FA S H I O N
Issue N o 5
Interfashionable
Be daring, be different, be impractical, be anything that will assert integrity of purpose and imaginative vision against the play-it-safers, the creatures of the commonplace, the slaves of the ordinary. Christian Dior
Festive Issue No.5
Welcome
To Issue No. 5 : The Inter-fashionable Issue. Creativity never sleeps so we continue to reach out further afield across different time zones, to distil the essence of Fashion communication, which, like the finest fragrance, is instantly recognised but impossible to decipher. Thank you to those who responded, who acknowledge that connectivity is part of the appeal, to Santa Barbara and your wholesome support, to NYC and the visionaries who continue to generate fashion fantasy, to Hong Kong and your passionate endeavours, to Devon and the wonders it continually serves up, to Paris for No. 5 and Burberry of London, and not forgetting home, where our local talent continue to cross borders with their minds. Long may you continue to dream. Team Voir.
contents INTERFASHIONABLE
December 2013 fashion Hip & Runway - Up to date insights on the A/W trends Voir Style - Our Editor re-creates Runway magic Director’s Cut - Backstage Pass with Morgan Clare Campagne - The launch of a Luxury Brand......... In Designer - Check, Trench, it must be Burberry Longing for the Knight - Voir creative team take inspiration from McQueen and Dolce & Gabbana In Focus - Hot talent in the way of Aaron Kinney NYC Hue & Cry - Pastel Hues to beat the Season’s blues
beauty Heaven Scent - We look at the secrets of Chanel No. 5 Chanel Holiday - A look at Chanel’s festive beauty range Window Shopping - Beautiful festive window displays Locks Luxe - Festive hair from the Runways
living Store’s the Limit - Armani Exchange host an Evening of Fashion with Voir Magazine The Ebb & Flow of Fashion - Inside the world of the Fashion blogger #I Live Fashion - Emerging Fashion talent from Hong Kong Aired - Art or Fashion? A look at NYC’s Hunter & Gatti
Christmas
is around the corner and just like every year there will be parties, family get-togethers and of course the work Christmas ‘Do’. What are you going to wear? Every year women have the same dilemmas, but fortunately Voir is here to make those festive blues a thing of the past. We have been scouring the high street and runways to find you the perfect winter wonders, to get you festive-ready, and I am sure you will welcome our Hip & RunWay to get you started. We suggest gift ideas for him, jaw-dropping stocking fillers and trend reports fit for a McQueen. Step into the spotlight in shimmering and glittering jewels and unleash your inner Princess. Be prepared to be swept away by our fashion spread “Longing for the Knight” in which we have sourced some stunning modern-day Cinderella numbers. Look out for the trend overview by our fashion fairy Godmother Sarah Holden from Cricket Liverpool, who brings you the low-down on must-haves for your winter wardrobe, and of course keeps you ahead of the game by tapping into the Spring Summer wonders of 2014. Elizabeth Daisy will be taking you on a journey into the magical and mystical world of Chanel No. 5 while Kat Evans keeps you wrapped up in all things Burberry, and of course Karen Dodds, gracing Voir’s beauty pages with the season’s show-stopping hair trends. Finally, highlights of the Armani Exchange Trend Presentation cohosted by Voir, are delightfully shared with you by our writers Marianne Tupelo and Charlotte Hall, who managed to secure front row tickets...... I think I have given enough away, so on behalf of Team Voir, I would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year, or Season’s Greetings. We look forward to delivering the most exciting ideas and the best fashion in Issue 6, so until then, its time for you to be Voired!
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Introduced by Sarah Holden at Cricket cricket-fashion.com
Move over Pretty, there’s a new girl in town and she’s riding the crest of cool…. There’s been a definite shift in the fashion mainstream this season whereby functional became cool again, street became catwalk and an unprecious approach to dressing up took pole position. Cool is the new chic, grunge is the new polished and sultry femininity took a master class from the boys.
His and hers Unisex cuts both ways this season. Whereby his was only formerly hers, oversized unisex sweatshirts and bomber jackets seen at Kenzo, Givenchy and Saint Laurent marked a style revolution for both men and women. Not just confined to street couture the trend worked it’s way through the androgynous tailoring that stormed the same catwalks where even the most masculine of cuts boasted a feminine allure from the skinny zipped leathers at Saint Laurent, the outsized frock coats and tux jackets at Victoria Beckham and Stella McCartney and the sporty-luxe tailoring at Elizabeth and James.
Tartan Army Tartan, plaid and fantasy checks marked a mood shift from minimal to maximal as fashion’s new tartan armies took charge of the catwalks this season.
The traditional McQueen tartan was reworked with a contemporary spin whilst Stella McCartney and Céline cut an oversized silhouette from colourful combinations of Tartania. More than a fleeting trend, check-mania was also a firm favourite on the catwalks for spring and summer 2014 cast in zesty palettes on the catwalks of Céline and Carven and contrasted with painterly prints, bold graphics and feminine florals.
All Weather Leather ‘Leather forever’ is the style mantra of the fash pack each and every season and autumn winter’s offerings came in their edgy droves- zip embellished mini skirts from Saint Laurent, stretch-leather skinnies from Les Chiffoniers and those to-die-for suede and leather trousers, sheepskin coats and biker jackets from Isabel Marant and Balenciaga, worn with the lightest of chiffon layers, sultry lace and heavily embellished counterparts for evening. Fast-forward to spring and summer and all weather leather was hitting fashion’s highest notes thanks to modern advancements in leatherworks - think pastel shades and feather-light options guaranteed to add a grunge-luxe edge to even the most polished of looks.
