Oct/Nov 2011
vécu Independent Artists.
ENCHANTED SEASON THE
photographer EMILY SOTO
vĂŠcu PUBLISHER The Coleman Group
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Delina C. editor@vecumagazine.com ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Melissa Lee vecumagazine@gmail.com TRAVEL EDITOR Lorena F. www.traveldesignery.com FEATURED CONTRIBUTOR Murissa Shalapata www.canadianculinarytravel.blogspot.com CONTRIBUTORS Emily Soto, Amberly Valentine, Vivienne Mok, Vicky Chan, Elodie, Kristina Winder, Jen Kolhagen, Frock You Vintage, Ebba Zingmark, David M., Marla Meridith, Naomi, Ciao Christy, Lauren Ferry, Gwen Moran
Emily Soto, photographer
www.vecumagazine.com
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vintage inspired jewelry
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STYLE WATCHER
EBBA ZINGMARK
from Umeå www.ebbazingmark.se
DRESS BY MANGO
“Don’t Underestimate The Things That I Will Do” Glasses, Proopticals.com
SWEATER NELLY.COM Sweater, Nelly.com
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jacket BY zara
DAVID M.
“Walking the Line” jeans BY topman
Watch, Sekonda Belt, Religion
shoes BY asos
from London
WHOLE FOODS with Marla Meridith www.familyfreshcooking.com
FAMILY FRESH COOKING 3 Cheese Spaghetti Nests Experiment with your favorite spice combinations in this pasta. Makes about 12 “nests” in standard sized muffin tins. INGREDIENTS 10 ounces dry Whole Wheat Spaghetti (or gluten free option) 1/2 cup grated regular or low fat Cheddar Cheese 1 cup fat free or low fat Cottage Cheese Olive Oil pinch Garlic Salt 1/4 teaspoon Pepper 1 teaspoon Tumeric 1/4 teaspoon Smoked Paprika shaved Parmesan for garnish METHOD Pre heat oven to 425˚F with the rack in the center of the oven. Lightly spray Muffin tins. Cook pasta according to directions, reserve 1/2 cup of cooking liquid. Be sure not to break spaghetti while cooking so you can twirl it into nests.Combine cottage cheese and cheddar cheese in a bowl. Toss cooked pasta with a splash of olive oil, all spices and seasonings. Add some of the reserved cooking liquid if you need to. Mix with cheese mixture. Reserve a bit of cheese to top each nest.
“You can also add chunks of chicken breast & small bits of diced steamed broccoli.”
Twirl spaghetti with a fork and add to muffin tins, create nest shapes. Top each nest with a bit of the cottage cheese mixture. Bake for about 10 minutes. The tops of your nests will be lightly browned and a bit crispy. Let cool for a few minutes. Gently loosen spaghetti nests from muffin tins with a spatula and serve. Top with parmesan & dried basil or parsley if desired. Makes about 8-12 servings
BAKERS ROYALE
with Naomi www.bakersroyale.com
A simple trifle with layers of pumpkin & vanilla pudding with a praline crumble.
Pumpkin Praline Trifle
Pumpkin Pudding 1/3 cup cornstarch 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2teaspoon cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon cloves Pinch of salt 3 cups cold whole milk 3/4 cups pumpkin pie filling 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions: Combine cornstarch, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, salt and milk in a blender or food processor and pulse until well blended. Alternatively, combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk vigorously. Transfer mixture to a heat proof bowl and place over (not on) simmering water for approximately 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pudding is ready when mixture coats the back of the spoon. Add pumpkin pie and stir to combine. Add vanilla and stir to combine. Vanilla Pudding 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon cornstarch ½ cup granulated sugar Pinch of salt 3 cups cold whole milk 2 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions: Combine cornstarch, sugar, salt and milk in a blender or food processor and pulse until well blended. Alternatively, combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk vigorously. Transfer mixture to a heat proof bowl and place over (not on) simmering water for approximately 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pudding is ready when mixture coats the back of the spoon. Add vanilla and stir to combine. Praline Crumble 1/2 cups toffee bits 1/2 cups granola Instructions: Place toffee bits and granola in a bowl and mix to combine. Assembly: Fill pastry bags with each flavor of pudding. Pipe a pumpkin layer onto bottom of glass. Sprinkle praline mixture on top pumpkin layer. Pipe vanilla pudding on top of granola and praline layer. Continue layering by repeating steps
“They are simple to make and can pack a lot of flavor and texture.”
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HOME DECOR Comfy Linens and Ornate Bedding are key essentials for the french styled home.
