Launch Issue 01

The Launch Issue

Celebrating Women of all Shades, Shapes and Sizes

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Editors Letter Welcome to the first issue of Complexd Magazine.

If you have a passion for reading magazines, like I do, you would have stacked, stored, referenced and built collections of your favourite publications. From the age of thirteen I would save my pocket money to purchase magazines ranging from high end fashion to girly teenage mags.

Living between the UK and Caribbean I developed a strong connection to my cultural heritage. As I grew older I recognised that I never saw

representations of myself in these magazines that I relished. I couldn’t use the free make-up gifts and I couldn’t trail the hairstyles and beauty tips because it didn’t suit my hair or complexion.

At Complexd we understand that our readers are from mixed or multiple countries and cultures. They may have travelled away from home and now find themselves in cosmopolitan cities and integrated into new environments. But the general wish is to maintain some sort of bond to their cultural heritage, beliefs and values.

Sub Editor | Darcel de Vlugt Creative Director | Vansha Ramdoyal

Rachel Irwin

Cover | Teah Michelle Photography | Shamayim

Contributing Photographers Jay-D-Will Erika Lager Shamayim

Complexd aims to offer an alternative fashion and lifestyle magazine which caters to the shared interest of women worldwide by delivering rich content that is visually diverse. In this issue we explore women and the various shades, shapes and sizes we come in. So enjoy the exciting mélanges that grace our pages.

Founding Editor Kered Clement

CONTENTS 4 | Complexd Beauty | Everyday Women 14 | Complexd Profiles | Lucy Flower

Angie Ng

Dandi

Mecura

Tia Gugliotta

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William Springfield

50 | Complexd Man | Shamayim The Innovator 60 | Complexd Fashion | I’m With the Band

Culture Shock 78 | Complexd Travel | Robert Leon Photographing Women

“Models are stupid, sell their bodies and are addicted to drugs.

It is such a generalization that makes modelling seem like it is not a proper career, when it is.”

Angie Ng | Model

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“the Rampant Rabbit G Pulse is like the BMW of all rabbits” Delia-Rene Donaldson

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Everyday Women Hair & Make-up 8 women share their daily grooming tips

Photography | Jerome Williams & Erika Lager Make up | Lucy Flower, Bella Simonsen & Sarah Iley Hair | Avice Clement & Jennifer Kouao

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Maya Durant British/Indian “I got my hair professionally layered to give me that effortless get up and go look every morning�

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Jessica Niederberger British/German/Sicilian “Liquid eyeliner gives me a really intense look for the evening. I use a cotton bud dipped in eye makeup remover to remove any smudges and create defined lines�

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Kimberly Hitchins Mixed Heritage Jamaican “I love to play around with texture placement. Why not try glossy wet look eyes and matt lips?”

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Shazia Ahamed Mauritian “I coordinate my blush and lip colour.

If I use something coppery on the cheeks, then I use something coppery on the lips. It’s a great everyday look with a kick”

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Jodelle Francis Jamaican “Instead of using eyeliner I apply my eye shadow with a angled brush along the lash line for a softer look”

Beau Gemma Irish/Trinidadian/Jamaican “I have so much hair! Using a good leave-in-conditioner softens and detangles my hair, making it much more manageable from day to day”

Abena Agyei Ghanaian “Just because it’s short doesn’t mean it’s less work! Short hair is demanding and requires regular maintence. When my cut starts to grow out, I use it as a way of experimenting with different lengths and styles”

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Cleide Carina Angolan “I relax my hair professionally every 4-6 weeks. I wrap it every night to maintain a straight and sleek look”

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COM PLEXD profiles Make-up Artist | Lucy Flower Model | Angie Ng Jewellery Designer | Dandi Fashion Designer | Tia Gugliotta Eyewear Designer | Mercura NYC

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“Not to name names but...