Great Lengths Designers went to extreme proportions this season to deliver those great(er) lengths, mini and maxi proportions. Supersized knits versus super skinny trousers, hemlines hit the calf, jeans were given the crop and even accessories came under and oversized. As heels came down, tops went up to reveal a fashion’s newest erogenous zone - the midriff, another style keeper to ‘bare’ in mind for SS14 and the biggest trend in arm candy came from the ‘mini’ bags that emulated their supersized predecessors seen at Givenchy, Saint Laurent and Balenciaga to take from day to night •. All available at Cricket and cricket-fashion.com Instagram @cricketfashion Twitter @cricketecom
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This season the classic Jonathan Saunders bustier dress is called upon for high-profile events. Style it with killer Louboutin heels and minimal jewellery along with a Jewelled Alexander McQueen clutch to add a little festive bling.
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Tales of Fashion, Fashionable Tales, Images of Expression or Expression with Image.
Showtime means fast-pace, perfect timing, tensions stretched and makeover magic. Voir and Morgan Clare recently collaborated in a Bloggers Event. We take you up close and personal. MakeUp, Hair, Styling and Photography by Team Voir.
Bella wears Mary Katrantzou Moontree Shift Printed Dress ÂŁ795
Kirsty wears McQ Alexander McQueen Tiger Print Dress ÂŁ260
Anisha wears McQ Alexander McQueen Chunky Swallow Sweater Dress £249 with Isabella Marant Ziggy oversized coat £825
Jemima wears MSGM Floral Flute Bottom Dress £439 with Pedro Garcia Rosette Satin Shoe £279 & Alexander McQueen Leather Pink Clutch £465
Kirsty wears No.21 Oversize Round Neck Coat £715 with Diane von Furstenberg Jezebel Leopard Print Shirt £260 and Theory Tixo Zip Trouser £219
Kayleigh wears Joseph Angel Leather Biker Trouser ÂŁ755 with jumper available from the Morgan Clare Knitwear collection
Peter Pilotto Tahlia Silk Blouse £440 with Peter Pilotto Eleni Printed Pencil Skirt £399
Jemima wears MSGM Floral Flute Bottom Dress £439 with Pedro Garcia Rosette Satin Shoe £279 & Alexander McQueen Leather Pink Clutch £465
Bella wears Mary Katrantzou Moontree Shift Printed Dress ÂŁ795
Lisa wears Isabel Marant Samson Ruffle Blouse £315 Anisha wears No.21 Neutral Leopard Sweater £445 Nicola wears MSGM Brocade Floral Print Sweater £185
This Page Lisa wears Isabel Marant Samson Ruffle Blouse £315 Anisha wears No.21 Neutral Leopard Sweater £445 Nicola wears MSGM Brocade Floral Print Sweater £185
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Designers embraced their noir sides this Autumn as dark and edgy leathers and faux furs dominated the runways.
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CAMPAGNE is an editorial concept, and was inspired, conceptualized and executed by the Voir Fashion creative team with the special co-operation and support from the following. Folli Follie Queens Hotel, Leeds Morgan Clare Flannels Accent Clothing Nemesis Models River Island Any relation to brands living or dead is pure coincidence.
CAMPAGNE 1 Tiffany wears Theory Elleria Leather peplum top £439.00 with Theory Rizda Leather shorts £345.00, Taliah wears Helmut Lang Motion leather jacket £729.00 with Helmut Lang Ink leather mini skirt £510.00. Morgan Clare.
CAMPAGNE 2, 7 & 9 Taliah wears Kevan Jon Woodland drape top £145.00 with Kevan Jon Trousers in white £135.00, Tiffany wears Kevan Jon Woodland drape dress £250.00. Accent Clothing
CAMPAGNE 3 & 6 Taliah wears Kevan Jon Safari rap blouse with Black Kevan Jon Loren pants £135.00, Tiffany wears Kevan Jon Safari print bow dress in scarlet £185.00. Accent Clothing Sunglasses by Tom Ford available at Morgan Clare
CAMPAGNE 4 Tiffany wears Just Cavalli dress £285.00 with Prada Leopard print coat £1,040.00. Flannels. Heart for Heart necklace £165.00, Short length Heart for Heart Necklace £125.00, I Do Watch £225.00, Match & Dazzle Bangle £165.00. All accessories available at Folli Follie
CAMPAGNE 5 Tiffany wears Kevan Jon Deco zip black dress £285.00, Taliah wears Kevan Jon Deco X black ball sequin dress £275.00. All from Accent Clothing
CAMPAGNE 8 Models wear Midnight blue and pink sequin dresses £90.00 each. River Island
CAMPAGNE 10 & 13 Tiffany wears Beaded fringe mesh vest £40.00 with leather look pencil skirt £90.00 River Island.
CAMPAGNE 11 Brown Leopard print court shoes £85.00 River Island, Alexander McQueen Hand bag £1,195.00. Morgan Clare
CAMPAGNE 12 Taliah wears MSGM Coat £480.00. Flannels
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Enquiries to creative@voirfashion.co.uk
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Who is cutting their way to the top in the world of fashion? In-Designer focuses the attention on what is exciting and different.
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Ask anyone what they know about Burberry, whether they’re a fashion lover or not, it’s likely that they’ll say one of two things – check or trench coats. But, just what is it about this powerhouse that has enabled an empire to be built from something as simple as a check lining and a trench coat?
