SPRING 2018 Issue #53 May 2018
MISS MAY
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Cover Girl - Brianna May
DESIGNER FASHION
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Jessica Anne Jeroma Shania Green
BLACK & RED
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Liliya Barko
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The promise of warmth and sunshine The month of May signals the promise of warmth and sunshine after a long and cold winter. After the snow melts and the Spring rains come, May brings forth flowers and everything starts to bloom again. The month of May also means that summer is just around the corner and while you may be tempted to go full summer tilt when it comes to your outfits, you best be prepared for some cold snaps. For those who love the Star Wars series, the month of May offers them the opportunity to greet one another in the famous saying “May the force be with you!”. The first and foremost celebration of the month begins with Cinco de Mayo. Many people are probably unaware of what the celebration is all about because they are mainly concerned with eating Mexican food and guzzling tequilas and margaritas on their way to inebriation. Cinco de Mayo is actually a celebration of the Mexican Army’s victory over the French forces of Napoleon III on May 5, 1862 at the battle of Puebla. So, now that you know what the real celebration is all about, drink to your hearts content and celebrate the bravery of those men who stood up to a conquering force. The final celebration of the month of May is called Memorial Day. It is a day celebrating the fallen men who died in battle while serving in the US armed forces. It also marks the unofficial start of the summer season.
In terms of fashion, the Met Gala is held to raise funds for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute in New York City. Celebrities come decked in attire to match the theme of the exhibit. This year’s theme is Heavenly Bodies : Fashion and the Catholic Imagination. It is colloquially and affectionately referred to as “fashion’s biggest night out”. Notable celebrities include the following: Blake Lively in Atelier Versace, Christian Louboutin shoes, and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry with a Judith Leiber Couture bag. Naomi Watts in Michael Kors Collection.
Kate Upton in Zac Posen, Alexandre Birman shoes, and Stephen Russell jewelry. Jennifer Connelly in Louis Vuitton. Emilia Clarke in Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda. Selena Gomez in Coach and Tiffany & Co. jewelry. Miley Cyrus in Stella McCartney, Sydney Evan jewelry, and Gabriel NY jewelry. Scarlett Johansson in Marchesa and Jimmy Choo shoes and Colin Jost in Dolce & Gabbana. Emily Ratajkowski in custom Marc Jacobs, Messika jewelry, and Jimmy Choo shoes. Nicki Minaj in Oscar de la Renta and Tiffany & Co. jewelry. Cara Delevingne in Dior Haute Couture and Bulgari jewelry. Kim Kardashian West in Versace and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry. Zendaya in Atelier Versace, Tiffany & Co. jewelry, and Jimmy Choo shoes. Gigi Hadid in Atelier Versace, Lorraine Schwartz jewelry, and Christian Louboutin shoes. What would you wear if you had the chance to go? Check out renttherunway.com for your outfits. Why rent when you can buy?
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Model: Brianna May wearing Passion Flower Print Dress $695 by RED Valentino Photographer: Eric Barro
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Model: Brianna May wearing Savannah Mini Dress $595 by Nicholas Photographer: Eric Barro
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Model: Jessica Anne Jeroma wearing Midnight Talli Dress $130 by AQ/AQ Photographer: Eric Barro Assistant: Katelyn Smihula
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Model: Jessica Anne Jeroma wearing Red Cutout Dress $245 by John + Jenn Photographer: Eric Barro Assistant: Katelyn Smihula
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Model: Jessica Anne Jeroma wearing Lantern Dress $198 by Lovers + Friends Photographer: Eric Barro Assistant: Katelyn Smihula
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Model: Jessica Anne Jeroma wearing Army Ribbed Dress $175 by Monrow Photographer: Eric Barro Assistant: Katelyn Smihula
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Model: Shania Green wearing Red Layer Halter Dress $1195 by Kaufmanfranco Photographer: Eric Barro Assistant: Katelyn Smihula
DESIGNER FASHION
Model: Shania Green wearing Red Layer Halter Dress $1195 by Kaufmanfranco Photographer: Eric Barro Assistant: Katelyn Smihula
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Model: Shania Green wearing Plum Christine Dress $395 by Elizabeth and James Photographer: Eric Barro Assistant: Katelyn Smihula
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Model: Shania Green wearing Burgundy Krooger Dress $299 by Jay Godfrey Photographer: Eric Barro Assistant: Katelyn Smihula
DESIGNER FASHION
Model: Shania Green wearing Ketu Dress $980 by Catherine Deane Photographer: Eric Barro Assistant: Katelyn Smihula
Model: Shania Green Photographer: Eric Barro Assistant: Katelyn Smihula
Model: Shania Green Photographer: Eric Barro Assistant: Katelyn Smihula
BLACK & RED
Model: Liliya Barko wearing Calvin Klein Photographer: Eric Barro Lighting: Scott Martinez
Model: Liliya Barko wearing Calvin Klein Photographer: Eric Barro Lighting: Scott Martinez
BLACK & RED
BLACK & RED
Model: Liliya Barko wearing Calvin Klein Photographer: Eric Barro Lighting: Scott Martinez
Model: Liliya Barko wearing Calvin Klein Photographer: Eric Barro Lighting: Scott Martinez
BLACK & RED
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