NICHE Fashion Magazine Vol 01 Issue 04 - Summer 2013

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A few of my favourite things…

C E L E B R AT E D A U T H O R H E N R Y J A M E S O N C E S A I D :

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n celebration of summertime, NICHE went all out! There isn’t a page in this issue that doesn’t speak to the magnificence of the season. Filled with seaside outlooks and coastally inspired fashion, this edition of NICHE magazine is bursting with sunshine and bright inspiration.

Speaking of inspiration, I wanted to take a moment and offer my heartfelt appreciation to everyone who attended, donated and supported the first annual NICHE Inspiration Ball on June 8, 2013 at the Fairmont Empress in support of two worthy women focused charities. It was a wonderful evening of red carpet elegance, meeting of new friends and celebration of community spirit – thank you. Check out a select group of photos on page 92 with hundreds more (and video) on the NICHE Facebook page (facebook.com/NICHEonline).

NICHE is proud to welcome HGTV interior designers Colin McAllister and Justin Ryan. Watch this feisty Scottish decorating duo take on coastal summertime decor [Design Perspectives - page 30]

Summer is often a time of reinvention and reinterpretation – fresh new ideas for home, personal style and faraway travel. Chances are good that whatever you are searching for this season, this fanciful issue of NICHE will help you discover yours.

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NICHE offers an exclusive look at NBC Fashion Star and Canadian fashion designer, Cassandra Hobbins [Emerging Designers - page 66]

NICHE photo editorial, shot on location at Goodacre Lake in Beacon Hill Park and aboard Dark Princess at Westbay Marine Village [By Land & By Sea – page 18] Special thanks to Insideout Homestore for the vintage inspired sailboat

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I C O N | Leonardo DiCaprio An interview with this year’s most gallant leading man and the personal significance behind his role in The Great Gatsby.

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R E I N V E N T E D | By Land or By Sea NICHE magazine’s photo editorial exclusive, shot on location aboard Dark Princess and at Goodacre Lake, takes a retrospective look at vintage-inspired summer fashion.

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D E S I G N P E R S P E C T I V E S | Coastal Decor Superstar interior designers Colin McAllister and Justin Ryan make their NICHE debut, showing us how to embrace our coastal assets to achieve harmony in home decor.

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F A S H I O N L E G E N D | Ralph Lauren A look at North America’s leading designer and how his ‘down to earth’ work is a reflection of his life.

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E M E R G I N G D E S I G N E R S | Cassandra Hobbins Up and coming Canadian fashion designer Cassandra Hobbins gets personal with NICHE – sharing industry insights, fashion collection, and the unrealities of her time on reality TV show NBC Fashion Star.

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summer 2013 74 NOTEWORTHY 1 8 18 92 96

E D I T O R ’ S M E S S A G E | Summer afternoon F A R & AW AY | Malibu R E I N V E N T E D | By land or by sea C O N T R A S T | Inspiration ball C L O U D N I N E | Cannes

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ICON LEONARDO DICAPRIO The Great Gatsby

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“One really telling sequence that we talked about a lot and, for me, was really important is the one where, after [Gatsby builds] this great castle to lure Daisy in, he’s still staring out at the green light [across the bay]. He’s finally got her in his arms but he’s still searching for this thing that he thinks is going to complete him.

That was the Gatsby that I was incredibly excited about playing as an actor.”

The Great Gatsby has been filmed four times before, most memorably in 1974 with Robert Redford and Mia Farrow in the roles of Jay and Daisy. Luhrmann’s version, which opened the Cannes Film Festival, is a big departure from previous adaptations thanks to the lavishness of the film, the use of 3-D and the contemporary score performed by rapper -- and executive producer -- Jay-Z as well as Bryan Ferry, Jack White, Beyonce and Florence + The Machine.

Another element that makes Luhrmann’s ‘Gatsby” distinctive: it was filmed almost entirely in the director’s native Australia.

Oddly enough, the outside of Gatsby’s grand mansion - “a Disneyland for adults,” says the filmmaker - was filmed at Luhrmann’s old high school. (In the book, the palace is located in Long Island).

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he first time Leonardo DiCaprio read The Great Gatsby, he was instantly intrigued by the love story at the heart of the novel. But years later, when he re-visited F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Jazz Age cocktail, he found himself appreciating the book on a whole different level.

Narrated by the Fitzgerald-esque Nick Carraway (Tobey Maguire), the story concerns the mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby (DiCaprio) and his efforts to reignite the spark with his now-married ex-girlfriend Daisy Buchanan (Carey Mulligan).

“The ‘Gatsby’ that I remember reading when I was 15 years old in junior high school was far different from the ‘Gatsby’ I read as an adult,” says DiCaprio, 38.

“What I remember from my years in junior high was this hopeless romantic who was solely in love with this one woman and created this great amount of wealth to be able to respectfully hold her hand.

“What was interesting was that our original intent was to shoot in New York and for budgetary reasons we shipped the whole production to Australia,” says DiCaprio, who’ll next be seen in W o l f o f W al l S treet, which marks his fifth collaboration with Martin Scorsese.

“What was amazing about shooting in Australia and recreating this whole world was the incredible enthusiasm of all the people there. I think it infused us with this great energy. Every actor, besides three or four, were Australian and the whole crew was Australian.

“Everyone’s work ethic was tireless and I don’t think [the movie] would have been infused with the same energy and passion if we hadn’t shot there.”

DiCaprio admits that from the get-go he identified with Gatsby’s drive.

“But then when I re-read it as an adult, it was incredibly fascinating [how it seemed to change]. It is one of those novels that is talked about a hundred years later for a reason. It’s nuanced, it’s existential and here at the centre of [the book] is this man that is incredibly hollow, and is searching for some sort of meaning in his life.

“Gatsby created himself according to his own imagination and dreams,” says the actor. “He lifted himself by his own bootstraps as a poor youth in the Midwest and created an image that is this ‘Great Gatsby.’

“He’s attached himself to this relic known as Daisy. She’s a mirage. I was struck by the sadness in him for the first time, and I looked at him really differently.”

“It’s a truly American story. Here is this emerging democracy that is America in the 1920’s and [Gatsby] wants to emulate a Rockefeller of that period so he creates his wealth in the underworld. This is a new land, and it’s a very exciting time.

I think we can all relate to the dreamer in Gatsby. Each one of us gets excited by the prospect of someone who has that much ambition.”

As depicted in the $120 million film, the 1920s are a time of loosening morals, bootleg czars, endless parties and sky-rocketing stocks. In the middle of it all is Gatsby, a self-made who is, in some sense, the manifestation of the American Dream.

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And so with the sunshine and the great bursts of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer.

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DiCaprio feels as if, at least in part, The Great Gatsby is a cautionary tale about the dangers of living only for status and wealth.

“In a way, this book predicted the great crash in the early 1930’s in America.

It’s a book that talks about the great opulence and wealth in America in that time period and the idea that the future is endless [but that we can’t] keep consuming and living the way we do without some consequences. “[That’s something] we encountered again in our modern era Fitzgerald was very much commenting on society and human nature and the great pursuit of wealth. It’s a timeless novel in that regard.”

As soon as DiCaprio was cast, Luhrmann opted to give the role of Carraway to Maguire, who happens to be DiCaprio’s best friend of more than two decades. The pair met in 1990 when they were both auditioning for the P aren th o o d series.

The casting of Maguire as Carraway was a big boost for DiCaprio. “For me, this is American Shakespeare,” says DiCaprio. “This is one of the most celebrated novels of all time so to venture into a project of this magnitude took a core unit of trust for me to feel comfortable, and to know that somebody I’ve known for 20 years was involved was incredibly comforting. “[Tobey and I] are always extremely honest with each other and I don’t know if this project would have happened if we didn’t have that sort of relationship because we needed those checks and balances.”

Maguire was able to use the warmth he feels for DiCaprio to fuel his performance. “I definitely have an affection for Leo so it’s easy for me to have affection for Gatsby as Nick as well,” notes the actor.

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Luhrmann marveled at the ease with which the two performers communicated both on and off the set. On the first day of shooting, for instance, the pair improvised a moment that remains in the finished film.

The sequence involved Gatsby and Nick awaiting Daisy’s initial visit.

