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NICOLE &LARRY NICOLE WILLIAMS-ENGLISH & LARRY ENGLISH
on Love, Marriage Diversity and Inspiration
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EDITOR'S LETTER
As we ring in the New Year, we are filled with new hopes, dreams, creative vision, inspiration, and perspective. As we leave behind such a tumultuous year, we have had to reevaluate much of what we believe in while reinventing our holiday traditions, reimagining and rethinking every aspect of our lives. We can only look to a brighter future as we embark upon the journey of what will be 2021.
WELCOME to the ISSUE
From the start, Modeliste was defined by its choice to champion who and what it believed in; offering inspiration and encouragement to our readers. This sense of community is the heart of everything we do at Modeliste today, as we hope to shine a light into the future and celebrate the women and men we admire most – such as this month's cover stars Nicole Willliams-English and Larry English. It has always been our pledge to give a platform to diversity as is apparent in our choice of cover models, Influencers, photographers, writers and creative designers. It is our goal to continue to celebrate diversity and bring forward a new lens of perspectives, open and honest dialogue, sharing our individual stories and unique experiences and making bold choices to reinvent ourselves collectively in order to create a brighter future for us all. We hold the power and light within to initiate change – and with that is the ability to create an inspiring and empowering voice and cultural reckoning for all generations to come.
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10 Editor's Letter 24 A-List 128 Rising Star: Mackinley Hill 161 Horoscope
THE INTERVIEW NICOLE WILLIAMS-ENGLISH & LARRY ENGLISH
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MEET OUR COVER STARS NICOLE WILLIAMS-ENGLISH & LARRY ENGLISH BEAUTY BOX
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COUTURE
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MODE AROUND THE GLOBE
88 The Globe Antigua: Hodges Bay Resort & Spa
TRAVEL
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On the Cover NICOLE WILLIAMS-ENGLISH & LARRY ENGLISH Photographed by KEVIN BERRU
NICOLE: Dress by FREDERIKA ARTI MARTESOR Earrings by UNCOMMON JAMES LARRY: Shirt by ORO Pants by ZADIG AND VOLTAIRE
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Editor-In-Chief AMY MCCABE
Executive Director of Integrated Media ERICA ANDERSON Public Relations Director NICOLE MARTIN Senior Travel Editor-at Large & Director of Mode with Meaning LYNNE CHIZZICK Modeliste Mens’ Executive Editor MICHAEL MCCABE Head of Content Strategy and Operations ELIN SVAHN
Art Director MONICA ROBLES
Creative Marketing Media Associate KAILA TAYLOR Special Features Assistant GRACE HAN Online Strategy BRETT MELVILLE Contributing Editor KAREN CALDERON Cover Models NICOLE WILLIAMS-ENGLISH & LARRY ENGLISH
Integrated Media Assistant TASIA KESTER
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THE INTERVIEW
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Devotees of star studded romance have watched with delight the romantic journey of Nicole Williams-English and Larry English as their careers crossed paths with rendezvous from Canada to Tampa Bay, through their much anticipated engagement in 2016 and dazzling wedding in 2017. Social media loves a love story, especially when a beautiful and talented model and a talented former NFL player and entrepreneur are the real life stars. Together this much admired power couple has captured a loyal fan base of over 2 million Instagram followers. Nicole, best known for her immensely successful modeling career, designer of Nia Lynn fashions, her engaging life on social media, and starring role as a TV personality for the E! show, Wags; and Larry, a great success as an entrepreneur, and star as a TV personality for Wags as well, which was based on the wives and/or girlfriends of sports stars. Today the couple resides in Los Angeles with their two Frenchies, Jasmine and Ace. Their appreciative fan base of followers engage in their cute family photos, fur babies, and insights into their relationship and life together. Modeliste Magazine hosted this fun loving couple at Hodges Bay Resort and Spa in Antigua,West Indies, for their very first cover shoot together. In this beautiful Caribbean setting, Modeliste had a unique chance to get to know Nicole and Larry in a special up close and personal way and had them create their own questions and ask one another for their exclusive interview.
N I C O L Photographed by KEVIN BERRU Styled by BRANDON NICHOLAS Digital Editor SARAH KRICK Hodges Bay Resort & Spa, Antigua
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The Interview
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NICOLE WILLIAMS -ENGLISH & LARRY ENGLISH Nicole: As we had a wonderful stay at beautiful Hodges Bay Resort and Spa with Modeliste Magazine, we now thought it would be really fun to actually interview each other. So I'm going to ask Larry some personal questions about me. We'll see how good he knows me. And then I'll ask him some personal questions about himself. Are you ready? So, first question, where do you see yourself in 10 years? Larry: Man, that’s a heavy question. Thought they would be light questions. But, in 10 years, I see myself blissed out. Nicole: You're what? Larry: Blissed out. Nicole: Blissed out? Larry: Blissed out. Happy, peaceful, joyful. And 10 years from now, hopefully, by that time, I'll figure out how to fully live this life and be happy. Nicole: Okay. You're not happy now? Larry: I'm happy now. Nicole: I told you to be careful with these questions. Larry: Up and down though. Number one, I think you started out with a good one. So where do you see yourself 10 years from now? Nicole: Ten years from now, I see myself obviously being an even stronger, smarter, wiser business woman. I envision us having about three kids. Living, maybe in Florida, by the water, and my company, Nia Lynn, being one of the most amazing and successful companies. And of course being on the cover of Forbes. Larry: I like it. 20 JANUARY 2021 | MODELISTE
Nicole: At what point in your life and where was it that you just had something so unreal happen to you, and it's probably the biggest wow of your whole life so far? Larry: The one that sticks out in my mind is the day that I got the phone call to be drafted into the NFL, because that was a lifelong dream that I had. And it all kind of culminated from receiving that one phone call.