I’ve put a face on Jourdan Dunn and Arlenis Sosa who were so lovely and down to earth

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Name | Lucy Flower Occupation | Make-up artist Place of birth | Sheffield Current residence | London

It all started with... Modelling at first, but my love for bringing art to life led me to study make-up artistry.

When you put your face on... I think less is definitely more! But there are no rules! Wear what the hell you like!

Lucy Flower The efficient perfectionist

But DON’T! Do badly applied ‘mask-like’ make-up!

If I weren’t making up faces I would be... Modelling - which I still do - but I would have done something to do with fashion, something that involves making things. I’m very arty like that.

I’m a freelance Make-up artist and it’s... Fun, Freedom and Fabulous!

My most exciting experiences have to be... The I.D. shoot! It was amazing! It was challenging being in the company of four supermodels and Art Director extraordinaire Edward Enningful!

And London Fashion Week... You have to be organised, calm and efficient.

Not to name names, but I’ve put a face on... Jordan Dunn and Arlenis Sosa who were so lovely and down to earth!

And I’d like to put a face on... Kate Moss When I grow up I’m going to... Shoot some amazing editorials and one day shoot for all the top campaigns and have lots of money!

I’d like to be remembered as a... Lovely person with a kind heart, who was shit hot at doing make-up!

See more of Lucy Flower’s work at www.lucyflower.co.uk

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“When applying make-up I think less is definitely more! But there are no rules! Wear what the hell you like!� Lucy Flower

Photography | Kurtiss Lloyd

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Name | Angie Ng Occupation | Model Place of birth | Penang, Malaysia Agency | Bookings Models London

Where you based? I travel a lot, so I am not too sure.

Where in the world and why? Malaysia, because my family is there.

What 3 words describe the modelling industry?

Misunderstood / Challenging / Fun

Angie Ng High cheek bones Full lips Piercing eyes

What is so unique about you? My cheek bones and my wide shoulders.

Who discovered you? I was spotted at 16 by a Malaysian designer Michael Ong who introduced me to Cilla Foong, a renowned trainer in Malaysia. I joined Cilla’s agency when I was 18. They taught me how to walk, pose and educated me about this industry.

If you weren’t modelling, what would you be doing? I have a law degree so if I wasn’t modelling I’d probably be working in a legal firm. Or even a DJ. Who knows!

What’s the most challenging shoot you’ve done? It would have to be a video shoot for Halston which was shot at night.

It was winter; we were in skimpy outfits and freezing. My toes and fingers were so numb, hate to complain but I’m from an Equator country!

What the most interesting experience you’ve had? Modelling has allowed me to work and meet various people all around the world. The most interesting was shooting with the renowned director Mike Figgis for his vision of Hong Kong’s Soho.

What stereotypes do you hate about models? Models are stupid, sell their bodies and are addicted to drugs. It is such a generalization that makes modelling seem like it is not a proper career, when it is.

What are you looking forward to in 2010? I graduated in June 2009 so I am looking forward to working hard and pushing my career to another level.

Smoking Kills Follow Angie Ng at www.angiencl.blogspot.com

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How would you like to be remembered?

“Simply as Angie Ng”

Photography | Laurent S

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“I create each piece as art (unique, handmade and bold). I believe in what I do and I believe each piece will find its owner�

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Name | Dandi Occupation | Designer Place of birth | Colombia Current residence | Toronto, Canada

I was born in... Colombia and I am influenced by Latin America’s strong expression of colour, energy and the love of music. I also value our respect for traditions and how they mould who we are. In South America we celebrate the art of craft making; we take the time to make things. This is something I learned early on and apply to my work today.

DANDI Crafting nature piece by piece

I design because... Designing is part of who I am. I have a strong visual attraction to shapes and forms and I’ve always loved natural materials and the way things look when combined together in harmony. It felt natural for me to explore this idea and apply it to jewellery; it has been a creatively liberating and fulfilling experience.

My pieces are hand-made from natural elements found on...

