The New Year Issue

FASHION AFFAIR

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THE HEART OF FASHION

MUCHE et MUCHETTE This Winter’s Must Have Sweaters, Cardigans, Ponchos & Hats

Traveling in Style

NEW YORK SIXTY LES & LOWER EAST SIDE

How to Buy

THE PERFECT COAT

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Jacket: Thousand Yan Dress: Dior | Shoes: YSL Bracelet: Hermes

warm heart HAUTE COUTURE

Photographer: Anastasia Solodovnikova Model: Alena Frolova @Andy Fiord Models | MUA & Hair: Anastasia Zaharova Wardrobe Stylist: Anna Baranovskaya

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Jacket: Thousand Yan Dress: Dior | Shoes: YSL Bracelet: Hermes

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Sweater: Philipp Plein Boots: Chanel

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LEFT: Shirt: FBC Collection Sweater: H&M Marocco Skirt: Vintage Shoes: Attizzare RIGHT: Coat: Thousand Yan

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Jacket: ZARA

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OUR PHILOSOPHY The GOLD ELEMENTS line offers advanced and effective cosmetic treatments and customized facials, giving an over all treatment to the skin.

It also aids the reduction of wrinkles and helps brighten the complexion. Inspired by advanced cosmetic research it contains effective age defying ingredients combined with trace elements of gold to give a youthful appearance to your skin.

HISTORY For over thousands of years, genuine gold has been used in all cultures to glamour the human body. Long admired for its ability to remain unchanged and untarnished by time and environment, pure gold endures as the ultimate natural element.

Gold continues as a source of inspiration, artistry, creativity, charisma, and of course, enduring love. It sustains our senses and fires our imagination.

The GOLD ELEMENTS line of products brings all these magical assets directly to you, in unique, active skin care applications.

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MANUFACTURING

The GOLD ELEMENTS line of products is immaculately produced with our own unique manufacturing process.

We pressure mount the gold leaves until a pliable cosmetic golden tissue is formed, so that when they are introduced into the cosmetic application the results are remarkable.

This unique process allows tiny particles of gold to envelop the top layer of skin, creating a wonderfully subtle and radiant sheen. All skin types benefit in appearance from this uniquely stimulating and soothing application.

The residual reflective particles cause light to dance across the skin, minimizing blemishes, wrinkles, and fine lines.

Gold Elements is sold in more than 20 countries and territories, Gold Elements represents supreme luxury.

The GOLD ELEMENTS name has already become synonymous with the most luxurious and glamorous gold cosmetic products available today.

Long-lasting expertise combined with constant innovation, has made GOLD ELEMENTS one of the most vital and exceptional lines created especially for your beauty.

goldelements-usa.com D’or Facial Peeling (50ml / 1.7fl.oz)

D’or

A soft, golden facial peel, enriched with active ingredients to assist in removing dead skin cells, dirt and unclogging pores. It helps to condition and balance the skin, leaving it feeling fresh, smooth, renewed, and healthy looking. It allows your skin to “breathe” while instantly soothes, for perfectly clean, soft and comforted skin.

$149.00

FACIAL PEELING

APPLICATION: Apply a small amount onto clean, dry face and massage gently in soft circular motions for a few seconds.

Wash away with warm water.

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MARIPOSSA

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QUALIA COLLECTION - 2014/15

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Maripossa debuted in Australia in 2010. Within its first year the label was invited to showcase its artisan jewellery in Berlin, receiving the Young Designer Award for Accessories during F/W 2011/12 Mercedes-Benz Berlin Fashion Week for ‘Pantomimes’, selected as a semi-finalist for the British Realise Your Dream Awards 2012, and a finalist for the Melbourne Design Awards 2012. ​Drawing on a background in psychology and fashion design, self-taught designer Lauren Besser is guided by experimentation and instinct. This playful experimentation is evident with each evolving collection wherein designs continue to provoke curiosity and dialogue between wearer and observer.

Focusing on notions of contradiction and opposition, coarse metals are transformed into fabric-like jewellery fusing raw earth crystals, sterling silver and fine chains. By interspersing these contrasting mediums each piece has its own distinct sense of aesthetic malleability. Imagination and introspection are embedded into the works, with organic rings and cuffs formed utilising the process of lost wax casting. Woven styles are created by a small team of artisans and are hand oxidized or dip-dyed ensuring the exclusivity of each piece. Each Maripossa piece is designed and made by hand in Australia.

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The current collection, Qualia, is inspired by subjectivity. The world we live in is a perceived world, within which we do not see the world as it is, but as we are. Our perception of the ways in which we engage with the world around us shape who we are and how we percieve others. We often experience shared moments differently. If our world exists as subjective perception, what then can be determined as reality, as truth? ​ ollowed by high profile fashion F figures, artists and musicians, Maripossa has been worn by Rihanna, Georgia May Jagger, Kimbra, Anja Rubik, Audrey Kitching, among others and has featured in Vogue, Russh, Oyster, Grazia, Fallen, Faint, FashionTrend, Cleo, InStyle, Sunday Life, The Age, The Sydney Herald, Berlin FashionTV, WWD. The label is stocked in exclusive Australian and international boutiques, Australia’s Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) in Sydney, and Museum of Old & New Art (MONA) in Tasmania.

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CRISS-CROSS BRA TOP Our most popular bra top, this criss-cross style helps support your chest as you move. Strapping is made with full flex elastic for added support. The front is a scoop neckline and can reveal a little bit of cleavage for a sexier yet supportive look. For our bustier customers, this bra top is available in size L/L. See our Size Guide for more information. Available sizes: S/M, M/L, L/L

$42.00 PALAZZO PANT This wide legged pant brings back a 70’s flare.

