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THE AVENUE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF ASSISTANT EDITOR ART DIRECTOR SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHER STYLING DIRECTOR PR/MARKETING DIRECTOR STYLISTS
PHOTOGRAPHERS
MARKETING ASSOCIATES
GRAPHIC DESIGNERS
WRITERS
Elise Borja Yana Sybiga Julia Le Ian Altamore Christine Kopera Jessica Fortier Ludovica Tronci Michelle Rodriguez Nate Hewes Paul Lawrence Emily Wu Carolyn Davis Jessica Fortier Andrea Barriga Nate Hewes Stephanie Baladi Amanda Slomovitz Rachel Satell Natasha Bonfield Shelby Robin Erin Borst Julia Edgar Jessica Fortier Stephanie Baladi Michelle Rodriguez Catherine Lindsay Andrea Barriga Gina Chu Louise Katzovitz Nate Hewes Ludovica Tronci
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CONTENTS SPRING 2015
p. 21 Real vs. Retouched
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Letter from the Editor A message from Elise
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False Fashion The Rise of Luxury Brand Replicas
The Intern Diaries An interview with Paul Stuart intern, Christine Kopera
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Five Spring Beauty Trends It’s time to swap out the winter makeup!
How to Transition Your Wardrobe Making the move from winter to spring
Three Days of Style Gina Chu shares her season favorites
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The Stylist Edit Trendiest new buys for summer
The Five Best Music Festivals The best spring and summer music festivals in and around Boston
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Interview with Jasmine Chen A girl designing her own style.
Real vs. Retouched Taking a stand against digital manipulation in the fashion industry
Summer Lovin’ Fun looks for spring and summer!
What to Do This Summer Stay busy in Boston!
Hidden Gems A discovery of the hidden secrets of Boston
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR DEAR READERS, Hello and welcome to The Avenue’s fifth magazine issue, Eternal Summer. This issue was inspired by the warm weather and fun events available in Boston all summer long. While our past couple issues have kept a serious tone, we wanted this to be our “fun issue”, mildly inspired by magazines like Teen Vogue and Seventeen. As the weather heats up, Northeastern students are pulling out their spring wardrobes and throwing their Canada Goose parkas into storage. I think it is safe to say we are all fed up with the neverending winter. While many days are still in the 50s and 60s, we cannot help but go tanning on the lifeless grass of the quad and wear clothes that no longer fit thanks to the holidays. We are pretty optimistic (and desperate) here at NEU. As you are browsing through The Avenue’s longest issue, you will find a few articles on Boston’s top spring/summer events, fun beauty trends to try this season and our stylists’ top fashion picks. You will also come across several articles on more serious topics such as the deplorable use of retouching in fashion campaigns and the effects of counterfeit merchandise. While we wanted to keep this issue light and cheerful, we wanted to delve into the issues effecting the fashion industry today. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the creation of this issue. Without the hard work of our writers, stylists, graphic designers and photographers, we would not have such an amazing magazine. We would also like to thank Cynthia Rowley for generously lending us clothing for our articles and photo spread. I hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as our team had producing it. Sincerely, Elise Borja, Editor-in-Chief
Elise Borja
HOW TO
TRANSITION YOUR WINTER WARDROBE INTO SPRING
Although it is hard to believe, especially in the snowy city of Boston, spring is finally here. It is playing a bit hard to get, teasing us with a day’s glimpse of sunshine and a subtle peak in the temperature outside. The transition to spring can be a bit difficult when you cannot simply trade in your snow boots for a pair of flip flops or your parka for a new bikini. Use this article as your guide to achieving a seemingly effortless transition from your winter wardrobe to your spring one. Swap out your heavy winter coat for a light spring jacket, like this field jacket from J.Crew or this leather one from Zara. In the northeast, it is still a bit chilly this time of the year to go without an extra layer of warmth. This brings me to my next tip: layer! The changing seasons can create inconsistent temperatures. Layers can be added or taken off, allowing you to adjust to the temperature and enjoy maximum levels of comfort.
EDCINCH Y R O T FAC CKET FIELD JA T IS A W J. CREW $79.50 CAM
EL W O H&M OL HA T $24 .95
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By Jessica Fortier Photo credit: Andrea Barriga
While it is still a little early to show some skin, it is not too early to start adding cheery prints to your wardrobe. Floral is a stellar go-to spring pattern. I styled my outfit with floral leggings from Cynthia Rowley, but you can add floral elements in other ways. For example, a colorful floral scarf can bring a spring vibe to an outfit. While I am regrettably a big fan of the black color, white can brighten up an outfit and just scream “warm weather.” I added an airy white pullover sweater to bring out the white flowers in my leggings. By matching my outfit with the lighter color in the pattern and making the colors pop, I achieved a more spring-oriented look than I would by sticking to the darker colors in the print. T POR S DED G BON GGIN LEY LE OW R THIA CYN $119
If florals are not your favorite, you can have fun with other prints. This spring, I am a fan of Cynthia Rowley’s line of printed leggings. They are athletic leggings, but you can wear them for casual everyday wear as well. I opted for a bright camouflage printed legging for my second look. Coinciding with this daring pattern, I decided to rock an edgy ensemble with a black leather jacket and bold envelope clutch. I donned black on top, but I added color on the bottom to keep my outfit lively. As the trees start to bloom with color, so should your spring wardrobe. A recent trend is to mix and match different patterns, such as stripes and polka dots, but you can follow this trend in a similar way by pairing unpredictable colors like I did with camo leggings and a red purse.