Larry: Since we're in the Christmas season, what is your favorite activity to do during Christmas? Nicole: My favorite activity is watching Christmas movies. That is my absolute favorite thing. Light the fireplace, put on Home Alone and I get right into the Christmas spirit. Nothing makes me happier than waking up and watching Christmas movies over the holidays.
Nicole: The day you got drafted? Larry: Yeah, it was good.
Larry: What's the most annoying characteristic about me? Nicole: Your OCD drives me mental. He literally just washed his hands. Larry: I just wash my hands a lot. Nicole: Like a thousand times a day, I don't know. It's just the weirdest thing. He hates dirt. Larry: It's a pandemic.
Larry: So we just went on a trip with Modeliste Magazine and had so much fun. What was the best thing about that trip and your favorite moment? Nicole: Oh my God, it's so tough, because I had so many amazing moments! I would say that I hardly ever really face my fears when it comes to things I'm super, fearful of. I just usually X them out of my life and don't approach them at all. So, I think one of my best experiences was when I walked down a ladder from a dock into the ocean which was full of stingrays. I felt so recharged when I got out, because I walked in that water thinking holy shit, I'm going to die. And then when I got out of the water, I felt so enlightened. I really just overcame a huge fear of mine, and I had so much fun while I was in the water. I was terrified when the stingrays were bumping into my legs and swimming around me. I was literally petrified, but I had so much energy filling my body, I was so excited and so happy I could explode. Nicole: Next question, Ok, what is your most favorite trait about me? Just one. Larry: Your genuine loyalty. I feel you are a completely genuine person and a loyal person. Larry: For you, what was the low, the most challenging moment of our trip to Antigua? Nicole: I would say the most challenging moment and the lowest of that trip was having to spend two days without bags. I had no clothing and not even a toothbrush or deodorant. And we had to push our shoot date back. So I would say that was the worst. Who wants to have lost bags? Everything else was amazing though! Nicole: Next question. Do you know my sign? Larry: I'm bad with signs, but yeah. Scorpio. Nicole: It's tattooed on me.
Nicole: Would you consider yourself a mama's boy? Larry: I feel like I am close to my mom. Yes. Nicole: Which I love about him, he's so close to his mother. Larry: What's the best characteristic about me? Nicole: I love how nurturing you are. He is literally the best. When I'm sick, when I have a headache, if I get a little sliver in my finger, if I stub my toe, he's literally, "Oh no baby, what do you need?� I guess that could be bad too, because I take advantage. Like if I stub my toe, I call, "Oh, babe," and he comes running. So I think I overreact. And I've probably cried wolf a few times now because of you, because you're so nurturing, Nicole: What date did we get married? Larry: May 19th. Larry: What is your favorite holiday? Nicole: Halloween. No-brainer. I love Halloween. I love, love, love anything scary, dressing up, any horror movies. I'm a horror movie freak. I'm a Halloween baby. So Halloween's definitely my favorite. Nicole: What is my favorite food? Larry: Pizza. Larry: What are your top three horror film suggestions? Nicole: The Exorcism of Emily Rose freaked me the hell out. Hereditary- that was scary. And I'm going to say another movie that's not necessarily a horror, but it really freaked me out because I'm really crazy about extraterrestrial stuff, like aliens, so the Fourth Kind was amazing, and freaky as hell. Nicole: If you were to have one meal every single day for the rest of your life, what would it be? Larry: Cheeseburgers.
Larry: If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go? Nicole: I would go to Egypt. I really want to see the pyramids. I find it super interesting, the history behind those pyramids, how they got there, and the writing on the walls and some of the really ancient ones. So I think I would like to go there. Nicole: If we are able to one day soon travel to the moon, would you take a trip to the moon with me? Larry: Yes. Larry: If there would be one thing that you want to change or improve about your health? Nicole: Worrying less about things that I cannot change. I can't predict the future, so I need to stop worrying about it. And I can't change things that have already happened. So I need to stop worrying about that too. So live in the present, and less worrying. Nicole: Movies- horror, or comedy? Larry: Comedy. Larry: What is your favorite pastime, thing to do? Nicole: Honestly, I would like to be able to fit in more days that I can spend with animals. I know that’s one thing that makes me super happy. I don't think about any stress when I'm around animals. So I feel like if I could volunteer or go to shelters and just take the dogs for a walk, play with them, that would be amazing. I'm my happiest when I'm around animals, and of course with you, babe. Nicole: What book have you read recently that you have taken something important from and implied it into your life? Larry: Guruji. The book is about this practice of yoga and the yogic postures that I do on a daily basis now. It's been something very beneficial for me and I would pick that book because that book has in essence a lot of tips on how to approach this modality. Larry: What is the thing that you do in your work that you find the most value and satisfaction in doing? Nicole: The instant picture that flashes in my mind is how I've touched so many other people, like my followers. I have two million followers on Instagram who, in a lot of ways, a lot of those young girls look up to me, whether that is about relationship advice, or styling, or beauty products. I find it really cool that I'm able to share all of the things that I feel I'm an expert on. I'm not an expert, but I like to share it with my followers.