“I thought to put a locked camera on a wide shot and say, `let’s not do the scene, let’s just improvise,’” recalls Luhrmann. “And Leonardo says to [Maguire], `those flowers are lovely aren’t they, do you think it’s too much?’ “[Maguire] pauses and says, ‘I think it’s what you want.’ And that moment is one of the purest and most connective moments in the film. I think it comes from the depth of the relationship [between Maguire and DiCaprio]. It was funny because it was one of the first things we shot and it’s one of the most truthful and wonderful moments of the film. So, there was a grand value in the depth of their friendship.”

It wasn’t just Leo and Tobey who pitched in with dialogue. According to Luhrmann, Mulligan spent weeks researching Zelda Fitzgerald and socialite Ginevra King, the two women who inspired the character of Daisy Buchanan.

“We all went on an intense research journey together,” says Luhrmann.

“Carey went down to Princeton and we had experts on Speakeasys come in.

[At one point], Carey says to Leo, ‘I wish I had done everything on Earth with you.’ That’s a line from Zelda Fitzgerald’s love letters to Scott.”

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T H E L O O K Left to right.

Vintage inspired romper in marine blue. L&S pearl strand. Cross body Grace Kelly style short dress in ivory. Intricate crocheted romper in cream. Vintage necklace.

Vintage bicycle and basket provided by Le VĂŠlo. Leather bag, private collection.

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THE LOOK Esther Williams one piece vintage shirred bodice bathing suit in red/ white gingham. L&S Hollywood style sunglasses. Striped beach bag provided by Insideout Homestore.

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N I C H E reinvented

It is the unseen, unforgettable, ultimate accessory of fashion that heralds your arrival and prolongs - COCO CHANEL your departure.

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THE LOOK High-waisted sailor style denim shorts, chiffon button-up sleeveless blouse in black/white stripe. Woven bicycle basket provided by Le VĂŠlo. Cruiser bicycle provided by Patty Mack.

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N I C H E look book

Q U I L T E D L E AT H E R H A N D C L U T C H / H&M S TA R S K A R L I E B O X C L U T C H / Jason Wu

grab & go

glamour

PA C K A P I C N I C A P P L E W R I S T L E T / Kate Spade

THE CLUTCH BAG is your one ‘must have’ accessory for Summer 2013.

Forget the oversized hobo, the structured shoulder bag or the bulky tote… this season - it’s all about the handheld. Small, stunning and sensational! On a royal note, Kate Middleton’s love of small clutch bags has certainly inspired this hot trend. We chose our seasonal favourites - fun loving and unique – each with its own wow factor.

FLAMINGO CLUTCH/ Benedetta Bruzziches

A K I S S C L U T C H / Roger Vivier

PINK SNOW GLOBE C L U T C H / Fiona Kotur

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N I C H E home

C O L I N M C A L L I S T E R A N D J U S T I N R YA N , hosts of HGTV’s Colin & Justin’s Home Heist, are two of the most respected interior design authorities in Canada. High drama and delightfully outspoken, this creative duo never fails to take designer flair to a whole new level. Regular guests on Cityline, a new range of ‘Colin and Justin Home’ patio furniture is now available nationwide at Homesense, Winners and Marshalls. Their exclusive Design Perspectives column for NICHE focuses on the fabulous fusion of personal fashion, lifestyle and interior design.

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Summertime DESIGN PERSPECTIVES

and the living is easy WITH COLIN & JUSTIN

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W

hether you live close to the ocean, deep in the forest or in the core of the urban jungle, there’s no escaping the call of summer when it comes to home decor inspiration. Especially, that is, when the sun’s beaming down and your mood’s as high as your barometer’s red arrow. So cue good times, the mercury’s vertiginous ascent and happy days all around.

But precisely what - climatic issues aside - makes one home hip and another, ahem, haphazard? And why do some abodes seem effortlessly cool when others, in stylistic terms, are so dramatically wide of the mark? Guess it all comes down to one rule: ‘less is more.’ Which, in layman’s terms, means ‘go easy’. In your quest for summery perfection, avoid being too literal; it makes more sense to follow your heart (instead of doing what you think is ‘on trend’) thereby making your home personal and seasonally sensational.

See buyers guide [page 94] for home accessories retailers

As globe trotting Brits, summer - to us certainly - conjures up images of helicopter flights between Nice and Monaco, train rides to Italy in search of the perfect pizza and boat trips through the Greek Cyclades. Okay, so we mightn’t make it there as frequently as we once did (the Atlantic Ocean kinda gets in the way) but we’ll still happily flavour our schemes, where appropriate, with a hint of mainland Europe. Think monogrammed cushions that allude to the grand hotels of the Croisette, scented candles that capture the feel of Paris and restful blue and white rooms that make us feel like Santorini is just around the corner.

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BE FEARLESS

Play with colour, texture and pattern

Capturing summer, as we compose our schemes, is all about taming the ocean and eliciting the appeal of languid coastal life; the restful sound of the waves, for instance, the distant call of the seabirds or the relaxing promise of a sandy beach. Cool, tranquil and tasteful, sure, but without so much as a hint of ‘Trading Spaces’. That means (remember our ‘literal’ litany) no sand textured walls, no ship anchor stencils and no light cords threaded with seashells. Summer, God damn it, should be sophisticated. And, left to us, that’s just how they are…

So. First things first – and to make everything perfect chez vous decide upon the destination that most appeals, then cherry pick the components that really stand out. Miami Beach, for example, is a coastal extravaganza with more than a hint of Latin American spice so, if that’s your bag, use bright colours and bold geometric patterns (through soft furnishings, etc) to elicit the vibe. South Beach style, on the other hand, expounds with the Art Deco period (currently revered by a new generation of Great Gatsby devotees) while the Florida Keys whisper tales of laid back hippy living, a love of Ernest Hemmingway and clap board Heritage homes.

Another favourite C&J summer style is Pacific Rim, a direction that embraces the wild ocean with gnarly driftwood, sparkling hurricane lamps, slatted white timber walls and acres of glass and natural light. Furnishings tend to be muted and linen clad; think sunlight refracting through shuttered windows and languid sundowner cocktails enjoyed on dreamy rattan day beds. Put simply, it’s all about relaxed glamour… to the power of ten.

If summer abodes which embrace the forest are more your thing, you’ll almost certainly appreciate acres of timber and glass. Nests that showcase these aspects allow you to commune with nature while experiencing the day as it develops. Window coverings, for example, look best when arranged with minimal lines; in client woodland homes, we tend to leave windows entirely undressed so our paymasters can awaken with the day and retire as the sun goes down. Should you be tempted by the joys of the forest, take a tip; you won’t need tree trunk shaped pieces sprouting from your home’s every corner – be inspired, instead, by organic fabrics, good quality wooden floors or by artworks that suffuse your home with just a hint of forest living.

As your warm weather endeavors gather momentum, think about ‘opening’ rooms to beckon light. Remove dark, heavy drapes and replace with diaphanous fabrics that embrace warmer climes. It’s NOT rocket science! If you’re feeling particularly ambitious, swap out small boxy windows for large French doors; a biggish job, sure, but just think of those widened summery vistas.

As a final note, and whichever style you favour, remember that summer should be as much about the great outdoors as it is homely recreation and interior design. So plan your day accordingly; make time to languish in your garden and enjoy a gentle breeze in your hair, warm sun on your skin and the odorous joy of flowers. You know it makes sense. Aye, it makes perfect summery sense!

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N I C H E home

A C&J SUMMER STYLE F AV O U R I T E I S P A C I F I C R I M , A D I R E C T I O N T H AT E M B R A C E S THE WILD OCEAN…AND N AT U R A L L I G H T .

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N I C H E travel

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TRAVEL BITES

MASTER AND COMMANDER

Aboard the largest full-rigged sailing ship in the world

I

by Peter Mandel | travel columnist

t’s sailing time. The Royal Clipper is ready: she twists her lines.

The giant ship is humming itself some low-octave song. A hum that comes from wind? It might be that. Or sounds from a sail that’s not yet unwound.

