SHACARO THE
luxury book
the prelude
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The SHACARO Luxury Book THE SOUL OF LUXURY IS FREEDOM; THE ABILITY TO LIVE ACCORDING TO ONE’S OWN DESIGN...
Introduction by Shamayim Shacaro
Founder of the Shacaro Luxury Book
In Beyond Good and Evil, Friedrich Nietzsche wrote “It is the business of the very few to be independent; it is a privilege of the strong. And whoever attempts it, even with the best right, but without being obliged to do so, proves that he is probably not only strong but also daring beyond measure.” I welcome you to a new perspective on luxury. I welcome you to The Shacaro Luxury Book. A celebration of the Independent Spirit is the heart and soul of The Shacaro. Throughout my 12 years as a fashion photographer, I have had the pleasure to work with some of the most prominent brands in the world and also many of the smaller less known brands; the independent brands. There is just something really special about an independent luxury brand. There is an intimacy in their production. The sacrifice, devotion, love, and their attention to detail; gives a soul to their product. Independents have a much more difficult time marketing and advertising their brands. But a lack of marketing does not equate to a lack of quality. I have personally worked with many independent designers whose quality rivals any of the top well-known brands. These designers simply lacked the capital to invest in multi-million dollar advertising campaigns. I created The Shacaro to seek out unrecognized and undiscovered artisans of luxury and to offer a platform that will create dynamic visual narratives for a more diverse ecosystem of luxury. The Shacaro explores the lifestyle of luxury beyond its traditional borders. We are creating a beautiful voyage that will take our viewers throughout our wonderful planet, to experience the very best of luxury from a range of cultures. We will explore luxury through the medium of astonishing fashion editorials and fashion films that showcase independent and emerging high luxury brands. Each issue of the Shacaro seeks out dynamic locations, familiar and unfamiliar, to be the stage of our sagas. It is important to us that we uphold the highest quality imagery for our editorials, and we do so with the integrity to not deceive our viewers with extremely over retouched images. We want you to feel engaged throughout your journey with us. We don’t feel the need to exaggerate or alter what is naturally perfect in all its imperfections. It is essential that the images resonate with you on an intimate and organic level. The Shacaro will be published annually and with several special editions throughout the year. Each volume will cover all four seasons. For many of us, the print format is far from dead. We are dedicated to publishing an astonishing print magazine that you will be proud to add to your library, collection, or upon your coffee table. The Shacaro Luxury Book will also be available in digital format. It is our purpose to expose you, our viewer, to a new perspective of luxury. May The Shacaro encourage you to `Live Legendary’. Nature influences art, art influences culture, and culture influences society. What better way to celebrate the culture of luxury than by exploring all the diversity of our beautiful planet.
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RESURRECTION
by Shamayim Shacaro Founder of the Shacaro Luxury Book The ShacaroLuxury Book is the evolution of Seven Tribes Magazine. SEVEN TRIBES Magazine was a published from 2012-2014. The magazine was distributed on newsstands in 7 different countries and in 14 major cities. The publication built a strong fan-base throughout the United States, London, the Caribbean, and Nigeria. The magazine grew in popularity due to its dynamic editorials that showcased women of color in an edgy tone with high fashion themes. Each issue of Seven Tribes was themed with cultural concepts of Africa and the African Diaspora. Seven Tribes had four official volumes and two special editions before I made the decision to discontinue the publication during the production of its 5th volume. The final issue of Seven Tribes was never released. It never reached a level that I felt expressed the direction in which I wanted to shift the publication. Fortunately, there were a few editorials in the unreleased issue of Seven Tribes that I felt needed to be shared. I have published those editorials within the pages of this prelude issue of The Shacaro. These previously unpublished editorials feel much more complete here in the pages of The Shacaro.
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The Prelude Issue. prel·ude an action or event serving as an introduction to something more important. Our Prelude Issue is an introduction to the journey of The Shacaro. As much as we would love to share all of the amazing things that we have been working on over the past 3 years, we must show some restraint and save the most special parts for our first official issue, Volume One. In the Prelude Issue, you may notice that there is a lack of dialogue. With my photography background, I was very tempted to create a “picture book” of just amazing fashion editorials with no articles, but The Shacaro just has too much to say. We are currently working with fashion, lifestyle, and luxury journalist to publish engaging, original articles and interviews for our premier issue, Volume One. The publication will also publish poems, quotes, and illustrations as a narrative to our editorials. Did you happen to notice the advertisements? Our ads are a little different than what you’ve seen in other publications. All of the advertisements in The Shacaro are of independent luxury brands. We are fully devoted to promoting independent luxury, from the first to the last page. It is our hope that you will discover your new favorite brand, right here within our pages. No Borders. The Prelude Issue took our team to South Africa, Puerto Rico, France, England, Egypt, and several hidden gems within the United States. The investment was necessary to set the course for the future of The Shacaro. Prepare for wanderlust.