It all comes in a full circle, like with Nia Lynn. When I design, and the customers buy my clothing or my swimsuits, and when they love them, and they make them feel confident and feel good, and I get feedback, "Oh my God, I bought this suit and I'm going to come back and buy more because they fit so well. Thank you so much." Or, "Hey, I tried that beauty product, I tried that skin cream that you said worked really good on dark spots and it changed my life. Thank you so much." I just feel when you ask what is my favorite part of my job, it’s definitely the connection I have with my followers and fans and everybody who takes time out of their day to come and look at what I'm doing. I feel like the connection I have with them, that's my favorite part. Nicole: What is the most annoying part about being married to me? Larry: You know already. Nicole: What? Larry: My wife, I don't know if you call it a lack of being able to multitask, I think it's probably debatable. She has her phone in her hand, and I'm speaking, and she's nodding, I just know she's sending me off. She's not hearing, she's not listening. She's not consuming any of the words that are coming out of my mouth. Oh yeah, yeah, yeah. Nicole: I get it. Larry: Far off look. Larry: In your opinion, what is the one best activity that LA or surrounding areas have to offer for somebody that doesn't know the city? Nicole: The one thing... the beaches, I think that we have really cool boardwalks and beautiful beaches. I mean, we have so many beaches, when we go to the beach, we always go to a new place every time, We keep finding new beaches to go to. It is so cool that you can come to California, and we're not one of those island places, but we still have really cool sandy beaches. Also, Runyon Canyon. People come here to hike up Runyon who are not even workout people or hikers. You just go up there for the scene, for the view. Going to Abbott Kinney and Venice is really cool as is Malibu. Nicole: Do you think I'm a good cook? Larry: You are a good cook. Larry: What is your favorite restaurant in town? Nicole: My favorite restaurant absolutely hands down is Giorgio Baldi. Nicole: What is your favorite dish that I make? Larry: The soup she makes is killer- it’s a vegetable soup. Nicole: I wanted to give everybody the recipe, but he told me that there is no recipe to my madness.
Larry: Disneyland, or Disney World? Nicole: Disney World, of course. Do you foresee us raising a family here in LA, or would you like to raise a family somewhere else? Larry: For the time being, I think it would be in LA. Larry: What is your favorite show on TV right now? Nicole: Handmaid's Tale is my absolute favorite show. It's so good. If you haven't seen it, you have to watch it. Nicole: Do you want children? Larry: Yes. Larry: If you had one thing that you would want to implement, add to your daily life and do it every single day, what would that one activity be? Nicole: I would say exercise, because I feel like I work out when I have something coming up and when I feel like I'm falling off and I need that extra push, but I don't implement that in my life on a daily basis. I think that I could be healthier, I could be a healthier human being if I worked out and exercised on a weekly basis, or daily basis throughout the week, and made it a habit. And so that would be a part of my lifestyle. But right now I just work out when I feel like I need to, versus knowing that it will be beneficial to my life if it's a part of my lifestyle. Nicole: When we first met, did you instantly think that she's going to be my wife? You can be honest. I won't get mad at you, I promise. Larry: No, but I'll give you the background. What I did think though, was I started to envision what it would be like to be in a relationship with you. So that I did think about, but me at age 25, I wasn't thinking about, let me find my wife. Nicole: He was a baby when we met. Larry: A 25-year-old. Nicole: And I was a grown woman. Larry: She lied about her age. I did envision what it would be like to be with somebody like you, to be in a real relationship. Nicole: That's so sweet. That's really sweet. Well, that concludes our interview. Larry: We enjoyed this hour that we spent with you guys. Can't wait until next time. Nicole: Yes. We can't wait to share our Modeliste cover with you!
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STYLISH TRENDS for your
Winter Wardrobe For one of the first times, designers showcased their latest runway collections of clothes that are meant to be worn. Pieces are more realistic this season. The many stylish sweatsuits, long tunics, and ballooning trousers at Prada, Fendi, and Louis Vuitton offer simplicity yet elegance. Hip jeans, cardigans, and midiskirts are popping up everywhere and pouf-sleeved dresses are a must-wear. The main theme has been clothes that are comfy enough to wear at home and beautiful enough to throw on for a socially distanced dinner. Here are real, covetable clothes for how we want to dress now. MODELISTE | JANUARY 2021 51
1. POWER PANTS Stella McCartney
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Anna-Maria Sommer (@annstaaa) is the Founder and Creative Director of namesake label, Sommer Swim. A luxury swimwear brand inspired by a chic European summer lifestyle. In 2014 Anna started making swimwear samples for herself, designing pieces that were reflective of her personal style and perfect for a sun-soaked vacation or lounging at home by the pool. What started as a hobby has since grown into an internationally recognized brand with a cult following of celebrities, social media influencers, and loyal customers. Originally from Germany, Anna now splits her time between Bali and Europe chasing the sun year-round. Her goal is to continue creating swimwear in unique cuts and colours that make the wearer feel confident and sexy while still offering comfortability. Read our exclusive interview with Sommer Swim where we discuss inspiration from their newest collection Île Mustique and the creation of the beautiful and versatile swimwear brand. Where did Sommer Swim gain inspiration for the 2021 collection 'Île Mustique’? This season we were inspired by the escapism captured in the Slim Aarons era of photography. Particularly the scenes from his ’89 island vacation in the Grenadines. Vibrant pastels hues reminiscent of the Caribbean’s sun and sea paved the way for our new season colour palette and print. This collection is sexy and playful at the same time and we love the ease of mixing and matching our new cuts with our classic pieces. What is different about this collection than any created before? I think this collection was different to any before and feels like more of an accomplishment because it came about in the craziest year of all and I’m sure so many fashion labels can appreciate that statement. Our team had to collaborate and pull together like never before and ultimately what we were able to create we’ve so thrilled with and proud of. Describe the perfect Sommer Swim girl. The perfect Sommer Swim girl is perfect in her imperfections, she’s not afraid of being herself and wearing that daring suit. We create silhouettes which really accentuate the feminine form and we just want the women wearing them to feel their most confident selves whether they’re baking from their balcony as we saw this summer, or sauntering along the beach during a weekend getaway.