T R JACKE LEATHE ZARA $279
BONDE D LEGG ING CYNTH IA ROW LEY $119
Now it’s time to talk about accessories. Ditch your beanie and mittens and throw on a brimmed hat or a pair of sunglasses. A hat, much like a bold watch, can quickly pull a look together. As for shoes, it is still too early for sandals, but you can put away your riding boots until next year. A shorter boot is a perfect transition shoe and can even be paired with a sundress when weather permits! As the weather gets warmer, you can shed your layers and slowly transition your boots to sandals. Enjoy colors, have fun with prints and find new accessories to meld into your wardrobe. Towards the beginning of the transition, when spring colors still seem to daring, you can add color through accessories. For example, a black sundress and a jean jacket paired with a bright neon purse is a subtle stretch towards spring. Your wardrobe transition should happen naturally, much like spring’s blooming flowers. Don’t jump from your parka to shorts and a tank top. Start slowly incorporating lighter pieces that spice up your winter garb and you will enjoy a flawless spring transition.
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BEST MUSIC FESTIVALS
IN & AROUND BOSTON BY MICHELLE RODRIGUEZ
GOVERNORS BALL
Taking place in the Big Apple, Governors Ball is a three-day festival, happening from June 5th to June 7th. The venue is on Randall’s Island, a 10to-15 minute train ride or ferry away. This year’s lineup consists of everyone from Lana Del Rey to The Black Keys. The cost for a three-day pass is $300 and $135 for a single day. New York is swamped with music lovers and festival goers, as hundreds of people go to this festival every year.
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BOSTON CALLING
One of the biggest music festivals in New England, Boston Calling is famous for its lineup as well as their food. This year’s lineup includes: Marina and the Diamonds, Vance Joy, Beck, Tove Lo and many more. This three-day festival is happening May 22nd to May 24th. The two – stage festival is going to be held in the City Hall Plaza. Tickets are already on sale, ranging from $175 to $75. This is a rain or shine event so come prepared with anything from sunscreen to a rain jacket.
GATHERING OF THE VIBES This one is another three day event in Seaside Park, CT. The site has lovely views of the Long Island Sound, as it is located in southern Connecticut.This year lineup includes: Weezer, Billy and the Kids, Ben Harper, The Gaslight Anthem and many more to be announced. This event takes place from July 30th to August 2nd. The price range has yet to be announced. What is different about this festival is that it allows you to actually stay on the site and camp out for the entire span of the event. If music and camping are your thing then this festival is just perfect for you!
STRANGECREEK CAMPOUT This festival is another camping one. Taking place from May 22nd to May 25th, in Greenfield, MA, StrangeCreek Campout is a more familyfriendly event with activities geared towards children and teens. The lineup consists of smaller bands from around New England such as Max Creek, Donna the Buffalo and many more. The price to camp out for the weekend is $126. This festival is more laid-back than the others, but still gives you the opportunity to have tons of fun.
SKATE AND SURF
Held in the famous Asbury Park, NJ is Skate and Surf. THis event takes place just two blocks from the beach on May 16nd and May 17th. This year’s lineup includes bands like The Story So Far, The Wonder Years, The Gaslight Anthem, and many more. The price for a two-day pass is $105 and $60 for a single-day pass. The music of at this festival leans towards punk and rock music, so if that is your cup of tea, look into this event!
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BEAUTY TREN
TO TRY OUT THIS SPR by Stephanie Baladi
As we make the transition into the warmer months, it is time to swap out our vampy winter makeup for something more seasonally appropriate. Dark wine lipsticks are replaced with bright pinks, heavy foundation is traded in for something with a more natural finish and pops of color take the place of a heavy smoky eye. If you need help figuring how to change up your makeup for the next few months, here is a list of the top five beauty trends for the spring and summer. Whether you are headed to a festival, hitting the beach or just exploring the city, you are definitely going to look great doing it!
GRAPHIC LINER The classic cat eye is not going anywhere, but if you want to step your game up, why not try out big, bold graphic liner? It is the feline flick’s edgy older sister. Big dramatic wings will make your eyes the star of the show. For an unexpected twist, try using a colored liner, such as a bright cobalt blue or mint green.