If timeless elegance and tradition is the blood that runs through the brand’s veins, it is the innovative edge that embodies what no other brand can. Founder Thomas Burberry set the company’s pioneering course when he created his own fabric, gabardine. So lightweight, breathable and highly durable was this fabric, that a revolution in outerwear was started, one that saw the upper classes, royalty and style icons including Audrey Hepburn flocking to wear the unforgettably chic trench coat ensuring it became entrenched in British culture as Burberry’s most iconic symbol.
The trench coat is so much more than just a garment - it’s a unique representation of pure quality and when you think of it like that it is easy to understand just why it has made such a mark on the fashion industry. A labour of love, 100 tailors are involved in the 300 operations that must be done in order to create just one trench coat, creating perfection with the epaulettes, the belt and buckle, the d-rings, the back rain shield, the collar, the wrist cuffs and of course, the check lining.
The Burberry brand as it stands today can be viewed as three strands, Prorsum, Brit and London. That doesn’t mean to say they’re trying to cater to three different markets, they’re making sure that they give the Burberry girl options: for eveningwear [Prorsum], workwear [London] and weekend casual [Brit].
The sheer intelligence and intuition behind the brand shines through in every collection as they take inspiration from outside influences whilst remaining true to the core values that Burberry is known for – tradition and timeless standards of quality. The magnitude of growth that the Burberry check design saw throughout the 20th Century meant that the brand has had to fight to preserve its reputation for exclusivity – something it has done in a manner that we could only expect from the Burberry brand – with class and effortless style. Movement within the design team and management saw the brand stripped back to its roots, ready to
lead the fashion world into the 21st Century and marking the turning point at which this brand became a force to be reckoned with. The introduction of world-renowned photographer Mario Testino to the Burberry family and a passion for using home grown British talent, beginning with Kate Moss, saw the brand embark on a new, more youthful and sexy journey.
As Burberry broke through fashion boundaries, the brand’s heritage and quintessential Britishness has never been forgotten, staying as key to the brand as the Trench itself. Advertising campaigns are always awaited with baited breath amongst the fashion community because of the sheer artistry that goes into them. Not one to follow in the footsteps of others, Burberry likes to break the mould with their imagery. Reaching feats that no other brands seem to be able to do, it manages to evolve season upon season with ease, with a range of famous faces swathed in the Trench, including Emma Watson, Eddie Redmayne, Tali Lennox, Rosie HuntingdonWhiteley, Agyness Deyn, Sienna Miller, the list goes on.
Burberry’s heritage and quintessential Britishness has never been forgotten, staying as key to the brand as the Trench itself.
Careers have been carved from their campaigns, including that of model-of-the-moment Cara Delevingne and most recently, the coup of getting 10-year-old Romeo Beckham playing around in front of the camera whilst wearing the classic Trench coat. Designer Christopher Bailey was brought on board in 2001 as Chief Creative Officer to drive the brand forward with the innovation that the brand is famed for. He has been credited as ‘one of this generation’s greatest visionaries’ and the ‘man who brought the fashion house back to its roots’, with many fashion followers marking his induction into the Burberry family as the point at which the brand was transformed into the global phenomenon it is today. Tasked with the challenge of finding the right balance of timeless classics and fashion-forwardness, Bailey took on Burberry’s effortless cool and emanated everything he needed to and more.
Swaying towards a more monochromatic palette, Bailey has breathed fresh, exciting and interesting life into the brand with the trench coat undergoing transformations of its own. It remains a symbol of sartorial elegance and master craftsmanship, but now there are many twists on the classic available – laminated red leather, animal-print calfskin or even python print are just some of the finishes. There are over 8 million design combinations that are now available to offer a bespoke Trench, so each customer can have a piece of Burberry elegance with personal style considered – proving just how aware the brand is of both their customer and their identity.
Bailey has not only transformed the creative side of the brand, but he has pushed it to an unprecedented digital level that is yet to see any worthy competition. The most-followed luxury brand, with over 1.6 million Twitter followers and over 16 million likes on Facebook, the emphasis on creating a digitallyenriched environment both online and in their Flagship Regent Street Store has ensured that they are engaged with and connected to their customer, creating Burberry’s signature style of effortlessly putting themselves ahead of the game. It is with this innovation and investment in creating something much more than fashion, by pushing the boundaries of design and technology whilst never forgetting Burberry’s heritage, that Bailey has been able to, alongside CEO Angela Ahrendts, firmly establish Burberry’s place within the FTSE 100 from 2009, making it one of the most successful fashion brands to date. As Burberry prepares for the next movement of its senior management, as Christopher Bailey becomes CEO alongside his creative duties, this magnificent luxury brand is once again about to evolve, as the best is yet to come, or as Bailey himself recently said, ‘We have only just started dreaming’. •
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Once upon a wish list, or treat yourself. These items simply ooze finesse.
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Beth wears - Pure Silk Satin Organza skirt with Lace cropped blouse P.O.A from the Anita Massarella boutique +44 113 268 7783
Models wear Joseph Agres Lace sleeve dress ÂŁ695.00 Available at Morgan Clare www.morganclare.co.uk
Beth wears Dolce & Gabbana King mosaic fitted dress ÂŁ1,625.00, Jasmine wears Dolce & Gabbana Mosaic tile print dress ÂŁ1,440.00 available at Flannels.
Jazmine wears Hand stitched beaded Adel dress with Pure lace jacket P.O.A from the Anita Massarella boutique Accessories by River Island.