ROPES THAT, SECONDS AGO, WERE ASLEEP-COILED LIKE BOAS IN THE DECK’S HOT SUN-START SPINNING AND UNSPOOLING. PASSENGERS SCATTER. SAILORS CRANK AND PULL. THE CAPTAIN MOVES TO HIS WHEEL. I should be watching Bridgetown, Barbados, get smaller, little by little.

Instead I am staring up at just-hatched squares of canvas, diagram in hand. “Is that the Mizzen-Topgallant-Staysail?” I say, as a wedge-like sheet comes down.

A man in a green Star Clipper cap takes a look at my chart. “Might be a jigger,” he says. “Might be a jigger up there.”

I notice a woman inching away from us. This type of talk could be contagious.

I’m at the start of my Grenadine-island cruise aboard Star Clipper lines’ Royal Clipper. Although the line has two smaller vessels, Royal Clipper - inspired by a 1902 tall ship and built in Rotterdam by a Swedish firm - is the largest full-rigged sailing ship in the world.

With five masts and 42 confusing sails, the 439-foot-long ship can hold 227 passengers and allow them to watch and help out (a little bit) as the crew raises and trims sheets and as the Captain or mates turn the oak wheel on the always-open bridge. Some of the onboard activities have a nautical theme, like lessons in splicing lines or tying knots.

I’d expected quarters to be pretty tight inside but as we roll toward our next port, Union Island, I discover that my cabin looks a lot like those I’ve had on larger cruise ships with its varnished wood paneling, twin beds, and marble-trimmed bathroom.

When the dinner bell rings, I find out that the ship has a three-deck atrium and multi-level dining room at its core. Eerie shadows from above show off the fact that the atrium’s ceiling skylight doubles as the bottom of the swimming pool up on deck. Murals decorating the central staircase include the following a boy in a sailor suit holding a spyglass, two seagulls perched on a railing and a woman with enormous earrings serving fruit.

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St. Lucia, our final stop, is full of chickens circling around and checking out the port. I try to feed them some bread, and suddenly I am followed by brown and red hens who are interested in more. I half-walk, half-jog, which startles a group of boys stretched out in the shade.

“I like the way you move, man,” says one. “Like it, like it.” Everyone smirks.

During sail-aways, we passengers stand in clusters on the Royal Clipper’s open bridge. If it is nighttime, we can see how stars can make a chart to steer by. At sunset we look out at planets, scattered island lights and silhouettes of far-off ships.

When we’re allowed, we take our turns behind the wheel and try to spin it subtly enough to keep the ship on course. The Gloucester Fisherman could do this, but for us, with tentative hands, it’s hard. Keel and hull behave like they can sense their short-lived freedom: The huge ship kicks like a bull, or bucks to the side until a crew member steps in.

“Nice, isn’t it?” says one of my table mates, 73-year-old Gray Furey of Cincinnati, who, as a birthday present to himself has signed on for his third Royal Clipper cruise. Furey has a pocket watch (‘I just like them’) and a penchant for Stella Artois beer.

On the day we are allowed to climb to one of the Crow’s Nests I do not go first. It’s a gusty morning and the ladder up the main-mast--it’s made of ropes and cable--is swinging like a bell. I watch some German passengers climb. They hop from rung to rung. They don’t look down.

Asked why he’s come back again, Furey doesn’t hesitate. “I remember watching the head bartender in the ship’s talent show,” he says. “He made the assistant bartender disappear. I’d never seen something like that so close.”

“Not so difficult,” says Christina Drewes of Hanover, Germany, after she’s done.

Union Island’s Chatham Bay doesn’t look like much beyond a stretch of white-sand beach, but heading ashore on the tender I notice a few of the ship’s French passengers bent over the railing peering closely at the shallow turquoise water.

“Never,” says Drewes. “I never climbed a mast before, but I dream about it. I read some books about sailing. Horatio Hornblower. Do you know that one?”

“Une tortue!” one shouts, and suddenly we can all see swimming turtles, heads bobbing up so they can catch their breath.

When we reach Tobago Cays, the crew gets ready to barbecue lunch for us in the shade of some oleanders down on the sand. The Royal Clipper’s cruise director, Ximena C. Dipp, knows five languages and she is using at least three to handle questions about the menu.

“What will you be grilling out there?” asks one passenger. “Caribbean chicken?” ”Just curious,” says another. “Will there be any corn?”

Sailing on a clipper ship makes people unusually hungry. And already we’ve gotten used to big buffet lunches on board and dinners with elegant touches like Risotto with Scallops and Marmalade-drizzled Creme Caramel.

Admiralty Bay in Bequia shows us a little pastel-coloured town. The biggest building is the tax office, the smallest a very popular bar called The Penthouse. I decide against having a beer here because I can’t fit inside. Instead I pad around and wait for sunset on top of an upturned rowboat. Here, as in Tobago, chunks of coral tumble in with the waves.

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“Were you nervous?” I ask.

I do, I say. But I dream of falling.

Drewes stands back as I click to the safety belt and step on the lowest rung. I move my hands and think that legs and feet will follow.

Passengers are staring which helps to make them go.

It is maybe halfway up that I hear it again. A kind of hum.

Maybe it’s the wind. A wind that’s strumming lines. That’s making a ladder swing.

Or maybe it’s the sail stretching out from the Crow’s Nest, now only a few feet above. Definitely not the Mizzen-Topgallant-Staysail, I think.

Could it be a jigger? I’m just not sure.

When my hands feel wood instead of rope I get some help from the crew to pull up onto the little platform and look around. Bow and stern.

Starboard and port. All are perfectly arranged in what must be some detailed model of a ship far below.

The hum is louder here. I hear a crack from a flag. Something about a thump of sail sounds wrong.

I realize this: I am a better listener than before. I could learn this song.

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CULINARY SAILING

Star Clippers introducing a series of culinary-themed voyages for 2013, featuring several of Europe’s leading chefs.

May 5, 2013 to October 26, 2013, guests on select sailings will have the opportunity to take part in cooking demonstrations, wine tastings and culinary lectures. Each theme will reflect the region in which the ship is sailing. While in the Mediterranean, guests can learn about cooking with lemons, capers and olives, and those sailing in the Baltic region can learn how to prepare German tapas or a traditional Swedish smörgåsbord.

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HELL HEELS

E Y E CA N DY

SOPHIA WEBSTER SPRING/SUMMER 2013

Hard to believe that this magnificence is a DEBUT collection!

Sophia Webster, who apprenticed under the legendary Nicholas Kirkwood, has been applauded for developing an aesthetic completely her own with a marked femininity, though sophisticated and modern, commercially viable yet creatively fresh. Sophia Webster was awarded the 2012 Conde Nast Footwear New Emerging Designer of the Year Award, received the prestigious New Gen Award by the British Fashion Council for this creative, colourful and fashion forward footwear collection.

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N I C H E beauty

girl T A L K W

by Mary Zilba | celebrity columnist

hen we think of summer, we think of warm weather, walks on the beach and plenty of sunshine, but with that comes a few potentially hazardous conditions for looking your best in the heat. Most of us can relate to walking out of the house on a hot day, only to have a makeup meltdown within seconds and our once polished hair, looks like we stuck our fingers in a light socket. Believe me when I tell you that I am no stranger to this calamity, and through trial and error have come up with a few very helpful hints that will help you avoid this stressful scenario and keep you looking fresh as a daisy despite the harsh conditions.

Let`s talk foundation. In the dead of winter we always feel like we need a bit more coverage, but in the summertime too much of a good thing, will leave us looking cakey and overdone. So thankfully the people in white lab coats have created one of my favourite products, the BB Cream and Tinted moisturizers.

This time of year is the best time to try one out if you haven’t already and I could bet you that you may never go back to your old foundation. We all know by now that SPF is our BFF, especially in the summer, and these amazing superstars not only include sunscreen, but add a beautiful natural looking veil of colour that will not melt off.

I absolutely LOVE the glow creme blush creates all year round, but particularly in the summer. Dewy skin looks gorgeous! Get a nice flushed colour and apply to the apples of your cheeks and then follow with a little bronzing powder to create a look the appears like you’ve just come back from a day at the beach.