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Can you share when and where Sommer Swim originated from? Sommer Swim was born from a love of fashion, a desire to see some more risqué styles, and a little bit of luck. I was living in Bali at the time and really wasn’t seeing my dream bikinis on the market so I decided to start sampling and Sommer was born from that. I found my groove more in the second season which is why I really stuck to my own aesthetic. That was really flattering, that people responded so well to my designs. What is a message Sommer Swim hopes to portray in every design created? Body confidence is someone we want every girl wearing our designs to feel. We want women to feel well womanly! We’ve had some many amazing messages over the years of customers who have purchased not sure if they will be OK with a skimpier style but after trying it say they felt like the cuts really flattered their figures and they won’t be going back to fuller coverage suits. What is something Sommer Swim would like to say to their loyal customers and fans? Gosh - just a huge thank you and so much appreciation! We have customers who have been with us the entire ride since the beginning and honestly seeing ladies out there just owning their bodies and feeling comfortable in their swimwear - that's an inspiration for us.
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NICOLE: Bodysuit by OGBYOLAGJOKA Earrings by 8 OTHER REASONS LARRY: Shirt by ORO Pants by RHUDE
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The ever evolving Brandi Cyrus has added a multitude of talents to her career resume. The co-host of podcast ‘Your Favorite Thing’, actress, singer, DJ by night, and mother to 18 animals by day, she keeps her audience engaged on her social media platforms by sharing her DJ sets, fur babies, life at home, family and her new love. During our getaway to Hodges Bay Resort and Spa in Antigua, Brandi shared with Modeliste what we can expect to see from her in the new year, where she draws her creativity in her many ventures, and what inspires her the most. @brandicyrus
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What inspires you and your career? I am surrounded by so many incredible people and I find inspiration from all of them. Starting with my family… each one of them oozes such an insane amount of talent and in such a unique way, it’s impossible not to be inspired by it on a daily basis. I also have countless friends that are so hardworking and such go-getters and many of them are also creatives doing incredible things. Strangers are inspiring too! Especially those who have become friends, like the other girls in this issue of Modeliste Magazine — Nicole, Luana, and Cenit. We had such a wonderful time in Antigua, and I was very inspired by each one of them for their hard work and dedication to their craft, and also for being such cool, nice girls who are fun to be around. I can’t say that about everyone that I meet, so when I do meet awesome people in this industry, it makes an impression!
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Tell Modeliste readers a bit about yourself. I live in Nashville, TN which happens to be my hometown. I’ve landed there for now after a six year stint in Los Angeles and a short year living in Denver, CO. I live on a minifarm and take care of 18 animals, mostly rescues and retirees. Right now my day-job is tending to the animals and working with my competition horse. I’ve ridden and competed horses my whole life, it’s my other passion outside of music - but by night, I’m a DJ and a podcast host. But it was quite the winding road to get here! It’s no secret that I’m one of the five Cyrus kids, and I’ve spent a lifetime both in the background and the foreground of the entertainment industry. From working on the set of Hannah Montana, to signing a record deal of my own at 21, and now performing as a DJ at clubs and festivals all around the U.S… it’s been a wild ride of an adult life so far, and I wouldn’t trade it for the world! What are three goals you hope to accomplish in the new year? 2020 was set up to be a big year for my career. I was slated to go on a four month tour as an opener for Sam Hunt, and all of that came to a screeching halt because of the Coronavirus. I haven’t played a live show since March, so my career goal is to hopefully get back to performing! A personal goal for me is to practice more mindfulness in my daily routines. Lastly, my equestrian goals are to be competing consistently well in the Adult Amateur Jumper division with my new young horse, Starpower. What is a valuable lesson you learned in the year of 2020? I think 2020 has been very revealing about what is truly most important in life. We live in a world where work and career goals take the front seat and that’s where the majority of our time is spent. The thing this year has given me is TIME - time to spend with people and investing in those relationships and also time to do things that make your heart happy and feed your soul. Going forward, I’d like to find more balance for all of those things in my life!
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How did you develop your career as an influencer? To be honest I just sort of fell into this whole influencer world. I was living in L.A. and my band Frank & Derol had just called it quits - due to both issues with our record label and creative difference within the band. I was only 26 and I was so burned out on music that I wanted to try something else. I signed a contract with Next Models and they encouraged me to start a fashion blog. I’ve always loved clothes and styling and I had taken photography classes in college so I had an interest in that too. So I started my blog, ‘Style Native’, shooting street style with friends in LA and simultaneously growing my Instagram account. Over the next few years, between my blog & socials, attending brand events, and working as an on-air host for Fuse TV, I noticed that I had started to become labeled as an “influencer” - and here we are! I still have ‘Style Native’, and have grown that to include beauty, travel, and lifestyle. I also co-host two podcasts, which has become a huge part of my brand as well. The first is ‘Your Favorite Thing’ with my friend Wells Adams, and the second is ‘Sorry We’re Stoned’ with my mom Tish. Where do you gain inspiration for your content? One of the reasons I love to travel so much is because of the inspiration that it brings. When it comes to style and aesthetic, I draw a lot of that inspo from where I am and/or where I’ve been. There’s something about exploring a new place and learning from different cultures that just puts a new spin on your perspective and there’s nothing else quite like it! What factors go into the content you share on your social media? Definitely the most important thing to me is authenticity. When someone looks at my Instagram page, I want it to be a true reflection of the person that I am. Of course I want the HQ photos, and the pretty presents (I am a creative, after all), but I believe that people connect with what they can relate to. So I share a little bit of everything that I love: fashion, beauty, horses, my dog Astra, photos with my family and boyfriend - and maybe my favorite thing to share which are my travel photos! What can Modeliste readers expect to see from you in the year of 2021? I really hope you find me back in the DJ booth at a club or festival near you! I’ll also be continuing weekly podcast episodes and have some exciting stuff in the works to expand on those and bring something new to the listeners!
