FOM
FASHION OBSERVER MAGAZINE
ISSUE 17, 2018
Welcome to our seventeenth issue of FASHION OBSERVER MAGAZINE! “I always did something I was a little not ready to do. I think that’s how you grow. When there’s that moment of, ‘Wow, I’m not really sure I can do this,’ and you push through those moments, that’s when you have a breakthrough.” - Marissa Mayer ULTIMATELY fashion is one of the greatest loves and curiosity’s; it’s complexity a constant bewilderment. Fashion’s landscape is as wondrous as it is large and it is these inherit qualities that can simultaneously both capture and terrify the creative artist. We are living in an age where the industry is facing one of it’s greatest challenges as the once tight knit circle of influence is being forced wide open to make room for diversity of expression and inclusion to a degree previously unseen. It could be said, that fashion is facing it’s very own identity crisis; And while the industry considers it’s position, navigating it’s way around the new rules, demands and expectations in a season where a call to change has gone way beyond token measures, for the creatives in the industry, all of a sudden the ceiling of limitation has been well and truly lifted. The platform is open for inspection. There is no denying this is an incredibly positive outcome, yet this wide-open space is as noisy as it is crowded and ironically the challenge for creatives remains exactly as it was when the doors were still closed…. How do I legitimately get my foot in the door? Fashion Observer Magazine has been created FOR YOU. It’s a space for the creative who needs a launching pad, a place to demonstrate unique expression and on opportunity amongst the noise and clutter to showcase your talents. Whether you are a model, photographer, hair or make up artist, a fashion stylist, videographer, or intern, whatever your specialty (or creative genre as I like to call it), FOM are passionate about supporting, connecting and celebrating new and emerging talent across the fashion industry and this space has been carved out with you in mind. Issue seventeen has been inspired by the raw art of beauty and is packed with inspirational content; from the striking front cover showcasing the beautiful work of John Pryke to an ethereal convergence of form, texture & colour from Los Angeles Fashion Week. So many amazing features and so little space to mention them all! Grab yourself a coffee or a cocktail depending on the hour and allow the pages to transport you to another world…
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ISSUE 17.
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LEMON/LIME
Photographed by John Pryke, modelled by Astrida Lewis from Mystique Management and makeup by Cheyne Finney.
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THE FITKIT
Featuring trending products from Mizuno, D + K, Chuchka, All Fenix. PTP and more.
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JAMILA GOES BOLDLY IN LEONELLE THE LABEL
Leonelle The Label photographed by John Pryke, modelled by Jamila Winter and makeup by Mesmeryz Makeup. An elegant but bold collaboration,
MINNIPI WANDERING
INTO THE DUSK
A time to get lost in the moment and tackle the wilderness. Photography by John Pryke, modelled and styled by Jenna Alyce, and makeup by Brooke Stanley.
As the day draws to a close it is time to dress up for the evening ahead. Niki Teljega Fashions photographed by John Pyke, modelled by Katie Panic, styled by Mary Hecker and makeup by Danielle Riley.
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BLOGGER LOVE
Featuring empowering, stylish bloggers - The Budget Fashionista, Oracle Fox and Chronicles of Her.
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GYPSY ELF
Melina Holloway uses her natural surroundings as an endless source of inspirations to create her unique hand made costumes..
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TECH STYLES
Featuring the latest trends in technology - Ghd, Casetify, Fitbit, Kreafunk and Marc Jacobs.
LOST IN THE WILDERNESS
Up and coming Brisbane designer Isabella Charles modeled by Chloe Frauenfelder from Mystique Model Management, photographed by John Pryke and makeup by à la lumière Health and Beauty.
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LOS ANGELES FASHION WEEK
Featuring Candice Cuoco, Venus, Michael Costello and Vichi Swim.
SHOP NEW
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PHOTOGRAPHER John Pryke Instagram: @JohnPrykePhoto Website: www.johnpryke.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/JohnPrykePhoto MODEL Astrida Instagram: www.instagram.com/astridalewis Agency www.facebook.com/ mystiquemodelsmanagement/ MAKE UP ARTIST Cheyne Finney Instagram: www.instagram.com/ minifinneymakeupartistry
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M I Z U N O WAV E S K Y 2 RRP $240.00
Th e Wav e S k y 2 r u n n i n g s h o e s o f f e r p r e m i u m n e u t ra l c u s h i o n i n g i n a s l i c k d e s i g n f o r a d e l u xe r u n n i n g ex p e r i e n ce . w w w . t h e i co n i c . co m . a u / w av e - s k y - 2
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D + K T I E U P TA N K RRP $64.95
Th i s t a n k f e a t u r e s t h e v e r s a t i l i t y you know and love from your d+k activewear! Tie at the side for a l o o s e a n d r e l a xe d l o o k , o r w ra p the ties around the waist for a tighter, cropped fit.