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Black Fingerprint Embroidered Top and Oversized Beach Pants Sha’vi Lewis
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Black Crinkled Organza Mini Dress Sha’vi Lewis
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White French Terrycloth Sheer Printed Daydress Sha’vi Lewis
Gauze Polkadot Day Dress Sha’vi Lewis
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Lace Dress Marquise Foster
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Lace Dress Marquise Foster
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Beaded Dress With Black Ostritch Feathers Tina Summers
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Silk Blend Gown with Lace Embellishments Tina Summers
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Bell Sleeve Crop with Full Paneled Trousers Tina Summers
Bell Sleeve Crop with Full Paneled Trousers Tina Summers
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Cream Hand Beaded Pearl Bridal Gown Silk Chiffon Esé Azénabor Brass Scoecite Crystal Ring K/ller Collection Black and Cream Heeled Sandal Charlie Matthew Zink
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Leather Bandeau Pants Sheena Trivedi One Shoulder Dress Esé Azénabo Black and Cream Heeled Sandal Charlie by Matthew Zink Ghost Peak Earrings / Ghost Peak Bib Necklace / Brass Quill V leather Fringe Necklace/ Single Tri Cuff Brass/ Brass Quadruple V Bracelet/ Springbok Horn /Brass Horn Necklace K/ller Collection
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Gown with Hand Painted Detail: Jonathan Cohen ZoZo Earrings: Beads by Aree Checkered Black and White Scarf: Benny Setti Single Tri Cuff in Brass/ Double Spike Bracelet Cuff/ Matchstick Ring/ Brass 2 Finger Stalactite Ring/ Brass Scoecite Crystal Ring:/ Brass Quill Leather V Fringe Necklace as Arm Cuff: K/ller Collection
Cotton Pique Crop Top & Pont de Roma Wide Leg PantsLayana Aguilar Black and Cream Heeled Sandal Charlie by Matthew Zink Ghost Peak Earrings / Ghost Peak Bib Necklace / Brass Quill V leather Fringe Necklace/ Single Tri Cuff Brass/ Brass Quadruple V Bracelet/ Stoned Lateral Sterling Quill Necklace with White Diamonds K/ller Collection
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Leather Bandeau Pants Sheena Trivedi One Shoulder Dress Esé Azénabo Black and Cream Heeled Sandal Charlie by Matthew Zink Ghost Peak Earrings / Ghost Peak Bib Necklace / Brass Quill V leather Fringe Necklace/ Single Tri Cuff Brass/ Brass Quadruple V Bracelet/ Springbok Horn /Brass Horn Necklace K/ller Collection
Crossover Gown: Jonathan Cohen Headpiece:Sheena Trivedi Brass 2 Finger Stalactite Ring,Brass Scoecite Crystal Ring: K/ller Collection Black and Nude Heels: Charlie Matthew Zink
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“When we reject our origins, we become the product of whatever soil that we find ourselves planted; the colors of our leaves change as we consume borrowed nutrients with borrowed roots and, like a tree, we grow.� Mike Norton, Fighting For Redemption
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Fleur de Lis Crown Dora Abodi Patent Dress Dora Abodi
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Earrings Gotroxx Leather Collar Runway Archive
Dress Dora Abodi Cuffs Nissa Heels Chinese Laundry
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Heels Emmett Earrings Gotroxx Lace up Pants Maya Hansen Sequin Jacket Adolfo Sanchez
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Dress Dora Abodi Ring provided Raven Roberts Fleur de Lis Crown Dora Abodi
Heels DAS Earrings Gotroxx Shorts Maya Hansen Cuffs Hennes & Mauritz Leather Collar Runway Archive
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Black Low Cut Coat: Sha’vi Lewis Turban Adornments,The Hunt Earrings, Bone Fin Necklace: Chrishabana Rings on Both Hands: Chrishabana/ Laruicci/ Lady Grey / WWAKE Double Fang Septum ChrishbanaTrapezium Cuff, Spear Necklace, Mini Double Crescent Necklace, Double Crescent Chain Necklace as Belt: Lady Grey
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Sequin Long Sleeve Bodysuit Manfredonia Gold and Black Triangular Statement Necklaces Randy Luna Gold Collar Necklace as Crown / Arc Cuff and Chain Bangle/ Rings on Both Hands Lady Grey,WWAKE Sarah and Sebastian Full Finger Ring CHRISHABANA
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Sequin Long Sleeve Bodysuit Manfredonia Gold and Black Triangular Statement Necklaces Randy Luna Gold Collar Necklace as Crown, Arc Cuff and Chain Bangle, Rings on Both Hands Lady Grey, WWAKE, Sarah and Sebastian Full Finger Ring CHRISHABANA
Beaded Gown Theia Couture Queen of the Night Headpiece Kate Cusack Galactic Cuff Bisjoux Arc Cuff and Trapezium Cuff Lady Grey Septum Ring / Three Finger Silver Ring Chrishabana Serpentine Lacy Glove/ Crescent Necklace Lady Grey
