Winter Issue

LE ROUGE ISSUE 03 / JANUARY 2012

Winter 2012

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January Winter Trends Winter Skin and Hair Care Space Close: 12/31/11 Materials due 12/31/11 Release and On Sale 01/31/12

April The Big Bridal Issue Bridal Couture Space Close: 03/30/2012 Materials due: 03/30/2012 Release/On sale: 04/30/2012

At Le Rouge Magazine, the art and craftsmanship in makeup artistry, hair design and fashion styling will be the main character in stories being told through artistic photographs. Utilizing the best resources in the industry, art is reborn, and caught in everlasting images. Bringing to the forefront what is usually kept behind the scenes.

Makeup, hair design, and fashion styling will never be seen in the same light again.

All of this will take place with the help of amazing photographers lending their inspiring talents to showcase these various forms of artistic expression.

Le Rouge brings to you a wide range of readers that are true professionals in the fashion and beauty industry.

Editorial content highlights the best in makeup artistry, hair styling and care, fashion and jewelry, health, and the artistry of photography.

We celebrate the art in all things fashion and beauty.

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Summer Issue Anniversary issue Space Close: 06/30/2012 Materials due 06/30/2012 Release/sale: 07/30/2012

Fall Fashion and more!

Space Close: 09/30/2012 Materials due: 09/30/2012 Release/ On Sale: 10/31/2012

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LE ROU CONTENTS

8-9 Winter Innocence

52-53 Hair Product Review

18-20 Winter Skin Care

56-61 Half Moon Outfitters

22-29 Winter Makeup Trends 30-33 Men’s Grooming 46-47 Aging Hair

62-63 Style Exhibition .

68-79 Health & Fitness 98-121 Photographer’s Corner .

UGE EDITOR’S NOTE

Yaira Orellana

Stay tuned for our future issues. They’ll come jam packed with new images, hot editorials, and much more!

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Editor-In-Chief Yaira Orellana

In this issue, we touch on the subject of the current season: Winter.

From Winter fashion, to winter skin care, we have reviewed it all. However, with this issue as with our previous two, we have concentrated on photographic art and creative editorials. This was the case with Twisted Wonderland. We tried to change things up and surround the shoot around art. As with every shoot done for our magazine, we are surrounded by very talented people, and am very thankful to be surrounded with such talent.

I thank all involved: Terrance Antonio Photography, Stacy Howell Photography, Asa Pressley, and Collette Mruk.

All of the Makeup artists, hair stylists, wardrobe, and the list goes on. Without your talents and dedication we wouldn’t have been able to make this issue what it is. I give special thanks to my husband and children who have been by my side through hours of sitting in front of the computer, writing articles, editing photos and putting this publication together. Also, a huge thanks to my best friend, Jamie Tran. She’s a very gifted person, and without those gifts, I would be lost. Thanks to M3 models, Tout, and Robin Lee models.

A huge thanks to Carmen Jordan and Titus Perry for a most artistic wardrobe provided by American Apparel for the “Twisted Wonderland” Shoot. They are truly some of the absolute best in the industry. Hair stylists such as Stephanie Grace, Shannon Yauilla and Tia hughes did an amazing job on the shoots for this magazine.

Talented designers such as JLSnider and Suite 33 allowed us to grace our pages with their beautiful designs, and made our issue what it is. Thank you, and look forward to work with you in the future.

Hope you enjoy this issue as much as I have. Be prepared for more to come your way as each issue will come packed with new editorials, and great images, so stay tuned.

Sincerely,

Yaira Orellana

Art Director George Perez

Graphic Designer George Perez Yaira Orellana

Advertising Anna Matusz

Hair Editor

Stephanie Grace

Makeup Editor Jamie Tran

Contributors

Jarrod C. Fitz Chelsey Winford Crystal Honeycutt Terrance Antonio Asa Pressley Stacy Howell

WINTER INNOCENCE

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BABY IT’S COLD OUTSIDE ...

BUT WHAT ABOUT MY SKIN? Helpful tips for your winter skin care regimen from a licensed Esthetician

by Chelsey Winford

Every winter, all of my clients want to know the same thing.

“What should I be doing differently to care for my skin?” It’s a good question, considering how unique the conditions are compared to other seasons. The cold, brutal winds, and drier air create different challenges for your skin.

Thankfully, there are many solutions. Let’s discuss.

Your Aresenal

Cold air automatically means air with less moisture in it. While we may not love the sweat and oil and that comes with heat, we hate the dry, dull, and flaky skin that winter brings. Small switch-ups in your products can help combat that. Have you been using a foaming cleanser, perhaps with exfoliating ingredients like salicylic or glycolic acids? Switch to a gentle, soap free cleanser. If your skin is prone towards being dry, try out a nourishing cream or hyrdrating gel cleanser. Do you typically use a facialscrub to exfoliate? Try something gentler, like a weekly or bi-weekly enzyme based exfoliant. I love Dermalogica’s Daily Microfoliant. I only use it twice a week, even though it’s gentle enough for daily thanks to powder form and rice enzyme base.

Your Routine

Minor tweaks in your routine can bring on BIG changes.

