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STATUSPHERE 13 THREADS 18 SETTING 19 BRICK & MORTAR 20 SCREEN 21 INK 22 BEATS
64 SOLE SUPREMACY
GADGETS
MUSE
23 TECH PACK: Little League
Sneakers
65 ZIP UP
Bomber Jackets
FEATURES 66 FANTASTICAL VERSATILITY
A dreaming soul and an ethereal beauty, Heather Kemesky takes on the fashion industry with her feet on the ground, head in the clouds, and heart in all things intriguingly surreal. By Janroe Cabiles
Great things come in small packages.
BEAUTY
24 FACE PAINT: KOHL KIDS Welcome to the dark side.
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ABOUT FACE: BRIGHT MIGHT
Nothing to fear.
27 BEAUTY BITE: NAILFINITY
MAESTRO
67 BRIGHT LIGHT LEAKS
Kimbra shines in the light of her new album. Above all the echoes, she’s back with a resounding statement: she’s not just somebody that you used to know. By Isa Almazan
FASHION
STREET STYLE
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GO SEE
31 STYLE ID: VOGUE BROGUE
68 DOWN IN THIS COAST
You might know Chanel West Coast for her stint as an MTV host, but what you probably aren’t aware of is this babe’s budding rapping career. You better get down in this coast. By Kitkat Ramos
Goody two shoes.
VISION BOARD
32 MATCH POINT
Survival of the illest. By Francis Gumayagay
40 ORDINARY PEOPLE
69 SUNG IN RETURN
Seattle natives Harrison Mills and Clayton Knight make up electronic duo ODESZA, now bursting across the map to the reinvention of their second album, In Return. By Nicole Nequinto
The normcore takeover. By Tetsuya Maehara
48 AIN’T NO SUNSHINE Feel the warmth. By Kenji O
SHOPPING GUIDE
MASTERMIND
57 SWAG: SILVER LINING
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Silver Necklaces
58 HARDCORE
Leather Jackets
59 MOVE FREE Ankle Boots
60 SWING THINGS Satchels
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WITH LOVE
Boyfriend Jeans
62 HEAD RUSH Bucket Caps
63 ON THE RUN Jogger Pants
UNDER HIS SPELL
Actor Christian Cooke doesn’t need a witch’s cauldron to stir up some potions to follow his every will. He’s got charm and an electric personality for that. By Denise Mallabo
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72 PIPE DREAM FANTASY
Through gentles strokes and iridescent hues of strange fantasies, Utrecht-based artist and illustrator Merijn Hos doesn’t need to sleep to live out his mind’s imagination. By Pola Beronilla
73 TO RENDER IN MOTION
From Daft Punk to Mark Ronson to The Killers to Haim, music video director Warren Fu commands the visuals of some of the biggest names in television today. By Kitkat Ramos
74 TRACING COATS OF COLORS
A lover of the humanities, Jessica May Underwood lives through words and fashion with her uninhibited hand crafting subtle, flowing figures reminiscent of the old romanticism. By Janroe Cabiles
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THE ACTOR’S TALE
Straight out of the your favorite bedtime stories comes Scott Michael Foster who’s got the looks of a prince charming and the attitude of your knight in shining armor. By Jericho Umali
HEAVY HITTER
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about the cover
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Donning a light pink latex suit against an electric orange wall, Charli XCX lets her hair down and poses for NY-based photographer Gavin Thomas–breaking the rules of pop and leading a feisty monarchy.
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FEISTY MONARCHY
Forget your school uniforms and break the rules because Charli XCX is calling you up for the party she’s throwing. Gathering up her following to create a new reign in the pop kingdom, the singer-songwriter wants us to get drunk at the minibar. By Olivia Estrada
TUMULTUOUS PHOTOGRAPHS
Marrying soulful beats with his acoustic core, Ed Sheeran sings out his melancholic depictions in his sophomore release. With the help of some of the music industry’s biggest names, everyone’s favorite ginger multiplies his charm and shows us his x factor. By Denise Mallabo
a rift in the natural order and a disruption in the everyday occurrence of our lives. By Olivia Estrada
90 BLOCK PARTY: PARALLEL PATHS
Rebelling against the fork in the road, these blooming artists took different routes without changing courses, holding on to what they’re most passionate about. By Janroe Cabiles
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Kimi takes a break from her adventures and puts her camera down to show us a few of her favorite things. A word from Ginger Jesus: Abstinence is key. So is D#.
THINK TWICE
Reality is in a daze and time is on a loop under the hands of Daniel Arsham. The artist experiments with different art forms and merges them with the basics of our existence in order to create curiosities that cause
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et’s face it. We are all sick of the hype. You know what I mean: the manufactured commercialness of everything. But in this overflowing main stream, there are rare creatures rising from the waters–and we have found them. From singers reaching new heights in their careers to visionaries defying reality, our Anti-Pop Issue is redefining the conventional truth. Our cover girl Chali XCX is the new definition of a “Pop Princess.” With her hit songs “Boom Clap” from The Fault in Our Stars, “Fancy” with Iggy Azalea, and “I Love It” with Icona Pop, she’s not just going against the grain but is also following her own instincts. As she rules over this new monarchy, she shares with us her music inspirations, why she shuts out the critics, and why she doesn’t want to get carried away with all the hype. Warping the appearance of architecture, sculpture, and performance is Daniel Arsham. His mind-bending art transcends us from the ordinary. In his interview, he explains to us how he has attracted projects with Pharrell Williams, fashion designers Richard Chai and Hedi Slimane, as well as his collaboration with choreographer Merce Cunningham. Brit singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran’s unconventional pop star image is rewriting the life of a rock star. At 23, he’s taking his music and spinning it on its head with fresh collabs, honest lyrics, and R&B beats. As he walks us through his latest album, he illustrates how love and heartbreak was the root of x. The prototypical product of pop culture is now a thing of the past. We were in search for an authentic voice of creation, but we discovered a whole new norm. The game has changed.
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Our LA-based shutterbug knows the tragedy of pop. “Pop has always existed in a dichotomous life. We both love and hate it, but we’ve become slaves to it.” And in turn, Sean is a slave to his camera as he reports for duty in this month’s Block Party (90) snapping photos of Lorenza Izzo and Ana Cotto. “A camera has almost become an extension of my hand, it just feels natural to me.”
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GAVIN THOMAS
Born and raised in a small town outside Rochester, this NY-based photographer knows what’s popping in the modern world. Shooting this month’s cover story (76), Gavin Thomas exposes a side of Charli XCX that no flash has ever been before. May it be through his digital or analog camera, he can perfectly capture an enigmatic energy in one photo.
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Kenji O has developed quite a refined taste. The photographer shares, “I like Lorde because I find her music catchy and meditative.” His classy penchant for culture can also be seen in his work for Ain’t No Sunshine (48) and Status Invades (102). “Pop may offend more people with specific taste in the same way fast food may offend the palate of a chef.”
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THREADS / setting / BRICK AND MORTAR / BEATS / SCREEN / INK October 2014
HERE COMEs THE BLOOM WALK THE LINE N
o path is too rugged nor too refined when you don a pair of SENHOR PRUDÊNCIO shoes. Created with the quality technique of Portugese shoemaking, their Spring/Summer 2015 collection, HOMONIMA, combines geometric patterns with utilitarian aesthetics making revisions to classic footwear. senhorprudencio.com
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veryone’s a winner with PRIZE PINS. Through art, humor, and design, their NYC-inspired collection of “Stars and Stripes,” “Best Before,” “99c,” ”Applause,” and “Prize Logo” pins are a new take on the classic medium. And just like a much-coveted prize, these trinkets are rare finds as they are produced only in limited runs of 100 or less. prizepins.com
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egendary sports brand ADIDAS remains #Unstoppable this season with a fresh set of Originals by Rita Ora. In collaboration with the British pop star, the collection holds a selection of tees, bomber jackets, pullovers, and tracksuits in floral blends and pastel hues to help you break boundaries, extend limits, and live for the moment. adidas.com
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ondon-based label CASSANDRA VERITY GREEN is going to Crush your expectations about knitwear. Cropped tops in pastel camouflage, sequined sweaters, and mesh panels combine for a collection that’s quirky, unpredictable, and a must-have for those who refuse to give in to the usual. cassandraveritygreen.com
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CRYSTAL CLEAR T
here’s no more hiding for NUDITÉ. Heading out of their comfort zone, the womenswear brand explores a whole new horizon with Shell. Devoted in subtle design and exquisite finishing, their collection of golden bracelets, necklaces, and stud earrings adorned with raw white crystals have the power to calm your soul– while in style, of course. nuditefashion.com
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et a refined, clean-fitted look with a little touch of rock & roll with THE SUITS. Representing a new generation of tailoring, the menswear label’s latest offering of sleek ensembles in dark colors stay true to Antwerp’s traditional style while combining craftsmanship with a fashion forward and open vision. the-suits.com
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h MAI-GIDAH, this contemporary menswear label definitely knows how to dress a man. Composed of futuristic coats, dress shirts, oversized tees, and slacks in monochromatic hues, Morning Dew is well-equipped with bold cuts, juxtaposed fabrics, and elegant detailing that can turn an average Joe into the man of the moment. maigidah.com
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o need to fear the dark side or the cold weather with KIRSTIE LEE EELLS’ Dance to the Devil, My Son. Jackets, sweaters, and coats turn up the heat on men’s winter wear embibing designs from the Tibetan Nomadic tribe and colors from Buddhist imagery. kirstie-lee-eells.tumblr.com
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DIT a couple of times and this newly launched brand wouldn’t mind as their latest collection full of statement pieces can be styled in different ways. A mix of femininity and laid-back chicness, their midi skirts, peplum tops, denim jackets, and sweaters are ready to go and can be easily paired with sneakers. edit-thebrand.com
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CRISP AND COOL O
versized, flowing, and comfortable are the perfect words to describe the shirts, pants, and jumpsuits in CELESTE TESORIERO’s latest collection. Focusing on cool colors that soothe the eyes and invite in the free-spirited Australian culture, the designer pays tribute to the land down under with silhouettes that are best for lounging around and enjoying a day out surfing under the sun. celestetesoriero.com
LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE W
omenswear label BY SUN is Feeling Warm this season. Inspired by London’s dark and cold winters, see a glow of sunlight through the eyes of designer Jenny Sun with her collection of tops, pullovers, long skirts, coats, and tube top dresses in soft shades of blue, peach, red, gray, and black made with strong silhouettes accentuating a strong chic look. notjustalabel.com/designer/sun
CHILD’s PLAY I
f you loved doodling as a kid, then you will welcome the nostalgia brought by INGE DE VOR’s Composed Elements. The designer’s first collection of scarves began with tiny dots, lines, and patterns made by hand creating clouds and miniature creatures digitally-printed on the fine fabrics local to the Netherlands. ingedevor.nl
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all in love and rock it out with ALICE MCCALL’s girlish charm and boho tendencies. Her latest collection of lace jumpsuits, printed babydoll dresses, and sheer dresses are sweet but completely carefree. Pledging allegiance to this Australian designer are heartthrobs Kate Moss, Diane Kruger, and Chloe Sevigny. Insert twirly hearts emojis here. alicemccall.com
