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Ivetta
Ivetta Makarova embodies the moment where beauty and brains meet.
Originally from Moscow, she now lives in between Russia and Barcelona as she makes her way into the fashion and entertainment industry. Philanthropist, Instagram influencer and founder of the LI LAB brand, she is bringing to the table a positive influence. With her platform, she aims to promote a healthy lifestyle, body positivity, sports and more. Inspiring those around her, Makarova has worked hard to get to where she is today.
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In Russia, she was rated as one of "The Most Beautiful Women of Russia" but don't let her good looks fool you! She received an education both in Europe and America where she graduated from the European Business School in the profile of the World Economy, which is part of the international system of European business schools – EBSI (European Business Schools International). She also graduated in Moscow with a masters degree in Jurisprudence, took a course at the Manhattan Institute of Management (New York) and also Moscow Film School in the course of famous actress Ingeborga Dapkunaite.
Ivetta has opened her perspective on the world on many different levels. From a young age, she has always been interested in broadening her horizons and discovering new things: synchronized swimming, tennis and figure skating. Her desire of staying active and indulging in the arts has remained instilled in her and now she finds herself playing hockey, windsurfing and skiing. Paired with her love for activities, the talent beauty also partakes in rally every year. It's safe to say she is a true jack of all trades.
At the moment, Ivetta is developing and launching a platform in fashion indusria. This is a large project that she will present for us soon. Our world is shifting and it's important now more than ever that we all come together. Voices need to be heard, change needs to be made and those with a strong platform are a key asset into getting positive chance going. Whether on a small or large scale, we can all play a part in this change and Ivetta has proven to be part of it. She is a worldly woman who has risen to the top and continues to do so every day. Promoting positivity in what she does, it gives us hope that change and prog-
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About the Illustrator
Antonia is a 23-year-old full-time digital artist and illustrator. She works from home and spends a lot of time on the internet, where she takes most of her inspiration. Mixing color and illustration on top of photography is her way of bringing a bit more joy to life! She has collaborated with Glamour Magazine, Flower Beauty, Ikea, and more! Follow her @af.illustrations or check out her website!
Photographer Amer Mohamad @shootmeamer Lighting Anna Kaganovich @anna_artlight Model Ivetta Makarova @ivettamakarova Stylist Kotkova Mariya @businesskisa Makeup Iva @ivamake Hair Petya Bbogdanov @fashionpierrebog Stylist Assistants Marina Platonycheva @mirrortwin Daria Baltrushevich @dariabal_ Written by Alexandra Bonnet @bonnetalex18