Made from our Free Flow Jersey material, the Palazzo Pant features a comfortable stretchy waist band and flowing baggy legs that will glide with your movement. See our Size Guide for more information. Available sizes: S/M, M/L Available in 5 colors.

$69.00

Made 100% in the USA

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Created by a 20 year Bikram Yogi, Onzie blends the best of traditional yoga wear with modern innovation and a touch of whimsy. The result?

Active apparel that is functional, flexible and flattering. At Onzie our philosophy is “keep your practice challenging, and your wardrobe simple!” Onzie’s no-frills one-pieces and separates are best worn while sweating, swimming, or simply lounging around. In keeping with the principle of being inclusive, rather than exclusive, Onzie is affordablypriced and suitable for all activities and practices. Onzie products are made with love in southern California.

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We are a cosmopolitan team of globetrotters, adventurers,wanderers and innovators...

From Florence’s ancient streets to Japan’s electric cities, we travel the world to find the world’s best independent brands.

We believe commerce should be about discovery. The ancient Silk Road once allowed adventurers to connect with unfamiliar cultures through travel, communication and trade. We use our platform to help you cross continents without leaving home, recapturing that lost commerce experience and inspiring that same sense of discovery.

Toledo Hoops in White The Toledo collection is an elegant, yet playful take on the traditional damascene jewellery of Spain & Japan. Delicate illustrations fusing the two styles are embossed in shining gold foil onto smooth, lightweight leather in White, bold Black & regal Ox Blood, & dressed with golden chains & swinging tassels.

Ella Mini Leather Bag This bag is ideal for every situation, any place and any time. It’s a mini shoulder bag, though you are able to carry a phone, make up bag, camera or other essentials in this confined space. This bag is made out of different kinds of leather and leather pieces stitched together to create one whole material. The bag closes with a beautiful leather cord and has a small but thick leather strap which is adjustable. There are also two white leather tassels on each side which are around 24 cm long.

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Rose Enamel Pinky Ring

Sweet & small but mighty! The mid finger/pinky rose ring is part of the new generation of Flora. You can either wear it on your pinky if it fits or on the upper middle part of your fingers. It has been hand carved & crafted in bronze, with 8 microns of silver plating and embellished with a choice of 5 enamel colours!

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White Eagle Leather Fringe Neck Piece $263.00

This neck piece takes its inspiration from the plumage of the birds and it belongs to my new collection Bodega Bay.

Bodega Bay is a small seaside town located in the north coast of California, about 60 km from San Francisco. In 1963, Alfred Hitchcock chose it as the location for his “The Birds”.

This ornament, characterised by a great visual impact, is for sure a statement neck piece and it is dedicated to a strong and determined woman, who’s not afraid to be daring in her style choices.

Desert Sands Necklace The centrepiece of this necklace was discovered in a tiny Moroccan shop, a buried treasure, which forms the focal point of this multi layered necklace.

Rows of bone, metal and glass beads are brought together with a single row of woven ribbon. The black and ivory chevron ribbon was another find in the souks of Marrakech. Its soft around the neck and gives a graphic touch to this special piece.

$658.00

Piñata Tooled Leather Purse White Dorado Cream Pearls Earrings

Introducing the New Capsule Collection of tooled leather bags from Sabrina Tach. Each style is simple, clean, and designed with special attention to detail. The new collections is available in gorgeous pastel colors to choose from. The unique design of each bag is perfect for the Boho girl who lives for modern luxury.

$180.00

Red Carpet Collection - Cream Pearls and Dorado Resin Cabochon, Swarovski Elements Golden Shadow and Dorado on textile shape, and Swarovski Elements Pearls ear pins.

$268.00

Boticca.com THE WORLD’S LUXURY BAZAAR OF FASHION ACCESSORIES

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Capeline Wool Hat

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ON THE COVER Photographer: Tommy Chung | Model: Bruna Lirio from MC2 Models Miami Styling: Alessandra Gold | Make Up/Hair: Khadine Ali Clothes: Muche et Muchette | Accessories: Leather bracelet from AGCSMiami Location: Gold Photography Studio, Miami/FL

This is the story of 2 Parisian childhood gal pals, fond of fashion and whose destiny always keeps them together.

Married to another set of best friends, the two couples moved from Paris to Miami in the 90’s and respectively worked for their own company. They each became mother of 3 and transformed their friendship to “familyship”. A life full of coincidences, which over 2 decades naturally ends up with a business partnership!

Sharing their wardrobes for years, they finally decided it was about time to share their complicity with other women by creating the “ideal closet”.

Muche et Muchette finally sees the light, launching its 2011 1st Hippie Chic Collection. A french american elegant and vibrant colorful women’s clothing line. Hippie Chic is more than an artistic statement for them, it is also a lifestyle! Their way of life has always been based on elegance, originality and also simplicity.

Muche et Muchette’s message is to feel good and to preserve the trendy innovative feminine and romantic Parisian appearance.

Muche et Muchette’s design is a mix of best friends’ instinct who made their dream come true.

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Geometric Scarf Poncho

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Rory Ruana Lace Inserts Shawl w/Fringe O/S

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Bicolor Scarf Vest with Pockets

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Rory Ruana Embroidery Sequins

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Bohemian Crochet Scallopped Cardigan

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THE SMART GIRL’S GUIDE TO BUYING THE PERFECT COAT

BY JENI TETAMORE

Winter is here for real and most places in the Northern Hemisphere will have cold and wet until at least the end of March, so now is a fantastic time to take advantage of post-Christmas sales and get yourself the coat you’ve always wanted. But what to get?