The eyes speak volumes, but not when your mascara and eyeshadow have amalgamated together making you look like you’ve been in a brawl with Mike Tyson! The humidity and heat can cause an awful greasy look, so make sure you switch out your favourite mascara to waterproof and use a light hand on eyeshadow. My suggestion is to use a shadow primer first which will hold everything in place. A neutral shimmery sweep of colour over the lids is my fave and will give you the freshest look.

Lips in the summer can be fun, particularly with all the new vibrant colours available this year and a great time to experiment! I am totally in love with Chubby Sticks, as they can be used as cheek colour as well and with so many choices in shades, you won’t have a problem adding a pop of colour to your pout.

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M A R Y Z I L B A is a singer, songwriter, television personality, activist and mother of three boys. She is currently appearing on the hit reality TV Series ‘The Real Housewives of Vancouver’ and debuted her Buff Beauty line on The Shopping Channel on April 12th.

To battle the summer frizz, I always be sure to deep condition once per week. It’s vital that you try and work with your natural hair texture during the hot months too. Instead of labouring over the blow dryer and curling iron, try and go with the flow. If your hair is naturally wavy or curly like mine, let it air dry and add some beach spray to add texture and shine. Its also a great time to try a few hair accessories. I love wearing my hats in the summer, not only do they add a little fashion statement, but they work as a great sunscreen as well!

Summertime is a season we all look forward too and we all want to feel breezy and look our best, so lighten up, shed the excess and look as natural as possible. Remember, that less is more and the older we get the less makeup we need. Be sure to always protect your skin from the elements, and please don’t forget that whatever you decide to do today may not show up on your skin tomorrow, but trust me, it will down the road!

Finally, a positive attitude and kindness will always make you beautiful. Have a great summer everyone!

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FA S H ION RALPH LAUREN Ralph is like Coca-Cola™. He has had so much impact on fashion in America.

He has told the story of the American Dream to the rest of the world.

- DIANE VON FÜRSTENBERG

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by Sheila May | fashion columnist

R

alph Lauren represents so many things in North America that it is impossible to discuss just one facet of his life without doing the person he is, and the empire he’s created, an incredible injustice. Lauren’s work is a documentary of his life. A story he’s written through design about his wife, his children, his homes, his love of wilderness, his desire for the American dream. Dubbed America’s most famed designer with an empire worth 12 billion dollars, Lauren has been described as one of the least pretentious celebrity figures.

He expressed his life through design, and America simply fell in love with it.

“I am not about fashion. I am about living.”

Born Ralph Lifshitz in the Bronx, New York in 1939, Lauren’s relationship with the design world began at a young age when he developed an appreciation for work clothes. Lauren had a particular admiration for safari jackets and military surplus, because they had been lived and worked in, they were made for real life and real people. Lauren never went to fashion school, he just had something inside of him that he needed to express, and he found his outlet in clothing. His preference for livable, every day, sportswear inspired the brand Polo.

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I don’t design clothes, I design dreams.

- RALPH LAUREN

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RALPH LAUREN TIME LINE 1 9 6 7

| Works out of a drawer in the Empire State Building and sells $500,000 in ties his first year in business

1 9 6 8

| Launches menswear line

1 9 6 9

| Opens first Polo by Ralph Lauren shop in Bloomingdales, NYC, which is also the retailers first ‘store within a store’

1 9 7 2

| Launches his first complete women’s wear line, inspired by wife Ricky

1 9 7 4

| Releases The Great Gatsby - men’s wardrobe by Ralph Lauren

1 9 7 6

| Launches boys line, with a girls line the following year, inspired by his children

1 9 7 7

| Receives the Coty Hall of Fame award for his womens wear collection

1 9 8 1

| Opens first Polo store outside of the USA in London

1 9 8 3

| Launches Ralph Lauren Home Collection

1 9 9 2

| Wins the CFDA Lifetime Achievement Award and it is presented by Audrey Hepburn

1 9 9 7

| Becomes a publicly traded company

2 0 0 1

| Establishes The Polo Ralph Lauren Foundation and the American Hero’s Fund

2 0 0 6

| Becomes official outfitter for Wimbledon

2 0 0 8

| Becomes the official outfitter for the US Olympic team and US Paralympic

2 0 1 0

| Receives the Key to the City from the mayor of NYC

R U N WAY | Ralph Lauren S/S 2013

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LAST WORD:

RALPH LAUREN

…on the topic of

fashion, style and movie stars

What matters the most to me are clothes that are consistent and accessible. When I look at the people I’ve admired over the years, the ultimate stars like Frank Sinatra, Cary Grant and Fred Astaire, the ones who last the longest are the ones whose style has a consistency, whose naturalness is part of their excitement. When you think of the blur of all the brands that are out there, the ones you believe in and the ones you remember, like Chanel and Armani, are the ones that stand for something. Fashion is about establishing an image that consumers can adapt to their own individuality. And it’s an image that can change, that can evolve. It doesn’t reinvent itself every two years.

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I couldn’t call it basketball, I liked sports and I felt polo represented an international sport, it was a little more sophisticated.

- RALPH LAUREN ON THE NAME POLO

The pivotal moment in Ralph Lauren’s career was a neck tie in 1967. As a young man he was employed by a tie company and had several design ideas of his own. After the company he worked for rejected his offer to design for them, Lauren convinced a reputable tie company out of Cincinnati, Ohio to take him on.

They agreed, and gave him a single drawer in the Empire State Building to work out of. Lauren found a small manufacturer to make his designs and he, his wife Ricky and her parents would sew the legendary Polo name onto them. When Bloomingdales offered to buy Lauren’s ties but would change the branding to their own, he rejected the offer. Six months later, Bloomingdales called him back and agreed to sell the ties under the Polo name.

Ralph Lauren has gone on to be the largest selling designer in the world with 452 stores in 80 countries.

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N I C H E culture

Art ofSand the

ARTS & FINDS

by Jill Lang | arts columnist

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If there is a heaven for me, I’m sure there is a beach attached to it.

- JIMMY BUFFET

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andcastles fall from the sky, not because they’re anything less than shockingly delightful, but because the sky is etheric. We need earth to create art as much as we need ideas to sprinkle down from the sky.

Sand art is so organic, so simple and so completely divine. The penetrating detail of this exquisite art form arrests me every time. In fact, I find the entire gamut of sand art hypnotizing, from simple sculptures like igloos and horses, to more complex sculptures like magnificent castles, small villages and lifeinspired portraits. Sand art makes me love the beach even more, though I suppose that I’m not as awe struck by the sand as I am by the artists who transform these elements into spectacular works of art.

Sand sculpting has been around for centuries, origins unknown, but I wouldn’t doubt that creative types among the ancient Egyptians constructed sand reproductions of the pyramids. Artists began to profit from their craft in the 19th century, first as unintentional buskers. In the 1970s, Gerry Kirk and Todd Vander Pluym from California began to approach the pastime professionally, and were among the first of many teams to succeed in the sand-castle-building industry. Kirk, grand master of sand and founder of the World Sand Sculpting Association, holds four Guinness book world records.

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For decades professional sculpting teams have travelled to festivals and competitions, vying for prestigious crowns and monetary prizes. Close to home, BC’s Harrison Hot Springs and Parksville on Vancouver Island host sand sculpting competitions each year, while popular international sand sculpting locales include Australia, California, Florida, Russia, and there’s even an offshore competition in Berlin, Germany, called Sandsation. In May and June each year, the world’s top sand artists flock to Fulong Beach on Taiwan’s northeast coast to participate in one of the most popular festivals in the world.

The beach area between Yanliao and Fulong in Taiwan, the Gold Beach, is certified as the best sculpting site in Taiwan by the World Sand Sculpting Academy because of its soft quartz sand, which is flexible and highly adhesive when mixed with water. The festival has been running every year since 2008, and in 2011, 350,000 visitors strolled through a larger than life sand gallery to view sophisticated works of art made with nothing more than water and sand.

A few weeks before the sand festival starts, event organizers prep the beach so that sculptors can basically just show up and start sculpting.

The sand is piled up in layers with the help of excavators, and the resulting sand pyramids are held in place with wooden planks. Each layer is compressed with tamping rammers, with circumference and height varying based on designs submitted by sculptors in advance.