How do you hope to influence people through your digital platforms? Any time I post something on social media, I want it to bring something positive. Maybe that’s a smile from a dog photo, a laugh through a podcast episode, inspiration to wear something new, or travel somewhere you’ve never been. My goal is always to spread light to people around me. What would you like to say to your fans? I love you guys!! Thank you for all of the love and support and a special shoutout to anyone that’s a YFTer or a Stoner - our podcast communities are so wonderful and I am so thankful for you all! What is at the top of your bucket list? When I think of my bucket list I immediately think TRAVEL, so I’ll give you my top 5 travel destination bucket list: Patagonia, Finland, Israel, Alaska, and Hawaii. What is the easiest and hardest part of being an influencer? The easiest part is definitely being able to work from anywhere and completely control your own schedule. The hardest part though for me is feeling like everything you do is being judged. Granted, the majority of my followers are so lovely and send the kindest messages of love and support, but there are always a few haters that slip through with ugly things to say. I just try to focus on the large community of awesome people that make up my social media world! If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why? Recently I watched the show Virgin River on Netflix and said on my podcast, “I wanna live THERE!” It’s soooo beautiful. A small mountain town along a beautiful glacial river… and it’s a real place! A quick Google search says that it’s filmed just outside of Vancouver. Sign me up!! I’m a mountain girl at heart. How did you enjoy your stay with Modeliste at The Hodges Bay Resort & Spa? I brought my boyfriend along on this trip to Antigua - after 7 months apart this year, I just couldn’t leave him behind - and we had the absolute best time! The Hodges Bay Resort was a dream. Our suite had a stunning ocean view, and we spent a lot of our time on the small private island just off the coast of the bay, which was probably my favorite part of staying at the hotel. We’re definitely looking forward to coming back again some day.
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Cenit Nadir, is one of Puerto Rico’s most renowned Influencers and models. Cenit is more often in front of the camera but is just as sensational behind it too. Through Instagram she tells a story of her life through the lens of photography, travels, photo shoots and authentic style. Modeliste sat down with Cenit during our getaway to Hodges Bay Resort & Spa, Antigua, where we talked about goals for the new year, the valuable lessons she’s learned throughout her life, and how she has established her career today. @cenitch
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What inspires you and your career? I think what has really inspired me to keep growing in my career is the fact that I’m able to travel the world. Meeting people, going to different countries has really inspired me and it has always been something I love to do.
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What can Modeliste readers expect to see from you in the year of 2021? I would like to experiment more creatively with my content and hopefully work with very cool brands, so I’m excited for the new year.
CENIT NADIR Tell Modeliste readers a bit about yourself. I’m from a small town in San Juan, Puerto Rico and I’ve been modeling and traveling the world for almost 10 years now. Other than my passion for the fashion industry, I’m also involved in photography and other arts including dance. I would love to keep learning and continue to work on and off camera. What are three goals you hope to accomplish in the new year? I would love to go back to traveling again, it’s something that I really miss. My second goal would be to work with my dream brands and to keep growing in the fashion industry and eventually start my own brand. What is a valuable lesson you learned in the year of 2020? I learned to ground myself and to take care of my body and mind. To understand that it’s okay to rest and to unwind for a bit. I’ve also learned to be more creative and to think outside the box. How did you develop your career as an influencer? I developed my career as an Influencer thanks to my modeling career, it has really opened up many doors for me. I’ve met amazing creatives and designers that have trusted me with their vision to create different types of imagery and it slowly grew from there. I love fashion and I love creating so it goes hand in hand. I don’t have an exact plan yet, but I’m very open to whatever opportunities come my way. Where do you gain inspiration for your content? Mostly from different photographers, classic movies, movie characters or paintings. Nature and traveling also play a big part. It also depends on how I’m feeling at the moment. What factors go into the content you share on your social media? I guess I can be a bit picky when it comes to the way I share. I don’t like my content to be vain nor just about me. I love to mix it with nature and film photography of the different countries I visit.
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How do you hope to influence people through your digital platforms? I hope they are inspired by the content I share, simple things like getting into film photography or to appreciate nature and traveling. What would you like to say to your fans? To always be yourself, to not copy others just because, and to work hard in what you love to do. What is at the top of your bucket list? Top of my bucket list is to travel to Asia for a month. What is the easiest and hardest part of being an influencer? Easiest would definitely have to be getting gifts, but the hardest would have to be creating and planning content in a small amount of time due to deadlines. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why? I would definitely live between Italy and Puerto Rico. I think they’d be the best of both worlds. I would feel so inspired creatively in Italy, every corner is art. And I just can’t live without Puerto Rico’s beaches and warm weather. If your life were a movie, what would it be? “La Dolce Vita" by Federico Fellini. How did you enjoy your stay at The Hodges Bay Resort & Spa? I loved my stay in The Hodges Bay Resort, had the most amazing time with the Modeliste Magazine team. It was definitely the best trip I had this year and I can’t wait to travel with the team again.