There’s poly/down, ski, all-weather, wool, leather, synthetics – Oh, my! The key here is to know your own reasons for getting a coat.

Do you want something that can go from office to club?

Do you live in a really wet climate?

Maybe you want to go skiing, ice skating at the outdoor rink, or snowshoeing…

Perhaps what you really need is something that can withstand the rigors of small children spilling hot cocoa all over you and still look awesome.

It’s all right, I’ve got you covered!

That’s what girlfriends are for, right?

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SKI JACKETS

A common mistake among rookies is believing that getting any old waterproof or insulated jacket for the slopes or cold-weather activity will do just fine. What often gets forgotten is the fact that you are going to encounter two major issues while being outside:

1. Wet – in the form of flying snow, landing in the snow, snow being thrown at you, etc.

2. You are going to work up a sweat because you are being active even though it may be extremely cold otherwise.

This means you probably don’t want a coat filled with down (goose feathers) which is arguably extremely warm, but will get bulky and gross if it gets too wet and it does not dry quickly. Also, once you start heating up from exertion, you will then be too hot and have no reasonable way too cool down without placing yourself at risk of getting sick from exposure.

GoOutdoors.com suggests man-made, synthetic insulation because it replicates the warming and heating effects of down (without the bulk) while adding superior breathability and circulation of heat with the further benefit of greater mobility and freedom of movement. They go on to list these twelve essentials when choosing your perfect ski jacket, so make sure it has: • DWR (Durable Water Repellent) which is very similar to Teflon in that is wicks away the water and allows it to bead rather than soak into the fabric. You can also buy it separately and reapply (about once a year) so that your coat will always be protected.

• GORE-Tex™ membrane coating is pretty expensive and may not be appropriate for you if you are not going to be an avid winter outdoorswoman, but it is extremely waterproof and breathable, so if you are going to be out a lot, this may be the option for you.

• Sealed Seams indicate that your coat has been specifically designed for the cold and wet, that it is appropriately weatherproof.

• Articulated Sleeves (you want to be able to move freely when you are enjoying the outdoors) • Venting allows you to stay comfortable by releasing built up moisture when needed through pit zips and deep chest zips. You are also less likely to knock over your friends from BO when you unzip your jacket if you use them!

• Snow Skirt acts as a barrier by covering the lower area of the jacket and preventing snow from crawling up your back.

• Hood (make sure it’s “Helmet Compatible”!) and you may want it to have a different heat rating than your jacket. For example, your jacket may have a rating of 100g in the body, 60g in the hood (which is higher per square inch of space) so that you stay plenty warm. Most body heat escapes through

the head! Also, get one with a toggle system so that it’s easy to secure without having to take off your gloves.

• Adjustable Hem/Cuffs lets you seal out the weather and wet • Zipped Pockets (I don’t think you want to carry your purse while swooshing down the mountain) • Deep Zips in the chest release heat without slowing you down • Flexible Sleeves (roll those babies up when you get too hot while keeping your head and chest protected against the wet and cold!)

• Removable Insulation (this is essential if you live someplace with crazy weather changes) such as zip out fleece liners will allow you to layer and unlayer quickly depending on your weather. Cont...

Some of our favorite ski jackets include: • Obermeyer’s Sienna (above/white) www.jans.com • Westcomb’s Fuse (above/blue) www.moosejaw.com • Helly Hansen’s Stella (purple/white) www.shophellyhansen.com

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POLY/DOWN

This is actually two different kinds of coats, but since they have a very similar look we thought we’d better explain a little more. As explained in the ski jacket section, down is extremely warm and it has a rather distinctive look. As a kid, we called them the marshmallow coats because they are so puffy. There are some major differences between going organic and the synthetic version. For one, synthetic coats will lose much of its warmth over 5 to 7 years while a down jacket (with equal care) will retain its warmth for 10 to 20 years.

Down will also compress better and regain its shape more quickly and it is generally lighter than its synthetic counterpart.

However, if you live in a wet climate where you experience a lot of sleet or freezing rain in addition to your snow, down when it gets wet loses its ‘loft’, that fluffy feeling is what keeps you warm. It then gets clumpy and takes forever to dry out again, so you will also stay cold until it gets completely dry.

Let’s throw a third option into this mix.

Technology is pretty cool. There is now Hydrophobic Down. I know, right! This stuff helps battle down’s kryptonite, moisture, by coating the down in nano-technology. This technology is supposed to help keep the down from absorbing the moisture (or at least postpone it) and help it dry faster. It’s not readily available on the market yet, but is definitely something that all the down coat gurus are watching with extreme interest!

There are two primary methods of construction in poly/down coats: 1. Sewn Through (which is most common) 2. Box Baffling (which is the best method for optimizing the loft – keeping you warmer) A key to your poly/down coat is going to be its outer shell because they have different durability’s, different warmth ratings, and ability to protect the down from the elements (tighter weave = greater water resistance). So, depending on what 30 FASHIONAFFAIRMAGAZINE.COM

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you are using your jacket for (are you winter camping on the side of the mountain or are you trying to walk to work in a snow storm?), you will want to question not only the fabric but also the thickness (thickness usually directly corresponds to how warm the coat is). Maybe you can get a thinner coat as long as it has box baffling if you simply want to use it as a daily coat in a really cold climate!

