an artwork-like emotion Not only does your work play Do you find creative drive in your love of with the audience’s emotions but it’s came upon me was probably at about the black humor and the absurdity of life as also asking them to meet you half way. age of five. I was living in Enid, Oklahoma through the prism of your Sometimes unsettling and challenging and a big tornado was passing through.experienced I multicultural encounters between Ho Chi but eventually always opening itself to went to the basement for fear of life and Minh City (Vietnam) and the US? slept through the whole thing, much like reveal a plethora of cultural references Every other day something odd happens to an d a s to ni s hin g m e s s age s . T h e art school. When I woke up, the dark skies you in Vietnam, much like it does in Florida potential for engagement in your ar t is had cleared up and I walked out onto the where I grew up. Minor things, but absurd huge and your installations cer tainly sidewalk. You could still feel the residual and tragicomic in their own ways. I’m cannot be taken in at a glance. winds, but an amazing sun came out, comfortable with the precarious. though straight out of a Hudson Valley painting. I’ve always said that I love to There was crazy color everywhere. itI isn’t necessarily a condition I would make the viewer work for it. Generally my

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projects provide an easy entry point of recognizable objects, but from there it’s a small journey that the artwork and viewer hopefully takes together. A dialogue ensues, and an equal “giveand”take” relationship is demanded from both. At its best, art worth experiencing should be challenging and take things to task. The whole experience seems to reflect on itself. A sort of metadiscourse on art appreciation, your practice seems to ask the audience to consciously think about the way they apprehend a work of art. Your described this as a power struggle can you expand on that thought? I thought of this power dynamic during the “Sensation” show in Brooklyn about 15 years ago, when Giuliani was demanding to censor the work of Chris Ofili. I was asking myself what “decency standards” would consist of, if a contemporary art gestapo had its way. Historically, in propaganda posters and films, art has served politicians and political ends in almost repressive terms. I wanted to explore this relationship. When a viewer enters any exhibition space, he or she determines the criteria for looking: how long to look at something, under what aesthetic criteria, and so on. In doing so, control is asserted over the work. In some of my works, I try to invert this control in favor of the artwork and render the viewer helpless. It’s a political role reversal in which the artwork assumes a dictatorial character, but not so easily recognized as such. I want such works to activate and “actionize,” not just passively reveal Googled demographics or academically preach to the choir, as most socio-politically motivated work nowadays tend to do. Where can we see your work at the moment? I am currently in a two-person show at Galerie Quynh in Ho Chi Minh City, then next May I’ll do a solo in Milan with mc2gallery. In between I’ll print guns with a 3D printer and give them away. Where are you headed next and how does the future look? I’m stationed in Ho Chi Minh City at the moment, and my goal over the next year is to explore the scene in Southeast Asia. I want to check out Hong Kong, Singapore, Taipei, Jakarta, and all the other amazing stuff in Vietnam. I want to do a motorbike trip in the north and camp in those massive underground caves. Southeast Asia is a part of the world that is its own massive cultural ecosystem, one that is also very dismissive of the egocentric western art world, and I like this. I love you New York, but fuck you.

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Alicia Quarles is that rarest of things: stunningly beautiful, multi-talented, humble, grateful and ultimately down to earth. She has a talent and a personality trait which just makes you feel as though you’ve known one another for years. Beyond her intelligence, drive and professionalism, it was her approachability, affable nature and humility which reinforced our love for her. It is no wonder how she has made herself a force to be reckoned with in the fashion universe.

JOURNALISTA Fashion and lifestyle correspondent Alicia Quarles takes us into her world of style, philosophy and philanthropy.

Who is your favorite journalist? It’s a long list. Seeing Lester Holt take over the nightly news spot after many years of hard work is great to witness. Another is Katie Couric – the queen of reinvention. She’s worked across every format imaginable, and is now doing digital. She sees the future, and gets there before everyone else. Lastly, Lilliana Vazquez – she’s doing the Meredith Vieira show and is everywhere and has worked tirelessly to get to where she is.

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You have endless access to designer fashions. Who are some of your favorite designers to wear for events and out on the town? I love Zac Posen. Zac is a personal friend and took a chance on me as a young journalist and I try to return the favor whenever or wherever I can. I also love wearing Kara Ross jewelry and her clutches. Kara is all about empowering other women and her pieces show it. Finally, I also love wearing Tracy Reese, DVF, Chanel and Stuart Weitzman. Who do you think had a standout year in Fashion? Public School. Going from their brand to designing for Donna Karan, those two guys could not have had a bigger year. They’re also working with Tumi Luggage, they’re everywhere. Also, my icon for the year is Gigi Hadid. She’s versatile and came out at the MTV awards looking like a bronze goddess.

What are your two signature lip and perfume items found in your purse? My signature scent is Hermes, which is a men’s cologne. And my signature lipstick is a pretty nude/beige color by Armani which goes with everything. A woman has to have bronzer – Ben Nye bronzer is currently in my purse. What 5 fashion and beauty items can you not live without? Liquid liner, black. Fake lashes, Ardell. Bliss eyepads – they take out puffing in the eyes. Chanel bags, a girl’s got to have a little something something’. American Eagle jeans, I love them. What are some other charities that you would like to have on people’s radar? Bright Pink. It really raises awareness of breast cancer and ovarian cancer and I’m really happy to be involved in it.