Black high shine knee length coat £85.00, Black faux fur pencil skirt £45.00, Black and midnight blue embellished blouse £60.00 - all from River Island.
Beth wears Day Birger et Mikkelsen gentle layered dress £215.00 Next page Jazmine wears Malene Birger Deka lace detail blouse £209.00 with No.21 pleated skirt £369.00 Available from Morgan Clare
Jazmine wears Hand stitched beaded Adel dress with Pure lace jacket P.O.A from the Anita Massarella boutique Accessories by River Island.
Jasmine wears Cream beaded pencil skirt £60.00 with Cream embellished cropped blouse £45.00, Knee length cram coat with fur look collar £120.00 Available at River Island.
Jasmine wears Bozena Carter Ball gown from the One World collection. P.O.A from the Bo Carter boutique
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Festive ideas for the Man in your life.......
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Even more cool Festive ideas for the Man in your life.......
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Photography: Abi Bansal Styling: Lisa Fifer MUA: Tracey Lear Hair: Jodie Austin
Chloe wears Brushed wool checked jacket with pearl trim & matching pleated skirt by Charmeuse Couture Pink cotton mix jumper by Eucalyptus
Pink blazer by Charmeuse Couture worn over Lilac scalloped edge jumper - also by Charmeuse Couture, Cork laser-cut skirt with 3D flowers by Asudari
Pink check boucle coat by Aftershock worn over Cream silk blouse by Jayne Pierson
Cream & gold lace blouse worn under Purple pleated shift dress - both by Aftershock
White felted wool coat by Aymee Charlton worn over Silk embellished blouse by Aftershock.
Pale green pointelle knit cardigan by Charmeuse Couture, Peplum waisted tulip skirt by Vita Gottlieb, Vintage pearl earrings stylist’s archive.
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“A woman who doesn’t wear perfume, has no future” - Coco Chanel It was 1921, on the fifth day, of the fifth month when Parisian couturier, Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel debuted her first fragrance at the rue Cambon boutique in Paris; formulated from her conception of femininity, and her desire to portray this by creating a “woman’s perfume with a woman’s scent”…
a unique composition of incomparable quality, and presented women around the world with an opportunity to wear the legendary drops of Chanel No.5.
“What do I wear in bed? Why, Chanel No.5, of course” - Marilyn Monroe
Now, over ninety years on, I watch as my mother clasps her lacquered fingertips around the transparent glass bottle; a sharp yet precious, rectangular silhouette with square, faceted corners, and a bevel cut stopper that is said to simulate the Place Vendome in Paris. Designed by Chanel herself, the bottle is a timeless and delicate vision, resembling the style icon’s classic principle, ‘simple is more’.
There is no secret to the iconic status of such a timeless and signature scent, only the publicised admiration displayed towards the eternally feminine fragrance. From the suggestive and sultry words of fifties film star Marilyn Monroe at the height of her stardom, to the soughtafter, silk screen-prints, that talented and influential American artist, Andy Warhol created in commemoration; No.5 has a profile and position within the industry, that many perfumes can only aspire to have. It is a scent that has stood the test of time, and still, over ninety years on from the day it made its first debut, is the best-selling bottle at beauty counters worldwide.
In the 1920’s, an era that welcomed a wealth of social, artistic and cultural changes to society and lifestyle, Gabrielle Chanel was introduced to RussianFrench chemist and perfumer, Ernest Beaux. Together they created a precious vessel containing
Beaux created a complex, floral-aldehydic composition with a distinct scent, recognisable to that of the fashion house it belonged to, and incomparable to any other. The formula radiates a striking and intoxicating floral richness, which is said to
Chanel No.5 was born.
comprise of eighty ingredients; the top notes including Ylang-Ylang, Neroli, Bergamot, and the synthetic component Aldehydes, the mid notes incorporating Jasmine, Orris and Mayrose, followed by the base notes which feature components consisting of Sandalwood, Vetiver, Vanilla and Amber. Chanel No.5 offers a luxurious perfume, which will empower the everyday woman with ‘a legendary bouquet of abstract flowers’, and the beauty of a complex, yet striking formation that creates such a desirable fragrance.
“Her kiss, her smile, her perfume” The beauty of this bottle goes beyond the simple yet sophisticated silhouette and amber coloured aroma within. My earliest memories of this iconic scent start with the captivating and magical motions documented on screen. Chanel transform advertisements lasting a few minutes, into mesmer-
izing short films, that capture your imagination and have the characters lead you through a romantic notion, that is nothing other than visually stunning. Every movement is delicate and elegant, every word softly spoken, fulfilled with truth and meaning, and every scene supporting the moving story, unfolding before our eyes within a few short minutes.
I find myself wondering whether the whirlwind love stories documenting the thrill, excitement and emotion of romance onscreen, are in some way a dedication to the relationship and love, Coco Chanel felt for her former lover ‘Boy’ Capel, prior to his tragic death in 1919. Many say, behind the bottle was a bereaving style icon longing to channel the loss and emptiness she was experiencing through creativity, to formulate an ‘eternal’ perfume that she could cherish forever.