D N A D E R T H G I BR PINK LIPS As the weather gets warmer, the lipsticks start to get brighter. You really can’t go wrong with a bold pink lip. Of course, the classic red lip is always a staple for the summer, but if you want to mix it up, try out a vibrant, orange-based red lipstick.
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Purple eye shadow is going to be everywhere for the next few months. Whether it is used as an intense royal purple all over the lid or just as a light wash of color with a muted mauve, everyone will be able to figure out a way to make this trend work for them.
RING DEWY SKIN There has recently been an uprise in a “no-makeup makeup�, a.k.a. clean beauty. The focus in this makeup style is the skin. Do not pack on high coverage foundation; it is only going to get cakey! Instead, keep your face looking fresh with a tinted moisturizer and only apply it where you need coverage. Once you have created an even base, go in with a liquid or powder highlighter to give your skin that amazing, healthy glow.
METALLIC DETAILS A surefire way to pull your makeup out of the winter is with daring metallic details. To pull of this look, you can use a foiled eye shadow or pigment all over the lid, under the lash line or even in the inner corner for an intense highlight. If shadows are not your thing, grab a metallic or glitter liner and give yourself an eye-catching wing instead.
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NAME: GINA CHU MAJOR: COMMUNICATION STUDIES HER STYLE IN THREE WORDS: CASUAL, FEMININE, MINIMALISTIC Photo Credit: Jessica Fortier
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THREE DAYS OF STYLE
DAY 1: Let’s finally welcome spring in Boston! Today I wore a light yellow top to add a bit of color to my outfit. I paired it with my trusted white pants and nude heels to make the whole outfit look light and bright. In case of the temperature getting low, I also brought an oversized coat with me to keep me warm. To top it all off, I threw on my favorite necklace and a go-to orange handbag. This purse is small and portable just enough to put my phone and wallet in it — perfect for a day out. (Coat: Forever 21, Yellow top: Forever 21, Bottoms: American Eagle, Necklace: Swarovski, Bag: Zara, Shoes: Ruche)
DAY 2: I never thought I could wear a denim skirt in the spring, but with a little bit of layering it turned out to be quite wearable! To add some comfort and warmth, I wore a striped long-sleeve top - it is an essential for transitioning into spring. For the bottoms, I wore an asymmetrical denim skirt, one of my new go-to items. I then chose a pair of black ankle boots to boost my height. To accessorize, I topped the outfit off with a long, copper necklace and Alex and Ani bracelets to complement the rest of the look. (Top: Brandy Melville, Skirt: Brandy Melville, Shoes: Forever 21, Necklace: American Eagle, Bracelets: Alex and Ani)
DAY 3: This outfit is inspired by Parisian street style. I wore a black and white top with a pair of checkered print trousers and to make this look more glam, I threw on a classic diamond statement necklace. I carried my light brown bag to bring a little bit of color to my otherwise monochromatic look and then added a pair of black ankle boots and a navy fedora hat. It is a perfect outfit for a Friday night dinner with friends or just strolling through Newbury Street. (Coat: Forever 21, Top: Express, Bottom: Miss Selfridge, Cardigan: Zara, Shoes: Forever 21, Necklace: small boutique, Bag: Kate Spade, Hat: Urban Outfitters)
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Classic Sweater RALPH LAUREN
Leather Wingtips COLE HAAN
This sweater screams summer. It’s simple and refined, making it a truly timeless piece.
This ornate pair of wingtips is as beautiful to look at as it is comfortable to wear. Wearing these will surely add a touch of sophistication to any summer suit.
$225, available at Bloomingdale’s
$328, available at Cole Haan
Everyday Satchel BURBERRY
This Burberry bag is beautifully proportioned and has an exceptional craftsmanship, which in addition to its color, makes it a fantastic accessory. $2095, available at Burberry
Retro Button-Up STEVEN ALAN
The classic silhouette and retro print provides an easy way to dress up your outfits for the spring. $228, available at Steven Alan
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Paisley Short
CLUB MONACO
This adventurous pair of shorts is a perfect complement to simpler knitwear or linen shirts. $80, available at Club Monaco
MENSWEAR EDITION BY NATE HEWES & PAUL LAWRENCE
Navy Print Shirt
Light Spring Shirt
This navy printed shirt is the perfect way to liven up any look. Whether it’s a day at the beach, or an al fresco lunch on Newbury Street, this piece will work perfectly.
Drawing inspiration from Hawaiian prints, this classic half-mooned collared shirt will keep it light in the spring weather.
