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HELLO
2013! The spring/summer trends for the coming year – to buy now and wear already!
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THE FASHION TREND Trends to take with you into 2013
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LOOK AGAIN Limited Edition dress by Manon Baptiste
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STYLE ICONS Interview with Tiffany Bank PERFECT OUTFITS 1 vest = 3 outfits LIVING How New Year’s is celebrated in ... STYLE ADVICE Make-up looks for New Year’s BEHIND THE BRAND Indian style by Silk Threads TESTIMONIALS A wrap for 2012 © carmakoma
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New age
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SHoppinG vol. 2 Did a particular topic spark your interest while reading our navabi magazine and you would like to see more related items? Then just look for the rectangular black buttons! A click on a black rectangle will send you directly to our shop where you can find all the pieces related to the topic. Have a great time reading and shopping! THE FASHION TREND
The high-low cut
HEAVENLY HEMLINE Short at the front, long at the back – the infamous mullet hair style from the Eighties has found its revival in the cuts of the coming season.
IN Winter + Cardigan + Tights + Fur boots IN SUMMER + Strappy sandals
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The ideal cut for ladies with a round behind
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THE FASHION TREND
HEllo 2013 The spring/summer trends for the coming year – to buy now and wear already!
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As the year comes to an end, the same (fashion) question arises: what is on its way, what is here to stay? Is it worth investing in the current fashion trends that might already be out by next season? We want to let you in on which trends are coming to stay in 2013!
THE FASHION TREND
The high-low cut
HEAVENLY HEMLINE Short at the front, long at the back – the infamous mullet hair style from the Eighties has found its revival in the cuts of the coming season.
IN Winter + cardigan + tights + fur boots IN SUMMER + strappy sandals
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The ideal cut for ladies with a round behind
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Back to the future
METALLICS New materials with a sheen add a punch of power to simple cuts.
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A metallic shimmer endows every party outfit with glamour.
Choose shimmering tops if you want to add more volume to your bust.
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Subtle silhouette
GO GRACEFUL Delicate, fluid fabrics and a touch of transparency create a light and feminine look.
Sheer materials create a lovely clash of styles when combined with cuddly, chunky knit cardigans!
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Fine chiffon envelopes us in a touch of nothingness.
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THE FASHION TREND
Mastering motifs
POWERFUL PRINTS All or nothing! Delve into the new prints from head to toe – harmoniously coordinated or in a crazy mix and match!
Rule of thumb when mixing prints: keep at the same colour family!
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The more eye- catching the pattern, the more understated the cuts should be.
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LOOK AGAIN
Enchanted...
… by this dream spun of lace and satin
Fluid satin fabric enveloped in secretive lace – this extravagant Limited Edition dress from the house of Manon Baptiste will take your breath away! To ensure a radiant entrance time and again, we recommend washing this dress by hand. Then you will be able to enjoy this floor-length fashion gem for years to come.
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“Miss Bank, what are the
DREAMS AND ASPIRATIONS IN YOUR LIFE?” Tiffany Bank is a plus size model, actress and author – and is always radiating with zest and positive energy. How she manages it all? She figured out early on what life is all about. Here is our chat about the modelling business, a confident body image and (of course) fashion.
She moved from California to New York to become a model and rose to stardom in the US in the reality show “Big Sexy”: Tiffany Bank.
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Tiffany Bank An exclusive interview with navabi
as it always your dream to become a model? I knew when I was growing up I wanted to be in front of the camera so I did a lot of stage plays in school and joined acting and theater clubs. I didn‘t realize modeling would even be an option for me until my mentor inspired me to do so. Then it started to mean everything to me and I love it! How did you get started in the business? I came to New York from California not having any plans and realized that NYC was the place to get started. I volunteered at photo shoots and plus size modeling events just to network and get an idea of the
industry. After a year of networking and working mostly for free to gain experience I got signed to an agency and started to work my way up from there. You are a plus size model, writer and actress. What‘s the one thing you like doing most? It‘s hard to answer that. I love modeling for so many reasons that are near and dear to me. I also love acting and being on stage or on a TV set because I love the action and being interactive. If I can just continue to keep doing what I‘m doing, I‘m happy!