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esigner BIBI CHEMNITZ merges Nordic influences with tailored garments. Her Autumn/Winter 2014 collection of monotone-colored wool coats, nylon jackets, silk shirts, and jersey sweats are both loosely-fitted and functional. Taking inspiration from outdoor trekking and the artic dangers, these fits will take you far and beyond wintry horizons. bibichemnitz.com
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crown heads C
alifornia streetwear brand CORRUPT YOUTH believes in skaters, musicians, and artists. Its latest collection of bucket and 5-panel caps in “Sunset,” “Polar Camp,” and “Jungle” prints are made for heavyduty stuntin’ and everyday hustlin’. With a creed of “By the youth, For the youth,” they definitely know what’s up. corruptyouthclothing.com
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uxury knitwear brand WLE LONDON finds a diamond in the rough with Black Diamante. Inspired by the heritage of England architecture, designer Egle Vaituleviciute combines a traditional craft with contemporary designs in her collection of black jumpers, bomber jackets, pencil skirts, and T-shirt style vests with asymmetrical and feminine patterns in lighter shades. withloveegle.blogspot.com
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ESSA PACKARD’s Predator/Prey collection might sting a little bit—but not without a fashionable cause. The jewelry designer’s latest offering of earrings, necklaces, and rings of wasps and honeycombs rendered in gold and paired with precious gems make these creatures creep up on your style statement. tessapackard.com
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o SHADE here, that’s for sure. This London-based streetwear brand’s latest collection of mesh tees, cropped tops, dresses, and bucket caps make the ladies throw their two’s in the air. Laid-back and just plain cool, these ensembles go hand-in-hand with a black lipstick and a badder attitude. shadelondon.com
heart & seoul T
here’s a certain charm to Koreanbased brand 91,2. One, it doesn’t take itself seriously, and the other, their collection of “Mini-Skirts” are just the right amount of short and leg. Embossed with a Japanese character, the brand’s neoprene jackets, nylon coat dresses, and bags are heart-grabbing and worthy to be your next favorite piece. 912.co.kr
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hether you’re lounging around the ship deck or waiting for your next drink by the pool, you must make a statement with CEDRIC CHARLIER’s Resort 2015 collection. Coats, dresses, and pants clash head on with colorblocking patterns, geometric designs, and bold cuts to make sure you’re giving vacationers something to talk about. cedric-charlier.com
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ewelry designer RACHEL ENTWISTLE brings an ancient connection to the present world through Modern Primitive. With every piece handmade in her East London studio, their latest pieces of bracelets, necklaces, bar studs, chain earrings, large hoops, ear cuffs, and double arrow rings made of gold and silver give a vintage touch to the modern gal. rachelentwistle.co.uk
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ne look at LES BENJAMINS and you can tell that designer Buynamin Aydin is leading a rebellion. From T-shirts, sweaters, woven shirts, jogger pants, and coats, he raises the flag to social movements and street art while creating a conscious conversation about the meaning of his designs. Taking the stand one shirt at a time, a salute is in order. lensbenjamins.com
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he verdict is in, NOT GUILTY HOMME is guilty of all things graphic and black. From the court to the streets, the brand’s Spring/Summer 2015 collection of casual tees, tank tops, nylon shorts, and tailored pants are necessities in one’s everyday grind. May it be business or the real bitniz, Not Guilty Homme’s got your back. notguiltyhomme.com
Number theory
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layfully-designed socks, richly-colored sweaters, and cozy cardigans are just the right elements to combine as proven by SIX TIMES FIVE. The Turkish brand cuts through all the fuss to bring back the fun in everyday pieces by transforming them with a sense of quirkiness and ease. sixtimesfive.co
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THE GOODLAND HOTEL, CALIFORNIA
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ituated near surfing capital Santa Barbara, THE GOODLAND HOTEL has everything good about the well-known California cool. Take pleasure in the scenic shoreline, ride the waves, or dive into laid-back pleasures offered by the poolside bar with specialty cocktails and spiked aqua frescas. When the night rolls in, lie in bed and fall asleep to your favorite vinyl as the hotel provides guests with record players to complete their getaway experience. Designed with elements of nostalgic American images such as a vintage house car and a record concierge, the hotel channels the look and feel of a traditional surfing lounge in all of its 158 rooms. This haven is an escape and relaxation unique to the West Coast.
5650 Calle Real, Goleta California 93117 thegoodland.com
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THE BUTCHER SHOP & PUB, BONIFACIO HIGH STREET
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HE BUTCHER SHOP & PUB revives the established traditions of community while serving gastronomic goodness in the form of quality and timeless comfort food specialized by Chef Michael Figdor. Perfected over time and experience, dishes such as the Eggplant Parmiggiana and the Dumaguete Sisig offer rich and wholesome mouthfuls guaranteed to satiate even the hungriest. Steaks and other prime cuts are curated daily to ensure only the best selections are offered. Dine with the best of your friends and enjoy locally crafted concoctions and beer-infused cocktails in respectable interiors made of wood and sustainable materials to complete the honest and conscious experience of the restaurant.
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Dishes from THE BUTCHER SHOP & PUB are meant to be shared, but it wouldn’t hurt if you devour them by yourself.
Diner Double Cheese Burger Griddled beef patties, cheddar cheese, cocktail ketchup, and mayonnaise
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Surf and Turf Marinated beef sirloin, tuna steak, saffron mango salsa, and crustacean sauce atop a bed of rice
Island Express Pork belly, beef tadyang, wings, satay, and pickled vegetables with rice
Smoked Hash Smoked corned beef, chunky potatos, onions, and peppers served with two sunny side up eggs
Words by Olivia Estrada The Butcher Shop & Pub photos by Olivia Estrada PLATE photos by Rosario Herrera
G/F Wumaco Building, Lane P Bonifacio High Street Taguig City facebook.com/thebspub
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STORES TO SHOP
STORY, NEW YORK 144 10th Ave. at 19th St. New York, 10011 thisisstory.com Dime to Drop: P87-P12,200 ($2-$279) Don’t leave the store without: Q&Q SmileSolar watches, Modasten’s Kona sunglasses made from recycled skateboards, and a S’well water bottle with chalk ink pen.
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ike a magazine that features and a gallery that curates, STORY is a retail store that keeps customers guessing. Reinventing itself every four to eight weeks, the 2000-square foot area changes floor plans and merchandise depending on the new theme. Besides being an awesome retail space that carries clothing and accessories from Onia, Kamali Kulture, Stance Socks, Goodlife, and Dicks Cottons, the interior also gives justice to the current theme. Past themes like “Cool Story” featured a straw igloo installation and interesting products like Quirky Aros, the smart air conditioner, JIX Packs, connectors for straws to make your own creation, Hay Rosie Craft Ice Cream with flavors like Sriracha Popcorn, Brownie Brickle Crunch, and Sage Chocolate Chip, and AdNArt’s Ice Ball Glass Water Bottle with Fruit Iceball Maker that can freeze your fruit in the ball and let it infuse flavor into your water. A retail spot that’s colorful, full of life, and buzzing with different events per month, Story is the type of tale one could never be tired of hearing.
PROPERTY OF, HaMBURG Poststrasse 39, 20354 Hamburg thepropertyof.com Dime to drop: P2,300-P24,100 (EUR 40-EUR 420) Don’t leave the store without: Hector Backpack for the men, Niels Day Tote for the ladies, and a cup of Mr. Hoban’s coffee.
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f you walk around outside the Hanse Viertel, you’ll quickly spot PROPERTY OF’s new store. Reflecting on the brand’s trademark old café style, the store is nothing but warm and welcoming. A mix of white tiles, wood, and brick interiors, the store is adorned with potted greens, timbered tables, and wooden shelves that display bags and small accessories from Property Of, watches from Uniform Wares, Fromanteel, and Daniel Wellington, Traveler’s Notebook, Midori Kraft Envelopes, and a Monkey 47 gin. With a big bar counter, professional espresso machine, café tables, and chairs around the store, this space is perfect for shopping and meeting friends. Also found inside is aER4 201 friendly staff that SEP TEMB SEP TEMB ER 201 4 SEP TEMB ER 201 4 serves SE P TE MBE R 2014 SE P TE MBE SERP TE 2014 MBE R 2014 coffee from Mr. Hoban. While customers enjoy their cup LOO K SO KWSE WL EO VL EO V E LOOKS WE LOVE LOOKS WE LOVE LO L O O K LS OW O EK SL OWVEE L O V E of joe for free, they are also encouraged to donate money to Hamburger Tafel, a local Hamburg charity that S I nt adti eg m o ent Indigo Indigo S t a St et amt ee nmt e n t gives food to the homeless. MSot n r iopcehsr o m e Stripes S t r i p e s M oM n oocnhor cohmr eo m e
country road
Words by Loris Peña
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rive to COUNTRY ROAD where simple and relaxed style is synonymous to fine tailoring and attention to detail. With a collection of culotte shorts, printed jumpsuits, and shift dresses for the ladies and chinos, crewneck knits, and chambray shirts for the gents plus everything in between home decor and accessories, the good life is just a click away. countryroad.com.au
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T I C K ET GONE GIRL Adapted from Gillian Flynn’s novel of the same name, David Fincher leads Ben Affleck as Nick Dunne, a loving husband who is pinned as his wife’s murderer after she goes missing.
MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN Chad Kultgen’s novel comes to life, seeing a web of stories about both teenagers and adults navigating their relationships through the new wave of online communication.
CAMP X-RAY Upcoming director and writer Peter Sattler tells the story of an army recruit (Kristen Stewart) placed as a guard in Guantanamo Bay where her conviction is questioned as she befriends a detainee.
LOVE, ROSIE Pairing up Lily Collins and Sam Claflin, this British romcom follows best friends Rosie and Alex as they find a conclusion to their relationship while going their separate ways.
BIRDMAN This dark comedy shares the accounts of a has-been actor attempting a comeback by mounting a Broadway play as he tries to overcome skepticism from his daughter and his formal rival.
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A TO Z (NBC) Creator Ben Queen brings to us a romantic comedy series that chronicles the relationship of Andrew, a hopeless romantic working at an online dating site, and Zelda, a no-nonsense lawyer who stays away from relationships. After a chance meeting at Andrew’s office, the two establish that they have previously met at a concert from way back and consequently fall for each other.
THE FLASH (THE CW) After a brief appearance in The CW’s Arrow, Barry Allen returns with his own superhero series based on the DC Comics character Flash. Portrayed by Grant Gustin, Allen is a brilliant but awkward police forensic investigator with an unexplainable past. After getting struck by lightning in his laboratory, he discovers his newly-found superhuman speed.
STALKER (CBS) The Vampire Diaries’ Kevin Williamson delivers a fresh take on detective series following the Threat Assessment Unit of the LAPD. Played by Maggie Q and Dylan McDermott, Lieutenant Beth Davis and a mysterious, somewhat troubled Detective Jack Larsen investigate stalking incidents, zeroing in on different forms of obsession-based harassment.
P L A Y BAC K THE LOST BOYS (1987) The ‘80s LA nostalgia perfectly offsets the wickedness. Great soundtrack, too.
QUENTIN JONES (Illustrator, fashion filmmaker, photographer) @quentin_jones THE LABYRINTH (1986) I love it because of the costumes, the sets, and the camp sense of fun.
GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL (2014) It’s my favorite film of the year. Again, because of the sets and the sense of fun.
PAN’S LABYRINTH (2006) It’s one of my favorites because it offers a sense of magical realism and darkness.
FANTASIA (1940) I absolutely love this Disney classic simply because it’s bonkers and amazing.
Words by Janroe Cabiles
WHIPLASH The Spectacular Now’s Miles Teller stars as Andrew Neyman attending one of the best music schools in the country to become the top jazz drummer, but eventually finds himself under a ruthless maestro.
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BOOKS TO READ
BOO K M AR K
HOT O F F THE P RE S S YES PLEASE By Amy Poehler Versatile actress, writer, producer, and director Amy Poehler now conveniently comes in a book. Yes Please is filled with her guaranteed hilarious quips and surprisingly serious musings about love, friendship, parenthood, and all the other complex, sometimes trivial, matters of life. Written in her sharp and clever voice, the irony remains that there is truth in humor.
VAMPIRA: DARK GODDESS OF HORROR By W. Scott Poole W. Scott Poole explores the life of ‘50s forgotten icon Maila Nurmi, whose paradigmatic role and influence in pop culture history has trickled down to the current era as seen in Disney’s Snow White, Charles Addams cartoons in New Yorker, the popular bondage magazine, Bizzare, and even to excess interpretations in Madonna and Lady Gaga. Nurmi’s social authority has long been lying in cult followings and books, but now, Poole revives her from the grave.
WHAT IF?: SERIOUS SCIENTIFIC ANSWERS TO ABSURD HYPOTHETICAL QUESTIONS By Randall Munroe Randall Munroe, the creator of the wildly popular webcomic xkcd, has produced one serious Q&A. Getting asked the most outlandish questions, Munroe sets out to answer the most bizarre of them with the help of extreme research–combing through declassified military projects, computer simulations, nuclear reactor operator interviews, and many more.
kanye west Superstar By Byron Crawford
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rguably one of the most sensational rappers alive, Kanye West’s story is now laid out from the (heavily biased) angle of legendary hip-hop blogger, Byron Crawford. Tracing Kanye’s journey from growing up with highly dysfunctional parents to every kind of beef Kanye has been involved in (two US presidents, Jay-Z, and the renowned Taylor Swift swipe)up until his current status as a huge force in the entertainment industry, Byron has it all in this book. Here are a few lines from Yeezus’ biography: “Kanye West is not as concerned with whether or not something seems like a good idea.” “[Kanye is] the kind of person who will accomplish anything and everything he sets his mind to, regardless of what other people think.”
“The fact that Kanye’s father was once a marriage counselor in a church makes me suspect that he’s an epic manwhore, and that would help explain Kanye’s obsession with pron.” “Freud would have had a field day with that one: The fact that Kanye’s mom wrote an entire book about raising him.”
Words by Kitkat Ramos
F OOT N OTE S Wife Kim Kardashian made a book of selfies for her husband Kanye West as a wedding present. This should not come as a surprise.
It may have been difficult to put together What If? for webcomic Randall Munroe, but this might not have been the case since he was a former NASA roboticist anyway.
Amy Poehler reunites with SNL-alumnus and long-time friend Tina Fey to play sisters for a film called The Nest. Another hilarious comedyBaby Mama-drama? Yes please!
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MUSIC TO HEAR
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PETITE MELLER soundcloud.com/petitemeller
CHARLI XCX charlixcxmusic.com
CARLOS CASTAÑO soundcloud.com/carloscastano
“Whitney” Marlin He’s a DJ and a friend from France who made my “Backpack” remix. I just think he’s brilliant.
“Moi Je Joue” Brigitte Bardot To be honest, this song is my ultimate naked dancing theme song.
“I’ll Never Be Able To Love” Shamir Bailey Shamir wrote a song for my new album. I just love his voice and writing.
“Jubel” Klingande This track has the best sax parts. I absolutely love it.
“Fever Boy” Femme She’s also from the UK and she makes clever pop music.
“Satellite of Love” Lou Reed This is such a classic song. I get so emotional every time I hear it.
“Kyoto” Yung Lean This is my favorite song from him. His lyrics are genius.
“Chandelier” Sia I think it’s one of the best pop songs of the year with one of the most amazing music videos.
“Retrograde” James Blake This song is so simple and beautiful that you just can’t help but repeat the song.
“Hip Hop” Mos Def Mos Def is like the god when it comes to hip-hop. He is the definition of what hip-hop should be.
“Quiet” Jason Mraz It’s his reflection on how noisy the world is getting. He just wants to go back to a quiet place.
“Indak” Up Dharma Down Armi just breaks my heart every time she sings. Everything about this song is so beautiful.
Releases
Reach for the STARS as the Canadian indie rock outfit is set to release another LP. Starting with the shimmery, power pop track, “From the Night,” the latest album sees that No One Is Lost on the dance floor.
Internet superstars OK GO are back with a bigger appetite than they had before. Following the previous EP they released last June, the idiosyncratic quartet returns to their alt rock sensibilities and viral music videos with Hungry Ghosts.
MUSIC NEWS
Sean Combs wants you! After launching REVOLT TV, Diddy revolutionizes the first ever Revolt Music Conference. Taking place at the worldfamous Fontainebleau in Miami, the four-day event will bring together some of the biggest names in music to speak on how to navigate the constantly evolving music business.
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Strip me baby one more time. Pop royalty Britney Spears is making a comeback with her own line of sleepwear apparel. Consisting of feminine lingerie sets with stunning embellishments, crochet edges, satin ribbons, and lace trim, The Intimate Britney Spears will be available exclusively on ASOS.com beginning October 23.
Head on over to the “Live Music Capital of the World” and catch the Austin City Limits 2014. Taking place on the 46-acre Zilker Park, get to enjoy amazing local eats and wares, free fun for the youngsters, green goings-on, and of course, awesome music from the likes of Eminem, Pearl Jam, Skrillex, Beck, and Lana Del Rey.
Two decades after their last record, PINK FLOYD has come back to the dark side. Despite the absence of Roger Waters, The Endless River mainly consists of ambient and instrumental music based on The Division Bell sessions.
Words by Pola Beronilla
Now that you know their name, third time’s the charm for indie rock duo THE TING TINGS. Kicking off with the melancholic pop jam, “Wrong Club,” gear up with your best dancing shoes as things could get Super Critical.
TEC H PACK
FreeWavz Smart Earphones Pentax Q-S1 Camera • Comes in 40 different color combinations such as champagne, khaki green, and charcoal black • Built with in-body shake reduction capabilities • Includes a 12.4 megapixel, back illuminated CMOS image sensor for sharp images • Easy to carry with a weight of 200 grams
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LITTLE LEAGUE These small curiosities are undeniable heavyweights.
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Timex IronMan One GPS + Smartwatch
• Equipped with four full-range drivers and two subwoofers for a 360-degree sound experience • Doubles as a speakerphone via Bluetooth • Boasts of an eight-hour battery life • Secured in a waterproof casing and comes with a cord to hang around your shower head
Polaroid Cube Action Camera
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• Measures at a height of 35 mm to redefine the compact camera • Has 124-degree wide angle lens for good landscape shoots • Supports up to 32gb memory • Capable of 1080p HD video recording for a clear and crisp resolution
• Offers standalone 3G connectivity—it doesn’t need to connect to your phone to get the job done • Uploads your health data to a fitness website for quick analysis and reference • Stores up to 4GB worth of music for long playtime • Provides premium display with a 1.5inch, always-on Mirasol touchscreen SRP: P17,200
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D O W N L OA D S Madefire Motion Books & Comics by Madefire Inc. Read your favorite comic books and graphic novels while browsing through new releases via in-app purchasing.
Moviewood by Nevosoft LLC
MoMA by MoMA
Produce the next blockbuster by controlling your own studio, browsing through scripts, and picking your own actors.
Schedule your next visit, be updated with the latest exhibits, and listen to your favorite MoMA artists and curators.
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BOBBI BROWN Smokey Eye Mascara in Black P1,800 ESTÉE LAUDER Double Wear Brush on Glow BB Highlighter P1,850
TRISH MCEVOY Instant Eye Lift P1,795.57
YVES SAINT LAURENT Mascara Volume Effect Faux Cils Baby Doll P1,417.56
BOBBI BROWN Smokey Eye Kajal Liner in Noir P1,450
GIORGIO ARMANI Luminessence CC Color Control Bright Moisturizer SPF 35 TORY BURCH Lip Color in Sun of a Gun P1,512.06 MAC Haute & Naughty Lash P1,200
ESTÉE LAUDER Double Wear All-Day Glow BB Moisture Makeup SPF 30 P2,100
MAC Fluideline in Blacktrack P1,100
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ESSIE Nail Polish in Topless & Barefoot P401.64
DIOR Diorshow Fusion Mono Matte Longwear Professional Eyeshadow P1,464.81
TOM FORD Lip Color Shine in Bare P2,362.59
AB O U T FACE v a ni t y b o x
bright might Paying tribute to strong, fearless, and rebellious femininity, SHU UEMURA paints chic rock to empowered faces with their Brave Beauty Fall 2014 collection. Raising the flag for feminine warriors, this collection of heavy metal colors and textures are bold and down right beautiful.
The essence of confidence, ESTÉE LAUDER MODERN MUSE EAU DE PARFUM has the right amount of style and independence. A rich blend of florals and woods mixed with the contrast of exotic mandarin, having the scent of a badass female is a must.
You can now have cake and make your scalp eat it too. Yeah, you read it right. REVERIE BY GARRET MARKENSON CAKE is an anti-aging and growth serum that contains swiss apple stem cells and can help hydrate your scalp for a thicker, smoother, and healthier hair.
Expert Advice Apply highlight directly onto the face and blend with fingers along the bone to create a dimensional face.
Inspired by jewel minaudieres, PRABAL GURUNG X MAC is nothing but golden. Launching mid- or late November, this collection of items including lipstick, lipglass, bronzing powder, kohl eye pencil, and cream color base intend to make a woman feel like a million bucks.
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NAILFINITY
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ucked in Taft Avenue, dressed in white and turquoise blue, this little heaven offers pampering and relaxation. Clearly all about nails, NAILFINITY also provides services like gel polishes, body scrub, waxing, and body massages. With their almost all-white interiors and pucciesque patterned seats, one will find herself drifting in the Mediterranean enjoying a much needed break. 2510 EA, Fernandez bldg., Taft Avenue, Manila +639172405632 @nailfinity
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Complete your out-of-the-box ensemble with a pair of patent brogues as seen on It boy Gianni Bab.
Street style photos courtesy of jponfashionspeed.com, stylechoreo.blogspot.com, theshadesandscarf.com, and lelook.eu
Paul Ramos of The Style Choreo looks dapper wearing a pair of brown wingtips.
Crepe-soled brogues are definitely next-level.
A classic black and white brogues for a stylish young lady.
VOGUE BROGUE Brogues are the hardest working, most practical shoes you can sport from day to night. Seen on the Michael Kor’s Fall/Winter 2014 show, invest in a pair that would last you for a lifetime. After all, they look better as they age.
Makeup artist Austeen Soriano gets a lift from his Prada espadrille brogues.