CLUB MONACO
ALLSAINTS
$140, available at AllSaints
$90, available at Club Monaco
Derby Shoe
STEVEN ALAN These classic derby shoes give a refreshing update from your winter boots and are a versatile addition to your spring wardrobe. $520, available at Common Projects
Indigo Button-Up VINCE
This top is covered with blue and white rose silhouettes, making what would otherwise be a rather basic shirt, a sophisticated item to add to your summer trousers or shorts. $225, available at Vince
Bomber Jacket ACNE STUDIOS
With the resurgence of the MA-1 jacket, Acne delivers a modern bomber version that provides a perfect outer layer for spring. $620, available at Acne Studios
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Leather Skirt ALLSAINTS
Even in the warmer seasons, leather is a must-have for every fashionista! $360, available at AllSaints
Mesh Coat
FRONT ROW SHOP Stop hiding behind those huge winter coats. This see-through coat will protect you from the light wind without masking the outfit underneath. $76, available at frontrowshop.com
Ankle Strap Sandals
LULU’S
Casual and comfy sandals with an unbeatable price. $21, available at lulus.com
Floral Sleeveless Dress H&M
Knit Crop Top ARITZIA
“Florals? For Spring? Groundbreaking.” Mix it up this year with a loud, bold floral instead of the small florals from grandma’s curtains.
It is crop top season once again, so get a head start this time around with this soft knit top. It is guaranteed to provide at least some warmth for when its not quite yet 70 degrees in the city.
$59.95, available at H&M
$55 available at Artizia
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WOMENSWEAR EDITION BY EMILY WU & CAROLYN DAVIS
Colorful One Piece ROXY
Color block, cut outs, open back... What more could you want in a swimsuit? $78 available at pacsun.com
White Skort ARITZIA
Crisp and clean, this skort will be a staple in any spring wardrobe. $85, available at Artizia
Vesper Sunglasses
QUAY X SHAY MITCHELL
Accessorize with a pair of beachy shades to imitate Shay Mitchell’s laidback look. $59.99, available at quayaustralia.com
Simple Tee MADEWELL
The perfect tee to wear anywhere. $31.50, available at Madewell
Knit Dress
NASTY GAL Black, white and all things right. $68.00 available at nastygal.com
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Photo taken by Ludovica Tronci
by Ludovica Tronci
Jasmine Chen, from Hangzhou, China, graduated in December 2014 from Northeastern University with a major in Management and minor in French. She is currently working on a Masters in Project Management at Boston University.
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“I AM NOT A GIRL WHO GREW UP DREAMING OF BEING A FASHION DESIGNER.” “I am a person that does whatever she wants to do. It is more that when I shop, I can’t find exactly what I want. There is always something missing, so I make my own clothes.” M Jasmine never really studied fashion or how to make clothes. “I go to the tailors and I make clothes with them. It is the best way to learn as they make clothes everyday and they have customers with different sizes and requirements.” M Summer 2014 was a turning point in Jasmine’s life. “I had only two classes left to graduate but I was not ready to finish everything so I took the whole summer off. Then I got bored and I started thinking that maybe I could have done something.” It was in the middle of a summer night that Jasmine decided it was time to take on a great challenge. “I called my mom and I told her, ‘I want to make my own designs!’ She was really supportive, so I flew back home and I started working on my project.” M And believe it or not, Carrie Bradshaw needs to be given some credits too. Last summer was also the summer that Jasmine started watching the most fashionable TV show of all time and decided to get inspired by it. “I was living with three guys as roommates and, you know how it is, they kept making fun of me because I was watching Sex and the City. But that show is from the 1990s and still now I love all their clothes and that is how I came up with the idea that fashion doesn’t go out of style.”
M Jasmine always wanted her wardrobe to last more than a season. This is why she aims for simplicity but makes sure that in her clothes there is always that detail that gives an unique touch to everything she makes. “I always believed that a simple design lasts longer and you can wear it anytime. I also believe that identity shapes appearances and appearances build up identity. And your personality should not go out of style after a week.” M Her aiming brand is Club Monaco right because of the simplicity of its design and her favorite designer is Oscar de la Renta. But it is from her style itself that Jasmine takes the greatest inspiration. “Everything I design is pretty much my style. Sometimes people ask you where you bought your clothes from and if you really spend time for your look you get said it a lot. What I like about what I do is that I can show what my style is and when people love it, well…that makes me really happy.” M Jasmine’s clothes also have different labels as she gets inspiration from the places she travels to. “If I travel and I get inspired by the local culture then I write where that piece of design comes from. I like travelling a lot and I put a lot of my personality in my design so I put the location of where I travel in my design too. Instead of being a fashion brand, this is who I am. I know it is not always easy to make what you like to do your job but I hope I can inspire people to not be afraid to do what they want. It will be
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THE BOSTON DRESS: JASMINE’S VERY FIRST DRESS AND HER FAVORITE OUT OF ALL HER DESIGNS.
