chief editor

creative director

writers

photographers

larry dupard

lauren mercadorizza hosianeriene f.valery lopezwhitney gomes

Frederic CharpentierChesley CareleJames nortonAlexandros Giannakiseniko szucs

omarr olasewere

editorsletter

A new month brings new opportunism! This month we are calling July the WHITE OUT issue. We are half way through the year and this is the best time to start clean again just in case you haven’t lived up to your resolutions so far. We can all start with a clean slate and rebuild ourselves and our style. Also this month is when we celebrate Independence day on the 4th. Ladies on your well-deserved 4 day weekend throw on that white sheer blouse with the matching linen high waist shorts . Go to your mid-day beach gathering with confi-dence. Guys, while drinking a cold Blue Moon Summer Seasonal beer looking in your closet wondering what to wear to the evening beach party reach for casual T-shirt add color to define your style, Lorenz Korder swimwear, and canvas laced front sneaker. Also in this Issue we touch on the most stylish cities in America, and then follow up with European Flavour. This issue is sure to bring you the hottest editorials and summer trends! Enjoy the BBQ’s and beach parties this summer.

Drink responsibly!

Omarr Olasewere

Cheif Editor

Stay Cool While Looking Hot

Sheer, crochet and backless tops this summer are sexy and perfect for warm weath-er! Whether your dressing for a night out, heading to the beach or lunch with friends these versatile, unique tops are a trend we have fallen in love with!

Feel the breeze in this crochet top.

Try not give anyone the cold shoulder while rocking this look. Having just the right amount of sexy this top gives off a sophisticated, yet playful vibe! Tip: Wear it open over a lace tank!

Staring at Stars Crochet Back Flounce Crop Top Urban Outfitters $44

Urban Renewal Cold Shoulder Denim Shirt Urban Outfitters $49

BY: LAUREN MERCADO

This top with a dark bottom is purrrrfect for an attention-grabbing night out!

I Cat Forget You Top www.madcloth.com $42.99

Feminine and sheer, this top would is winner for brunch with a boy!

The Rose Knowswww.madcloth.com $44

Pair any of these sheer blouses with your choice of solid or

printed bandeau tops! Avaliable at Macys $9

Slightly cropped and very sexy!

Lace Puff Sleeve BlouseAmerican Apparel $44

WHITEPATH

PHOTOGRAPHERWARDROBE

HAIRMUA

MODEL

Frederic CharpentierJohn GalangBianca LaurenDari Ada SoAlex Spencer FOR envy model agency

Shorts: H&MPearls: Stylist own

 Shirt: H&M Tank: H&M Tights: Juicy Couture Socks:  Hue Rings: Vintage Bracelet: Forever 21 Shoes: Forever 21 Hoop skirt: Stylist own

Lingerie : H&MLeg wear:  Stylist own

Dress: H&MShoes: Forever 21Socks: HueNecklace: H&M

“MOM” Bottoms never looked so chic! From the boardwalk to the cat-walk… We have heard what many call them, “The mother look”… but we call it hints of daring fashion G.O.O.D.NESS! The team compiled our favorite high-waisted bottoms. Now it is your turn take part in the “MOTHER” of all TRENDS!

A piece of G.O.O.D. history: The high-waist look was created in the 40’s during WWII in order to provide comfort to women in the workforce, while their men were at war. It the re-emerged in the 50’s, 80’s, and NOW as a FASHION MUST HAVE!

FLASHBACK: Audrey Hepburn taken in the 1950s PRESENT DAY: Blake Lively in Glamour

Two dashing fashion icons, Audrey Hepburn and Blake Lively, rock the “Mommy Look” with grace and elegance.

TREND: High WaistBY: RizzA HOsiAN

Keep the summer fun with high waist colorful bot-toms. Throw on a few accessories, and you are set for the day. frockcandy.com $34

WARDROBE NECESSITY!! Talk about remaining COMFORTABLE and STYL-ISH. You will be knocking those girls out of commission in a pair of these high-waist shorts.

Hop on the bandwagon with the current Celebrity Trend!

H&M Linen Shorts, $24.95

Keep Calm Olive Boyfriend Shorts threadscene.com $30

The empire high waist beige pant threadscene.com $40

WHITE NOSTALGIA

Photographer & Stylist: Chesley Carele Makeup Artist/Hairstylist: KC WitkampModel: Jaimie Sullivan FOR Models International AgencyAuthentic Vintage Clothing provided by: California Vintage Connect

Taken from the streets of Barcelona and onto the runways is a very chic and unique style. With emphases on cut, colour, and fabrics, the youth-ful and fashion-conscious vibe of European style is quickly making its way over to North America and into our closets. Runway styles including Mango as well as Moschino Cheap and Chic offer us some exciting new colour palettes consisting of exotic shades of teals, yellows, and browns.