Love long, hot, showers and baths? Switch to warm water to avoid moisture loss. Applying lotion or body oil immediately after a shower while skin is still damp locks the moisture in your skin. A good rule of thumb for winter lotions is that you should have to either scoop or squeeze it. Check out The Body Shop’s body butters. They are super rich and moisturizing, and come in an array of yummy scents. Ever tried a serum? Layering a hydrating gel serum under your normal moisturizer will up the water retention in your skin, keeping it soft and glowy all day. The extra time is well worth the results. Check out Glo-therapeutics B5 hydrating gel. It won’t clog your pores and is good with all skin types.

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The Great Outdoors

It’s cold, you’re bundled up... so you skip the spf? No!! You could get a sunburn even on a cloudy, rainy day. Cold weather is no exception. Whether it be a traditional sunscreen, a tinted moisturizer with at least 15 protection, or a mineral foundation with spf, get your coverage in somewhere. The lack of outdoor activity can make your skin sluggish and dull. Try to stay active, nothing gives you a glow like a good old-fashioned workout, indoors or out. Also, taking a D3 supplement is essential. It is the only vitamin that sunshine causes our body to produce, and it is important to our overall health and the beauty of our skin. It even combats fatigue and depression!

Your Secret Weapon

Sometimes you just need a extra boost. A daily self tanner can give you a subtle sun kissed glow when you just can’t handle another day of hibernation. Jane Iredale’s new formula, Tantasia, has a special formula that actually customizes its color to natural skin tone. Illuminating moisturizers are also a great option.

shop.janeiredale.com

Hope these tips keep you glowing till Spring!

Inner Beauty

You are what you eat, and it shows up in your skin no matter what the season. Just because it isn’t hot out doesn’t mean you can slack off on water intake. Pack your diet with nutrient and vitamin rich foods. I even sneak spinach (which is loaded with almost every good thing for your skin and body you can imagine) into my morning smoothies. Acidophilus is another essential supplement that helps purify your blood and help your digestive system, leading to clearer skin. Another good trick is hot lemon water. It’s easy, delicious, purifies your liver, and staves off infections. Less sickness equals less medicine which leads to “skin ickiness”. An all-around good thing.

Chelsey Winford Licensed Esthetician at OCCO Skin Studio Columbia, SC

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WINTER makeup trends This season there are a variety of colors being used. A splash of color always perks up the mood in this cold dreary weather. Let’s review the season’s most popular trends using the Eyebbrowjunkie’s winter hues.

Varicolored Smokey Eyes It’s one of this seasons usual trends. The only thing that’s changing is the color. From unusual shades to a thick smokey look was hot on the catwalk.

Orange Eye Makeup From an autumnal orange shade, to acid orange mixed with a bit of pink. Designers made orange eye makeup the newest winter 2011 - 2012 makeup trend.

Vampy lips of different shades Saturated lips coupled with a flawless complexion.

This look was on the runway shows of fashion gurus as Diane Von Furstenburg and Yves Saint Laurent.

Eyeliner Lines, lines and more lines. From thin winged to crazy thick lines covering almost all of the lid.

Fahsion shows were jam packed with gorgeous beauty looks created with just an eyeliner.

You may purchase these products at www.eyebrowjunkie.com

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On Janel we used: Eyeshadow - Sweater Girl Lip Liner - Cameo Lipstick - Sex on Heels Lipgloss - Get Wet Eye & Lip Primer - Primeall Eyeliner - Black Out Gel Liner Blush - Creme Blush Decoy

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On Gabrielle we used: Eyeshadow - Torch Lipstick - Rudi P Lipgloss - Watermelon Liner - Hi-lighter Blush - Creme Blush Lavish

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On Nicki we used: Eyes: blackout gel liner Lips:tick:: Sex on Heels Lip Liner: Silk Lip Gloss: Creme Fraiche Eye and Lip Primer: Eyebrowjunkie eye and Lip Primer

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On Madeline we used: Eyes: Yellowstone Mineral Pigments mixed with Vaseline Lipstick: Saucy Liner: Love Lashes: Carolina Glam Lashes

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MEN NEED A SKIN CARE REGIMEN TOO LE ROUGE

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care is for their female counterparts. It’s not surprising that many men react to new male -oriented lines of skin care products by assuming that they’re ploys aimed at separating men from their money.

Yet more and more men are aware of the benefits of a skincare regimen. Many spas now have facials specifically designed for men.

Proper skincare isn’t just about looking young, it can also help prevent deadly skin cancers. Fortunately the options for men’s skincare is evergrowing. Following we will mention a few of these products reviewed by some of the guys of Le Rouge.

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LUBRIDERM MEN’S 3-IN-1 LOTION

ULTRA HYDRATING MOISTURIZER

Can be used as a body, face, and post-shave lotion. Moisturizes, improves, and soothes skin in just one step.

Provides long lasting boost of moisture to make skin feel comfortable all day long. Helps restores moisture balance to smooth the skin.

Protects against free radicals and environmental toxins within the skin’s surface

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DERMALOGICA DERMAL CLAY CLEANSER

ALL PURPOSE FACIAL MOISTURIZER

Used daily, this clay-infused product rids the face of excess oils while removing impurities. Cooling menthol helps refresh even the most tired skin.

This vitamin-enriched face lotion helps minimize the signs of aging. Wheat protein improves elasticity, moisturizes and conditions. Helps improve firmness.

This facial moisturizer is lightweight and absorbs quickly. AHA’s apricot kernel oil, licorice and squalene help retexturize and smooth the skin.

www.dermalogica.com

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DO YOU SUFFER FROM WWSS? What in the world is WWSS? It’s an acronym Le Rouge Editors came up with. It stands for “Winter Weather Skin Syndrome”.