By JP Singson Gender-bending black quarterbrogues with contrasting royal blue socks.
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AT C H Photographed by Francis Gumayagay
overcoat by Veejay Floresca varsity shirt by Topshop jumpsuit by Topshop shoes by H&M
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coat by Veejay Floresca skirt by H&M socks by Nike trainers by H&M
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suit by Veejay Floresca vest by Veejay Floresca trousers by Veejay Floresca sports bra by Nike socks by Nike shoes by Zara
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top by adidas Originals by Rita Ora shorts by adidas Originals by Rita Ora socks by Nike shoes by Zara
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cardigan by Burcu’s Angel sweater by Veejay Floresca skirt by Veejay Floresca
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crop top by Topshop skirt by Veejay Floresca shorts by Veejay Floresca socks by Nike shoes by Zara
Makeup Timothy Ro Hair Jeremy Nichols Assistant Photographer Darwin Abad Model Impy Lukkarila of Next Models Los Angeles
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Maehara by Tetsuya d e h p ra g Photo nda yano Santa Styled by A
shirt, stylist’s own tank top by H&M belt by Levi’s trousers by Topman socks, stylist’s own shoes by Vans
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top, stylist’s own hat by CA4LA
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shirt, stylist’s own belt by Lee trousers by Topman
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jacket by Levi’s tank top by H&M
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shirt, stylist’s own belt by Levi’s trousers by H&M
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top by Topman trousers by H&M
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shirt, stylist’s own vintage trouses, stylist’s own
Grooming Takuya Uchiyama using Bed Head by TIGI and Mac Cosmetics Model Jonathan of Oxygen Models
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Ain’t no sunshine Photographed by Kenji O Styled by Loris Pena
jacket by H&M cropped top by American Apparel
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sweater by H&M skirt by Forever 21
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blazer by River Island cropped top by Forever 21 trousers by Topman boots by H&M
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coat, stylist's own top by IZOD skirt by Miss Selfridge boots by H&M
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coat by H&M boots by H&M
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sweater by H&M pants by Topshop
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jacket by H&M pants by River Island shoes by H&M
Hair and Makeup Jerry Consulta Model Kasia of Reign Models
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SILVER LINING
Shine through this cold weather by accessorising properly with silver necklaces, chunky boots, bucket caps, and sneakers. Product Photography by Miguel Miranda
From left to right: Suiteblanco [P699], Suiteblanco [P499], River Island [P790], River Island [P990]
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HARDCORE Put some punk into it.
From top to bottom H&M [P4,490] Miss Selfridge [P3,995] Topshop [P4,395] River Island [P5,290]
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an k l e b o o t s
move free Walk a mile and more in these boots.
Call It Spring [P3,455]
Forever 21 [P1,590]
Call It Spring [P3,455]
le k e nn e t h c o 0 1 4 r2 fall / win t e
H&M [TBA]
H&M [P4,490]
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S A TCHE L S
swing things
Satchels for everyone.
H&M [P1,690]
Call It Spring [P2,095]
Suiteblanco [P1,699]
Topshop [P2,595]
r c jac o b s ma r c by mat e r 2 0 1 4 fall / win
Warehouse [P2,245]
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Forever 21 [P1,135]
b o y f r i e nd j e ans
WITH LOVE
The lazy style is now acceptable.
From left to right River Island [TBA] Forever 21 [P1,175] Forever 21 [P1,435] Topshop [P3,395]
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b u c k e t c aps
HEAD RUSH
Bucket caps are making a comeback.
From top to bottom Stussy [P2,500] Creative Elite Operation [TBA] Obey [P2,350]
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j o gg e r pan t s
on the run Jay would approve.
Topman [P2,195]
Undefeated [P2,690]
Penshoppe [P1,022]
21 Men [P1,099]
rs mi c h a e l ko 0 1 4 r2 fall / win t e
Topman [P2,195]
Oxygen [P1,099]
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sn e a k e r s
sole supremacy
Sperry [P2,795]
Keds [P2,995]
A kick above the rest.
Keds [P2,995]
Pedro [P3,795]
Sperry [P2,795]
Vans [P2,498]
Vans [P2,798]
Nike [P6,995]
lac o s t e r 2014 fall / win t e
Sperry [P2,795]
Nike [P6,995]
Vans [P2,798]
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Call It Spring [P2,245]
Vans [P2,798]
bomber jackets
ZIP UP
Bomber jackets to go.
From left to right 21 Men [P1,025] H&M [TBA]
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M U S E
Blissfully stuck in a world full of imagination, shaggy-haired, rock & roller HEATHER KEMESKY blurs the line between darling and danger. Parceled in a beautiful, androgynous look that has worked with the likes of Veer NYC, Forever 21, Kohl’s, and Revolve Clothing is a young dreamer set on playing the chameleon. By Janroe Cabiles Photographed by Emman Montalvan Hair and Makeup Tami K. Shirey
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vision of sharp angles, thick eyelashes, and pale skin, Heather Kemesky has all the tools she needs to take the industry by storm in her Converse sneakers. Adamant to conforming to one classification, she can change from a gentle, nymph-like goddess in the water or the forest to an androgynous, grungy muse in leather jackets. “It’s important for models to be able to do it all and be many different things,” she shares. “I think the opportunity for work is much greater when you have more than just one face.” A natural canvas for portraying different personas, 14-year-old Heather was eager to start her journey towards her dream job. Doing a few acting gigs with her brother when they were kids, her mother wasn’t surprised to find Heather interested in the other parts of the industry. “With the experiences you get in the industry and from the people you work with, you definitely learn things you can’t get from school. That’s why this job is great if you use your brain wisely.” Underneath her short, chestnut hair lies an imaginative mind, and behind her piercing green eyes a youthful soul that is fascinated by the surreal. Obsessed with all Tim Burton films, she puts The Nightmare Before Christmas at the top of her list. Her five favorite artists are Danny Elfman, The Rolling Stones, Michael Jackson, Van Halen, and Led Zeppelin. If she were to be stranded in one place on earth, it would be Disneyland. With all her quirks and beautiful traits, it’s no surprise that thousands of guys and girls have asked for her hand in marriage. Heather’s words of advice: “Good luck.”
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GIRL MEETS BOY
My style inspiration comes from the people I’ve met, the places I’ve been to, the things I’ve been through, and the time when I was a kid sharing clothes with my brother. My style is very easy, comfortable, a bit rock & roll, and boyish majority of the time. My wardrobe consists of a lot of black and denim. I also have a little collection of vintage tees I love.
GOT INK
I have eight tattoos. I got a bow that says “beautiful life” in French on my leg when I was 17. It’s my least favorite tattoo because I think it’s cheesy, but I’ve learned to be okay with it. On my arms, I have three triangles, a line, a cross, the word “meow,” and “we all die young.” On my wrist is a star and a moon. No one can ever guess what my neck tattoo is, so I want to keep it that way.
A DIFFERENT TRACK
If I wasn’t modeling, I would probably be doing something in animation or film. I have quite a big imagination and keep a collection of rare thoughts; I would definitely put it to use. I like the idea of living in dream worlds. If you can create stories and characters, you bring them to life and they become real. Also, a little secret fantasy I have is to become a Formula One racer.
ARROW AND TARGET
What inspires me the most is the end result. Everything I do, everyone I meet, whether it’s a good or bad experience, all of it motivates and inspires me to do better everyday. There are so many things I want to accomplish. At the end of it all, I plan to have a ranch on a beautiful piece of land with my whole family and live happily ever after.
@heatherkemesky
BRIGHT LIGHT LEAKS LA-based singer KIMBRA spent most of her formative years readying herself to become the artist we all know her for: an overlap of hyper real pop, haunting surrealism, and indie soul. Now with a new record out, she shows us that she is more than the artist that we used to know. By Isa Almazan Photographed by Thom Kerr
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imbra Lee Johnson began writing her own songs at the age of ten. Two years later, she picked up the guitar and consequently started singing. Nowadays, she simply goes by her first name, a mononym that’s equally inimitable to her music that’s atypical against what’s normally on the radio. But that’s not saying that her sound is attuned to highfaluting intricacies of music. On the contrary, Kimbra is purely and unapologetically easy on the ears with a drizzle of deviance. She describes a Kimbra song as being made up of imagination, melodic freedom, soul, and color. And these are the same elements that she extends to her collaborations. In 2011, her debut album, Vows, crossed over oceans and was released in various parts of the world. And with the meteoric “Somebody That I Used To Know,” Kimbra, together with partner-in-crime Gotye, took the entire world by the collar and made everyone pay attention to this somebody. The song didn’t only give Kimbra a Grammy, making her the third New Zealander to receive the music award, but it also gave her the ability to share her music to a larger audience and the chance to work with more artists. Following the path that opened to her, it led her to work with As Tall As Lions, Miami Horror, and John Legend. “[Collaborating] helps you to let go of your assumptions and preconceived notions– creativity is best when it isn’t restricted, and my experience with various artists has shown me that,” she relays. This is why it comes tono surprise that Kimbra’s new album, The Golden Echo, had various artists give a hand to it. Antemasqueman’s Omar Rodríguez-
López, Mew’s Jonas Bjerre, Queens of the Stone Age’s Michael Shuman, and acclaimed bass player Stephen Bruner all lent their genius in its production, while Muse’s Matt Bellamy and Foster the People’s Mark Foster both appear in the album’s first single, “90s Music.” It could all be considered as namedropping, but track by track, The Golden Echo proves to be a carefully curated set of songs with a well-thought-out repertoire of featured artists, musicians, and co-writers. Describing the studio experience of bringing in someone like Stephen Bruner a.k.a. Thundercat into the room with Daniel Johns from Silverchair and coming up with the track, “Miracles,” as an idyllic scenario, Kimbra knew what exactly what she was doing– playing with a purpose. After moving to LA and releasing her first album, Kimbra has been up to her knees with writing new material and performing in front of different and varied cultures, listeners, and audiences. “I also learned a ton about life on the road and what it’s like to live with a lot of people knowing who you are. It’s interesting to have a glimpse of that, but I also needed to realign after all of it and find my center again, which is the best place I can create from.” Having to acclimate to different environments, writing material in different parts of the world, and busying herself with collaborations has helped her stay inspired while working on her own material. With an even higher valuation for collaboration, Kimbra understands herself now more when it comes to her own creative process. She elaborates, “It also helps to refine the ways you work best as an artist. I see myself as a student every day, looking at all opportunities as a teacher and a tool to refine your craft as an artist.” Describing The Golden Echo as “a kid on top of a spaceship catching meteors and punching clouds,” Kimbra’s sophomore effort is one that’s bound to propel her to higher highs. On her list is hopefully working with Nigel Godrich, Rufus Wainwright, and filmmaker Wed Anderson, whose resume is as in full color as Kimbra’s vision. And if that’s any indication, we know for a fact that we should be on our toes as we expect more from Kimbra.
kimbramusic.com @kimbramusic
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MAESTRO
“It’s usually what the beat makes me feel; that’s how I start writing.”