A SPLASH OF EUROPEAN FLAVOUR

BY: ERiENE f.

To achieve these spectacular looks try a sleek yellow trouser suit in a silky fabric to ensure a relaxed fit. Pairing it with a salmon-striped shirt and jade leather sandal adds a great surprise element to the en-semble. Lastly, add a small pop of print with accessories such as a small bag. What we love about this trend is the ease and comfort which ultimately captures that sophisticated but laid-back Euro-pean essence. Lighter and more fluid fabrics are used so you can feel just as fabulous and comfort-able in the heat of the summer sun-shine.

COLDFRONT

PHOTOGRAPHERWARDROBE

HAIRMUA

MODEL

JAMES NORTONKATHERINE DENTERANDALL BYERSMORGAN GATES FOR YABY COSMETICSJESSICA SPANGLER FOR NO TIES MANAGEMENT

JAMES NORTONKATHERINE DENTERANDALL BYERSMORGAN GATES FOR YABY COSMETICSJESSICA SPANGLER FOR NO TIES MANAGEMENT

BEAUTY: Must Have Products and tips This Season

1. Sun block! Sure you’ve heard this one time too many, but unless you want to be stuck at home peeling burnt skin off your face instead of canoo-dling with your flavor of the week, sun block will become your best friend.

For normal skin try —an oil-free sunblock like Aveeno (SPF 15+ depending on your sun expo-sure) Not only will it do the obvious job of bat-tling sun rays; it also works as a make-up primer (unless that is you’re from another planet and your face doesn’t melt off during summer!) If you have acne-prone skin, any gel-based product will help to not clog your pores.

TIP: Don’t forget about your summer puck-er by using M.A.C.’s new summer line Surf Baby! Your lips need protection too that’s why this product is our go-to, quick and easy post-beach make-up choice! The lip-gloss has SPF 20 and comes in two colors; it definitely adds a kick to the everyday Chapstick!

3. Eyeliner—We know black eyeliner will forever be a classic, but try living on the wild side for a couple months!. M.A.C’s Blue Noon (also part of Surf Baby), is a waterproof eyeliner that makes your eyes pop and won’t leave you looking like a raccoon after you get out of the pool!

4. Let our next choice become your “BFF” for every season. This natural astringent can be used for sunburned skin, blemishes, and even bruises (you know the ones that magi-cally appear after a late-night?) Use a cotton pad to apply twice a day.

5. Venus Disposable Razors—lets keep bumps where they belong, and not around your bikini line. We know the $3.99 pack of 15 colored razors looks tempting, but in the long run you will pay the price, and it’s not pretty! So go ahead and spend a little extra... after all your legs are for showing show off your summer glow, not your razor battle wounds!

Remain gorgeous ...not grungy this summer!

BY VALERY LOPEz

COLORFIEND

AcQUA PHOTOGRAPHICFLORA WADEKIERSTEN BRADA FOR FORD

PHOTOGRAPHYHAIR AND MUA

MODEL

A mode of living, with respect to expense or display: this is the denotation of style. I think of style as a ground-breaking or trend-setting mode of living. Style is creativity, originality, and most of all inspiration. When I conducted my research of “the style” of several cities, I found three of them to be the most intriguing. I based my research on three different categories: Nightlife, Enter-tainment/The Art World, and of course Fashion. I was amazed by how much I didn’t know about these cities, that I am thrilled to share my knowledge with you! So let’s begin with Los Angeles, California rounding out the top three.

BY: wHitNEY gOMEs

LOS ANGELES

The City of Angels has more to offer than most trav-elers can grasp. Though there are several magazines and informational books on historical buildings and famous architectural designs in Hollywood, I chose a couple favorite Night Clubs and one of the most famous theatres in California to focus on. I give you the magnificent “El Capitan Theatre”, debuted in 1926 and restored in 1991, it has been known for the production of thousands of world-famous plays and a home for several movie premieres after its re-furbishment. The new and improved amphitheater includes intricate East Indian décor, 20 feet high wrought iron windows, with opera boxes and walls covered in gold leaf. It can hold over 1,500 audience members and is a true staple and artistic landmark of Hollywood, California.