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hard in the beginning, but after the first step you will find a way and if you love what you do you will feel encouraged.” M However, as for every job in this world, there is always a downside. The fashion market is highly competitive and you constantly have to be ready to step up your game and take new challenges. “Being a designer is really tiring. Fashion is not like tech where you spend a lot of time working on a project but once it is launched it stays on the market for a long time. With fashion you have to come up with new stuff all the time and they have to match with the new season. That is the hardest part.” M When asked what she would suggest to anyone who wants to go into design, she answered: “to have a plan.” Fashion is not only about connections, as someone might think. “My mum knows people who have factories and she referred me to some of them but it never worked out because when you know someone, it is hard to work with them. But then I found a small business, made of four to five tailors and it really worked out well as I make my clothes in small quantity and they can really finish all my stuff in a week. I tried a lot of suppliers and I ended up with one specific team. But it was really hard.” M Right now Jasmine has 30 to 40 different designs. According to her, her previous work took inspiration from what she designed for herself and the pieces did not really follow a common theme. But her new collection is really different. “I released it two weeks ago and I am going more towards a theme oriented fashion. My designs are mainly black and white and mostly in silk.” MHer favorite quote about fashion? You are what you wear. “It is my slogan.” m
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D E H C RETOU TAKING A STAND AGAINST DIGITAL MANIPULATION IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY by Julia Edgar
he fashion industry’s heavyhanded use of digital manipulation software has been under intense criticism from the public for years. Retouching software programs like Photoshop, Lightroom and iPhoto have become staples for many professional photographers, as they can make celebrities and models appear thinner, blemish free, toned and more radiant with the click of a button. While digital manipulation has been controversial for a long time, many fear that the retouched images of thin, seemingly flawless women that saturate
the pages of Vogue perpetuate an unhealthy body image to young, impressionable girls. MA recent Sydney Morning Herald article titled, “Photoshop Shock,” revealed the drastic extent to which magazine editors and creative directors go to digitally manipulate and “perfect” images. An anonymous, fashion industry insider told The Sydney Morning Herald, ““I would say they’re probably obsessed more with weight. ‘Can you tuck her arm in a little bit?’ And the arm is fine but they want it thinner. Thighs: thinner. Hips: thinner. That’s pretty much the norm.’” When
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asked how much weight he is typically advised to take off an actress/model’s figure, he responded, “’I would say 10, 20 pounds, at least.’” MDespite the pressure this insider receives from magazine editors and publicists to retouch celebrity photographs, he states that he would never distort someone’s trademark looks. “’I would never alter someone’s looks. I won’t shorten Barbra Streisand’s nose. I will not do things that are uncommon to a person’s looks,’” he said, “’It’s something that should change; I don’t think it’s a healthy atmosphere for a
young woman to be a model right now.’” MThe prevalence of digital manipulation in the industry seems to be influencing big-time fashion bloggers to do the same retouching of their photos. Blogger Danielle Bernstein of WeWoreWhat has been publicly called out for her excessive, albeit poor, Photoshop skills. In the images to the right, both Danielle and Kristina Bazan of Kayture have visibly altered the background of their photos to make their legs appear thinner, and in turn, have distorted their kneecaps and backdrops. What is even
, D N A T, A H T E K LI K O LO I DO NOT E IR S E D ’T N O D I , LY T N TA R MORE IMPO TO LOOK LIKE THAT.
Photos courtesy of BUQuad, Mademoiselle, Tumblr, ThumbPress, Lela London
more disheartening than the shameless use of Photoshop on Instagram are the hundreds of comments these bloggers receive daily from young girls exclaiming, “OMG you have an amazing body!” If only they knew the amount of time and effort that bloggers put into manipulating every inch of their looks before hitting “Share”, perhaps young girls would feel less obligated to diet and workout excessively in an effort to meet unrealistic beauty ideals set forth by the industry. MMany celebrities have famously spoken out against the excessive, unconsented use of Photoshop in their photographs. Arguably one of the most famous cases of celebrities advocating against digital manipulation was Kate Winslet’s British GQ cover in 2003. Kate, a positive-
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BEFORE & AFTER body-image advocate, was reportedly outraged upon seeing that several inches of her legs were shaved off. “I actually have a Polaroid that the photographer gave me on the day of the shoot… I can tell you they’ve reduced the size of my legs by about a third,” Kate told the BBC at the time. “The retouching is excessive. I do not look like that, and, more importantly, I don’t desire to look like that.” MI believe the abuse of digital manipulation in the industry stems from unrealistic beauty ideals in society. Until we advocate for healthier lifestyles and alter what we deem “beautiful”, editors and photographers will continue to retouch photos. A few fashion magazines like Verily have already taken action by refusing to use digital manipulation software. Verily editor-in-chief, Kara Eschbach, said, “We don’t use Photoshop to alter the face or body structure of our models and we don’t only use really small models; we try to show a really wide variety of women and body types and ethnicities, things that really show the diverse beauty of women.” Amen, sister.