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Small changes make a big difference when it comes to being active.
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P T P W H I T E - B L U E P U R E M AT RRP $79.00
Th e P T P P u r e M a t i s a n a b s o l u t e g o - t o mat for studio use and vigorous asanas. W i t h t h e p e r f e c t b a l a n ce o f c u s h i o n i n g and stability, this mat allows you to feel secure and grounded, especially d u r i n g b a l a n ce p o s e s . w w w . t h e i co n i c . co m . a u
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ALL FENIX LACE SPORTS BRA RRP $59.99
Th e P T P P u r e M a t i s a n a b s o l u t e g o - t o mat for studio use and vigorous asanas. W i t h t h e p e r f e c t b a l a n ce o f c u s h i o n i n g and stability, this mat allows you to feel secure and grounded, especially d u r i n g b a l a n ce p o s e s . a l l f e n i x . co m
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CHUCHKA ARMA SPORTS BAG RRP $59.00 F e a t u r i n g a f r o n t p o c ke t f o r e a s y a cce s s a n d l a r g e r i n t e r n a l a r e a w i t h f u l l z i p c l o s u r e . F e a t u r e s p e r f o ra t e d neoprene with fully lined internal p o c ke t s . w w w . c h u c h ka . co m . a u
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ONE WISH DRESS MOSS GREEN $79.95
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JAMILA Goes Boldly in Leonelle The Label DESIGNER
Leonelle The Label
www.instagram.com/leonellethelabel
PHOTOGRAPHER John Pryke Instagram: @JohnPrykePhoto MODEL Jamila Winter, Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamilawinter Agency: www.facebook.com/ mystiquemodelsmanagement/ MAKEUP ARTIST Mesmereyz Makeup - Mal Carlton Instagram: www.instagram.com/ mesmereyzmakeup
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MINNIPPI WANDERING Summer time, a time to get lost in the moment and tackle the wilderness. Photographer: John Pryke
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Model & Styling: Jenna Alyce
Makeup Artist: Brooke Stanley
www.instgram.com/jkdimagery
www.instagram.com/jennaalycec/
www.facebook.com/ mystiquemodelsmanagement/ www.instagram.com/jabbasmakeup
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THE BUDGET FASHIONISTA www.thebudgetfashionista.com 38
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THE BUDGET FASHIONISTA Catherine Brock, Style Editor & Writer Catherine, a Southern California transplant now living in the Midwest, has been sharing wisdom online since the early 2000s. She took over the helm of The Budget Fashionista as a side hustle in 2014. It was a perfect fit, giving Catherine an outlet to share her passion for having pretty things without depleting the bank account. The Budget Fashionista covers style and beauty trends, looks for less and shopping strategies — all with the goal of empowering women to look their best, no matter what the budget is. Catherine, now focused on The Budget Fashionista full-time, has a book and an app in the works. When she’s not blogging about fashion, you can find her riding a horse in the countryside. RECENT ARTICLES: - 6 Luxe Leather Pieces on Our Holiday Wish List - The Lucy Hale Outfit Anyone Can Wear - Inspired by Film — Festive Holiday Outfit Ideas - Out of This World: GalaxyInspired Fashion
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ORACLE FOX oraclefox.com 42
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ORACLE FOX “An artist must never be a prisoner. Prisoner? An artist should never be a prisoner of himself, prisoner of style, prisoner of reputation, prisoner of success, etc.” Known for her impeccable style and unique creative skill set, Amanda Shadforth is the director of premium fashion and style destination, Oracle Fox. Amanda began her career as an Australian contemporary artist, enjoying success domestically and abroad with her vast body of highly acclaimed work exhibited in galleries internationally. Transitioning to the digital space just five years ago with the creation of Oracle Fox, Amanda has become one of Australia’s prominent fashion influencers and an internationally recognised industry leader with over 1 million global social media followers. Recently becoming involved with the Australia Fashion Chamber, Amanda is able to donate her time and follow her passion of supporting, developing and nurturing upcoming designers. problem, Op Shop to Runway is the blog to follow. RECENT ARTICLES: - The Art of the New - The Right Kind of Frosting - The Valentino Destination - Natural Act - Charles & Keith - Editorials Outfit