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ith a local DJ as a father during the early ‘90s New York, Chelsea Dudley grew up loving everything about music–from dancing, singing, and being in front of the camera. “I’ve always been around music. I knew it’s what I’d do for the rest of my life. I didn’t have a choice.” Now under the moniker Chanel West Coast, this promising hip-hop artist raps and belts out rhymes with a feminine swag as seen in her music videos “Blueberry Chills” with fellow female rapper Honey Cocaine and “Been On” with sensationalized rapper French Montana. Starting out onscreen as a host on MTV, Chanel gets the deal every young rapper dreams of–being signed to Young Money records, owned by the infamous Li’l Wayne. With much anticipation from both fans and critics alike, her debut album is waiting to be released by the end of the year. In between the TV world and her music dreams, Chanel deals with a lot of bad press but shows a lot of love for the good side over the bad. “I love it and I wouldn’t change it for the world. I love being on the shows, being exposed to all these people, and having an amazing fan base.” Before becoming a musician, you’ve been known for MTV shows like Fantasy Factory and Ridiculousness. In what way have your experiences in these shows influenced your music career now? My life outside of the shows has influenced my music more than anything. But being on these shows exposed me to a lot of people. It gave me a fan base and put me on the spotlight, which have been great. It’s been a little hard to overcome people putting the persona on me that I’m just a reality star–that I’m not talented. But it’s been really interesting to see how separate the TV world is from the music world. They’re together in some ways, but they’re also very separate at the same time. A lot of people who watch the shows aren’t even music fans in a sense, so it’s all very interesting.
You’re signed to Young Money Records. There is a lot of great material coming from their roster, how does it feel being part of a pool of great artists? Honestly, I wouldn’t wanna be on any other team. Having Young Money behind me is the greatest stamp of approval as a hip-hop artist. And it’s amazing because you feel like you’re part of a family, being a part of this record company. Wayne of course is very welcoming and very open to my creativity and all the artists’ creativity on the label. It’s a really good environment. Walk us through your creative process from the conception until it reaches the airwaves. I’ve been writing poetry since I was a little girl. Then I just started writing poems over beats, which is how I started rapping. I was always into singing as well, I just didn’t know how to write songs at first. So I started by writing rap. My creative process is just getting into a studio and listening to a beat. It’s usually what the beat makes me feel; that’s how I start writing. If it’s a beat that sounds like a party beat, I’ll probably write a party song. If it’s a beat that sounds more like a love song, I’ll write a love song. That’s how I do it. I always write poems over a beat. What’s next for Chanel West Coast? The plan is to put this album out and then I’m going to start my own tour in early 2015. I wish I could tour sooner and put the album out sooner, but right now, we’re still filming for Fantasy Factory season seven and also Ridiculousness season six next month. With all the filming, we had to push the music back a little bit, but it’s all good. As soon as the album comes out, I’m going to headline my own tour.
iamchanelwestcoast.com @chanelwestcoast
down in this coast Being exposed to the trade as a host in a couple of MTV shows, CHANEL WEST COAST now looks into the camera under a different persona. With big plans next year for her big music debut, there’s not one ounce of ridiculousness in this budding rapper’s plans to grow in the industry. By Kitkat Ramos
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MAESTRO
Chilltronica duo ODESZA remixes their ambient dream-like beats for their sophomore release, filling it with smooth pop-infused rhythms set to awaken summer past. By Nicole Nequinto Interview by Kitkat Ramos Photographed by Tonje Thilesen
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he months leading towards the release of the muchanticipated second album have been busy for ODESZA, an electronic duo made up of college friends Harrison Mills and Clayton Knight. The hype has been wild, holding onto any news of the upcoming beats. “A little bit of pop, a little bit of hiphop, and your basic electronica and experimental tracks,” he teases. “Some ambient tracks will come in, so it’s all over the map.” All over the map is certainly the phrase used when talking about the band’s past few months leading up to the drop date. From sold-out shows across America to earning a slot at Coachella to playing gigs in Australia and other festivals, it’s a wonder how they were able to find time to perfect their sophomore release. Following their 2012 debut, Summer’s Gone, the Seattle-based electronica outfit has gained massive hype after unveiling their work online. Their mix of atmospheric melodies, glitched vocals, and uplifting ambient vibes gained them a devoted following with two singles making number one on the Hype Machine Popular Chart. Despite their busy tour schedule, the band found time to drop their EP, My Friends Never Die, and
the remix of Pretty Lights’ “Lost and Found,” which found its way on the soundtrack of Divergent. When they’re not on tour, the routine back at their home base is creating more music. “We meet in the studio at 9 AM and then just work until 5 PM,” Clay shares. “Like a 9 to 5 job working on music.” The second album, aptly titled In Return, has thrown the band to a new direction in terms of building their music. “It’s a whole new experience for us. We’ve never worked with vocalists before and I kinda had to relearn how we went about making music,” Clay explains. “We usually start with a vocal piece and build a song around it. But this was the opposite way. We’d build music and write a song around that. It was definitely a new experience and we learned quite a bit.” The experimentation can be seen; when there were once glitched vocals, there are now full verses with infectious pop hooks. Featuring vocalists such as Zyra, Shy Girls, Jenni Potts, Madelyn Grant, and some, fans of the old sound will be met with chill beats with a popping new twist. Upon the release of a new album in a revamped version, the group has also spent time changing their live shows, some
of which have already sold out in anticipation of the new album. “Some of the tracks were made so long ago and we’ve learned so much since then that it can’t compete with the newer music out now.” Although the set has been freshened up to match their growth as musicians, they still stay true to their old beats. “We kept the heart of the old tracks and tried to add the instrumentation on them.” With the constant slew of new artists releasing track upon track and remixing, it has become a crazy scene for electronica enthusiasts. Pulling influences from French electro group M83 and experimental band Animal Collective, ODESZA doesn’t seem to be phased in the everchanging landscape of today’s music. “If you try to follow a trend or a fad, you can get lost pretty fast and get swept under the rug,” Clayton reflects. “Definitely finding a unique sound is something that can keep you relevant as time goes on.”
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Under His Spell He probably caught your attention as the dubious but gorgeous Frederick Beauchamp from the TV series Witches of East End, but there’s more to CHRISTIAN COOKE than playing a warlock and making his on-screen family nuts with skepticism. By Denise Mallabo Photographed by Ross Ferguson
of work. I would audition and get parts. That started when I was young and I just thought that this is something that I want to do. I’ve always been very ambitious and I just carried on doing it. I never thought about doing anything else. Just as soon as I realized that this is a viable profession, I had my heart set on it.
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hristian is no stranger to the TV world, having done a lot of series in the UK. Now venturing into the big screen, there’s no stopping him. When Christian was nine years old, he was part of an amateur dramatics club where his mum, together with his younger brother, would take them. From there, Christian had an instant fascination with acting and couldn’t get enough of it. A native of Leeds, he moved to London and has been based there for a while. “I live in London, but I spend a lot of time in Los Angeles, so I’m sort of back-andforth. I do get quite homesick and have been missing my friends a lot,” admits Christian He played Freddie Taylor in the British coming-of-age comedy drama written and directed by English comedians Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, Cemetery Junction. Christian also starred in a bunch of TV series in the UK namely Demons, Trinity, where he co-starred with Game of Thrones’ Charles Dance, and The Promise after breaking through in the US soil. Now, he’s part of the US supernatural drama Witches of East End. STATUS caught up with the busy actor to find out about his upcoming projects, his
“P hilip S e y mour Ho f f m an w as al w a y s and s t ill is m y idol. For me, he w as s or t o f m y ac t ing god.”
experience working with a Lannister, and his new movie, Love, Rosie. What have you been up to lately? I’ve been busy. I’ve been asked to direct a short film by writer Ray Robinson, a British novelist who wrote his first screenplay. I did a film last year called Electricity; Ray wrote the novel to Electricity, which was then adapted to a screenplay. I’ve also been preparing for this movie that I’ll be directing and I can’t wait to get things together. How was it like working with the likes of Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, and Tywin Lannister himself, Charles Dance? It was amazing. I’m a fan of Ricky, Steve, and Charles; they are kind of my idols in a way. The part in Cemetary Junction was a part I thought that I wouldn’t get, so it was a surprise that I got it. For them to cast me in their film was really humbling and exciting. It’s incredible to work with people that you’ve watched and admired for a long time, so it was an amazing experience. Does it get intimidating working with these actors? I’m not the sort of person who gets freaked out or overwhelmed with people who are wellknown or famous. Ultimately, they’re just normal people doing their job that happen to be in the public eye. I really don’t find it intimidating because if it’s the people you admire, it’s more of exciting. How did you know that acting was the career you should choose? I just fell in love with it. I love doing it. When I realized that I could actually do it for a living, I started to get bits
How do you adapt to fit a certain role that you have to portray be it in a TV series or movie? It’s different for every role; it depends on whatever the part or what the character dictates. At times, I have to do a lot of research. It’s all about thinking about the character, what would be truthful for the character in terms of what decisions he would make and why. Can you tell us about your upcoming movie, Love, Rosie? It’s based on a novel called Where Rainbows End by Cecelia Ahern. It’s a great story. The actual novel is set over 50 years, but the film was adapted over 12 to 18 years. It’s this romantic comedy about two best friends that are meant to be together but different circumstances are pulling them apart. I play the love interest of the lead in the film, Lilly’s character, someone that she meets also in school that she ends up being with. What is your dream role? And which actor would you want your dream scene to be with? As I continue to get older, I’d like to do Shakespeare on stage or do some classical theater. Philip Seymour Hoffman was always and still is my idol. For me, he was sort of my acting god. What projects are you looking forward to next? I have Electricity that comes out this autumn. In terms of acting, there are a few lists bubbling that I’m looking to start in autumn, we’ll see which of them comes off. Then right now, I’m just working on getting this short film and getting the logistics of everything, so hopefully we’ll start shooting before Christmas.