Isolated beaches in Panama, rare shells from the Philippines and shed antlers in the Canadian forests. The journeys and what they bring are always inspiring.

My current collection is inspired by... Bright colours and how they can change our moods. I have always liked the sea and colours in fruits.

The concept behind the current look-book was to... Emanate something powerful from within. I believe we all have an inner beauty so I wanted the images to symbolize a raw beauty by using paint on the models faces instead of makeup. I was also imagining nomads/native people in the Arctic and the contrast between white and colours.

My designs should be worn by... Men and women who have a relationship to nature and its energy, people who appreciate the feeling of wearing something authentic, special and timeless.

My designs are original because... I create each piece as art (unique, handmade and bold). I believe in what I do and I believe each piece will find its owner.

View Dandi’s current collection at www.dandimaestre.com

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MERCURA Meet the creative team

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Designing eyewear with personality Photography | Shamayim Make-Up | Yeikov Hair | Charlene Spencer Model | Nazri@NY

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Mercura Current residence | Chelsea, New York Label | Mecura NYC Launched | 1976 A collective of... Merrilee and Rachel making eye wear art, body art, paintings and sculptures.

We called ourselves Mercura NYC because... The fastest of the messengers is Mercury, which coincidentally contained our own names: Mer - of Merrilee, French for sea; Cu short for Cohen, Jewish priest; and Ra - short for Rachel, Egyptian for Sun... and NYC (messenger communications centre of the world).

It all started in... Early childhood, under the influence of parents trained as visual artists. We were taught to play art and jewellery with garden flowers draped as necklaces and wrapped around our ears and heads.

Influenced by... Erte, our parent’s antique shop; Expressionist artists such as Soutine; the Van Gogh Show at the Met; The Twilight Zone; Outer Limits and Lucy!

Qualified in... Between the both of us: Fine Art; Sculpture; Fashion Design; Costume Design; Architecture; Microbiology; and Painting, from a variety of Universities and Leagues.

the response they receive from our conversation pieces.

The funniest thing we’ve heard about a piece was... The dogs walking together were confusing to people who imagined their x-rated circumstances”.

The critics say... We are the innovators of the last twenty years of eyewear; they have called our body art “past perfect” and our sunglasses and eyewear “the future.”

Catch our collaborations and pieces featured in... International Vogue issues and on runway shows Self promotion by... Word-of-mouth; optical shops; participation in High Fashion shows.

A few years from now we will be...

Manufacturing our reading glasses, sunglasses and jewellery, and designing windows.

If we could wish upon a star we’d wish for... Absolute worldwide peace.

Our style this year is... Unique expressive art for the eyes and body, bridging art, architecture and scale.

Wearers of Mecura should be...

Individualists who like to be unique and adventurous They like Mecura because... They like the visual stimulation and love

See more of Mercura’s designs at www.mercuranyc.com

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Wearers of Mercura should be...

Individualists who like to be unique and adventurous Not to name names but...

Grace Jones Iman Naomi Campbell Avril Lavigne Paula Abdul Drew Barrymore Rihanna Li’l Kim Taylor Swif

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“I was once influenced by... a rat trap” Photography | Shamayim Make-Up | Gina Mia Models | Julie & Soeil

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Tia Gugliotta Clothing for art’s sake Name | Tia Gugliotta Occupation | clothing designer Place of birth | maryland (there for 2 seconds) Current residence | florida Name of label and launch | in 1998 under my own name

What are you made of... I’m a bag of chex mix. I’m italian, sicilian, irish and german. In 2001 when I got back from italy & sicily, I did a collection based on the memories, photos and emotions of what those places did to me in terms of the culture, towns, food and people.

wants to stand out when they walk into a room wearing one of my pieces, not a clone.

And they cost... Anywhere from $50- $1000.

The funniest thing I’ve heard about my pieces... “oh um, that’s... Um... Interesting tia!” (laughs out loud) The critics... Either love me or hate me.