Do you suffer from dry itchy skin during the cold season? If so, your skin doesn’t have to look as unsightly as the weather is outside.

The arid weather tends to bring uncomfortable dryness to the skin of your face, hands and feet. For some it gets as bad as flaking, cracking, and even eczema. If your condition matches the latter, you may need to consult a specialist. If it’s just general dryness, you may want to try several options we’ve listed.

Moisturize More You may need to switch up from the creams you usually use in the Spring or Summer. Try switching to an oil based moisturizer during the Winter. The oil will create a protective layer on the skin that retains more moisture than a cream or lotion.

Hydrate Drink your water! Remember drink eight 8oz glasses a day.

Water is good for your overall health and the skin of someone who is severely dehydrated will benefit from fluids. But the average person’s skin does not reflect the amount of water being drunk.

Lessen up the superhot baths!

The intense heat of a shower or bath breaks down the lipid barriers in the skin, which can lead to a loss of moisture. Also, shorten the amount of time you spend in the water.

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Treat the winter skin blues with this set of rich, hydrating solutions for dry skin.

Your extremities will thank you after experiencing our ultra-smoothing and moisturizing hand and foot cremes. For extra dry, flaky or chapped areas, our shea butter treatment provides an intensive hydrating and skin-softening boost. “ www.lather.com

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1 CARE FOR AGING HAIR Many of us think that the lines of

your face are the delators of our age. Well, we’ve got news for you.

Faded, damaged locks scream “Yes, I can be your mama!” Keep on reading to receive the best tips for covering grays, adding gloss, and fattening dull strands..

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PLUMP IT UP

You want to use products that will help give your hair a thicker look and not weigh it down. You’ll want to scan the product labels for words such as “thickening” and “Volumizing”. Take supplements such as Biotin (1,000 micrograms).

This is a type of B vitamin and you may also like to try 500 milligrams of niacin a day. This latter mineral gives hair strength; it also has many other benefits. You may want to look into using topical hair loss solutions such as Women’s Rogaine. This product contains a nutrient that encourages hair growth, and can slow down hair loss.

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TURN UP THE VA-VA VOLUME

The easiest way to keep hair from looking thin and lifeless is by adding a great texturizer. There are many to choose from. One product that our editor team tried is Nioxin Volumizing Reflectives- Bodyfying foam. After the first use it really helped the hair appear to have more body, and gives curls a great bounce. Another plus is that its alcohol free.

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As strange as it may sound, the best way to let your locks shine their light is by adding heat. Yes, you read it right, HEAT. As long as it’s done the right, you’ll achieve a brilliant mane without damage. Prior to applying any heat, apply a heat protection spray. When using the blow dryer, add the nozzle and aim it down the hair shaft. Complete the look by running a flat iron over strands to seal the cuticle and give hair that glassy surface. You can achieve the same gloss by using a curling iron.

DON’T LET THE GRAY SHOW

You may need to avoid certain styles that you were once used to. Examples of such styles are sharp parts and slick back styles. These show roots on full blast. It’s recommended that thicker textures and wavy do’s make grays harder to spot. If you want soft coverage of the pale strands you may use a quick fix rood cover which acts a lot like makeup for the hair.

For a more permanent fix, you may try a permanent color kit. Many of these come with a slanted brush to apply on the roots.

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NOURISH

The tools we use to make our hair look good actually cause harm.

Wash hair depending on your texture. If you tend to wash daily, try it every other day. Use shampoos with words such as “anti-breakage”, “strengthening”, “restorative”, etc. They hold ingredients that help against damage. You may want to use a deep conditioning mask or treatment once a week. These are treatments designed to nourish hair more than a regular conditioner which leave a smoothing agent that will stay on for days.

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KERI BAILES HAIR STYLIST SPOTLIGHT

Keri Bailes brings a fierce and creative edge to the hair industry. Trained at the REDKEN Exchange on 5th Avenue in New York City with Artistic Director Sam Villa and REDKEN Ambassador Rodney Cutler, she is committed to continually expanding her knowledge base.

As a nationally recognized REDKEN Artist and certified MAC makeup artist, Keri routinely travels the country bringing her expertise to the industry’s top trade shows and instructing other stylist in the latest seasonal hair trends.

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In her most recent runway experiences, Keri styled backstage for the past three seasons of New York’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week alongside Guido Palau, who was named by British Vogue as the “world’s most in-demand hair stylist.” She designed and created styles for runway shows featuring legendary designer Betsey Johnson, mogul Marc Jacobs, and for the debut of collections by global fashion icons Vivienne Tam and Chris Benz.

Keri was asked by MTV to showcase her work at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles this past year, where she styled the likes of Beyoncé Knowles, Bruno Mars, Neyo and Pitbull. She was also placed on the styling team for the live CBS broadcast of Vogue’s Fashion’s Night Out in September 2010 for Victoria’s Secret supermodels Giselle Bündchen, Adriana Lima and Alessandra Ambrosio.

As a REDKEN Certified Haircolorist and Design Certified Stylist, Keri demonstrates her talents regularly on local television news programs where she owns a salon business in downtown Columbia, South Carolina. She has been featured in several South Carolina state newspapers, magazines, and broadcast news features for her work.

Keri finds inspiration in the streets of the city, which she considers the runways of life.

“Achieving true beauty means believing in yourself and remaining determined to do anything you put your mind to.”