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pipe dream fantasy It could either be a sweet dream or a beautiful nightmare, but MERIJN HOS can create a strange reality straight out of his mind’s fantasy. Through heavy strokes and vivid colors, he draws an intricate complexity to a world that’s both whimsical and eerie. By Pola Beronilla
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don’t dream a lot, probably because I live in a world of dream all day with my drawings and designs already,” says the Utrecht-based artist and illustrator. Crafting a universe of his own, Merijn Hos generates playful art that seamlessly combines a commercial aesthetic with an eccentric touch. He shares, “[I like creating] happy stuff that is a little bit weird.” Whether it’s his brightly colored landscapes or his erratic fictional characters, he always draws on his sharp eye for detail and precision. From Madrid to Dusseldorf to NYC, his works have traveled to cities far beyond his homeland of the Netherlands, as well as his imagination. Though the path that he walks on was always the inevitable route for him, Merijn didn’t realize his fate early on. “I never knew that I wanted to
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do something in art, but I have always loved drawing and painting,” he recalls. “My childhood was all about playing outside. I was never into video games and stuff like that. I got into skateboarding and graffiti later on.” Getting into the urban scene was a substantial influence in his life and career. “Being in these subcultures allow you to meet a lot of creative people who are also very passionate in what they do,” he admits. “First thing was discovering the Mission District artist from S.F. around 1999. Their DIY approach had a huge impact on me.” He continues, “I started doing paintings with abstract backgrounds and characters with the same energy and feel to it as I used to paint and tag graffiti. Later, they went on to call this street art.” While painting the town red and other hues, Merijn went on to study to become an architect. “I soon realized that it wasn’t for me; it has too many rules and regulations. I had to choose something else, something freer.” As he moved on to study illustration, he still struggled to draw forth. “I rather wanted to become a painter, a real artist, but I grew into it and started to enjoy it more and more,” he shares. “My thought was: I’ll finish my studies in Illustration and after that, I have the rest of my life to be an autonomous artist.” Working with clients like LeSportsac, Keds, Coca-Cola, and Nike, it wasn’t always this suave for the artist–he eventually had to draw
the line somewhere. While he was developing his craft in school, Merijn felt like having a much needed break. “I was doing a lot of colorful characters and collaborations with brands, it wasn’t a challenge anymore and I got bored,” he recalls. “I decided to quit drawing them for a couple of years. I didn’t want to become the guy that was only famous because of one character for the rest of my life,” he relays. “This was hard as I had to say no to a lot of jobs. I started reinventing myself by looking more at art and stepped away from the computer for a while. I learned to work with many different mediums but all with the same mood.” Currently, he splits his time between working as a commercial illustrator and working on his own personal projects, exhibitions, and independent publishing. “I actually always worked on free works during my studies, even more passionate than on illustration. It has always been my main source for the illustration work; it’s the part that I get my ideas from,” shares Merijn. “Now, I don’t have as much time to work on free projects as I would like to, but I always do a few exhibitions each year with work that has nothing to do with my illustration practice.” He goes on, “It keeps things interesting and refreshing.” Though he feeds on for kooky fantasies, Merijn certainly knows what sweet dreams are made of.
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to render in motion With a stock of music videos for artists like The Killers, Daft Punk, The Strokes, Depeche Mode, and most recently, Haim, it was only a matter of time before people knew music director WARREN FU. Forming sutures in the edgings of musicians’ scenes, his aesthetic is all about seeing out loud. By Kitkat Ramos
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’m not a celebrity by any means, but I am aware that there are a growing number of people both in the music and film industry who are familiar with my work,” says Warren. It’s been a little over five years since he first started producing videos for the industry, and he’s maintained a humble approach to his otherwise fame-mongering type of work.
“Directing in itself is a multi-creative discipline; it combines all art forms. You have to have at least some knowledge in photography, design, acting, editing, music, and so on.” Warren explains. Playing into today’s trend of artists who dabble in various art forms, Warren’s own set of skills are evident in his flaring series of music videos like Daft Punk’s “Instant Crush” with snippets of Julian Casablancas singing to the demise of two lovers melting hand-in-hand amidst a museum fire. In another heartbreak track, The Killers’ “Just Another Girl,” Dianna Agron stands in for Brandon Flowers, impersonating the frontman’s signature moves and memorable moments on music television. Depeche Mode’s “Soothe My Soul” is a deviation from the previous two, with its visceral shots aligned with the song’s ravaging lyrics and morose slow beats. The latest track on his repertoire is Haim’s “If I Could Change Your Mind,” where we see the sisters in a throwback reel, gyrating Michael Jackson’s dance moves on a stage calling back to the great Soul Train. “The biggest challenge for all of us was the fact that it was all our first dance video. But I’ve always been a fan of choreography growing up and always tried to find out who was responsible for the moves, whether it be Buddha Stretch for ‘Remember The Time,’ or Marty Kudelka for ‘My Love.’” When asked about the difference in
working with the band from the ones he’s already worked with, he says, “The biggest departure is that they are females and I’ve done mostly male bands. Other than that, the creative process was like any other band that I’ve worked with. I had already known Danielle for five years, so it was fun to finally collaborate with her on a project.” He continues, “The rest came very naturally and organically.” The toned-down approach, which comes in contrast to visual spectacles such as The Strokes’ “You Only Live Once” or Daft Punk’s “Derezzed” for the Tron: Legacy soundtrack, marks a new signpost in Warren’s visual journey. “I’m definitely trying to simplify these days. I used to try to jam as much as I could into a music video, I think it was so that people wouldn’t get bored.” Knowing now that less is more, he says, “I’m finding that if you have a good idea that is pure and strong, that is better than trying to clutter a lot of mediocre ideas that are usually rushed through during a shoot.” Consistently moving forward and going for the feel of the thrill, Warren always finds room for growth. “The most important thing for me as an artist is to keep doing things that are exciting, challenging, and interesting to me, and trying not to fall into a comfort zone.”
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tracing coats of colors Delicate strokes, running paint, luscious colors, and intricate details trail behind the hand of illustrator JESSICA MAY UNDERWOOD. Drawing on her love of fashion and literature, she smudges succulent florals and soulful bodies with her fine pencil. By Janroe Cabiles
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ispy pencil lines and gentle pops of watercolor drip as British native, US-based Jessica May Underwood traces fashion deities on paper. Her path to illustration began while she was studying at Central Saint Martins in London, when she interned at Alexander McQueen. During her final year, one of her designs was put on a silk scarf that was sold out. She then moved on to work with designer Hermione De Paula, honing her hand at floral and psychedelic prints, and then with Katy Perry’s stylist in making an outfit for her music video of “ET.” Other clients of hers include Vogue, Selfridges, Katy England, Condé Nast, House of Holland, and Kanye West. “I was brought up by parents with very different but complimentary ways of projecting the world,” she recalls. “One threw us into sailing and wild views while the other read aloud old novels and took us to museums.” Growing up in an environment that pushed her artistic tendencies, she started drawing and using watercolors at the age of nine. Another source of inspiration for Jessica was her love of literature, including Thomas Hardy, Mervyn Peake, John Steinbeck, Cormack McCarthy, and F. Scott Fitzgerald. “Romanticism is a subject running through all of what I do, which stemmed from a lot of early reading, but is something I could talk about for hours.”
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How would you describe your aesthetic? What influenced this fluid, romantic style of sketching or painting? I think aesthetic does not change. I like to look at something classic and rooted in culture and to properly understand it and go from there. I am fascinated by the assimilation of heritage, fashion history, and contemporary style and rolling it all into my line work. I also like reportage drawing and fast situational studies. My stylistic approach to my work just comes out. I don’t govern it. It’s a strong combination of both work and taste. What is your philosophy when it comes to art and design? I try to think in a linear way when it comes to the creation of something. I don’t think when I am drawing. Illustration is a finite method of cultural interpretation. That is why it is so important; it is a very free way of documentation. When given a new project, what is your process of collating ideas? The more ways to get parallel with the way a creative director thinks, the better the delivery. I like to have meetings, maintain the intelligence of the dialogue, and visual communication. I will work on a piece for as many hours as it takes. It can be external research, refined reference
imagery, or a creative concept, but the strength comes from imagination and how it comes out in pencil. After collaborating with the likes of Alexander McQueen, Harrods, Kanye West, and Vogue, I’ve learned to maintain professional consistency, respect, and absolute attention. It’s very delicate and aweinspiring to work with rushes of teams of brilliant thinkers. What hobbies do you have outside your art? What other skills do you have that not a lot of people know about? I know I have a lot but my friends would say they never see me doing anything else because I’m always working! Drawing isn’t something I can leave
anywhere. It is a bit of an obsessive lifestyle, but a very good one. I like a good road trip to the middle of nowhere. I also consult for a vintage print archive. What’s next for you? I’m doing a series of talks on illustration and botanics in the US and the UK set to start next year. I’ll also be moving to a larger studio, traveling more, and drawing as much as humanly possible.
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nlike some fairy tales, Illinois-born Scott Michael Foster had good sisters who helped him find his heart’s desires. He got into the world of acting when his older sisters started to join the theater. The nostalgic episode also includes his early love affair with films. Scott recalls, “I spent most days using my imagination instead of playing video games and I loved watching movies. I would watch the same movies over and over and act them out. I think that’s when I realized I wanted to be an actor.” After moving to Dallas, he pursued theater along with his studies only to find that his real passion lies between page scripts instead of bookmarks. “Once I started doing plays in middle school,
I realized I didn’t want to do anything else.” Eventually, Scott moved to every actor’s promised land, Los Angeles, to see his dreams take off in the big screen. Perfecting his methods by attending acting classes, doing commercials as well as landing roles in independent films, he traveled off to the land of myth and legend via ABC’s Greek. Playing Cappie was quite a good fit for Scott, “He was so much fun to play and I’d like to think we share the same desire to never grow up.” Scott found the key to longevity in his appearances in TV through hits like Friends with Benefits, The Closer and Law and Order: LA. During the days he’s not taking TV land by storm, Scott likes to
hang out with friends, watch movies, and ride his motorcycle. Being the adventurer that he is, he also likes to give back to the community and is an avid supporter of the Sue Weaver C.A.U.S.E. “My brother-in-law’s mother asked me to be a part of the charity a few years back. After I read about what they do and why they do it, I felt compelled to help.” Whether it’s charity work or acting, Scott never seems to be running out of things to do and is always full of surprises. Along with having a big impact on different roles in multiple shows, Scott is now a recurring actor on the hit ABC Family show, Chasing Life playing Leo Hendrie–a politician’s rich son struck with cancer. In playing the shut-in role, he shares. “Live your
They say that all good things must come to an end, but for actor SCOTT MICHAEL FOSTER the end is always just a beginning. With his repertoire of characters under his belt, he shouldn’t be left out in the cold. by Jericho Umali Photographed by James Stenson Styled by Gara Gambucci Grooming Melissa Walsh
life to the fullest. And as cliché as it sounds, you shouldn’t have to be sick to take advantage of life.” From the string of performances he’s been in, there’s no doubt that he takes advantage of the opportunities presented to him, as he takes on what people could say is his biggest roles yet. He’s set to play the real life counterpart of Frozen’s Kristoff on the hit ABC show, Once Upon A Time. He shares what got him interested in the role saying, “My nieces and nephews are big fans of Frozen and my parents and sisters are even bigger fans of Once Upon A Time. It was a perfect chance to impress the whole family.” With the trend of plot twists and unconventional story lines, both of these hits
are bound to impress today’s modern family, and Scott knows it. “Honestly, I believe the strong female characters in both stories are refreshing. People like to see new takes on archetypal structures.” And he also knows the trick to bringing a character to life. “Make it at least a part of it real for yourself. Finding a way to have what the character is saying and doing seem realistic and justified to you.” Whether it be a fun-loving college frat boy or a future Disney prince, Scott Michael Foster will always have the ability to bring out the magic of any character to life.
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First things first and three letters foremost, CHARLI XCX is music’s new pop princess. As she claims her title, she ditches the crown and everything fancy by stripping down to the bare essentials with her newest album, Sucker . by Olivia Estrada Photographed by Gavin Thomas hair Lizz Bierman Makeup Alyne Halvajian
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“I would never write a song I didn’t think was cool just for the sake of having a hit. I don’t know how to ‘write a song,’ but I don’t think anyone does. It’s all about liking what you do and having emotion in there.”