“Simplicity is the key note of all true elegance” - Coco Chanel Now, over ninety years later, No.5 stands on the dressing tables of women worldwide; a bottle of past, present and future, a silhouette more captivating than an hourglass, and a fragrance that will intoxicate you and those around with a dreamy, floral richness. With one spritz of this sensational scent, you too can discover the secret behind the success of iconic fashion house Chanel. It isn’t exclusive marketing or high budget advertising, but the vision of a woman named Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel; an understanding of what makes women look and feel beautiful. A passion to empower women with fragrance, couture and cosmetics, to allow women to channel both their inner and outer beauty, and to be the person they want to be accepted as within society. Though Gabrielle no longer graces us with her stylish creativity and vision, we will always remember the woman, who created those legendary drops of Chanel No.5…the drops that fashioned the revolutionary heaven scent. •
Chanel Holiday 2013 “Endlessly festive, infinitely seductive” Words by Elizabeth Daisy, Intro Image by Voir
From a best-selling fragrance to a sell-out cosmetics line, in 1924, when flappers were a glamorous “new breed” of young, Western women, wearing excessive make-up and occupied by the social scene of drinking and dancing, Chanel launched her first cosmetics line, followed by skincare products in 1929. Since then, the beauty-conscious anticipate the launch of limited edition collections each season, along with the next “IT” nail colour; a must-have and firm favourite among the fashion-forward, and that is bound to be a sell out the moment beauty editors start to spread the ‘must-have’ word. This season, Chanel have created a festive collection of treats to complete their customer’s transformation for a month of Christmas parties, cocktails and continual socialising. The Ombres Matelassés Eyeshadow Palette in ‘Charming’ reveals a fabulous selection of five silky textured shades to create a variety of striking looks. There is a combination of both matte and metallic shadows in an array of shades from soft, neutral tones to rich, deep pigments; perfect for complimenting both subtle and smoky eye visuals. If you prefer a gel-textured shadow as opposed to a powder formula, the versatile Illusion D’Ombre Long Wear Luminous Eyeshadow is available in two luxurious, limited edition shades; ‘Initiation’ and ‘Fatal’. These shimmering, long-wear eyeshadows are bound to be a party season favourite, the formula will see your lids through the evening, maintaining a sparkling, smudge-free look. If you’d rather opt for a colourful lip and subtle eye, why not use the Illusion D’Ombre Long Wear Luminous Eyeshadow as an eyeliner, this multipurpose product can be used to create the perfect flick with the specially designed shadow/liner brush that comes included.
There are three irresistible shades this season to ‘dress’ your lips with intense colour, leaving them looking utterly luscious. Rouge Allure in ‘Radieuse’ offers a pretty pink lip with soft, satin finish, leaving your pout looking and feeling moisturised. The Rouge Allure Velvet offers two limited edition matte shades, both ‘La Précieuse’ and ‘La Désirée’ are rich, old Hollywood shades that will empower women to feel glamorous throughout the party season. What’s a limited edition collection, without a limited edition nail polish!? Introducing the festive shade for this season; Le Vernis in ‘Rouge Rubis’, a classic and chic colour to lacquer your nails with this month. The glossy red paints manicure perfection and features a long-wearing, chip-free, high-shine formula; perfect for a girl-about-town’s social diary.
Let’s go Window
Shopping...... by Elizabeth Daisy
‘Tis the season of transformation. The city is alight with festive illuminations to entice late night shoppers, and store windows display magical scenes to seduce the style-conscious. This month, visual merchandisers worldwide will showcase their artistic talent, creative vision and fashionforward flair; dressing windows to captivate their customers’ imagination, and tempt their faux fur-clad figures through the doors. Each glass frontage is a still frame, reflecting the unique interpretation of an inspired individual, channelling a dream to re-create an enchanting winter wonderland before your eyes. Mannequins play mythical characters, mesmerising shoppers with a stunning visual, as they stand among a ravishing setting, adorned in glamorous couture and glittering jewels. This winter, discover the festive fantasies of your favourite department stores, and walk into your very own wonderland, inspired by the lavishly decorated, windowshopping dream on display
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Dreaming of a Green Christmas
LOCKSLUXE Our Hair expert Karen Dodds gives us the insider’s guide to what is hot on the runway of hair this Festive Season.
In Association with Cutting Room Creative
1 Well here we are only weeks away from the crazy season with parties, fuddles, shopping, cardwriting, present-wrapping and stressing over invitations and sleeping arrangements....Sound familiar? And guess what often comes at the bottom of the list of festive tasks? Yup you guessed it.... you and your hair. So let’s start now girls.. Let’s earmark some time into your busy diary to pamper you and your hair to make sure you are at your sparkling best over the festive season. Anytime from now make sure you have a cut and finish, change of style and revamp of colour at the salon, so that come the last appointment just before Christmas, it’s one of maintenance and finishing touches. This is also the time to discuss maintaining that ‘Salon Look’ at home, as well as treatments to counteract the damage to hair from the elements and central heating. If you’re party-planning and intent on looking ravishing, also book in those appointments for blow outs, up do’s, and slick styling treatments. We all love to be pampered, and the Festive Season is no exception. Try to set aside an evening of indulgence at your salon so you can lavish the TLC your hair deserves. At CRC we afford our clients a masque, oil, or scalp treatment, followed by dem-
2 onstrations from our lead stylists on hair styling and blow-drying tips for the limelight. This is set in a relaxed environment with a complimentary drink to warm your spirits. In the final 2 weeks before the big day, a maintenance trim, roots re touching, glossing and insalon treatments are a fine way to ensure attention to detail, and are much more effective than treatments designed for home use. By the time you get to Christmas Eve, you should be in need of some YOU TIME.. Treating yourself to a shampoo, treatment, dry and style at the salon is a sure way to be on top form on that big day? So what’s hot this season? How can you ensure you are bang on trend in the hair stakes and how can you go from office to party effortlessly? We offer the following suggestions to ensure you stand head and shoulders above your colleagues.