Jennifer Lawrence
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FALSE FASHION: THE RISE OF LUXURY BRAND REPLICAS By Louise Katzovitz
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trolling around the bustling streets of Manhattan, I have been heckled by many to purchase everything from purses to scarves. I have often found myself among copious handbags, all allegedly from top fashion houses like Prada, Fendi and Chanel. When purchasing from these vendors, something is always a little off—the stitching is poorly done, the logo is not quite right and the material is usually mediocre at best. These, as you know, are knockoffs. Knockoffs have become a unique part of the fashion and retail industry. These products can range vastly from “designer influenced” to blatant stealing. Unfortunately, many are getting away with replicating designer handbags, regardless of where they fall on this spectrum. Many governments deem clothing as “utilitarian,” a commodity designed solely for cover and protection. Currently, there is no legal safety net in the United States for fashion designers and their work. The Innovative Design Protection Act of 2012 was a fleeting attempt (lasting less than a year), giving a three-year copyright protection for patterns and prints. In Europe, fashion designers have more legislative Forever 21/ $24.90
Sources: theknockoffeconomy.com, jezebel.com, bustle.com / Photos courtesy of ibtimes.co.uk, forever21.com, shoplesnouvelles.com
protection. The European Union views fashion as an art form and gives designers the rights of individual drawings and designs. Fast-fashion retailers seem to easily find loopholes in the legislation.Trademarks and brands can be copyrighted, but unfortunately, trends and designs change faster than the time it takes to create a patent. Because of these blurred lines, legal battles frequently break out. A large portion of fast-fashion merchandise is purposefully stolen, causing these retailers to welcome lawsuits with open arms. When stores like Forever21 and H&M are caught red-handed for stealing designs, they always end up on top. It is more financially beneficial to steal designs and settle than to create original designs. These companies unashamedly “create” these products every season, always with cheaper materials and a smaller price tag. When placed side by side, the resemblance between the original product and the lower-priced version can be shocking. The idea of copying designs seems quite abhorrent, but when The Knockoff Economy was published in 2012, many changed their opinion on the world of knockoffs and designer-influenced merchandise. Written by experts on intellectual property law, Kal Raustiala and Christopher Sprigman contradict the common perception, explaining that knockoffs “turbo charge” the economy. When a design is created, iterations start popping up, forming new fashion trends. When a trend is exhausted, a new trend needs to take its place. This then forces designers to consistently be designing and innovating, creating the fastpaced industry that we awe and admire.
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This variety of price range, quality and design breeds competition. Without it, large monopolies would control fashion merchandise, offering significantly less options for shoppers. Variety and rivalry gives us a dynamically unique fashion industry that would not be as innovative and cutthroat without iterations, knockoffs and copycats. ETERNAL SUMMER
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As the snow piles dwindle long past their welcome, and springtime ever so idly approaches, only summer resonates on every calendar page. Like so many of us drawn to the city, summer exudes attitude, spunk and the allure of conviction that’s just as timeless and unyielding as exceptional style. 26
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SHIRT: LORD & TAYLOR SHORTS: ZARA
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SHIRT: MARSHALL’S PANTS: GAP
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SHIRT: LORD & TAYLOR JACKET: ZARA SHORTS: NORDSTROM RACK
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SHIRT: MARSHALL’S SKIRT: CYNTHIA ROWLEY
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JUMPSUIT: MICHAEL KORS BATHING SUIT TOP: MARSHALL’S
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THINGS TO DO IN
BOSTON by Andrea Barriga
THIS SUMMER
Boston is a charming city, but it is particularly beautiful in the summer. The flowers are out, the birds are chirping and you cannot help but want to explore every corner of the city. Wondering what adventures can your free spirit have?
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There are no markets in the winter, but in the summer season we are not only blessed with one but three! SoWa Market, located on 540 Harrison Avenue, is a must-see for all Bostonians. There are three parts of this South End market: the delicious food trucks, an organic food market and an amazing art market. Sowa Sunday, as many like to call it, is open from May 3rd to October 25th every year from 11am to 4pm on Sundays. The Cambridge Open Market, located in the Plaza at Harvard University, offers an assortment of handmade art, specialty food, food trucks and fair trade imports every Friday. It will give you a great excuse to go to Cambridge as well as meet other college students. Last but not least, Greenway Market, located along the Wharf District Parks on the Rose Kennedy Greenway in downtown Boston is opened from May 2nd through October 10th from 11am to 5 pm every Saturday. This lively market features talented artists, crafters, independent designers and, of course, food trucks!
