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This issue, I am a little emotional because we took such a long break. Well its our 3rd year anniversary and we are happy to release our Summer Issue, “The Prettier Issue.” As a lot have changed in publishing over the past year. Most magazines have gone digital and have reduced their printing. I am proud to say we started there. Stilo Magazine:: Style Diary, is unique. You won’t find long articles, the typical layout or even advertising focused content. We are all about giving you our most personal thoughts on fashion, expressed in an artistic and soulful light. Fashion starts from within. It is an outward expression of who you are inside. And we love our designers! Our designers study us so closely and create their own idea of us. We love our Fashion Photographers and Production Team! Where would fashion be, with out the artists who takes the designer’s vision and bring it to life in pictures, video and live on the runway? I invite you to join our journey into the Fashion World. You will find that you will hear a little music, see a little art, travel to beautiful places, get pampered and made to look your best. Fashion is not the clothes you wear, it the world you live in. Stilo Magazine:: Style Diary is just what you need to travel around the world in one magazine.
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The question to be answered these summer months is who is our woman? Well today women are fun, exhilarating and vibrant. Sometimes muted, but sometimes loud. From pink shoes to pink toes, there is no limit to how bold or how soft, just living life to the fullest and her fingers and toes speak the proof. The best accessory this season is your nail color and O.P.I.’s S/S 2012 “Holland” Collection has a wide selection of hottest colors this months. While shoes, purses and jewelry can make an outfit, polish is the finishing touch that adds that extra flair.
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This season’s hottest trend is color blocking. Its all about having the right colors in the right places to bring that perfect balance of a little Crazy, Sexy & Cool to your Summer Swag.
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H&M is taking you back to the 50’s. These pieces is a great combination to bring out the sassy, glam woman in you.
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Who said you can’t look sexy day or night. These looks can be easily transformed to fit almost any occasion from your 9 to 5, to brunch or a Girls Night Out on the Town.
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Whether it be on the silver screen, on the radio or from your favorite designers, this season is expressing women in a powerful light. S/S 2012 is highlighting the supernatural spirit of today’s fiery women,
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Minimalism is a constant trend that moves from season to season. The light tones, nude colors and very clean looks are the focus for this season. Vera Wang takes the purity of bridal and adds in the chic essence of ready to wear.
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If you define a woman by her clothing, first impression, and immediate surroundings, Astrid Brucker, our featured New York City clothing designer, is both feminine and timeless. She’s unassuming, putting you instantly at ease upon entering her very hip and creative Chinatown apartment building in a neighborhood and exciting metropolitan city where she’s inspired on a daily basis to develop her original clothing designs and accessories labeled astridland. It’s no wonder that international celebrities and starlets such as Lauren Hutton, Faye Dunaway, Scarlett Johansson and Eva Mendez have enjoyed being dressed by her for years and why Astrid has become such a highly sought after wardrobe stylist. I had the pleasure of interviewing her after checking out her clothing designs. One piece after another was more fabulous than the one before it, including a red snakeskin print skirt, a Daphne Guinness inspired dress and vests with easy flow lines and very wearable fabrics. Here’s what she had to say during our exclusive interview about her passion for wardrobe styling and her overall philosophy on her clothing line and designs:
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RM: Please share a little of your career background. Astrid: I attended Parsons from 1986-1990 and graduated in 1990 with a Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design. Then, after graduation, I started working with Marissa Collections and Harvey Bernard, working from textile to sports. After that, I began my career in feature films (working with international celebrity starlets). RM: What inspired you to become a clothing designer? Astrid: My clothing inspiration came from a deep seated childhood passion. Parsons was a beginning of my expression toward a dream. To me clothing is wearable art, makes a statement, and is painting all wrapped in one, a nice avant-garde way of wearing your own art. RM: I see Lauren Hutton listed on your website: www.astridland.com. I photographed her earlier this year, and I am big fan. What was it like working with such a legend?
I also recently designed a Kimono-type robe for a very talented Puerto Rican singer, Janid Ortiz. The robe is a Hobbit kind of robe for one of her music videos. RM: Where else have your clothing designs and accessories been seen? Astrid: The And Art contest and the Salmagundi Club. I’ve also had lots of press in WWD, Fashion Week Daily, Glamour.com, Tantalum Magazine, Level Magazine, Iconography, Scripture, and Gladys Magazine. RM: Do you also design purses and other accessories? Could you please elaborate on everything you design?