CREATE A FRENCH ABODE How to Create a French Inspired Styled Home
Choose Linens Mix generous armchairs with classic occassional chairs in the living room. Prop up gilt-framed mirrors against the wall for an informal feel and pull the whole scheme together with a textured rug.
Ornate Bedlinen To add detail in a white bedroom, dress the bed with layers of lace, fringed throws and heaps of crisp, broderie Anglais-edged pillowcases.
Add a Carved Desk Be creative with room space. Make a desk area with a painted table and a vintage chair, then soften a stone floor with a woven rug and decorate the walls with monochrome prints and paintings.
Apothecary jars are ideal for displaying gorgeous handmade French soaps. Collect vintage jars whenever you see them and turn into a display.
Showcase Items
“Choose cushions with a hint of gold for added glamour.� Frame a Window Sew a homemade blind using an outsized gilded print on a linen ground. Complete the look with a pair of vintage shutters and a selection of linen and velvet cushions.
Add Wall Decor Compliment a charmingly-faded table-top display with spectacular hydrangea patterned wallpaper.
ëlodie PARIS, FRANCE
www.elodie-illustrations.net
Tell us a bit about yourself ? Hi, well I’m a freelance french illustrator based in Paris since last year. Before working as an illustrator, I used to work on an animation series in a company based in Angoulême. Now, I do illustration especially for magazines, La Marelle (french stationery and little objects brand), and some commisionned portraits. What are some of your early art memories ? I recently discovered a new illustrator that I felt in love with his work. I wouldn’t dare to say a word about it but you should check it out !!! His name is Marco Mazzoni and this is his personal page :http://marcomazzoni.tumblr.com/ What things have you learned about your craft since then ? When I started as an illustrator, I felt like I had a block, because I thought I always had to draw the same things, because I thought that is what people would expect from me. But now I allow myself more freedom. If I want to draw fashion beauty I will. I also get a lot of pleasure drawing cute chidren and toys... I don’t want to choose anymore, I draw what I like :)
What inspires you? A lot of things. As you may have noticed my style is rather realistic so I take a lot of inpiration in photographies that I love to cut, deform and make composition with to create my own picture. But sometimes, I can be inspired by a range of colors or a wood ornament. Recently, I’ve been to Turkey and I’ve visited a lot of beautiful mosques. I felt full of inspiration when I came back home! Preferred medium? I use to mix medium such as pigment liner and watercolor. But I would like to experiment more with colored pencil and paper cut. Formal training? (School or College) After my degree, I went to a school called Ecole de Communication Visuelle in Bordeaux. I learned typography, graphic design, animation, illustration, etc... Plans for the future? I would love to work for fashion a brand! But also preparing a personal exhibition but it takes a lot of time :)
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Steady as a beating d r u m
the enchanted forest Photographer: Vicky Chan Makeup & Hair: Roisin Kinch Stylists: Edward Fritch and Lally MacBeth Model: Anna @ Iceland Model Management
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BON APPETIT
FLORENTINE FLÂNEUSE by Murissa Shalapata The Wanderfull Traveler www.canadianculinarytravel.blogspot.com With the help of Ciao Christy www.ciaochristy.blogspot.com Florence is one of my favourite cities to simply wander through its narrow streets and observe the architecture like a true Flâneuse. Where else could one walk in the steps of Michelangelo and see the original sculptures of the Loggia dei Lanzi? No matter how many times you see Benvenuto Cellini’s Perseus with the Head of the Medusa or Gambologna’s shocking Hercules & the Centaur an appreciation and awe will consistently sweep over you. The first time I stood before the Duomo di Firenze I was consumed with the vast amount of detail on its exterior façade of green, creamy-white and soft, aging burgundy marble. Each personality depicted within the arched and pointed crevasses (and there are many) appear as real as you or I. Standing far below on the cobblestone streets you half expect them to direct their condescending gaze towards you. Not only is Florence a heaven for any art enthusiast, with the famed Uffizi gallery, it also provides a luxurious shopping experience with gorgeous scarves, brand names that every fashion connoisseur dreams of and, of course, quality Italian leather accessories.
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Il Latini
via dei Palchetti 6/r (Palazzo Rucellai) 50123 – Firenze tel. (+39) 055 210916 www.illatini.com
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tables but you also sit beneath aging ham that offers a s for my specialty, the food was also an experience delicious smoky smell of cured prosciutto. to be had and my restaurant of choice, Il Latini, pro- For my meal I selected the silky ravioli with sage for vided a unique story to accompany my meal. my primo piatto and was relived to taste my first bite of handmade fresh Italian pasta. Secondo piatto, my At Il Latini one must expect to be sitting with other Bistecca alla Fiorentina appeared to be half of a cow travelers on busy nights, such as mine. My party of and covered my entire plate. This dish would put fear two was seated at a table that contained a newlywed into any vegetarian as it is served practically bloody couple from Australia. They told us of their travels in rare with a simple flame licked crust sealing in the France and we told them what to expect during the rest juices. I suggest you half one steak between at least of the trip throughout Italy. Not only do you share one other person.