The Pony Show A big story this autumn/winter with low slung ponytails either at the nape or brought to the side below the ear. 1. Sleek and Neat as seen at Alexander Wang and Lanvin, has smoothed hair held tightly in a band with a sleek straight pony. Hair is prepped with a light spritz of a heat resistant product, [we
3 4 use Magical Potion from Cloud Nine]. Straightening irons are then applied to ensure a glossy sleek finish to the hair, followed by a finishing oil such as Kerastase K Touche. Finally the hair is brushed into a low slung tight pony tail, and secured with an Invisibobble.
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2. The Wild Stallion, seen at the Victoria Beckham show has hair loosely gathered with escaping tendrils of different textures gathered together to produce a done/undone effect. Cool for that confident casual look. The hair is prepped with a dry product such as Fresh Dust from L’Oreal and scrunched in with a dryer. Styling wand applied gives movement, leaving you to simply secure in a pony and Go! 3. Fendi and Valentino were hot on Dressage, working all manner of French braids and plaits into this sophisticated look. Take ample time to prepare this or better still, book in and allow your stylist to work their magic.
Retro Femininity 4. Big, glam and sexy and all about size. This Full and Voluminous look at Dolce and Gabbana and Marc Jacobs had fashion-lovers delving into Farrah Fawcett archives in an attempt to add some volume to their tresses. With loose movement being the key, it is vital no brush is used in creating this. Hair is prepped with a dry lotion before curling, then finger-separated before finishing with a spritz of hairspray. 5. Sixties Chic was also the ticket at Dolce and Gabbana where the beehive was king. This season really has a nod to the swinging sixties, this time the beehive was created at the crown area with flat, face framing sides, and the lengths either taken up in a ponytail, or left straight and loose. Remember, messy is de rigueur, so back-comb to your heart’s content.
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6. Calvin Klein, Gucci and Christian Dior simply Let it Shine. Slick wet looks, dry high-shine, and glistening locks are definitely out there this party season. Keep it simple by slicking the hair back from the face with a wet look gel down to the mid lengths, and let the rest do its own thing. For a slightly tamer effect gloss the whole head and secure the lengths in a messy low bun or chignon.
7. Prim and Proper, fashioned so elegantly at Dolce and Gabbana set the Femme Fatales amongst the Sirens. Controlled and oh-so-stylish up-do’s never go out of fashion and this year is no exception. Demand is high for that sophisticated look, so be sure to book into your salon early to ensure that the only thing dropping at the party is their jaws.
Accessorize, Accessorize, Accessorize 8. All this seasons looks can be enhanced with a variety of accessories to bring the style bang up to date, from leather bands to full on glittery tiaras. The runways were literally littered with hair ornaments, so take a leaf out of the Fashion Week Trend Bible, break out your creative juices, and add a little something to your hair to book a place under the mistletoe.
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That’s Armani Exchange to you and me. Well this store appears to have it all. Background research by Charlotte Hall, Story by Marianne Tupelo.
Styling & Photography : Team Voir, Hair : Kymberley Jefferson, MUA : Stacey Borg
Autumn has brought many things to England; a frost underfoot, the scent of roasted chestnuts in the air and the new Autumn/Winter collection at Armani Exchange. Situated modestly in Leeds’ Trinity Mall, A|X invited Voir Fashion Magazine to host the launch of their cosier collection, which delivered a scintillating evening full of Prosecco, Balearic beats, fashionistas, exquisite clothes and a touch of Savoir Faire..... A|X is the ‘spin-off’ to Giorgio Armani’s eponymous brand, being just as chic yet more accessible. Targeted at a younger audience, the label launched in the USA in 1991, and has been expanding aggressively ever since. Now dominating worldwide, the brand has key markets in the UK as well as Argentina, Mexico, Korea, Japan and China. Arriving in Leeds in March this year, A|X have been promoting themselves with what they call ‘the brand experience’. As if their high-end yet affordable goods did not speak for themselves, what the ‘experience’ translates to is that every shopper is special, and with every single member of staff trained to the highest degree in personal styling, it is hard to walk away without a product which has not been uniquely chosen for your body shape and requirements. The A|X - Voir Winter 13 Trend Presentation, a heady evening of high fashion, exquisite styling and Beauty make-overs, was set against a backdrop of silky-smooth hypnotic beats, first class hospitality and a flavour reminiscent of private parties in Lower Manhattan. Voir co-ordinated the season’s trends with some sophisticated arrangements, and the quartet of svelte models strutted elegantly into place keeping the savvy audience delightfully engaged. As guests crossed the ultra-violet threshold into A|X fashion kingdom, on this eagerly-anticipated evening, the pulse of ambient House and subdued lighting immediately set the tone. Furthermore, the intelligent positioning of elegant mannequins - showcasing the essence of the A|X brand, set out the Armani intentions at once.