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today’s pop scene, there are good girls belting out songs of pure love and bad girls looking for their next high. Right between these two lanes is Charli XCX. There is a methodical madness as to how this young singer-songwriter balances out polar opposites. Her fashion choices, for one, take cue from Mariah Carey and Morticia Addams, while her music hovers between goth pop and early Madonna. She can turn it up with party starters Iggy Azalea, Icona Pop, and Ellie Goulding as well as call out sexism in the industry and support women empowerment. Let’s not forget to mention
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how she latched on to a love for French electronic music through Ed Banger Records in her early days. “All the Ed Banger artists really inspired me to begin making music. I remember finding out about that record label, hearing Uffie and Justice for the first time totally blew me away. I don’t think I create music like they do, but it was a starting point for me. It was a sound that I’d never heard before but was so fascinated by.” From then on, Charli made sure to translate her influences not just through her music but also through her beliefs. “I would never write a song I didn’t think was cool just for the sake of having a hit. I don’t know how to ‘write a song,’ but I don’t think anyone does. It’s all about liking what you do and having emotion in there.” As she drugs us with addicting lyrics, she spits out unconventional truth beyond her years. However, she confesses that her rule breaking isn’t about causing a scene. It’s a more
mature introspection about the career she has been developing. “There’s a song on my new record all about my frustrations as a songwriter. It speaks out against people who I feel have held me back and people who run the music industry.” Since she was 14, Charli has been earnestly peddling her music through underground gigs and in odd get-ups that earned her a few questioning looks. She has obviously championed from that with a portfolio that gets her an invitation to tour with Katy Perry and a spot on Billboard Hot 100 among other perks, such as getting decked out in some Jean Paul Gaultier. But among of all these, Charli treats her fame in the same way she deals with the critics. “I personally try to shut the whole thing down. I don’t like to get carried away. I just like getting lost inside my own brain. That always feels better to me.” Her penchant for British post-punk staples such as voluminous, raven black hair, bold lip colors, and heavy eyeliner along with her
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“I personally try to shut the [critics] down. I don’t like to get carried away. I just like getting lost inside my own brain.”
confidence to live by her own standards shouldn’t be confused for teenage angst. It’s Charli’s way of paying tribute to the glory days of pop. “I always felt like my melodies were more ‘80s and my lyrics were more ‘90s. I think that’s because I always watch ‘90s movies before I begin writing a song, like The Craft, Clueless, or Jawbreaker; all the colors and grades in those movies really inspire me.” The visual aspects that she integrates into her creative process makes her songs take off from the speakers and animate a life in technicolor. The risks that Charli takes as she puts down lyrics have been fair to her as she releases Sucker. Describing the album as raw, wild, and pop, she promises to showcase the innocence that she makes her songs with and the carefree attitude that is the cornerstone of pop music. For the smash hit, “Boom Clap,” she confesses, “It was inspired by romance. I just wanted to make a classic love song.” The second single, “Break The Rules,” is an ode to pop music’s eternal theme of going out and having fun as it goes, “I don’t wanna go to school / I just wanna break the rules / Boys and girls across the world / Putting on our dancing shoes.” Accompanied by a video where Charli dances on top of a yellow school bus and steals the mic during prom so she could perform right in the middle of the audience is a very vivid visual representation of Charli’s mission in the industry.
Adding up to her throwback sound, the album also comes from Charli’s eager collaborations with artists like Weezer, Stargate, and Vampire Weekend’s Rostam Batmanglij. “It’s been especially amazing working with Rostam,” Charli gushes “He pushes me so much; he’s become like a brother to me. We get the best out of each other. When we write together, it’s intense, but the music we’ve made has been brilliant.” It’s refreshing to see how Charli looks at her stardom after years of being in the sidelines, writing songs for music’s up and coming. Her wideeyed approach to the array of possibilities that now lay ahead is evident as she talks about her desire to write for Gwen Stefani. “She’s badass. She dresses like a superhero. I have no idea what the song would be about, but the best thing about Gwen is that she can do anything.” It is with this attitude that Charli not only makes her sound boom through stereos but also convinces us that in the middle of all the glitter, candy-coated lyrics, and rainbow-inspired themes, the music scene is overdue for a real pop takeover.
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After his first album + assembled a worldwide fan base, the most soulful of gingers, acoustic extraordinaire ED SHEERAN takes us through the bloodstream of his sophomore studio album and breaks down how x fits right into his equation. By Denise Mallabo Photos courtesy of Warner Music Philippines
the public for their consumption and interpretation. Marrying soulful beats with his acoustic core, x is a tight album packed with well-thought melodies–his lyrics unintentionally hit you right where it should be, which will leave you either gutted or hopeful. Starting off with the first track written for the album, “One” was the perfect number to begin with. “The whole of the first album is about one certain person. ‘One’ was the last song that I wrote about that person and it kind of shut the door on that as I opened a new one onto the record,” he says. “It was the first song that I completed where I definitely knew it was going on the new record.” An ending for a beginning, Sheeran starts strong with a song about the painful truth of rejection. While “One” exudes a bit of frailty, the track “Sing” boasts of an upbeat tempo as Sheeran sings about a sexy rendezvous. Working with N.E.R.D.’s Pharrell Williams, there has always been mutual admiration between the two. When they met at the Grammys, Williams expressed his interest on collaborating with the English man and the end result was “Sing,” the album’s first single. However, the process of making the song wasn’t a walk in the park. Like any collaboration, clashing ideas between the two transpired. “With ‘Sing,’ Pharrell played me a riff and I was like, ‘No, I don’t know if I can do anything with that, and he was like,
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ike a well-oiled machine, there was no stopping English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran from coming up with his next album. x, read as multiply, came into fruition in a span of three years, and for this latest offering, he went to the studio with notable artists like Pharrell Williams, music producer Rick Rubin, rapper Benny Blanco, and Snow Patrol’s Johnny McDaid. Matching the star power of the album’s intensity, it was most likely that he felt the pressure. Like any other artist trying to break the sophomore slump, this record is a make or break for the 23-year-old. For +, he had leeway to make mistakes and experiment on his music, but now, the time came
to prove that he actually meant business. Unlike his no-fuss, semi-acoustic, muted debut, he packed x with R&B influences and inspired beats–being the hip-hop fan that he is. Despite the difference in direction, it’s still not a complete departure from his first record. Incorporating rhythmic patterns into lyrics, the Sheeran staples are still very much present–he continues to hold his acoustic guitar against the barriers of modern pop. While his songwriting takes a bolder step, his songs still offer melancholic depictions any other person could relate to. MTV recently did a documentary called Nine Days and Nine Nights of Ed Sheeran where he explained how personal writing a song is. That at first, the song belongs to you, but once you have recorded it, it slowly starts slipping away–it now belongs to
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“The whole of the first album is about one certain person. ‘One’ was the last song that I wrote about that person and it kind of shut the door on that as I opened the door onto the new record.”
‘Man, you should just give it a try,’ and I was like, ‘Nah, I’m good’ and he was like ‘Fine,’ and we moved onto the next idea,” shares Sheeran. This track is a breath of fresh air from Sheeran’s mellow and fairly self-deprecating tracks. Its uptempo rhythm puts you in a foottapping mood that’s inevitable to resist. Somewhat of an homage of the Pharrell-produced Justin Timberlake song, “Like I Love You,” the track also has the spunk, funk, and Pharrell juice that are seamlessly stitched with the Sheeran touch. From a vibe like Timberlake’s, Sheeran also channeled his inner Marvin Gaye. “The perfect first dance song at a wedding,” describes Sheeran of “Thinking Out Loud,” which he co-wrote with musician Amy Wadge. A very soulful tune, Sheeran drew inspiration from meeting a “very cool” person at that time when he was at the process of writing the song. “The song’s approach was just so sweet and sums up how you feel about someone when you fall for them hard.” A non-breakup song, Sheeran crooning “So honey now / Take me into your loving arms / Kiss me under the light of a thousand stars / Place your
head on my beating heart / I’m thinking out loud / That maybe we found love right where we are” brings out the softer side of the singer-songwriter. Aside from his team up with P. Willy, Sheeran’s collaboration Snow Patrol’s Johnny McDaid exposed a different angle of him in “Photograph.” He recalls, “I was just humming stuff and started singing, ‘Loving can hurt / Loving can hurt sometimes / And it’s the only thing that I know,’ and that was the only bit I had. Johnny was like, ‘There’s something in there,’ and then we built the track more and more.” Within two hours, the song was done. A song with a steady drumbeat and wistful lyrics, “Photograph” is probably the most heartfelt track in the album. Ending his record is one of the most personal songs in the album written in memory of his grandfather, “Afire Love.” He relays ,“In season two of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, when Angel kills Jenny, she had a funeral and there’s a piano part that plays this cool, piece called ‘Jenny’s Lament.’ It’s a very sad, very emotive. It’s beautifully played. And I remember watching that and
thinking that I want to do something about that piano part someday, I just don’t know what and when.” While thinking for a viable subject matter for the melody, that’s when he had the idea of writing it about his grandfather. “My grandfather did have his house around four to 20 years, and it was a subject I really wanted to tackle. So I versed about that, then I couldn’t really think of the second verse. My grandfather passed away shortly afterwards and the second verse came out that day. I remember sitting in my grandmother’s living room with all the family around and playing the song and it was all a very emotional experience. ”Aside from writing it from a personal point of view, the a heart-wrenching song also tackles the topic of death, wherein your family will always be there for comfort.
Beautifully arranged with strings and heavy on the keys alongside hip-hop beats, “Afire Love” is one that people could easily relate to due to its emotional potency and sincerity. At the end of the day, whether x makes or breaks Sheeran, he knows his purpose as a performer and he enjoys it. Before starting a show, Sheeran always clears it out with his audience on how his show works. “Hi! My name is Ed. My job is to entertain you. Your job is to sing along and to be entertained.”
edsheeran.com @edsheeran
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TWICE DANIEL ARSHAM rescues us from the ordinary by defying time, reality, and space. He creates artwork that proves imagination cannot be a slave to the limits of what we see, as it is the master of possibilities. by Olivia Estrada Photos courtesy of Galerie Perrotin
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t started with a disaster. Young Daniel Arsham recognized an unexplained beauty in the catastrophe he was witnessing right before his eyes as he was chasing a hurricane with his camera. “These photographs were simple black and white images that depicted the destruction of the house that I lived in. I framed in nature that had been brought inside: the trees and leaves that were brought in the living room; plants in the kitchen, and water everywhere.” Daniel was struck at how these scenes where both foreign and yet familiar to his sight. It propelled him to appreciate art works that had the same effect. “I loved Avedon’s portraits. The palette I have is influenced by his kinds of photos, especially in painting. Often times,
Opposite page: Draped Figure Arms Out 2013 Photo by Joyce Jung
Left: The Eyes 2010
people confuse my painting as photographs and part of this is because they are rendered in black and white or in a very minimal color palette.” As the years went on, people started to notice that Daniel had a gift none could match. In 2004, he worked with choreographer Merce Cunningham for eyeSpace. As his first big claim to fame, the set design for the show challenged him to see beyond normal perceptions. “Merce had a very peculiar and particular way of working. The musician, the choreographer, and the artist worked together, but they didn’t know what the other was doing. They knew who was doing what, but none of us saw what the other one was making until the actual premiere,” reveals Daniel. He goes on, “When Merce asked me to make this stage design for him, he essentially said, ‘I would love for you to do it and then I will
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see you at the premiere.’ This was a terrifying invitation as a 24-year old artist who had never worked on stage designs.” Eventually, Daniel created distorted buildings that replicated 3D illusions to match the fluidity of dance. “I recognized that because of the fixed nature of theater, meaning that the audience cannot move around things, it gives all this advantage to a stage designer and the lighting and all of the elements that are present in theater stagecraft. At that time, these were things that I have never worked on before.