What are the dreams and aspirations in your life?
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“I read a quote that I really could relate to which said ‘Vision is day dreaming with both feet on the ground’ . I really am trying to realize my vision and work as hard as I can to make my dreams come true. I look back at all I‘ve been able to do and I think I‘m living out my dreams and aspirations as we speak.”
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As a plus size model, you deal with fashion every day. How would you describe your own style? People tell me I‘m a classic bohemian. I like to keep things simple yet sassy and add touches of my personality with my wardrobe with accessories and jewelry. What are the must-haves in your war drobe? Basics! Leggings, tank tops, a little black dress, cardigans, jeans, etc... I like to layer and mix and match my clothes so I keep things pretty basic. I also think it‘s fun to mix and match patterns and fabrics. It’s almost 2013, there are no rules to fashion! You always come across very confident and happy. Is there anything you would like to share when it comes to a positive body image? I think it‘s really important to just do what makes you happy and love and appreciate
who you are. We compare ourselves to each other instead of focusing on our indi viduality and celebrating the wonderful things that make us who we are. I think women, especially the younger generation of girls and teens, should be reminded of the beautiful qualities they have instead of focusing on what they don‘t have. Every woman is beautiful, regardless of shape, size, background and age. That‘s what makes us all unique and it‘s time to liberate ourselves and just enjoy what we have!! Who do you look up to the most? Any role models? I‘m inspired daily by the everyday woman, the women in my family and the pioneers of the industry, especially my mentor Velvet. All of them give me such hope and strength as a model trying to make it in the industry and as a woman trying to navigate through the everyday challenges and successes.
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PERFECT OUTFITS
1 vest =
3 Outfits The latest vests enchant with cuddly fur and an elegant flair. The question remains how to combine them best. We are here to show you how one vest by the label Open End can be employed to create three different outfits. Which ensemble would you choose to wear?
PERFECT OUTFITS
1 / Chic in the city Do it like nobility! The trend colours of the season bordeaux red and royal blue yield a harmonious outfit when worn together.
2 / Out to dinner A fur vest adds the finishing touch to a wrap dress! Keep in mind when wearing this look that the colour of your vest should coordinate with one of the hues in your patterned dress.
3 / Everyday style This vest also proves magnificent for everyday wearing by adding a special touch to simple jeans and a roll neck sweater... wear the vest open for an ultra-casual look!
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LIVING
The best little extras ever…
NEW YEAR’S CUSTOMS Red underwear for the transition between years or an entire nation that dresses the same for the night of all nights? Each country is as varied as its customs! ITALY Irrelevant of whether man or woman, in the land of pizza and pasta, red underwear is a must on New Year‘s Eve for anyone who wants a happy and successful start in the New Year.
GREECE Here the night before the New Year is all about gambling! Games of luck are played with cards or dice until late in the night for money.
GERMANY The Germans like to celebrate the New Year with a bang! Several million euros are spent annually for fireworks & friends.
SPAIN There can be no New Year’s Eve without grapes! On the Iberian Peninsula, a grape is eaten at every strike of the clock at midnight.
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BRAZIL All in white! As a symbol of purity and peace, the Southern Americans dress in white to welcome the New Year.
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STYLE ADVICE
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER… What are your plans for New Year’s Eve? No matter where you are headed, the night will be a long one – and one of these three make-up looks would love to accompany you!
STYLE ADVICE
For a grand entrance… Blood-red lipstick and black eyeliner – it does not get any more glamorous! FOR YOUR BASE: Apply a light foundation (e.g. “Photo‘Perfexion” by Givenchy) and then a rouge in a pinkish-orange on the cheek bones (such as “Pastel Compact Translucent Light” by Max Factor). FOR YOUR EYES: Apply a subtle eye shadow to make the lid matt, then add a liquid eyeliner (such as “Cream Liner” by Kryolan). Create a subtle wedge shape towards the outer corner of the eye! Generously apply mascara.
