Vol 2: No 11 | December 2016 (Stay Warm) SALYSÉ Magazine

SALYSÉ Volume 2: Number 11

STAY WARM MEET Photographer Aliona Kuznetsova & Fashion Stylist Sodgerel Yadamtsoo Seuret CONTRIBUTORS

Eva and Jean-Marc Bruchez Alexia Diaz Yuliya Dorofeeva Zoljargal Enkhbold Elly Johnson Xingni Kilby Aliona Kuznetsova Michele Taras Jerome Tayao Brande Wilkerson Alexis Zernescu

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SALYSÉ Volume 2: Number 10

Fall/Winter Fashion

December 2016

MEET Photographer Tiffany King & Fashion Designer Karissa Lindsay A Leap of Style

CONTRIBUTORS

Maya Darasaw Yuliya Dorofeeva Zoljargal Enkhbold Arsenii Gerasymenko Talia Green Elly Johnson Xingni Kilby Tiffany King Eve Kohler Aliona Kuznetsova MiGel Jerome Tayao Loreal White

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MEET Photographer Elly Johnson & Fashion Designer Aries Milan Kate Kills Pretty

December 2016

THE HOLIDAY ISSUE

CONTRIBUTORS

Fedor Borodin Alexia Diaz Zoljargal Enkhbold Arsenii Gerasymenko Elly Johnson Eve Kohler Anna Kotlova Masha Kushnir Aliona Kuznetsova MiGel Jerome Tayao

SALYSÉ Volume 2: Number 13

CONTRIBUTORS

Fedor Borodin Eva and Jean-Marc Bruchez Maya Darasaw Alexia Diaz Yuliya Dorofeeva Zoljargal Enkhbold Arsenii Gerasymenko Talia Green Elly Johnson Xingni Kilby Tiffany King Eve Kohler Anna Kotlova Masha Kushnir Aliona Kuznetsova MiGel Michele Taras Jerome Tayao Loreal White Brande Wilkerson Alexis Zernescu

Winter 2016

MEET Fashion Illustrator Zoljargal Enkhbold

Letter from the Editor Dear Salysians, Keeping it short and simple this issue.

Happy Holidays & Happy New Year!

As always, I hope you enjoy your escape.

Hugs and Love, Sonya Alyse Lawyer Founder and Editor in Chief, SALYSÉ

MELANGE Photographer: Tiffany King Models: Tayla Barksdale, Karla Chirinos, Xochitl Frazier, and Neshama Glinsky Make Up Artists: Diana Gomez and Angela Miller; Hair Stylists: Gabrielle Henderson and Shakira Ottun Wardrobe Stylist: Jazzlin Raquel; Fashion Designer: Karissa Lindsay | A Leap of Style.

SNOW ANGEL Photographer: Aliona Kuznetsova; Stylist: Sodgerel Yadamtsoo Seuret; Make Up and Hair Artist: Elisabeth PĂŠclard; Model: Sylvia Minkova.

WITHIN A DREAM Photographer: Elly Johnson | LE Inc; Model: Bianca Castronovo; Hair Stylist: Stacey Sochol; Make Up Artist: Olya K Tizer; Clothing Designer: Aries Milan | Kate Kills Pretty; Jewelry Designer: Saint Bohemian; Assistant: Jon Reshard.

FASHION ILLUSTRATION Fashion Illustrator: Zoljargal Enkhbold.

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year -SALYSÉ

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Jumpsuit: Nightwalker; Bra: Rehab; Pasties: Nipztix; Shoes: Privileged; Eyewear: Thom Browne from Specs New York of Old Town Alexandria; Bracelet: Stylist’s Own.

Sparkle Photographer Masha Kushnir Models Ana Kuzma Esther Orel Ira Agency HH Models Model’s Agent Yearit Lazar Hair and Make Up Artist Stylist Katy Taurel Formal Dresses Jacob Douk Wardrobe Trumpeldor Vintage Clothing Jewelry and Accessories Ilona Rubin | Petite Delights Production Katy Taurel Set Design and Production Assistant Nikole Rosenthal

Autumnal Equinox Photographer Xingni Kilby Model Andrea Ventura Fashion Stylist Keri Henderson Makeup Artist Yanick-Nikita Lunford Hair Stylist Latesha Hughes

Fur Coat: Instant Vintage 78; Sweatpants - H&M.

Sweater: Hinge.

Sweater: Leith; Cardigan: Lauren, Ralph Lauren; Scarf: Stylist’s Own; Socks: Stylist’s Own; Booties: Unisa.

Coat: Stylist’s Own; Vest: Chelsea 28; Top: Glamorous; Pants: Disclothsure.

Cape: Instant Vintage 78; Turtleneck: Croft & Barrow; Shorts: Zara; Socks: Stylist’s Own; Boots: Steve Madden.

Fur Vest: Instant Vintage 78; Printed Vest: Hinge; Pants: Instant Vintage 78.

Cape: Instant Vintage 78; Turtleneck: Croft & Barrow; Shorts: Zara; Socks: Stylist’s Own; Boots: Steve Madden.

First Snow Photographer Michele Taras

Model Sydney | Plutino Models Hair Stylist Sasha Kay Make Up Artist Angela Sousa Wardrobe Stylist Sandra Hagen Fashion Designer Vandal Goods House of Knot

Jewelry Designer Karen McFarlane Jewellery

On the Edge of the Rainbow Photographer Dorofeeva Yuliya

Make up and Hair Artist Egor Kartashov Models Kristina Anohina Mikhail Prince Mariya Udina Fashion Designer Yulia Razina Designer Accessories Taya Kravetz

Brazen Bronze Photographer Brande Wilkerson Model Brandie Smith Makeup and Hair Artist Jordan Rogers Designs Victory Vintage Boutique & Design Studio

Gold Crush Photographer and Retoucher Bruchez Photo Model Amandine Nini Make Up and Hair Artist Stylist Elisabeth Péclard

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The Living Doll Photographer & Retoucher Alexis Zernescu Model Ioana Diana Rezmerita Agency MRA Agency Make Up Artist Catrinel Alexandra Ripeanu Hair Stylist Elena Maniga

Dress: Oana Nutu; Shoes: Deichmann.

Blouse: New Yorker; Skirt: Inside by Campus; Socks: Penti; Boots: Koto.

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Dress: Oana Nutu; Shoes: Deichmann; Lollipop: Jumbo.

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Within a Dream Photographer Elly Johnson | LE Inc Models Bianca Castronovo Kat Monet Savannah Smith Hair Stylist Stacey Sochol Make Up Artist Olya K Tizer Clothing Designer Kate Kills Pretty Jewelry Designer Saint Bohemian Assistant Jon Reshard

Meet Photographer Elly Johnson How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

I started by literally, one day deciding to be a photographer. The more I enjoyed learning everything about it, the more I knew that this was something I should keep doing. I wanted to create a type of escapism and a world that I would want to be part of, so I chose photography as my medium and honestly, I would be no where without my fiancé Jon consistently pushing me to be confident, fearless and helping me every step of my way.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Whimsical, unusual…passionate?

What do you enjoy the most about photography?

The thing I enjoy most about photography is being able collaborate with designers and other artists to create visually interesting photographs. I love fashion designers and I’ve been fortunate enough to find some really amazing ones such as, Aries Milan.

What do you not enjoy about photography?

I don’t think I dislike anything about photography. I don’t particularly like packing and cleaning up everything after a long shoot, but its part of the job.

Favorite color?

All shades of purple.

Favorite food/drink?

Anything Thai/Moscow Mule .

What person, living or dead, would you love to photograph?

I can’t choose one. I really tried. There’s so many people I would love to photograph equally and probably people I don’t even know I want to photograph yet. I would love to photograph comedian, Will Ferrell, model/actress Lily Cole and hopefully one day Jon Reshard.

What country would you love to shoot in?

England and New Zealand would be awesome places to shoot in.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

My idea of perfect happiness is being completely happy internally. Having absolutely nothing, but finding joy in just being. When I reach this, this will be my perfect happiness.

Your zodiac sign?

Gemini, but I’m on the cusp so I have a bit of Taurus in me, which make me not as crazy as an actual Gemini. I’m kidding of course haha. I am crazy.

If you could have personally witnessed anything, what would you want to have seen?

The beginning of time What’s your favorite quote?

I actually live by this quote, but I’m not sure who its by: “The most dangerous risk of all- The risk of spending your life not doing what you want on the bet you can buy yourself the freedom to do it later” Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

I’ve always wanted to see the northern lights in Finland and stay in a glass igloo while drinking hot chocolate and listening to some intense star gazing music.

What’s your theme song?

I feel as though this changes frequently, but throughout the years I always find myself repeatedly listening to ‘Creep’ by Radiohead.

If you had the opportunity to meet any photographer, living or dead, who would it be?

Ellen Von Unwerth. She’s such a huge influence on me and I will meet her in the future.

Favorite movie?

Roman Polanski’s “The Ninth Gate” Favorite actor/actress?

Steve Martin Favorite superhero? Why? Dr. Manhattan is my favorite because he can do anything.

He can teleport and he sees the past present and future simultaneously! Not sure I would want to be him…but would definitely want him on my side in any fight.

What is your favorite word? Least favorite?

Favorite word: Magical Least favorite: non-magical What was the last picture you took with your phone?