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Black Low Cut Coat: Sha’vi Lewis Turban Adornments,The Hunt Earrings, Bone Fin Necklace: Chrishabana Rings on Both Hands: Chrishabana/ Laruicci/ Lady Grey / WWAKE Double Fang Septum Chrishban Trapezium Cuff, Spear Necklace, Mini Double Crescent Necklace, Double Crescent Chain Necklace as Belt: Lady Grey
“Culture, like science, is no protection against demons..� G.K. Chesterton
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THE MAN WHO
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Navy Blue Two Piece Suit and Custom Tailored Shirt: C.E. Clothier
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Two Piece Custom Suit: C.E. Clothier
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“It was easier to tell a hero from a villain when the stakes were only life or death. Everything in between gets harder.� Maggie Stiefvater, The Raven King
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M E M O R I A
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Necklace Raje Luna
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Lab Coat with Engraved Print Edwing D’Angelo Shoes Je’Taime
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Sheer Knitted Dress Edwing D’Angelo Linked Chain Raje Luna Bracelet: Of Hope Jewelry
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Sheer Knitted Dress Edwing D’Angelo Linked Chain Raje Luna Bracelet: Of Hope Jewelry
Coat and Skirt Edwing D’Angelo Linked Chain Raje Luna
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“You must remember her as she was. Time is a mausoleum of memories. ” SHAMAYIM
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Gold Dress Sylvio Jackets and Pants Jamie Mccarty All Accessories Britt Bolton Jewlery
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PHOTOGRAPHED BY SHAMAYIM WARDROBE STYLIST MARCUS RIGGS | MAKEUP BEVERLY SANCHEZ | HAIR EBONY KING
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Sheer Black Dress/ Feathered Vest and Scarves Ladaska Mechelle
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White Sequined Dress/ Leather Top and Scarves Ladaska Mechelle
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Sheer Black Dress/ Feathered Vest and Scarves Ladaska Mechelle
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White Sequined Dressand Scarves Ladaska Mechelle
“The stones here speak to me, and I know their mute language. Also, they seem deeply to feel what I think.� Heinrich Heine
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Blazer Mercutio Dinero Necklace Sha’vi Lewis Ecig Citizen
Sheer Duster with Train Sha’vi Lewis
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Blazer Mercutio Dinero Necklace Sha’vi Lewis Ecig Citizen
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DREAMING
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Oversized Tribal Headwrap & Brown Leather Throw-over Vest #ViNuStylingStudio Black/Tan Polka Dot Skirt Rebecca Taylor Silver Tribal Crescent with Black Bone Hairpipe Beads Trinkets for D
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Luxe Ankara Cape with Hoodie Unapologetic Presence Mustard Yellow Platform Heels #ViNuStylingStudio
Kente Kufi Hat Goddess Fashion Factory Hi-waisted Tribal Print Pants #ViNuStylingStudio Voluminous Striped Maxi Shirt Dress House of Roxy B.
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Kente Kufi Hat Goddess Fashion Factory Hi-waisted Tribal Print Pants #ViNuStylingStudio Voluminous Striped Maxi Shirt Dress House of Roxy B.
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S P E C T R E S IN
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ridescent Gown Sha’vi Lewis
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Sheer Duster with Train Sha’vi Lewis
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“The people you love become ghosts inside of you, and like this you keep them alive.� Rob Montgomery
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The Prelude Issue.
Thank you for joining us for the Prelude Issue.
Acknowledgements With much gratitude, we would like to thank the countless creatives and professionals who attributed to the Prelude Issue of The Shacaro. Long before the name of this publication was official, there were many individuals who invested in the dream and vision of what it was to become. We thank you all for your contributions and we hope to work with you again as we proceed forward with the creation of Volume One. Special Thanks to Eric Greene, Wilhelmina Models, IMG Models, LA Models, Major Models
What’s Next? Our team welcomes creatives in the field of fashion and luxury to join us on our mission. For inquiries on joining The Shacaro team please email us at info@theshacaro.com
The Prelude Issue.
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