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How to Protect your Hair before Swimming Trends from FFFWeek 2017 The Best New SPF Products For
Summer Cover Girl Charis
Agbonlahor
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BEAUTY
Beyond
Beauty comes in all shapes and sizes and the best part of beauty is that which no picture can express. Nature bequeaths the human race with diverse body shapes in which it pours its very essence bringing matchless and varied beauties into these forms. Women are no less beautiful if they are skinnier or if they have more curves than others. We should never decide if a woman is beautiful or not based on just her body shape. Although, beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, we must understand that women are beautiful regardless of their shapes and sizes. The current media eulogize and idolize the skinny look, I personally don't believe that to be perfect. To make matters worse, some women have such skinny body and still consider themselves fat. Most women literally stress over their body size trying to be like the supermodels on social media forgetting that different men have different taste in women. Some are attracted to curves and others are attracted to a slimmer figure. A woman's natural body shape should never be considered a
flaw because no matter what, we are always going to have things about ourselves that we wish we could change, but you should know there are others out there who wish they looked like you. Indeed nature is unashamed and unrestrained in her exhibition of its powers in making the human body as such marvelous assortments of beauty and poise in a delicately balance form and there is no exquisite beauty without some strangeness in the proportion. Whatever shape nature decides to create you in, the true essence of beauty lies within, although it may not be seen or touchable, it very much defines and gives coloration to all forms of beauty all over the world.
Body Shapes or Sizes Doesn't Define Beauty
Dr. Abigail Adebayo
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Photo: @libartystudios, Makeup: @lacici_, Hair: @d4dannie, Model: @lady_aoki
Simply Elegance
plus size
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r. Abigail Adebayo is a simple lady with a natural edge of sophistication. Her style is interplay of class and elegance. She loves to model in her spare time. She is an easygoing person who likes to make friends and bring happiness to others. Her hobbies are swimming, watching movies and surfing the net to keep us updated with the latest fashion trends on her style blog (@fantastic_fashiontips). When she is not doing all these, she is in the hospital wards or clinics saving lives. 4 www.modelsdigesttrends.com #modtrends
There is a seismic shift happening in the fashion industry, and its being driven by the forward plus size women. See our some of favorite trends from Full Figured Fashion Week 2017. Page 25. If you're still trying to get away with not wearing sunscreen all year long, it's time to break old habits. Especially since sunscreen isn't what it used to be (chalky, thick, gross-feeling)! Thanks to all the recent innovation in sun protection, complaints like inconvenience and unflattering residue are no longer excuses. Our beauty reporters listed 6 new SPF products you'll forget you're wearing it. Page 19. Cover girl Charis Agbonlahor reveals her well-being secret and journey towards finding a happy and ugust is all about transition. Whether healthier life as a model. Page 11. you're squeezing in the last sun-drenched days of summer, going back to school or Osha waiter is a name that needs little or no just need a refresh, we've got you covered with introduction when it comes to self portraits and our favorite beauty and style picks. stunning images. Page 14. It's hot. It's sunny. You're sweaty. It's the peak I would love to hear what you think of this issue. summer! You still need to show some flesh. See the 9 crop tops that make the cut this summer. Let me know at editor@modelsdigesttrends.com Page 17.
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TEAM Editor In Chief Managing Editor Feature Editors VICTOR SILAS EMMANUEL OSAGIE OTOJA ABIT Photography SIMONWISBEY AKAMA PAUL VISIL PHOTOGRAPHY
Graphics VICTOR SILAS
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IN THIS ISSUE
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Crop Tops That Makes the Cut this Summer
FEATURES
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Osha Waiters (Curvy Model and Photographer)
The Best New SPF Products For Summer
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FASHION
NEWS & TRENDS
BEAUTY REPORT
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Plus Size Fashion Revolution
ON THE COVER
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Charis Agbonlahor
Modeling 101 Before The Shoot
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Trends From Full Figured Fashion Week
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How To protect Your Hair before You Go Swimming
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S ’ R TO I D E S K C I P
Pixi Rose Caviar Essence, $24, available at Target Eyeko Lash Alert Mascara, $26, available at Neta-Porter
Rag & Bone "Nevada" cropped gingham cottonblend halterneck top, $245, available at Net-a-Porter.z
Soko x Accompany horn threader earrings, $72,
Dior Hydra Life Glow Better Fresh Jelly Mask, $69 (nice), available at Sephora. Photo: Sephora
Catbird "Sweet Nothing" choker, $154, available at Catbird 7 www.modelsdigesttrends.com #modtrends
B
eauty is not define by skin colour.