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KERI BAILES HAIR STYLIST SPOTLIGHT

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Backstage: At one of the many shows styled in New York Fashion Week.

The following images show some of Keri’s work at high fashion runway shows.

Thinking back I always knew I wanted be a Hairstylist.. My hobby turned into my passion and lead me into my career. I love what I do and working as a Redken Artist has taken me beyond my dreams in the beauty industy. Hair and Fashion is my life, and I am always striving and determined to follow my heart and dreams as a Hairdresser.. I am so blessed to have amazing family and friends that support me in everything I do... “ Always follow your heart and your dreams will come true.””

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HAIR Stephanie Grace

Being a Paul Mitchell Educator, I am partial to their fabulous products. But, being an educated stylist, I do have my other favorites as well. One being Joico’s shampoo and conditioning line. They smell fabulous and they work like magic! One product I have always been partial to is their deep conditioner, the K-Pak Reconstructor. I have to say that I have used this product on my own damaged hair, and its repairing abilities are amazing! I swear by this product and have recommended it to many clients until recently. Joico has come out with a new wonder product called K-Pak Revitaluxe. It is a Bio-Advanced Restorative Treatment. Revitaluxe features a bio-advanced Keratin Peptide Complex, which is a blend of Bio-Mimetic Peptides, Keratin Amino Acids, Jojoba Oil, and Aloe Extract that dramatically transforms dry, damaged hair.

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Delivers complete restoration and hydration.

Corrects years worth of damage while preventing future damage instantly.

Leaves hair stronger, softer and more moisturized

It is THAT good! Plus, with each application hair becomes stronger, softer, more hydrated with improved elasticity. I recently performed a little experiment and did some damage to my own hair to see if this product really is all they say it is, and it is! I can safely say that it lives up to the hype. My hair is incredibly softer, shinier and the damaged area has been repaired after only a few days of use. I can’t wait to see what prolonged use does to my hair!

K-Pak Revitaluxe is the first of its kind: a luxury hair treatment clinically proven to INSTANTLY correct years of damage and protect against future damage.

And not to mention it smells fantastic too!!

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HALF MOON OUTFITTERS From the Slopes to the City Stylish Winter Gear Winter fashion doesn’t have to be big bulky jackets, boring pants and sweaters. You can style it up! You can still keep warm and your personal style from the slopes to the city, with the gear from Half Moon Outfitters.

About Half Moon Outfitters: Half-Moon Outfitters has been providing the Southeast with quality goods and services for adventure and travel since 1993. Half-Moon is the leading dealer of gear for kayaking, rock climbing, backpacking, surfing, and travel. Specializing in goods from The North Face, Patagonia, Chaco Sandals, Mountain Hardwear and more, Half-Moon is proud to offer the best product knowledge and expertise in the Outdoor Industry. www.halfmoonoutfitters.com

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5TH ANNUAL STYLE EXHIBTION Columbia, South Carolina’s “Famously Hot ™” Fashion Event of the year!

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he 5th Annual Style Exhibition is Columbia, South Carolina’s premier fashion event held annually. Running since 2007, the Style exhibition is the longest running fashion initiative in Columbia. The three day event will take place April 26 – 28th 2012. In August, Columbia’s very own Mayor, Steve Benjamin, even provided his seal of approval with an endorsement letter naming the event as “metro Columbia’s premiere fashion event”. This annual spring affair will include a networking social, pre-show party, fashion showcases, silent auction, and after-glow. Local as well as national businesses are supporting this wonderful event. The organization has partnered with Footsteps 2 Success. This latter named organization is a non-profit that “will both prepare the female youth for and celebrate her transition into womanhood.” This is the first time philanthropic efforts will be highlighted within the community.

On November 22, 2011 was officially “Famously Hot™” with an endorsement from the City of Columbia! The hosting venues are the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and Rust Business Social Club both located in downtown Columbia.

On November 25th 2011 exciting news was announced. Two celebrity designers will be participating in the fashionable event. Darrell Roach Designs, LLC will be providing one of his customer wearable jewelry pieces for the silent auction which takes place on April 27, 2012. Roach is one of the industry’s most in demand jewelry designers, whose work can be seen adorning Hollywood celebrities from Beyonce to Rihanna.

In January the Style Exhibition executive team was very busy.

From recording commercials, to hosting model calls. The first three weekends of the month the style exhibition was in Charleston, Columbia, and Charlotte. There is a great number of designers and boutiques showcasing at this years event. .

In January the Style Exhibition executive team was very busy.

From recording commercials, to hosting model calls. The first three weekends of the month the style exhibition was in Charleston, Columbia, and Charlotte. There are a great number of designers and boutiques showcasing at this year’s event.