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What inspires you and your career? My family inspires me, my mother, a fighter, a strong woman. For me, mother is synonymous with perseverance. In my professional career, I always try to give my best. I like to share good and bad experiences, because even from bad you learn.
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LUANA BARRON Tell Modeliste readers a bit about yourself. I am currently a student in Communications and Marketing, managing a clothing brand with very versatile and trendy styles that define me, and I am the image of some beauty and sports brands. I use my social networks to make women aware today that we are unique and empowered. What are three goals you hope to accomplish in the new year? Continue traveling the world, enriching myself with different cultures, to internationalize my brand, form a social aid NGO, and form shelters for abandoned pets What is a valuable lesson you learned in the year of 2020? That we must value and learn to be happy with the simplest things in life. How did you develop your career as an influencer and where do you plan to take your career from here? My career as an influencer was born as a hobby. Discovering that I could be an influence on many teenagers at the age of 17 made me use my platform to help and encourage changes to come from within, learn to value ourselves in order to value others and everything that surrounds us. Self-love is fundamental, only then can you give love. Where do you gain inspiration for your content? My inspiration comes from situations that I have had to live and from people that I appreciate a lot while pursuing my studies, fighting for my dreams. As for fashion, I love seeing trends and even creating my own in personal care, lifestyles, and travel, among others. What factors go into the content you share on your social media? The important factors for me are to convey authenticity, honesty, strength, and love, and be willing to fight for yourself as a woman. What can Modeliste readers expect to see from you in the year of 2021? I hope I can find content that motivates others to fight for their goals, to be empowered, authentic women, to be the change that begins within ourselves. 124 JANUARY 2021 | MODELISTE
How do you hope to influence people through your digital platforms? Basically to transmit security. I think that if you trust yourself, you can encourage and motivate others to believe in themselves, in their dreams, set them as goals, and see that there are no limits. What would you like to say to your fans? First of all, thank you for all the unconditional support. We are such a large community and I always have two phrases that accompany me: ‘The limits are set by you, there is nothing impossible’ and ‘Your dreams - trace them as a goal.’ What is at the top of your bucket list? In reality, I live in the moment a lot, but I always motivate myself by thinking about my wishes, my dreams and how to turn them into short, medium and long term goals, depending on the priorities. If I think about a maximum wish right now, it is that my family and I have full health so that we can continue to enjoy every moment. What is the easiest and hardest part of being an influencer? The nice part is that I can interact and help others. The part that probably doesn't convince me yet is being aware of how the phone takes away time, and how being a bit disconnected is something that we all always need. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why? I would definitely live between Italy and Puerto Rico. I think they’d be the best of both worlds. I would feel so inspired creatively in Italy, every corner is art. And I just can’t live without Puerto Rico’s beaches and warm weather. If your life were a movie, what would it be? If my life were a movie, definitely the title of the movie would be "Fighting for Your Dreams". How did you enjoy your stay at The Hodges Bay Resort & Spa? Actually, sometimes I start to think there are places that transmit so much peace that they become magical. Hodges Bay Resort is definitely one of the places that I would love to visit again.
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RISING STAR MACKINLEY HILL @mackinley_hill
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You might recognize this beautiful face from high-fashion campaigns, runways, and social media. Through her success, Mackinley Hill has proved she’s just getting started with her career in the modeling industry and digital platforms such as Instagram. Mackinley creates content with her photographer sister, Logan, and keeps her audience engaged with their beautiful and creative concepts. For this special issue we interviewed this rising star to learn more about this beauty, what inspires her most, and her career. Read the full interview below. Tell Modeliste readers a bit about yourself. Hi I’m Mackinley Hill, I’m 23 years old. I’m from Colorado, i moved to New York City when I was 18 and have lived there ever since. I attend college as well as model on the side. What’re three goals you hope to accomplish in the new year? Three goals of mine are: to make new friends at college, get good grades of course, and maybe read for pleasure more. What is a valuable lesson you learned in the year of 2020? Patience, this year was hard and not what anyone expected. I did the best i could with the situation, I’ve definitely learned patience this year.
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How did you develop your career as an influencer and where do you plan to take your career from here? My career really started with my sister Logan, she has a real talent for the social media side of the industry so she’s been helping me create stuff. I’m not sure how far I want it to go. Where do you gain inspiration for your content? Probably from the scenery. I don’t really like to put up boring pictures, I like beautiful backgrounds. What factors go into the content you share on your social media? If it something i would actually use or wear. I don’t want to be showing people something I have no interest in. What can Modeliste readers expect to see from you in the year of 2021? I have no idea! But i think that’s the best part, expect the unexpected I suppose. How do you hope to influence people through your digital platforms? I hope to influence them to find themselves like I’m currently doing. I’m finding my passions and I hope that rubs off on my viewers. What inspires you and your career? My future inspires me. I want to work hard so I can be proud of the things I’ve achieved What do you love most about Modeliste Magazine? I love the creative freedom and passion behind the magazine, I think it’s cool!
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Hodges Bay Resort is the epitome of the sought after bespoke travel destination, showcasing boutique luxury in the idyllic Caribbean island setting Antigua manifests.