Not naming names but... In a movie angelica bridges from bay watch wore one of my designs

The first thing I thought this morning was... Shit it’s early!

It all started... With a thought at the age of 21; then I went to fashion school in tampa, florida when I was 22. I got a degree in fashion, but everything I have learnt is from hands on experience working on commericals, movies and music videos, assisting stylists, seamstresses and shop supervisors. However if it wasn’t for schooling I wouldnt know how to sew, make patterns and drape... Otherwise I wouldn’t be able to sew or sell a pillow!

My self promotion strategy is... Those high society girls aged 18-28, they picked me, I didn’t pick them. But I’m glad they did, they’ve got the bodies to wear my stuff and they buy the right handbag to go with it. Like I said I design for me, so the customer is my second thought.

The fashion industry is... Haha, no thanks.

My icon is... Mcqueen aka my fashion god! Rest his soul

If I weren’t designing I would be... Waiting tables!

Couture pieces instead of ready to wear because... ready to wear, anyone can do, I have done it, and it killed me! But don’t get me wrong, I sell ready to wear and get paid to do so, but my heart is in high fashion. I love art, not a duplication of art. I want a woman to feel special wearing my clothes as opposed to shopping off the rack and looking like everyone else. To be honest, I design for me, not anyone else; I design because I love it.

I would like to meet (living or dead)... The gods & goddesses, any one or two would do. I have some freakin’ questions to ask them.

If you could have one wish granted what it would be...

For my family to be happy and healthy and to be the best mum to my daughter... I guess that’s two wishes!

For made to measure orders, contact Tia at tiagugliottadesigns@hotmail.com

I was once influenced by... Rat traps I want girls to feel... Sexy, important and different in my designs. I want A socialite, a rock star or someone that

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RACHEL RITFELD Rachel Ritfeld’s unidentifiable features express the changing face of society.

‘I don’t believe in categories; I’m very racially unconscious, whereas people always try to pigeon-hole or stereotype me.’

With a winning combination of beauty, brains and personality, Rachel Ritfeld is the ambassador of diverse beauty, boasting a heritage of Indian, Lebanese, Dutch and Ghanaian. It is a pleasure to be in the company of the model/ actress/humanitarian.

We’re sitting in the suitably named Aphrodite café; the decor compliments her sun-kissed complexion; her attire a peachy floor-length dress. It’s hard to categorise her features: her dark long hair suggests one thing, whilst the shape of her eyes suggest another.

‘I’m always asked, “are you Filipino, Hawaiian or maybe a Malaysian mix?”’ she laughs, expressing her amusement at their guesses. ‘I don’t believe in categories; I’m very racially unconscious, whereas people always try to pigeon-hole or stereotype me.’

Her views are evidence of her worldly mindset and growing up between Suriname and Belgium. She has the international tongue to match. Fluent in six languages, she continues in an accent which is difficult to pinpoint.

‘I was born in Suriname and the best thing about my country is that there

were no racial problems... Where we lived there was a church, a mosque and a synagogue all in close proximity.

Everybody just got along.’

One might think that her diverse background might have something to do with the travels of her parents, but they met and fell in love in Suriname against all the odds.

‘They are from completely different cultures and came from a traditional Indian background where your partner was decided by your family. My grandparents were shocked when my mother announced she had fallen in love with a black Ghanaian man, but they grew to love my dad and it opened up our families and cultures.’

Being the offspring of interracial coupling, I wondered what views Rachel held on interracial relationships.

‘I don’t see relationships as interracial until the background and family make you aware of it. Older generations can cause a problem, but I travel the world so I have a broader spectrum than my elders. My grandmother thought my father wouldn’t understand our culture, but it’s different now, we are definitely

more integrated, more so than the U.S.’ Selected by brands such as Baby Phat and Roca wear and featuring in campaigns for L’Oréal, Lynx, Firetrap and Ted Baker, with a naturally sparkling character, it is hard to imagine Rachel as a stony-faced model.