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CHRONICLES OF HER The Chronicles of Her blog was founded by Carmen Hamilton in 2011, and evolved to become CHRONICLES OF HER.COM in 2016. What’s different? It’s now a daily destination for real style and real life. It’s a place curated by Carmen (and a small team of superstars), where you can be inspired by the coolest women around the world, and shop the outfits they wear on a daily basis. Think of it as shopping by association, and think of the CHRONICLES OF HER team as your stylish BFFs – showing you how to wear the dreamiest things, down here on earth. The *shiny* new CHRONICLES OF HER. COM will inspire your daily outfit choices through STREET 365 and teach you cool fashion & beauty tricks with our HOW-TO’s. We’ll also do the hard work for you in our carefully curated WHAT TO SHOP edits, show you what you want NEED in WHAT WE WANT and chat about the things you’re dying to know in TALK IT OUT. Our aim is to excite and inspire you when you’re getting dressed every morning, and save you time searching the WWW by showing you exactly what to shop now in a visual and engaging way.
RECENT ARTICLES: - 9 Epic Gift Ideas For The Special Women In Your Life - 14 Ways To Style A Black Suit - A Beginner’s Guide To Matching Wine -4 Handbag Trends That Are All Over Instagram RN
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Gypsy
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Photographer: Melina Hollway Photography www.melinahollwayphotography.com.au Hair and Makeup: Jacqui Buzetti
Model: Brittany Capps Costume Design: Melina Hollway from Damsel in this Dress
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Styles 1. 2. TECH for your Life
ghd PLATINUM+ WHITE STYLER
Introducing the ghd platinum+, a styler so intelligent it predicts your hair needs and constantly adapts the power to ensure the optimum styling temperature, 185ºC, at all times.
RRP $340.00 www.ghdhair.com/au
CASETIFY IPHONE CASES
Casetify created iPhone XS cases to be “Real Cute, Real Tough”, with military grade protection for your iPhones without sacrificing on style. In fact, their Impact iPhone XS case is 6.6ft drop proof, certified to be the slimmest, most protective option out there.
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MARC JACOBS VIC WHITE ANALOGUE WATCH A brand that follows its own unique design philosophy, Marc Jacobs timepieces represent an irreverent spirit. A daring collection that plays on finishes, colours and beautiful shapes for everyday luxury. RRP $379.00 www.theiconic.com.au
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FITBIT CHARGE 3
Understand your health and take action to improve with Fitbit Charge 3 – an advanced health and fitness tracker that uses 24/7 heart rate and personalised insights to reveal what’s below the surface. RRP $229.95
www.fitbit.com
KREAFUNK BGEM Get the feeling of freedom, comfort and complete satisfaction with these wireless in-ear headphones. bGEM are meant to make your music experience as smooth as possible when you’re on the move, out for a run, at the gym etc. RRP $150.00
kreafunk.com
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Into the
Dusk
As the day draws to a close it is time to dress up for the evening ahead Photographer: John Pryke www.instgram.com/JohnPrykePhoto
Designer: Niki Teljega Fashion www.instgram.com/nikiteljega
Model: Katie Panic
www.instagram.com/katiebella95
Makeup Artist: Danielle Riley
www.instagram.com/alalumiere_health_and_beauty
Stylist: Mary Hecker
www.instagram.com/maryhecker
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LOST IN THE
Wilderness
PHOTOGRAPHER John Pryke
www.instgram.com/JohnPrykePhoto
DESIGNER
Isabella Charles
www.facebook.com/isabellagcharles
MODEL
Chloe Frauenfelder
www.instagram.com/chloefrauenfelder
AGENCY
www.facebook.com/ mystiquemodelsmanagement
MAKEUP ARTIST
à la lumière Health and Beauty www.instagram.com/ alalumiere_health_and_beauty
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LOS ANGELES FASHION WEEK 85
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VENUS
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VICHI SWIM
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