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FOR YOUR LIPS: Use concealer as a base and lip liner for the perfect contour. Add a deep red lipstick (such as “Lipstick 208” by Artdeco) and blend with the liner. Create a matt finish with coloured powder (such as “Pigment” by MAC).
GOES WITH: This more striking make-up looks best worn with subtle clothing so that it can really take centre stage. What better piece to do so than a black dress?
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Shimmering reflection Bronze tones will do more than make your eyes twinkle, they are also more on trend than ever. FOR YOUR BASE: Choose a long-lasting foundation (like “SuperStay” make-up by Maybelline) and a pink coloured rouge (like “Sheer Blush Beige Violet” by Giorgio Armani)
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FOR YOUR EYES: Apply a golden eye shadow up to the eye brows and then a darker bronze hue on the lid (like the eye shadow duo “Ochre” by Maybelline). Gently blend the transition between the two colours and conclude by applying a black mascara to the lashes. FOR YOUR LIPS: Choose a discreet lipstick that makes your lips look like they have not been made up (like “Bare Bohemian” by Isadora) and then outline the lips in a slightly darker shade and gently blend.
GOES WITH: Complete your make-up with a smart outfit! Wear, e.g. a pencil skirt with a bronze-coloured chiffon blouse. Should the weather get a bit chilly, simply throw over a blazer.
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Naturally elegant If a stunning red pout & co. are too OTT for you, you are going to love this option! FOR YOUR BASE: Choose a foundation (like “Perfect Match Foundation” by L’Oreal Paris) that matches your natural complexion and melds with your skin. This will make you look fresh and radiant without looking too made up. Opt for a rouge in a gentle peach tone – this will give you a refreshed glow! FOR YOUR EYES: Wear brown mascara and shape your eyebrows with an eyebrow pencil (such as “Superfine Liner for Brows” by Clinique).
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FOR YOUR LIPS: A few dabs of subtle lip gloss will create a glossy pout without looking overdone.
GOES WITH: Natural make-up looks lovely combined with outfits in muted colours. Worn with elegant cloth trousers and a breezy flounced blouse, you will be both chic and comfortable!
SILK THREADS Indian style and modern design for the smart and fashion-conscious contemporary woman The founder RUBY BHANDARI Her parents came from India while she herself was born in New York and then grew up in Austin, Texas in the 1970s. She learned about Indian culture and traditions like sewing already at an early age. Find out more about how she brought her own label into being on the next page.
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BEHIND THE BRAND
BEHIND THE BRAND
SILK THREADS The origins of the international label
Ruby Bhandari founded the label Silk Threads for personal reasons; she was spurred by a desire for stylish, ethnic clothing which reflected both her Indian roots and her Western understanding of fashion. Already when in school, her traditional outfits had been admired by her Ameri can friends so she began designing clothing for her fellow classmates. Her career took off while she was studying business and was also planning her own wedding. She designed not only her own wedding dress, but also the entire festive attire for her wedding celebration. Her creations resulted in such positive feedback and requests for more that she then founded her very own label, Silk Threads.
Since then, she has continued to design with the same passion in Texas and produces her collections in her own environmentally friendly factory in India. Her focus is on high-quality handwork, details in design and subtle colours. The designer finds her inspiration in her garden, in flowers and in the colours of nature. Ruby Bhandari‘s fashion design and her business sense has bestowed her with a number of awards such as her recently being named “En trepreneur of the Year” by the Asian-American Chamber of Commerce.
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TESTIMONIALS
A wrap for 2012...
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We were delighted to receive such a compliment from our customer Ulla: “Thank you also for your fantastic magazine. I always enjoy reading it and pick up lots of inspiring ideas!” Dear readers, The navabi editorial team would like to say thank you for your loyalty and support! Each and every message from you helps us to constantly improve our magazine and to adjust it to suit your needs. We can hardly wait to share exciting new fashion themes, interviews, styling tips and fresh labels in the coming year and wish you a successful 2013! Warm wishes, Your navabi editorial team
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