“Lyrical, yet refined-sophisticated,
feminine and timeless. Minimal, yet bold, lyrical yet defined. My designs are current, and also timeless. Anything I design you can wear any season. The lines are very feminine, but let the woman express herself. ”
Astrid: I met Lauren Hutton on a low budget indie film (“Loser Love”) where I was the costume designer. We dressed her in Bill Blass for the character in the film. Her personal sense of style varied from tailored jackets and sarongs from the boutique Calypso. She liked my work so much she called me back for a television series on Bravo entitled “Bravo Profiles” covering women in the entertainment industry. That led to a syndicated television travel series, “Three Perfect Days” (1997-1997), hosted by Lauren Hutton on Discovery.
RM: Your work was just recently featured at Parsons, correct? When was that? Astrid: October 2011. A dress of mine was shown in Parsons at the Aronson Galleries. I also did two runway shows with Supima at Gotham Hall in the Garment district where I showed four of my designs. All the items sold right after my Parsons school show, and I don’t have them anymore.
clothing design philosophy?
Astrid: Yes! I originally made a bag to carry my own things in. These initial designs were lightweight, easy to carry, made from manmade material, faux fur, ultra suede and recycled leather. My purses have interesting lines, but the accessories became more of a sideline, something to augment and complement my clothing designs. RM: What is your
Astrid: Minimal yet bold. RM: How would you describe/define your clothing line? Astrid: Lyrical, yet refined-sophisticated, feminine and timeless. Minimal, yet bold, lyrical yet defined. My designs are current, and also timeless. Anything I design you can wear any season. The lines are very feminine, but let the woman express herself. RM: What was the first year you started designing your clothing line? Asrid: 2008 RM: Where do you look for inspiration? Astrid: Travel, art, and instinct are all sources for inspiwww.stilomag.com Stilo Magazine
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ration. RM: Where do you start when designing a garment? Astrid: I work with the fabric first. RM: What is the most difficult material to work with and why? Astrid: Velvet and silk. They slip when sewing. RM: What do you find moschallenging about designing clothing? Astrid: Marketing is a challenge, especially in this economy. RM: Name a designer who continues to inspire you. Astrid: Gautier. RM: In your opinion, what is the best product you’ve designed? Astrid:My silk blend black cowl neck dress lined with silk charmeuse.
Astrid: Wrap tops, cowl necks (flattering for every figure) and slim pants. RN: What are you working on currently? Astrid: 3 new tops. RM: Where do you see your designs five years into the future? Astrid:I hope to be in more stores and have e-commerce up and running. RM: Where do you see yourself ten years down the road from now? Astrid: A lifestyle brand. RM: How can our readers purchase your designs online? Astrid: www.astridland.etsy.com RM: At what retail outlets can I find your clothing designs?
Astrid: Fabric technology.
Astrid: Flirt, Neda, Werk, L’Aristote and Albertine My clothes are sold at Werk, and Courtney Love has been a customer.
RM: What do you think is the next big trend in woman’s clothing?
RM: Do you have any advice for new designers breaking into the market?
Astrid: Sustainable and/or eco-friendly clothing.
Astrid: Be passionate about fashion and learn your craft.
RM: What innovation has you most excited?
RM: What are some of your favorite products on the market right now?
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Life is too short to think about everything that is not right. Sometimes you have to let go and become one with the world you live in... and fantasize a little bit too... :)
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THE DARK KNIGHT RISES Once again, the story of Batman will take over the
Directed by Christian Nolan and Screen Play written
silver screen again. Premiering, July 2012, the final
by both Jonathon and Christian Nolan, “The Dark
part in the trilogy, “The Dark Knight Rises” already
Knight Rises”, represents the journey and deeper
has anticipating the release of the movie with its
look into the life of Batman (a character created by
star studded cast such as: Christian Bale, Michael
Bob Kane and Published by DC Comics. The story
Caine, Gary Oldman, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy,
plot takes place eight years after Batman has took
Marion Cotillard, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Mor-
responsibility for Two Face’s, a new threat to soci-
gan Freeman.
ety, named Bane, floods the city with his plan to ruin and take over Gotham. The superhero, Batman finds himself, rising again to the cause to save the city, once again from the evil doers.
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Music
Two time 2012 Grammy nominee, songwriter and
As she performed, the talented artist also played the
singer Marsha Ambrosius was live in concert in early
piano showcasing her vocal and artistic abilities. Au-
December at Revolution Live in Fort Lauderdale, Flori-
dience members could easily feel the magnitude of
da. Doors opened at 8:30 p.m. Although the venue
the music as she closed her eyes feeling the music’s
was not a packed house, but there was still a good
sensation.
portion of loyal fans in the attendance of the concert.