A photo of two creepy porcelain clowns randomly sent to me in the mail without a return address. I later found out it was my sister who sent them to me. It was terrifying.

Last show you binge-watched?

The Crown Guilty Pleasure?

Cupcakes, baking shows, eating cupcakes while watching baking shows… and occasionally still blasting Brittany Spears “Oops.. I did it again”

Meet Fashion Designer Aries Milan How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

I grew up in Hawaii, but even as a little girl I spent every penny I could save on fashion magazines. After high school, I moved to Europe where I modeled some, but for me it was always about the fashion. I really respond to how beautiful clothes – of any sort – can make you feel beautiful and good about yourself. To me there is a real power in that, and I love helping – women, especially – feel that way.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Loyal, loving, stubborn – pretty much 100% Taurus ☺ What do you enjoy the most about fashion design?

The whole creative process – it is an amazing feeling to take something from an idea in your mind’s eye to a sketch on a piece of paper to a sample - that’s never quite right, lol – to that moment when you see someone try it on in a boutique and their face just lights up. That’s what it’s all about.

What do you not enjoy about fashion design?

Sales. The whole process of making a business out of it can be really draining and trying – but it is a necessary evil. Unfortunately, I can’t give everything I make away for free (though that would be wonderful, wouldn’t it?)

Favorite fabric you ever worked with?

It changes with each season – that’s a great deal of the fun for me. I love finding beautiful fabrics – they often even inspire the clothes, rather than the other way around.

Favorite color?

Aquamarine Favorite food/drink?

Red wine and stinky cheese Last show you binge watched?

“Killing Season” Favorite movie?

“Girl on the Bridge” Vanessa Paradis Favorite actor/actress?

Eva Green, so beautiful and interesting

What person, living or dead, would you love to create a design for? What would it be?

Probably Kate Middleton (though Kate Moss would be a close second – not sure what it is with me and Kates ☺ I think she is just beautiful and classic and a wonderful role model for young women around the world proving you can be pretty and stylish and still respected for who you are and what you do. I would probably put her in one of my floral pantsuits – she seems to mostly wear dresses and I think it would be fun to change that up a little bit ☺

Favorite superhero? Why? Harry Potter – he’s kind of a cheat, I guess, since he’s not really a superhero, per se, but I really love the idea of a “normal” child who hasn’t had it easy finding out he really has all these magical powers and a whole world within and without that he never knew about.

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Well, since most of our kids will be in college by then (or out of it – yikes!) my husband and I have talked about wanting to live abroad again – sort of a nomadic existence – just living in different places for months, rather than years, drawing inspiration from the variety and beauty of the world and experiencing everything life has to offer.

If you could choose anyone, who would you pick as your mentor?

Tom Ford – he’s magic ☺

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Having all my family – especially my children (I have five ☺ all around me, happy, healthy and laughing.

Your zodiac sign?

Taurus What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

Definitely Taurus – my husband is a Taurus, too, and we are inseparable.

What’s your favorite quote?

“You are not a drop in the ocean.

You are the entire ocean and the drop.” - Rumi Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

Private cruise of the Mediterranean – especially the Greek isles. I just adore Santorini, in particular.

Favorite fashion era--20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s or 90s? Why? Yes – sorry, I love them all for their uniqueness and how each successive era seems to build on a previous era without taking from it. It feels like a microcosm for life, to me.

What’s your theme song?

My husband would probably say “Crazy Bitch” by Buckcherry, lol, but for me it’s “Sun is Shining” by Bob Marley. Always makes me think of home.

What is your favorite time of day/ day of the week/month of the year?

Breakfast in bed with strong dark coffee and magazines – remember how amazing I said my husband was ;-) Sunday – family day. We always try to unplug from our busy lives and spend time together doing something fun.

Definitely December – I LOVE Christmas Last book you read?

“Dying to Me” by Anita Moorjani – really amazing story about a woman who had a near death experience, came back, and miraculously healed herself from stage four cancer. Just a really wonderful view of what happens after we die – that it is beautiful and nothing to be afraid of.

Anything else you want the readers to know about you.

Well, I spent most of my childhood living in the remote Waipio Valley on the Big Island with no electricity, no running water, bathing in the stream and about five pieces of clothing to my name. But my sister and I roamed the valley in the most magical of ways. There really are no words to describe what that was like.

Meet Hair Artist/Stylist Stacey Stochol How did you get started?

Tell us a little about yourself.

When I was a little girl, my favorite thing to do was to play with my dolls’ hair. After some unfulfilling office work, I finally made the decision to attend Arrojo Cosmetology School in NYC. After graduating in 2011, I did a 2 year apprenticeship at a top salon in NYC where I had the opportunity to work with and learn from some amazing talent.

Hair Artist or Hair Stylist?

Why? Both actually. For me, being a hair artist involves taking initiative...constantly trying and creating new things, pushing yourself outside your comfort zone.

But other times, as a hair stylist, you have to listen to and respect your client’s wants, even if deep down inside you’re dying to do something else!!

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Curious, hard working, open minded.

What do you enjoy the most about being a Hair Artist/ Stylist?

I love having the opportunity to be creative and make people happy every day. I

Favorite color?

Too many good ones to pick a favorite!

What do you not enjoy?

The back and shoulder pain...lol.

Other than yourself, favorite hair artist/stylist?

Why? I love Sam McKnight. His work is simply amazing. It draws you in and inspires you in every imaginable level.

Favorite food/drink?

BBQ & margaritas!!

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Finding what you love & working on it every day.

Your zodiac sign?

Aquarius What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

Pisces

What product is in your kit that you can not live without?

Oribe Dry Texture Spray Last book you read?

“Quiet” by Susan Cain Guilty Pleasure?

Binge watching tv shows Last show you bingewatched?

“Black Mirror” on Netflix... best social commentary on our current use of technology & where we’ll be in the not to distant future...it’s haunting, disturbing & absolutely riveting!!!

Meet Make Up Artist Olya K Tizer How did you get started?

Tell us a little about yourself.

I had struggled for many years to find my own way to express my creativity and figure out a way to channel it. And it wasn’t until I moved to LA that I discovered makeup artistry through the world of editorial photography and subsequently the film industry. After months and months of soul searching it just hit me one day - this is it! This is what I want to do for the rest of my life. I did lots of research, picked the best school, invested all my money in it and took the risk to pursue this dream of mine.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Imaginative. Intuitive.

Inspired.

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

I’m just taking one day at a time.

What do you enjoy the most about being a MUA? My favorite thing about being a makeup artist is that I never look at it as work. It’s always been playtime to me.

What do you not enjoy about being a MUA? People that don’t brush their teeth.

Other than yourself, favorite make up artist?

Why? Hung Vanngo. He works very clean and evokes a certain subtle and naturally sexy sensibility in his makeup.

Favorite color?

Lavender.

Favorite food/drink?

I can eat Thai green curry and ramen (the good kind) pretty much every single day.

What’s your theme song?

“Something” by The Beatles.

What person, living or dead, would you love to work with?

Norma Jean.

What would you create? Marilyn Monroe.

What’s the best/worst gift you’ve ever given/ received?

A week in The Bahamas was definitely the best birthday gift so far.

Your zodiac sign?

I am a Pisces.

Favorite movie?

“Some Like It Hot”

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

Last spring I spent a week in The Bahamas and it was magical.

Favorite actor/actress?

Rachel McAdams, duh

What make up trend do you love?

Strobing.

Guilty Pleasure?

Pizza at 1am.

What make up trend do you wish would die a slow, painful death?

Instagram makeup.

What product is in your kit that you can not live without?

Isopropyl alcohol.

Last book you read?

“When You Are Engulfed in Flames” by David Sedaris.

Last show you bingewatched?

“Gilmore Girls: A Year in The Life.”

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Perfect happiness to me is absolute self-acceptance.

Meet Model Savannah Smith How did you get started modeling?

Tell us about yourself.

Since I was little, I always wanted to model. I have always loved anything that has to do with the arts: drawing, theatre, singing, dancing, but the one thing that I have wanted to do consistently throughout my life was model.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Determined, caring, curious What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

I love that you get to be a different person when modeling. When I’m modeling I am able to completely separate from myself from who I really am and become a character for the camera

Speak it into existence. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

In 5 years, I see myself graduating from college, getting my masters in business administration, doing photo shoots, recording music, and doing musical theatre in my free time.

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

I would love to travel to Bora Bora because of the tropical atmosphere.

And I’ve always dreamed of going to Hawaii.

“Nothing is impossible, the word itself says, ‘I’m possible’!”

What do you not enjoy about modeling?

Something I don’t enjoy about modeling is the preconceived notion that most models starve themselves and have an unhealthy relationship with their bodies.

Your zodiac sign?

I am a Leo, Lion.

Favorite color?

Baby Blue

What person, living or dead, do you admire the most? Why? I admire my parents the most because of their resilience and strength.

Favorite food?

My mom’s mac and cheese What designer would you love to model/walk for? Why? I would love to model for Chanel, simply because it is classic and it would be an honor.

What photographer would you love to shoot with? Why? I’d love to shoot with Brian Berry because his simplistic clean sleek style is appealing. I also love Rankin, his style is so bold and dramatic. And I’d have to include Lindsey Adler. I love her use of space and color.

What do you do when you are not modeling?

When I’m not modeling, I’m going to school, writing songs, going to dance class, or hanging out with my friends.