Models from Tout Talent agency beautifully dressed waitng in between takes of a commercial being filmed for the event

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On opening night, April 26, 2012 the following trendsetters take the stage: • • • • • •

Vitesse eXchange – Atlanta, GA Azure Swimwear / Leslie Davis , Head Designer/ Lexington, SC Anthony Lawrence Collection/ De’Fron Fobb, Head Designer/ Irving, TX Scripted Designs/ Shalanda Sutton, Clothing Designer/ Atlanta, GA Sir Lingerie/ Kristin Alyse, Head Designer/ Detroit, MI Songbird Design Studio/ Kim Singleton, Clothing Designer/ Charleston, SC

On Finale night, April 28th, 2012 the following collections will showcase: • • • •

Michi Knitwear, LLC/ Michele Walden, Clothing Designer/ Queens, NY Cat’s Eye/ Cat Belle, Clothing Designer/ Atlanta, GA Lauren DeVaughn/ Shirley Daley, Clothing Designer/ Charleston, SC ATIV/ LaJuana Crawford, Clothing Designer/ Atlanta, GA

There will be three accessory designers who will be incorporating their collections within the showcases: • • •

Designs by U/ Fatima Samad, Jewelry Designer/ New York, NY Stiletto Soule/ Tedra Mars, Shoe Designer/ Columbia, SC Yeni Creations/ Omoyeni Makinde, Accessory Designer/ Nanuet, NY

This is an event you cannot miss! If you’re in anywhere in the Southeastern US, make plans to attend this amazing event!

You don’t want to miss!

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NEW YEAR

NEW LIFESTYLE ASK YOURSELF 3 QUESTIONS

Forget the Resolution

This January 1, I ask you rather than make a Resolution, why not make a lifestyle change?

The problem with resolutions is they are made and broken normally all within the first few weeks. Why? The pressure to change and 1. How many times have you set out with a plan to attack January 1 with a fierceness that meet a goal becomes overwhelming and a burden before we ever reap any benefits of can’t be beat? our diet and fitness routines.

2. How many times have you started out with Here are my tips to break the cycle of resoluyour goal in mind and the date set for when tions and replace with goals and a lifestyle you will reveal your new hot body? change that is guaranteed to keep you on track 365 days of 2012.

3. How many years have you had to repeat questions 1 and 2?

Before you set out to make a New Year’s Resolution, I ask you 3 simple questions:

Ditch All or Nothing Mentality

Every step toward a healthier lifestyle pushes your towards your end goal. If you have a moment where you stray from your diet/fitness routine: accept it, acknowledge it, and move on! Never allow yourself to “get back on track tomorrow”. I urge you to “get back on track immediately”.

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Drop the “Deadline date”

Set a goal but not a deadline. Deadlines are due dates that if you don’t meet then you fail, so if you set a deadline to lose 50lbs by June 1 but June 1 arrives and you’ve lost 45lbs does that mean you’ve failed? Absolutely not!! I prefer to adapt the Goal Date mindset. If you have a goal in mind but don’t quite meet that, then you haven’t failed because you are still pushing forward. Remember every pound lost is a reason to celebrate.

If you go full force from no activity to a full week’s worth, you are setting yourself up to fail. You will have much better results if you allow yourself to build momentum with fitness.

Share your goals with your friends and family. Ask them to hold you accountable and request their support. Scheduling outdoor activities is a great way to get your exercise in, spend time with your loved ones, and keep you on track.

Do Not Start on January 1st

Lastly, be kind to yourself. Expect that you will have bad days, weak moments, and you will fall off the wagon. Do not beat yourself up about it nor feel guilty. Get right back on track!

Put your game face on, refocus, and push toward your goals.

When faced with a situation you need to ask yourself, “Is ________ pushing me toward my goal or away from it?”.

You will know how to handle it depending on what your answer to the question was.

Start on December 31st or January 2nd. This way you aren’t starting on the Resolution day, you are starting on YOUR day. Make this journey about you and what works for you. Do not try to make the statistical American January 1st fit into your life, instead make your first day work for you.

Begin a New Lifestyle Starting a new diet just causes people to cringe from head to toe. It makes everyone grit their teeth and that feeling of dread starts to bubble up. Changing your lifestyle however is a completely different venue. You are changing how you eat, how you exercise, and how you view your new journey. Lifestyle changes are just that, lifestyle changes. Changing how you eat is much more beneficial than dieting to lose a few pounds. Eat clean foods, exercise more days than not, and be proud of each milestone you cross.

I close with 1 last question to ask yourself in the next few months when the journey gets tedious: How bad do you want it?

Stay Active, Stay Strong, Stay Committed.

Crystal Honeycutt 100lb Weight Loss Success Story Motivational Coach ISSA Certified Personal Trainer Certified Fitness Instructor www.getwickedphit.com

Now here are my tips to make the New Year work for you, instead of against you: Baby steps equal great strides.

Tackle one new food a day.

Gradually change your taste buds ather than cause shock by a 100% change.

Strive for 3 days of exercise each week, gradually working up to 5.

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THE ART OF BELLYDANCE For those that shun the gym, and usually keep their sweating outdoors, the brisk winter weather might deter you from hitting the pavement. Have you been considering what workouts to do while you’re kept cooped up inside? Consider the art of Belly Dance. Also known as the Middle Eastern Dance is what many use as an alternative, fun way to exercise.

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The name of this dance form itself is a misnomer. Not only are the abdominal muscles worked, but also the pelvis, trunk, spine, neck, arms and legs.

It’s a no-impact form of exercise. A bellydancer uses her quadriceps, hamstrings and glutes to hold steady as she performs hip movements. The amount of impact to the knees and ankles is minimal.

One of the oldest forms of Dance Originally danced by women for women as a means of entertainment, it is one of the oldest forms of dance in the world. Certain dance moves were specific to ensure the woman’s body was well prepared for child birth.

This art form also helps build the back muscles evenly. The movements involved exercise the back muscles, and they are exercised evenly. Strong back muscles prevent back injuries, and promote good posture.

