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EDITOR'S NOTE So here we are again, onto issue number 7! We're already at the end of the year and the growth of Luxur Lux Magazine has been exponential, as our content continues to grow. In our December issue, we are excited to feature Katherine Bailess, known actress, singer, and dancer. As we sit down to interview Katherine, we get an insight on how she started her acting career and continues her success within her singing and dancing career. We, at Luxur Lux Magazine, want to thank you for being extremely amazing readers and contributors. None of this would have been possible without your support and we can't wait for you to flip through the pages of this issue.
Angela Brickley Founder & Editor-in-Chief
LUXURLUXMAG.COM // @LUXURLUXMAG
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Founder & Editor-in-Chief Angela Brickley
Fashion Editor Leslie Ybarra Copy Editor Yalda Kazemi Contributing Editor Lori Granded Digital/PrintMarketing Director Avery Mitchell
EDITORIAL CONTACT INFORMATION Luxur Lux is published bi-monthly starting Jan 2019 For advertising please email | info@luxurluxmag.com www.luxurluxmag.com
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Inside YOUR GUIDE TO ISSUE 7
14 Katherine Bailess Katherine shares her inspiring story on how she manages her career as an actress, singer, and dancer.
24 Carrie Berk At just 15, Carrie has already published 21 books. Read about all the inspiring businesses that Carrie is juggling.
31 Get to Know the Editor Angela Brickley has been behind the scenes for every issue of Luxur Lux Magazine. This month we introduce the editor and find out why she decided to create Luxur Lux Magazine.
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celebrate every milestone along the journey
Katherine Bailess Actress, Dancer, Singer
Written By: Angela Brickley Photography By: Vince Trupsin Meet Katherine Bailess, actress, dancer, and singer best known for her role as Kyle on the BET series Hit The Floor. Read Katherine's full interview to learn more about how she started her acting career.
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ell us about how you started your acting, dancing and singing career and how you grew them to be a success?
With a busy day-to-day life and juggling all of your businesses, how do you find balance?
I moved to NYC for college, dance and Broadway. Shortly after moving to the city I got into acting and attended a two year intensive acting school. That led to Theatre, Soaps, and now TV and Film. And yes I am still dancing on TV! God bless my joints!
Balance is key when it comes to having a busy schedule. I find my balance through exercise and spending time with friends and family. Oh and squeezing in a massage or spa day is a huge stress reliever.
"FOCUS AND PERSISTENCE ARE MY TWO FAVORITE WORDS TO DESCRIBE A SUCCESSFUL PERSON. I KNOW IT SOUNDS CLICHE' BUT NEVER GIVE UP." What does an average day of work look like for you? Do you have a consistent daily routine? Being an actress and dancer on a TV series is never consistent lol. Some days I'm on set at four am to act and other days I'm at dance rehearsal for eight to ten hours. And the hardest days are when I have both dance rehearsal and then a few acting scenes in one day. I am not complaining at all because I love my job and I am so blessed. When you aren't managing the daily operations of your businesses what are you doing? When I am not filming a typical day will consist of working out (pilates, running, hiking, dance class), auditions, meeting up with friends, writing in my journal, reading, singing lessons, playing my guitar and organizing my house. What is one piece of business advice you would give to someone dreaming of owning their own business? Focus and persistence are my two favorite words to describe a successful person. I know it sounds cliche' but NEVER GIVE UP. What is your daily source of inspiration? I am inspired daily by my family and friends and people who are consistently living their 'True' life.
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What is your favorite place in the world and why? Any place that has a gorgeous SUNSET, whether it be the beach, a lake or the Mississippi River! Where are you traveling to next? I'm traveling HOME to Mississippi for an Ole Miss College Football Game. What could you not live without? Coffee, Makeup and Working Out!
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Beauty attracts the eye but personality captures the heart
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BLOGGER INSPOÂ THE TRAVEL BLOGGER THAT CAPTURES BEAUTY WORLDWIDE ON HER BLOG THE SPIRITED PURSUIT.