Favorite superhero? Why? My favorite superhero is Batman because he lives a lavish lifestyle but doesn’t get cocky.

What’s your favorite quote?

My favorite quote is by Audrey Hepburn “Nothing is impossible, the word itself says, ‘I’m possible’!”.

What is your favorite body part?

My favorite body part is my mind.

Favorite movie?

My favorite movie is “Perks of Being a Wallflower” Favorite actor/actress?

My favorite actor is Johnny Depp and my favorite actress is Audrey Hepburn.

Last book you read?

The last book I read was “Oedipus Rex”

by Sophocles

What’s your theme song?

My theme song is L.O.V.E because its a beautiful song and it was the first song my - Audrey Hepburn mom sang to me and taught me how to sing.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

If I could learn to do anything, it would be to play the harp, because it makes such a pretty sound and you look pretty while doing it!

Guilty Pleasure?

My guilty pleasure is watching endless makeup and cooking videos on Instagram, Youtube and Netflix.

Last show you binge-watched?

The last show I binged on was “Chelsea Handler” on Netflix.

Your idea of “happiness” and/or your idea of “misery”?

My idea of happiness is being surrounded by people that genuinely love me and that I genuinely love.

Meet Model Kat Monet How did you get started modeling?

Tell us about yourself.

I got scouted a lot straight out of high school by numerous photographers in Austin, TX. Despite not having model height, I was able to build a great network of photographers and designers around town and work among them. The majority of my work here in L.A. is in commercial television and commercial print work.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

I would describe myself as chatty, ambitious, and artistic. I love conversation, learning and sharing perspectives, philosophies, and ideas. I’m a huge collaborator. I always want to get in on what all of my friends are doing creatively and involve them in my own projects.

What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

What I enjoy most about modeling is embodying and embracing a brand’s sentiment or attitude. I love the versatility. You’re often another person in front of the camera versus who you are in your personal life.

What do you do when you are not modeling?

When I’m not modeling I’m pursuing my other creative passions and indulging in a lot of hikes, yoga, and physical health obsessed.

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

My five year plan is pretty centered around my music and acting but I always enjoy an occasional shoot and of course collaborating with my friends’ lines and being a part of their passion projects is really fun.

Guilty Pleasure?

My guilty pleasure is movie theatre popcorn (without the butter/I’m a salt girl). I am notorious for going to a theatre for popcorn and only the popcorn and then bringing it with me to whatever I’m doing. It’s like a pitstop!

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

I’ve been traveling a lot recently and I can’t help but wonder if I’ve already experienced my dream vacation.

I took trips to Indonesia, Israel, Tulum, and St. Lucia last summer with friends and they were so dreamy that everyone kept joking that I’d been on several honeymoons. Still, I’m entertaining exploring Iceland’s vast nature and Northern Light views.

It’s at the top of my list for my next vacation.

Last show you binge-watched?

The last show I binge-watched was Ray Donovan. I have never enjoyed shows with so much violence but there is just something about the character drama that keeps you fully invested.

Your zodiac sign?

I’m a Pisces but the rest of my chart is all fire so I’m one part too emotional and the rest all sass.

Your idea of “happiness” and/or your idea of “misery” My idea of happiness is being able to do what I love, making enough money doing it, traveling, and being healthy in mind, body, and spirit. My idea of misery is doing things merely to get by, having toxic relationships, and being in enclosed spaces for any reason other than flying across the world.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

I can’t even choose one thing I’d like to learn to do because I genuinely want to learn to do everything. There isn’t anything that doesn’t interest me enough to want to learn about it. If only we could learn it all!

Last book you read?

The last book I read was “We Wish To Inform You That Tomorrow We Will Be Killed With Our Families”— about the Rwandan Genocide—super light stuff, right?!

Meet Model Bianca Castronovo How did you get started modeling?

Tell us about yourself.

Well, acting is really where my heart is. I started training about 4 years ago in New York City at the incomparable Rob McCaskill Studios and it changed my life. The classes there taught me so much about myself. It was the first time I really had no choice but to be self aware and was allowed to be vulnerable.

Once I started auditioning in New York, modeling work just fell into my lap. I moved to California from New Jersey almost a year ago to pursue a career in Television and Film. I’m almost 22 now, so I try to just stay focused, work hard, and enjoy life.

I have a great time modeling when I can and have been especially enjoying lending my hair to the Deva Curl hair care line. You can find me on their curly hair boxes this Holiday Season in Sephora, Ulta, or DevaCurl.com.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Sarcastic. Loving. Passionate.

What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

Being able to tell a story through an image.

What do you not enjoy about modeling?

How superficial it can feel sometimes.

There is so much more to life than just looking good so when it feels like that’s all that matters at a shoot I get very bored very quickly.

Favorite color?

Red Favorite food?

Dark Chocolate What designer would you love to model/walk for? Why? I would love to wear a Zac Posen gown. His silhouettes are so feminine and classy.

What photographer would you love to shoot with? Why? Terry Richardson. His photos are real and badass.

Speak it into existence. Where do you see yourself in five years?

In five years I will own my own home and be consistently working in films.

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

A month long tour around Europe would be AMAZING. Your zodiac sign?

Capricorn.

Favorite superhero? Why? Superman…always so dreamy.

What person, living or dead, do you admire the most? Why? My Granny. She is the epitome of a strong capable women. She's spontaneous, funny and so full of life. Granny takes no bullshit from anyone. It’s hard for me to keep up with her and I love that.

What's your favorite quote?

"When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me" -Erma Bombeck What's your theme song?

“We’ve Only Just Begun” - The Carpenters What is your favorite body part?

My hands.

What do you do when you are not modeling?

Watch good movies, study my craft, cook, read, and sleep :) Favorite movie?

“The Shawshank Redemption”. More currently “Brooklyn”.

Favorite actor/actress?

I am forever in love with Marilyn Monroe but I have too many current favorites to choose from. Minnie Driver, Hillary Swank, Viola Davis, Imogen Poots, Saoirse Ronan, Logan Lerman, Ezra Miller… I am so attracted to strong women and I really admire the millennial crowd that is around now. They make me so proud to be a young actor. When I watch their work, I feel like I'm rooting for a close friend.

Your idea of "happiness" and/or your idea of "misery"?

Happiness is being with people you love and people who love you, laughing, feeling accomplished/ challenged, and always learning new things. Misery to me is settling for a mediocre life because it was easier than pursuing your passion..and eating bad food.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

Paint or play the piano.

Guilty Pleasure?

Watching a cheesy Rom-Com in bed with a good snack.

Last show you binge-watched?

Gilmore Girls.

Last book you read?

The Alchemist.

Anything else you want the readers to know about you?

You can find all my social media handles and more about me at www.

BiancaCastronovo.com. Thank you so much for reading!

Meet Fashion Illustrator Zoljargal Enkhbold

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How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

When I was in second grade in Russian school, my teacher gave me an encyclopedia book which had a lot of interesting pictures and illustrations. There was a picture of a woman sitting next to a table that truly captured my eyes. Her hair had beautiful ornaments, and she was wearing a long Victorian dress. From that moment, I discovered that I have a passion for costume design and started drawing.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Active, passionate and hungry for new ideas.

Favorite color?

Red. Because it is a strong and vibrant color that commands attention.

Favorite food/drink?

My favorite is Italian beef sandwich from Portillo’s Hot Dog’s. My favorite drink is peach/jasmine iced tea.

What’s your theme song?

I am a big music junkie, so my theme songs are vast. For the last couple of months I’ve been listening to II by Axel Thesleff. I would listen to it right before sketching; it gives a vivid image of my desired sketch and a lot of energy.

“Find what you love and let it kill you.”

What person, living What do you enjoy or dead, would you the most about love to share a meal fashion illustration? with?

The most joyful My husband. He part of creating is the most loving my illustrations is and caring person I when I’m coloring know and he always - Charles Bukowski makes me laugh. my sketches. After completing a rough sketch, I will start painting with Who are your clients? Do you have a watercolor then I mix it with gouache. favorite one?

After mixing the colors on a palette, I work with many different people I then paint the color on paper and such as: designers, bloggers, beauty this is the most satisfying feeling. It brands, fashion photographers, takes a quite long time to paint a commissioners, and models, etc. All whole sketch but the result is always of them are creative, innovative and rewarding to look at. pleasant to work with and I am truly blessed to work with all of them.

What do you not enjoy about fashion illustration?

What is your idea of perfect The least favorite part of illustrating happiness? would have to be messing up a My idea of perfect happiness is being drawing accidentally and having to grateful for what you have today start over. I try as much as possible and enjoying the moment. You never to make my canvas clean during know what will happen tomorrow, coloring, however, since I use so loving and appreciating people water based mediums on occasions surrounding you and each moment is accidents do happen. truly happiness to me.

What item in your studio can you not live without?

My computer. I am a mixed media artist and I like to combine many different techniques; computer comes to be essential in my every day work.

What’s your favorite quote?

“Find what you love and let it kill you.” - Charles Bukowski

Your zodiac sign?

Cancer Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

My dream vacation would be to spend a week in Iceland, living in a glass igloo house, observing beauty of northern lights.

Favorite superhero? Why? I like Hit Girl from Kick Ass. She is a mature little girl with amazing skills acquired through hard work with no actual super power. She should be an inspiration for young girls.

What was the last picture you took with your phone?