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pandemic. Hodges Bay has been a leader in implementing the latest in innovative protocols based on science and government guidelines, including masks and social distancing in common areas, with consideration for guest and staff safety in these extraordinary times. Hodges Bay Resort is the epitome of the sought after bespoke travel destination, showcasing boutique luxury in the idyllic Caribbean island setting Antigua manifests. A dream retreat designed over years with a sublime attention to detail in every aspect is realized in its placement in 8 acres of lush tropical gardens maximizing sustainability and environmental consciousness, its proximity to the preserved and protected pristine Caribbean coral reefs, and in its curated presentation of accommodations and amenities. Each of the suites uniquely designed by Sarah Ferrell Designs are inspired by the color palette of the island of Antigua, awash in exclusive contemporary luxury. MODELISTE | JANUARY 2021 145
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A blend of sophistication with artful touches of bohemian character and charm, Hodges Bay offers a warm and welcoming ambience indoors and out, from baths to bedding, woods to fabrics, lounging areas and seating capturing garden views and Caribbean vistas, with details emphasizing comforts for couples, families, and friends. Choices abound with spacious Junior, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom suites, and 4 bedroom oceanfront villas, providing stunning views and features including fully equipped kitchens, dining rooms, pool and beachfront access. All areas, personal and common, are maintained with enhanced cleaning protocols that are the pride of the Hodges Bay staff. Antigua’s island mystique beckons guests of Hodges Bay Resort with a playful variety of engaging activities to appreciate the abundant natural wonders beyond the resort’s secluded pools and beachside cabanas. Prickly Pear Island is your private deserted island fantasy only minutes away by kayak or your Hodge Bay boat. Enjoy the serenity of tanning on its coral sand beach, snorkeling, cocktails and fun. Adventure with Calvin Air Helicopter Tours for breathtaking views on an hour long tour above Montserrat’s Active Volcano, minutes from the main island. The destruction from the 1997 eruption is revealed below as the dramatic volcano continues belching smoke and ash. For a rare opportunity to experience an up close and personal encounter with a school of stingrays, join the Hodges Bay beach ambassadors for a visit to the sandbar where stingrays interact with guests as you pet and play with them, feed and even floppy hug them in their natural habitat. Follow this amazing encounter with a visit to the nearby island protectorate of giant tortoises and exotic bird sanctuary for a unique opportunity to view and feed them. Paddle board the calm bay waters with beautiful clear views to the colorful fish below, kayak, snorkel, enjoy tennis, splash and swim and find your bliss at Hodges Bay. Dining at Hodges Bay Resort is a brilliant testament to the talents of acclaimed celebrity Chef Edward Lee leading the Caribbean’s first signature restaurant, NaCl (Salt), fine dining with a freshly visioned seafood and steak menu to indulge. Additional dining experiences include beachside, White Sands, the pirate vibe of Black Sails bar and lounge, Drift beach and swim up pool bar beside the atmospheric wall of fire where night skies are best enjoyed, Pulse Cafe and Mangos for casual dining, light snacks and refreshments poolside. From healthy morning starters to bedtime snacks, the pleasures of resort dining are endless. Hodges Bay anticipates the opening of its lifestyle Spa and fully equipped fitness center when protocols allow. 148 JANUARY 2021 | MODELISTE
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he natural beauty of southern California’s coast and canyons beckons dreamers and seekers to experience its mystique and possibilities. During these times of health and safety concerns, we remain tentative about traveling. But our dreams of a fantastical getaway live on and inspire. When we do venture out, we do so with high hopes and expectations and a greater appreciation of the wonders of travel. Fairmont Grand Del Mar makes those dreams a reality, an escape to luxurious comfort that is balm for the soul. Anticipation grows as you follow the tree lined lane through the hillside to the dramatic grand entrance, a vision of Mediterranean splendor drenched in SoCal sunshine. It emerges as a mirage, its architecture breathtaking and a promise of the elegant retreat that awaits. Instantly captivated by its welcoming charm, guests experience extraordinary hospitality and care, exquisite accommodations, acclaimed Michelin Star dining, and a wondrous setting for its four heated pools, luxury Five Star Spa, and 18 hole golf course designed by Tom Fazio.
It is said a picture says a thousand words, but even these pictures cannot convey the total Fairmont Grand experience. Immersed in indescribably blissful luxury, guests are pampered in this beautiful Del Mar haven assured of the enhanced protocols of cleanliness, with health safety #1 priority for guests and staff, masks and social distancing in common areas, and hand sanitizing throughout. Sumptuous comfort and beauty define the lavish luxury found in the choices from the 249 spacious guest rooms, suites, and villas, rich in first class amenities and the height of European styled elegance in every element of design and decor, from the realms of your parlour to boudoir and bath. The Old World splendor extends throughout, with spacious baths featuring a separate deep soaking tub and shower, plushest towels and lounging robes. Stunning views from expansive balconies and terraces extend across the 400 acre estate embracing fragrant gardens, Grand Golf Club championship golf course, to the picturesque Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve. Poolside rooms for adults only present access to the relaxation pool and its surrounds. Family friendly guest rooms and suites are inviting with special amenities tailored for children.
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Activities at the resort abound from the pools, tennis, yoga, fitness classes, equestrian center, canyon trails, and famously, premier golf and spa. Golf at Tom Fazio’s masterpiece course is a scenic wonder with each of the 18 holes designed to capture the natural backdrop of Los Penasquitos Canyon accenting challenging elevations, lush fairways, and memorable bunkers. The much acclaimed Spa at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar sets a high bar with a comprehensive menu of body treatments, massage, health and beauty services set in a serene sanctuary of peace and tranquility. And beyond, San Diego is a treasure trove of attractions, nearby beaches, Zoo and Wild Animal Park, SeaWorld and Legoland, all accessible from your beautiful Fairmont abode with helpful concierge service. Restrictions and closures due to Covid 19 are constantly being updated. Spectacular dining at Addison begins with an impeccable array of fresh seasonal ingredients and a stellar chef designed menu paired with an extensive curated wine collection of California’s finest and selections from around the world. Exceptional tasting menus bring cuisine to new levels with signature preparations 158 JANUARY 2021 | MODELISTE
of seafood to steak, oysters, truffles, duck, caviar, exquisite presentations of ever changing palate pleasers. Dining is truly an unforgettable experience at Addison. The prestigious Fairmont Grand Del Mar has been recognized world wide for excellence, acclaimed as a Forbes 5 Star resort and San Diego’s only Forbes 5 Star Spa, one of only 60 in the world. San Diego’s only Michelin Star Dining can be found at Addison, the Fairmont’s signature restaurant. The Fairmont Grand received the AAA 5 Diamond Luxury Award, Trip Advisor Traveler’s #1Luxury Hotel, and is home to San Diego’s premier golf resort. Your stay at Fairmont Grand Del Mar guarantees only the finest and promises the getaway of your dreams.