For every table of four there is a bottle of Tuscan Chianti that you can help yourself to. After the Chianti bottle was polished clean I ordered uno vino bianco and to my shock I was given a full bottle of wine for myself to finish alone. Our waiter who spoke little English (at least seemingly) was a rascal who delivered drink after drink despite our groans for him to stop due to our full bellies. The mystery drinks were served one after another in hues of gold, brown and even syrupy translucent. By the end of the meal one could hardly muster another spoonful of Tiramisu down the throat. In celebration of our new Australian friends we paid for their meal and to my surprise our bill was the most reasonable of the entire trip (150â‚Ź for a 3 course meal for 4 and countless drinks). My boyfriend and I stumbled back to our hotel taking in the night view of the black Arno river and the late night glow of the Medieval Ponte Vecchio. Thank you Il Latini for the Bistecca & Ravioli images. Thank you Christy Dickert for the images of the empty dinning room.
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“Florence is one of my favourite cities to simply wander through its narrow streets and observe the architecture like a true Flâneuse.”
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“ Appreciation and awe will consistently sweep over you.�
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MARKETPLACE
NEËST
Design for Daily Life Timeless objects and simple shapes www.neest.fr
Savon de Marseille
A passion for decoration, especially for a recent trend called « Natural style of life » is at the heart of Neëst. This trend finds its inspiration in the new Japanese design which in turn was founded upon a strong Scandinavian influence. This « Natural style of life » is about enhancing everyday items by mixing vintage and contemporary objects. Throughout its search for such a pure sense of aesthetics Neëst has composed a collection of essential favorites from Japan all the way to Scandinavia…Timeless objects of the utmost elegance in the simplicity of its shape and design with a propensity for natural fibers and materials (wood, linen, cotton, weaved straw…) as well as traditional handmade craftsmanship. Neëst sees the home as a place for life and creativity with a strong accent on everyday objects being not only useful but also decorative thus embellishing the usually mundane tasks of everyday life. Certain accessories that can also be considered as part of the “Natural style of life” will also be available.
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“The wood cup traditional is used by the Saami people of Lapland. It seems that in Finland, this cup is traditionally offered to a loved one, it will bring luck and happiness.”
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Korbelle will be such a great pal, perfect for all your outings, she’ll go anywhere and hold all your things for you too! This little bag features a signature print Korbelle Bag, $269 fabric on the front, complimented with lovely pinstripe detailing and an intricate braided leather detail down the centre.
Braceley Bag, $349
Designer, Lauren Ferry, has been passionately pursuing this line of work for eight years, and adores injecting her product design background into the age-old profession. In addition to the range of bags, her range of neckwear designs, including the popular cravelle, have become recognizable pieces that continue to inspire, and are still all handmade by Lauren herself in her Geelong based studio.
Braceley is a stylish fella, featuring both fabrics from the collection for an abundance of goodness and refreshing colour. It is made with beautifully soft Italian leather, which also features as an intricate braid design on the front of the bag.
This dreamy bag is robust and adventurous. Carousel is a nice, healthy lass, large enough to hold a menagerie of your everyday nick-nacks as well as bits & bobs you collect on your travels
Carousel Bag, $369
Tully is a pretty little thing, but do not let her apparent size fool you, you will be surprised infact just how much she can handle. With external pockets at the front and back, as well as pockets inside to hold all your nicks and nacks. In addition she has a small strap on the back which is perfect for holding your scarf or cardi... Tully Bag, $289
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MARKETING 101
HOW TO BUILD YOUR OWN BRAND BUZZ You don’t necessarily need professional help to get the word out. Try these tactics for good old-fashioned self-promotion. by Gwen Moran David Ciccarelli likes to see his company, Voices. com, mentioned on blogs, in online news stories and anywhere else he can get a plug. His pursuit of publicity has landed high-profile reviews of his online marketplace for voice-over talent on blogs such as TechCrunch, as well as stories in The New York Times and on CNN.com. “We’ve never hired a public relations agency,” he says. “We don’t know anyone personally at a PR firm and can’t call in favors. We’re on a limited budget.” Instead, Ciccarelli is constantly on the lookout for online publicity opportunities. But online publicity is a bit different than traditional publicity, says Mac McLean, a partner in charge of client publicity at Click Communications, a digital marketing firm in Los Angeles. “With online publicity, you need to reach out and find people that are enthusiastic about your type of business and are willing to share it with their readers, who come to them specifically to hear about their tastes and opinions on that specific subject matter,” McLean says. Look at who’s writing about your competition.