The last picture I took with my phone was of my dog. I have a German Shepherd and he is a very adorable and photogenic guy. I like taking his pictures often to remember the happy moments.

Favorite movie?

I have too many favorite movies.

The most favorite movie is Gattaca.

The main character’s passion and sacrifice to achieve his dream has always inspired me to pursue my own dream passionately.

Favorite actor/actress?

I would say Leonardo Di Caprio. I like that he portrays each character in his own way. He makes me believe in his characters.

If you could have personally witnessed anything, what would you want to have seen?

I want to witness people colonizing Mars.

Guilty Pleasure?

Guilty pleasure: Netflix binge watching with Hagen Daaz ice-cream in my hand.

Last show you binge-watched?

The Office.

Last book you read?

Last book I read was Game of Thrones.

Anything else you want the readers to know about you?

Many of my followers probably don’t know that I have a passion for cooking. I didn’t know how to cook until I was 21 or 22. Once I learned how to cook a few recipes, I developed a huge interest in it and now my favorite activities include cooking. I love trying new recipes and trying out different ethnic food.

“My favorite word is love. I say ‘I love you’ to my loved ones as often as possible.

My least favorite word is can’t. I truly believe with hard work and dedication anything is possible.

Discipline and structure are essential part of success no matter what field you are in.”

MELANGE Photographer Tiffany King Models Tayla Barksdale Karla Chirinos William Cole Xochitl Frazier Neshama Glinsky Make Up Artists Diana Gomez Angela Miller Hair Stylists Gabrielle Henderson Shakira Ottun Wardrobe Stylist Jazzlin Raquel Fashion Designer Karissa Lindsay | A Leap of Style

Meet Photographer Tiffany King How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

I got started doing photography 4 years ago by starting off with my own fashion blog whilst attending Baylor. I didn’t want the fashion blog to showcase my style, but to showcase different styles and different faces. So I began recruiting my friends as my models and then slowly people started to reach out to me for portraits, events, weddings etc. I photograph everything except newborns, but fashion photography is and will always be my first love. I’m happiest putting together and shooting an editorial!

What do you enjoy the most about photography?

I enjoy making an idea, inspiration, thought, experience or dream come to life in a photo. I also enjoy capturing people of all race and size because this world is so beautifully diverse. I also enjoy illustrating a visual story.

What do you not enjoy about photography?

Being underestimated about my abilities as a photographer. Especially when you’re sized up by the equipment that you use. And also when people like to downplay the art and think anyone can literally pick up a camera and take a photo.

Your zodiac sign?

I’m an Aquarius and proud of it!

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Caring, Artistic, Unique

Favorite color?

My favorite color at the moment is tied between white, blush pink and light grey but black is most definitely at the top of my list.

Favorite food/drink?

I love pasta, chocolate cake and lemonade!

What person, living or dead, would you love to photograph?

I would love to photograph Coco Rocha. I love how she’s in an entire lane of her own, created by her. She is the queen of posing! The woman can create 20 different poses in just 30 seconds. Not only that, she’ll convey different faces and emotion in each pose. That is a gift and I’d be honored to witness and capture that gift of hers.

What country would you love to shoot in?

I would absolutely love to shoot in Greece or Spain. Italy, Dubai, Switzerland, France and New Zealand are on my list too.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Having peace and complete trust in God without any worry. Being surrounded by the people you love and adore. Also, being successful and being able to share that success with others.

And to also creating opportunities for others.

What’s your favorite quote?

“Grace will take you places that hustling cannot.”

What’s your theme song?

“Run the World (Girls)” by Beyonce

“caring, artistic, unique” Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

My dream vacation is to be able to travel through different countries and stop in each one for a few days.

Those countries would consist of Spain, Italy, Greece, Ireland, New Zealand, Switzerland and Dubai.

If you had the opportunity to meet any photographer, living or dead, who would it be?

Dani Diamond, I love how he captures his subjects so beautifully in such a simple and natural way.

Last show you binge-watched?

Right now I’m binge-watching “Luke Cage”, it’s so good!

Favorite movie?

All the past few Marvel movies, Best Man Holiday, and Divergent.

Favorite actor/actress?

I’m a huge fan of Anne Hathaway, Kerry Washington and Angelina Jolie.

Guilty Pleasure?

Eating cake and ice cream whilst watching Netflix.

Favorite superhero? Why? Captain America. I’m a HUGE Marvel fan. But I guess out of all of the Avengers, I relate to Captain America the most. He’s always trying to do what’s right, he’s never persuaded by darkness. And his level of loyalty is transcending.

What is your favorite word? Least favorite?

My favorite words (I can’t choose just one) ‘love’, ‘art’, ‘no’ (there’s power in saying no), and ‘success’. My least favorite word is ‘failure’.

What was the last picture you took with your phone?

The last photo I took with my phone was a BTS photo of an editorial shoot I recently did. Have to get those BTS shots in!

Last book you read?

Last book I finished listening to on Audible was “Year of Yes” by Shonda Rhimes. She has a charismatic way with words and I find her very inspiring.

If you could have personally witnessed anything, what would you want to have seen?

I would love to have personally witnessed God creating the heavens and the earth. There’s so much beauty in this world that makes you step back and say, wow, God is awesome.

Anything else you want the readers to know about you.

I currently take photos in the Houston area but I really want to travel and network with other creatives in different states and countries! I would love to connect with other models, photographers, etc. on Instagram (@tiffanycouture_) let’s connect!

Meet Make Up Artist Angela Miller How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

Makeup has always been something I had a strong connection to and about 3 years ago I decided it was the career path I wanted to take. I was hired at MAC which helped me helped me improve my skills and introduced me to new opportunities.

What’s your favorite quote?

“To love oneself is the beginning of a life-long romance.”

—Oscar Wilde

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Candid, goofy, and meticulous

What’s your theme song?

“Party” by Beyonce

What do you enjoy the most about being a MUA? What I love most is being able to express my creativity and seeing my work come to life. Especially when doing photoshoots and editorial work, seeing the finished product seems so unreal. It reminds me that this is what I’m supposed to be doing.

What make up trend do you love?

I really love the more natural, bushy eyebrow look.

What do you not enjoy about being a MUA? Cleaning brushes.

What’s the best/worst gift you’ve ever given/received?

Money is always the best gift to give and receive

Other than yourself, favorite make up artist? Why? Pat McGrath, her work is so innovative and stunning.

What product is in your kit that you can not live without?

MAC strobe cream

Favorite color?

Black. It goes with everything.

Favorite movie?

“Clueless”

Favorite food/drink?

Coffee

Favorite actor/actress?

Angelina Jolie

What person, living or dead, would you love to work with? What would you create?

I would have to say Rihanna because her look is so iconic. I would love to create something edgy and striking, just like her style.

Last book you read?

I honestly haven’t read a book since I was in high school, which is terrible.

Speak it into existence. Where do you see yourself in five years?

In 5 years I hope to be travelling all over the world, working with and meeting exciting new people Your zodiac sign?

Leo What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

Probably Libra Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

I would love to visit Barcelona.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Living somewhere beautiful and doing what I love.

What make up trend do you wish would die a slow, painful death?

Obvious contouring/highlighting.

Guilty Pleasure?

Sleeping in very late.

Last show you binge-watched?

“The Walking Dead” Anything else you want the readers to know about you.

I was hesitant to start doing makeup because it wasn’t a traditional career, but it has been the best decision I have ever made. If you’re doing what you love you will always be successful.

Meet Model Karla Chirinos How did you get started modeling? Tell us about yourself.

I started around October of last year, I auditioned for IMTA (International Modeling and Talent Competition), which included a 2 year contract with my local agency.

IMTA was a fun unforgettable experience, not worth the money event but I don’t regret going either. Ever since then I’ve been working on myself and my portfolio in order to get signed with more agencies in the country.

Neal Hamil has helped me. They taught me many things about the modeling world. And I’ve also done my personal research just to be on the safe side. I’ve always had an interest in becoming a model, never thought I could be one, but here we are.

What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

What I enjoy the most about modeling is that I can truly just be myself. It is the only time I feel ever so slightly different from my non-modeling self. It’s another world in my head when it comes to working at an event or being in front of the camera. Besides that I also enjoy working and meeting new people all the time. During photoshoots having to dress up is super fun, and I always get to learn new things from either the photographer, stylist, makeup artist, crew/group-- who ever it may be.

What do you not enjoy about modeling?

What I don’t enjoy about modeling will have to be perhaps having to take care of myself to the fullest, head to toe, inside and out. By that I mean taking care of my skin and eating healthy to maintain my body and shape etc. I don’t mind it honestly, it’s definitely worth it in the end but I just get lazy some days.

Favorite food?

Sopa De Jaiba, it’s a Honduran dish my mom makes, my all time favorite. It’s a crab soup with a few veggies topped off with coconut milk to make it creamy, and with a side of white rice.

What designer would you love to model/walk for? Why I would love to walk for Elie Saab. His designs are out of this world. I love the dresses he makes, they look magical.

I’m impressed with all the shows so far, everything from the hair to the makeup to the jewelry. They flow so effortlessly and glide through like butter.

What do you do when you are not modeling?

When I’m not modeling, I am working at Zara, yes I love fashion. Of course I had to work here, mainly because I get a discount and my coworkers are the bomb.com. Besides that, I hang out with family or friends and just plan out the day with fun activities.