‘People always say I come to life when I smile, which is probably what led me into commercial modelling!’

Rachel is also a charitable force, visiting and raising money for many orphanages in Suriname: ‘I may not be able to cure cancer or save the world but one thing I know I can do, is to make a difference in my environment in whichever way I can.’

Sometimes society only considers the mix of two ethnic origins. ‘Dual heritage’ can be seen as negative by some, as it focuses mainly on the limitations of two groups, when a generation of multiple backgrounds is fast emerging - Rachel Ritfeld is the perfect example.

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THE COFFEE TABLE PROJECT

By William Springfield

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‘I think everyone loves a little nudity, eroticism is very attractive. Some people will resent it or be embarrassed by it, others will be drawn to it, but either way people will want to look at it’

They say ‘beauty is in the eyes of the beholder’... If so, then it certainly rests within the lens of New York based Photographer William Springfield.

Skilfully capturing tranquil beauty, he creates an image that still expresses profound intensity. Entering the industry as a model, he silently learned from the photographed him, but his ability to bring an image to life frozen from its existence is a talent drawn from the beauty he sees in people. Progressively working on the Coffee Table Project - which is soon to be a published collection of photographs featuring coffee-tables and the naked female form - Springfield’s newest venture is set to be striking, provoking, intriguing and controversial all at the same time. His sole inspiration lies within the first encounter with the subject, whether they are thin, curvy, black, white, ginger or blonde, but reminiscent in their glare and posture is a comfortable sexiness, which is evidence of the rare bond he develops capturing a subject in their most vulnerable moment.

To view snippets of the Coffee Table Project visit www.williamspringfield.com

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SHAYAMIN - The innovator “Photography is an outlet for me to describe the romantic, passionate and mysterious stories that haunt my thoughts.”SHAYAMIN

Where I lay my hat... New York City and Miami My Roots... Hebrew Israelite Daily Grind... I don’t know when my day begins or ends - I arrive at locations and shoot from sun up to sun down. I work three days straight very often and I’m always travelling between Miami and New York City. When I am not shooting, I am in meetings with magazines, designers, beauty professionals, modelling agencies or ad agents. But my days are very blessed; I give praise because I could be sitting behind someone’s desk or counter.

My love affair with Photography is...

An outlet for me to describe the romantic, passionate and mysterious stories that haunt my thoughts. I love the dramatic garments and artistic aspects of fashion and I love shooting fashion models - to me they are the most beautiful physical creation. My aim is to create legendary images that tell a story or that may just change the world for at least one person in a positive way.

If I could photograph anyone it would be... Jourdan Dunn, Sessilee Lopez, Liya Kebede, or Yasmin Warsame

When I grow up I want to... Become a legend in all fields that I am involved in, and somehow make that influence serve a righteous cause for mankind and the earth.

My ideal location would be... Brazil.

I love the beauty of the culture, the history, the environment, and the people.

Freelancing is... Freedom, Power and Change My secret... No one can shoot the way I do, because they have not had the same experiences or emotions that I place in my work.

Hustle | Fashion Photographer and CEO of SHAMAYIM Enterprise International

If I could wish upon a star I would wish... For mankind to learn the truth about world history.

I would like to be remembered as...

A righteous-seeking man.

Photography is... A still movie I am.... A LEGEND! See more of Shamyim’s work at www.shamayim.net

My style is... A war between light and dark and good and evil.

If photography didn’t exist I would be... A missionary or a humanitarian.