Some of our favorite down jackets include: • Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer (silver - www.backcountry.com) • Eddie Bauer’s Lodge Down Parka • Canada Goose Hybridge Lite Hoody And if you’d rather go synthetic, try…

• Marmot’s Backstage Jacket • Columbia’s Whirlibird Interchange Jacket • Nau’s Urbane Jacket (black - www.moosejaw.com)

WOOL

This is a classic for a reason. From suits to sailors, wool has been a go-to fabric for thousands of years. It can be woven in such a light weight that it is appropriate for summer and be made so heavy so as to endure the worst cold. Since we’re shopping for winter, though, we’re going to focus on the cold!

What makes wool so special is the lanolin that it contains naturally, which helps it to be water resistant. Now, if you live in a really wet climate, wool may not be for you because if it does become saturated, it becomes very heavy and takes forever to dry out. However, for your average snow or rain, getting to and from your car to home to office to shopping, you may find that you really enjoy the warmth, durability, and inherent sense of class that wool implies.

The most common style of wool jacket is called the pea coat –a style made popular by sailors with its thick collar and double breast boxy

cut that fits over the waist. We’ve come a long way from those, though, with coats now featuring slim cuts and fitted waists for women while keeping that same timeless style. For ladies, they are often longer as well, coming down to the knee and are most usually belted (either tie or buckle).

The key to finding a great wool coat is not only its weave (remember, the tighter the construction, the more water resistant and weather proof it is), but also what it’s mixed with and lined with. Many wool coats are no longer pure wool but are some kind of blend – polyester, cotton, silk, or cashmere – so it’s important to make sure you know exactly what you are getting.

If the coat is mixed with silk or cashmere (which is simply another kind of wool product from goats rather than sheep and is super soft!), then your quality is still high as is the coats ability to resist water and cold. A coat mixed with silk or cashmere may also be less irritating against your skin. If the coat is mixed with polyester or some other kind of synthetic fabric, you water and weather resistance is still in place, but the quality is not as high and the coat will not be as warm.

However, if the coat is mixed with cotton, cotton soaks in the water, nor is it as warm, so the overall quality of the coat is lowered.

Lining inside the coat is just as critical. Some winter weight coats have gone to removable liners for extra warmth, so depending on your climate, this may suit you best. If you are more of a traditionalist, you’ll want a coat lined with at least rayon to help keep down any skin irritation you might be prone to from the wool, but silk is really best as it is breathable and weather resistant.

A good wool coat is truly an investment, so inquire about tailoring to ensure that your coat fits you exactly the way you want it. With proper care, you could hand this coat down to your great-grandchildren. I still have the wool “car-coat” that was worn by my father’s great-aunt when she would tool around Chicago in her Model-T! The only thing that could use some restoration is the velvet collar!

Our favorite wool coats this year: • Annaleigh Loro Piana Wool (left/ivory - www.overland.com) • Belinda Alpaca-Blend Wool (3/4 Trench) • Fidelity Sportswear Short Peacoat

ALL WEATHER

Could the description be a little more vague? Sure it could! They are also called “all-season” coats!

These jackets are generally layered with some kind of insulated liner that will zip out of a waterproof shell. Like ski jackets, many will have sealed seams and are specially treated to repel moisture.

They come in a variety of styles from hoodies to trenchcoats and everything in between. You may want one of these if your climate is not prone to truly heavy snow or deep cold snaps as they aren’t generally as warm by themselves as some of your other choices. However, as a layering option, it is ideal!

Some technologies to look for in an ideal coat is finding waterproof, yet breathable fabric. Gore-Tex™ is the most wellknown and widely used, but there are others. Eastern Mountain Sports uses System Three, Marmot developed PreCip and MemBrain, and The North Face created HyVent. Coats made with these kinds of technologies will keep you dry while not suffocating you in your own sweat if you’re exerting yourself through a hike or if the day begins to warm up.

Given that this is winter shopping, find a jacket with a hard shell, rather than soft shell. A soft shell jacket is not waterproof.

It’s water resistant, but not waterproof, so be aware of the difference if you ask a clerk for help. A key sign is the hard shell fabric should have a sheen to it and feel smooth to your touch while a soft shell will have a texture and the dullness of a traditional woven fabric (think sweatshirt).

Our favorite all weather coats include: • Sprayway Enigma TL Gore-Tex Jacket • LL Bean’s All-Weather Commuter Coat (above/black - www.llbean.com) • ZeroXposur’s 3-in-1 Hooded System Jacket

CHEAT SHEET

When you go to purchase your coat, remember a few essential things.

First, research the manufacturers of the kind of coat you think you want to buy.

Look up customer ratings. Make sure they are still in business. Even if you find them in a store, if the company is going under, this may say something about their business practices and product… like maybe it’s not really as good as they say it is!

Second, wear what you are most likely going to wear when you will wear the coat. If you go to the store in your bulkiest sweater, but want a coat you know that you will only have on when you are dressed for work, then the coat isn’t going to fit you the way you want. You won’t have an accurate sense of how you will feel when wearing it. Take a friend and take a picture of you in it, as well, because you see yourself differently in a picture than you do when looking at yourself in the mirror.

Third, don’t buy it the same day. Most stores have a 24-hour hold policy. Ask them if they will hold it for you so you can think about it. A really good coat is going to cost anywhere from a couple hundred to several thousand dollars.

It’s worth the wait. If they won’t hold it, ask about their layaway plan. It’s totally worth losing a few dollars (comparatively) than buying a coat you may wind up hating. This is a long term investment (remember reading that a synthetic ski coat could last 5-7 years, a down coat 10-20, and I have my great-great aunt’s 100-year old wool coat?) so it is wise to go back after you’ve slept on it. * If you order online, make sure you understand the vendor’s return policy.