In the beginning, teams reproduced intricate, miniature castles in competitions, while nowadays anything and everything is reproduced from ancient mystical cities and dragons, to Ferraris and skull graves Sculptors start at the top and work down, and they can’t go back up and make changes once they’re done. It’s amazing that works of art stay together at all considering the fragile nature of sand, but for competitions and festivals, sculptures are protected by an environmentally friendly sealer consisting of wood glue and water. Visitors are apparently more of a danger to delicate sand sculptures than heavy rains and typhoons.

Sand art merges sculpture with architecture, entertainment and sports, and provides productive avenues for artists to create an outdoor gallery for visitors to peruse. Throughout the twentieth century and into the twenty-first, sand sculpting has continued to be an integral component of sandy beaches and beachside resorts world wide, as artists tour the globe in a quest to create art out of sand.

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by Janelle Gauthier | fashion columnist

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WHITES AND BRIGHTS Summer whites are crisp, clean and timeless. Head to toe white is the new summer ‘tuxedo’ and is as dapper as ever. Luckily white pairs effortlessly with nearly every hue under the rainbow. Bold brights aligned next to somber whites are an endearing combination for the season and the perfect staple for warmer weather and late night sunsets.

Intricate detailing stands out best when executed on lighter colours since subtleties are more noticeable than when seen on darker shades. With mass appeal favouring white this season, it’s no surprise designers worked cutout detailing and layered transparencies of chiffon and lace onto the earnest canvas.

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HAUTE SPORT Form fitting racer cut silhouettes and racy cut out designs amplify the body conscious side of sport inspired garments and visions of bona fide Bond girls in neoprene suits easily slip to mind. To juxtapose the attention of the female form, also apparent are the slightly boxy, masculine traits of jerseys and power shoulders. Graphic elements such as racing stripes and bold colour blocking add sport fever to even the most basic silhouettes. By no means does this newfound comfort need to undermine great fashion sense. The evolution of technical fabrics such as nylon, mesh and Lycra has resulted in innovative fabric blends that offer durability and ease. Another notable resurrection was the beloved baseball cap!

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SUMMER WARRIOR Strength, power and femininity make up today’s modern warrior. Designers explored hints of warrior inspiration in varying forms. Alexander Wang’s futuristic cyber version not only brought new dimension to his silhouettes but the clothing literally lit up the runway. Garments were treated to be glow-in-the-dark, so when the lights went off at the end of the show, a catwalk of illuminated models beamed through the darkness. Paneled leather pieces held together by hand-sewn sutures were the technical backbone of Wang’s striking collection.

Kimberely Ovitz

Kimberely Ovitz offered the softest interpretation, channeling a Grecian goddess with simplistic styling, natural make-up and pulled back up-dos.

The featured arm cuffs stood out as the only accessory and amplified nods to the warrior theme. Amongst a sea of neutral and blue toned dresses and separates, the earthiness struck chords and it’s no surprise this California native has an eye for natural beauty.

Mugler’s bionic babe was suited out in patent leather that formed rigid shapes, adding relevant structure to most pieces. A dark sense of mystery common to Mugler shows lingered but this collection was hands down one of the most marketable in recent years. The Mugler collection was a collaborative effort by creative director Nicola Formichetti and designer Sébastien Peigné. With Nicola’s recent announcement to leave Mugler, it will be interesting to see who will set out to fill his large shoes. Formichetti mingles with some highly visible supporters such as good friend Lady Gaga. Their friendship has expanded into professional territory with him acting as her personal stylist and he was also responsible for the fashion direction of her Monster World Tour. Social communications are his strength and although he only spent two years at Mugler, he was successful in catapulting the company into the limelight and now he has been acquired by Diesel to motivate international appeal for them.

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WHEN IT CAME TO EDGINESS THIS S E A S O N, D E S I G N E R S W E R E D I V I D E D. S T R O N G MASCULINE LINES MEETS THE SOFTNESS OF THE FEMININE FORM.

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We can all relish in the easy flow of summertime living and there’s nothing like the gorgeously printed, light and flowing pieces that are available for summer. A natural seventies influence is easily identified, with importance on tiny embellishments, texture and prints. Mix matching of prints can be done with ease and grace, don’t be afraid to embrace the opportunity.

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RETRO FUTURISM Names and classifications are powerful things. Retro Futurism may strike as broad terminology but remarkably few can convey this message.

With successful hints to the past, designers are simultaneously able to label the future. Inventive new fabrics and altered silhouettes are grand contributions, but the strongest appeal stems from pure ingenuity.

Expected by the fashion world to unleash the unexpected, Miuccia Prada is a known trendsetter, often blazing rampant down her own path.

With oriental references, dreams of an unknown geisha resonated down the runway. Origami folding and pleating were done in experimental varieties using interfaced satin. Brightly coloured flowers in repetitive pop art fashion carried an undeniable sense of fun. Elements and patterns reminiscent of the sixties barred strong undertones and in a world of Asian disciplines Miuccia surrendered yet another collection of original looks.

There’s always a story and specific time period running along side Marc Jacobs’ collections. He’s not afraid to completely submerse himself in a trend and explore every avenue from head to toe. Granted as one of the most celebrated talents, he can always find refreshing points of view at any challenge. His 60’s op art extravaganza at both Louis Vuitton and his own collection bore heavy historical references yet every piece was refurbished to fresh and of the moment desires.

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Rodarte is synonymous with art and dreams. This season, sister duo Laura and Kate Mulleavy combined Victorian ideals alongside strong futuristic visions, exuding smattering of sci fi and steam punk delusions along the way. Strength and femininity work hand in hand. Shield like armour in colourful embossed doses nestled above long gowns of silk charmeuse. Elegant gowns dramatized by waist high slits paired ironically with futuristic footwear and refined punk hairdos. Sixties inspired fabric methods were used as adorned overlays, leather fringing full of eighties appeal stood out amongst diverse themes in a combination that appears pleasingly too cool for our time.

With modern advances and our society moving faster than ever, fashion needs to propagate and not hither in stagnant territory. Using history as a backbone it’s essential for designers to predict the future of what women truly covet to wear. Thanks to an array of talent, catwalks are littered with imaginative answers, designers unapologetic for their visions of a quintessential utopia.

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hile he didn’t let on, Tom Lyle was having problems. Despite the stock market crash of 1929, it took two years for the Maybelline Company to feel the full effects. Although sales slowed, and the family fortune dwindled, it wasn’t until 1931 that Tom Lyle received the worst possible news. The president of Chicago Guaranty Trust called him personally and told him that his ship had officially sunk. On paper at least, Tom Lyle was no better off than the guys selling apples on the street corner. He was broke.

The prosperity and opulence of the roaring ’20s were gone, as were the vamps who purchased Maybelline’s seventy-five-cent mascara. Tom Lyle realized that to save his company, he would have to rethink his marketing plan and come up with an idea that would put his product in the public eye at a price women could afford. The flashy, flapper look was being replaced with a more demure look fit for the times.

Movie stars and socialites alike favoured understated eye makeup. Only one out of five women now used Maybelline mascara, while four out of five women continued to use powders and skin creams.

Tom Lyle tried to market cheaper sizes of his products, but fashion magazines began to characterize makeup products “fit only for tarts from the wrong side of the tracks.” Major film studios, such as Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Warner Brothers, and Paramount, jettisoned mascara and eyeliner altogether. It didn’t help that the reigning empress of MGM, Norma Shearer, called eye makeup “the province of whores.” While Ponds Cold Cream and Helena Rubenstein’s makeup appealed to the rich and the upper middle class, Maybelline’s darkly coloured lashes now only appealed to “the lower class.”

Tom Lyle made a quality product affordable and accessible to women, while his new partner Emory created a logo to fit the times. ‘Quality yet sensibly priced’ was printed on every advertisement page, and became the spirit of Maybelline’s campaign.

Tom Lyle saw his dream going up in smoke, and the Maybelline Company nearly went bankrupt. It occurred to him that to continue selling through mail-order was futile. He needed to put his products where women could purchase them cheaply and on demand—Maybelline was offered in dime stores, but on a very small as needed supply. He had to do something fast or sell the company before it failed all together.