Every girl is beautiful, black or white.
Shade
Be proud of your skin, you are beautiful in your own skin.
Of Black
Photo: @akama_paul Head Wraps: @melanted_goddess Models: @mera.tamera, @melanted_goddess @kemmymiles
Every shade of black is beautiful
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Photo: @akamapaul, Model: @hipchocolatechip
“If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere� Vincent Van Gogh
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Simeon She’s alluring, independent lady and the girl with a big dream.
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Photo: @olatunde_ajasa, Makeup: makeup_addicion, Model: @thecinderella.k
Cinderella
COVER STORY
Charis
Agbonlahor
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y name is Charis Agbonlahor, I’m a professional published model and actress who has been working in the industry for over 6 years. I have representation in the UK, Scandinavia and Germany and have worked all over the world with a range of fantastic well-known brands. I am a curvy, tall, fit and healthy woman, and extremely happy and proud of my body.
Let me share my little well-being secret with you . Two years ago, I visited my doctor after a few months of experiencing chronic back pain and was devastated when I was diagnosed with Arthritis in my spine. The doctor who read my results seemed as surprised as I was that someone as young as myself could have a bone degenerating disease, however he admitted that this is something that he had seen often in young people these days. Photo: @louharvard, Model: @charis_agbonlahor_official
As a striking size 14 woman, I have always found it a struggle between keeping a full figure and maintaining a well-balanced diet, it doesn't mean that I neglect my diet and eat anything that comes my way. Since becoming vegan 7 months ago this is something that I am understanding more and more each day. Much in the same way that skinny models are expected to maintain their slim figure, I too have experienced pressure to increase my fuller figure by being told to ‘Go treat myself to cake’ or ‘Stuff my face’ until I put the pounds on. Being made to feel I should aim at being bigger just to cater for the current fashion fad despite the fact that it may not be healthy for me. 11 www.modelsdigesttrends.com #modtrends
Most Models focused on their outlook and neglect the inside What many people don't understand is that modeling is exhausting. We models do make it look easy most of the time (that's what makes us models). Catwalking all day in stilettos, long hours on flight or standing for 10 hours shooting in all types of weather is exhausting and stressful on the body and dose require a level of good health and fitness.
Photo: @louharvard
Long before my diagnosis, I can remember being told by some clients and industry professionals that I wasn’t big enough for the plus industry. Being eager to work more, I ditched exercising and decided to eat what I want. In doing this, I put on quite amount of weight and weighted about 14 stone which was the highest I’d ever been. I started scoring high fashion gigs and clients seemed to be happy with my fuller curves but I was not. It wasn't because of the way I looked on the outside, I was still looking relatively toned, and being so tall, meant that I was able to carry the weight better or at least makes it look like I was okay. However, internally I didn't realize the damage I was causing myself and a well practiced smile hid the pain that my body was experiencing daily. I was suffering from IBS as well as chronic pain in my spine which made not only work a struggle but also normal everyday living, even getting out of bed win the mornings was difficult on my body and this new gained weight only made things worse. 12 www.modelsdigesttrends.com #modtrends
“Health and wellbeing is something that isn't being addressed properly in the fashion industry�
Photo: Faby and Carlo
In trying to keep up with the demands of the industry, I wasn't paying attention to what was going on inside of my body and was only focused on what the outside looked like and how many gigs this was getting me. When this finally took a toll on my body and I realized that the food I was eating was playing a big part in my issues. I started to shift my priorities to look after how I felt on the inside first before the exterior.