This can sometimes get tricky with clothing items, so thoroughly read all of their disclaimers!

And, finally, never settle. Don’t buy something because you are sick of looking.

There are quite literally hundreds of styles in every material imaginable so the perfect coat is out there, just waiting for you to snatch it up! This is your winter statement to the world. Make sure the world hears you correctly!

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Angel fallen

Photographer : David Salou | www.davidsalou.com Model: Clarisse Detoc | MUA: Jessica Jean-Francois wardrobe stylist & DESIGNER: Hakuyo Miya

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the NEW and Oh So glamorous...

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MINI-CLUTCH SPEAKER™ DAZZLING DIAMOND

Portable, Wireless, Bluetooth® Speaker, Speakerphone and Functional Clutch All In One. The Mini-Clutch Speaker™ offers the best in sound quality and design. It effortlessly pairs with any Bluetooth®-enabled device, has a built-in speakerphone for hands-free calls, opens to reveal a mirror, has a pocket for daily essentials, can connect to non-Bluetooth devices via aux-in jack and if your phone is running out of battery, it can charge any USB enabled device.

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Jala Clothing, a SoCal yoga inspired apparel brand, was established in 2008 by Kelly Kolterman an artist, yoga studio owner, and yoga teacher. In Sanskrit, “jala” means “sacred waters of life”. In yoga, water symbolizes transformation, creativity, and adaptability. Jala’s logo, the lotus flower, symbolizes infinite possibilities within oneself and the potential to connect to a higher consciousness. Jala’s soft buttery fabrics, comfortable flowing styles and positive designs fuse mindfulness, yoga and fashion.

Jala Clothing is committed to following ethical and responsible business practices and manufacturing. Jala seeks out suppliers that conserve resources and manufacture locally, and ethically by local California family-owned businesses. Jala engages in many green business practices and is working on gaining several certifications or their efforts. Beyond recycling trash, shipping boxes, and clothing hangers, they run a paperless office and even opt out of heat or air conditioning to have less impact on the environment.

At Jala, the term “seva” holds a special meaning. It is one of the simplest, yet most profound and life changing ways that they can put spiritual knowledge into action. Seva means “How may I serve you?” or “Can I help you?” At Jala, they believe in giving back through charitable services and free community yoga classes at their local store in Redondo Beach, CA. In addition Jala partnered with Yoga Gives Back. A non profit organization whose mission is to help mothers in India start their own businesses and send their children to school. 100% of the profits from the Yoga Gives Back collection support the mothers and children of India.

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Sari Terry Top $52.00 USD

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Jala Cut Legging $68.00

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JESSICAside pocket tote $405.00 USD

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If you aren’t afraid of getting a little attention while strutting down the street, Free Endearment is the brand for you. We’ve designed our bags to be practical enough for everyday use but unique enough to turn some heads.

They are all handmade from custom tanned leather and quality hardware and lining. With such a variety of sizes, shapes and colors, we challenge you not to fall in love with at least one.

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Utilizing Free-Flow Fabric Technology that is durable and breathable, this fastdrying material keeps bodies cool, dry and comfortable. Onzie yoga gear is perfect for hot yoga, but can also be used for pilates, spinning, swimming, surfing, running or hooping. Our clothes can be worn as everyday wear or into chlorine and salt water environments. You can transition in and out of yoga postures as seamlessly as you can the rest of your day. From straps to bottom, Onzie helps keep your body in check. You’ll feel supported from the inside and out… shaping the entire body. So embrace the awareness of your being, sense your core, and feel secure. Focus on your strength and beauty. And for goodness sake, forget about those so-called flaws. You’re perfectly you.

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Enjoy your favorite shoes more with Foot Glide® balm. It’s the ultimate solution to irritation and painful rubbing from all kinds of women’s and men’s footwear, including street shoes, flats, sandals, strappies, heels, boots, flip-flops, even stilettos.

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of synthetic film, PaperGold is bendable, lightweight, and resilient. Each PaperGold note is carefully assayed and verified, and then beautifully micro-printed at high resolution to produce attractive, wallet-sized bills.

PaperGold is not a promissory note or a gold certificate. It is real, pure Gold in a new

size, shape, and format. It’s sleek, cool, and unique.You can use it to invest in your future, or to give the perfect gift for any occasion.

Gold has continued to grow in value over the long-term and PaperGold has the purity of a gold bar, now available in affordable, dollarsized bills.

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With PaperGold, you can hold real gold in your purse or conveniently folded inside your wallet. Available in 1/10th gram of pure 24kt gold, PaperGold can be stored, traded, exchanged, or melted down. It offers all the stability of real gold, but in a sleek, cool new form that makes a statement.

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features a consistently changing array of women’s clothing, jewelry, accessories, shoes and gifts, from local, national and international designers, including Denverbased Hippo Kiss Creations, BB Dakota and Voluspa Candles. Dedicated to providing Denverites with a selection unavailable elsewhere, the Inspyre buyers travel nationwide to handpick merchandise each month.

Despite the time and care that goes into curating each store’s selection, every item found at Inspyre is under $100.

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Each location is designed with a mix of feminine décor, such as crystal chandeliers, and local and eco-friendly materials, including reclaimed beetle-kill lumber. For more information, or to shop online, visit www.inspyreboutique.com.