Rather than focus on an upscale market, he knew he’d still be able to sell his product to the working classes by making his products available cheaply and at retail. But to do that would take backing, and he was nearly broke. He asked his friend Rory Kirkland for a loan. Kirkland lent him enough money to keep Maybelline afloat until they could figure out what to do next. The family single-handedly held the company together, and everyone took less pay and worked longer hours. Tom Lyle concentrated on advertising, while Noel handled the administration of the company and the employees. Mabel’s husband, Chet, supervised the production of mascara, and Eva’s husband, Ches, managed shipping and the Maybelline trucks that transported products to dime stores and Preston tried to stay sober.

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S H A R R I E W I L L I A M S is the heir to the Maybelline legacy, Tom Lyle Williams’ great-niece and Evelyn Boecher Williams’ granddaughter.

Growing up in their homes, and steward of the vast Maybelline archives, Williams tells the story of the birth of the Maybelline Empire and reveals intimate details about the fascinating family dynasty.

Throughout 2013, NICHE invited Sharrie to give readers an inside look into this beauty empire – sharing excerpts from her book, The Maybelline Story, available online at Maybellinebook.com & amazon.ca

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uzzled about how to hang your pictures, paintings and other wall art objects for maximum impact and attractiveness in your home? While choices in styles and types of art vary widely, the “rules” for hanging them are few and sensible. If you know the rules for displaying art at the right height and in the correct manner, your home can look like a chic art gallery and have a definitive interior decorator feel with very little effort! Here are a few tips to help:

T H E E Y E S H AV E I T : Hang art at eye level for best visibility and greatest impact.

Whose eye level, you ask? Yours, of course! While you will undoubtedly entertain guests who are taller or shorter than you, you will be spending more time in your rooms than they will, so hang art where your eyes can most easily take it in. If you happen to be a particularly short or tall person and you choose to hang your art for the enjoyment of others, use a height of 5’6” as your guide – being the average height to cater to. In private homes, “eye level” is generally considered to be judged from a seated position; in public halls and reception areas where people stand more than they sit, “eye level” is assessed while standing.

S E V E R A L S M A L L S C A N E Q U A L O N E B I G : If you don’t have a huge oil

painting, that doesn’t mean you can’t make art a focal point of the room. Grouping several smaller pieces together to make an interesting arrangement often works better than one large piece of art anyway. Arrangements do call for more planning, however.

Work out an arrangement that pleases you by placing pictures and art objects on the floor, making sure that the arrangement has balance and proportion. Then get some paper—old paper bags or notebook paper will do nicely —and cut it into sections the exact sizes of the pieces you plan to hang. Use low tack masking tape and attach the paper to the wall in the arrangement you’ve chosen and reassess your choice. Feel free to move the papers around until you are completely happy with the arrangement.

When you are ready, hang the art right over the paper guides and once hung, simply pull the paper out from underneath the framed art.

W AT C H S U R R O U N D I N G H E I G H T S :

Take nearby door and window heights into consideration.

Hang pictures at or below them for best proportionate viewing. If your rooms have crown moulding near the ceiling, consider hanging pictures using chains or ribbons on hooks especially made to fit such molding. This is a lovely touch, particularly in older homes or spaces that want to achieve that shabby chic or cozy cottage feel.

P AY AT T E N T I O N T O “ N U T S A N D B O L T S ” :

Hang heavy pictures and mirrors from wall studs, using two hangers to help keep them level. Use the correct hanger for the weight of pictures you’re hanging; two 20 pound capacity hooks don’t equal one 40 pound hook.

For pictures hung on walls with frequently used doors, either wrap painter’s tape around the part of the picture wire that sits in the hook, or affix double-sided tape to the lower edge of the frame and press it into the wall when the picture is in place.

Above all, choosing art and hanging it in your home should be a labour of love. When you choose art, prints or photographs that you cannot live without and enjoy looking at everyday; it will make the choice of where to display it that much easier. In most homes, the goal is functional and aesthetically pleasing – there are no art curators that will be measuring the dimension between ceiling and frame to ensure you have adhered to gallery standards!

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DESIGNERS C A N A D I A N FA S H I O N S TA R

CASSANDRA HOBBINS

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You are so insanely talented, Cassandra. Everybody better get the hell out of your way.

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assandra Hobbins is gaining momentum as a Canadian powerhouse in the design world. The completely selftaught designer discovered her flair for fashion as a child when she would draw sketches and her mother would sew them for her. After graduating university in her native Edmonton, Alberta, Hobbins made her way to Los Angeles where she accepted an internship at Orthodox Clothing, a contemporary menswear label. Her time at Orthdox offered a vital look into the design world, including being mentored by Jon Levine of Apparel Advisors. Hobbins was soon overseeing all of the domestic and overseas design, development and production.

After a successful four year stint at Orthodox Hobbins was recruited by the French shoe company, Spring Court. She up and moved to New York City to restructure their North American operations. A year later Hobbins returned to design at a junior contemporary line called Priorities her first formal endeavor in womenswear. Dividing her time between Shanghai and NYC, Cassandra also designed and oversaw the production for private label accounts such as Bloomingdales, Saks off Fifth, Arden B and Boston Proper. In 2010 she launched her own line, Prose IV. Hobbins left her design position at Elie Tahari, TAHARI ASL Division in 2012 to participate on the hit TV series, NBC Fashion Star.

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My experience on Fashion Star made me look at the future of the American retail market in a different way. Getting to see how the buying patterns of the market have shifted towards a buy-now-wear-now mentality - fast fashion, low price points part in what direction I would take my career once the show was over.

-CASSANDRA HOBBINS

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N B C FA S H I O N S TA R NBC’s smash hit reality TV competition series offers twelve up-and-coming designers the chance to win a multi-million dollar opportunity to launch their own fashion collection in three of America’s largest fashion retailers: Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy’s and Express. Under the guidance of celebrity mentors Nichole Richie, Jessica Simpson and John Varvatos, Cassandra Hobbins had a wildly successful journey, and after selling to all three retail giants to the tune of $750,000 in sales, Cassandra finished second on the show. Her fashion aesthetic was so popular, many of her winning looks sold out in a number hours.

After a successful finish on NBC’s Fashion Star, Hobbins was approached by Jump Apparel Group to take on a moderate dress line, called Tiana B, under Creative Director, Sully Bonelly of Isaac Mizrahi, who once served as Creative Director for Oscar De La Renta. Additionally, Hobbin’s and partner Casey Cleveland, are in the beginning stages of launching SALT ( Save Another Life Today) – a fashion forward line of medical wear with a give back aspect targeted towards serving and educating the underprivileged.

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I always wanted to do a mid-priced line of downtown edgy garments. Clothes with a taste for the avant garde and high end design without the Givenchy price tag. A line for the career women who holds a high position, but can’t quite afford to be head-to-toe Celine.

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he Manzana de la Discordia – or Block of Discord, on Passeig de Gràcia in Barcelona, is a collection of Spain’s most renowned modernist buildings dating back to the early 1900’s. Each building is completely unique making the block a beautifully peculiar, architectural mash-up. In the mix is the whimsical work of Antoni Gaudi, the Casa Batlló.

Within Barcelona, Casa Batlló is known by a variety of different names: the house of bones, the house of yawns, the house of masks - contradictory to popular belief the structure was intended to be a cheerful and imaginative composition. Its inspiration appears to be of an oceanic fantasy world.

When its mosaic laden curves catch the sunlight the building comes to life, moving and rippling like a marine organism.

Once the home of Joseph Batlló and his family, the property is now a tourist mecca. It is impossible to remain indifferent to the building’s remarkable façade - even those who don’t appreciate the divine world of the fantastical will upon leaving Casa Batlló. Tours of the great casa began in 2002 after extensive refurbishment to return the house to its original magnificence.

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THINGS TO DO • Explore the entrance hall which is similar to an underwater cave. The staircase leading upstairs will enthrall you with its striking resemblance to an animal’s backbone.

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Legends say this is the same dragon slain by Spanish hero Sant Jordi

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he first spa experiences occurred through social bathing in “healing waters” thousands of years ago by the Egyptians, Mesopotamians, Romans and Greeks.