If you are more intrigued by the club scene than the theatrical world, then L.A. is the perfect place for you. Though many clubs in downtown L.A. and West Hol-lywood are impossible to get on the guest list (unless you’re a socialite, celebrity, or infamous reality star), you can make reservations well ahead of time for some clubs. Most everyone has heard of Sunset Boulevard’s Viper Room from former co-owner and actor Johnny Depp. The nightclub is known for its hard hitting rock musicians and was used for filming movies such as Val-ley Girl (1983) and The Doors (1991). The dark décor and vociferous atmosphere make the Viper Room a classic Los Angeles destination.

More popular nightclubs include: the Cabana Club and My Studio in Hollywood. The set-up of the Cabana Club is indoor/outdoor seating with an “Old Hollywood” in-spired look. Old Hollywood mixed with the tropical club décor, brings out the lustrous golds, mahoganies, and browns in each private cabana. The club is by res-ervation only and is a must see when club-hopping in Hollywood. My Studio’s motto is “where partying is an art form”, and they definitely uphold that reputation. The club is filled with New York-inspired lounges with splashes of marble and gold. With dark leather seating throughout the club, everyone is surrounded by ea-sels, photographs of gorgeous models, and magnificent chandeliers.

NIGHTLIFE

EL CAPITAN THEATRE

THE CABANA CLUB

I recently discovered that large-scale murals are the most common art form in L.A. and have been in the area for hundreds of years. Living in Port-land, Oregon, I have witnessed several extraordi-nary murals downtown, but none compare to the colorful and sometimes controversial trend-setting masterpieces of Los Angeles. Take a look at Margaret Garcia’s “Silent World” near the onramp of highway 110. Ever heard of the Great Wall of Los Angeles? It occupies a half-mile stretch and consists of a series of a panels, making it the world’s longest mural. The mural depicts several life-changing events in the history of California. The plan for the mural was initiated by multi-cultural L.A. youth (many of whom were gang members) in an effort to change their ways and enlighten their creativity. Afterward, trained artists conducted finishing touches to create a beautiful piece of California culture.

Los Angeles is home of the Oscars, where honor-ing films has captured the world’s imagination and made a huge impact on the glamorous tinsel-town we know today. Director, Cecil B. DeMille once said, “I want clothes that will make people gasp when they see them. Don’t design anything anybody could possibly buy in a store”. This is how the film industry capitalized on fashion. By the 1980s, Giorgio Armani realized how much power Hollywood stars have as far as influencing fashion goes, so he proposed to dress celebrities for the Academy Awards. Los Angeles celebrity events are no longer a glide down the red carpet, but are fashion showcases that directly influence next week’s and next season’s trends and “must-haves”. This is the main reason L.A. is always one step ahead in the fashion world. Any red carpet L.A. event never disappoints or lacks style; this creates what I call the triangle effect. At the top of the triangle you have these phenomenal creations by top designers that then take a bottom right turn to dress the A-list celeb and finally to the lower left hand corner where a trend is born. One aspect of L.A. that really proves its sense of ground-breaking style is the individual designers residing in The Fashion District. This sanctuary in the heart of downtown Los Angeles is a place to conduct business, shop, explore, and most of all find inspiration to become your own stylist. It spans over 100 blocks with over 1,000 retail stores that are independent, not brand name or chain stores you would find in your average shopping mall. The streets of The Fashion District are a walking fashion show and truly a heaven for any aspiring fashionistas.

ART FASHION

SAN FRANCISCOऀThere are bars and nightclubs for anyone and everyone in San Francisco. One I found especial-ly intriguing is 111 Minna Gallery in the SOMA District of downtown San Francisco. Its sophisti-cated design was created by Bay Area’s own sculp-tor Jud Bergeron and features a 4,000 square foot L-shaped gallery with beautiful hardwood floors and 16 ft. high walls. The furnishings are a mix of antiques and contemporary pieces to embrace the look of an “urban industrial warehouse”. The building transforms itself every six weeks with dif-ferent art exhibitions and showcases. The best part is that the gallery is a blend of both local and inter-national artists, live performances, film screenings, and a rotation of different DJs. It is ages 21 and up because of the full bar but is open to the public and can hold up to 500 people at a time. Though I’ve never been, the images, descriptions, and reviews, are all the evidence I need to know it is one of San Francisco’s hottest spots (until I can make it down there of course).

Another fascinating nightclub is titled “Harlot” locat-ed off Minna Street as well. It is known for its black on black décor and racy photography. Most would call it a flamboyant yet modern getaway. It is com-plete with lit-up 16 foot tall steel columns, an elevat-ed DJ alter at the back of the ground space (complete with lit-halo above DJ’s head), alligator print leather seating that can be arranged for intimate group con-versation with a 24 foot black quartz stone bar on the main floor. It also has handmade black lacquered antler chandeliers from Poland. It is edgy, unique, and full of style. Club goers dress to impress and the environment is said to be a younger hipper late night crowd. Harlot is just one of many nightclubs that the ostentatious San Francisco has to offer!