LOCATIONS:

Lower Highlands: (720) 891-9595 | 2021 W 32nd Ave. Denver, CO 80211 Cherry Creek North: (720) 891-9595 | 171 Detroit St. Denver, CO 80206 Lone Tree: (303) 898-3892 | 8441 S Yosemite, Lone Tree, CO 80214

or Shop Online at InspyreBoutique.com

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The world is a great, big place full of wonder and possibilities, most of which we have yet to explore.

With our newly minted column, “Wanderlust,” we hope to introduce you to locations new and old, trendy and vintage. So, whether you are taking time for yourself or suddenly find your business travel bag in hand and en route to one of our eclectic locations, we will get you all the dish and even show you how to dress like the locals.

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People write us month after month wanting to know how we find these great hotels.

Here’s the secret revealed: There are no short cuts. We network, we talk to travel writers, we make missteps and we trust over-the-top publicists to gauge who is really telling the truth and who is selling us smoke and mirrors.

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So, when in doubt, check-in with your friends at:

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Be-Bang lines up the path for you to discover exclusive offers designed to match all your expectations.”

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Our January Issue takes you to the neverending nightlife of...

NEW YORK CITY

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ou are just in time for the rebirth of cool. We are referring to hotel SIXTY LES, of course, which oozes coolness right out of the gate and still resonates as the ideal anchor for the adventure seeker wanting to explore the mysterious and gritty neighborhoods of the Lower East Side.

The Lower East Side is chock full of New York icons and gems galore. Fashion lovers should start on Orchard Street and work their way up. There is something for everyone: A.W. Kaufman boasts European and designer sleepwear, Arivel plays host to the well heeled looking for a deal on winter necessities, and Ethink caters to the preshaving, young & cool crowd.

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SIXTY LES is totally new to us and may be new to you.

It’s much more charming than we expected and we were seduced by its streamlined and industrial interior. It’s a luxury hotel, but with soft prices and no snooty doorman to eyeball you in disapproval. And competitive prices mean you have more money for shopping!

The SIXTY LES experience is all about a one-of-a-kind experience with youthful energy. A little treasure tucked away on Allen Street where young professionals, international travelers and out-of-state visitors alike can retreat from the hustle and bustle of Midtown.

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fter checking in to our upscale Studio King, we took a moment to gather our senses at the second floor lounge.

Saving room for our fabulous dinner at Del Frisco’s later, we tried our hardest not to look at the alluring fresh, handmade sushi passing us by. The charming, friendly and easy-on-theeyes bartender pulled us right into the japanese tavern bar.

Trust me when I tell you that the Blue Ribbon Sushi Izakaya Crunchy Rolls and Yellowtail sushi will make you stay for seconds and change that dinner reservation to later.

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“In the heart of New York City’s Lower East Side lies luxury amid haute minimalism, SIXTY LES, carries the artful spirit of the city through its every suite, space and dining venue, from an Andy Warhol filmstrip pool to Lee Friedlander-made glowing headboards to bespoke Jim Walrod interior design elements.”

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n all its boutique wonder, the sleek, upscale feel of the rooms blew us away. We honestly didn’t want to leave. Floor-toceiling windows made us feel one with the city, and the monochromatic room was large by New York standards.

With thick, protective walls, we were surrounded by silence.

Thankfully, the only sounds we heard from our neighbors was the Do Not Disturb sign being hung on the room door. And with modern bathroom amenities by REN and over-sized bathrobes by Frette, we felt like we were staying on 5th Avenue.

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PERKS • 400 Thread SFERRA Linens • Sectional Sofa • Large LCD Flat Screen TV • In-Room Safe • iPod Docking Station ...and lots of closet space!

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SIXTY Hotels is ambitious in vision but down-to-earth when it comes to putting guests first.

SIXTY Hotels is a new, innovative brand of five luxury inns based in New York City and Los Angeles, with Miami debuting in 2014. SIXTY Hotels distinguishes itself from other boutique brands by providing highly personalized service and artful hotel experiences within sophisticated backdrops that seasoned travelers will find at home. From its incomparable suites to its gastronomically refined restaurants and rooftop cocktail lounges, SIXTY Hotels offers discerning global travelers exclusive urban retreats. SIXTY SoHo, located at 60 Thompson Street in New York, is the flagship of the hotel collective. Nautilus, a SIXTY Hotel, opening in Miami South Beach in 2015.

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190 Allen Street - New York, NY Lower East Side - 877.460.8888 www.sixtyhotels.com

EVENT SPACE SIXTY LES offers a variety of venues for special events including the hotels expansive SixtyLoft duplex suite and penthouse: the membersonly Above SIXTY LES rooftop lounge with retractable, glass-enclosed roof; the Media room or by the hotel’s outdoor pool. From evening cocktail receptions underneath the stars for up to 150 guests, event planning possibilities are endless.

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Walking around the Lower East Side is a real treat for the senses where the deafening roars of subway trains rumbling overhead is partnered with expressive urban graffiti and honking yellow cabs. The iconic Eldridge Street Synagogue and New Museum on Bowery are not to be missed. The vast cultural heritage of old New York mixes with modern-day, edgy New York and is a side of New York that you could easily miss if you aren’t running around with a local. Little Italy, SoHo, and Tribeca await you. With vibrant neighborhoods, great restaurants and art galleries, it’s all right there.

SIXTY LES . . . we would be remiss if we didn’t share this fabulous off-the-beaten-track find with our loyal traveling companions.

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del frisco’s Double eagle steakhouse 1221 Avenue Of the America’s - (212) 575-5129 | delfriscos.com

It’s hard to ignore the amount of rave reviews that define this landmark eatery in Midtown. Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House was once home to the historic Chemical Bank . . . and the wealth is still flowing. Being no stranger to steak houses, we figured we would give it a try.