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You have a more practical outlook, and can focus well. It takes time for you to get started with mental work, but once you do, you’ll keep going until it’s all done. This can be a good time to focus on your budget and creating a financial plan or getting financial advice. If single, you can meet lots of new potential love interests, but you don’t want to be tied down to anyone. If in a relationship, you want to be more playful with your partner, but also have more passion.
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PISCES
You can study something new, travel, or explore. You benefit from venturing beyond the fence around your life and seeing what the world has to offer you. You may have an easier time getting your hands on the money that you need when you need it. You can meet lots of new people and make new connections, embrace your individuality, and make a contribution You have a hard time with facts and figures, but can evaluate the emotions in any situation, and when something impacts you emotionally now, you’ll never forget it
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You can be presented with a new opportunity to advance further in your career, achieve a goal, are in the spotlight for something you’ve done, and feel good about the direction you’re going in. You can perform well with small tasks, practical work, and have a more practical outlook. You get organized, keep everything in its place, and can focus on the details. You do well with your work now, and can have an important conversation about your work, or more communications at work.
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You feel most like yourself when you feel financial secure. You want to make sure you have plenty of money so you can indulge in the things that you like best, and not worry about money. A financial opportunity could present itself to you that would increase you disposable income. You may come across as more sensual, practical, and lazy. You find more pleasure in communicating and engaging with other people, and you can find the right words to say when you need to.
GEMINI
You feel good about your future, your hopes and your dreams, and are a little idealistic. You can spend this month focused more on bringing freedom into your life, craving the ability to explore, expand, and have new experiences. You can travel more, learn new things, and be enthusiastic about new opportunities. If single, you can begin dating a friend, or try to be friends with someone first. If in a relationship, you can try to renew the friendship you have with your partner.
You find more pleasure in structure and order, more as a perfectionist. You can also find more enjoyment in your work, and take a more creative approach or work on a creative project. As the month goes on, you'll likely have more energy and drive for your hobbies and just having more of a good time, wanting to get out more with people instead of staying at home. You can become more aware of subconscious issues, motivations, and desires, and can get more in touch with your intuitive and spiritual sides.
CANCER
You may come across as more ambitious, hard-working, and practical. You would come up with ideas that are unconventional and unique, embrace visionary people, and do your best thinking with friends or in a group,. You want different perspectives to show you what you’re missing and help you figure out creative solutions. People who can stimulate your mind and connect with you on an intellectual level are who you’re attracted to most. You want someone who you can carry a conversation with about whatever interests you, and you may be attracted to more than one person romantically.
LEO
You crave comfort and familiarity, and don’t want to push yourself too much. If you’ve been making good decisions, working hard and smart, you’ll see good things happen for you. You've likely been spending a lot of time and energy on your close relationships and partnerships, and, you'll want to explore deeper, into everything, not satisfied with the superficial. You get along well with others, and can begin a new relationship, personal or professional. You’re at ease with your emotions, and feel your internal foundation is more solid.
VIRGO
You can focus on the work you need to do, and will have excellent mental discipline. You have a practical outlook, and you may seem a little shy, not wanting to volunteer your thoughts and opinions. You can have more communications at or about your work, and can get through the grunt work with ease. You’re open to ideas that are out there and wild, so different from usual. You embrace people who are innovative, and solutions that are unconventional. You can come up with some wild ideas now, and are interested in unusual subjects.
LIBRA
This is an excellent time for research, and you can thoroughly investigate anything or anyone. You can be excited about new beginnings and can pursue new opportunities You won’t settle for what’s on the surface, and will keep digging until you feel you’ve uncovered all there is to find. You’re more attracted to people who are intense and provoking, and who seem like a mystery to you. You won’t mind digging deep into a person you’re interested in. Anyone who comes across as superficial is immediately dismissed.
SCORPIO
You want to see the brighter side of situations, and are more optimistic in general. You can come up with big ideas, but you don’t do anything with them during this month. You can make big promises, but you don’t follow through with them. You feel more social and outgoing and want to reach out to people. This is a great time for searching out new love relationships or strengthening existing ones. You want to feel more pleasure in your life, and can find that with others or by indulging in your senses.
SAGITTARIUS
This can be a period full of new beginnings, energy, enthusiasm, and you can feel more pioneering and excited. You can put yourself out there and get more attention or be in the spotlight. You’re open to people from all different walks of life, and can embrace individuality. You can communicate well with your loved ones, and in one-onone settings. You can be more charming and friendly, making you more attractive. You’re more concerned with fairness, equality, and justice, and are willing to make compromises, act as a mediator, and keep the peace.
MODELISTE
JAN
NICOLE &LARRY NICOLE WILLIAMS-ENGLISH & LARRY ENGLISH
on Love, Marriage Diversity and Inspiration
JANUARY 2021