What photographer would you love to shoot with? Why? I’m horrible knowing who’s the best in anything. I don’t spend much time on my phone or computer. I don’t do my research like I should. To this question, I would say anyone with a passion for the art of photography to the point that it touches their soul. I would love to work with that photographer.

Speak it into existence. Where do you see yourself in five years?

Honestly, I don’t know. I never speak of something I have no control over. But I would like to be traveling the world no matter what I become, or achieve in life.

Favorite superhero? Why? Batman because he was able to defeat Superman. Power to the people!

What person, living or dead, do you admire the most?

Why? My mother of course, she came to America when she was 21 and pregnant with me-- all just to give me a better future and a safe place to call my home.

Your idea of “happiness” and/or your idea of “misery”?

This a fact. Happiness comes when you get to live another day. An “idea” of misery will be humans.

What is your favorite body part?

My favorite body part are my legs. Although they need a little work at the moment, I still love them.

Guilty Pleasure? I know I have many! I just can’t think of anything at the moment, innocent ones at least. So I’m gonna go with a sexual one, having sex in a public place without getting caught.

“Happiness comes when you get to live another day. ” What’s your favorite quote?

“In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: It goes on.” Robert Frost Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

I would say the typical stuff, at a beach with crystal clear waters and what not but when I start traveling the world I don’t want it to feel like a vacation. I would rather it feel like I’ve lived there all my life and explore new cities, small towns, country sides, beaches, caves, etc. like a local.

Last show you binge-watched?

I don’t have wifi nor cable at home which I’m okay with, it’s possible people. But my friend does, watched Game of Thrones! King of the North!

Favorite movie?

Favorite movie, hard to pick just one but for now I’ll go with “The Fifth Element.”

Favorite actor/actress?

Ehh I don’t have one What’s your theme song?

“Volare” by Gypsy Kings Your zodiac sign?

Cancer Favorite color?

Aquamarine (Yeah I’m that chick).

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Caring, hopeful and unique.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

I would love to know all the languages in the world, every single one.

Last book you read?

I tried reading it, Harry Potter... I get distracted easily.

Anything else you want the readers to know about you?

I’m a modern hippie with an IG @curlyykarla. And you will hear and see more of me in the near future.

Meet Model Tayla Barksdale How did you get started modeling? Tell us about yourself.

I started modeling by branding myself. I am 18 years old.

Born in Detroit, Michigan and raised in Houston, Texas.

I attend college and model at this point in my life. I’m a very spontaneous, goofy person. I love to see others happy. I live for today, and I don’t believe in wasting time.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Active, Outgoing, Caring.

What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

Becoming something different with different concepts.

What do you not enjoy about modeling?

The time consuming sets that takes 8 hours of your day.

Favorite color?

Pink Favorite food?

Seafood What designer would you love to model/walk for? Why? Chanel. It’s always been a huge dream of mine to model for one of the greatest fashion houses of all time.

What photographer would you love to shoot with? Why? Albert Watson. I love the concepts he creates.

Speak it into existence. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

I see myself on the front page of Vogue magazine.

Becoming one of the youngest, richest entrepreneurs.

Dream vacation you would like to take?

Fiji Islands for a week Your zodiac sign?

Aries Favorite SuperHero? Why? Invisible Girl. She goes unseen.

What person, living or dead, do you admire the most?

Why? Rihanna. She all about her coins.

What’s your favorite quote?

“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.”

What’s your theme song?

Kayne West’s “Stronger” What is your favorite body part?

My Legs.

Favorite Movie?

“Paid in Full” Favorite Actor/Actress?

Denzel Washington/ Angelina Jolie If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

How to fly a plane.

Guilty Pleasure?

Foreign accents.

Last show you binge-watched?

“Criminal Minds” Your idea of “happiness” and/or your idea of “misery”?

My idea of happiness is not having one care in the world My idea of misery is caring too much of what others think.

Meet Make Up Artist Diana Gomez How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

I started winging my eyeliner at the age of 14 years old, after watching my mom do it every day, and then I discovered my passion for doing makeup on others, while I was working as a freelance model. I was always very curious about every product going on my face during different types of photoshoots, and how everything from lighting to wardrobe, was important when creating all the makeup looks. The whole makeup application process was fascinating to me, and I wanted to learn more! I would always ask the makeup artists questions and take mental notes, then practice on friends, eventually working retail at a makeup store to educate myself on different brands, reading books, attending workshops, and assisting other professionals during fashion shows.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Creative, empathetic, and courageous What do you enjoy the most about being a MUA? What I enjoy most about being a MUA, is enhancing everyone’s beauty, and the freedom to create different looks without any rules.

What do you not enjoy about being a MUA? What I don’t enjoy about being an MUA, is the amount of time it takes me to clean and sanitize all of my brushes!

Other than yourself, favorite make up artist? Why? My favorite makeup artist is Kevin James Bennett, because not only is he talented in his craft, he is tremendously knowledgeable, and doesn’t mind sharing everything he knows with everyone else. I truly admire him, his talent, how humble he is, his ethics, and straightforward personality.

Favorite color?

My favorite color is black. Although black is a shade right? Still, I have to go with black.

Favorite food/drink?

My favorite food would have to be Mexican! Spicy Mexican food, and as for my favorite drink, Micheladas because they’re spicy too!

What person, living or dead, would you love to work with? What would you create?

I would love to work with the late but legendary makeup artist Kevyn Aucoin.8a. ) We would recreate many make makeup looks, like the ones in his Face Forward book, where he transformed different celebrities into other celebrities and characters from past years.

Speak it into existence. Where do you see yourself in five years?

Five years from now I see myself possibly creating my own makeup line, and continuing to build myself as an artist, just learning, and continuously sharpening my skills.

What’s your favorite quote?

“Perfection is shallow, unreal, and fatally uninteresting” What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Perfect happiness is being able to do what I love to do whenever I want to, my way!

Your zodiac sign?

I am a Scorpio What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

The zodiac signs I get along with the most are other Scorpios, Cancer, and Sagittarius.

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

My dream vacation would be visiting the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.

What’s your theme song?

I should have a mashup of songs from many genres created to be my theme song, but if I have to pick one I will have to say “Chop Suey” by System of a Down.

What make up trend do you love?

Deep, dark lips from blood red to black.

What make up trend do you wish would die a slow, painful death?

Those faded Instagram eyebrows What’s the best/worst gift you’ve ever given/received?

The worst gift I’ve ever received was a super fake Michael Kors bag. I don’t even like the real ones.

What product is in your kit that you can not live without?

One product in my kit I can’t live without is my Viseart neutral matte eye shadow palette.

Favorite movie?

My favorite movie is “Edward Scissorhands,” or any movie by Tim Burton really.

Favorite actor/actress?

My most favorite actress is Wynona Ryder.

Last book you read?

The last book I finished reading was “Life, Love, Laughter”

by Osho.

Guilty Pleasure?

Tacos are definitely my guilty pleasure!

Last show you binge-watched?

The last show I binge watched was “RuPaul’s Drag Race”.

Anything else you want the readers to know about you?

I’m addicted to spray painting things gold.

Meet Hair Artist Shakira Ottun How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

I started doing my own hair when I was 10 years old out of necessity. I remember the day like it was yesterday, my mom slaved all night to put braids in my hair. The following day on the bus my classmates were making fun of the hairstyle she did for me. I got so upset and started taking the braids out that took my mom forever to do.

When I got home my dad was so upset. He said I was so ungrateful & decided to cut all my hair off that night.

Yep, he took his clippers and shaved my hair all the way down. I was devastated! As my hair grew I was forced to figure out styles to do on my hair so I didn’t look like a boy. Ever since then I was obsessed with trying out different styles on my head and people would always compliment as I got older and asked “who did it?”. From there I started to do hair for my family, friends and more.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Determined, Bold, Focused Hair Artist or Hair Stylist? Why? Hair Artist definitely. I look at hair as my canvas and anything can be created from it if proper attention and detail is put into it.

What do you enjoy the most about being a Hair Artist?

I enjoy my clients’ reaction to when they see the finished style. Love hearing the positive feedback.

What’s your favorite quote?

Going beyond caring.

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

Australia What’s your theme song?

Don’t have one.

What hair trend do you love?

Crochet braids!

What hair trend do you wish would die a slow, painful death?

Invisible part (weave) What’s the best/worst gift you’ve ever given/received?

Best Gift Given: I’ve given a lot of gifts lol Best Gift received: My two babies! My son Luke and my daughter Honora Worst gift given: Don’t think I’ve given a bad gift.

Worst gift received: hmm. Not sure What product is in your kit that you can not live without?

I guess my comb. lol Favorite movie?

“Save the Last Dance”

Favorite color?

Purple

Favorite actor/actress?

Julia Stiles & Scarlett Johansson

Favorite food/drink?

Potatoes (fries, mashed potatoes, baked potatoes), and sweet tea.

What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever done?

Coping with my parent’s divorce.

What person, living or dead, would you love to work with? What would you do?

Would love to work with Mark Zuckerberg to create an app.

Speak it into existence. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

A successful business owner and a loving wife and mother. I desire to eventually create my own hair products and crochet hair. Also, I want to own a full scale “home” service salon.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Being able to continually pursue righteousness in my walk with Christ.

Your zodiac sign?

Virgo

Guilty Pleasure?