Del Frisco’s delivers on every front. Make that reservation now and be whisked to your table past a sea of out-of-towners that weren’t as wise as you. The scene is vibrant and upscale—think Diane Sawyer, Barbra Walters and every power suit north of Wall Street.

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Del Frisco’s is where you come to woo that client or celebrate the completion of your next big project. It’s power food and power-talk all under one roof.

is larger than the bridge that brought us over, and our choice of bacon wrapped scallops left our mouths dancing in ecstasy.

The only rookie mistake we made was filling up on executive chef Elvis Inniss’ main dishes before the generous desserts. As we rubbernecked the lemon layer cake that passed by us on our way out, it stirred up one sure thought: You can bank on the fact that we’ll be back!

The staff is sharp and entertaining.

Our über enthusiastic server Jed was almost as over-the-top as the holiday windows at Saks Fifth Avenue. Prepare to have your senses heightened and your palate satisfied.

Del Frisco’s is Features: more Private dining in the former vault-turned-wine cellar than just steaks.

Wine List of Over 1,200 selections The jumbo Cellar and lounge Business casual dress shrimp cocktail

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Connected to the Main Lobby of Hotel Archer

In spring of 2014, the David Burke Group opened its 5th culinary delight, set in the ground floor of the vibrant boutique Archer Hotel New York.

It’s New American fare in thoughtful and exciting ways.

Eager to experience a buzzing New York scene with amazing food, we searched out and found David Burke fabrick.

Hidden nooks and crannies for an intimate liaison make for an ideal first-date memory. You will be well lit under colorful tapestries and skylight windows. It’s upscale and casual with eclectic and warm overtones, which is not a scene you’d associate within walking distance of Fifth Avenue.

Like an artist’s color palate and canvas, David Burke fabrick is executive chef Adin Langille’s

playground. A menu of sophisticated favorites and comforting classics like lobster dumplings, sea scallops, and roasted cauliflower steak are artfully presented to the hungry New Yorker. My personal favorite— angry tacos with shrimp paired with chipotle aioli. To die for!

The David Burke fabrick experience is colorful and multifarious. It will have you looking at your calendar to lock in on another open date to create memories with cocktails and nosh.

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NEW YORK At the intersection of luxurious ideas and hand assembled craftsmanship is your new ally in all things exceptional: PISIDIA.

If your passport is running out of room for stamps, chances are good that you have encountered the PISIDIA brand in various international settings.

Based in Hong Kong, Berlin and Germany this courtship will take you around the world and back, all without messing up your hair.

www.pisidiausa.com

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Spring of 2014 was the introduction of PISIDIA USAs’ savvy collection of clutches, handbags, duffle bags, laptop/tablet bags, make-up cases and even a men’s line.

Each luxurious find is made of patented stitched silicone and the finest reinforcements. Durable, bold, and vibrant---the Jones’ will be keeping up with you. **PISIDIA gives back, offering a portion of the proceeds from all handbags sold to cancer research.

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Photography | Ewa Sawicka Ewalds Model | Agnieszka Grzywacz/UNCOVERMODELS MUA & HAIR: Margo Seferyńska Stylist | Imago Style | Manicurist/Pedi: Martyna Dąbrowska

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WHITE

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... white, although often considered as no color (a theory largely due to the Impressionists, who saw no white in nature), is a symbol of a world from which all color as a definite attribute has disappeared. This world is too far above us for its harmony to touch our souls.

A great silence, like an impenetrable wall, shrouds its life from our understanding. White, therefore, has its harmony of silence, which works upon us negatively, like many pauses in music that break temporarily the melody. It is not a dead silence, but one pregnant with possibilities. White has the appeal of the nothingness that is before birth, of the world in the ice age.

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~ Wassily Kandinsky, Russian Painter and Art Theorist

IS OR IS NOT WHITE A COLOR? Well, let’s get scientific for a minute. Many actually assume that white is an absence of color, perhaps a certain translucence, when in truth white is a mix of all the colors in the light spectrum! Perhaps the best way to explain this is a rainbow. In our daily lives, we are encompassed by white light, meaning that it doesn’t have a particular hue. We only know this when that light refracts on the water causing a rainbow and we see the light spectrum!

So, in truth, black is an absence of color while white is mixture of all the colors in the spectrum and all colors are created by light.

Hope I haven’t lost you yet, because this kind of made me go hmm, too. Ready. Set. Go! When you mix the pigments of all three primary colors (red, yellow, and blue) using any liquid paint or coloring you will get black (okay, maybe not jet black, but you see my point) and then technically pure white is an absence of color because you can’t mix pigments to come up with white. Therefore, white is an absence of pigmentation!

Still with me?

The key to all of this is light. The color of any tangible object originates from the molecular level.

The reason you see the red of an apple is because

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Now it gets tricky. What we just talked about was Additive Color Theory. Now we can dive into what artists refer to as Subtractive Color Theory or Color as Pigment or Molecular Coloring Agents.

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it is reflecting at a very specific wavelength of light.

But when you see the shiny white spot on it from where the sun or bulb hits it a little more directly, that’s because the light is catching more wavelengths of color and all your human eye can see is the white and not all the tiny reflections of the other wavelengths!

MEANING OF WHITE In advertising, white is associated with cool and cleanliness and often used for high-tech and medical products and organizations. It is also used with lowweight, low-fat food, and dairy products. Companies use it because it connotes safety and a successful beginning.