Cleopatra was the first to discover anti-aging methods for facial skin care. Known for her lustrous beauty and intensive skin care regimen, Cleopatra bathed in sour milk, which is high in lactic acid and exfoliates the skin. Cleopatra was renowned for her clean, smooth, soft skin and skin care quickly became a top priority for Egyptians. Also used by the Egyptians were a variety of natural skin care treatments, a noted favourite was a combination of whipped ostrich eggs, dough, bullock’s bile, resin and olive oil mixed with milk. Later, the Japanese, Ottomans and Western Europeans also discovered the benefits of “healing waters” and social bathing for cleanliness and health purposes. The word “spa” actually originates from the Latin verb spagere, which means to pour forth.

According to legendary writers Greeks indulged themselves in social baths as early as 500 BC and had hot baths called Iaconica. Greek athletes bathed in olive oil and then dusted their bodies with fine sand to regulate their body temperature and protect their skin from the sun. Both Greek men and women used honey to moisturize their faces and bodies, and olive oil to protect their skin. Emperor Agrippa designed the first Roman large scale spa called a “thermae” in 25 BC. These spas were the first to actually offer body and facial treatments, which included bathing, the application of essential oils, massage, exfoliation and further bathing in a bold “frigidarium”, followed by relaxation in an assembly room or library. Because of the relaxing qualities and fantastic effects to the skin experienced at these early spas, several started to be built across the Roman Empire from Africa to England, and their popularity continued to increase until the world was emerged and in love with the spa.

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C E L E B R AT E Y O U R S H A P E I N COMFORT AND STYLE THIS SUMMER

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by Erin Bradley | style columnist he season we expose our legs to the world is here! Some of us confidently bare our limbs, while others worry about whether or not we can look great in those skimpier summer styles.

Well ladies, when it comes to shorts, dresses and skirts, there is a perfect summer style for everyone. Here are my tips for looking gorgeous from the waist down this summer.

1. There are so many choices for summer skirts! They will look best, just below or above your knee. Shape is important; consider an A-line to balance a smaller lower body, or a pencil skirt for showing off curves. My favourite style right now is the high-low skirt. It hits above the knee at the front and flows out longer at the back, perfect for most body types.

2. Comfortable going short? Find shorter pieces that hit about midthigh, make sure you can sit, bend and reach without revealing too much before you buy! Look for slightly longer styles if you have a curvy bottom or long torso, short pieces will be even shorter for you.

And of course, if you have to ask “is this a dress or a shirt?” it’s a shirt.

3. Long Maxi style dresses look great on most people so they are an easy choice for summer. If you are petite, try pairing with a wedge heel to get a taller-than-usual look!

4. Avoid capris that hit the middle of your calf if you have short legs.

To make your legs look longer, try straight leg ankle pants, or Bermuda shorts that hit just above the knee.

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Still not ready? Try a self-tanner to give yourself a confidence boost and even out your skin tone. With a fresh sun kissed look there are no excuses left to cover up.

Now let those legs out!

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Petipa formally created ballet in St. Petersburg, and it was perfected there by Pavlova, Nijinsky and Ulanova.

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by Chelsea Forman

nce upon a time in a land far, far away, a city so magnificent was born, that it went on to inspire the worlds most beloved tales of princes and princesses, imagination and happily ever after. A city of opulent palaces, whimsical art, majestic architecture, and colourful rulers. Russia’s fascinating ‘Window on the West’, St. Petersburg. One of Europe’s most significant cities, St. Petersburg has bustled with life, mystery and intrigue since it was founded by resolute Tsar Peter the Great in 1703. Peter was one of the world’s finest dreamers, and his vision of building a kingdom to challenge the splendor of any other, translated impeccably into a land rich in magic, and more importantly, palaces.

St. Petersburg is an utterly captivating tourist destination. It has a remarkable number of sights and is filled with an abundance of history. Many visitors seek the romance of the snowy winter months, but there is little more spellbinding than gazing upon a Russian palace under the White Nights of summer. The White Nights are a brief period of dazzling magic where the sun crawls toward the horizon but never fully sets as a result of the city’s very northern location, this leaves the streets lustrous and saturated in a pearlescent glow.

While wandering the stone city bisected by canals and spotted with cafes and shops, the true essence of St. Petersburg will be found at the palaces. There are a number of palaces and structures of great historical significance to the country, but the three that cannot be missed are Catherine Palace, the Peterhof Palace and the mother of all dreamy homesteads, the Winter Palace.

Catherine Palace was originally built in 1710 as a summertime retreat by Peter the Great for his wife Catherine. It was given an elaborate makeover by their daughter Elizabeth with the help of architect and Late Baroque style genius, Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli. While Elizabeth loved the palace and was primarily responsible for its splendor, it was Empress Catherine II who enjoyed it the most. Located a quick 25km jaunt outside of the heart of St. Petersburg, the incredible structure spans 1000 feet. Adorned with gold accents, its colour is reminiscent of a cloudless summer sky. Catherine was notorious for throwing elaborate costume parties at the palace. She had over 15,000 dresses at the home and never wore a single one twice. Catherine’s palace is the idealistic example of Russian baroque. It is now a notorious tourist hotspot, and one of the countries most celebrated museums. The palace holds arguably the most exquisite ballroom in the world. Covering 9,000 square feet, the room is washed in light from two tiers of classic Rastrellian style windows, and was appropriately known as the Gallery of Light in its glory years. The ballroom’s ceiling is a work of art, literally, it is a monumental, allegorical painting by Venetian Guiseppe Valeriani, titled The Triumph of Russia. Don’t be shy, wear a ball gown for your tour and try to imagine how fine the space would have been lit with its 1,200 candles and filled with the classic music of an 80 musician orchestra. Similarly amazing is the Amber Room, a historical phenomenon. Once known as the Eighth Wonder of the World the Amber Room is just that, all amber. The original panels were traded to Peter the Great from Prussian King Friedrich Wilhelm for eight Russian soldiers; however, the panels went missing after the Nazi invasion and have been one of the worlds most hunted treasures ever since. The room was recreated in 2003 with more than a tonne of amber, from the sweetest shade of honey to a seductively burnt orange. A full day should be set aside to discover all of the brilliance behind Catherine Palace and its remarkable surrounding gardens.

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Peterhof - it couldn’t have been dreamed more perfectly. The ‘Second Versailles’ was Peter the Great’s most revered imperial residence and still amazes tourists and architects alike. Inspired by Versailles and challenged by Peter, it consists of three palaces, a superb series of parks and numerous sets of fountains. Peterhof was unrivalled, a Russian treasure, until of course World War II intervened. Peterhof was at the frontline when the Siege of Leningrad occurred. It was diminished to ruins by the end of the war and has been in a state of refurbishment for over sixty years. Peterhof is located on the coast of Finland, 30km outside of the city and is accessible by sea or land. If coming by sea, highly recommended for the grandest entrance, you will arrive at the Lower Park. Designed in classic French style with a formal baroque flair, the garden once hosted spectacular parties illuminated by 10,000 candles. Areas of the park offer a glimpse at Peter’s more playful side with trick fountains that are brought to life when guests step on a hidden lever or stone. The eastern part of the Lower Park is where Peter’s first residence on the property is, he lived here during construction - it is called Monplaisir, meaning “my pleasure”, and is a modest Dutch style mini palace. The western part of the park is where Marly Palace and the Hermitage Pavilion are. Marly Palace was designed to be an intimate retreat on the property; the Hermitage was generally used as a banqueting hall. The Great Palace sits in the middle of all of this grandeur with the Upper Park and main gates behind it. Most guests only devote a half day to visit Peterhof, this simply is just not enough time to take all of the wonders in.

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The Winter Palace – its name stirs thoughts of thick couture winter coats and huddling with a lover under a Russian night’s snowfall. It makes you think of romance in that Cinderella, glass slipper kind of way. Of course as it seems to go with all things we want to be left in a state of perfection in our minds, the Winter Palace has a dark past and became a place of massacre and terror. History buffs will immediately think of Bloody Sunday and the February Revolution – major events in history. Today, it is the sight of the State Hermitage Museum. The first thing you will notice is the palace’s gargantuan size, it wasn’t built this way to house a million princesses and their superb gown collections, it was designed to reflect the power of Imperial Russia and be a clear indicator not to challenge the might of the great nation. It was from this palace that Peter II ruled one sixth of the world’s landmass. Beyond

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In 2006 it was discovered that 221 pieces of historical Russian Jewellery had gone missing from the Hermitage. the palace the sight includes the buildings of the Small, Old and New Hermitages, the Hermitage Theatre and the Auxiliary House. The Hermitage began as a private art collection by Empress Catherine II in the 18th century and became one of the largest museums in the world in the 20th century. It features an incredible variety of pieces from every culture and era, including those by renowned artists Matisse, Rembrandt and Picasso. The last count put the collection at over three million items and strolling through the 350 rooms would be a walk of 10km’s. This may be a bit too ambitious for some travelers, break it down, do your research, and seek out those must-sees first. For those less interested in the art pieces, not to worry, the buildings themselves will have you overstimulated and overly amazed the duration of your visit.