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As a strong media personality and journalist, what is your best advice to those women looking to create a fruitful and rewarding career amidst a competitive environment? It’s definitely competitive, but here’s the thing, we’re all unique. There’s only one you, so do you. What is your strength? Go out there and kill it. What is your weakness? Go out there and learn how to do those things better. Do you and be the best you that can be. What are some positive words or thoughts that you use to get things going? Nobody will hustle for you, like you. You need to be your own best promoter. Always be ready when opportunity strikes. I say thank you every morning, I get to do a job I love. I’m very grateful for each day. Do you think Fashion Journalism gets the respect it deserves? I don’t think it does, actually. When I started working I noticed some people look down upon it as frivolous. Fashion journalism is serious. Making it as a designer in the industry is very hard to do, and those who succeed deserve coverage and respect. I recently wrote a piece on this about how the road to modeling is almost paved in blood. You see the glamour but not the path the people took to get there. It’s a constant effort to present a glossy image, but there’s a great deal of hard work and dedication behind it. What upcoming projects do you have that you’re most excited about? I have so much going on – going down to Atlanta for Headline News soon and I’m working with Entertainment Tonight as a correspondent. If you are going out, what are some of your favorite places or restaurants to visit? In Chicago, I have to go to the Soho House. In LA, it’s Korea Town. In New York, I love the Boom Boom Room, or going to the Mandarin Oriental, it has some of the best bars and views of the city. When I’m abroad, I ask the people what they recommend. It’s a great way to find things that are off the beaten path.

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THERE’S A STORM COMING DISCOVERED BY SIR ELTON JOHN, APPLAUDED BY NILE RODGERS, A CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED DEBUT EP AND A NOVEL OUT ALREADY. AT AGE 17, IT SEEMS NOTHING IS SLOWING TALLIA STORM DOWN!

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One Gutsy move by a 13-year-old with the right set of pipes and Tallia’s life was forever changed. While on holiday in Hawaii she saw a once in a lifetime opportunity to get her demo CD into the hands of Sir Elton John. “It was just one of those instinctual things,” explains Tallia over tea and shortbread in London’s Corinthia Hotel. “What were the chances of being in the same place as Sir Elton again? I knew I just had to go for it. Basically I had nothing to lose!” Jump forward 3 years and you discover that she has performed around the world, been dubbed a teen style icon by international fashion editors and is a regular on the front rows at London Fashion Week. “It’s difficult not to get immersed in the world’s addiction to fashion on social media. But the reality is, most of us are puppets to fashion. We don’t understand that fashion is a barometer of our cultural and even social identity? We are slaves to trends without putting our own individuality on our looks. If we look back at our Instagram account over the years, it’s not just a collection of images, it’s an iconography of our mood, expressed in our style and vision at that particular time. That’s why I like to play with fashion and have fun with it, be adventurous, otherwise it’s boring. I’ve just

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turned 17 for goodness sake, I have all the time in the world to be safe and sensible – although not sure I would ever mould to that category. If you don’t like what I’m wearing then hey, look elsewhere!” I discover that her love of jazz came from her father, a producer, composer and accomplished musician. She began improvising to the great legends like Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald and Dinah Washington when she was just a child. She progressed from jazz to soul and R&B. She gushes about Frank Ocean, Kendrick Lamar and Drake and has no time for her contemporaries who always want to take the fast track to fame “I’ve only been doing this for a few years. There’s no shortcut. You need to learn your craft and develop your own sound – not someone else’s sound. It takes time. Sure people like Amy Winehouse and Beyoncé inspire me, but I don’t want to be them, who could? I want people to listen to my sound and instantly recognize me, I want to fill stadiums one day, singing live is what it is all about for me. It should be all about the singing and the journey that it takes to get there.” Upon listening to her music, there’s definitely a powerful, unique soulful signature in there and an impressive set of lungs for one so young. (Perhaps it is the mix of Scottish, Italian and German blood in her?) Who knows? You cannot help think that with such a refreshing and steely determination that she will without a doubt end up at the top - in her own time.

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GIRLS GUIDE TO LONDON

Marissa Montgomery designer of Celebrity T shirt brand Rotten Roach worn by the likes of Kate Moss, Louise Roe and Rosie Huntington-Whitely lives in London and shares some of her favorite hotspots. There is no end to how exciting and beautiful London is; here are a few of my favorite places to explore while visiting.

Marissa Montgomery, London’s it-girl t shirt designer takes Lapalme through the ultimate GLAM girls day in the UK’s capitol.

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The Best gym in London is KX members club located in the heart of Chelsea. You are likely to see anyone from Pippa Middleton to Hugh Grant taking one of the amazing classes they offer from Francesca the Method who trains the Ladies of London to Paola’s Body Barre. Alternatively, if you do not fancy sweating at least head to the KX café and try having one of their world famous juices, made from the finest ingredients.

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BEAUTY Head to toe fabulous the London way. face facts - Get the London Girl Glow with my fave facialist Lisa Franklin situated just a stoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s throw from Harrods she is the go to for all my friends. Even if you do not have time for one of her world famous Oxygen facials, stop by to pick up one of her new Primers she just launched that keeps skin hydrated and your makeup flawless. finger on the pulse - Get a luxury mani-pedi at Vos beauty Salon located on the Kings Road. With the royal treatment, your nails leave resilient and ready for anything. KX Members Club

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cut and color - Paul Edmonds is the only place I trust in London to Cut and Color my hair it’s the ultra-chic Knightsbridge salon .It’s also where Christina Hendricks, Emma Thompson and Sam Smith go when their manes are in need of taming wax - For a virtually painless procedure, slip into Bliss spa on Sloane.