Chrome and glass fittings continued the art-gallery-style Modernist interior, which confidently displayed its infrastructure in a manner synonymous with New York Fashion Week venues. Was this really Leeds? With frequently replenished ranges for men and women delivered directly to the store, the A|X designers take inspiration from both the catwalk and the high street. Harmonising the two leads to creations such as the Camo Print Jacket in the men’s department and the Dark Merlot Embossed Leatherette Peplum Dress in the women’s. Amy, the store manager, confidently sporting this outfit in the everclassical shade of black, explained;
“contrasting fabrics is such a popular trend at the moment, this dress combines that with a peplum which is figure-flattering no matter what your shape. It is also made from a thick jersey fabric so it’s easy to move around in, and keeps me warm.” She was also quick to mention the new denim pieces which have recently been re-launched to include high and mid-rise jeans. “It’s no longer all about the Low-Rise!” She adds. These products include new fits and new styling, with super stretchy material to accommodate each and every figure. As part of the exclusive evening’s events, Voir’s resident makeup artist and specialist beauty consultant Stacey Borg was there to head the beauty team, and was in scintillating form. Primarily engaged to define the high fashion faces on the models, Borg and team strategically positioned themselves to transform the guests with a complimentary make-over. I hurriedly took a seat in front of the giant mirror, emblazoned with both the A|X and the Voir logos, (a further reminder of the importance of this collaboration), and eagerly awaited a taste of what the models had been privy to. Borg artistically demonstrated how to create a sophisticated, smoky look to flatter the A|X range, and in no time at all, I was transformed into a fashion contemporary with killer eyes to draw attention to even the most modest fashion collection.
Now with added confidence, I made my way over to the ‘Hair Division’ where expert stylists headed by Kymberley J, had just completed the signature show ponytails and quiffs. Now on hand to demonstrate their prowess on lesser mortals, Joe, a stylist with many years of international show experience and currently manager at Cutting Room Creative, considered my overgrown bob. Within minutes my hair had gone from flat to fabulous. The trick? To let the heat-styled hair cool before adding a touch of volume dust, whatever that may be. If this complimentary pampering wasn’t enough to seduce you in the mood for shopping, the main attraction of the evening - the Trend Presentation was certainly going to hit the right emotional spots.
Enter Anisha and crew à la New York Fashion Week strutting their stuff along the improvised runway. The slick silhouettes, exquisitely styled in oh-so-desirable A|X leather dresses, jackets, skinny jeans and obligatory heels, completed their looks with the finest arm candy, occasional gloves or aviator shades. These International looks were being photographed by an army of fashion-lovers, eager to tweet their show perspective to the rest of the world.
Voir’s Editor-In-Chief and Head Stylist, Jyoti was the show’s compere, and gave a succinct overview of the pieces on show.
Delivering just enough information to whet the appetites of the hungry onlookers, she left them rushing to the counter post-show, to massage their plastic companions and become better-acquainted with the world of Armani Exchange. The Vinyl Vandals - the self-styled, cutting-edge DJ duo eloquently notched the beat up a little to purposefully simmer the fashion pack, and just when you thought you had experienced it all, the slick bartenders from the famous Norman Bar of Call Lane, assisted by Avant-garde A|X-listers, weaved purposefully around in tune to the beat to top up half-filled glasses of Prosecco and keep the atmosphere at high fashion fever pitch for the remainder of the evening. For those of you who were unable to attend this delicious soirée, all is not lost, Voir is planning to host similar events in the months to come. As for that A|X experience, visit www.armaniexchange.com to find a store near you •
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Our Fashion writer and Blogger Elizabeth Daisy gives us an insight into the world of 5 fashion-tastic blogs you simply must not miss.
The FROW, a prestigious place for Hollywood starlets, glamorous socialites, and a sexy stud or two to take their seat. However, the last few seasons have welcomed and embraced, fresh new faces to the front row of fashion… the queen bees of the blogosphere. Outside Somerset House a haute spot for the cool crowd of London Fashion Week, standing in the courtyard with Nikons and Canons at hand, an array of street-style photographers are in prime position, prepared to pounce on their prey; the style-savvy, digital fashion pack that are dominating the web. Welcome to the world of the fashion blogger; backstage passes for a behind the scenes glimpse at fashion week, press day invites to discover the delights of forthcoming seasons, and exciting opportunities to collaborate with upcoming boutiques and well-established brands, all of which create one stylish and eventful diary. Each day, another talented and inspired individual takes to their I-pad, laptop, or netbook, with a dream to channel their creativity, reflect their inspiration, and exhibit their style, in an attempt to ‘make it’ as the next, BIG, influential fashion blogger. The secret to standing out, shining through, and establishing successful status? Imagination. Blogging provides a potentially, influential platform to showcase the chic dress sense of an everyday girl, and transform her into a globally-recognised, trend setter. Demonstrating diversity, a distinct vision, and eye for detail will see you sparkle as the star of your site, and in doing so, entice an audience, making your domain a daily read. Let me introduce you to five inter-fashionable starlets monopolizing the blogosphere…
1. Soraya De Carvalho of www.styleismything.blogspot.com is setting the bar for British fashion bloggers, with gold dust at her fingertips, she creates beautiful visuals in editorial-inspired layouts, worthy of the glossies stacked at any local news stand. It’s no surprise that her head-turning styling, and enviable shoe collection boasting an endless choice of Louboutin foot candy, are racking up hits on the worldwide web.
2. Meet muses Diana Enciu and Alina Tanasa who run the personal, online, style diary www.fabulousmuses.net The couture-clad, Romanian duo are living the dream; running a successful PR and events agency together, and documenting their collaborations with glamorous photo shoots hosted on their ‘absolutely fabulous’ domain.
3. Introducing Blair Eadie of www.atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com, a city girl with a love of all things pretty, preppy and printed. Her blog shares stunning shots with beautiful backdrops in locations around New York City, and her style reflects a desirable closet of chic clothes. To me, she is the Carrie Bradshaw of the blogosphere.