Boston Calling Music Festival, occurring every summer and fall, is a weekend of amazing artists and bands. This year the festival will take place from May 22nd to the 23rd in City Hall Plaza. Some bands or artists that will be featured are Tame Impala, Beck, Marina and the Diamonds, Tove Lo, Vance Joy, Tenacious D and so many more! The price varies depending on the day or whether you want to go all three days. A three-day pass is $175 dollars while single-day Friday passes are $50 and single-day Saturday/Sunday passes are $75. It is an amazing experience and it is even better if you go with your group of friends!
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You can do anything from grabbing lunch at a café on Newbury Street to going to a free summer outdoor movie series.
The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, located on 25 Evans Way, is a very unique museum that is famous for not only for good art, but also for their beautiful garden. The Institute of Contemporary Art, located at 100 Northern Avenue in the waterfront, is an up-and-coming museum and is free every Thursday from 5pm to 9pm.
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You can plan your weekend to be full of markets, but if you want to take a break from them, you can tan along the Charles River in the many docks available. This will get you in the mood for the annual 4th of July celebration as they shoot off fireworks along the Charles River starting around 10:30pm right after the free Boston Pop concert in the Hatch Shell that begins at 8:30pm. Needless to say that arriving early is essential! As July starts to creep in and the heat starts getting to you, you can head on over to the Colonnade Hotel and take advantage of the newly renovated rooftop pool opening on May 29th. You may be charged for the day but it will be a nice break and it is also close to Northeastern University. Tip: If you go from 5pm to 11pm, you can get in for free.
On Sunday, August 2nd, The 4th annual Boston Seafood Festival will be at 212 Northern Avenue. This event will not only give you a taste of delicious seafood, but also a nice day outdoors The average ticket price is $10. To say the least, there is a lot to do in Boston in the summer. In addition to what we listed, you can do everything from grabbing lunch at a café on Newbury Street to going to the free summer outdoor movie series. Therefore, don’t be afraid to explore, take risks and, most importantly, enjoy summer!
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THE INTERN DIARIES:
Christine Kopera
Interviewed by Elise Borja
Intern to Assistant Buyer of Men’s Furnishings at Paul Stuart Elise Borja: What was your official title as an intern for Paul Stuart? Christine Kopera: I was a full-time intern for the Assistant Buyer of Men’s Furnishings, meaning everything but suits. EB: Could you tell us more about your position and your daily tasks? CK: I never really had daily tasks. I would show up each morning and help out whoever needed assistance. A lot of it was purchase orders, returning samples to vendors, sales analysis, choosing colors for new basics… It was really was just what was asked of me at the end of the day. EB: What were some of the main things you learned as an intern in menswear? CK: I didn’t have any experience before this internship, so I did not know much about the buying process. I knew you obviously bought things and sold them again, but I didn’t know what it takes to get something that is an original piece that was exclusive to us, since Paul Stuart is a private label. There was a large door-todoor process of sending samples back to the manufacturer, decided which colors we wanted, how many of them we wanted, and finally having those pieces on the [sales] floor. In regards to menswear, I learned all about the types of collars, types of shirts, cuffs, etc. There are a lot of rules to menswear, and especially at a place like Paul 42
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Paul Stuart New York
Stuart, there are a lot of pieces that a man wears at one time. EB: Do you see yourself working in menswear in the future? CK: I would love to work in menswear in the future. My dad, even now, is one of very few dads I know who still wears a suit everyday, so he has given me a strong representation of menswear. Also, since menswear is so different from womenswear--the fit is much more important and you can tell when something is off--I really enjoy that aspect. It’s a lot more fun to dress men than it is to dress women. EB: Did you have a typical intern experience? Were you sent on coffee runs? CK: Not at all. I did not get coffee once unless I was going out for myself and I offered to pick up something for somebody else. They never took advantage of the fact that I was just an intern, so I never really did the mundane tasks that a lot interns do. EB: Sounds like it was an amazing experience! A lot of people find it a bit hard to accept internships or co-ops that are unpaid. What is your take on unpaid internship experience?
CK: At Paul Stuart, I felt like I was paid in laughs. Honestly, I had so much fun working there that the money did not really matter to me. I went into this job, which I am pretty sure was given to me on a whim, with no experience. Now that I have experience and can contribute more than I could before, it increases my worth and can warrant pay at a future internship or job. EB: What is the coolest moments of your internship? CK: I ran into Jerry Springer, literally. I heard he was outside and freaked out; he was the famous person I had seen there. I took a lap on the sales floor to see where he was, and while I was running, I had slammed into him. It was pretty embarrassing but he was very nice about it. I just apologized, brushed it off and walked away. EB: Do you have any ideas of what you want to do after graduation? CK: After going to trade shows with Paul Stuart, including larger ones like Market, I began to like the idea of going somewhere private label or working for a manufacturer. Also, after working in catalogues, I began to like the idea of mens editorial. I would love to work for a magazine like GQ. ETERNAL SUMMER
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HIDDEN GEMS
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Five Horses Tavern, which opened in August 2013, offers craft beers from around the world and locally-sourced, modern American comfort food. Relatively new to the neighborhood, this restaurant features a renovated, pub-inspired dining room and bar, with a modern outdoor patio.