SLEEPING BEAUTY If you are going to sleep anywhere, it has to be The Chiltern Firehouse. With its cozy fireplaces and insane cocktails it is where every tourist should stay to be thrown into the epicenter of London living.

EAT The list of incredible restaurants is endless but here are some of my favorites.

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and delicious jam. Everything there is beautiful from the cakes to the teacups. dinner - Go for savory Italian at a little neighborhood restaurant called La Famiglia. Been around over 35 years and they have Spaghetti with fresh clams and garlic that they call Vongole but I call it heaven!

SHOP breakfast - If flavorful and organic is your taste check out ‘The Good Life Eatery’ try their healthy breakfasts, especially the Skinny Royal, the smoked salmon is divine! lunch - Borough Market is the most renowned food market; bursting with magnificent British and international produce. It is a haven for anybody who cares about the quality of the food they eat chefs and people who just happen to love eating and drinking. It is like the Disney World of food. tea - Do not miss sipping on the Queen’s favorite tea at Fortnum and Mason. Tea is crucial to how we solve all our problems in England. It is the best for Royal Blend tea and Scones with heaps of Clotted cream

SEE Theatre in London is spectacular whether you want to go to Shakespeare’s Globe theatre in the round or head to London’s hip Southbank and check out what is on at The National Theatre. There are many great galleries; White Cube in Bermondsey, the Saatchi gallery in Chelsea, the Serpentine that is situated in Hyde Park or everyone’s favorite the Tate Modern. If you enjoy Ballet or Opera, the Covent Garden Opera house is necessary with its red and gold décor it is quite breathtaking. Otherwise for a low-key movie night, head to the Electric cinema on Portobello road with its vintage inspired cinema.

Boutiques are a marvelous way to shop in London; Baar and Bass is a lifestyle boutique with a unique blend of fashion and furniture. Donna Ida is the ultimate designer denim destination; both are great for fetching charming gifts or chic outfits for yourself and the ones you love. Stop by Albermale Street and check out British Designer Amanda Wakeley’s new Flagship store. Housed in a beautiful building with a sensational twisted staircase, shop and experience an TRANSPORT effortless journey into the Amanda Wakeley Nothing like a red bus to get you lifestyle just another little London treasure. around London it is my favorite method of Selfridges, Topshop, Harrods, and Harvey transport and a great way to see the city. Nichols are also favorites for fabulous fashion, food, and gifts.

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OUT FROM BEHIND THE LENS A look into the inspiration behind Nigel Barker’s recent publication, ‘Models of Influence”

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Nigel Barker Sits Down With LAPALMEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to Discuss his Unique Insight into the Fashion Industry and his Latest Book Models of Influence. Nigel has seen it all and took note along the way of those who forged their own path and became trailblazers for those who followed. Join us as we discuss this seminal work with a trailblazer in his own right.

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Nigel Barker Sits Down With LAPALME’ to Discuss his Unique Insight into the Fashion Industry and his Latest Book Models of Influence. Nigel has seen it all and took note along the way of those who forged their own path and became trailblazers for those who followed. Join us as we discuss this seminal work with a trailblazer in his own right. Your book, Models of Influence, discusses both the bitter with the sweet and details some of the aspects of the fashion industry which aren’t its most flattering angles. Was this among one of your aims or goals when you set out to write the book, or did it arise when you put pen to paper? I decided to write the book in large part because after 25 years working in the business I had never seen a book which had talked about models where you realize how important they had been, not only in pop culture but in changing the way we see beauty. Models are often blamed for the body image issues which people claim comes from the fashion world, but they are very rarely commended for the work they’ve done and pioneering efforts in changing the idea of beauty and advancing the image to where we are today. The book is full of trailblazers – each one has their own story. There are similarities as well insofar as they each had a drive and desire to push through, which is the aspect which links them all together. As you detail the various ages and eras, you examine the brief, but powerful age of the Androgynous. Are we still seeing the results of the message of that time? That’s one of the interesting things throughout the book, not just the androgynous era but throughout – what you see is that after any one era you get a knee jerk reaction the opposite direction. It’s as if the youth of that era look back and move in the opposite direction. With that, there’s the fact that we as a society are learning and growing and becoming more accepting, communicating more in the global community. With the androgynous era it was coming right after the 80s – which was a very intoxicating era. World markets were soaring, people had a lot of money, and for the first time big designer names were creating fusion lines like denim, accessories, and fragrances were catering to new groups with the financial capability to obtain fashions which were beyond their reach. The lines exploded and the models became superstars. Then came the ‘90s, markets crashed, pop culture and music saw the rise of people like Kurt Cobain and Nirvana singing about the excesses of the prior era. So androgyny came about because those social influences moving away from the prior era. You noticeably examine Coco Rocha first among your discussion of the modern age. Is there something in particular about Coco which you think explains why she just captures the attention? Coco is a great friend of mine and someone I initially admired from afar before getting to work with her many times. She is someone who is not a conventional model. She’s someone who is a force