It had very much became part of my practice and influenced my sculptural work.” From then on, Daniel’s gift to confuse and refuse reality continues with Snarkitecture, his creative practice with partner Alex Mustonen. Snarkitecture redefines the confines of architecture and questions the ability of most today’s structures through a clever application of art and curiosity. For the En Noir Fall/ Winter 2014 runway show, they manipulated black knitted mesh to create a tunnel where the models would emerge from. For the Richard Chai store, they worked with architectural foam to create ice caverns as if the clothes were found in the middle of glacial isolation. In the Marlins Ballpark, the colossal
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pillars were turned into mysterious monuments as lights slowly revealed their profile. Daniel plays around with architecture, sculpture, performance art, and photography to break the limits of each medium. “I am interested in things that are outside my own craft,” explains Daniel who is always working with musicians, designers, and people in the tech scene for his projects. Earlier this year, he worked with Pharrell Williams, creating a full body cast of the superstar and participating in his GIRL exhibit. “I met Pharrell through Emmanuel Perrotin and he is someone with very broad interests and has visited my studio a couple times.” He also admits that Pharrell was not only attracted to his ability to create artwork but as well as his mastery over preserving memory and iconography. “He was interested in doing a collaboration, and at the time, I was beginning this series of eroded archeological objects. I asked him what was the objects that had been present in his career and the development of his music that he no longer used before. For him, it was a Casio that was made in the ‘80s, which I remade
in volcanic ash and crystal as these materials make us think of time. He was very happy with that and that was the start of our collaborations.” Throughout the many projects Daniel conquers, his true power springs from how he takes what is present, fixed, and sometimes intangible, as art materials. Going beyond the limits of the physical world, he now has found a way to manipulate time as it were but another malleable property. For his exhibit, The Future Is Always Now, held at the Galerie Perrotin in Paris this year, Daniel managed to prove that time does not move in a straightforward manner and has even predicted our forthcoming history. “I first started making these fictional archaeological objects after I spent some time in Easter Island in the South Pacific a few years ago. What I was interested in here was taking objects from everyday things that we know, that we have used, or that we may have owned, and causing them to appear as if they have been uncovered in the future because viewing these things creates a very strange dislocation of
Obsidian, Steel and Ash Eroded Radios 2014
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“Every piece of work that I make is an invitation to rethink or reimagine their everyday surroundings.”
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Sideways Clock 2012 Photo by Guillaume Ziccarelli
time,” he explains. “It causes time to perform and act in ways that it really shouldn’t. I’m doing this not by painting these objects or creating some sort of tromploi as I am actually recreating these objects in materials that evoke time and have a relationship with a geological presence.” There is both a disturbing yet comforting feeling as to how radios, drum sets, and microphones appear to have suffered from decay as it foresees the advances of digital age while reminding us the fragility of nostalgia. A feat only few artists in any period can boast of. Amid all the success and projects that Daniel now faces, he moves on to the next dimensions he has yet to conquer. As he prepares for his first solo exhibit in New York and in the Contemporary Arts Center in Cincinnati, Daniel reflects on the main thread
of his body of work. “Every piece of work that I make is an invitation to rethink or reimagine their everyday surroundings. The world can be a very static, sort of rigid place; architecture can be a rigid, static, and permanent entity. I try to make architecture do things that it is not supposed to and perform in unexpected ways, going outside its normal bounds.” As Daniel pushes the envelope to stretch our understanding of what we are used to, it empowers us to make a world that is limited only to how far we dare to go.
danielarsham.com @DanielArsham
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P A R A L L E L While making their way to storytelling, these actresses took a turn in the road. Finding parallel passions, these stars cross their paths and shine in the different lights. By Janroe Cabiles
ANA COTO
(Actress, Photographer)
directorial debut and Nikki Reed actually wrote the screenplay too. I mean #FEMINISM, am I right?
What films first inspired you to be an actress? The Sound of Music, Casablanca, Gone With the Wind, Annie Hall… all the classics. I was actually 13 when I saw Thirteen for the first time. That film really stung. I think Holly Hunter, Evan Rachel Wood, and Nikki Reed’s performances were all so intense and astounding, especially to 13-year-old me. Plus, it was Catherine Hardwicke’s big
What can you tell us about your upcoming short Actress? Actress is written and directed by Sebastian Pardo, who produced Gia Coppola’s first film, Palo Alto. It was inspired in part by my own experiences, so I feel very connected to the story. It’s about a girl who decides to move to LA to pursue acting and her life in the shadow of that dream. Mostly, I’m stoked because everyone involved is also a friend. It’s such a bonus to be able to make things with people you love.
Photographed by Sean Armenta Hair and Makeup Angie Peek
What about your own project Spilt Milk? How did that come about? It was a photo series I did a while back, throwback to 2012. I spilled colored milk on some wonderfully supportive and encouraging friends of mine. Why? Not really sure. It was an idea I had bouncing around in my head and I decided to make it real. I associate moods and personalities with colors; Spilt Milk is a visual representation of that. Each splash is unique in color, shape, and direction–just like the people behind them.
@hellocoto
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“It’s such a bonus to be able to make things with people you love.”
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RILEY VOELKEL (Actress, Model)
Photographed by Stephanie Daniel Hair and Makeup Stephanie Daniel How did you start modeling? I was a month away from going to college when I heard over the radio that a modeling scout was coming to town. I decided to just go and see what happens. After going to an event and being picked up by a scout, I went to New York to meet some agencies. None of them wanted me and I was heartbroken. As a last attempt, I came to LA to meet some agencies and almost all of them handed me contracts. It was the scariest but best decision I ever made. How did you make the shift to acting? When I moved to LA to model, I joined an acting class with coach John Homa, who my modeling agency recommended to me. I started booking commercials soon after. I continued to take classes, and then after about a year and a half, I met with theatrical agents
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and started acting full-time. Looking back, it’s clear that I was never meant to go to New York and model but was meant to be in LA to act. Almost all the heartbreaks I have had throughout my career have led me to exactly where I am and absolutely make sense now. You have another upcoming role in Carlton Cuse and Randall Wallace’s Point of Honor. How did you get on board and what teasers can you give to us about the series? I am so grateful to have landed this role. I went through the normal audition process and I couldn’t be more excited that they chose me. I can’t give any teasers, but please check it out on Amazon when they stream it early next year.
@Lifeofrileyv
“Almost all the heartbreaks I have had throughout my career have led me to exactly where I am and absolutely make sense now.”
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“Because of the media tools available today, there is a freedom of expression that translates fashion into every aspect of life.” LORENZA IZZO (Actress, Model)
Photographed by Sean Armenta Hair and Makeup Erica Stewart What is one project you won’t forget in your modeling experience? I think doing the Colcci South American Campaign alongside Gisele Bündchen was the most epic moment. I was the face of the brand for a few years–it was the most exciting thing I had done. Fashion has always been such an intricate part of society, but because of the media tools available today, there is a freedom of expression
that translates fashion into every aspect of life. To be part of that today is awesome. What first inspired you to start acting? I was always a goofball that loved attention. I enjoyed being part of the world of acting as a little girl. I wasn’t always the lead in school plays, in fact I often ended up playing tree #4, but I was so happy to be a part of that. I was obsessed with the stage energy. I was 18 when I realized that maybe I do these
plays and shows because I liked being on stage. What’s next for you in your career? A movie I did called Sex Ed, a romantic comedy starring Haley Joel Osment. The film just won Best Narrative Feature at the Portland Film Festival. It’s a hilarious, smart, and wellwritten romantic comedy, shot and directed by Isaac Feder. My favorite type of movie.
@lorenzaizzo
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project h @ Hyve
by Jun Lopez
mmfw philipp plein party by Gerald Estadella
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urbn wedensdays by Regi Valenzuela
made in america drink budweiser
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#ilovecbn by Gerard Estadella
saturday night hyve by Jun Lopez
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SOCIAL SATURDAYS @ Aracama
by Miguel Malabanan
Blowout fridays @ HYVE by Art Oca
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ZARA Greenbelt 5, Makati City ARTISTS Sean Armenta (Photographer) seanarmenta.com The Cobrasnake (Photographer) thecobrasnake.com Gerard Estadella (Photographer) gerardestadella.tumblr.com Ross Ferguson (Photographer) rossfergusonphotography.com Francis Gumayagay (Photographer) francisgum.com Alyne Halvajian (Makeup) aworldofillusion.com Thomas Kerr (Photographer) thomkerr.com Jun Lopez (Photographer) facebook.com/junlopezshots Tetsuya Maehara (Photographer) tetsuyamaehara.dphoto.com Steven Meiers (Photographer) toastycakes.com Pam Merrera (Makeup) facebook.com/pammmcakes Miguel Miranda (Photographer) miguelmirandaphotography.com Emman Montalvan (Photographer) emmanmontalvan.com Jeremy Nichols (Hair) hairbyjmichael.com Kenji O (Photographer) kenji-o.com Art Oca (Photographer) artoca.ph Angie Peek (Hair and Makeup) makeupbyangiepeek.com Timothy Ro (Makeup) timothyro.com Steffi Santiago (Photographer) keiandink.tumblr.com
Tami K. Shirey (Hair and Makeup) tksmakeup.com JP Singson (Photographer) jponfashionspeed.com James Stenson (Photographer) jamesstenson.com Erica Stewart (Hair and Makeup) epixa.net Tonje Thilesen (Photographer) tonjethilesenphoto.com Gavin Thomas (Photographer) gavinthomasphoto.com Takuya Uchiyama (Grooming) takuyauchiyama.com Regi Valenzuela (Photographer) facebook.com/regivalenzphotography Melissa Walsh (Grooming) melissawalshmakeup.com
S TAT U S IN VA D E S LEICA CAMERA
Most of my personal work really started on film. Until now, I still love shooting film.
RAYBAN SUNGLASSES
I love these polarized shades, especially because I’m always under the sun.
VINTAGE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MAGAZINE
I get most of my inspiration from old Nat Geo magazines. I think my style has been greatly influenced by them.
KIMI JUAN
JOURNAL
I write down everything that I am thankful for in this journal. It brings more positivity into my life.
CLINIQUE FACE SPRAY AND CHUBBY STICK These are my beauty essentials every time I go out. They keep me fresh all day.
@kimijuan
CRYSTAL
ALDO BOOTS
These are my shooting boots, I wear them when I shoot in the wilderness.
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GAP JEANS
They’re my favorite pair of jeans because they’re so easy to move around in.
I found this on a mountain about five years ago. I kept it ever since and made it into a necklace for luck.
ANNIE LEIBOVITZ AT WORK
She is my number one inspiration. Her book really inspires me to shoot more.
Portrait and product photography by Kenji O Makeup by Pamm Merrera for Make Up For Ever
With her camera in one hand and a trekking bag in the other, photographer KIMI JUAN spends most of her time shooting the natural wonders of the world. It’s only fair that she filters her downtime with artful things as well.