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believe that health and well-being is something that isn't being addressed properly in the fashion industry at the moment. Whilst we go extremes to maintaining body shapes whether being thin or curvy, I feel that there is not enough focus put on healthy eating and awareness of what we are putting into our bodies just as the straight sized models are known for neglecting their health for fashion fads, I was pressured in doing the same but to the other extreme, I'm sure I am not the only one. It's really important for us all to start taking more responsibility for the myths and ideas that we are portraying to people about our bodies and start to consider how poor diets affect not just our external bodies but also the inside.
Don't get me wrong, I am deeply in love with the curve movement, it’s my passion and I am really grateful for the brave women before me who fought for their curves to be celebrated. I wouldn't have had a job if it wasn't for them. However, health and well-being should be the number one priority. It shouldn't really be about size at all, but about health and what the healthy shape is and size for YOU internally not just externally. There are few curve and straight sized models campaigning for health at the moment but I'd love to see more of us showing our followers how important healthy eating and exercise is to our body.
Since going Vegan I've noticed that my back pain has decreased, my IBS symptoms are rare, I feel stronger, my stamina is up, I am more focused than ever , I still stand as a strong size 14 and solid Amazonian woman. I look great but more importantly I feel great! Im not preaching that you go Vegan, although the benefits are incredible, but I am urging you to look after your beautiful body on the inside as you do on the out!
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When you are a curvy model and a photographer all you do is to saturate the social media with self - portraits
sha O WAITERS IG: @oshawaiters
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’ve always been passionate about the arts, from drawing and painting at an early age. My interest in photography began after my mother gave me a polaroid camera when I was seven. During high school I took photography seriously after getting
accepted to take some photography courses at the International Center of Photography. I learned how to use film cameras, develop and print photographs. I loved it so much that I decided to study photography in college.
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Being a Model and a Photographer helped me overcome shyness
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ne thing I’m recognized for is my self-portraits. I’ve been taking self-portraits, since I was sixteen. Because I’m shy and introverted, my outlet for expressing myself was in front of the lens. Fashion and style has a big influence in my life, so I like to document myself wearing her eccentric collection of clothing. I would do my own hair, makeup and style myself into whoever I want to be for the shoot. I really like to capture movement in my photos; the fabric of the garment and my hair creates shapes as it flows with my action poses. When I’m not taking self-portraits, I’m usually taking street style portraits of people who I find interesting. I’ve always been interested in taking portraits of people. I find it ironic because I’m very introverted.
Being shy has made me curious about people and it helps me break out of my shell by approaching them for portraits. What usually catches my attention is the person’s hair or how they express their unique sense of style. I like taking photos of people I don’t see everyday. I also like to capture the people in a way that looks like they know me, so it won’t look like a random stranger that is taking their photo. I believe street photographs are more interesting than having a plain backdrop in a studio. I always use natural light in my work, and manipulate it by setting my camera settings to work with the light that is available. 15 www.modelsdigesttrends.com #modtrends
H&M Blouse with Eyelet Embroidery
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CROP TOPS THAT MAKES
THE CUT THIS SUMMER Lovers + Friends x Revolve Rebecca Crop Top
Summer is always the time to show off some fresh; so let's crop those Te e s a n d h i k e those shorts and s h ow o f f t h a t beautiful and sexy waist.
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Amuse Society Hayes Crop Top Bring some boho to your wardrobe with this tiered flounce top. The floa ty, romantic style is the perfect match for a pair of classic Levi's jeans and layers of delicate necklaces.
Privacy Please Abbey Crop Top
J.O.A. Flower Print Crop Top
Here's a crop top you'll love Balance your sweet side with a little getting wrapped up in. The bit of sass in this crop top. The bright floral print feels like a ruffled, floral print design is vacation that never ends, and completely open at the back! It's too cascading ruffles just make cute with these coordinating shorts, everything more flirty. or even a pair of white jeans.