Even your arms get a work out! Belly Dancers have to hold their arms up for long periods of time, and it actually takes quite a lot of strength to perform arm movements slowly and gracefully. Another benefit of the dance is that as the abdominal area is being worked out, it aids digestion. The moves that involve rolling the belly and swaying the torso. This helps food move along the digestive system.

Any form of exercise will help with this, but belly dance is especially helpful. If you’re someone that thinks you can’t belly dance, think again! ANYONE can do this. Any size, age or skill level. Taking a belly dancing class is a great way to relieve stress, increase a positive body image and self-esteem, and burn over 300 calories an hour. There are many other benefits to this dance, along with the great workout, and awesome outfits. Lookup your local Belly Dance class, and have a fun, invigorating, inside workout!

Saleema is the dancer in these images. She gives instruction on the art of belly dance in Columbia, SC .

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Many different props are able to be used. Along with the fun wardrobe. The use of props will increase the intensity of the workout.

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE

WITH MASSAGE THERAPY

By Jarrod Fritz, LMT

T hese days everyone seems to be leading a fast-paced, stress-filled lifestyle. To cope with the stressors some people make poor choices such as Not only does Massage Therapy help us relax, but it helps our physical and emotional health too!

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energy drinks, alcohol, caffeine, and even over-the-counter drugs. These substances, when overused, can be destructive to the mind and body.

What if there was something out there that was natural, safe, and extremely helpful in relieving stress, would you try it? Well massage therapy may be the answer for you and with the amount of licensed massage therapists and massage facilities increasing so rapidly, that answer is becoming easily accessible.

Massage therapy is not only natural but has been used since the dawning of time in cultures around the world including the ancient orient, Romans and Greeks, Native Americans, and even primitive African tribes.

Massage is instinctive and in our human nature. Think about when you bump your arm or stub your toe, what do you do immediately after? You rub the area to soothe the pain. What does a mother do when their child is upset? She rubs their back to calm them down. Massage has many benefits that will positively affect us mentally, physically, and emotionally.

When we get stressed our heads get clouded and it becomes much more difficult to think and concentrate. Headaches and migraines are often a side effect of this stress as well. When we get stressed we tend to react the same as we do when we are scared and we tighten up our muscles in defense, especially the muscles in our neck. When muscles tighten they limit blood flow and in this case the limit is to the brain. The brain functions best when it is nourished with oxygen delivered by the blood, so it’s easy to understand that if the tight muscles are cutting off the nutrient supply to the brain that we would not only have headaches, but we wouldn’t be able to think clearly either. Massage helps to break down the tension in the muscles of the neck allowing the normalized blood flow back to the brain, which eases headache pain and allows you to concentrate, focus, and think more easily.

Relieves Pain

It’s not just a Treat

Pain not only hurts, but also drains our energy levels and affects our motivation. Tight muscles in the body cause limitations in our normal movement patterns and when we go to move, the limitations cause tears in the muscle fibers and then pain. It’s a natural reaction of the body to tighten up the muscles in defense when we feel pain, so it’s easy to see how this cycle can repeat itself until the body is in complete disarray. Massage therapy is essentially passive stretching of the muscle fibers which relieve tension that causes pain. In addition, the flushing movements of massage helps to promote the elimination of toxins and other wastes that are built up in the body that can cause pain and dysfunction. Tension relief and waste removal reduces pain and allows us to move and feel better.

Massage therapy has been depicted on TV and movies with candles, incense, and a very calm and relaxed atmosphere where people “treat” themselves on special occasions. Now that you understand how much more massage therapy has to offer and how it can be vital in your general well-being you can see that massage is way more than just a “treat” but an investment in your health.

There are many different types and styles of massage out there, so do your research to find which will best suit you.

Find a therapist that provides what you are looking for and before you know it you will move, feel, and be better!

Relieves our Mood Nothing seems to put us in a more depressive, saddened mood then being in pain, whether it is physical or emotional pain. Emotionally, we become drained and have a tendency to have a negative perspective. If you will recall the idea of the mother rubbing the child’s back, human touch has a very soothing and relaxing effect. The nervous system responds to positive touch, such as massage, with the release of certain hormones that give us a feeling of euphoria, that is happiness and joy. That reaction in addition to pain relief puts us into a positive state of mind which in turn attracts more positive people and positive energy.

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Through Postural Analysis and Integrative Massage Therapy, Jarrod will create a personalized treatment that will help relieve stress, give you more energy, & help you to move, feel and be better!

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NATURAL SKIN & HAIR PRODUCT REVIEW All Natural or Organic products are the next big thing. People are taking into consideration the health of our environment as well as the health of our bodies. As a society, we are now realizing that natural is better all around. In the beauty industry this is not the exception. Our Editor-In-Chief has reviewed several products and has the 411 on them right here.

Activated Antioxidant Infusion When it comes to skin care, I’ve tried just about everything out there. Anti-aging, anti- acne, a mixture of both, department store brands, off brands, drugstore brands, you name it! After trying Astara’s products just after a few days, I finally saw the light. These products are a raw botanical skin care line. Chemical free and the ingredients are all natural and chosen to support the body’s intrinsic healing ability. After using the Activated Antioxidant infusion, I noticed that my skin was very soft and supple. This moisturizer has a light creamy base and is fast absorbing, so it does not leave a sticky residue.