Search for news about your competition and set up Google Alerts for your competitors’ names. “Looking up people who are writing about your competitors or who have a vested interest in your type of product or service is going to allow you to identify websites, specialty blogs or even enthusiastic writers who have an interest in your field,” he says. Also, don’t forget oldschool story ops. Ciccarelli applies for industry and marketing awards and sends releases out when Voices.com, based in London, Ontario, wins. Finally, consider being a source. Several subscription-based services deliver requests from journalists seeking sources for their stories and segments. HelpaReporter. com and ReporterConnection.com are free and let you review requests from journalists on deadline. When Google offered services similar to Voices.com for a short time in 2006, Ciccarelli commented to several media outlets about the giant competitor and its business model, to his own benefit: “It generated a bunch of publicity and web traffic for us.”
Gwen Moran is a freelance writer and co-author of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Business Plans (Alpha, 2010).
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TRAVEL
TRAVEL DESIGNERY Casa Templo de Santeria Yemaya
Travel Designery TRINIDAD, CUBA by Lorena F., Travel Editor www.traveldesignery.com
I walked by this house in Trinidad, Cuba and saw an eerie doll in a chair in the middle of a solitary room, so of course, I said “Ooh, interesting! Let’s go in!” It was the Casa Templo de Santeria Yemaya. There are many ‘santos’, in other words saints or spirits, within the Santeria religion that are praised, in this case Yemaya, who governs the oceans and stands guard over the main centerpiece. A LOT of thought and time goes into creating these meticulously designed altars – flowers, coconuts, embellishments, mantel pieces, paintings on the walls, etc.. and did you notice the huge anchor on the floor? Each piece means something particular. I thought the altar was quite beautiful and I don’t think you necessarily even need to understand what you’re looking at to appreciate the artistry of it, although luckily, I did. I ended up seeing the main Santero, and yes, his reading was right on point. Have a wonderful Halloween everyone :-) October/November 2011 VECU Magazine pg. 45
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The Others photography Amberly Valentine models James @ FM, Anna @ Bookings (redhead), Millie @ Milk Management (blonde) hair Vicky Demetriou make-up Sophie Cooke production co-ordinator Adam Dickinson photographers assistants Brina Lopez & Tommy Lloyd-Baker prop and set design assistants Anna Rawles & Mikyla Warr
Left: Silk coat and leggings, Najlaa jabri, top by Dinu Bodiciu, Right: Silk Coat and Brocade Dress, Najlaa Jabri
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Studded black leather case, Oliver Ruuger
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Wool Jacket, Dinu Bodiciu, Dress,Amberly Valentine, made to order
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Feather Bolero by Biba, Silk Trousers, Najlaa Jabri
Embroidered Coat, Najlaa Jabri October/November 2011 VECU Magazine pg. 59
Vintage Military Jackets, Amerly Valentine (made to order), Shoulder Piece, Nalaa Jabri, Embellished leather trousers, Thatwasin Boat Khajeenikorn, Embroidered leather boots, Johnny Chin
Vintge Military Jacket, Amberly Valentine, made to order, Necklace, Beatrice Newman, Leather Trousers, Thatwasin Boat Khajeenikorn, Leather Boots, Johnny Chin
Vintage Inspired Military Jacket, Amberly Valentine (made to order}, Neckpiece, Beatrice Newman October/November 2011 VECU Magazine pg. 61
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la fille de fleur photography Vivienne Mok styling / hair&make-up Vivienne Mok model Katya Dolzhenko @Just WM
Crochet Top: Stylist’s own Tulle Tutu: Stylist’s own Petticoat: DanceDirect Lace-up socks: Tabio October/November 2011 VECU Magazine pg. 65
Crochet Top: Stylist’s own Tulle Tutu: Stylist’s own Petticoat: DanceDirect Lace-up socks: Tabio
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Cotton Gauze Top & skirt: Vivienne Mok
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Tulle Dress: Anne Valerie Hash
Jacket: Sharon Wauschob Vintage pleated dress: stylist’s own
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Shirt & Trousers: Kristina Gorina
Foil Bolero: Anne Valerie Hash Knit Dress: Vivienne Mok October/November 2011 VECU Magazine pg. 73
Coat: Kristina Gorina
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Beneath the Starry Sky photographer Emily Soto http://EmilySoto.com models Kristina Winder with San Diego Model Mgmt and Sarra Hansen hair/mua Jen Kolhagen clothing Frock You Vintage
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ELIZABETH COLETTA www.elizabethcoletta.com