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Monrow Granite Mini Pocket Tee Crop Top Tired of the same old tee? Monrow makes it more interesting with a cropped hem and pocket detail at the chest. The gray fabric is super soft, and the shirt is easy to team with high-
Splendid Cotton One-Shoulder Crop Top
Zara Floral-Print Crop Top
Jack by BB Dakota Chambray Swing Crop
waisted anything.
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Beauty Buzz
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Before
The Shoot W
hether you are taking photos for your portfolio or just for social media post, it is important to plan before the shoot. If you are shooting for your portfolio, you wouldn't want to come out with mediocre or sloppy images, good images enhances your chance of getting a break in the fashion and advertising industry. Before you think of going for a shoot, put in mind the aspect of modeling you are into and choose a concept that suits it. It's inappropriate to have images that don't fit your market.
Find/contact a photographer and be sure to look at the photographer's work and choose the one that is knowledgeable or specialize in the type of images you want. If you are satisfied with his/her work, call and schedule a meeting to discuss the cost and date for the shoot.
When selecting your outfits, choose the right colors, avoid distracting accessories. It’s your portfolio so it should be about YOU.
Have your manicure and pedicure properly done (nude nail polish is best because it matches all outfits.)
Get your hair done. Now that the date is fix! it’s time to get prepared. NB: Hire hair stylish and makeup if you are not good at Practice poses; even top it. models spend time in front of the mirror practicing poses Wax body hair and shave under and expression to prepare for a arms. This should be done at photo shoot. How to pose is least 2 nights to the shoot. always the ‘crux of the matter’ Get a good night's sleep (at especially for newbies. Before least eight hours). Don't party the shoot; pull inspiration a night before your shoot, if from professional models, you are tired or you didn't have check poses and expression enough sleep it will show both f r o m f a s h i o n m a g a z i n e , on your face and in your pinterest or instagram as attitude. reference guides and the types Call or text the photographer of images you want to achieve. 24 hours to the shoot as a Most models depend on a reminder. photographer for pose. yes! a photographer should guide a If you will be doing swimsuit model but knowing how to or bikini, do not wear tight dress or underwears to the pose as a model is important. shoot. Wear loose dress with no pant and bra. tight dress Get your items (cloths and will leave marks on the body. props) ready and packed up a night before the shoot so you Lastly, arrive at least 15 don't forget anything. minutes before the time. 20 www.modelsdigesttrends.com #modtrends
Photo: @visilphotography, Model: @toneelaw, Dress: fashion to figure
CURVYR2R
The Curvy Road to R u n w a y (@CurvyR2R) is a new fashion and lifestyle blog, primarily for plus size women and aspiring plus size models. Curated by plus size Baltimore-based models Rae Nicole D a v i s (@missdavis) and Tonee Lawson (@toneelaw), the blog will empower women to embrace the challenges encountered on the runways of life to the runways of fashion. Through the blog, Tonee and Rae will connect with other aspiring plus size models and women to share their model journey, fashion, health, and life tips t h e y ' v e encountered on their curvy road to runway.
Tonee Lawson T
onee began modeling as a Plus Size Model In 2015, and is signed to Bicoastal Management in New York. She has been seen on the runways of New York Fashion Week, Philadelphia Small Business Fashion Week, and District of Curves in Washington DC, featured in DC Department of Behavioral Health public health ad campaigns and a countless number of boutiques and indie designer print ads and showcases. Her favorite experience was walking for Canadian based brand Addition Elle and Lord and Taylor. Tonee lives by the notion of #DoGoodFeelGoodLookGood and spreads that to all women, young and old.
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Estilo Looking back at how far we’ve come in the plus size industry and hoping for more diversity.