I noted an improvement in the firmness of my skin. I have now found a product that’s all natural and works like a charm. Additional reviews of Astara’s products can be found on our website www.lerougemag.com

Sibu Beauty – Sea Buchthorn Balancing Facial Cleanser This product is also all natural. It’s great for every age. The cleanser is light with soft exfoliating beads, non- foaming and wonderful for makeup removal. Leaves your skin feeling fresh, and light. It has a great citrus and invigorating smell. We’ve reviewed other products

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Collagen M.D. Beauty from within, that’s what this product is about. Instead of painful injections on your face, you take the supplement by mouth. The collagen is digested and rapidly absorbed.

Not only does it help your skin, but also includes a product that improves the health of your joints. So it not only improves your external beauty, but your internal health. The product comes in a fine powder form, has no taste, so when you mix it with juice it doesn’t give a funny taste. As with any supplement, it takes time to see the results. Since, this is the case; I’ll do a follow up product review on our website to let you know how this product is working.

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PHOTOGRAPHER SPOTLIGHT He is a man of man of many hats. Some which include: Fashion and Beauty Photographer, Makeup Artist, Fashion Stylist, fashion show and pageant Choreographer, Writer, Director…and the list goes on.

In this issue we are spotlighting Russell Adair.

He is a man of many hats. Some which include Fashion and Beauty Photographer, Makeup Artist, Fashion Stylist, fashion show and pageant Choreographer, Writer, Director…and the list goes on. His work has been published on national campaigns and has traveled the world capturing beautiful images everywhere he goes. We asked him a series of questions and this is what he said:

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Q: When did you begin your work in the photographic industry?

A: In my early teens.

I am so grateful I fell in love with photography early on. I began by looking at pictures in magazines. By the time I was a teen, I had developed an immense appreciation for the art of line, color, proportion, and movement. I noticed that I began to see things in a different way. Certain people bean to have an engaging presence to me natural elegance, impeccable style, unquestionable sex appeal, and unique personality. My quest was to successfully capture those images on film.

Q: What inspired you to begin photography?

A: The catalyst was a Newsweek magazine with the late Richard Avedon as cover feature and

several page stories. After reading the article, I knew that was what I was trying to become, it was an instant sensation. Along with the pictures, fashion influence, and development it all became a reality to me. I presented my work to agencies and there was an immediate positive response. The work lead to shoots in Aruba, Mexico City, Curacao, Toronto , Canada and more. Photography led to even working as a makeup artist, stylist on commercials, music videos, documentaries, still photographer on films, I directed 3 TV commercials, and 2 Fashion Show productions at the Metropolitan Convention Center which I directed, choreographed and wrote.

Q: What do you love most about what you do?

A: Transformation and seeing the response after you have applied all the makeup, styling, smoke and mirrors. It’s astonishing! Like photographing something for a time capsule!

Q: Tell us how you got into jewelry design?

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I started when I was a teen making a few pieces for my mom and sister for test shoots. Then I didn’t pursue it again for many years until I was asked to coach a girl set to compete in a beauty pageant, I was looking for a specific style of earring to match her evening gown that I couldn’t find, so I decided to try an make it myself. It turned out well so I decided to continue to make more pieces; it just took off like a rocket. The sky’s the limit!

Q: What can we look forward to with your future work?

A: There is a cultural shift in the world of fashion that I embrace, and this affects your individual style. Now there is Facebook and the ability to reach people worldwide. I continue to be influenced by culture, people, and places. I will continue to discover and photograph unforgettable faces. Ultimately I will continue to be a motivating force to those I inspire, develop, mentor, and elevate excellence and integrity in the world of imagery, fashion, and beauty.

You may view more of Russell’s work on his website www.russelladair.com

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Model Spotlight

LILY SYKORA

COVER MODEL SPOTLIGHT “ I used to be very insecure with myself and wanted to be the so-called “normal”, wearing only Abercrombie to “fit in” and wanting to look like everyone else. It wasn’t until I started modeling that I truly found myself and my own identity.”

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am originally from Alexandria, VA. I moved to Charleston when I was 7. I am half Slovakian. I used to be very insecure with myself and wanted to be the so-called “normal”, wearing only Abercrombie to “fit in” and wanting to look like everyone else. It wasn’t until I started modeling that I truly found myself and my own identity.

I have been interested in modeling and fashion since as long as I can remember. I was the 8 year old practicing my runway walk on the play ground while everyone else was on the swings. I would be inside watching reruns of ANTM while all the kids in the neighborhood were playing hide and seek. I think as I grew older, I lost that sense of being an individual to all the pressures that adolescents face and I think that’s when I thought it was only acceptable to dress and act like everyone else. My dad is a pianist, so I had the luxury of piano lessons from early on. I had perfected 2 Bach pieces by the third grade. I have always been “beyond my years” and more mature than most kids my age and I associate and attribute that to my parents upbringing of me. My mom has been taking me to spiritual yoga classes since as long as I can remember. That has been a big part of my life. I have two Pomeranians, Hope and Miss Pearl. As well as a younger brother.

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The first time I sparked an interest in modeling was when I was scouted as a child, but my mom wasn’t too keen on the idea at the time. But that moment has always persisted with me. In January of 2011 I started classes with Millie Lewis to get educated on what it really takes. I was then in August of 2011 accepted in the Southeast Talent Search with CDMT. I do not know how legit they were, but if nothing else, it was most definitely a major confidence booster. The perfectionist in me was always too scared of rejected to put myself out there until that. Overcoming that, I submitted my pictures into Robin Lee models and talent, where I was signed the same day! I owe Robin everything for taking a chance with me, as that made me realize that I am an individual and that has allowed me to accept it. I also recently went to a call for Columbia Style Week and made it!