White for purity. In many cultures, white symbolizes purity and innocence, and white robes and garments are worn to convey spiritual and/or sexual purity. On a truly white garment, even the tiniest bit of dye or dirt would destroy the color, so this makes sense in a symbolic nature.

HISTORY OF WHITE PIGMENTATION In pre-historic times, lime powder and gesso were what our ancestors used in order to make a ‘white pigment’. However, it was ancient Greece that discovered lead white (yes, remember the dangers you’ve heard about lead paint, it’s been around that

long) that would make such an impact on Western art. It wasn’t until the 20th century that zinc white and titanium white came into existence. Titanium white’s excellent qualities quickly replaced almost all other forms of pigmentation in both art and industry.

• It stands for wholeness and completion and in many cultures represents openness and truth • It is the color of purity and kindness, but in some cultures it is the color for mourning.

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It represents poise, confidence, and freshness. It also promotes creativity, but avoid it if you are compulsively neat, very critical, or can’t express affection! It is a Metal Element.

• White elephants on water connotes tremendous wealth opportunities in the path forward.

• White horses bring the chi of wealth, courage, and power

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WEARING WHITE IN WINTER

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I’m sure you’ve heard the old axiom “Never wear white after Labor Day”.

Did you ever wonder where that came from?

There is a theory that it came about during the late 1800s/early 1900s from the wives of the super-rich who weren’t too fond of the newly monied rich and were looking for ways to exclude them. They wanted to know who was socially acceptable and who was not based upon how they dressed. Wearing white during the summer months, when it was so hot was perfectly acceptable, but when Labor Day became a federal holiday in 1894 it became a natural end to summer and its fashions.

White became the color of weddings and resort-wear, not for dinner parties in the fall and winter.

By the 1950s, most women’s magazines made it clear that white was for between Memorial Day and Labor Day! Some bucked the trend, like Coco Chanel who wore white year round, but this didn’t even exist until a hundred years ago.

Fashion rules have become more lax. Now designers like Ralph Lauren and Christian Dior are specifically creating white looks for their fall and winter lines that are just yummy!

Christian Dior 2015 A/W Collection

“Women think of all colors except the absence of color. I have said that black has it all. White too.

Their beauty is absolute.

It is the perfect harmony.”

-CoCo Chanel

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Women’s white platform sneakers $229.00

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Exotic Snow White Necklace Hand Woven with White Feathers and Shells Papua New Guinea style

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John Pham combined his passion, vision, and expertise of the modeling industry to pave the way for the next wave of talent. As founder and CEO of ModXchange.com, a networking website for models, John encourages and facilitates aspiring individuals to make rewarding and career-enhancing connections. Since the inception of the website three years ago, John’s vision has come to life with a large and diverse following of individuals sharing a common passion. In addition to showcasing their portfolios, ModXchange notifies interested users about casting calls and job opportunities, while also accompanying each account with a blogging feature. Users may post their pictures and embed videos right on the page. The platform is a great avenue to help these new talent gain the exposure they need. And to top it all off, ModXchange.com is not just for models.

The site presents networking opportunities and job postings for actors, writers, makeup artists, photographers, and others in the fashion industry. ModXchange has become the prototype for creative professionals in expressing and sharing their ideas.

Even with this proven success, John has not allowed it lead to complacency. He has evolved the website time and time again, making improvements to design, interface, security features, and many other aspects that are valued by its users. Perhaps the success of his website stems from the same passion and work ethic he infused into his modeling career. He has worked with respected agencies and modeled for high-end magazines over the past decade. The same charismatic personality and positive attitude that gained him success in his modeling career is apparently receiving the same success in drawing creative talent to his website. modXchange | modXchange.com Aspire | Live | Inspire 108  FASHIONAFFAIRMAGAZINE.COM

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“The platform is a great avenue to help these new talents gain the exposure they need.

And to top it off, ModXchange.com is not just for models...”

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The We Heart Program partners with artisans in developing countries around the world to purchase their hand made crafts. The collection helps to support small, independent artisans through the partnership to build their businesses with a global brand like Reef.

By purchasing the Reef ‘We Heart’ Collection, shoppers will help local artisans continue their amazing work and build better lives for themselves and their families.

These shoes change lives.

Walled in Black Chambray $62

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We Heart Scrunch in Tan/Blue $36

We Heart Stargazer in Tan/Pink $29

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Reef’s thirty year heritage traces back to two brothers from Argentina, Fernando and Santiago “Santi” Aguerre.

Fueled by their passion for surfing, and armed with a unique entrepreneurial spirit, the brothers acted on an idea to create a high quality, comfortable, active lifestyle sandal. Attracted to the Southern California lifestyle, Santi moved to California in the early 80’s and would shortly be reunited with his brother.

Fernando graduated from Law School, and headed to La Jolla to help co-found Reef. With $4000 working capital, hard work, dedication and some savvy marketing ideas, the brothers built Reef into the #1 sandal brand. Fernando and Santiago knew they had a great product, but they wanted to separate themselves from the other surf companies. Inspired by the notoriously beautiful women of the beaches in South America, the brothers saw an opportunity to introduce the surf market to an exotic element that they called Miss Reef. Never revealing her face or identity, the brothers used the intrigue of Miss Reef to help convey their idea of the surf lifestyle. The first advertisement involving Miss Reef was rejected from the surfing magazines for the controversial content, but after some convincing, the ads finally ran. The surfers who read the magazines were instantly intrigued by the exotic and beautiful figure in the ads. Since then, Miss Reef has become a global icon of the surfing community. She has remained an integral component of Reef’s DNA, and can easily be attributed to the success of Reef.

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