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Photo: @visilphotography, Model: @sulyestilo, Dress: @rainbowshop, Shoe: @byashleystewart
Realsize
Mangano “Modeling is the most aspect of my life�
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Photo: @visilphotography, Model: @leanne_j_mangano, Dress: @jbri_designs
LeAnne
eAnne J. Mangano, originally from outside of Philadelphia, has been modeling for just a year and half. The family oriented, Political Science graduate fully realized her passion for travel and experiencing other cultures while volunteering in the Peace Corps and living in Botswana. Besides family and travelling, her other major passion in life is stage acting and all things involving the theater. Modeling has become a very personal mission for LeAnne. She states "I take on many roles in my life, Sister, Daughter, Aunt, Youth Leader and Friend. But for me modeling is one of the most important. It allows me to show many people that they are beautiful just as they are. And that a little confidence goes a long way. If I can inspire someone to stand tall and hold their head high, to walk with confidence, to know deep down that it's not the clothes that make them beautiful, they are already beautiful. If I can show women that even someone who looks like them, curvy and round with big arms and jiggly thighs, can wear a bikini and own it. That we can wear a crop top and own it. That all of us can wear what makes us feel beautiful, and own it, no matter what size we are. If I can inspire someone in that way, then I did my job as a model.�
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TRENDS from FULL FIGURED FASHION WEEK
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2017
here is a seismic shift happening in the fashion industry, and its being driven by the forward plus size women.
Once limited to long, boxy shirts or dresses and elastic-waist pant designed to hide the curves and shape of the wearer, plus size women clothing is getting a much needed new look and fits. Robert E. Knight
The 2017 edition of the Full Figured Fashion Week was indeed the oscars of plus. The event which helped at Hotel Pennsylvanian NY featured seasoned fashion designers and retailers, industry influencers and women who has work their curves to a career as plus size models. Thumbs up to Gwen Devoe (founder of FFFWeek) for putting up such an amazing event.
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Ashley Stewart
Selah Boutique
Robert E. Knight
Robert E. Knight Photo: @visilphotography
Ashley Stewart
Ashley Stewart
Robert E. Knight
Shun Melson
Photo: @visilphotography Shun Melson
Shun Melson
Mathew P. Robinson
Mathew P. Robinson
Mathew P. Robinson
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Fustany
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HAIR BEFORE YOU GO SWIMMING We've all been waiting for so long to take that first dip in the sea, and it will be hard to take us out of the water anytime soon! But first, let me tell you how to protect your hair before swimming, because sea water and chlorine are harmful to hair.
Don't worry; there is an easy way to enjoy swimming, without having to worry about your hair. Before you jump into the water, wash your hair with tap water first, and then apply your favorite hair oil like argan oil, coconut oil, jojoba oil, or olive oil all over your hair. The sea water or chlorine will wash it away eventually, but it will leave a protective coat that will keep your hair safe from dryness and any other damage. For dyed hair, use a UVA sun protection spray to protect the color. Afterwards, while you're taking a shower, using a hydrating conditioner is very important to compensate your hair for any dryness. 26 www.modelsdigesttrends.com #modtrends
Save The Date
SEPTEMBER 2, 2017
CMG NEW YORK FASHION WEEK STUDIO ARTE 265W 37TH ST NEW YORK 10018 www.cupanifashion.com
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FASHION MODEL OF THE YEAR COMPETITION 2017
Photo: @visilphotography
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You've probably spotted this pretty lady already on the runway. What you might not know is that she is a humanitarian and very ambitious.
Photo: @visilphotography, Model: @phylicia_theplusmodel_
Her modeling career took off after entering for Miss Full Figured in 2013 and she is currently taking the industry by storm. Phylicia has strutted many fashion runways including; Circle of Sisters, NY Fashion Week, Curves Rock, Full Figured Fashion Week and others.
Philicia Rene
S h e w a s mentored by J e a n n i e Fe r g u s o n , Tamara Ivey, and Tricia Campell.
“Plus size ladies are sometimes looked at as sex tools. We are curvy but that doesn’t mean we want to get naked to every one” She stated. 29 www.modelsdigesttrends.com #modtrends
Self Confidence is the best otfit ROCK IT AND OWN IT Don’t let others put you down and lower your self-confidence 30 www.modelsdigesttrends.com #modtrends