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of nature. No doubt she’s a stunning woman, but what she was brilliant at is being very in touch with the times, specifically social media. She had her finger on the pulse and really opened up the fashion industry on what it was like being and becoming a model, bringing everyone in on things like casting, her trials, tribulations and successes. She was the very first. You similarly feature Christie Brinkley first among her peers. What do you think has led to her remarkable career which continues to remind us that she remains one of the most beautiful women in the room. She is one of those women where you show her image to a room full of people anywhere in the room and people sigh. You literally hear them sigh. Christie was the reaction to the excesses of the 70s – sex, drugs and disco. She was healthy, radiant beauty – she epitomized what America wanted. She was a very unique model who was not just a commercial model in swimsuits but transcended that to do high fashion. Very few models ever did that. Staying in that era which brought us, as you call it “the Million Dollar Faces,” you begin the chapter with a stunning image of Karl Lagerfeld at work. How much is an era defined by its models versus the designers? Is there a balance that is achieved during the era between model and cutting edge? Absolutely. Certainly what’s interesting is, earlier on, the models were the muses of the designers, and a designer finds the model who epitomized the looks and almost becomes the brand. That relationship was vital and models were sought out and made into superstars by the designers and by photographers. However, now, what we’re seeing is social media and the people are selecting the next group. A model may not have a full portfolio but has a million followers and all of a sudden designers and advertisers are interested in them because they realized people like them and have made the selection already.

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DESGINER TO WATCH: THOMAS WYLDE

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WYLDE We talk with Thomas Wylde Creative Director Jene Park about being a fashion badass in La-La Land.

As Creative Director of British Rock and Roll inspired luxury brand, Thomas Wylde, Jene Park, is one busy GirlBoss. Jene designs 4 seasons and 8 collections of RTW, shoes and accessories, a lengthy and intense process she compares to delivering a child. “I cultivate the design while constantly thinking about the collection, feeling, dreaming, fixing and taking care of the whole process intensely all the way to the final product.” From intern to key executive to creative head showing at New York Fashion Week, Jene is a designer you should watch. You’ve spent a decade working at BCBG Max Azria, where you went from intern to a key executive guiding the company to becoming a major global brand. What was your key takeaway from your time with BCBG and how did it help you in building Thomas Wylde? Everything I need to know in the fashion industry I learned from Max and Lubov Azria, my mentors and one-time bosses. Max Azria, who I consider a genius and visionary, built the company from nothing to a multibillion dollar empire by understanding what the market needs. Max’s idea of feeding the market with well-made, high fashion, quality product at an affordable price point was more of a Zara concept today. While I learned keen business sense from Max,

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I learned the entire spectrum of design aspects from Lubov Azria. Lubov has the most incredible taste in fashion and style. Her instinctual understanding of trend and what today’s modern women wants was the part I learned the most working and traveling together with her. She taught me about the best material, details, construction and fit. She is truly my mentor and one person I respect the most in the industry. However one thing that I took away from my experience at BCBG was “hard work”. They both believed in their dreams and have made it come true by working hard. No matter what happens with the company, through all the ups and downs, they are always taking care of their business and putting in their blood, sweat and tears. Who are you designing for? Who is your ideal client/muse? I don’t particularly design for a client or muse. I design for the modern women who works, perhaps takes care of a family and raises children herself and juggles many things in her life. She has a personal style that has a little bit of an edge and understands what works for herself and her body shape. She enjoys fine things in her life and works hard for the things she believes in. She wants to purchase a luxurious product that she can enjoy season after season rather than focus on the trends. There’s nothing makes me happier than helping clients who purchased Thomas Wylde and are truly happy and

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excited to wear that product for many years to come. Describe your creative process, where do the ideas come from? With Thomas Wylde, I have 4 seasons and 8 collections of RTW, Shoes and Accessories that I need to design. My first step is to come up with the theme and concept of the season. The seasonal concept comes from whatever inspires me at that moment, and with the brand DNA in mind I come up with the story I want to tell. From there, I work with my very talented and dedicated creative team to expand the concept. Since we create everything in-house for a particular season, we start to research to build the color story, create mood boards, select fabrics, create prints, and develop hardware. Then, we start designing each group and each divisions based on the concept of the season. Once we have finished the concept and design, samples are made by highly skilled artisans. Typically, we go through extensive design process from drape to fitting and put together the collection we want to present. Which skills/applications do you use daily (versus occasionally) in your position as a creative head? Fitting: Trying clothing on I try on every single style that we produce to ensure proper fit and feeling of the garment. It is truly one of most important design processes.

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Thomas Wylde is a edgy fashion brand in a more commercial city what kind of challenges to you find being a lone wolf? Thomas Wylde is a Los Angeles base brand. In the fashion industry now, there is huge interest in California and many top fashion houses and brands are looking for inspiration from California and consider LA a fashion destination. However, back when we first established our house in LA, there’s almost no luxury, lifestyle brands here. That actually made us unique and different. We were sitting here in LA, not get influenced by any other houses and developing our own identity in our own way, which really makes us stand out in the industry. Love the chain necklaces and crucifixes used. Is there a deeper meaning to them? I always loved the chain as one of the elements that represent our rock and roll sprit. Chains can change the perceptions of an ordinary object and make it cool. The spring summer 2016 collection for Thomas Wylde was all about chain and crosses, tons of crosses catching lights and dangles from the chain that connects past, present and the future. I call that evolution. These are symbols of rebirth, and the rebirth of the Thomas Wylde brand. Thomas Wylde has been in the market for a decade, and when I took over as creative director I wanted to express my desire to evolve as a designer, as a human, as a society. I wanted evolve it to the next level. For this, I wanted to take one of the most important elements from past of Thomas Wylde collections and bring it to the next decade of the brand’s direction. For me it is truly a symbol reminding me where we came from and where we want to go. What’s next for Thomas Wylde? We have many exciting news coming. One, we are launching an eyewear collection and the first Thomas Wylde shades will be presented in early 2016. I just took campaign shots of our signature shape and it is probably one of the coolest sunglasses on the market. Our partner, Sama Eyewear, is an award-winning premium luxury eyewear brand founded by Sheila Vance in 1997 and she will launching Thomas Wylde Eyewear at Vision Expo east in spring 2016. It will be distributed globally. We are also working on developing a full collection of footwear and accessories as well as Thomas Wylde Jeans.The company’s vision is to be an American lifestyle brand producing a full luxury product line.