CARRIE BERK
By: Lori Granded
BESTSELLING AUTHOR, BLOGGER, ANTI-BULLYING ACTIVIST & SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER
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hat is your favorite thing about being an entrepreneur? My favorite part about being an entrepreneur is that I get to inspire others through my platform. Through my books, I incorporate essential topics that I think others could learn from and be empowered by. For example, Ask Emma (Bonnier Publishing) —my newest series—is about an advice blogger who overcomes bullying. As someone who went through a similar experience, Emma’s words are written straight from my heart, and I feel as though others can relate. My blog, Carrie’s Chronicles, is aimed at empowering readers as well. The articles I write are meant to encourage others to embrace their individuality through fashion, beauty, food, fitness, entertainment, etc.
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"CARRIE'S CHRONICLES WILL BE A HOUSEHOLD NAME AND THAT PEOPLE WILL BE INSPIRED BY MY WRITING INTERNATIONALLY." Who or what inspires you to chase your dreams? My mom inspires me to chase my dreams and she also instilled in me self-confidence that helps guide me through. My mother empowers me to be the most genuine version of myself while working hard and remaining humble at all times. Without her, I wouldn’t be where I am today, and I am so grateful for her constant guidance and love. How did you accomplish so much by the age of 15? By being ambitious yet remembering to stay grounded. So many people have told me that I'm "too young" to be pursuing a career in writing or in the fashion industry, but I choose to let my books and articles speak for themselves. My writing is a reflection of what I'm passionate about, and I'm confident in the power within that. What is your 5 year goal for your businesses? In five years, I hope that Carrie's Chronicles will be a household name and that people will be inspired by my writing internationally. Additionally, I would be honored to contribute my style expertise on the small screen in the future!
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What does your current business model look like? I am the only person who writes and formats the articles for Carrie's Chronicles. I want the website to reflect my genuine point of view, and the best way to do that is to put the work in by myself. I am more than willing to accept the responsibility, no matter how much work it requires (literally, I write articles in the back of taxis).
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Talk us through what your typical day looks like. For most of the day, I'm going to school and learning new skills. In the afternoon, if I don't have dance class, I'm usually at an event making an appearance or covering it for my website. This past year has been really exciting event-wise. I' have gone to the Alice + Olivia Spring '19 Presentation, the Teen Vogue x Snapchat Body Party, and Seventeen's Crafternoon at the Instagram Headquarters to name a few!
"BEING DIFFERENT IS WHAT MAKES YOU BEAUTIFUL! YOUR STYLE IS YOUR SUPERPOWER--SO WHY NOT OWN IT?" What is your brand's mission? The mission of Carrie's Chronicles is to empower others to embrace their individuality through fashion, beauty, food, fitness, and entertainment. Stay true to who you are, regardless of whatever negativity may be hurled at you. Being different is what makes you beautiful! Your style is your superpower--so why not own it? What's next for your business? I hope to further grow my brand and continue to write articles for Carrie's Chronicles that empower others to embrace their individuality. Stay tuned for a super chic website re-design in December! I also plan on writing many more books in the Ask Emma series that shines a light on important topics that teens face today. If we raise awareness about these issues, we will become one step closer to making the world a better place. What advice would you give to someone who is just starting out? Don't give up. Others may knock you down and tell you that you're not smart enough, ambitious enough, talented enough...trust me, I've been subject to all three of those cruel statements. But you need to use that bullying to catapult you to success. Prove others wrong by being more successful than they, or you, could have ever imagined.
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Fun Facts About Carrie What celebrity would you love to have dinner with?
Where can people find your website or social media channels?
Audrey Hepburn! Her classic, effortless style is so admirable. If only I could raid her closet...
Instagram: @carrieberkk Website: www.carrieschronicles.com Twitter: @carrieberkk Facebook: Carrie's Chronicles Pinterest: @Carrie’s Chronicles
What is your favorite vacation location? Hawaii! My parents just surprised me with tickets as my 16th birthday present. The bright blue ocean and the endless array of pineapples is practically a dream come true. What is one thing on your bucket list that you would like to complete by end of the year? Clean out my closet...LOL. Gotta make room for new items! Coffee or Tea? Tea, 100% What does your current workspace look like? Desk or studio A desk in my room. It has a bulletin board hanging above it with current events pinned on, as well as an adorable "#GirlBoss" pencil holder. Issue 7 | 28
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GET TO KNOW THE EDITOR ANGELA BRICKLEY By: Lori Granded Angela Brickley is a busy lady - she is also a lifestyle and wedding photographer at her other company, Luv Angela Marie Studios. Angela started Luxur Lux Magazine after retiring her fashion and lifestyle blog that she started back in 2014. Angela now serves as both editor in chief and CEO.