NIGHTLIFE

Between the San Francisco 49ers, the San Francis-co Giants, the Golden State Warriors, the walking tours, the cruises, the shopping, the hang-gliding, and the sight-seeing, there is never a dull moment in the city. The possibilities for entertainment are plentiful but the ones that make San Fran a stylish city are the breath-taking galleries.

San Francisco has become the center of the urban art world. There are paintings, drawings, and sculp-tures on virtually every block. One of my favorite galleries recently open in January 2011 and fea-tures one of the painters I interviewed three months ago; Nick Flatt. The name is Gallery 454, located in North Beach, San Francisco and features edgy, “hip” art that Flatt says “is always well crafted”. Flatt produces many large-scale photorealistic paintings which can be seen on their website www.gallery454.com. The gallery can give you a first-hand look at the creativity they have to offer.

Another very innovative gallery in the area is “White Walls”, a 4,000 square foot completely white-walled building, making it one of the largest art galleries on the west coast. Founded in 2005 by Justin Giarla, their mission is based on furthering the Urban Art Movement, “elevating street-based art to fine art.” The walls are always completely white so the focus is purely the artwork. The very stylish Urban Art Movement taking San Francisco by storm started off as street murals and graffiti art around the city and with the help of galleries like White Walls, artists now have an opportunity to make what used to be a hobby into a full blown phenomenon.

The Mission District of San Francisco has a mind of its own when it comes to style. The shopping in the area has been called “the anti-mall” because of its unique gifts, eclectic flower arrangements, and its plethora of independent fashion designers. Take boutiques like “Stylin’ Simone” for example, a Euro-American artist who designs and sews virtu-ally all her own ideas and loves to style her own customers. “Alice Designs” is a small shop that turns your oversized ordinary t-shirt into a one of a kind form fitting outfit. Blue Dragonflies has clear-anced-out high fashion designer clothing from ten dollars to thousands (for the top of the line newer items). A local favorite is a jewelry boutique called “Brown Banana”, where they make one-of-a-kind handcrafted distinctive jewelry made out of re-cycled items that would normally be thrown away. The unique passion behind Gabriel Colaluca’s jew-elry has now turned into a lucrative and sustainable business. Items from these kinds of shops are what make San Francisco such a cutting-edge city. The art, attractions, and fashion are edgy and new-age. These avant-garde designs will continue to set the bar for creativity in the decades to come.

ART

FASHION

NEW YORK CITYIt probably does not come as a surprise to you that the Big Apple is the most stylish city in America. Like I said before, style is not just about fash-ion and designer labels; style is about creativity and originality. Luckily New York City is rich in culture, art, and diversity. It’s no wonder why everyone wants to visit New York, especially if they don’t live in America. After the fall of the jet set Studio 54, a new trend evolved: the nightclub lounge, a place where the night owl New Yorker can relax, chat, and have a drink with friends. The best part about New York nightlife is that most clubs don’t really “gear up” until 1 or 2am and stay open until 4am or even noon the next day!

One of the hippest yet hardest to get into night-clubs is “Soiree” (formerly known as “BLVD”) located near Nolita in the lower east side. It is an 18,000 square foot megaplex that includes a night-club, a café, a live music lounge, a luxe restaurant, and a recording studio! This extravagant 2-floor destination has been said to “define the art of nightlife.” Soiree has an astounding 10,000 watts of premium one-of-a-kind sound and electrifying lighting.

((Part of the Main Floor at Soiree))

Another very stylish and groundbreaking night-club is completely unmarked and hidden in the trendy Meatpacking District. “APT” is a simple 2-story apartment-style building with subtle wall-paper and furnishings and a white wrap-around banquette in one of the side rooms. The club plays a mixture of old-school hip hop and new hip hop hits. Like many other New York nightclubs, the crowd is diverse and ready to have one hell of a night!

New York is the ultimate city for art and entertain-ment. From Broadway to Radio City Music Hall to the historical museums and galleries, there is an infinite abundance of culture and style in the fash-ion capital of America. Today, the area of Chelsea has replaced SoHo as the center of the contem-porary gallery scene and around the city itself is a virtual outdoor art museum. One of the most famous public sculptures in New York City is Single Form by: Barbara Hepworth (1964) outside the pool of the UN Secretariat Building.

Single Form by: Barbara Hepworth (1964)

The Museum of Modern Art is the only museum that shows the immense quantity of major works of the last 160 years of art. Broadway runs north to south through Manhattan and continues for 140 miles into Albany. The arts are everywhere you turn throughout the city and the various colors, genres, shapes, and values are all what make New York’s entertainment and art scene so opulent in style.