Your trip to St. Petersburg will be an investment to further dreams, inspire imagination and instill wonder in your life. In jeans and a t-shirt you’ll feel like a princess even just eating an ice cream cone while strolling through the grounds at one of these magnificent palaces. Your time in the great royal city will also be one of your most profound history lessons. St. Petersburg promises to be a completely magical adventure.

And who knows, you might just meet your prince charming there.

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N I C H E beauty

B E AUT Y [ re] M AR K S

by Sara Rose | beauty columnist

NO SLIDE GUIDE {summertime woes} Now that our essential sun is shining, brightening everyone’s attitudes and releasing this GLOrious source of natural vitamin D, let’s come to an understanding about the sun. We can begin by realizing that the sun will most certainly bring out an overzealous skin shine…but don’t let that deter your summer euphoria. And always remember there is a difference between a good healthy glisten and looking like a bit of a hot oily mess.

DO NOT’s, Want NOT’s & DO DO’s: D O N O T pack on the powder. When you pack on more and more powder, to cover your mid-day oily sheen, you are in fact creating a caked on (aging) affect – this will create the opposite of what the glorious sun is providing us…a glistening glow. The heavier the application the more exaggerated our fine lines become (WANT NOT). Powder application is simply used to set a foundation application, not to soak up oil.

D O N O T begin washing your face more.

Washing your face more may make you feel refreshed, but it also contributes to oil production, that in turn, brings back that dirty feeling. A terrible cycle that you don’t want to get yourself caught in.

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D O make use of oil-controlling blotting pads. Blotting pads may be a funny thought for you, as they are for some, BUT they are in fact a highly affective item.

Blotting pads work by instantly absorbing excess oil and shine all while leaving your skin feeling refreshed. With a number of companies in the market providing this item, search around your local department counter for the one that’s right for you. Look for pads that will remove excess oil, but won’t disturb your natural oils or makeup.

D O use “those cream products”. You know, those cream blushes and shadows you purchase in hopes that you’ll one day use…today is the day! These lovely little items are great for keeping a refreshed look, without weighing down your makeup.

Apply either product with a sponge applicator and blend out, or even use your CLEAN little fingertips. To ensure product longevity, blend a colour compatible powder (eye shadow or blush) over top.

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Not meaning to seem like an army sergeant, but there is just so much to cover! Now is the prime time to discuss primers, which are essential for your summer base and a must for all of our daily routines. Stay with me a minute – this one is important!

Primers can be found for all regions of the face, in numerous brands, colours and specifications. If you want to keep your makeup from sliding, a good primer is critical. Facial primers are much like a paint primer, with your face being the canvas that needs preparation. The main purpose of primer is to provide a smooth surface to begin your makeup application, all while maintaining your makeup throughout the day – yes, even in the smoldering sun! Hello summertime perfection!

R E C O M M E N D E D : Primer application is much like applying a moisturizer (a little dab will do you) and keep it gentle, no need to rub in vigorously. Getting specific: take primer to the next level with an eye specific primer, beneficial in keeping away those frustrating creases. Again, apply an eyelid primer with your CLEAN fingertips or applicator, let dry than carry on with your makeup application. Don’t go running around using any old primer with any type of foundation, make the best of it and review your ingredients, likes attract likes. For your water-based foundation find a water-based primer. This will ensure that you are taking full advantage of every step of this new summertime routine!

Finding time to carry through with this no slide summer guide might be a tough one for some – wake up a few minutes early and make the time, and find relief from those terrible afternoon oily woes.

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ROSÉ:

Summer Sipping

by Stuart Brown | wine columnist

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very year, just as the weather starts to warm and the flowers start to bloom, we get a glimpse of the latest release of Rosé wines. I enjoy Rosés all year round – not just for patios and hot, sunny days – although they are fantastic there as well. Not only can Rosés be enjoyed during any season, with all of the varieties of Rosés, they can also be enjoyed with a plethora of foods and, perhaps, some guidance is needed for those of us who want to know a little more...

Rosé, or Rosado in Portugal, Spain and Spanish speaking countries or Rosato in Italy, is a type of wine that incorporates some colour from the grape skins it is made from, but not enough to consider it a red wine. Depending on the method they are made and the grape varieties they are made from, Rosés can vary in colour from light pink or light orange, to darker, fuller pinks and salmon colours.

Any grape variety can be used to make Rosé, but the most popular dry Rosés are made with Pinot Noir, Grenache, Syrah, Tempranillo, Sangiovese, Mourvedre, Carignan, Cinsault, Cabernet Franc and Gamay Noir, while most of the sweeter, fruitier types are made with Zinfandel (White Zinfandel), Merlot (White Merlot) and Moscato.

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STUART BROWN Stuart Brown is a sought after certified Sommelier who also serves as Vice Council Gastronomique for the Victoria Bailliage of La Chaine de Rotisseurs. Formerly the Sommelier at Bear Mountain Resort, Stuart now represents the wines of People, Place & Time with The Trialto Wine Group, and is an instructor for the International Sommelier Guild on Vancouver Island.

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The colour in Rosés, as in red wine, typically comes from the length of time the skins of the grapes stay on during the wine-making process (technically, the process of maceration). With most Rosé wines, the skins only have contact for a few hours, which is what provides the nice colour to the wine along with other advantages, such as tannin and complexity of flavour.

Another method of making Rosé is called the Saignée method. These Rosés are longer lasting, savoury and tend to have more depth and character. During the fermentation of a red wine, approximately 10% of the juice is bled off. This process leaves a higher ratio of skin contact with the remaining juice, making the resulting red wine rich and bolder. The wine that is bled off or “Saignée” is fermented into a Rosé wine - what a fantastic by-product of red winemaking!

Some of the greatest examples of Rosé are found in the “Old World” of France, Italy and Spain.

In France, famous Rosés from Provence (Bandol), Languedoc-Roussillon and Southern Rhone valley (Tavel and Lirac) are often enjoyed with many of the regional Mediterranean dishes like garlic aioli sauces and tangy bouillabaisse seafood stews. Other great examples are French Rosés from Champagne (Blanc de Noirs made with Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier), and Rosés from the Loire Valley made from Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc (Sancerre and Chinon).

In Italy, we see Rosato from Veneto made from Pinot Grigio (Ramato), from Abruzzo made from Montepulciano (Cerasulo or Cherry Red), some fairly gutsy examples from Calabria, Apulia, and Sicily in the south, and some sweet Rosato from Tuscany made from Trebbiano and Sangiovese (Occhio di Pernice).

Some great Spanish Rosés come from regions like Navarra, Rioja, Yecla and Cigales where we see the fabulous Rosados made from Garnacha, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carignan. And remember the travelling rules of food and wine pairings, local dishes almost always pair well with local wines... the locals have been enjoying them that way for centuries.

There is nothing like quaffing back a Spanish Rosado while enjoying seafood tapas on the Catalan coast of Spain.

Rosés are more than meets the eye; they are serious wines that deserve to be enjoyed yearround with all different varieties of food. Get out, enjoy and challenge those assumptions you may have about pink wine.

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C A N N E S F I L M F E S I T VA L The International Film Festival was created on the initiative of Jean Zay, Minister for Education and Fine Arts, who was keen to establish an international cultural event in France to rival the Venice Film Festival. The first edition of the Festival was originally set to be held in Cannes in 1939 under the presidency of Louis Lumière. However, it was not until over a year after the war ended that it finally took place, on September 20, 1946. It was subsequently held every September – except in 1948 and 1950 – and then every May from 1952 onwards.

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