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A GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT WITH JOEY

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Los Angeles is known for having quite the culinary landscape accompanied by bars with libations good enough to cover all manners of sin. So, when it comes to planning a Girls Night Out? You’re entitled to want something that feeds your savvy palate and quenches your curious thirst. We’ve got just the place! JOEY Restaurant is the perfect new LA stop to round up the femme fatales, catch up on each other’s lives or just escape from the daily routine. With a grand opening this month, LA now has one more exquisite option. Under the culinary direction of the debonair, Chef Chris Mills, the menu boasts flavors that have been cultivated from around the world. JOEY’s is a restaurant that caters to a sophisticated palate without an overbearing sticker price. Award Winning Chef Mills recently opened their first restaurant in the pristine Woodland Hills. Following his 3rd time invitation to cook at the notorious James Beard House in New York, this menu has taken a play right out of a Michelin playbook. And that thirst you need to remedy? JOEY’s cocktail program and vast selection of hand picked wines and beers will have those gorgeous lipstick lips of yours ready to engage. “I love to cook and I love to travel. I explore the world at every opportunity because inspiration always lies just around the corner”, says Chef Chris Mills. “Sitting down at a table with others to eat and drink together – sharing plates of delicious food, opening a bottle of wine, having great conversation – this is as universal as love and laughter.” When you walk into the chic restaurant adorned with rustic wood paneled walls, cast iron accented chandeliers, and the neon sign reminding you to live a little, you know you’re in for a treat. Surrounded by curated art from local artists, music by Agency DJ, whether you sit in the tufted leather booths or play outside on the nature-inspired patio or cozy up at a bar top inside, the selection awaiting is worth indulging in. Feeling like some bubbles to start? JOEY’s has an impressive selection, including two that hail from Champagne, France. If you’re in the mood for a refreshing cocktail, get a bottle of “Good Thyme” made with Pearl vodka, fresh lemon, guava juice, and cane syrup. Pair that with the Sushi Cones and the Grilled Spanish Octopus for something light and undeniably fresh. If you’re feeling LAPALMEMAGAZINE.COM

a little gluttonous, try the Super Sonic Gin & Tonic rightfully topped with fresh lime slushy or the Elderberry Collins garnished with a watermelon radish. Wake up your palate and pair either of those (or both) with the Hibachi Chicken Wings and the Duck Poutine (which is out of this world) and round it out with the Ahi Tuna Salad. Now that you’ve sampled the starters, it’s time to move on to dinner. This of course begs some perusing of their wine list and a revisiting of their delectable cocktails. With carefully chosen wines that span the globe, you can opt for a Sanford Estate Chardonnay or a bottle of the Dominique Lafon Volnay. The selection they carry caters to an expansive array of wine lovers. For something stronger, their mixologists pay an homage to decades past by offering drinks that inspire you to have some fun. Made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, you can soak up the crispness of the Stiff Lemonade or go for a little hair of the dog with the Old Fashioned. JOEY’s is thoughtful in their approach to cuisine and when you’re out with the girls, you want that. So now that you’ve sampled some cocktails and wine, it’s time to eat! This is where you the menu really shines. With influences from around the world, you can travel through India with the Bollywood Butter Chicken, Italy with the Lobster Prawn Ravioli, Spain with a Paella you’ll continue to crave, keep it simple with a top grade cut of USDA Prime Steak or stay on track with a Veggie Burger. Every dish is prepared with ingredients that don’t take your tastebuds for granted. Chef Mills and his culinary team put their passion onto the plate and it is exemplified in every bite.

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A FEW NOTEWORTHY TASTING TIPS Try as many options as you can. If you’re a fan of chicken, try the Chef’s Daily Rotisserie. JOEY’s brines the chicken for 24-hours so if juicy and flavor-forward is on the docket, go that route. As for satisfying your sweet tooth, their made-to-order apple pie and ice cream is a must. While you won’t see it on the menu, ask about their Ports selection to round out your entire experience or warm up with a fresh cappuccino. JOEY WOODLAND HILLS 6344 Topanga Canyon Boulevard Woodland Hills, CA 91367 RESERVATIONS: (818) 340-5639 Hours | M-Sat 11am-1am Sunday 11am-Midnight

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THE HOTTEST SALONS FROM COAST TO COAST Ever wonder how celebs manage to always have amazing hair? Well, amazing hair is a result of great salons. We’ve made it a mission to find the salons that stars like Mila Kunis, J Lo, and Rihanna love. From LA to NY and in between, this is where to go to get red carpet ready locks.