4. Parisian blogger Denni Elias of www.chicmuse.com captivates her audience with impressive, model-like legs, dark rapunzel locks, and signature red pout. Her blog, Chic Muse, is an online look-book showcasing the sophisticated styling of a fashion-savvy beauty, wearing pieces from renowned luxury labels including, Chanel, Lanvin, and Gucci, to name a few. Her striking features and Chooclad feet take her readers on a journey, from walkway to runway.
5. Tamara Gonzalez Perea, Polish blogger and journalist of www.macademiangirl.com, approaches fashion like art. She channels a passion for bold colours, statement prints, and extravagant headpieces, to create a fierce and fabulous style portfolio. I find myself intrigued and excited as to discover what daring design she will grace her audience with next.
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#I Live Fashion Carmen Chan gives a voice to Hong Kong’s finest emerging talent. Words by Marianne Tupelo.
“If fashion is a fantasy, living fashion is living in our own fantastical reality.” Welcome to project ‘#ILiveFashion’, an innovative concept inspired by Jewellery designer Carmen Chan, to showcase emerging talent within the realms of fashion. The creatives, which include independent designers, brand and shop founders, fashion bloggers, hair stylists, photographers including Akif Hakan Celebi, artists and galleries, are all centred around Hong Kong. Carmen’s aim is to give a voice and exposure to non-mainstream talent, and supported by some major players such as Void Watches, Salon Nova and Viss Fashion mobile app, she hosts a series of events which, open to the public, include a photo-shoot exhibition, a style jam party, a ‘meet with the designers’ cocktails as well as workshops. For further information about #ILiveFashion or further events, contact Carmen Chan, Project Founder carmen@carmenchanjewelry.com
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Behind every great brand, product, service or performance lies a hidden face or two helping to make it happen. Voir pushes the boundaries to get the low down on what makes them tick.
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Is it Art or is it Fashion? Voir takes a look at the creative duo of New York City’s Hunter & Gatti, responsible for manipulating fashion photography as we know it. Words : Marianne Tupelo.
The fashion editorial, that highly commercial series of images which elegantly grace the pages of fashion publications around the world, and successfully introduce us to a fast-paced arena of ever-changing style, is undergoing a major metamorphosis. Cue the internationallyacclaimed Hunter & Gatti. This highly creative duo, having successfully crossed continents from their native Barcelona to New York City, have over 10 years of experience working together as art directors for some of the most world’s most prestigious advertising agencies. Now embarking on a journey of transformation, the pair are central to a world where the fashion photograph is the starting point and a truly unique piece of art becomes the end result. The photographic still undergoes some intense creative treatments including image-manipulation and guache paint, to produce final canvasses which distinctly blur or fuse the boundaries of art with fashion. In recent works, Naty Chabanenko from a Vogue shoot was transformed into an evocative series of paintings which allude to the Medusa legend, where the combination of beauty and terror collide. It was described as the perfect metaphor for the ambivalence we often feel in front of a beauty that transcends all limits, an unsettling state that can even feel threatening to some. In another Vogue shoot, Gertrud Hegelund’s images were combined with paint, leather, jewellery and accessories, and further distorted to explore the random possibilities of our existence, the multiple sides of our personality.
Make of it what you will, Hunter & Gatti have a pedigree in high fashion; with a client list including the magazines of Vogue, Esquire and Flaunt, as well as having successfully produced campaigns for world-renowned fashion giants Burberry, Diesel, Hugo Boss, Massimo Dutti, Carolina Herrera, Swarovski and Guess, it is safe to say they know a thing or two about the image-making process. Forever expanding the limits of creativity and revitalising their outlooks, the pair have firmly established themselves as an internationally recognised creative duo within the world of fashion and art, including an impressive portfolio of evocative fashion films, commercials and private work. A recent exhibition entitled “The Series” featured highlights of former collections of photography and paintings as well as portraits of celebrities such as Bruno Mars, Poppy Delevingne, Rebecca Fergusson, and Douglas Booth. Hosted by Julia Restoin Roitfeld and featuring music by The Misshapes, notable guests included the likes of Genevieve Jones, Leigh Lezark, Shala Monroque, Mia Moretti, Dan Murphy, Dirk Standen, Dan Ragone (Interview), Michael Barclay, Kelly Bensimon, Corey Kennedy, Cleo Wade, Matthew Woodhouse, and Brian Shimansky. For more information about Hunter & Gatti’s upcoming exhibitions or commissions, please contact Stephanie Leke at The Eighth Floor, New York, sl@ideason8.com 212.561.5488
Voir - The Living Fashion Magazine is an online publication issued on a bi-monthly basis. This edition has been brought to you by the following : Jyoti Matoo Editor-In-Chief / Stylist jm@voirfashion.co.uk Luke Walwyn Art Director/Photographer art@voirfashion.co.uk Michael Buckley Cinematographer Stacey Borg Head MUA Kymberley Jefferson Head Hair Stylist CUTTING ROOM CREATIVE Charles Dodds Karen Dodds Jamie Joyson ASSISTANTS Gabby Little - Assistant Stylist Brooklyn Goodison - MUA Jen Morton - MUA FEATURES Elizabeth Daisy Kat Evans Charlotte Hall Sarah Holden (Cricket Fashion) Karen Dodds (CRC) Marianne Tupelo Special Thanks to : Queens Hotel Leeds Swiss Cottage Prop Hire
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