My goals for modeling are simple. I just want to gain more confidence in myself as a person. Getting jobs, obviously, is also a top priority. :) My personality comes to life in front of the camera and that’s all that matters to me. As far as the future, I would absolutely love nothing more than have a job in fashion, but if that doesn’t work out, I want to model my way through college. I would love to be either something in the fashion industry, a dietitian, or a therapist to help others, especially young girls find that there is much more to them than the thrills of being accepted.

The thing I love most about this industry is the fact that I can let out all my passion in front of the camera and transform into pretty much anything. It gives me a chance to get out my own head and focus on turning myself into a photographer’s art. Modeling is most definitely an art-form.

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I Am Nicole COVER MODEL SPOTLIGHT

My name is Nicole and I was born in Savanna,

Georgia. I moved to South Carolina around the age of 5 and have been here ever since. I am the oldest of 4 children two brothers and a sister. Family means everything to me. I wouldn’t be the person I am today if it weren’t for them.

My father passed away on July 29, 2004. Unlike most people we did not inherit anything when he passed.

This made me realize life was too short and I had to strive for the things that are important to me in this life.

There is no time like the present because tomorrow is NEVER promised. I went from having everything I needed to not having nearly anything. I now know what it means to struggle, but I would not take back one day because now I appreciate life and what I have a lot more. If I did not endure the battles, I wouldn’t be able to grasp the true value of the lessons.

Modeling was not always a dream of mine. When I was growing up I was considered a tom boy. I did not believe I had the look or the confidence to be a model but as I grew older, trying to find myself as woman, I became very interested in modeling. I “played” around with modeling for a couple years but nothing really serious ever came from it. I have been to a lot of open castings calls where you make it but then they want you to pay for everything under the sun. I was always told that if they want you they will pay to have you.

Being in South Carolina I really did not think I had a shot. I never really had the nerve to just pack up and leave because it wasn’t that easy for me. After my dad passed away I have always worked 3 and 4 jobs to provide for my family. I did not have the chance to go to college because struggling to find some type of stability became more important. I almost gave up on my dream with everything going on I didn’t think that it would be possible. Everything that you go through only makes you stronger. Patience is surely a virtue and now I can proudly say I am blessed with this opportunity again and I will work hard to achieve my dream of becoming the next top model. So world look out because here I have arrived!

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LE ROUGE Credits COVER: Photography: Terrance Antonio Photography Makeup: Elana Greene Wardrobe: JLSnider Model: Lily Sykora Hair: Tia Hughes Pg. 6 - 7 Photography: Terrance Antonio Photography Assistants: Julie Wright, Jevan Pasley Model: Lily Sykoras, Gabrielle Blevins, Ryan Christine, Colburn Sanders Makeup: Elana Greene Designers: Suite 33 & JLinSnider Hair: Tia Huges Pg 16- 19 Photo: Deposit Photos Contributor: Chelsea Winford Pg 20 - 26 Makeup: Jamie Tran Cosmetics - Eyebrowjunkie Cosmetics Photographer: Yaira Orellana Models: Janel, Gabrielle Blevins, Nicole Pullman, Madeline Cimone Pg 12- 14 Pg 26-27 ,29 Pg. 30 Pg 42 - 43 Pg. 44 Pg. 50 pg. 66 - 67 Pg. 69 Pg 74 - 75 90 - 91 94-95 Photos: Depositphotos

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Pg. 32 - 41 Photography: Asa Pressley Makeup: Jamie Tran, Elizabeth Desmond Hair: Shanon Yauilla Wardrobe provided by American Apparel Styling: Carmen Jordan & Titus Perry M3 Modeling Models: I Am Nicole Max Geiger Location: Columbia Museum of Art Pg: 50-51 Headshot - Yaira O Photography Pg.54 - 59 Photography: Stacy Howell Photography Wardrobe: Half Moon Outfitters Tout Models: Caleb Ellis Brian Young Alaina Weidner Julianna Stasio Joseph Daughtry Josh Meagher Pg. 60 Eternal Designs9 Pg. 62 - 65 Photography: Collette Mruk & Chad Carlile Hair & Makeup: Stephanie Grace Clothing & Styling: Emily Papuga -Suite 33 Models: Sadye Claxton Lily Sykora

Pg 68-69 Immaculate Dream Photography Pg: 70-73 Photographer: Yaira Orellana Dancer: Saleema Makeup: Yaira Orellana Pg. 76 - 79 Photographer: Terrance Antonio Photography Assistants: Jevan Pasley and Julie Wright Makeup: Yolanda Parrish Wardrobe: Suite 33 & JlinSnider Hair: Tia Hughes Models: Mikal Davis, Caleb Ellis, Madeline Cimone, Lara Lil Pg 96 - 99 Photographer: Russell Adair Pg: 104 - 109 Photographer: Valentina De Meo Makeup Artist: Isabella Sarti Hairstylist: Valentina Zanerini Model: Bianca with JoyModel Jewels: Ida Callegaro Shoot Location: Milan, Italy

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Back Cover: Photographer: Asa Pressley Model: I Am Nicole Makeup: Jamie Tran Wardrobe: American Apparel - styled by Car-

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