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houston

THE UPPER HAND

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In a state known for its love affair with great hair, it is no small feat to be named The Best Salon In Houston five times in a row by City Search…which is just the accolade that The Upper Hand has received. Elle Magazine also voted this salon as The Best Hair Salon in the US. Featured in Elle, O Magazine, Lucky Magazine as well as TV appearances on the Rachael Ray Show and Good Day Houston, this salon’s reputation for amazing hair precedes it. Offering services for both men and women as well as nail artistry, threading and waxing, The Upper Hand is the Houston beauty go-to.

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NINE ZERO ONE SALON ninezeroonesalon.com

Nestled on world famous Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood, Nine Zero One offers everything from basic cuts, artistic hair design, extensions, and even a Braid Bar. Their work has been featured in magazines like Nylon, InStyle, Allure and more. When getting pampered here, it’s not uncommon to find that the person sitting in the chair next to yours is one of Hollywood’s hottest. It also happens to be where Kylie Jenner goes for her perfect locks. Celebs know where to come in LA for great hair… and now you do too.

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chicago

PAUL REHDER SALON

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When in the windy city, tame your main at Paul Rehder Salon which offers some of the Chi-town’s best cuts, color, keratin treatments and Japanese hair straightening services. The Paul Rehder Salon is also Allure Magazine’s top pick for best hair salon in Chicago and has earned high praise from beauty experts like Nicole Pearl, founder of TheBeautyGirl.com. Ask anyone in the city where to go for great hair, and this salon is the one you’ll hear about. Their motto is “Your Hair is the Crown You Never Take Off” and their hair artists ensure that you leave their chair with the most fabulous crown imaginable.

miami

ORIBE SALON

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With a client base that includes Anne Hathaway, Penelope Cruz, Jennifer Lopez, January Jones, Britney Spears, Rihanna, Scarlett Johanssen, and Mila Kunis, Oribe Salon is hands down one of Miami’s hottest hair salons. Specializing in every hair type and texture and offering a wide range of services, it’s no wonder their client base is a virtual who’s who of “the beautiful people”. Want red-carpet ready hair in one of America’s sultriest cities? Oribe is your stop in Miami.

new york

JOHN BARRETT SALON

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New York has no shortage of incredible hair salons, but the John Barrett Salon is a cut above having been featured in every top publication imaginable such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, W, and Allure to name but a few. On any given day you may spot Sarah Jessica Parker or Catherine Zeta Jones getting primped here as well. Located on the penthouse floor of Bergdorf Goodman’s, this salon is where some of New York’s most fashionable women and men come to get gorgeous. Should you want to look runway worthy, reserve a spot at John Barrett’s, it’s an indulgence worth every penny.

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HOT - LINE HOLIDAY BLING

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1. CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN: PIGALLE FOLLIES STRASS WITH HAND PLACED CRYSTALS_ $3,945 2. GUCCI SATIN HIGHTOPS_ $1,100 3. KOTUR: SPRING/ SUMMER 16, FINO GLITTER BEADS kotur.com 4. KOTUR: SPRING/ SUMMER 16, S FITZGERAL PERSPEX INQUIRE kotur.com 5. DIABOLI KILL: BLACK WIDOW RING, BLACK TAHITIAN PEARL, BLACK ENAMEL AND PAVÃ&#x2030; SET RUBIES_$4,995 6. ZAYVER DESIGNS DOUBLE AGATE CUFF WITH CRYSTALS, inquire at tootsies.com 7. MADYHA FAROOQUI: NOLITA COCKTAIL RING, AMETHYST & EMERALD_ $3,265 8. MADYHA FAROOQUI: NOLITA COCKTAIL RING, AMETHYST & EMERALD$3,265 9. JIMMY CHOO: DOLLYPUMPS, BLACK FINE GLITTER POINTY TOES WITH FOX FUR POM POMS_ $995 10. ZAYVER DESIGNS BLUE ONYX WITH ZIRCONIA_ $190

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DRESS DISCLOSURE

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LUIS AYUSO

I recently got a chance to sit down with designer Christian Siriano at Neiman Marcus Mall at Millenia where he gave me insight into his new collections and the real deal on dressing big celebrities and red carpet regrets.

I think it is important in each collection to have a few unique pieces that show why we do what do. Every season I create beautiful wearable pieces that woman will want to buy and those special pieces that I really work on and create.

Christian, take us through your resort and spring collections you brought today. Well, Resort is all about 60’s Palm Springs very colorful, vibrant, and beautiful and the moving sands of Morocco inspired spring so it is light and airy. It is exciting to see both in one section.

Are the special pieces what end up on J.lo? Are you friends, do you get to drink “cafesito” with her? (Laughing) I wish! She is way too cool for me; I barely get to see her every time she wears one of my pieces I am in a different city.

Do you have a specific process for designing your next collection? Not really, inspiration is all around us; a very random process that can happen whenever/wherever.

Have you ever dressed a celebrity then seen her on the red carpet and thought, “what did I do?” There has been a time or two that we have sent pieces to stylists and either the hair or makeup does not match or she wore the wrong shoe and I think it is the wrong dress and it’s MY dress!

Have you loved a fabric you could not work with? Every now and then yes, but if it doesn’t work it doesn’t work, I move on quickly. That is how you stay sane otherwise you go crazy! You are known for your technique and workmanship, how do you translate that into each collection?

What can we see coming out this year? Well I just launched new tech accessories with Best Buy, which was fun because it was a very new design process. New shoes and bags for Payless and my collection for Lane Bryant, It will be an exciting year!