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My biggest mentor includes several individuals that motivate me to live out my dreams, and accomplish all of the things that I am doing today in both of my businesses. I have a business mentor that I talk to once a month. My mentors have been instrumental in helping me learn to balance my personal life, while also helping me learn how to juggle two businesses. How do you stay grounded wearing so many hats? I am not going to lie, it is tough running two businesses and it is tough running two businesses and the magazine just celebrated it's seventh month of publication. I have been running my photography business for three years and it is currently at a point where it is consistently busy monthly. I am grateful that I get to do what I love and watch my businesses blossom. Why did you decide to start Luxur Lux Magazine? I have a strong spiritual relationship with God and one night I could not sleep, it was as if God wanted me to get up and get on my computer and do some research. I have been running my fashion blog for a while and I felt like something was missing. I looked up my statistics on my blog and every article I wrote about business, I received the most hits. So that evening I looked up all of the tools I needed to get started on my first issue and within a couple of months, I launched the first issue.
Photos: Luv Angela Marie Studios Location: Hotel Alessandra
"MY MENTOR HAS BEEN INSTRUMENTAL IN HELPING ME LEARN TO BALANCE MY PERSONAL LIFE, WHILE ALSO HELPING ME LEARN HOW TO JUGGLE TWO BUSINESSES."
What is the biggest career lesson that you've learned? Everyone that wants to collaborate with you is not always there to support you. When I started my blog a few years ago, I was naive about being open to collaborating with individuals that only wanted to benefit themselves. I am an open book when it comes to helping others that need the tools and resources, but now I chose to limit what I share to protect my businesses. women nowadays need to better understand the women's empowerment movement, and what that entails; as many are not living up to what it truly means. What does your career path look like? I've always been passionate about bringing women together and sharing their stories. I am blessed that I now have a platform that I can share with the world. I would love to host quarterly events nationwide to bring women together to network and also share their stories to possibly get featured within Luxur Lux Magazine. Right now, we are working with publishing and distributing company's to grow the magazine and distribute to newsstands, bookstores, and luxury hotels worldwide. Issue 7 | 32
"I've always been passionate about bringing women together and sharing their stories. I am blessed that I now have a platform that I can share with the world." What is the biggest hurdle that you have faced within your businesses?
What is the most significant accomplishment thus far within your businesses?
Bringing on new staff to the business. I currently have a small team with the magazine, but not with my photography business. Giving up my creativity is the hardest part when bringing on new staff. I love being in control of creating and designing, but as a CEO, I will have to delegate a lot of the work so I can focus on growing both businesses.
I was telling my partner the other day that I don't know how I can do everything I am doing today. Within my photography business, I am the main photographer and I also rent out modern open-air photo booths and custom wedding backdrops. On top of that, I deliver a new issue of the magazine monthly with the help of my team.Â
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What's next for your business?
Describe your everyday style in three words.
Distributing Luxur Lux nationwide further within bookstores, newsstand, stores, and luxury hotels. We are also transitioning to bi-monthly, starting in January, to bring our readers more content.
It depends on the weather. Most days I like to be sophisticated, fun and classy
What advice would you give to someone who wants to follow in your footsteps by starting a magazine or creative venture?
Business, Fashion, Girl-boss
Do your research and be ready to put in the work. It may look glamorous online, but behind the scenes with deadlines, it can be challenging sometimes. Also keep networking, so that you can grow your brand.
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Where can people find your website or social media channels? Website: luxurluxmag.com, luvangelamariestudios.com Instagram: @luxurluxmag, @luvangelamarie Twitter: @luxurluxmag, @luvangelamarie
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What is your favorite beauty product?
What is your favorite travel destination? Lake Como, Italy What does your current workspace look like? I am currently designing the new Luxur Lux Magazine Head Quarters in Houston.Â
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Written by Angela Brickley. Photos by Luv Angela Marie Studios
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