Model | Teah @ Next Miami Stylist | Ugo Mozie and Roman Sipe Make up | Jair Ny

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“ ’m with the band” Featuring Street Hero: Life on Tour Photographer | Nicole Sereda Fashion Erica Lavelanet and David Pena of LP Fashion | Philosophy (LPFashionPhilosophy.blogspot.com) Hair | Candice Crawford Make-up NYree Bass Location | Berry Studios, Williamsburg Brooklyn USA Models | Nix Mione, Heidi Gaudet and Courtney Klotz The Band | Street Hero

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Nix wears KahriAnne Kerr

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“Panties do matter! Underwear is often over looked but they can and will boost your confidence!”

T-Shirt | Skrapper Pants | Manuel de la Cruz Necklace and Hat | KahriAnne Kerr Bangles Frost

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“On a budget? Bring it back! Reinvent the fabulous top you used to love. The key is to find creative and stylish ways to bring back old favourites” Leopard Mini-dress, Pearl Blouse, FauxFur Coat | RockPaperVintage Hat and gold chain necklace | KahriAnne Kerr Necklace and Hat | KahriAnne Kerr Accessories | Frost

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“Try something new to stand out but always remain true to who you are” Nix wears | Metamorphosis by Vanessa Komisar Accessories | KahriAnne Kerr, Frost and Street Hero Wear Blazers | Manuel de la Cruz T- shirt | Skrapper

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“You can never have too many LBD’s!

The LBD serves as everywoman’s best friend as it has the ability to fabulously carry you through every fashion season and life transition”.

Strapless mini-dress | KahriAnne Kerr

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RockPaperVintage

Deep-V Black dress | Manuel de la Cruz Accessories | Frost

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“Vamp, Vamp, Vamp it up! Fashions about taking chances and having fun!

Don’t be afraid to push limits, your limits that is” Nix wears Sequined/Sheer mini dress circa 1980’s | RockPaperVintage Accessories | Frost

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“You never know who you’ll meet tonight so dress to impress” Green Minidress | Papusza Couture Silver and Pink dresses | KahriAnne Kerr Accessories | Frost

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CULTURE SHOCK Photography | Erika Lager

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Robert Leon Photographs the beauty of Cuba, Guatemala and Goa

is a passion that drives me to see what’s “outPhotography there and live it. I am fascinated by different cultures

and travel/documentary photography has given me a life full of very interesting experiences with amazing places and people, in particular indigenous people in their environment.

With the bare essentials on my back I have pretty much used whatever was needed to get me where I want to be: planes, trains, automobiles, hiking, camels, horses, mules, jeeps, canoes, kayaks, boats, helicopters, seaplanes, zodiacs, yachts... this list goes on. While working in Central America and Mexico, I was on a lot of old buses which is a lot of fun because you get the real deal travel experience with the locals...that way I can show it as it is!

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I met some of the most generous and friendly Cuban people during 1195-1996 when the Russian collapse of Communism had cut off Cuba’s supplies. Even during those very difficult times the Cubans where always very hospitable - cooking meals for me when they themselves had almost nothing to eat, let alone having enough fuel for their cooking stoves.

The Cubans made the best of what they had. Children were happy playing with simple things, like a rubber glove blown up as a balloon, or young girls having a great time playing with hula-hoops. It was all about the human spirit continuing forward when things get rough.

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(Above) Maya women weave textiles for their traditional costumes (called huipiles) on back strap looms; it’s a weaving technique seen in preColumbian Mayan tomb drawings.

Mayas here still use back strap looms daily and girls by the age of eight learn to weave traditional costumes that take up to six or eight months to make.

Walking around in the Santiago Atitlan market you can see the Mayan women wearing colourful clothing resonating with the energy of traditional Mayan culture in Central America (Top right) Mayan women around Lake Atitlan lead a very traditional and agrarian lifestyle. In the early morning Tzutujil Mayan women would settle by the shoreline washing clothes like they have done for centuries.

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Garifuna people hold onto their African roots through their Punta music and dancing. They are amazing drummers and dancers. (Bottom left) A young girl from Garifuna plays checkers with bottle tops.