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TAILOR YOUR TECH

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MEMORY MIRROR BY NEIMAN MARCUS

THE VANE-FASHION WEATHER APP

Gone are the days of endless awkward selfies in the dressing room! Neiman Marcus and MemoMi collaborated to bring us the Memory Mirror. It captures images and video of everything you try on, allowing you to see outfits side by side as well as a 360-degree view. The images can be shared via email, social media, or with a sales associate for future recommendations. So welcome fashion’s future and snap away at your local Neiman Marcus.

SHAPEWAYS 3D PRINTING

Thync is a new piece of wearable tech that is small enough to be comfortable yet strong enough to keep your mood right where you want it. Think of it as a “Mood Accessory.” Thync uses low-energy waveforms to, safely and comfortably, signal nerves on your head and face. Calm Vibe helps you unwind settle down or sleep while Energy Vibe helps you to focus or to boost workouts working in synergy with the mind and body to change the way you feel. Unit $199 Available at thync.com

You can now bring your dream designs to life with the help of Shapeways 3D printing. Sketch your design and upload it to the Shapeways website and your unique design is printed and put through a rigorous finishing process. 3D printing has been ushered into the precious metals era. Designs are printed in wax allowing you to create intricate designs not possible through traditional mold making then goes through a traditional casting process. Brass, bronze, silver, and gold are now being plated onto finished designs for a luxurious long lasting dream come true.

THYNCWEARABLE TECH Thync is a new piece of wearable tech that is small enough to be comfortable yet strong enough to keep your mood right where you want it. Think of it as a “Mood Accessory.” Thync uses low-energy waveforms to, safely and comfortably, signal nerves on your head and face. Calm Vibe helps you unwind settle down or sleep while Energy Vibe helps you to focus or to boost workouts working in synergy with the mind and body to change the way you feel. Unit $199 Available at thync.com LAPALMEMAGAZINE.COM

SOCIAL GIRL

Obsessed with: @RubyRose the girl crush is very real.

We need to get our hands on @Karleusastar’s crystal ball, cuz this chick is always has IT first. Not only is she our inspiration but one of our favorite stars too.

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Photographer @jayalverrez and his model girlfriend @alexisren travel the globe creating covetous relationship expectations, one IG post at a time.

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@emmaroberts “Sorry, I just broke up with you. Bye.” “Girl Squad Goals.”

On Our Radar: @kekepalmer is one cool chick we are keeping our eyes on.

Whether your looking for or looking to sell your luxury items the RealReal is a one stop shop for pre-loved luxe items, for real.

Who has time, or the desire, to run out to the beauty counter at this time of year. Order your holiday beauty items with tap.

Rent the Runway, so you can wear a fabulous dress to each holiday party you attend this year.

Never miss a night out on the town. Night Cam allows you to get clear pics in low light situations. Like, where have you been all my life???

Stay fit during the season of overeating with Nike+ Training Club.

Don’t let the holiday stress mess with your health! Chakra Meditation will keep your mind and body balanced as the family starts arriving.

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THE JEWELRY DESIGNS OF MIKA ALTIDOR

BOHEMIAN CHIC

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The jewelry creations of Mika Altidor have been described as “Fashion-forward Bohemian with understated chic’- a truly accurate depiction of the avante garde qualities of the beauty of the Woman and the pieces this Artist creates. Her self-described goal is “to create pieces that are fashionable with an effortless sense of elegance about them”. One of the primary means of achieving this objective is her use of unique materials – including Swarovski crystals, fresh water pearls, glass, hemp, silver and gold, Quartz and Jasper, among others. She notes, “Unique works are always comprised of unique elements. With an unlimited availability of sublime resources, my mind is free to explore exponential creativity!”

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And explore she does, literally in the world around her which she incorporates into the designs. “God is the source of the beauty that surrounds us, and it is from this beauty that the piece originates. Nature, travel, Botanical gardens, flowers, and especially my clients themselves - there is beauty in everything, and an individual unique beauty in every person. We simply need to focus on what’s here, right now, look beyond the obvious and a beauty of incomparable substance always reveals itself. I then combine this experience with the material in my hands, using my eyes and mind for direction and my heart for inspiration, and it all comes together in almost a transcendental immaculate conception!” Color is also a guiding theme in her work. The season, the emotion, the depth and substance of the client, all are critic concerns. She notes the importance of being aware of the color trend for the upcoming season and using colors that compliment these trends.

Her personal philosophy is manifested in the way she creates her jewelry – “You only live once – live well while doing good to others along the way.” And her effort to live in the present is also found in her favorite quote, and also reflected in her creations – “Starve your distractions, feed your focus”, by Jonas ??? “When I’m designing, that’s the extent of my universe.”

Similarly, she began in the fashion industry as a Designer, but she followed her heart and it was in jewelry in which she found creative Nirvana. When you’re doing what you love, it’s not work. This was how I was able to teach myself. I didn’t read a book, I explored my soul. It’s hard to describe, but it just happened and it continues to happen with each new piece. Like looking into the eyes of someone you love, you know it, and no one has to tell you it’s love!”

And her advice to Women, in any pursuit, recognizes the importance of both external and internal influences – “Immerse yourself fully, surround yourself with like-minded people and have a sense of humor. Know that you are free to be yourself and live with that freedom as your guide!”

While her greatest influences were found near to her in her family, her inspirational sources are diverse. She describes her Mother as a “Super Hero whom everyone loves” and her Sister as a strong influence. “If my Sister smiles when I show her a piece, I know it works. She has a great eye for fashion!”