Owner Dylan Welsh opened this second location after the success of his original Five Horses Tavern in Somerville, MA. Both locations are very casual and draw vibes from the surrounding neighborhood. The South End location serves 40 rotating draft beers and over 80 bottles of specialty craft beer from around the world. Their menu is based on serving fresh, local and modern comfort food that pairs well with the consumption of malted beverages.
Vegetarian options are also available, paired with tasty sauces and sides. Their soups and salads section offers the very popular “Pea Diddy Salad”, made with avocado, basil puree, mozzarella, mesclun, English peas and sherry vinaigrette, as well as other original choices. The menu also includes three different types of wings, made in one of three . styles: spicy, Korean or honey mustard.
“I WANT CUSTOMERS TO FEEL LIKE THEY’RE IN MY LIVING ROOM EVERY NIGHT OF THE WEEK ”
With a price cap of $20 on all menu items, Welsh hoped to capture people once or twice a week instead of once or twice a month. He has succeeded in making the restaurant popular with South End residents, many of which are regulars, according to a server. “I tell the staff that I want customers to feel like they’re in my living room every night of the week,” Welsh said in an interview. The eclectic menu reflects the diverse range of tastes deriving from the worldly theme of the eatery. The starters offer a wide variety of choices, from an original plate of Brussels sprouts served with pork belly, pickled apples, shiitake mushrooms and a fish sauce vinaigrette, to the staple dish of buttermilk fried chicken tenders, served with two different sauces.
Perhaps the most interesting part of the menu is the tacos. A patron can chose to have one, two or three tacos from the list, mixing and matching. The pork belly and short rib tacos are ordered most often. The entrees selection ranges from classic mac and cheese to Kentucky fried cornish game hen, or K.F.C.G.H., as it is called in the menu. The restaurant also serves original pizza recipes, with the Mr. Potato Head pizza leading the list as clients’ favorite. This invention contains pepper-crusted bacon, corn, ground pork, cheddar and Yukon gold potatoes. A long list of sandwiches ends this menu on a varied note. From the tavern burger to the beef of burden sandwich, there is something for everyone, which seems to be a recurring theme. BY CATHERINE LINDSAY
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As a resident of Boston for a few years now, I have never found the Theatre District / Downtown Crossing area to be a very welcoming place. The intersecting avenues and meandering sidewalks seem to run adjacent to many glassy and cold facades, which is a real pity given the high concentration of people in the area at any given time. From a distance, Millennium Place appears to just be a continuation of the overwhelming aura presented by the surroundings. Keep walking along and you will see the modern powder blue awning protruding above the Parisian chair furnished patio, which becomes ever more charming as you approach.
CAFFÉ WHAT: NERO COFFE E WHERE : 560 W SHOP & BAK ERY ASHIN WHEN GTON : 7:00 STR A.M. TO 9:30 P. EET M. You step inside and it’s a Disneyland! It feels as if you have stepped into the library of Highclere Castle, only instead of the Crawleys at home, there are students, business people and leisure seekers. Be warned - it is not the kind of place you rush in and out of in a desperation for caffeine. You can do that, but you will miss the experience of truly seeing the place. Somewhere along in the usually short line you are greeted by an attentive and genuine barista behind the counter. As soon as you make eye contact, you become their priority. They will cater to you, and you alone. From taking your order, all the way to ringing it up at the very end of the counter, one person takes care of you. This makes for an experience that is very personable, nothing feels rushed, pressured or insincere.
While waiting, you can only feel that it is your obligation to add one of the many pastries and delicacies to your order to effectively complete this portion of the experience. It really doesn’t matter what you choose to order, as almost every beverage is on point, along with the non-drinkable offerings. Take notice however, if you’ve been corrupted by American coffee culture, the sizes will come across as being rather small, but you probably didn’t need that gallon of coffee anyway. Moving forward, drink in one hand, food in the other, you have a fair selection of nostalgic
places to sit and take in the ambience of the cafe and have your moment of making love to your beverage of choice. Sip, enjoy, ponder and repeat. The cafe has a decidedly European feel to it; technically it is a British chain, having recently arrived from across the pond. Whether you choose to savor inside or out, your time at Nero takes you out of the dreary surrounding area and into a world where you can slow down, take a breath and enjoy. Whether you go for 15 minutes or a whole afternoon, Nero will be the coffee shop you feel at home in and you will be going back to. BY NATE HEWES
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