Towards the end of the show, the artist sang her num-
The R&B vocalist performed songs from her debut al-
ber one single, “Far Away.” As she’s singing the song,
bum, “Late Nights and Early Mornings,” songs like,
she points the microphone to the crowd allowing her
“Your Hands,” “Far Away,” and “With You.” The artist
fans to sing along with her. And they concurred, sing-
interacted with the crowd by speaking to her fans
ing in harmony together. As the songwriter closes the
about her nominations from the Grammy awards.
song, the instrumental fades away allowing her to
Ambrosius became personal with her fans as she
sing a cappella.
spoke about her relationship with men. Ultimately
While performing a cappella you’re able to feel the
leading her to sing one of her singles off her album,
vibration of her strong vocals that leaves you with
“I Hope She Cheats on You.” This is a bitter song
goose bumps. As she exited the stage, her last words
towards a man that left her for another woman. Also
were to announce that she is currently working on her
having high hopes that he runs into karma in his next
sophomore album.
relationship.
The J Record, recording artist said, “I just performed
Ambrosius, a former member of the duo group “Floetry” didn’t only perform slow and sad songs from her album, but performed other upbeat dance songs to excite the crowd.
[was] very much into it.” The ecstatic artist was mostly happy about her accomplishment as being a solo artist.
Ambrosius’ deejay played old school songs from the 80’s and 90’s. Songs like “Pony” from R&B artist Genuine and “Poison” from R&B boy group Bell Biv Devoe.
at Revolution and I had an amazing time the crowd
Complementing the old school scene,
“I’m celebrating two Grammy nominations and I was with the president yesterday, I’m on a natural high,” she said.
the English songwriter was on stage showing her
The solo artist continues to receive awards. Accord-
old school dance moves. Dance moves resembling
ing to MarshaAmbrosius.com she has won the 2011
the Running Man. An intense footwork that requires
Soul Train award Record of the year for “Far Away.”
running in place with rhythm. Soon after, the crowd
Ambrosuis is the new mainstream R&B and soul artist.
danced to their own old school dances moves. Later, the solo artist slows it down once again by performing the song “Butterflies.”
As of now, the artist is in between cities attending award shows and generating new music.
“Butterflies” is a
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As designers prepare to showcase their next year’s collection, take a look some of the best looks from the 2012 Swim & Resort Season. Highlighting last season was, Acqua Di Lara’s royal embellishments, Lisa Blue’s oceanic flair, Caffe & Delores Cortis’ Printed Pizzazz. The summer collections are an obvious extension of the hottest ready to wear trends for S/S
Lisa Blue
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Photo:: Courtesy of ABFF:: Event Guest (Left) , Jeff Friday (CEO & Founder of ABFF (Middle) , Tracee Ellis Ross (Right) Tracee Ellis Ross and ABFF (American Black Film Festival) CEO and Founder, Jeff Friday were spotted on the red carpet to the ABFF Kick Off event promoting Sundance and Cannes Festival Film, "Beasts of the Southern Wild. The Sixteenth Annual American Black Film Festival took place from June 20 - 23, 2012 in Miami, FL, filled with a week of premieres, panel discussions, exclusive parties and a lot of press interviews. ABFF, continues to be a leading organization that promotes multiculturalism in film today and is probably a contributing factor to the great success of box office blockbuster, "Think Like A Man." 122
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Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Berlin:: July 4 - 7, 2012
Amsterdam International Fashion Week:: July 11 - 15, 2012
Mercedez Benz Fashion Week Swim Miami:: July 19 - 23. 2012
Colombia Moda Fashion Week:: July 24 - 26, 2012
Banglore Fashion Week:: July 26 - 29, 2012
Ivory Coast Fashion Week Japan:: Aug 1 - 5, 2012
Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Stockholm:: Aug 27 - 29, 2012
Zimbabwe Fashion Week:: Aug 30 - Sept 1, 2012
ASEAN Fashion Week:: Sept 10 - 16, 2012
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Close your eyes and imagine that you have just arrived in mayfair, London. You have just stepped into one of the most famous hotels in the world and are greeted with such courtesy and honor. To understand one of the Fashion Capitals of the World, you must go where it's heart is....
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If you go to London, you just have to stay in Mayfair, at the infamous, Browns Hotel. Host to many grandeur guests and staffed with highly dedicated staff, ready to cater to your every need, Browns Hotel is a five star sanctuary in the heart of the city of London. The hotel sits doors down from well known shopping streets such as Bond and Regent, art galleries, theaters and many of London’s notorious landmark.
The Browns Hotel continues to maintain its five star prestige, since its very first year in 1837. Inside the hotel, you will find six private dining rooms, a state of the art gym, lavishly decorated rooms. The location provides a fit for any mood. It is the staple of the city and a true definition of Luxury.
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