As a Custom Jewelry Artisan Mika loves being offered commissions and the challenge they afford, but the customer must expect to be fully involved in the process, as Mika encourages her customers to share as much as they’d like about who see is designing for. “My approach to custom pieces is not only knowing what a person likes, but what they are missing. My goal is to design a creation that fills the void in what’s missing in their life.” Mika’s work can be seen online at www. MMCjewelry.com Mika will be continuing her Media Tour on ABC, CBS and Fox. She also will be hosting Trunk Shows throughout the Southeast during this upcoming year and expanding into new retail locations. writer

JAY D’ALBA

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Tiffany Infinity cuff tiffanys.com_$2800

Rosenthal meets Versace ashtray rosenthal.com_ $305

FRENDS x Dolce & Gabbana headphones wearefrends.com_ $8895

Cocca Clutch Paula Cademartori bloomingdales.com_ $1975 Dior J’adore Eau de Parfum Couture Wrap bloomingdales.com_ $122 Burberry cardholder farfetch.com_ $267 Return to Tiffany’s Narrow circle edge cuff tiffanys.com_ $3800

STELLÉ audio pillar neimanmarcus.com_ $299 Two of a kind gold dot shaker katespade.com_ $50 Vessel Pendant 3D Printed shapeways.com_ $300

G LD RUSH

Keeping seasons bright is always right. Stay true to the holiday glow and give the best in golden gifts to all those who made you list. For your tech-chic friends try the ultra-sleek STELLE audio pillar with dazzling 360-degrees of sound and a modern design it is sure to fit into any décor. FRENDS and Dolce & Gabbana teamed up to make the most luxurious headphones ever designed. Rows of Swarovski crystals and pearls are hand sewn into rich Nappa leather with gold plated brass filigree. For your friend with every accessory on the planet get them something unique, shapeways 3D printing can print one of a kind pieces into wax molds then cast in precious metals for long lasting luster. No matter what you gift, your friends or you remember to enjoy it and shine on!

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LUIS AYUSO

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F I RE AND ICE

This holiday mix your fiery personality with your icy cool style. Bold red and glittery silver make a perfect pair for any soiree this season. Separates allow you to play with textures, try sparkling Chain-Mail from Paco Rabanne and skinny SAINT LAURENT red leather for casual holiday festivities. Scarlet red silk by Robert Cavalli and cool crystal Givenchy accents stand tall on the “pais de resistance” laser cut silver pumps by Christian Louboutin.

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1. CHAIN MAIL TANK PACO RABANNE barneys.com_ $3200

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2. GRACE CRYSTAL EARRINGS DANNIJO neimanmarcus.com_ $224 3. SKINNY LEATHER TROUSER SAINT LAURENT farfetch.com_ $3190

4. WOOL SLEEVELESS JUMPSUIT CUSHNIE ET OCHS farfetch.com_ $1017 5. SILVER SKIRT VIVIENNE WESTWOOD ANGLOMANIA farfetch.com_ $306 6. PALLADIUM PLATED PYTHON NATALIA TOM FORD pre-order tomford.com_ $3790 7. LASER CUT “KRISTALI” IN ANTISPECCHIO christianlouboutin. com_ $1195 8. RED LAMBSKIN CLASSIC BIKER JACKET SAINT LAURENT farfetch.com_ $4990

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ruffles A bold new fold. The redefined ruffle trend as seen in oversized and cascading styles shows us that this resort ruffle is fun and elegant. Givenchy used strong ruffles in interesting places to make a statement. While Gucci showed a softer side of over-all ruffles. Rosie Assoulin cascaded dramatic ruffles in a fresh delightful way.

double duty Pressed pleats are resort wearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s answer to day-to-night looks. Playful yet sofisticated this seasons pleats take you any place youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to go. Dior and Oscar De La Renta do feminine pleats that play with a womans shape. Altuzarra adds texture and visual interest in a modern pleat. Christopher Kane drapes sun burst pleats to add drama to one side of your look.

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blush bombshell Blush Bombshell. Another color found in nature now tells a story of sophistication and affluence. Chanel lets blush weave into delicate fabrics and accent bold embroidery. Jason Wu stuns with a day suit that should be in every womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s closet and a blush cocktail dress that would look good on every skin tone on the planet. Max Mara does tone-on-tone blush in comfortable chic separates. Versace adds a sharp element to blush keeping it sexy and in style.

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flourishing florals

fashion refraction Resort wear colors fall in a brilliant spectrum of colors and designers are enjoying the creative freedom this season allows. Combining color blocks in new ways and truly expanding the arrangements of colors, allowing us to see the range of fabulous fashions. Chanel plays with colors all over the runway and the arrangement of colors on each piece shows endless opportunities for the perfect outfit. Red Valentino reflects the colors of the rainbow and makes them wearable. Sonia Rykiel sparkles with looks that dazzle with every move. Clean and primary Thom Brown color blocks with patterns and plays with your eyes.

Flourishing florals. Resort wear comes from a place of relaxation and beauty so naturally florals stay a staple for the exceptionally interesting fashion season. The fun about florals is they still blend with the seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trends, showcased in new silhouettes. Proenza Schouler played with a kimono style sleeve in a sparse floral. Max Mara bloom print jumpsuit is a chic all-over knockout. Marc Jacobs saw right through this trend and created detailed embellished see through gowns that topped off resort to the T.

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