(Bottom right) A woman from Goa, India weaves a fishing net. The most amazing thing I have photographed is the Lacandon Mayas in Chiapas Mexico. They are the last surviving link as direct descendants of the Mayan Empire and it was incredible to be living -- with them in the Lacandon Jungle where they run in the rainforest barefooted as the guardians of the rainforest.

Where next...S.E Asia!

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Toys R Used “For those that know about your rabbits, the Rampant Rabbit G Pulse is like the BMW of all rabbits” Says: Delia-Rene Donaldson VexintheCity Blogger I was on Oxford Street the other day doing a little shopping and I popped into Ann Summers. Nothing really jumped out at me in the lingerie section so I decided to go to the toy’s section (don’t act like you don’t go to that section either) I only went there to have a look around (I know your thinking I’m a freak but I’m really not! ). I came across this promotion in store for the Rampant Rabbit G Pulse. For those that know about your rabbits, the Rampant Rabbit G Pulse is like the BMW of all rabbits. Features include; a whisper quiet option; vibrating bullets; five speeds; a bendable (yeah you read correctly) shaft with a tinted tip and 6 inches long with 5 inches girth!

I was impressed! “Hmmm I have to purchase one of these”.

I took one from the shelf and made my way to the counter. I managed to brave it to the till with this big bright PINK object in my hand and just my luck...there was a huge queue (great! my embarrassment gets to last longer) so while trying to keep my new toy in my hand discreetly, I’m approached by a Sales Assistant in the queue of anxious shoppers who had nothing else to focus their attention on. Let’s call her Miss Indiscretion, the conversation goes as follows: Miss Indiscretion: Oh that’s a good choice of rabbit right there!

Me: (oh my God! Is she talking to me?) Smiles and laughs nervously Miss Indiscretion: Is this your first purchase of a rabbit? This is our most popular one at the moment.

Me: Mmm hmmm (why won’t this girl shut up!?)

Miss Indiscretion: Especially with the bendable shaft, you won’t have the problem of breaking the rabbit…. I can’t even remember what she said from this point on because I couldn’t BELIEVE that she had the audacity to have that conversation with me in a loud tone. (You better not be laughing because at this point I had to seriously take a deep breath and ‘woossaa’ because Miss Indiscretion set a match on my life like her name was Serena last name Williams. By then I had enough embarrassment to drop all toys and make an abrupt exit out of the shop.

To this day I’m still confused as to how you can BREAK a Rampant Rabbit, I know you can get lost in the moment and get a little aggressive but they aren’t made out skin and bone (like the real deal) furthermore if you have the potential to

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break a “For those that know about your rabbits, the Rampant Rabbit G Pulse is like the BMW of all rabbits” plastic toy, god help you with the real thing! To be honest as mature as I would like to consider myself, I don’t think I’m brave enough to actually purchase a Rampant Rabbit, I know that it has its benefits which include the following; Its reliable (sorry guys but it doesn’t time out before we do, in fact it doesn’t time out at all as long as it has the right batteries); it vibrates; it’s all about YOUR pleasure (sometimes you have to be selfish) and it helps during those lonely nights without your man or if Mr Booty Call is out of town.

I spoke to some of my male friends and most of them admitted that they wouldn’t be intimidated if their woman owned a vibrator, in fact most of them think it’s a good thing. But remember ladies, the Rampant Rabbit is a TOY and should NOT be used as a substitute for the real thing so don’t get it twisted (literally) and make it the be all and end all of your sex life. Let’s keep it real, yes it can entertain you but for now I will remain Rampant Rabbit free because Rampant- Rabbitfree are NOT cheap and this isn’t Toys R Us! My name isn’t Alice and this sure isn’t no Wonderland, the truth be told ‘aint nothing like than the real thing baby’!

P.S Might I add that the Rampant Rabbit requires 4 AAA batteries; they aren’t CHEAP and you just know you’ll disappoint yourself with cheap alkaline batteries (need I go there).

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