NIGHTLIFE

ART

The New York fashion scene is so celebrated that they dedicated an entire week to recognize the new innovative designs created around the world. On top of that, New York has some of the most well-known and prestigious fashion schools in the world. The streets of NYC—more so than Los An-geles—are truly one huge catwalk. The reason the city’s fashion schools are so respected is because young men and women chose to reside in the fash-ion capital to engulf themselves in the culture they are studying. With the individual style most New Yorkers exhibited, inspiration is on every street corner of the Big Apple.

With cutting-edge collections from Louis Vuitton, the late Alexander McQueen, Chanel, Balenciaga, Lanvin, and Dolce & Gabbana showcased in the heart of New York every few months, New York-ers are the first the get a sneak peak at what is hot and fresh for the upcoming season.

The fashion world of New York City is unparal-leled and will always be one of the greatest fea-tures of not only the city of New York but also of the United States.

New York City exudes a style unlike any other with the arts, the nightlife, and the trend-setting fashion. Maybe someday San Francisco and Los Angeles will catch up with New York, but for now, they are (and I believe always will be) the most stylish city in America.

FASHION

SPOTLIGHTSTAND OUT IN THE CITY

Photographer:  Alexandros Giannakis Fashion Editor: Renessta OldsMUA: Torrence FordeHair: Tremal CristelAssistant: Kemi AdaramolaModel: Julia Joseph FOR Muse

Sweater: Mini MarketJumper: Stine GoyaNecklace: Circa Sixty ThreeShades: Henrik VibskovBelt: Circa Sixty ThreeShoes: Pour La Victoire

Top : LeifsdottirPants : Cheap MondayJacket : Ali Ro Pumps : Vince CamutoSandals : Pour la VictoriePurse : Olivia HarrisNecklace and Bracelet : Laruicci

Dress : LeifsdottirRing : Trina TurkEarrings : Trina TurkBracelets : Circa Sixty ThreeShoes : Pour La Victoire

Dress worn as a top : Jose DuranShorts : Wood WoodNecklace :Laruicci

Bathing Suit : Norma KamaliShirt : T/MSandals: Pour Le Victoire

G.O.O.D.S is going TRIBAL. Who wants to blend in the crowd?! When you are BORN TO STAND OUT. The fashion world is going WILD with ethnic prints from rompers to tops and even accessories. Nothing is out of its reach and there is no stopping the craze now. Are you ready for the MAYHEM?!

Tribal rompers are the way to go this summer. Light, flowy, and enticing. Forever 21 has a nice selection of ethnic rompers to choose from.

TRIBALTREND

Matthew Williamson shows exquisite talent with his intricate tribal print dress.

Ika Print Romper Forever 21 $19.80

Forever 21 Tribal Chiffon Jumper wITH Belt $24.80

BY: RizzA HOsiAN

If you think putting an outfit with a million prints on it is hard. Well you are wrong; it is very simple in fact! It only takes a few steps: Step 1: Decide what piece of tribal wear you would like incorporate. Like one these favor-able shorts from Forever 21 or Urban Outfitters; Sparkle & Fade. Step 2: Find a bold solid top to go with it. Done! You are complete. Make that outfit ROAR ladies!

Check out the unique and flashy jewelry of Urban Outfitters. Celebrities too are joining in on this fad of looking primitive with an accented piece of jewelry.

Forever 21 Abstract Drawstring Shorts $15.80

Sparkle & Fade Knit Short Urban Outfitters $39

Hexagon Tribal Feather

Earrings Urban Outfitters $24

Dueling Animal Ring Urban Outfitters $19

SOULSTAR

Photographed by Eniko Szucs Styled by Jamar GrahamMakeup by LaTonya Green Hair styled by Nicholas Shatarah Model: Loli Laneova FOR Wilhelmina

Top: EvghedenBikini: Aztec RoseAccessories: Stylist own

SOULSTAR

Photographed by Eniko Szucs Styled by Jamar GrahamMakeup by LaTonya Green Hair styled by Nicholas Shatarah Model: Loli Laneova FOR Wilhelmina

Jacket : Helmut LangBikini : Aztec RoseNecklace Vintage : Hollycraft

Tank Dress :  JayKay New YorkShoes : Pierre Hardy Accessories : Stylist own

Top : Csilla Wear Capris : Michael KorsSandals :  AldoNecklace : Keystone

Top Csilla WearShorts : Michael KorsSkirt : Jaykay New York Shoes : Nicolas Kirkwoord

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