Blue Bells two step ice cream (has cookie dough & Oreos yum) Last show you binge-watched?

“Bachelor in Paradise” Anything else you want the readers to know about you?

Check out my IG to see more of my work! @tee_tresses

“I love the end product more than the process – that’s in most things.

I get the most joy from seeing my customers wearing their new pieces. It’s the best feeling.”

-Karissa Lindsay A Leap of Style

Meet Model William Cole How did you get started modeling?

Tell us about yourself.

When I first began working in the media industry I was a freelance actor doing small jobs like internet commercials and student films.

Around April of 2016 I began looking for representation. Because of a recommendation from a friend I went to Neal Hamil Agency, there I was signed for Acting and Modeling and I have been officially a Neal Hamil Model and Actor since June of 2016.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Encouraging - Passionate - Confident What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

I enjoy the art of being able to express myself through different characters in just one photo. A photo that can speak a thousand words without saying a sound. I used to think I wanted to be a photographer, but it turns out I like to be in front of the camera way more than I like being behind it.

What do you not enjoy about modeling?

Not to be cliche or anything, but I honestly enjoy every part of modeling. The cut-throat aura of it all is exhilarating and makes me want to work harder to reach my goals of becoming a successful fashion model walking in fashion weeks everywhere.

Favorite color?

Blue Favorite food?

Italian Food What designer would you love to model/walk for? Why? The designer that I would most love to walk for would be Alexander Wang.

I’m always stunned by his work and the way he expresses himself through his fashion.

What’s your favorite quote?

I have many favorite quotes but the one that has always stuck with me is, “Hard work beats talent, when talent doesnt work hard.”

What photographer would you love to shoot with? Why? The photographer I would love to shoot with would be the late Bill Cunningham because he transformed the fashion industry into his own image and created art that no one can duplicate.

He truly had a god given gift with an eye made for a lense.

Speak it into existence. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

In the next 5 years I plan to move to New York City to pursue my modeling career. I’d like to receive my masters in Drama and Film Performance and once my modeling days are behind me, I’d like to continue my career in the media industry by becoming a working actor in LA. Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

Italy, always Italy. I’ve been there and would go back as much as I can. I would eventually like to move there for fashion and modeling.

Your zodiac sign?

Aries Favorite superhero? Why? I do not have a favorite superhero, I have many superheros. But my favorite group of superheros would be the Avengers.

What person, living or dead, do you admire the most? Why? The person that I admire most in life is my father. Even though we have our ups and downs, i still see him as the amazing business man and outstanding and loyal husband and father.

What’s your theme song?

“Youth” by Troye Sivan What is your favorite body part?

My favorite body part is my neck. It’s longer than the average neck and it’s something that i used to be very self conscious about but, because of modeling, i’ve learned to see it as an asset, rather than an abnormality. It sets me apart from the average male model.

What do you do when you are not modeling?

Currently, I am a full time college student at Texas A&M University.

I commute often to Houston for modeling jobs, sometimes 2-3 times a week.

Favorite movie?

“The Blind Side” Favorite actor/actress?

My favorite actress is Hayden Panettiere.

Your idea of “happiness” and/or your idea of “misery”?

My idea of happiness is being able to wake up every morning and not having to say, “What if?” My goal in life is to have no regrets. My idea of misery is becoming a complacent individual in the sea of normal people in this world who never accomplished anything in their life.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

If I could learn to do anything, I would learn how to master the art of playing the guitar.

Guilty Pleasure?

Jamming out to Dixie Chicks in the car on my way to and from Houston.

Last show you binge-watched?

American Horror Story Hotel Last book you read?

“The Compound Effect” Anything else you want the readers to know about you?

I want to leave readers with some knowledge that I have recently gained in the past year. In January of 2016 I was kicked out my house due to my sexual orientation. I thought my life was over and that it was never going to get better. But what I have learned is that no matter how bad life gets, things do get better and 90% of true happiness is what you make out of the situations that life throws at you.

Meet Model Neshama Glinsky

How did you get started modeling?

Tell us about yourself.

I started modeling with Neal Hamil this past summer. I went through their intensive training camp and then signed shortly after. Before modeling, I was a dancer for 9 years. I also was into music and art.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Clumsy, full of love and caring What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

I enjoy the “acting” aspect of it all.

It’s all about selling whatever you’re wearing and in order to do that right, you have to know how to put on a different face, in a better word, act.

I think my years of theatre training have given me an edge.

What do you not enjoy about modeling?

I sometimes feel defeated when I know I could have done better.

Whether it be a shoot or a show. I always make sure whatever I put out there is top notch. I am indeed my own worst critic.

Favorite color?

Blue. There are so many things associated with the color. Both positive and negative. It’s versatility draws me to it.

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

I would love to go to Greece. It is so beautiful. Or maybe Jamaica. Or France. Or everywhere.

Favorite food?

Grilled Cheese. I could eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with some mac and cheese on the side!

What’s your favorite quote?

“Don’t gain the world and lose your soul. Money is better than silver or gold.” I’m a huge Bob Marley fan.

What designer would you love to model/walk for? Why? I would love to walk for Moschino.

The last show I saw was breathtaking.

The burst of bright colors was a breath of fresh air, considering all of the designers who had more of a grey, nude color scheme.

What’s your theme song?

My theme song would definitely have to be “One Love” by Bob Marley. His music truly makes me feel at peace.

What photographer would you love to shoot with? Why? I follow almost every photographer on earth on my Instagram (@ dancerontheroof_), so this is a hard question. I love @bleeblu, Cary Fagan, and many others. I like to keep my feed colorful in the sense of having versatile content. I would love to shoot with some photographers who’s style differ from the style of anything I’ve previously put out.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

Play the drums. People who play the drums are so cool to me.

Speak it into existence. Where do you see yourself in five years?

Five years is a long time from now.

I’m not a fan of thinking so far ahead because I feel that plans and hopes change. Where I want to be in five years now, might not be where I see myself in five years a couple of months from now even. Time changes everything and we should let it.

Your zodiac sign?

Cancer. Yes, I’m crazy and emotional.

Favorite superhero? Why? I love Spiderman, always have.

I mean, he shoots webs out of his wrists. He’s badass.

What person, living or dead, do you admire the most? Why? The person I admire the most is my older sister. Her perseverance in life has taught me not to give up when life gets tough. Sure, she has her flaws but her loving nature and way with words has brought me to look up to her and really appreciate the conversations we have had.

Guilty Pleasure?

Taco Bell. It’s disgusting but it’s so GOOD.

What is your favorite body part?

My collarbones. I like how they poke out and almost act as a part of of a frame for my face. Second favorite would be my shoulder, because of the tattoo I have there.

What do you do when you are not modeling?

I write, I read (when I have time). I like to be outside. I do a lot of things.

Favorite movie?

Definitely either “Across the Universe” or “August Rush”. The music in both is beautiful.

Favorite actor/actress?

Scarlett Johansson. She’s gorgeous.

Or, Johnny Depp. He’s capable of playing virtually ANY role.

Last show you binge-watched?

“Stranger Things.” I said I wouldn’t but indeed I did, and I do not regret one minute of it. I can’t wait for season 2.

Your idea of “happiness” and/or your idea of “misery”?

To me, happiness is feeling nothing.

No worries, no second thoughts, no unwanted energy. It is being content.

Happiness is a momentary thing. You have to be IN that moment to feel it fully.

Meet Model Xochitl Frazier How did you get started modeling?

Tell us about yourself.

My mom has always been into photography and she would always practice with me because she knew I loved to be in front of the camera.

I got signed in the 10th grade by Page Parkes and have been modeling professionally since then.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Committed, giving, adventurous.

What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

I love doing print jobs because I get to help create a story with an amazing team of people.

What do you not enjoy about modeling?

I think there are a lot of misconceptions about what a model is. I get disappointed when people assume I act or think a certain way just because I model.

Favorite color?

Black and purple.

Favorite food?

THAI FOOD What designer would you love to model/walk for? Why? I would love to walk for Chanel because they always put on an amazing show at an amazing venue and it would be incredible to be a part of something like that.

What photographer would you love to shoot with? Why? Mario Testino….. Do I even have to explain? PURE GENIUS Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

On an island with my family enjoying life to the fullest!

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

I haven’t been out of the country so I have a lot of places I want to go, but Greece is definitely top 5.

Your zodiac sign?

Sagittarius Favorite superhero? Why? Storm. How can you not love a powerful women that can make lightning strike at any time.

What person, living or dead, do you admire the most? Why? My mom. She’s my everything and my biggest motivation.

What’s your favorite quote?

“If you don’t build your dream, someone will hire you to help them build theirs.”

What’s your theme song?

It changes monthly, but at the moment it is “OOOUUU” by Young M.A What is your favorite body part?

My collar bones What do you do when you are not modeling?

Hang out with my family, dance, sing songs, and eat good food!

Favorite movie?

“White Chicks” Favorite actor/actress?

Angelina Jolie Your idea of “happiness” and/or your idea of “misery”?

My idea of happiness is being with my family, out on the beach, enjoying the breeze. I think misery is not being able to do what I love or being a slave to the system.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

I’ve always wanted to learn to play an instrument and sing.

Guilty Pleasure?

Hot chips!

Last show you binge-watched?

“Luke Cage”

Last book you read?

The Four Agreements (READ IT) Anything else you want the readers to know about you?

Never let anyone tell you what you can do. Never let anyone determine your future. I am blessed and thankful to have such an amazing support system. Be thankful for the people that motivate you to be a better person!

Meet Hair Artist Gabrielle Henderson How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

My name is Gabrielle Henderson, I’ve been licensed to do hair legally for about 3 years now and I am the owner of Hues by Gabrielle. I realized hair was what I wanted to do my senior year of high school. I was convinced I wanted to be a nurse until I realized I’m a germaphobe.

After attending a college fair and speaking to a beauty school rep, I began my career in the hair industry.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Ambitious, Caring, Reliable Hair Artist or Hair Stylist? Why? Hair artist, my main focus is color. I always look at the hair as my canvas and I am the painter.

What do you enjoy the most about being a Hair Artist?

The Transformation. My favorite part is revealing a client’s new look. The joy that spreads across their face is priceless.

What do you not enjoy about being a Hair Artist?

Any job dealing with customer service can be difficult at times. Clients who want the moon and the sky, but aren’t willing to pay for it are the most difficult.

Other than yourself, favorite hair artist? Why? Rachel Redd, another Colorist based in Atlanta. I’m always so inspired by the looks that she creates. Her Instagram page gives me so much life.

What product is in your kit that you can not live without?

A detangling comb I ordered online. I honestly think it possesses some type of magic.

Favorite color?

Orange Favorite food/drink?

I literally eat anything, it’s hard to choose. Lemonade of any kind.

What person, living or dead, would you love to work with? What would you do?

César Ramirêz. Pick his brain about any and everything hair related!

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in five years?

Successful. Dividing my time between being behind the chair and an educator to fellow stylists.

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

Greece

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Spending the day doing what I love, then coming home to the man of my dreams and my children.

Your zodiac sign?

Leo What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

Gemini. I know they have a rep for being crazy, but my best friend is a Gemini and we never argue.

What’s your favorite quote?

“Can any of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?”

What’s your theme song?

“6 inch” by Beyoncé What hair trend do you love?

Anything with braids or twists.

What hair trend do you wish would die a slow, painful death?

The rainbow hair color trend.

What’s the best/worst gift you’ve ever given/received?

I was super broke for Christmas one year, so I gave one of my friends a free sample kit that had a lipgloss and mini nail polish in it. It was meant for a 5 year old...we were 19.

Favorite movie?

Clueless Favorite actor/actress?

Denzel Washington/ Taraji P. Henson What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever done?

Quit my job to open my own business.

Last book you read?

“Girlboss” by Sophia Amoruso Guilty Pleasure?

Eating chocolate in my bed at 2am Last show you binge-watched?

“Charmed” Anything else you want the readers to know about you.

I’m in the business of making someone’s day, hopefully this article helps!

Meet Fashion Stylist Jazzlin Racquel How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

I found out about 6 years ago that being a Wardrobe Stylist was my true calling. I always dreamed of being a fashion designer grown because I want dot be just like my grandmother. As I grew older, sitting behind a sewing machine bore me. I love the different roles a wardrobe stylist gets to play from editorial shoots, to videos shoots, to red carpets, just to name a few.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

When you have so much personality a three word description is so unfair however the first three that come to mind are: Hard worker, Funny, and Stylish ;)

“Find a way or make one.”

What do you enjoy the most about being a fashion stylist?

I love it all. I live and breathe fashion, and wardrobe styling is my passion. The area I would consider my favorite is Image Branding for Artists which is what I specialize in.

What do you not enjoy about being a fashion stylist?

Styling is my passion and there is no area that I do not like.

Favorite designer? Why? Chasity Sereal is one of the world’s best designers! She creates gorgeous gowns that are to die for!

Favorite color?

Green and Pink Favorite food/drink?

Favorite food: Seafood.

Favorite Drink: Apple Juice What person, living or dead, would you love to style for?

What would you do?

Beyonce. One of my goals is to be her tour stylist. I would help choose and design garments for her and her dancers.

Speak it into existence. Where do you see yourself in five years?

In five years I see myself actually doing wardrobe styling full time. I will be doing the same thing I’m actually doing now just with more consistent clientele and bookings.

What’s your favorite quote?

Find a way or make one.

Your zodiac sign?

Libra What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

Libras Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

Dubai What’s your theme song?

Currently Beyonce’s summer anthem “I Ain’t Sorry” lol What fashion trend do you love?

I don’t really focus on trends. But my favorite era is the 80s.

Favorite movie?

“The Wood” Favorite actor/actress?

My favorite actors would have to be Ice Cube and Kevin Hart not because of any particular acting roles, but I like and admire how both came from nothing and they found a way or made one without making any excuse. Ice Cube didn’t stop at rapping and Kevin Hart didn’t just stop at being a stand up comedian.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

My Idea of Perfect happiness is LOVE.

Meet Fashion Designer Karissa Lindsay A Leap of Style How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself. I’ve wanted to be a fashion designer since I was a kid. That dream looks so different now, but I’m living it! I started out 3 years ago with a $50 sewing machine at my dining room table. I realized I had designs that other people might actually buy, so I took a couple leaps of faith and put myself out there. Here we are 3 years later.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Encourager. Funny. Creative.

What do you enjoy the most about fashion design?

I love the end product more than the process – that’s in most things. I get the most joy from seeing my customers wearing their new pieces. It’s the best feeling.

What do you not enjoy about fashion design?

I love pretty much everything about the actual design process, but there are aspects about running the business side that I really don’t enjoy. Like taxes. Does anyone like taxes?

Favorite fabric you ever worked with?

I just made my first wedding dress; it was for a courthouse wedding so it was pretty casual. The bride chose a silk satin that was just so beautifully simple.

Favorite color? Such a hard question for me!

My personal favorite color is purple in every shade, but I never wear it and I rarely design with it. My favorite color in design is blue.

Favorite food/drink?

I think tacos or French fries are at the top of my food list, and my favorite drink is water to be honest.

What person, living or dead, would you love to create a design for? What would it be? I would love to see Michelle Obama in one of my designs. I think the Von Me Dress would be great on her.

What’s your theme song?

Right now, “Working Day and Night” by Michael Jackson. The entrepreneur grind is real.

“Do it afraid.”

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

I don’t know if I have one anymore. Happiness is so momentary. Joy, on the other hand, comes from within and is unmoving. I believe true joy comes from a relationship with God – that’s where I find my joy.

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

In 5 years, I’ll be manufacturing and coaching other emerging designers. My passion and purpose is to empower and inspire other women – I love being able to do that through fashion. I see opportunities for A Leap of Style to blossom as a platform and a hub for other women.

What’s your favorite quote?

Do it afraid.

Your zodiac sign?

I’m a Taurus.

What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

I’ve never been asked this! Let’s see, I don’t keep up with it as much, but I think I’m supposed to get along best with Virgos. I think…

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

I would love to go to Turks and Caicos! I love the idea of the Mediterranean, and my friends all know a vacation anywhere in that region is like my ultimate getaway.

If you could choose anyone, who would you pick as your mentor?

I would definitely pick Oprah as a mentor if anyone.

She’s got the right balance of tough love, warmth, and knowledge. Or Michelle Obama. I love her.

Favorite fashion era--20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s or 90s? Why? I’m torn between the 50s and the 70s. I love pulling inspiration from the 50s for my designs, but my personal style is closer to the casual occasional glam of the 70s.

What is your favorite time of day/day of the week/ month of the year?

My favorite time of day is noon, Wednesday is my favorite day of the week (I even wrote a poem about it – I was born on a Wednesday, so I think that’s related), April is my favorite month because my birthday is in April!

Favorite movie?

Aladdin Favorite actor/actress?

Angela Bassett Favorite superhero? Why? I don’t have one.

Last show you binge watched?

Shark Tank

Last book you read?

I’m currently reading The 4 Hour Work Week by Tim Ferris, the last before that was Daring Greatly by Brene Brown.

Anything else you want the readers to know about you.

Hmmm, I don’t think there’s much more about me, but I do want every reader to know they should take a step today towards their passion and purpose whether they’re already walking in it or not. Keep living in your purpose or figuring it out, and you’ll find everything else that you need.

Snow Girl Photographer Aliona Kuznetsova Stylist Sodgerel Yadamtsoo Seuret Make Up and Hair Artist Elisabeth Péclard

Model Sylvia Minkova Location Glassier 3000, Swiss Alps

Meet Model Sylvia Minkova How did you get started modeling? Tell us about yourself.

Accidentally I was invited, at the age of 17 years old, to the casting of ‘Miss Bulgaria’ and there were more then 6,000 girls present. The jury chose 20 girls and I was one of them. It was a great and an intensive week of preparations for the competition. These beautiful memories will stay with me for all of my life.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Friendly, peaceful, dreamer What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

I enjoy the places, the atmosphere and the moment What do you not enjoy about modeling?

None Favorite color?

Blue

Favorite food?

Bulgarian traditional food What designer would you love to model/walk for? Why? Victoria’s Secret! I think it is must be fun to be on a catwalk with big feathers on your back.

What photographer would you love to shoot with?

Patrick Demarchelier Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

Cinque Terre, Italy Your zodiac sign?

Aquarius What person, living or dead, do you admire the most?

Why? My grandfather, who was a very wise person. We are traveling the same path in life.

What’s your favorite quote?

Work like you don’t need the money, love like you’ve never been hurt and dance like no one is watching What’s your theme song?

“La Vie en Rose” / Louis Armstrong What is your favorite body part?

Face What do you do when you are not modeling?

I am a classical musician and I play doublebass Favorite movie?

“Hair” Favorite actor/actress?

Julia Roberts

Your idea of “happiness” and/or your idea of “misery”?

My perfect idea of happiness is love and music If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

Horse riding Guilty Pleasure?

Lip balm Last show you binge-watched?

Fort Boyard Last book you read?

Swiss geography Anything else you want the readers to know about you?

Make love, not war.

Meet Photographer Aliona Kuznetsova How did you get started?

Tell us a little about yourself.

My photography started as an act of rebellion against my university studies. Now, 9 years later, it is still the thing that makes me feel free.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Curious, passionate, stubborn.

What do you enjoy the most about photography?

Being able to show all my emotions, but hide the context of them.

What do you not enjoy about photography?

Business stuff that goes with it.

Favorite color?

It’s all about combinations.

Favorite food/drink?

Espresso - strong and hot.

What person, living or dead, would you love to photograph?

Helen of Troy :)

“If you want to build a ship, don’t drum up people to collect wood and don’t assign them tasks and work, but rather teach them to long for the endless immensity of the sea.”

What country would you love to shoot in?

Mongolia (and I did)

If you had the opportunity to meet any photographer, living or dead, who would it be?

Peter Lindbergh Favorite movie?

“Funny Face” Favorite actor/actress?

Ingrid Bergman Favorite superhero? Why? None What is your favorite word? Least favorite?

Again, it’s all about combinations.

What was the last picture you took with your phone?

My phone for me is like a sketchbook for painter or notebook for writer. Last picture interior for my future exhibition.

If you could have personally witnessed anything, what would you want to have seen?

Northern Lights Guilty Pleasure?

Chocolate

-Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Last show you binge-watched?

4400

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Love, work and travel.

Your zodiac sign?

Sagittarius What’s your theme song?

“Sous le ciel de paris” What’s your favorite quote?

“If you want to build a ship, don’t drum up people to collect wood and don’t assign them tasks and work, but rather teach them to long for the endless immensity of the sea.”

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

Lanzarote - the volcanic island (have taken)

Last book you read?

Gabriel Garcia Marquez “Eyes of a Blue Dog” Anything else you want the readers to know about you.

If you really want to know me - see my works :)

Meet Stylist Sodgerel Yadamtsoo Seuret How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

I have always been fascinated by fashion since I was a young girl. I was born and raised in Mongolia. I opened my first boutique in 2006 in Mongolia. Back then, all the prêt-à-porter were imported from China and the exact same products were sold everywhere. That’s where I thought it was necessary to introduce European readymade products to Mongolia.

I began to sell clothes in a little shopping center and it constantly got bigger with time. Now I represent 5 well-known brand names: Bally, Fabiana Fillipi, Gerard Darel, Myrine, Parajumpers and Ammann in Mongolia and I own a cashmere boutique in Geneva (Sodgerel Cashemire de Mongolie). I have been able to work in the fashion industry for over 10 years now, thanks to my passion for fashion. I’m living my dream, I’m happy.

Three adjectives to describe yourself Social, Persistent, Generous What do you enjoy the most about being a fashion stylist?

I love how you must be very creative to do this job. I like to discover and create new looks.

What do you not enjoy about being a fashion?

The trends change very easily and quickly. I find it very hard to gather all the information about the next season’s trends and adapt my collections depending.

Favorite designer? Why? Gabriella Chasnel (Coco Chanel). Because she lived her life true to herself, exactly how she wanted her life to be.

Favorite color?

White Favorite food/drink?

Coffee and meat.

What person, living or dead, would you love to style for?

I’m sure Kate Middleton would look very fine and classy in my cashmere.

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in five years?

I’d love to own 3 more cashmere boutiques in Switzerland.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

To live fully loved by those who I cherish. To live around my family.

Dream vacation you would like to take?

I love spending some time the mountains (or in beautiful nature). Better if there is a good hotel with a spa.

What’s your zodiac sign?

Cancer What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

I don’t really know. Asking a person I meet their zodiac sign is not what I do normally. I think there are a lot more interesting subjects to talk about. I don’t check my horoscope either.

What’s your theme song?

Jules Massenet, “Méditation de Thaïs”. It’s beautiful.

What fashion trend do you love?

Even though I must refer to the trend to be able to prepare my new collections I still love classic style the most.

What fashion trend do you wish would die a slow, painful death?

Fake fur, especially coats.

Favorite movie?

Edith Piaf, biography Favorite actor/actress?

Nicolas Cage If you could throw any kind of party, what would it be like and what it would be for?

I would like a party with a Great Gatsby theme interpreted by Léonardo Di Caprio. I’m a very romantic person. I could host a big party hoping to see “that one person”.

Guilty pleasure?

Drinking coffee. I drink liters in a day. I should drink less.

Last show you binge-watched?

“Castle”, I love watching crime fiction series with my family.

Last book you read?

“Me before you” and after you by Jojo Moyes Anything else you want the readers to know about you?

If fate ever brings you to my lovely country, Mongolia, please come visit us. We’d be glad to welcome you.

Meet Make Up Artist Elisabeth Péclard How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself Before starting to do makeup, I was in a theater prep school. Unfortunately, I was not taken, but I wanted to do something in a creative field. I heard about a makeup school in my area. I attended the school hoping it would help me stay and work in the theater world after. But, strange thing, what was to be a second option for me seemed obvious. I fell in love with makeup and I finally had the chance to express myself in a way I never thought before.

Three adjectives to describe yourself. determined/sensitive/creative What do you enjoy the most about being a MUA? When I’m working on a shoot with a creative team, I can express my creativity and realize the make-up ideas I have in my head.

What do you not enjoy about being a MUA? When someone tells me that I have to be there just to check if the actor doesn’t shine. It makes me crazy! :O) Other than yourself, favorite make up artist? Why? I have to say that I admire a lot of make-up artists. But I can say, like probably many make-up artists, that Pat McGrath is one of my favorites. She is just amazing. She knows how to highlight the beauty, and in the same time, she is so creative. She is a great artist.

What make up trend do you love?

Dark tie and dye lips with thick lashes.

What make up trend do you wish would die a slow, painful death?

Heavy Contouring.

Speak it into existence. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Travelling for my job all around the world. Working for the most famous photographers, magazines and designers. But it’s a dream :O) Guilty Pleasure?

Swiss cheese with a glass of red wine What is your idea of perfect happiness?

For me, happiness is to find the balance between my job and my family. And be fulfilled with both.

Your zodiac sign?

Cancer What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

Virgo Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

A world tour where I can: see the bears in Canada; see the Grand Canyon in the USA; fish in Bali; visit the Angkor temples; and eat Thai food.

Favorite food/drink?

I love to eat thaï food What’s the best/worst gift you’ve ever given/received?

The worst gift I have ever received was McDonald sauces for my 25th birthday.

Favorite movie?

Walk the Line Favorite actor/actress?

Meryl Streep

What product is in your kit that you can not live without? lips and foundation palette from bobby brow

Last book you read?

“The Reader on the 6.27” by Jean-Paul Didierlaurent

What person, living or dead, would you love to work with? What would you create?

Iris van Herpen. I would love to collaborate with her and create the make-up for her crazy dresses.

What’s your favorite quote?

Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass it’s learning how to dance in the rain.

Meet Hair Stylist Elisabeth Péclard How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

I started with make-up at first. But I like creativity in general and sometimes, on shoots, they would ask me to do a great makeup look but there was no hairdresser.

I was frustrated to work so hard with the make-up and then felt like the final result was not finished. This is the reason why I started to study hair. There is such creativity and I love it! In Switzerland the market is very small. The more you are able to do, the better it is for you.

What do you enjoy the most about being a Hair Artist/ Stylist?

I like to create crazy looks for photoshoots.

Other than yourself, favorite hair stylist? Why? I would love to work and assist artist Sharon Blain. She is so creative. I would like to create crazy looks for fashion shows or photo shoots.

What product is in your kit that you can not live without?

My flat iron. I can do every hairstyle with it.

What hair trend do you love?

I am totally in love with the old Hollywood finger waves trend. It is so glamourous.

What hair trend do you wish would die a slow, painful death?

Old women with purple hair, rather than black.

What’s the best/worst gift you’ve ever given/received?

The best gift was a weekend in Amsterdam for one of my best friends.

What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever done?

A huge old school bun with loops everywhere like in the old movies.

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Email editor@salyse.com Volume 2 : Number 1 Issue published February 1st January - Black and White February - 50 Shades of Red Volume 2 : Number 2 Issue published April 1st March - Suit & Tie April - Androgyny Volume 2 : Number 3 Issue published June 1st May - Prints, Florals, and Patterns in Paisley Park June - Hats, Headdresses, Fascinators, and Crowns Volume 2 : Number 4/5 Issue published August 1st July - The Travel Issue | Submissions due by July 15th August - The Travel Issue | Submissions due by July 15th Volume 2 : Number 6/7/8/9 Issue published October 1st September - The Future October - The Past Volume 2 : Number 7 Issue published December 1st November - Stay Warm | Submissions due by November 15th December - The Holiday Issue | Submissions due by November 15th

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